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John Thomas Rucker, Sr.
Jun 23, 2025
John Thomas Rucker, 87, of Harrisburg, passed away Monday, June 23, 2025, at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.
Johnny was born November 1, 1937, in Campbellsville, Kentucky to the late Thurman Allen Rucker and the late Ina Belle Coontz Rucker. He was also preceded in death by wife, Willanna Johnson Rucker; son, Tommy Rucker; and brothers, Joe and Bobby Rucker.
Survivors...
James Dean Hopper
Jun 21, 2025
James Dean Hopper, age 73, of Badin, North Carolina, passed away on June 21, 2025. Born on July 4, 1951, Humboldt, Tennessee, Dean lived a life marked by service, devotion to family, and quiet strength.
Dean attended K.D. McKellar Elementary School and graduated from Milan High School, where he met the love of his life, Jody Rhoades. The two married in...
Glenn Thomas Melton
Jun 19, 2025
Glenn Thomas "Buddy" Melton, 72, of Oak Island, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025 in Wilmington, NC.
Glenn was born November 25, 1952 in Wilmington, North Carolina, the only child of the late Grover Glenn Melton and the late Tina Lee Barbee Melton.
Glenn started his adult life as a truck driver hauling fuel all over North Carolina. He put himself through...
Margaret Louise Wagoner
Jun 17, 2025
Margaret Louise Hudson Wagoner, 91, of Murrells Inlet, SC passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at NHC Health Care in Murrells Inlet.
Margaret was born November 28, 1933 in Concord, North Carolina to the late James Theodore Hudson and the late Pearl Louise Carriker Hudson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William Calvin Wagoner in 2021.
Survivors...
Carl Wayne Brande
Jun 15, 2025
Carl Wayne Brande, 75, of Pineville, passed away Sunday, June 15, 2025 at White Oak Manor in Charlotte.
Carl was born December 6, 1949 in Greensboro, North Carolina to the late Carl Thomas Brande and the late Jean Faye Brande.
The memorial service will be on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 3:00 pm at Hartsell Funeral Home of Concord officiated by Pastor...
Marie Dambreville
Jun 14, 2025
Marie Fatima Myrna Dambreville—affectionately known as Nanotte—was born on October 13, 1950, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, to Patrick Innocent Dudré Bodkin and Olympie Saint-Cyr.
Though her early years were not without hardship, they were filled with the unwavering love of family. Raised by her devoted aunts, Nana and Dedette, Nanotte grew up surrounded by the warmth and closeness of her cousins—Maud, Jocelyne, Chantale, Mireille, and...
Velma Rozetta Hill Biggers
Jun 14, 2025
Velma Rozetta Hill Biggers, 92, of Concord, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Copperfield Health & Rehab in Concord.
Velma was born December 3, 1932 in Cabarrus County to the late Julius Bennett Hill and the late Mary Bell Russell Hill.
She was also preceded in death by husband, James Edward Biggers, Sr.
The family will receive friends from 10:00am - 10:45am,...
Timothy Dale Blair
Jun 14, 2025
Timothy Dale Blair, peacefully passed into heaven, on Saturday June 14, 2025. He was at his home in Indian Trail, NC, with his family. He will be greatly missed by his family, and all of the many lives he has touched. He was preceded in death by his parents, Chuck and Faith Blair, brother, Steve Blair, and nephew Chris Blair.
Tim...
Elizabeth Baucom
Jun 14, 2025
Elizabeth (Lib) Sutton Baucom, 95, of Concord, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Lower Cape Fear Life care in Bolivia, NC .
Elizabeth was born March 8, 1930 in North Carolina to the late James William Sutton Sr. and the late Loma Sutton.
She was also preceded in death by husband, Lloyd Lee Baucom, daughter, Joy Lometta Baucom, brother, James William...
Howard "June" Walter Ritchie, Jr.
Jun 12, 2025
Howard "June" Walter Ritchie, Jr., 75, of Salisbury, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025, at his home.
June was born February 13, 1950, in North Carolina to the late Howard Walter Ritchie Sr. and the late Opal Maxine Batten.
He was also preceded in death by daughter, Stacey Jeanette Ritchie; siblings, Barry Ritchie, Patsy Ritchie, and Randy Ritchie.
The graveside service will be...
Jean Ann Olson
Jun 10, 2025
Jean Ann Olson, 91, of Charlotte, NC, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born September 28, 1933, in Wausau, Wisconsin, to the late Angus and Florence Rothwell. Jean was also preceded in death by her brother, William Rothwell, and her sister, Marilyn Geraldson.
Jean married her childhood sweetheart, William Olson. Together, they shared...
Caroline Denise Council
Jun 9, 2025
Caroline Denise Council, 60, of Harrisburg, passed away Monday, June 9, 2025, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis.
Caroline was born October 20, 1964, in Charlotte to the late Carl Jennings Council Sr. and the late Mildred Gray Powell Council.
Caroline was a graduate of Pfeiffer University and enjoyed working as an IT Professional in the banking industry for many years. She...
Catherine "Cathy" Ward Therrell
Jun 7, 2025
Mrs. Catherine “Cathy” Ward Therrell, age 67, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 7th, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born to the late Hicks and Dot Ward, Cathy was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, sister, and grandmother. She was the beloved wife of Charles Therrell, with whom she shared many joyful years.
Throughout Cathy’s career, she poured...
Cynthia "Cindy" Ruth Moose
Jun 6, 2025
Cynthia "Cindy" Ruth Moose, 55, of Albemarle, passed away Friday, June 6, 2025 at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis.
Cindy was born December 28, 1969 in North Carolina to the late Edward Monroe Moose and the late Ruth Ann Moose.
She was also preceded in death by her brother, Edward Monroe Moose.
At this time, services for Cindy will be private.
Cindy was a...
Samantha Gennelle Eaton
Jun 6, 2025
Samantha Gennelle Eaton, 29, of Rockwell, passed away Friday, June 6, 2025, with her loving husband and family by her side.
Samantha was born December 5, 1995 in Ogden, Utah to the late Michael Peebles Sr. and the late Cindy Hope Peebles.
She was also preceded in death by her father in law, Dennis Joseph Eaton.
Samantha loved to go on date nights...
Ralph Martin Theroux
Jun 5, 2025
Ralph Martin Theroux, age 79, of Harrisburg, North Carolina, peacefully passed away on June 5, 2025, at home after a long farewell from Alzheimer's disease.
Born on December 29, 1945, in Cohoes, New York, Ralph was the son of Ethel La Plante Theroux and Omer Francis Theroux. In 1955, his family relocated to San Diego, California, where Ralph spent much of...
Johnathan Abraham Grier
Jun 4, 2025
Johnathan Abraham Grier, 44, of Charlotte, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
Johnathan was born September 14, 1980 in Stanly County, North Carolina to Phyllis Grier and the late Robert Harry Grier Sr.
He was also preceded in death by brothers, Daniel Robert Grier, Robert H. Grier, Jr., and Carl Grier.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 am - 11:45am, Friday, June...
William "Bill" Francis Spears
Jun 4, 2025
William (Bill) Spears passed away in the loving arms of his sister, Tracy Spears Seitz on June 4, 2025 in Concord, North Carolina after a short illness.
He was preceded in death by his father, David K. Spears; his mother, Frances B. Spears and his brother-in-law, David L. Seitz, Jr.
Bill was born in Martinez, California. He grew up in Concord, California,...
Margarita Placino
Jun 4, 2025
Margarita Placino, 79, of Albemarle, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Kiser Hospice House in Salisbury, NC.
Margarita was born on March 30, 1946, in Lucban, Quezon (Philippines) to the late Simplicio A. Salvanera and the late Manuela Zaide Salvanera.
Margarita who is fondly called “Maggie” was a loving and generous wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was married for 53...
Vivian Wallace Brooks
Jun 4, 2025
Vivian Alene Brooks of Midland, North Carolina, passed away on June 4, 2025 at home surrounded by her loved ones. She was 94 years old.
She was born in Midland, N.C., April 27, 1931. Vivian was the daughter of the late Edward and Grace Wallace. Vivian was a lifetime resident of the area, and the oldest of four children. She worked...
John Thomas Rucker, Sr.
Jun 23, 2025
John Thomas Rucker, 87, of Harrisburg, passed away Monday, June 23, 2025, at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord.
Johnny was born November 1, 1937, in Campbellsville, Kentucky to the late Thurman Allen Rucker and the late Ina Belle Coontz Rucker. He was also preceded in death by wife, Willanna Johnson Rucker; son, Tommy Rucker; and brothers, Joe and Bobby Rucker.
Survivors...
James Dean Hopper
Jun 21, 2025
James Dean Hopper, age 73, of Badin, North Carolina, passed away on June 21, 2025. Born on July 4, 1951, Humboldt, Tennessee, Dean lived a life marked by service, devotion to family, and quiet strength.
Dean attended K.D. McKellar Elementary School and graduated from Milan High School, where he met the love of his life, Jody Rhoades. The two married in...
Glenn Thomas Melton
Jun 19, 2025
Glenn Thomas "Buddy" Melton, 72, of Oak Island, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025 in Wilmington, NC.
Glenn was born November 25, 1952 in Wilmington, North Carolina, the only child of the late Grover Glenn Melton and the late Tina Lee Barbee Melton.
Glenn started his adult life as a truck driver hauling fuel all over North Carolina. He put himself through...
Margaret Louise Wagoner
Jun 17, 2025
Margaret Louise Hudson Wagoner, 91, of Murrells Inlet, SC passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at NHC Health Care in Murrells Inlet.
Margaret was born November 28, 1933 in Concord, North Carolina to the late James Theodore Hudson and the late Pearl Louise Carriker Hudson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William Calvin Wagoner in 2021.
Survivors...
Carl Wayne Brande
Jun 15, 2025
Carl Wayne Brande, 75, of Pineville, passed away Sunday, June 15, 2025 at White Oak Manor in Charlotte.
Carl was born December 6, 1949 in Greensboro, North Carolina to the late Carl Thomas Brande and the late Jean Faye Brande.
The memorial service will be on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 3:00 pm at Hartsell Funeral Home of Concord officiated by Pastor...
Marie Dambreville
Jun 14, 2025
Marie Fatima Myrna Dambreville—affectionately known as Nanotte—was born on October 13, 1950, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, to Patrick Innocent Dudré Bodkin and Olympie Saint-Cyr.
Though her early years were not without hardship, they were filled with the unwavering love of family. Raised by her devoted aunts, Nana and Dedette, Nanotte grew up surrounded by the warmth and closeness of her cousins—Maud, Jocelyne, Chantale, Mireille, and...
Velma Rozetta Hill Biggers
Jun 14, 2025
Velma Rozetta Hill Biggers, 92, of Concord, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Copperfield Health & Rehab in Concord.
Velma was born December 3, 1932 in Cabarrus County to the late Julius Bennett Hill and the late Mary Bell Russell Hill.
She was also preceded in death by husband, James Edward Biggers, Sr.
The family will receive friends from 10:00am - 10:45am,...
Timothy Dale Blair
Jun 14, 2025
Timothy Dale Blair, peacefully passed into heaven, on Saturday June 14, 2025. He was at his home in Indian Trail, NC, with his family. He will be greatly missed by his family, and all of the many lives he has touched. He was preceded in death by his parents, Chuck and Faith Blair, brother, Steve Blair, and nephew Chris Blair.
Tim...
Elizabeth Baucom
Jun 14, 2025
Elizabeth (Lib) Sutton Baucom, 95, of Concord, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Lower Cape Fear Life care in Bolivia, NC .
Elizabeth was born March 8, 1930 in North Carolina to the late James William Sutton Sr. and the late Loma Sutton.
She was also preceded in death by husband, Lloyd Lee Baucom, daughter, Joy Lometta Baucom, brother, James William...
Howard "June" Walter Ritchie, Jr.
Jun 12, 2025
Howard "June" Walter Ritchie, Jr., 75, of Salisbury, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025, at his home.
June was born February 13, 1950, in North Carolina to the late Howard Walter Ritchie Sr. and the late Opal Maxine Batten.
He was also preceded in death by daughter, Stacey Jeanette Ritchie; siblings, Barry Ritchie, Patsy Ritchie, and Randy Ritchie.
The graveside service will be...
Jean Ann Olson
Jun 10, 2025
Jean Ann Olson, 91, of Charlotte, NC, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born September 28, 1933, in Wausau, Wisconsin, to the late Angus and Florence Rothwell. Jean was also preceded in death by her brother, William Rothwell, and her sister, Marilyn Geraldson.
Jean married her childhood sweetheart, William Olson. Together, they shared...
Caroline Denise Council
Jun 9, 2025
Caroline Denise Council, 60, of Harrisburg, passed away Monday, June 9, 2025, at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis.
Caroline was born October 20, 1964, in Charlotte to the late Carl Jennings Council Sr. and the late Mildred Gray Powell Council.
Caroline was a graduate of Pfeiffer University and enjoyed working as an IT Professional in the banking industry for many years. She...
Catherine "Cathy" Ward Therrell
Jun 7, 2025
Mrs. Catherine “Cathy” Ward Therrell, age 67, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 7th, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born to the late Hicks and Dot Ward, Cathy was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, sister, and grandmother. She was the beloved wife of Charles Therrell, with whom she shared many joyful years.
Throughout Cathy’s career, she poured...
Cynthia "Cindy" Ruth Moose
Jun 6, 2025
Cynthia "Cindy" Ruth Moose, 55, of Albemarle, passed away Friday, June 6, 2025 at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis.
Cindy was born December 28, 1969 in North Carolina to the late Edward Monroe Moose and the late Ruth Ann Moose.
She was also preceded in death by her brother, Edward Monroe Moose.
At this time, services for Cindy will be private.
Cindy was a...
Samantha Gennelle Eaton
Jun 6, 2025
Samantha Gennelle Eaton, 29, of Rockwell, passed away Friday, June 6, 2025, with her loving husband and family by her side.
Samantha was born December 5, 1995 in Ogden, Utah to the late Michael Peebles Sr. and the late Cindy Hope Peebles.
She was also preceded in death by her father in law, Dennis Joseph Eaton.
Samantha loved to go on date nights...
Ralph Martin Theroux
Jun 5, 2025
Ralph Martin Theroux, age 79, of Harrisburg, North Carolina, peacefully passed away on June 5, 2025, at home after a long farewell from Alzheimer's disease.
Born on December 29, 1945, in Cohoes, New York, Ralph was the son of Ethel La Plante Theroux and Omer Francis Theroux. In 1955, his family relocated to San Diego, California, where Ralph spent much of...
Johnathan Abraham Grier
Jun 4, 2025
Johnathan Abraham Grier, 44, of Charlotte, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
Johnathan was born September 14, 1980 in Stanly County, North Carolina to Phyllis Grier and the late Robert Harry Grier Sr.
He was also preceded in death by brothers, Daniel Robert Grier, Robert H. Grier, Jr., and Carl Grier.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 am - 11:45am, Friday, June...
William "Bill" Francis Spears
Jun 4, 2025
William (Bill) Spears passed away in the loving arms of his sister, Tracy Spears Seitz on June 4, 2025 in Concord, North Carolina after a short illness.
He was preceded in death by his father, David K. Spears; his mother, Frances B. Spears and his brother-in-law, David L. Seitz, Jr.
Bill was born in Martinez, California. He grew up in Concord, California,...
Margarita Placino
Jun 4, 2025
Margarita Placino, 79, of Albemarle, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Kiser Hospice House in Salisbury, NC.
Margarita was born on March 30, 1946, in Lucban, Quezon (Philippines) to the late Simplicio A. Salvanera and the late Manuela Zaide Salvanera.
Margarita who is fondly called “Maggie” was a loving and generous wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was married for 53...
Vivian Wallace Brooks
Jun 4, 2025
Vivian Alene Brooks of Midland, North Carolina, passed away on June 4, 2025 at home surrounded by her loved ones. She was 94 years old.
She was born in Midland, N.C., April 27, 1931. Vivian was the daughter of the late Edward and Grace Wallace. Vivian was a lifetime resident of the area, and the oldest of four children. She worked...
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