Local Charlotte, North Carolina  Obituaries

Dec 19, 2019

Walter Eugene "Gene" Barnette, 70, of Dallas NC passed away peacefully on 12/19/2019 at Peak Resources in Gastonia NC, after a brief illness with cancer. Gene was born May 20th, 1949 to Betty Ann Davis Barnette and the late Walter Perry Barnette.

Gene was a veteran of the US Navy and retired from the textile industry.

Dec 18, 2019

Ella "Carole" Hutchins passed away Wednesday December 18, 2019 in the care of friends and family at Tucker Hospice House of Cabarrus County.

Carole is survived by her sister Lynn, and son Cody.

Carole worked as a paramedic in the counties of Yadkin, Rowan, Mecklenburg, then Lincoln prior to retirement.

A Memorial of Life Celebration will...

Dec 14, 2019

Joseph “Joe” K Kinan of Gastonia NC, formerly of South Boston Ma, passed on December 14, 2019 at the Levine & Dickson Hospice House in Charlotte NC. Joseph will be transported from Carolina Mortuary Services in Charlotte NC, to Folsom Funeral Home in Dedham Ma. Friday January 17, 2020 there will be a viewing from 11:00 to 12:00 pm at St...

Dec 2, 2019

Garrett Stephen Clark Lewis born September 7, 1985 (34) of Gastonia, NC beloved father, son, brother, family member and friend won his battle against renal/heart disease on Monday December 2, 2019 while at home.

Those you knew Garrett, even just a little, lost a shining light in their lives.

Those left to cherish his memories...

Sep 8, 2019

John Kevin Murphy Mr Murphy died peacefully Sunday September 8th, 2019.  He was born in New York City to Daniel Murphy, deceased 1949, and Lillian Parker Murphy, deceased 2002, and has lived in Charlotte NC since 1994 having moved from Worcester MA.  He received a BA/Russian Studies in 1964 and MBA in 1975 from Fordham University. His interests in...

Jul 22, 2019

Shannon "Win" Winslow Davidson Jr. of Easley South Carolina formerly of Charlotte North Carolina passed away on July 22, 2019 at the age of 63. Memorial Service arrangements will be announced at a later time.

May 24, 2019

John Hubert Spivey, 72, of Belmont, NC died on May 24, 2019 after a long battle with cancer. He was born April 27, 1947 in Rockingham, NC to the late Ernest Jones Spivey and Jewell Carroll Spivey.

He is survived by his “bride” of 40 years, Dixie, son Andy, and granddaughters Jewell and Mary-Catherine; brother Mitchell and...

May 20, 2019

Christy Lynn Johnson

April 23, 1969 - May 20, 2019

Christy Lynn Johnson, 50, of Charlotte, North Carolina went to be with the Lord on Monday due to an extended illness at Pineville hospital surrounded by her family. She was born in Altoona, daughter of Mike Johnson and Carol Vallei.

Surviving is her...

Apr 30, 2019

Riley C. Howell

Waynesville, On Tuesday, April 30, 2019, Riley Carl Howell’s life was tragically cut short on the Campus of UNC-Charlotte.  He was 21.

A native of Haywood County he was a son of Thomas Edward Howell, Jr. and Natalie Marie Henry-Howell.  Riley was preceded in death by his grandfather, Dr. Thomas E. "Ted"...

Apr 28, 2019

Denise Marie Bryant, age 58 of Charlotte, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 28, 2019. Denise was born in Honolulu, Hawaii and was a graduate of John Marshall High School and York Technical College. The family will be receiving friends and relatives on Thursday, May 2, 2019 from  6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at The Palmer...

Apr 7, 2019

Jeremy Cain Camp died unexpectedly at the hospital on April 7th, 2019 in Elizabethton, TN at the age of 42.

Jeremy Cain Camp is survived by his Mother and Father Linda Kay Butler Caldwell and Ronnie Eugene Caldwell of Gastonia; Sisters Angelia Taylor and Kimberly Carpenter; Brothers Jeff Caldwell, Danny Camp, Richard Camp and Wife Tracy Camp,...

Feb 21, 2019

Edna "Caroline" Schwartz, 66, of Statesville, NC went to her heavenly home on Feb. 21, 2019. Caroline was a beloved mother, daughter, and grandmother.

She is predeceased by her mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Stamper, her beloved daughters Carol Ann Burton and Elaine Bridges.

She is survived by her sons, Alan Schwartz of...

Jan 22, 2019

Christopher Carpenter Passed away January 22, 2019 unexpectedly at his home in Mt. Holly NC. Chris was married to Jennifer Erwin, they had one son Zachary. Chris worked as a technician with the Petroleum Company. Chris was preceded in death by Maternal Grandparents Frank and Betty Howell, Paternal Grandmother Gaynell Carpenter. Chris leaves behind a loving mother Patricia Howell,...

Dec 30, 2018

Mr. Anthony J. Marasco, age 89, passed away on Sunday, December 30, 2018 in Matthews, NC.

Tony was born on April 4, 1929 in Archbald, PA to Anthony and Anna (Schuttert) Marasco.

Tony was employed with IBM for 32 years.  He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War.  During...

Dec 30, 2018

On Sunday, December 30, 2018, Thomas Linton Jackson, loving husband and father, lost his long-term battle with congestive heart failure, at 72. Thomas, known by his family as "Tommy", was born November 15, 1946 in Lumberton, NC to "Connie" Covington and Linton Woodrow Jackson. In 1987, he married Ginny Francis making him an instant family man which he embraced whole...

Sep 16, 2018

John Mason Fults, 24, was a bright, vibrant, kind young man who cared deeply for others. He had a unique sense of humor; his intelligent dry wit delighted many while confounding a few. His warm heart and gracious outlook always showed through his cool demeanor. He supported many people through their battles with addiction as part of the Mecklenburg...

Sep 14, 2018

Tabor City, NC

Thomas Charles Everett, age 28, died Friday, September 14, 2018.  Born July 13, 1990 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of Ronnie Alan Benoche and Sharon Marie Everett Benoche.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by three sisters: Cristina Marie Hetrick of Niagara Falls, NY, Heather Maines of...

Sep 9, 2018

Margaret (Peggy) Payne passed away unexpectedly Sunday morning, September 9th 2018, at Huntersville Oaks skilled nursing facility. Mrs. Payne was born in Johnson City, NY on June 10, 1941 to the late Max Dustin Sweet and Margaret Grey Sweet. She received a bachelor’s degree from Russell Sage College in Troy, NY and a Master’s degree in Cardiovascular Nursing from...

Mar 14, 2018

John "Ric" Dotson, 57, passed away on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, surrounded by love and his family. He was a great, honest, hard-working man who made anything seem fun and never met a stranger. His wife of 35 years and children meant the world to him and he did everything he could to love and provide for them. Ric...

Jan 20, 2018

Sonny Allen age 75 passed away in his home of natural causes on January 20, 2018.

He was born in Alabama but called Charlotte North Carolina his home for most of his life. He was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather.

His light shined brighter than most. He was a vibrant...