Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Huntersville & Denver in North Carolina

Geoffrey Trent Bamford

May 14, 2024

Geoffrey T. Bamford, 74 of Huntersville NC passed on May 14, 2024.

He was born in Troy, New York on December 28, 1949 to the late John & Bernice Bamford.

Geoff was a devoted and loving husband, and he and Barbara recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. He was active in his church, enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and...

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Awilda Bahamundi

May 13, 2024

Awilda Bahamundi, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on May 13, 2024 in Salisbury, NC, at the age of 76. She was born on August 17, 1947, in Manhattan, NY, to her loving parents Hiram Ortiz and Rita Quintana. Awilda was a dear sister to the late Johnny Ortiz, Luchy Ortiz, and Tito Ortiz.Awilda led a remarkable life filled...

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Kate Newton Stables

May 12, 2024

Kate Mitchell Newton Stables, age 53, died peacefully at home on Mother's Day morning May 12, 2024. Kate was one of a kind. She had a sense of humor and zeal for life that lifted up all who knew her. She ran marathons, told hilarious stories, loved music and dancing. Her carefree spirit inspired others to join her, living life to...

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William "Bill" Roland Giduz

May 11, 2024

William R. “Bill” Giduz, longtime public relations official for Davidson College, advocate for affordable housing, and committed community servant died May 11, 2024 from complications of Parkinson’s disease. He was 72. Born April 12, 1952 in Chapel Hill, NC, he was the oldest son of the late Roland and Helen Giduz. Their example instilled in him the value of...

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Chastity Maria Eichele

May 10, 2024

Chastity Maria Eichele (Brake), 46, suddenly passed away on May 10, 2024. Chastity was born in Cleveland, Ohio on February 28, 1978 to the late Victoria Lynn Brake, and surviving Ronald Miller.

Following high school graduation from Pymatuming Valley, Chastity proudly raised her daughter, Haylea Alexis Cunningham. She went on to further her education, completing a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice...

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Margaret Mary Ringston

May 7, 2024

Margaret Mary Ringston, 78, passed away on May 7, 2024. She was born on August 21, 1945 in Queens, NY daughter of the late John and Catherine Canning Devine.A full obituary will be available soon.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, May 10, 2024, 11:00 AM, at Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home, Huntersville. Online memories and condolences may be shared...

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Shirley Haney Riser

May 6, 2024

Shirley Ross Haney Riser, 80, of Marshville, NC passed away peacefully on May 6, 2024 in Huntersville, NC.

Shirley was born in Marshville, NC on June 15,1943 to the late Vernon Ross Haney and Virginia Belle Williams Haney. She graduated in 1961 from Forest Hills High School, then in 1962 from Wingate College. After working in Charlotte as a Legal...

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Cora Mae McGee

May 5, 2024

Cora Mae McGee, born Cora Mae Hughes on November 14, 1934, in Kinston, NC, passed away on May 5, 2024. She was a faithful individual known for her strong will and deep love for her family. Cora Mae had a childhood filled with joy on her family farm, creating memories that she cherished throughout her life.

Among her many hobbies and...

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Michael A. Olarte

May 5, 2024

Michael A. Olarte, 31, of Concord, North Carolina passed away on May 5, 2024.He was born in Port Jefferson, New York on May 13, 1992 to Martha Olarte.Michael was a young man full of life and whom loved his family deeply, especially his grandma. He was a wise and profound man. His laughter and smile lit up any room he...

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Donald William Cook, Sr.

May 4, 2024

In Loving Memory of Donald William Cook, Sr.Donald William Cook, Sr., born on December 17, 1946, in Chester, PA, bid farewell to this world on May 4, 2024, in Iron Station, NC. He was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished brother, and doting grandfather. Donald's life was a testament to kindness and love.A man of great integrity and honor, Donald...

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Mary "Ginger" Virginia Canipe

Apr 30, 2024

Mary Virginia Canipe, also lovingly known as Ginger, peacefully passed away on April 30, 2024, in Gaston County. She was born on July 18, 1948, in Mecklenburg County to her parents Robert Thomas Coble and Ethel Coble.Ginger was a beacon of light within her community and a devoted member of Hunter Acres Baptist Church. Her unwavering faith guided her through...

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Stacey Elaine Hester

Apr 28, 2024

Stacey Elaine Hester passed away at her home on April 28, 2024. She was born on June 4, 1968, in Guilford County, North Carolina, to the late Loyd and Betty Evans. Stacey was a beloved wife to the late Richard Hester and a cherished mother to Kalia, Shannon, and Edward. Her legacy further continues through her grandchildren Camern and Rayne.She...

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Geneva Louise Wright

Apr 27, 2024

Geneva Louise Wright, affectionately known as "Sissy" to her loved ones, passed away on April 27,2024, at Huntersville Oaks. She was born on November 18, 1944to to the late Harvey Dempsey and Ollie May Brackett Garrett in Cornelius NC where she was raised.Geneva will be fondly remembered for her funny and family-oriented personality. She was considered "the glue" that held...

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Leonard Clarence McRee

Apr 25, 2024

Leonard Clarence McRee, 84, of Davidson, NC passed away on April 24, 2024.

Leonard was born in Newton, NC on December 22, 1939, to the late Clyde McRee and Iva Ikerd McRee. Along with his parents, Leonard is preceded in death by his older brother Harry McRee.

Leonard is survived by his wife Beverly McRee, son Jon McRee and his wife...

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Richard Paul Hammond

Apr 24, 2024

Richard Paul Hammond, 58, passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by loved ones, on the afternoon of April 24 in Huntersville, North Carolina after a courageous and inspirational four-year battle with appendix cancer. Rich was born in Easton, Pennsylvania on November 17, 1965, to Roger and Patricia (Gardner) Hammond.

Rich graduated from Hackettstown High School in 1984 and was a...

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Suneel Addala

Apr 23, 2024

The Antim Sanskar for Suneel Addala will be held on Wednesday April 24, 2024. The visiting hours are from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, followed by rituals and last rites at Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home, 16901 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, NC 28078

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Deria Foster Moore

Apr 22, 2024

Deria Foster Moore, 96, of Greensboro, NC passed away on April 22, 2024.

She was born in Durham, NC on August 2,1927 to the late Roy and Margaret Foster, Sr. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Roy Foster Jr., and Margaret Jones.

In this life, Deria was a volunteer extraordinaire at St Paul the Apostle...

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Faye Cook Zarins

Apr 19, 2024

Faye Cook Zarins passed away peacefully on April 19th, 2024. She was born on March 7th,1947 in Robeson County, NC, daughter of the late Marian Frances and Robert Junior Cook. Faye's life was filled with the most important ingredients from the very start–faith in her Savior, love for her friends and family, hard work and service to others. She pursued...

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Florentino Hernandez Gonzalez

Apr 19, 2024

Florentino Hernandez-Gonzalez, 45, of Huntersville passed away at his home on April 19, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.A visitation will be held on Monday April 22, 2024 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home in Huntersville.A funeral mass will be held on Tuesday April 23, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Saint Mark Catholic Church in Huntersville with...

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