Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Huntersville & Denver in North Carolina

Ingrid Wai Chi Ng

Ingrid Wai Chi Ng

Dec 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of Ingrid Ng

Ingrid Ng, a devoted wife, sister, aunt, and cousin, entered into Heaven on December 6, 2025, at the age of 66, in her home in Cornelius, NC. Ingrid fought bravely to remain with those she loved. Though her absence leaves an irreplaceable void in our hearts, her legacy of grace, kindness, and gentleness will forever...

Judy Rhymer Gann

Judy Rhymer Gann

Dec 6, 2025

Judy Ruth Gann of Lincolnton, NC passed away on December 6, 2025 at the age of 80.

Judy was born in Hendersonville, NC on June 16th, 1945, to the late Charles and Alconia Dermid.

She graduated from Hendersonville High School and moved to Charlotte NC.

She began her working career at Industrial Textile supply where she dedicated herself for 38 years before she...

Rayna Jo-Lee Sloop

Rayna Jo-Lee Sloop

Dec 5, 2025

Rayna Jo-Lee Sloop, 17, passed away on December 5, 2025.

Please check back for a complete obituary.

Visitation will be held on Monday, December 15 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home, with the service to follow at 11:00 am.  Burial will take place at Mt Zion Community Cemetery following the service.

Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home & Cremation Services is caring...

Gretchen Dean

Gretchen Dean

Dec 5, 2025

A full obituary will be updated shortly.

Maria da Luz Amaral

Maria da Luz Amaral

Dec 5, 2025

Maria da Luz Amaral, 81, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025. Born in Lisbon, Portugal, Maria’s life took her many places — including Mineola, New York; St. Augustine, Florida; and finally Cornelius, North Carolina.

She was reunited in peace with her beloved husband, Antonio Lopes Amaral.

Maria was the proud mother of Ana Rosa Burke and Lisa Marie Zelasko, and a...

William Darwin Shehane

William Darwin Shehane

Dec 4, 2025

Bill Shehane, 80, of Mooresville, formerly of Cramerton, left for his heavenly home on December 4th, 2025 after several years of declining health.

Bill was born September 10, 1945 in Charlotte, North Carolina to the late Otis Shehane and Nell Strawn Shehane. He was a 1963 graduate of West Mecklenburg High school. Bill married the love of his life, Diane, sixty-one...

Mary Lois Wood

Mary Lois Wood

Dec 3, 2025

Mary was born on December 20, 1953 in Albemarle, NC to Harry Ramsey Sr. and Emma Jean Kimmer Cooke.  In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her brothers Stanley, Ramsey, and Tommy Cooke and one sister, Sherry Faye Cooke Baker.  Mary is survived by her sisters Fonda Oldham and husband Jim & sister Lana Warlick and...

Norma McLeod Hayes

Norma McLeod Hayes

Dec 2, 2025

Norma M. Hayes, 80, was called home by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 2nd, 2025 after a long battle with illness. Born on March 10, 1945, in Lumberton, NC, she was the daughter of the late Norman C. and Mildred P. McLeod.

A graduate of Red Springs High School and the Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing in Charlotte...

Florence Grasset Alexander

Florence Grasset Alexander

Dec 2, 2025

Florence Grasset Alexander, 102, of Charlotte, NC passed away December 2, 2025.

Florence was born in Straubville, North Dakota on January 10, 1923 to the late Charles Samuel Grasset and Lucy Groux Grasset.

Along with her parents, Florence is preceded in death by her husband, “Jack” Herman Thomas Alexander, and sisters, Mrs. Mary Wilson and Mrs. Irene Kemp.

She is survived by her...

Sara Trent Angel

Sara Trent Angel

Nov 29, 2025

Sara Trent Angel, 90, wife of Jack D. Angel, passed on November 29, 2025

Born in Reidsville, NC on October 9, 1935 to the late Marvin and Louise Trent, she was a graduate of Greensboro Woman’s College with a degree in education. Sara enjoyed years of teaching high school students in Distributive Education. After moving to Charlottesville, VA, her career shifted...

Jeff Rovann Davidson

Jeff Rovann Davidson

Nov 26, 2025

 Jeff Rovann Davidson, 56, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away November 26, 2025.

Jeff was born in Raleigh, NC on January 18, 1969 to James Davidson and the late Joyce Coombs Davidson.

Jeff is preceded in death by his mother, Joyce Coombs Davidson.

He is survived by his wife, Melissa White; daughters, Emma Davidson and Savannah Davidson; father, James Davidson; sister, Jan Davidson; brother,...

Melissa "Missy" Taylor

Melissa "Missy" Taylor

Nov 26, 2025

Melissa “Missy” Taylor, 56, of Cornelius, NC passed away on November 26, 2025.

She was born in Winston-Salem, NC on November 9, 1969 to the late Melba Bookout and Carl Bookout.



Missy was a beloved mother, wife and friend, who enjoyed bird-watching, antiquing and most of all, spending time with her family.

She is survived by her daughter, Holly Taylor; husband, Todd Taylor;...

Mary Louise (Ierise) Bradley

Mary Louise (Ierise) Bradley

Nov 24, 2025

Mary Louise (Ierise) Bradley, 89, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025 in Huntersville, NC. She was a loving mother, grandmother, wife, daughter and friend to all. Mary was born November 19, 1936 in Follansbee, WV, to Antonio and Angelina (Pasquaretta) Ierise. A child during WWII, Mary recalled blackouts, with only the light of the radio permitted. At the end...

Wilfred Allen Graham II

Wilfred Allen Graham II

Nov 23, 2025

No amount of words will do justice for such an incredible life, but we will try.

Wilfred Allen Graham II–affectionately known by his grandchildren as Papa–of Denver, North Carolina peacefully passed away surrounded by loved ones on November 23, 2025.

Allen’s wife Sandra Louise Graham, father Wilfred Graham, mother Katherine Graham, and sisters Judy and Winnie Graham preceded him in death.

Allen is...

Karon Sutter Moore

Karon Sutter Moore

Nov 22, 2025

Karon Ann Sutter Moore, 80, of Charlotte NC passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, November 22,2025 after a lengthy battle with dementia.

Karon leaves behind her husband Dan Moore; a son Trevor Moore and Wife Julie of Charlotte, NC; a daughter Tracey Moore of Denver, NC; and three grandchildren.

Karon was originally from Winona, MN where she met and married...

Michael Colin Duck

Michael Colin Duck

Nov 21, 2025

Michael Colin Duck, 67, of Cornelius, North Carolina passed away November 21, 2025.

A full obituary will be updated shortly.

Herman Lemuel Bullard

Herman Lemuel Bullard

Nov 21, 2025

Herman Lemuel Bullard, 85, transitioned from this life on November 21, 2025, after a prolonged illness. He was born on February 29, 1940, in Bladen County, NC.

Mr. Bullard faithfully served our country in the United States Army for 32 years. He was a Master Rated Aviator, having served three tours in Vietnam. Herman earned The Silver Star, Distinguished Flying Cross,...

Michael Lawrence Berger

Michael Lawrence Berger

Nov 21, 2025

Michael Lawrence Berger, affectionately known as Mike, was born on December 27, 1961, in Brooklyn, NY. He passed away suddenly on November 21, 2025, leaving a legacy of warmth, joy, and love that will be cherished by all who knew him.

Mike dedicated over 30 years of his life as a committed US Postal Employee, bringing reliability and service to his...

John Carl Muesing

John Carl Muesing

Nov 21, 2025

John Carl Muesing, 67, of Mooresville, NC passed away on 11/21/2025.

John Muesing was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on 3/24/1958 to the late Leslie Gordon Muesing and the surviving Virginia Ruth Muesing.

Among with his parents John Muesing is preceded in death by his father, Leslie Gordon Muesing.

He is survived by his wife, Lisa Muesing; daughter, Ashley Garner; son, John Ryan Muesing;...

James Kenneth Taylor

James Kenneth Taylor

Nov 20, 2025

James Kenneth “Ken” Taylor, age 97, of Denver, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, a mere 35 days before his 98th birthday. Ken was a beloved husband, friend, uncle, great uncle, brother, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, and will be missed by all who knew him.

Ken was born on Christmas Day, 1927 to the late Lila Kelley...

Local Obituaries for the Lake Norman Community

Ingrid Wai Chi Ng

Ingrid Wai Chi Ng

Dec 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of Ingrid Ng

Ingrid Ng, a devoted wife, sister, aunt, and cousin, entered into Heaven on December 6, 2025, at the age of 66, in her home in Cornelius, NC. Ingrid fought bravely to remain with those she loved. Though her absence leaves an irreplaceable void in our hearts, her legacy of grace, kindness, and gentleness will forever...

Judy Rhymer Gann

Judy Rhymer Gann

Dec 6, 2025

Judy Ruth Gann of Lincolnton, NC passed away on December 6, 2025 at the age of 80.

Judy was born in Hendersonville, NC on June 16th, 1945, to the late Charles and Alconia Dermid.

She graduated from Hendersonville High School and moved to Charlotte NC.

She began her working career at Industrial Textile supply where she dedicated herself for 38 years before she...

Rayna Jo-Lee Sloop

Rayna Jo-Lee Sloop

Dec 5, 2025

Rayna Jo-Lee Sloop, 17, passed away on December 5, 2025.

Please check back for a complete obituary.

Visitation will be held on Monday, December 15 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home, with the service to follow at 11:00 am.  Burial will take place at Mt Zion Community Cemetery following the service.

Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home & Cremation Services is caring...

Gretchen Dean

Gretchen Dean

Dec 5, 2025

A full obituary will be updated shortly.

Maria da Luz Amaral

Maria da Luz Amaral

Dec 5, 2025

Maria da Luz Amaral, 81, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025. Born in Lisbon, Portugal, Maria’s life took her many places — including Mineola, New York; St. Augustine, Florida; and finally Cornelius, North Carolina.

She was reunited in peace with her beloved husband, Antonio Lopes Amaral.

Maria was the proud mother of Ana Rosa Burke and Lisa Marie Zelasko, and a...

William Darwin Shehane

William Darwin Shehane

Dec 4, 2025

Bill Shehane, 80, of Mooresville, formerly of Cramerton, left for his heavenly home on December 4th, 2025 after several years of declining health.

Bill was born September 10, 1945 in Charlotte, North Carolina to the late Otis Shehane and Nell Strawn Shehane. He was a 1963 graduate of West Mecklenburg High school. Bill married the love of his life, Diane, sixty-one...

Mary Lois Wood

Mary Lois Wood

Dec 3, 2025

Mary was born on December 20, 1953 in Albemarle, NC to Harry Ramsey Sr. and Emma Jean Kimmer Cooke.  In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her brothers Stanley, Ramsey, and Tommy Cooke and one sister, Sherry Faye Cooke Baker.  Mary is survived by her sisters Fonda Oldham and husband Jim & sister Lana Warlick and...

Norma McLeod Hayes

Norma McLeod Hayes

Dec 2, 2025

Norma M. Hayes, 80, was called home by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 2nd, 2025 after a long battle with illness. Born on March 10, 1945, in Lumberton, NC, she was the daughter of the late Norman C. and Mildred P. McLeod.

A graduate of Red Springs High School and the Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing in Charlotte...

Florence Grasset Alexander

Florence Grasset Alexander

Dec 2, 2025

Florence Grasset Alexander, 102, of Charlotte, NC passed away December 2, 2025.

Florence was born in Straubville, North Dakota on January 10, 1923 to the late Charles Samuel Grasset and Lucy Groux Grasset.

Along with her parents, Florence is preceded in death by her husband, “Jack” Herman Thomas Alexander, and sisters, Mrs. Mary Wilson and Mrs. Irene Kemp.

She is survived by her...

Sara Trent Angel

Sara Trent Angel

Nov 29, 2025

Sara Trent Angel, 90, wife of Jack D. Angel, passed on November 29, 2025

Born in Reidsville, NC on October 9, 1935 to the late Marvin and Louise Trent, she was a graduate of Greensboro Woman’s College with a degree in education. Sara enjoyed years of teaching high school students in Distributive Education. After moving to Charlottesville, VA, her career shifted...

Jeff Rovann Davidson

Jeff Rovann Davidson

Nov 26, 2025

 Jeff Rovann Davidson, 56, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away November 26, 2025.

Jeff was born in Raleigh, NC on January 18, 1969 to James Davidson and the late Joyce Coombs Davidson.

Jeff is preceded in death by his mother, Joyce Coombs Davidson.

He is survived by his wife, Melissa White; daughters, Emma Davidson and Savannah Davidson; father, James Davidson; sister, Jan Davidson; brother,...

Melissa "Missy" Taylor

Melissa "Missy" Taylor

Nov 26, 2025

Melissa “Missy” Taylor, 56, of Cornelius, NC passed away on November 26, 2025.

She was born in Winston-Salem, NC on November 9, 1969 to the late Melba Bookout and Carl Bookout.



Missy was a beloved mother, wife and friend, who enjoyed bird-watching, antiquing and most of all, spending time with her family.

She is survived by her daughter, Holly Taylor; husband, Todd Taylor;...

Mary Louise (Ierise) Bradley

Mary Louise (Ierise) Bradley

Nov 24, 2025

Mary Louise (Ierise) Bradley, 89, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025 in Huntersville, NC. She was a loving mother, grandmother, wife, daughter and friend to all. Mary was born November 19, 1936 in Follansbee, WV, to Antonio and Angelina (Pasquaretta) Ierise. A child during WWII, Mary recalled blackouts, with only the light of the radio permitted. At the end...

Wilfred Allen Graham II

Wilfred Allen Graham II

Nov 23, 2025

No amount of words will do justice for such an incredible life, but we will try.

Wilfred Allen Graham II–affectionately known by his grandchildren as Papa–of Denver, North Carolina peacefully passed away surrounded by loved ones on November 23, 2025.

Allen’s wife Sandra Louise Graham, father Wilfred Graham, mother Katherine Graham, and sisters Judy and Winnie Graham preceded him in death.

Allen is...

Karon Sutter Moore

Karon Sutter Moore

Nov 22, 2025

Karon Ann Sutter Moore, 80, of Charlotte NC passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, November 22,2025 after a lengthy battle with dementia.

Karon leaves behind her husband Dan Moore; a son Trevor Moore and Wife Julie of Charlotte, NC; a daughter Tracey Moore of Denver, NC; and three grandchildren.

Karon was originally from Winona, MN where she met and married...

Michael Colin Duck

Michael Colin Duck

Nov 21, 2025

Michael Colin Duck, 67, of Cornelius, North Carolina passed away November 21, 2025.

A full obituary will be updated shortly.

Herman Lemuel Bullard

Herman Lemuel Bullard

Nov 21, 2025

Herman Lemuel Bullard, 85, transitioned from this life on November 21, 2025, after a prolonged illness. He was born on February 29, 1940, in Bladen County, NC.

Mr. Bullard faithfully served our country in the United States Army for 32 years. He was a Master Rated Aviator, having served three tours in Vietnam. Herman earned The Silver Star, Distinguished Flying Cross,...

Michael Lawrence Berger

Michael Lawrence Berger

Nov 21, 2025

Michael Lawrence Berger, affectionately known as Mike, was born on December 27, 1961, in Brooklyn, NY. He passed away suddenly on November 21, 2025, leaving a legacy of warmth, joy, and love that will be cherished by all who knew him.

Mike dedicated over 30 years of his life as a committed US Postal Employee, bringing reliability and service to his...

John Carl Muesing

John Carl Muesing

Nov 21, 2025

John Carl Muesing, 67, of Mooresville, NC passed away on 11/21/2025.

John Muesing was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on 3/24/1958 to the late Leslie Gordon Muesing and the surviving Virginia Ruth Muesing.

Among with his parents John Muesing is preceded in death by his father, Leslie Gordon Muesing.

He is survived by his wife, Lisa Muesing; daughter, Ashley Garner; son, John Ryan Muesing;...

James Kenneth Taylor

James Kenneth Taylor

Nov 20, 2025

James Kenneth “Ken” Taylor, age 97, of Denver, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, a mere 35 days before his 98th birthday. Ken was a beloved husband, friend, uncle, great uncle, brother, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, and will be missed by all who knew him.

Ken was born on Christmas Day, 1927 to the late Lila Kelley...