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Martha Safrit

Martha Safrit

Jun 18, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mrs. Martha Jane Stough Safrit, 79, of Harrisburg, who left us on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at Atrium Health Cabarrus. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, June 21, 2024, at Broadus Church, officiated by Rev. Dr. Rodney Quesenberry, with burial to follow at Carolina Memorial Park-Harrisburg. The...

Merle Leslie “Corky” Reeves

Merle Leslie “Corky” Reeves

Jun 17, 2024

Merle Leslie “Corky” Reeves, 73, of Concord, NC, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2024, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Corky was born on July 24, 1950, in Des Moines, Iowa. As a young man, Corky voluntarily enlisted in the US Marines where he served as front line in Vietnam. After he was honorably discharged, he returned home and...

Lydia Helms Redman

Lydia Helms Redman

Jun 15, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lydia Helms Redman, 80 years old, at her home in Concord, North Carolina. She transitioned to her heavenly home on the early morning of Saturday, June 15, 2024, after a courageous two-year fight with cancer. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, July 7, 2024, from 3:00 to...

Anthony John Persuitte, Jr.

Anthony John Persuitte, Jr.

Jun 14, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anthony “Tony” Persuitte, Jr., 77 of Concord, NC. Tony was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. After a prolonged illness, he passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Friday, June 14, 2024. Tony was born in Ayer, MA on July 23, 1946. He was the...

Carolyn Guess

Carolyn Guess

Jun 13, 2024

Carolyn Mashburn “Jordan” Guess, 78, of Concord, NC, passed away peacefully at Tucker Hospice House, surrounded by her husband and sons. Carolyn was born in Waynesville, NC on April 27, 1946. She was the only child of the late Willard Lloyd and Verna Keylon Mashburn of Canton, NC. Surviving is her husband, James G. Guess Jr. and two sons, Brent...

Dorothy Love

Dorothy Love

Jun 11, 2024

CONCORD- Dorothy “Dot” Barber Love, 93, passed away at St. Andrews Living Center on June 11, 2024. An 11:00am Saturday, June 15, Funeral service will be held at Wilkinson Funeral Home chapel with Pastor Gary Posey officiating. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 10-11am at Wilkinson Funeral Home prior to the funeral. Dorothy...

Wilton Pait

Wilton Pait

Jun 9, 2024

Wilton Guy Pait, 90, of Harrisburg, NC, passed away on Sunday evening, June 9, 2024, at Sharon Towers in Charlotte, NC. Wilton was born on July 8, 1933, in Bladenboro, NC to his late parents, Hayes and Minnie Pait. Wilton is preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Yvonne Inman Pait. In addition to his parents and wife,...

Carolyn Ledbetter

Carolyn Ledbetter

Jun 4, 2024

Mrs. Carolyn Bernice Scoggin Ledbetter, age 80 of Kannapolis, entered the gates of Heaven on Tuesday, June 4 2024. A visitation will be held on Thursday, June 6 from 10 to 11 am at Wilkinson Funeral Home. A service of celebration will be held in the chapel at 11 am with a family friend, Tony Riddle officiating. Burial will follow...

Robert L. (Bob) Wall

Robert L. (Bob) Wall

Jun 3, 2024

Robert L. (Bob) Wall, born in Rockingham County and long-time resident of Concord and West Jefferson, passed peacefully, on June 3, 2024 in Cabarrus County among his loving and devoted family at the age of 93. He strove to exemplify his own advice: “Be determined, practice, be willing to serve others, make mistakes and try again, teach yourself, make lifelong...

Lewis Garmon

Lewis Garmon

Jun 2, 2024

Mr. Lewis Daniel Garmon, Jr. of Concord passed away Sunday, June 2, 2024 at Ann Street Senior Living in Kannapolis. A memorial service will be held at 6:00 PM Thursday, June 6, at Wilkinson Funeral Home Chapel officiated by Rev. Rick Felts. The family will receive friends following the service at the funeral home. Lewis was born January 3, 1944...

Linda Louise Weber Barnett

Linda Louise Weber Barnett

May 31, 2024

Mrs. Linda Louise Weber Barnett, 73, of Concord, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. A memorial service will be held at 3:30 pm on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at First Presbyterian Church of Concord, officiated by Rev. Ellen Crawford True. The family will greet friends following the service in the Fellowship...

James "Jim" Pridgen

James "Jim" Pridgen

May 31, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James "Jim" Harry Pridgen, 75, of Concord, NC. Jim was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother. After a long and courageous battle with Corticobasal Degeneration, he passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on May 31, 2024. A funeral Mass will be held at St....

Randy Childers

Randy Childers

May 30, 2024

CONCORD- After a year of being bedbound, numerous surgeries, and much suffering, Randy Lynn Childers rose up from his hospital bed and headed to his heavenly home on May 30, 2024. We believe his son, Christopher Childers, met him at the gates and led him to the throne. Randy’s funeral will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, June 8, at...

Gary Levesque

Gary Levesque

May 29, 2024

Gary Joseph Levesque, beloved husband, father and grandfather, brother, and friend passed away on May 29, 2024. Born May 26, 1941 to Lawrence and Rita Levesque (predeceased in 1967 and 2005) Gary's early years were shared with his siblings, Muriel Forest (Bill Forest), Roger Levesque (Jill Levesque), Linda Prince (Roger Prince) Karen Guy (Bill Guy), Bernadette Farley (Tim Farley) Raymond...

George Helms

George Helms

May 24, 2024

Rev. George William Helms, 85, of Concord, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his family. A funeral service will be held at 1pm pm on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at Wilkinson Funeral Home chapel, officiated by Rev.’s Tim Newton and David Rowell, with burial to follow at Carolina Memorial Park. The family will greet...

Patsy Cunningham

Patsy Cunningham

May 17, 2024

Mrs. Patsy Hilliard Cunningham, of Concord, passed away May 17, 2024 at Atrium Health Cabarrus. A celebration of life service will be held 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday, June 17th at First Baptist Church of Welcome, 404 Welcome-Arcadia Rd., Lexington, NC. Patsy was born June 26, 1951 in Lexington to the late Nathan Godwin Hilliard and Fannie Elizabeth Hatley....

L. Stephen Guyton Iii

L. Stephen Guyton Iii

May 17, 2024

Mr. L. Stephen Guyton III passed away Friday, May 17, 2024 at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center following a brief illness. A Memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday June 1st, at Forest Hill United Methodist Church officiated by Rev. Wes Judy. The family will receive family and friends beginning at 12:00 PM at the church. Stephen was...

Rudolph "Rudy" Ramdeen

Rudolph "Rudy" Ramdeen

May 16, 2024

Our beloved and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, Rudolph J. “Rudy” Ramdeen, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at his home, surrounded by family. A visitation will be held for family and friends on Saturday, May 18, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Wilkinson Funeral Home in celebration of Rudy’s life. A service will be...

Deborah "Debbie" Ann Morgan Smith

Deborah "Debbie" Ann Morgan Smith

May 14, 2024

Deborah "Debbie" Ann Morgan Smith, 65, of Kannapolis, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 surrounded by her family. Debbie’s life was a testament to resilience and love that will be remembered by all who knew her. A memorial service to honor Debbie's life will be held at 3:00 pm on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at Central United Methodist Church...

Jeffrey Toughill

Jeffrey Toughill

May 13, 2024

Jeffrey Morgan Toughill, Jr., 62, of Concord, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024. Jeff was a loving husband, father, son, and friend, and his passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. The family will greet friends from 6:00-8:00 pm on Monday, May 20, 2024, at Wilkinson Funeral Home. Jeff was born on...

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