Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Huntersville & Denver in North Carolina

Joan Audrey Jobes

Joan Audrey Jobes

Aug 4, 2024

Joan Audrey Jobes, 92, passed away in Concord, NC.

Service will be held at Kevin Orender Funeral Home in New Jersey at a later date.

Sara Henson Ray

Sara Henson Ray

Aug 4, 2024

Sara Hazel (Henson) Ray, known for her career as a seamstress and her love for gardening and tending to her flowers, has passed away. She was born on April 28, 1944, in Calhoun, Alabama, and peacefully left this world on August 4, 2024, in Huntersville, North Carolina.

Sara was a beloved soul who touched the lives of many with her kind,...

Constance James

Constance James

Aug 2, 2024

For those that loved Connie, remember her smile, her laugh, and how easy it was to talk to her.  Connie was a unique woman of many traits, including co-running multiple businesses, raising two daughters (who are thriving in the world), and being an exercise/fitness instructor.  She built computers from scratch, she'd design you a kick-ass kitchen, and provide you a...

Egor Alexander Porter

Egor Alexander Porter

Aug 1, 2024

Egor Alexander Porter, of Austin, TX, passed away on August 1, 2024. Born in Kemerovo, Russia on January 15, 2000, he and his sister Daria ("Dasha") were adopted by his parents Kimberly and David Porter in 2005. Growing up, Egor lived in Orlando, FL, Spokane, WA, with most of his time spent in Charlotte, NC. He attended high school at...

Casey Owen Sweeney

Casey Owen Sweeney

Aug 1, 2024

Casey Owen Sweeney, 48, of Huntersville, NC passed away August 1, 2024.  Born on September 19, 1975 in New York, NY to Eugene and Carolyn Sweeney.  He was preceded in death by his three brothers, Timothy, Christopher and Patrick and sister Stephanie.

Casey is survived by his two beautiful daughters Isla and Raya Sweeney, his brother Michael and sister Gabrielle and...

Jeffrey Calloway

Jeffrey Calloway

Aug 1, 2024

“A light went out on Earth for me, the day we said goodbye

And on that day a star was born, the brightest in the sky

Reaching through the darkness, with its rays of purest white

Lighting up the Heavens, as it once lit up my life

With beams of love to heal, the broken heart you left behind

Where always in my memory, your...

Alyssa Marie Magro

Alyssa Marie Magro

Jul 27, 2024

Alyssa Marie Magro, a beacon of light and love, passed away on July 27, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished by those who were fortunate enough to know her. Born on March 24, 1993, in Olean, New York, Alyssa's life was a beautiful tapestry of compassion, dedication, and unwavering positivity.

In her journey through life, Alyssa achieved...

Martha Anne Leak

Martha Anne Leak

Jul 26, 2024

Martha Anne Leak

 1928-2024

Martha Anne Leak was born on February 12, 1928 in Huron County, Ohio. She passed away peacefully on July 26, 2024, at The Pines at Davidson, North Carolina.

Preceded in death by her parents, Golding and Julia Trimmer Leak, siblings Geraldine Leak Corwin, Marilyn Leak Garland, and Marvin Leak, she is survived by her nieces and nephews, Marcia Earl...

Aubrey Donaldson Evans

Aubrey Donaldson Evans

Jul 21, 2024

Services for Aubrey Donaldson Evans will be held privately by the family.

Lizzie Shipman

Lizzie Shipman

Jul 20, 2024

Lizzie Shipman, a very sweet and kind-hearted lady, passed away on July 20, 2024 at the age of 82. She was born on July 23, 1941, in Sumter, South Carolina. Lizzie was known for her love of spending time outdoors working in the yard, spending time with her family and enjoying a good game of bowling.

She is survived by her...

Rosemary Raynal

Rosemary Raynal

Jul 19, 2024

Rosemary Alexander Raynal, 78, of Davidson, North Carolina, wife of Charles Edward Raynal, III, passed away Friday, July 19, 2024. She was a member of Davidson College Presbyterian Church, where she served as a Stephen Minister. 

Rosemary was born on January 6, 1946 in Bainbridge, Maryland, the first of four children of R. Lewis Alexander, Sr. and Julia Anne McKnight Alexander,...

Gino Mencaroni

Gino Mencaroni

Jul 19, 2024

Services will be held privately by the family.

Violet Clarke

Violet Clarke

Jul 17, 2024

Violet Clarke, 60, of Huntersville, NC, beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, died peacefully on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. 

 The legacy she leaves behind is one of love and devotion. Her children and family were the center of her world and she was always the life of the party with her warm and spirited personality.

 Violet was born in Zenta, Yugoslavia...

Aaliyah Golding

Aaliyah Golding

Jul 15, 2024

Services will be held in Pennsylvania. 

Douglas Bailey Phifer

Douglas Bailey Phifer

Jul 13, 2024

Douglas Bailey Phifer, known affectionately as Doug, passed away on July 13, 2024 in Huntersville, NC. Doug was a beloved figure in the community as the owner and operator of Diversified Specialties, Inc in Belmont. Doug was not only a successful businessman but also a compassionate employer who cherished his employees, always going the extra mile to ensure their well-being.

Doug...

George Michael Thibodeau

George Michael Thibodeau

Jul 12, 2024

George Michael Thibodeau Jr (Mike), the son of George and Gertrude (Murphy) Thibodeau, passed on July 12, 2024.  He is survived by his wonderful wife of 42 years, the former Nancy Lucas of Atherton, CA, whose love, strength and dedication provided a model for their successful lives together.  He is survived by their children.  Son, Michael, his partner Hanna Mangold...

Margaret Kelly Johnson

Margaret Kelly Johnson

Jul 11, 2024

On July 8, 2024, and July 11, 2024, respectively, Henry Dean Johnson, Jr., and his beloved wife, Margaret Garrett Kelly Johnson passed peacefully from this world and into their heavenly home. Separated in death by only three days proves a true testament to their beautiful love story and commitment to each other.

Henry, known to many as “Dean”, was born October...

Edward Joseph Mongillo

Edward Joseph Mongillo

Jul 10, 2024

Edward Joseph Mongillo, 69, of Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away on July 10th, 2024. Ed was born in New Haven, CT on December 27th, 1954 to the late Al Mongillo and Rose Mongillo (Cavaliere). 

 He is survived by his daughter Lindsay Lennon (Mongillo), her husband Peter Lennon IV, and several cousins and extended family members. 

 Ed was the Department Head of Special...

Lisa Renee Follmer

Lisa Renee Follmer

Jul 9, 2024

Lisa Renee Follmer, lovingly remembered as a devoted mother, wife, and supporter of autism services for children, passed away on July 9, 2024, in Huntersville, NC. She was born on November 1, 1962, in Detroit, MI. 

Lisa will be dearly missed by her surviving family members: her loving husband Jay Follmer, daughter Georgie Hodge, son Stephen Follmer, grandson Kayden  Hodge, and...

Henry Dean Johnson, Jr.

Henry Dean Johnson, Jr.

Jul 8, 2024

On July 8, 2024, and July 11, 2024, respectively, Henry Dean Johnson, Jr., and his beloved wife, Margaret Garrett Kelly Johnson passed peacefully from this world and into their heavenly home. Separated in death by only three days proves a true testament to their beautiful love story and commitment to each other.

Henry, known to many as “Dean”, was born October...

Local Obituaries for the Lake Norman Community

Joan Audrey Jobes

Joan Audrey Jobes

Aug 4, 2024

Joan Audrey Jobes, 92, passed away in Concord, NC.

Service will be held at Kevin Orender Funeral Home in New Jersey at a later date.

Sara Henson Ray

Sara Henson Ray

Aug 4, 2024

Sara Hazel (Henson) Ray, known for her career as a seamstress and her love for gardening and tending to her flowers, has passed away. She was born on April 28, 1944, in Calhoun, Alabama, and peacefully left this world on August 4, 2024, in Huntersville, North Carolina.

Sara was a beloved soul who touched the lives of many with her kind,...

Constance James

Constance James

Aug 2, 2024

For those that loved Connie, remember her smile, her laugh, and how easy it was to talk to her.  Connie was a unique woman of many traits, including co-running multiple businesses, raising two daughters (who are thriving in the world), and being an exercise/fitness instructor.  She built computers from scratch, she'd design you a kick-ass kitchen, and provide you a...

Egor Alexander Porter

Egor Alexander Porter

Aug 1, 2024

Egor Alexander Porter, of Austin, TX, passed away on August 1, 2024. Born in Kemerovo, Russia on January 15, 2000, he and his sister Daria ("Dasha") were adopted by his parents Kimberly and David Porter in 2005. Growing up, Egor lived in Orlando, FL, Spokane, WA, with most of his time spent in Charlotte, NC. He attended high school at...

Casey Owen Sweeney

Casey Owen Sweeney

Aug 1, 2024

Casey Owen Sweeney, 48, of Huntersville, NC passed away August 1, 2024.  Born on September 19, 1975 in New York, NY to Eugene and Carolyn Sweeney.  He was preceded in death by his three brothers, Timothy, Christopher and Patrick and sister Stephanie.

Casey is survived by his two beautiful daughters Isla and Raya Sweeney, his brother Michael and sister Gabrielle and...

Jeffrey Calloway

Jeffrey Calloway

Aug 1, 2024

“A light went out on Earth for me, the day we said goodbye

And on that day a star was born, the brightest in the sky

Reaching through the darkness, with its rays of purest white

Lighting up the Heavens, as it once lit up my life

With beams of love to heal, the broken heart you left behind

Where always in my memory, your...

Alyssa Marie Magro

Alyssa Marie Magro

Jul 27, 2024

Alyssa Marie Magro, a beacon of light and love, passed away on July 27, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished by those who were fortunate enough to know her. Born on March 24, 1993, in Olean, New York, Alyssa's life was a beautiful tapestry of compassion, dedication, and unwavering positivity.

In her journey through life, Alyssa achieved...

Martha Anne Leak

Martha Anne Leak

Jul 26, 2024

Martha Anne Leak

 1928-2024

Martha Anne Leak was born on February 12, 1928 in Huron County, Ohio. She passed away peacefully on July 26, 2024, at The Pines at Davidson, North Carolina.

Preceded in death by her parents, Golding and Julia Trimmer Leak, siblings Geraldine Leak Corwin, Marilyn Leak Garland, and Marvin Leak, she is survived by her nieces and nephews, Marcia Earl...

Aubrey Donaldson Evans

Aubrey Donaldson Evans

Jul 21, 2024

Services for Aubrey Donaldson Evans will be held privately by the family.

Lizzie Shipman

Lizzie Shipman

Jul 20, 2024

Lizzie Shipman, a very sweet and kind-hearted lady, passed away on July 20, 2024 at the age of 82. She was born on July 23, 1941, in Sumter, South Carolina. Lizzie was known for her love of spending time outdoors working in the yard, spending time with her family and enjoying a good game of bowling.

She is survived by her...

Rosemary Raynal

Rosemary Raynal

Jul 19, 2024

Rosemary Alexander Raynal, 78, of Davidson, North Carolina, wife of Charles Edward Raynal, III, passed away Friday, July 19, 2024. She was a member of Davidson College Presbyterian Church, where she served as a Stephen Minister. 

Rosemary was born on January 6, 1946 in Bainbridge, Maryland, the first of four children of R. Lewis Alexander, Sr. and Julia Anne McKnight Alexander,...

Gino Mencaroni

Gino Mencaroni

Jul 19, 2024

Services will be held privately by the family.

Violet Clarke

Violet Clarke

Jul 17, 2024

Violet Clarke, 60, of Huntersville, NC, beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, died peacefully on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. 

 The legacy she leaves behind is one of love and devotion. Her children and family were the center of her world and she was always the life of the party with her warm and spirited personality.

 Violet was born in Zenta, Yugoslavia...

Aaliyah Golding

Aaliyah Golding

Jul 15, 2024

Services will be held in Pennsylvania. 

Douglas Bailey Phifer

Douglas Bailey Phifer

Jul 13, 2024

Douglas Bailey Phifer, known affectionately as Doug, passed away on July 13, 2024 in Huntersville, NC. Doug was a beloved figure in the community as the owner and operator of Diversified Specialties, Inc in Belmont. Doug was not only a successful businessman but also a compassionate employer who cherished his employees, always going the extra mile to ensure their well-being.

Doug...

George Michael Thibodeau

George Michael Thibodeau

Jul 12, 2024

George Michael Thibodeau Jr (Mike), the son of George and Gertrude (Murphy) Thibodeau, passed on July 12, 2024.  He is survived by his wonderful wife of 42 years, the former Nancy Lucas of Atherton, CA, whose love, strength and dedication provided a model for their successful lives together.  He is survived by their children.  Son, Michael, his partner Hanna Mangold...

Margaret Kelly Johnson

Margaret Kelly Johnson

Jul 11, 2024

On July 8, 2024, and July 11, 2024, respectively, Henry Dean Johnson, Jr., and his beloved wife, Margaret Garrett Kelly Johnson passed peacefully from this world and into their heavenly home. Separated in death by only three days proves a true testament to their beautiful love story and commitment to each other.

Henry, known to many as “Dean”, was born October...

Edward Joseph Mongillo

Edward Joseph Mongillo

Jul 10, 2024

Edward Joseph Mongillo, 69, of Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away on July 10th, 2024. Ed was born in New Haven, CT on December 27th, 1954 to the late Al Mongillo and Rose Mongillo (Cavaliere). 

 He is survived by his daughter Lindsay Lennon (Mongillo), her husband Peter Lennon IV, and several cousins and extended family members. 

 Ed was the Department Head of Special...

Lisa Renee Follmer

Lisa Renee Follmer

Jul 9, 2024

Lisa Renee Follmer, lovingly remembered as a devoted mother, wife, and supporter of autism services for children, passed away on July 9, 2024, in Huntersville, NC. She was born on November 1, 1962, in Detroit, MI. 

Lisa will be dearly missed by her surviving family members: her loving husband Jay Follmer, daughter Georgie Hodge, son Stephen Follmer, grandson Kayden  Hodge, and...

Henry Dean Johnson, Jr.

Henry Dean Johnson, Jr.

Jul 8, 2024

On July 8, 2024, and July 11, 2024, respectively, Henry Dean Johnson, Jr., and his beloved wife, Margaret Garrett Kelly Johnson passed peacefully from this world and into their heavenly home. Separated in death by only three days proves a true testament to their beautiful love story and commitment to each other.

Henry, known to many as “Dean”, was born October...