Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Huntersville & Denver in North Carolina

Shirley Crump Johnson

Shirley Crump Johnson

Sep 24, 2026

Shirley Crump Johnson, 79, of Mooresville, NC passed away on September 24, 2026.

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A graveside service will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 11:00 am at Northlake Memorial Gardens in Huntersville, NC.

Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home is assisting the family.  Memories and condolences may be shared at www.KepnerFH.com

Penny Lynn Heupel

Penny Lynn Heupel

Sep 22, 2026

Penny Lynn Heupel, 69, of Huntersville, North Carolina passed away September 22, 2026.

Services will be held privately by the family at a later date.

Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home & Cremation Services is caring for the Heupel family. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.KepnerFH.com

Mary Ella (Morgan) Parker

Mary Ella (Morgan) Parker

Sep 21, 2026

Mary Morgan Parker, 96, of Charlotte, NC passed away on September 21, 2026.

Mary was born in Pageland, SC on October 15, 1929 to the late J.L. Morgan and Bertha Morgan.

Mary was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She loved cooking, gardening, fishing at the beach, listening to bluegrass music, watching Carolina Panthers football and Carolina Tarheels basketball.

Along with her...

John Charles Dell, Jr.

John Charles Dell, Jr.

Sep 21, 2026

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David Alan Goodwin

David Alan Goodwin

Sep 20, 2026

David Alan Goodwin, 74, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, September 20, 2026, in Charlotte, North Carolina, surrounded by his family.

Dave was born on March 3, 1952, in San Diego, California, to Earle and Virginia Goodwin. He was raised in Dover, New Hampshire, and was a proud graduate of St. Thomas Aquinas High School and Dartmouth College, Class of 1974.

Dave...

Thomas Aquinas O'Loughlin

Thomas Aquinas O'Loughlin

Sep 14, 2026

Thomas Aquinas O’Loughlin of Huntersville NC passed away peacefully on September 14, 2026, at the age of 89.

Tom was born on June 1st, 1937, in Yonkers, NY to Francis and Mary O’Loughlin. He was predeceased by his loving wife Patricia, his first wife Palma, daughter Lisa, his son Gregory and son-in-law Steven.

Tom grew up in Yonkers, NY with 6 siblings....

Teresa Doganieri

Teresa Doganieri

Sep 14, 2026

Teresa A. Doganieri, of Huntersville, NC passed away on September 14, 2026. Teresa was born in Coxsackie, NY on October 24, 1941. Terry was an avid gardener, book reader, painter, seamstress and loved to travel, do puzzles and play cards. She is preceded in death by her husband Thomas Doganieri. Teresa worked as a registered nurse in Liverpool, NY where...

Vivian Louise Blashaw

Vivian Louise Blashaw

Sep 13, 2026

Vivian Louise (Westerdahl) Blashaw, 90, of Cornelius, NC passed away and was welcomed into Heaven on September 13, 2026.

Vivian, known by friends and family as Viv, was born in Jamestown, NY on January 2, 1936, to the late Lena May (Marsh) Westerdahl and Raymond Henry Westerdahl.

Vivian was an avid gardener and loved working in her yard and sharing her plants...

Miroslav Samoylenko

Miroslav Samoylenko

Sep 12, 2026

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

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Stuart Palmer Syverson

Stuart Palmer Syverson

Sep 12, 2026

Stuart P. Syverson, 85, of Cornelius, NC passed away peacefully on September 12, 2026, with loved ones by his side. Stu was born in Brockton Mass. on May 8, 1941 and raised in Rumford, R.I. by the late P. Roland Syverson and Ruth Palmer Syverson. Along with his parents, Stu was preceded in death by his sister-in-law Joy Syverson and...

Anne Elizabeth Conner

Anne Elizabeth Conner

Sep 12, 2026

Anne Elizabeth Conner, 66, of Cornelius, NC, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on September 12, 2026. Born in Akron, OH on April 20, 1960 to the late Harry James Gordy and Elizabeth Anne (Bauer) Gordy, Anne lived a life dedicated to her family, friends, and the community that surrounded her.

She was a kindhearted and loving woman whose life...

Joan Pypiak

Joan Pypiak

Sep 11, 2026

Joan Gail Pypiak (née Easley), 73, passed away peacefully with Pip by her side at her home in Cornelius, NC, on September 11, 2026.

Born and raised in Broomall, PA, Joan attended Mansfield University, where she earned her degree and met the love of her life, Charles. Together, Joan and "Pip" raised their family in Frederick, MD, later retiring to Bluffton,...

Julia Ann Pfeffer

Julia Ann Pfeffer

Sep 11, 2026

Julia Ann “Julie” Pfeffer, 67, passed away on September 11, 2026, after a long journey with frontotemporal dementia, specifically primary progressive aphasia.

Julie was born on January 11, 1959, in Jackson, Michigan, to Roy S. Pung and Charlene Pung. She attended Michigan State University, where she earned her nursing degree and began her professional life as a nurse.

Julie was never defined...

Julius Jennings Wade III

Julius Jennings Wade III

Sep 11, 2026

Following a long and courageous battle with cancer, Julius Jennings “Jay” Wade III died peacefully, surrounded by family September 11, 2026. Jay was born January 29, 1957 in Charlotte to the late Sara Caldwell Hunter Wade and the late Julius Jennings “Jake” Wade, Jr.

Growing up in “old” Charlotte, most of Jay’s early years were consumed by his athletic desires. Like...

James Robert Patterson

James Robert Patterson

Sep 9, 2026

James Robert Patterson, 83, of Cornelius, NC passed away on September 9, 2026.

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Private family services will be held at a later date.

Memories and condolences may be shared at www.KepnerFH.com

Arturo Mejia Almanza

Arturo Mejia Almanza

Sep 8, 2026

Arturo Mejia Almanza, 85, of Charlotte, NC passed away on September 8, 2026.

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Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 13, 2026 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm at Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home in Huntersville, NC.  The funeral service will take place immediately following at 3:00 pm in the funeral home chapel.

Memories and condolences may be...

Dolly Dean (Smithwick) O'Brien

Dolly Dean (Smithwick) O'Brien

Sep 7, 2026

Dolly Dean Smithwick O'Brien, 86, of Davidson, NC passed away peacefully on September 7, 2026.

Born on January 28, 1940, in Mitchell County, Georgia, Dolly spent the majority of her professional career as a corporate secretary. However, her final role at Woodward Middle School in Wilkesboro, NC brought her the greatest joy.

Dolly was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. To...

JoAnne W. Ware

JoAnne W. Ware

Sep 3, 2026

JoAnne W. Ware was born on August 6, 1940, in Framingham, Massachusetts, to Henry and Edith Wales.  At a young age, she relocated to Florida, where she spent many cherished years in Palm Springs North.  She later moved to Orlando in the early 1990s before eventually settling in Denver, North Carolina.

JoAnne had a generous heart and a deep love for...

Christopher Mario Scotto

Christopher Mario Scotto

Sep 1, 2026

Christopher Mario Scotto, 78, of Cornelius, NC passed away at Novant Health Hospital in Huntersville, NC surrounded by his family on September 1, 2026.

Chris was born in Brooklyn, NY in 1948 to the late Anthony and Louise (Romano) Scotto.  He graduated from Teaneck High School, Seaton Hall University, and served in the National Guard.

Chris had a flair for the dramatic...

Zachary Thomas Radhuber

Zachary Thomas Radhuber

Aug 29, 2026

The family of Zachary Thomas Radhuber is saddened to announce his passing on August 29th, 2026.

Born on May 29th, 2000, Zach’s love of theatre began at a young age. He performed with the Children’s Theatre of Charlotte and is remembered for the characters he skillfully portrayed in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and Oklahoma. As a...

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Shirley Crump Johnson

Shirley Crump Johnson

Sep 24, 2026

Shirley Crump Johnson, 79, of Mooresville, NC passed away on September 24, 2026.

Please check back for a complete obituary.

A graveside service will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 11:00 am at Northlake Memorial Gardens in Huntersville, NC.

Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home is assisting the family.  Memories and condolences may be shared at www.KepnerFH.com

Penny Lynn Heupel

Penny Lynn Heupel

Sep 22, 2026

Penny Lynn Heupel, 69, of Huntersville, North Carolina passed away September 22, 2026.

Services will be held privately by the family at a later date.

Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home & Cremation Services is caring for the Heupel family. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.KepnerFH.com

Mary Ella (Morgan) Parker

Mary Ella (Morgan) Parker

Sep 21, 2026

Mary Morgan Parker, 96, of Charlotte, NC passed away on September 21, 2026.

Mary was born in Pageland, SC on October 15, 1929 to the late J.L. Morgan and Bertha Morgan.

Mary was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She loved cooking, gardening, fishing at the beach, listening to bluegrass music, watching Carolina Panthers football and Carolina Tarheels basketball.

Along with her...

John Charles Dell, Jr.

John Charles Dell, Jr.

Sep 21, 2026

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David Alan Goodwin

David Alan Goodwin

Sep 20, 2026

David Alan Goodwin, 74, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, September 20, 2026, in Charlotte, North Carolina, surrounded by his family.

Dave was born on March 3, 1952, in San Diego, California, to Earle and Virginia Goodwin. He was raised in Dover, New Hampshire, and was a proud graduate of St. Thomas Aquinas High School and Dartmouth College, Class of 1974.

Dave...

Thomas Aquinas O'Loughlin

Thomas Aquinas O'Loughlin

Sep 14, 2026

Thomas Aquinas O’Loughlin of Huntersville NC passed away peacefully on September 14, 2026, at the age of 89.

Tom was born on June 1st, 1937, in Yonkers, NY to Francis and Mary O’Loughlin. He was predeceased by his loving wife Patricia, his first wife Palma, daughter Lisa, his son Gregory and son-in-law Steven.

Tom grew up in Yonkers, NY with 6 siblings....

Teresa Doganieri

Teresa Doganieri

Sep 14, 2026

Teresa A. Doganieri, of Huntersville, NC passed away on September 14, 2026. Teresa was born in Coxsackie, NY on October 24, 1941. Terry was an avid gardener, book reader, painter, seamstress and loved to travel, do puzzles and play cards. She is preceded in death by her husband Thomas Doganieri. Teresa worked as a registered nurse in Liverpool, NY where...

Vivian Louise Blashaw

Vivian Louise Blashaw

Sep 13, 2026

Vivian Louise (Westerdahl) Blashaw, 90, of Cornelius, NC passed away and was welcomed into Heaven on September 13, 2026.

Vivian, known by friends and family as Viv, was born in Jamestown, NY on January 2, 1936, to the late Lena May (Marsh) Westerdahl and Raymond Henry Westerdahl.

Vivian was an avid gardener and loved working in her yard and sharing her plants...

Miroslav Samoylenko

Miroslav Samoylenko

Sep 12, 2026

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Please check back for a full obituary.

Stuart Palmer Syverson

Stuart Palmer Syverson

Sep 12, 2026

Stuart P. Syverson, 85, of Cornelius, NC passed away peacefully on September 12, 2026, with loved ones by his side. Stu was born in Brockton Mass. on May 8, 1941 and raised in Rumford, R.I. by the late P. Roland Syverson and Ruth Palmer Syverson. Along with his parents, Stu was preceded in death by his sister-in-law Joy Syverson and...

Anne Elizabeth Conner

Anne Elizabeth Conner

Sep 12, 2026

Anne Elizabeth Conner, 66, of Cornelius, NC, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on September 12, 2026. Born in Akron, OH on April 20, 1960 to the late Harry James Gordy and Elizabeth Anne (Bauer) Gordy, Anne lived a life dedicated to her family, friends, and the community that surrounded her.

She was a kindhearted and loving woman whose life...

Joan Pypiak

Joan Pypiak

Sep 11, 2026

Joan Gail Pypiak (née Easley), 73, passed away peacefully with Pip by her side at her home in Cornelius, NC, on September 11, 2026.

Born and raised in Broomall, PA, Joan attended Mansfield University, where she earned her degree and met the love of her life, Charles. Together, Joan and "Pip" raised their family in Frederick, MD, later retiring to Bluffton,...

Julia Ann Pfeffer

Julia Ann Pfeffer

Sep 11, 2026

Julia Ann “Julie” Pfeffer, 67, passed away on September 11, 2026, after a long journey with frontotemporal dementia, specifically primary progressive aphasia.

Julie was born on January 11, 1959, in Jackson, Michigan, to Roy S. Pung and Charlene Pung. She attended Michigan State University, where she earned her nursing degree and began her professional life as a nurse.

Julie was never defined...

Julius Jennings Wade III

Julius Jennings Wade III

Sep 11, 2026

Following a long and courageous battle with cancer, Julius Jennings “Jay” Wade III died peacefully, surrounded by family September 11, 2026. Jay was born January 29, 1957 in Charlotte to the late Sara Caldwell Hunter Wade and the late Julius Jennings “Jake” Wade, Jr.

Growing up in “old” Charlotte, most of Jay’s early years were consumed by his athletic desires. Like...

James Robert Patterson

James Robert Patterson

Sep 9, 2026

James Robert Patterson, 83, of Cornelius, NC passed away on September 9, 2026.

Please check back for a complete obituary.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

Memories and condolences may be shared at www.KepnerFH.com

Arturo Mejia Almanza

Arturo Mejia Almanza

Sep 8, 2026

Arturo Mejia Almanza, 85, of Charlotte, NC passed away on September 8, 2026.

Please check back for a complete obituary.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 13, 2026 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm at Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home in Huntersville, NC.  The funeral service will take place immediately following at 3:00 pm in the funeral home chapel.

Memories and condolences may be...

Dolly Dean (Smithwick) O'Brien

Dolly Dean (Smithwick) O'Brien

Sep 7, 2026

Dolly Dean Smithwick O'Brien, 86, of Davidson, NC passed away peacefully on September 7, 2026.

Born on January 28, 1940, in Mitchell County, Georgia, Dolly spent the majority of her professional career as a corporate secretary. However, her final role at Woodward Middle School in Wilkesboro, NC brought her the greatest joy.

Dolly was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. To...

JoAnne W. Ware

JoAnne W. Ware

Sep 3, 2026

JoAnne W. Ware was born on August 6, 1940, in Framingham, Massachusetts, to Henry and Edith Wales.  At a young age, she relocated to Florida, where she spent many cherished years in Palm Springs North.  She later moved to Orlando in the early 1990s before eventually settling in Denver, North Carolina.

JoAnne had a generous heart and a deep love for...

Christopher Mario Scotto

Christopher Mario Scotto

Sep 1, 2026

Christopher Mario Scotto, 78, of Cornelius, NC passed away at Novant Health Hospital in Huntersville, NC surrounded by his family on September 1, 2026.

Chris was born in Brooklyn, NY in 1948 to the late Anthony and Louise (Romano) Scotto.  He graduated from Teaneck High School, Seaton Hall University, and served in the National Guard.

Chris had a flair for the dramatic...

Zachary Thomas Radhuber

Zachary Thomas Radhuber

Aug 29, 2026

The family of Zachary Thomas Radhuber is saddened to announce his passing on August 29th, 2026.

Born on May 29th, 2000, Zach’s love of theatre began at a young age. He performed with the Children’s Theatre of Charlotte and is remembered for the characters he skillfully portrayed in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and Oklahoma. As a...