Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Huntersville & Denver in North Carolina

John Medlin

John Medlin

Jun 21, 2024

John "Rick" Medlin, a man known for his fun-loving spirit and zest for life, passed away on June 21, 2024. He was born on March 11, 1952, and throughout his life, he embraced every moment with a vibrant energy that touched all who knew him.

Rick's passion for enjoying life to the fullest evident in his love for attending concerts and...

Maria Leonilde Tavares

Maria Leonilde Tavares

Jun 20, 2024

Maria Leonilde Tavares, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away June 20,2024, in Huntersville, NC. She was born on May18, 1935, in San Miguel, Portugal, to Anthony and Maria Resendes Ponte.

Maria led a fulfilling life characterized by her generous spirit and love for her family. She cherished spending time with her loved ones and creating lasting memories together. Maria...

Linda Lesslie Campagna

Linda Lesslie Campagna

Jun 16, 2024

Mrs. Linda Lesslie Campagna, 80, of Lowesville, passed away Sunday, June 16th at Abernethy Laurels. She is predeceased by her brother David Owen Lesslie (2014). Linda Margaret Lesslie was born on October 3, 1943 in Rowan County to the late John Nathaniel Lesslie and Helen Trexler Lesslie. Her father was known as Professor Cheerwine, the chemist who reformulated the Salisbury,...

Maxine Joan LeMay

Maxine Joan LeMay

Jun 15, 2024

Maxine Joan Lewek LeMay was born on July 24, 1938, in Amsterdam, New York, and she passed away on June 15, 2024 in Huntersville, North Carolina. She was known for her wry wit and independent spirit, leaving a lasting impact on all who had the pleasure of knowing her.Maxine dedicated herself to the field of nursing, graduating from St. Peter's...

Gerald Ray Hill

Gerald Ray Hill

Jun 14, 2024

Gerald “Jerry” R. Hill passed away on June 14, 2024, after a battle with adrenal cancer at 78. He was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, and a good friend. He was always surrounded by the love of his family and friends and will be missed by everyone who knew him.

 Jerry is survived by his wife, Linda; two...

Linda Lee Cegelski

Linda Lee Cegelski

Jun 12, 2024

Linda Rowe Cegelski, 58, of Huntersville, N.C., loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend, died peacefully Wednesday, June 12, 2024, in her home with her husband by her side. 

A cliff-jumping, prank-pulling, always-praying, beautiful soul, Linda was small in stature. But she was the fighter most people only wish they would be whenever she faced the darkness of this world. She...

James Rogers

James Rogers

Jun 12, 2024

James Rogers, known to his loved ones as Jimmy, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his beloved wife, Lu Rogers, and daughter, Briana Pettit. Born in Mecklenburg County, NC, on June 21, 1964, Jimmy lived a life full of love, and cherished moments.

Jimmy was a man of faith who cherished his family above all else. His warm personality and...

Robert Ciarletta

Robert Ciarletta

Jun 12, 2024

Robert Ciarletta, a beloved husband and father passed away peacefully at his residence on June 12, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife and daughter. He was born on June 6, 1952, in Brooklyn, NY to the late John and Rose Ciarletta.Robert was a man who cherished his family above all else. He adored his wife of nearly 48 years, Yvonne,...

Carmen Leticia Clemente Celis "Lety"

Carmen Leticia Clemente Celis "Lety"

Jun 11, 2024

Carmen Leticia Clemente Celis, fondly known as "Lety" to her loved ones, peacefully passed away in Charlotte on June 11, 2024. She was born in Venezuela on January 27, 1944, to her parents Ruben Dario Celis and Maria Elba Celis. 

 Although she couldn't fully pursue her passion for learning and education, she enriched her life with knowledge and life experiences as...

Meghan Marie Fowler

Meghan Marie Fowler

Jun 10, 2024

Meghan Marie Fowler, a cherished wife, mother, daughter, and sister, passed away on June 10, 2024, in Davidson, North Carolina. Born on September 2, 1983, in Atlanta, Georgia, Meghan brought love and joy to all who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Meghan was a beacon of light in the lives of her family and friends. She devoted herself wholeheartedly to...

Sue Ann Moeller

Sue Ann Moeller

Jun 5, 2024

Sue Ann Moeller passed away on June 5, 2024, in Cornelius. She was born on February 14, 1937, in Pittsburgh, PA.Sue was a kind and loving individual with a deep affection for animals. Her warm personality and caring nature touched the lives of all who knew her. She will be remembered for her gentle spirit and unwavering love for her...

David Coleman Colvin, Jr.

David Coleman Colvin, Jr.

Jun 1, 2024

David Colvin, 61, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on June 1, 2024. David was born on August 29, 1962 in Gastonia, NC to David Coleman Colvin, Sr. and Fannie Sue Falls Colvin.David was a fifth generation native of Gastonia and was proud of his heritage.  He graduated from Ashbrook High School where he was...

Angela Carmen Espinal

Angela Carmen Espinal

Jun 1, 2024

The obituary will be completed shortly.A visitation will be held Thursday, June 6, 2024 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 7:00pm. The burial will be at 11:00am on Friday, June 7, 2024 at Carolina Memorial Park Cemetery in Kannapolis, NC.

Jose Melendez

Jose Melendez

May 31, 2024

Arrangements are private with the family.

Jerry Helms

Jerry Helms

May 31, 2024

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Jane T. Gardner

Jane T. Gardner

May 30, 2024

Services are private with the family.

Marc Wells

Marc Wells

May 29, 2024

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Theresa Thelma Montgomery

Theresa Thelma Montgomery

May 28, 2024

Theresa Thelma Montgomery, known affectionately as Terri to her friends and family, passed away on May 28, 2024 in Hendersonville, NC. She was born on September 23, 1942, in Pittsburg, PA to her loving parents, William Caldwell and Thelma Gable Caldwell.Terri will be remembered for her strong-willed and take-charge personality, along with her vibrant social nature. She had a knack...

Eve Louise Schueller

Eve Louise Schueller

May 27, 2024

Eve Louise Schueller, 65 of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away peacefully on May 27, 2024 after her short but difficult battle with adenocarcinoma. Eve was born on June 20, 1958 to Gordon and Delaine Thiede in Oconomowoc, WI. After Eve graduated from Oconomowoc High School in 1976, she went on to study radiologic technology at Waukesha Memorial through their tech program....

James Edward Duke

James Edward Duke

May 24, 2024

James Edward Duke, May 24, 2024, Cornelius, North Carolina. 

“Jim” passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024 under hospice care after a brief illness. He was born in Monterey Park, CA on September 2, 1941. 

After graduation from Venice Senior High School, he obtained his undergraduate degree from Southern Methodist University and graduate degree from Syracuse University. He was a highly decorated...

Local Obituaries for the Lake Norman Community

John Medlin

John Medlin

Jun 21, 2024

John "Rick" Medlin, a man known for his fun-loving spirit and zest for life, passed away on June 21, 2024. He was born on March 11, 1952, and throughout his life, he embraced every moment with a vibrant energy that touched all who knew him.

Rick's passion for enjoying life to the fullest evident in his love for attending concerts and...

Maria Leonilde Tavares

Maria Leonilde Tavares

Jun 20, 2024

Maria Leonilde Tavares, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away June 20,2024, in Huntersville, NC. She was born on May18, 1935, in San Miguel, Portugal, to Anthony and Maria Resendes Ponte.

Maria led a fulfilling life characterized by her generous spirit and love for her family. She cherished spending time with her loved ones and creating lasting memories together. Maria...

Linda Lesslie Campagna

Linda Lesslie Campagna

Jun 16, 2024

Mrs. Linda Lesslie Campagna, 80, of Lowesville, passed away Sunday, June 16th at Abernethy Laurels. She is predeceased by her brother David Owen Lesslie (2014). Linda Margaret Lesslie was born on October 3, 1943 in Rowan County to the late John Nathaniel Lesslie and Helen Trexler Lesslie. Her father was known as Professor Cheerwine, the chemist who reformulated the Salisbury,...

Maxine Joan LeMay

Maxine Joan LeMay

Jun 15, 2024

Maxine Joan Lewek LeMay was born on July 24, 1938, in Amsterdam, New York, and she passed away on June 15, 2024 in Huntersville, North Carolina. She was known for her wry wit and independent spirit, leaving a lasting impact on all who had the pleasure of knowing her.Maxine dedicated herself to the field of nursing, graduating from St. Peter's...

Gerald Ray Hill

Gerald Ray Hill

Jun 14, 2024

Gerald “Jerry” R. Hill passed away on June 14, 2024, after a battle with adrenal cancer at 78. He was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, and a good friend. He was always surrounded by the love of his family and friends and will be missed by everyone who knew him.

 Jerry is survived by his wife, Linda; two...

Linda Lee Cegelski

Linda Lee Cegelski

Jun 12, 2024

Linda Rowe Cegelski, 58, of Huntersville, N.C., loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend, died peacefully Wednesday, June 12, 2024, in her home with her husband by her side. 

A cliff-jumping, prank-pulling, always-praying, beautiful soul, Linda was small in stature. But she was the fighter most people only wish they would be whenever she faced the darkness of this world. She...

James Rogers

James Rogers

Jun 12, 2024

James Rogers, known to his loved ones as Jimmy, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his beloved wife, Lu Rogers, and daughter, Briana Pettit. Born in Mecklenburg County, NC, on June 21, 1964, Jimmy lived a life full of love, and cherished moments.

Jimmy was a man of faith who cherished his family above all else. His warm personality and...

Robert Ciarletta

Robert Ciarletta

Jun 12, 2024

Robert Ciarletta, a beloved husband and father passed away peacefully at his residence on June 12, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife and daughter. He was born on June 6, 1952, in Brooklyn, NY to the late John and Rose Ciarletta.Robert was a man who cherished his family above all else. He adored his wife of nearly 48 years, Yvonne,...

Carmen Leticia Clemente Celis "Lety"

Carmen Leticia Clemente Celis "Lety"

Jun 11, 2024

Carmen Leticia Clemente Celis, fondly known as "Lety" to her loved ones, peacefully passed away in Charlotte on June 11, 2024. She was born in Venezuela on January 27, 1944, to her parents Ruben Dario Celis and Maria Elba Celis. 

 Although she couldn't fully pursue her passion for learning and education, she enriched her life with knowledge and life experiences as...

Meghan Marie Fowler

Meghan Marie Fowler

Jun 10, 2024

Meghan Marie Fowler, a cherished wife, mother, daughter, and sister, passed away on June 10, 2024, in Davidson, North Carolina. Born on September 2, 1983, in Atlanta, Georgia, Meghan brought love and joy to all who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Meghan was a beacon of light in the lives of her family and friends. She devoted herself wholeheartedly to...

Sue Ann Moeller

Sue Ann Moeller

Jun 5, 2024

Sue Ann Moeller passed away on June 5, 2024, in Cornelius. She was born on February 14, 1937, in Pittsburgh, PA.Sue was a kind and loving individual with a deep affection for animals. Her warm personality and caring nature touched the lives of all who knew her. She will be remembered for her gentle spirit and unwavering love for her...

David Coleman Colvin, Jr.

David Coleman Colvin, Jr.

Jun 1, 2024

David Colvin, 61, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on June 1, 2024. David was born on August 29, 1962 in Gastonia, NC to David Coleman Colvin, Sr. and Fannie Sue Falls Colvin.David was a fifth generation native of Gastonia and was proud of his heritage.  He graduated from Ashbrook High School where he was...

Angela Carmen Espinal

Angela Carmen Espinal

Jun 1, 2024

The obituary will be completed shortly.A visitation will be held Thursday, June 6, 2024 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 7:00pm. The burial will be at 11:00am on Friday, June 7, 2024 at Carolina Memorial Park Cemetery in Kannapolis, NC.

Jose Melendez

Jose Melendez

May 31, 2024

Arrangements are private with the family.

Jerry Helms

Jerry Helms

May 31, 2024

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Jane T. Gardner

Jane T. Gardner

May 30, 2024

Services are private with the family.

Marc Wells

Marc Wells

May 29, 2024

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Theresa Thelma Montgomery

Theresa Thelma Montgomery

May 28, 2024

Theresa Thelma Montgomery, known affectionately as Terri to her friends and family, passed away on May 28, 2024 in Hendersonville, NC. She was born on September 23, 1942, in Pittsburg, PA to her loving parents, William Caldwell and Thelma Gable Caldwell.Terri will be remembered for her strong-willed and take-charge personality, along with her vibrant social nature. She had a knack...

Eve Louise Schueller

Eve Louise Schueller

May 27, 2024

Eve Louise Schueller, 65 of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away peacefully on May 27, 2024 after her short but difficult battle with adenocarcinoma. Eve was born on June 20, 1958 to Gordon and Delaine Thiede in Oconomowoc, WI. After Eve graduated from Oconomowoc High School in 1976, she went on to study radiologic technology at Waukesha Memorial through their tech program....

James Edward Duke

James Edward Duke

May 24, 2024

James Edward Duke, May 24, 2024, Cornelius, North Carolina. 

“Jim” passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024 under hospice care after a brief illness. He was born in Monterey Park, CA on September 2, 1941. 

After graduation from Venice Senior High School, he obtained his undergraduate degree from Southern Methodist University and graduate degree from Syracuse University. He was a highly decorated...