Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Huntersville & Denver in North Carolina

Mark Allen Cunningham

Mark Allen Cunningham

Jun 19, 2025

Mark Allen Cunningham, 65, of Cornelius, North Carolina passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025. He was born in Gallipolis, Ohio, son of the late John and Jeannine Cunningham. He was the youngest of three siblings and father of two children.

Mark proudly served in the Army briefly as an Airborne Paratrooper before beginning his career in the automotive industry. As a...

Merthel Fields

Merthel Fields

Jun 14, 2025

Merthel “Dale” Fields, a devoted woman of God whose bright spirit and radiant smile brightened every room she entered, went peacefully to glory on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the age of 79, in her Cornelius, North Carolina home. Born December 17, 1945, in Bluffton, Georgia, to Grace Mincy and Claude McDowell, Dale learned early what it meant to serve...

Mary Lou McKain

Mary Lou McKain

Jun 14, 2025

Mary Lou Brady McKain, 97, of Wheeling, WV passed away June 14, 2025 at the home of her daughter in Troutman, NC. She was born July 23, 1927 in Jarvisville, WV, the daughter of the late Carl B. and Ruth L. Brady. The Bradys moved to nearby Wolf Summit, WV when she was a small child, where she spent a...

David Keith Jackson

David Keith Jackson

Jun 12, 2025

David Keith Jackson, 77, of Huntersville, NC passed away at 4:33am on June 12, 2025.

Keith was born in Valdese, NC on June 30, 1947 to the late Max Jesse Jackson and Marie Sprouse Jackson.

Keith was a jack-of-all-trades. He worked as a dye manufacturer, electronic technician, mason, builder, truck driver, mechanic, landscaper, retail salesman, and more besides. More importantly, he was...

Kathy Darlene Scercy

Kathy Darlene Scercy

Jun 11, 2025

Kathy Darlene (Mitchell) Scercy, a beloved wife, mother, stepmother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on September 28, 1952, in Charlotte, North Carolina, Kathy embraced life with open arms and a heart full of kindness.

Throughout her life, Kathy was known for her warm and welcoming personality. She never met a...

Kristi Smith

Kristi Smith

Jun 11, 2025

Kristi Noel Bumgarner Smith, a cherished educator, devoted family member, and beloved member of her community, left this world on June 11, 2025, enveloped in the warmth of her loved ones. Born on November 30, 1966, in Mooresville, NC, Kristi's journey through life was marked by her unwavering commitment to family, faith, and education.

From an early age, Kristi's passion for...

Vivian Nelson Aiello

Vivian Nelson Aiello

Jun 10, 2025

Vivian Nelson Aiello, 94, of Cornelius, NC passed away on June 10, 2025 at Levine & Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville.  Born June 09, 1931 in The Bronx, NY, Vivian had a long career as an administrator for West Milford High School in Milford, NJ.  For thirty years, Vivian resided in Tampa, FL before moving to Cornelius, NC, where she...

Kenneth James Loucks

Kenneth James Loucks

Jun 10, 2025

Kenneth “Ken” James Loucks, a cherished father and dear friend to many, peacefully departed this life on June 10, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Born on March 26, 1946, in Cleveland, Ohio.

Ken was the beloved son of Clarence "Bud" Loucks, Esther “Jane” Tilton, and stepson of Jack Tilton, all of whom preceded him in death. He was also preceded in...

Richard William Patterson

Richard William Patterson

Jun 10, 2025

Richard William Patterson, 76, passed away peacefully at his home on June 10, 2025 after a long and courageous battle with illness. He was surrounded by love in his final moments, with his devoted wife by his side.Rick was a quiet yet strong presence, known for his dry wit, deep wisdom, and fierce loyalty to those he held dear. Though...

James Erich Elsass

James Erich Elsass

Jun 9, 2025

James Erich Elsass, 53, of Charlotte, NC passed away on Monday June 9, 2025 of heart disease. Jim Was born in Columbus, Ohio on March 8, 1972. He is the son of Don and Diana Elsass.

He attended Bexley Schools in Ohio and graduated from Ohio State University.

He is proceeded in death by brother, Scott T Elsass; cousins Eric Orendorff and...

Roberta Faye Annala

Roberta Faye Annala

Jun 8, 2025

Roberta Faye Annala, 68, of Charlotte passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

Services to be held in Michigan.

Online memories and condolences may be shared at www.KepnerFH.com

Thomas Alexander Gray

Thomas Alexander Gray

Jun 6, 2025

Thomas Alexander Gray, 89, passed away on Friday June 6, 2025.

No services have been scheduled at this time.

Online memories and condolences may be shared at www.KepnerFH.com

Paul Volpe

Paul Volpe

Jun 5, 2025

Paul Francis Volpe was born on February 27, 1948 and passed on June 5, 2025.

The first born son of Italian immigrants Frank Volpe and Christine Pensiero, Paul learned the craft of masonry from his father. He worked as a stone mason for nearly 50 years, creating walls, patios, and custom designs that improved homes and businesses. His work forever changed...

Donna McDonough

Donna McDonough

May 30, 2025

Donna Bee McDonough, 82, of Denver, NC passed away on May 30, 2025, after a long illness.

Donna was born in Mt. Vernon, NY on June 17, 1942, to the late Daniel Donald Conahan and Beatrice Elizabeth Conahan. Along with her parents Donna is preceded in death by Husband Harold McDonough, brother Michael Conahan, and sister Sharon Conahan Boling.

She is survived...

Audrey C Bass

Audrey C Bass

May 30, 2025

Audrey C. Bass, a beloved member of his family and community, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on August 29, 1934, Audrey lived a life marked by faith, dedication, love, and service.

A proud Army veteran, he carried his military experience with a sense of honor that resonated throughout his life. His commitment to...

William Allen Culbertson

William Allen Culbertson

May 29, 2025

William “Bill” Allen Culbertson November 9, 1939 – May 29, 2025

William “Bill” Allen Culbertson of Cornelius, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025, at the age of 85.

Born on November 9, 1939, in Greenwood, South Carolina, Bill lived a life full of service, adventure, faith, and love. He proudly served his country as a U.S. Navy veteran, with...

Shirley McMurray

Shirley McMurray

May 29, 2025

Shirley McMurray, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on May 29, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on February 23, 1949, Shirley dedicated much of her life to creating a loving and nurturing environment for her family. Though she spent the majority of her years in New Jersey, she embraced a new chapter in her life when...

Elizabeth Torrence Alexander

Elizabeth Torrence Alexander

May 29, 2025

Elizabeth Torrence Alexander, 88, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025 in Richmond, VA. “Liz” was born in Davidson, North Carolina on September 25, 1936, to Conrad Graham Torrence and Rosa Lee Torrence, nee Gant. She was the youngest of 3 daughters.

Liz is survived by her four children: Mark Alexander (Marianne) of Mint Hill, NC; Holly Woods (Bob) of Glen...

Robert John Shephard

Robert John Shephard

May 27, 2025

In Loving Memory of Robert "Bob" Shephard

June 17, 1953 – May 27, 2025

Bob passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones after a life full of deep devotion to family, loyal friendships, and countless shared laughs.

He is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 53 years, Carol Ann Shephard (Gehring), with whom he built a life of unwavering...

Donald Anthony Flynn

Donald Anthony Flynn

2025

Donald Anthony Flynn, a decorated Marine Corps veteran, NYPD officer, and retired FBI Special Agent, passed away peacefully at his son’s home in Cornelius, North Carolina, on May 25, 2025, at the age of 84. Born in 1940 in the Bronx, New York, Don lived a life marked by courage, service, and accomplishment.

Don was a lifelong public servant. He served...

Local Obituaries for the Lake Norman Community

Mark Allen Cunningham

Mark Allen Cunningham

Jun 19, 2025

Mark Allen Cunningham, 65, of Cornelius, North Carolina passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025. He was born in Gallipolis, Ohio, son of the late John and Jeannine Cunningham. He was the youngest of three siblings and father of two children.

Mark proudly served in the Army briefly as an Airborne Paratrooper before beginning his career in the automotive industry. As a...

Merthel Fields

Merthel Fields

Jun 14, 2025

Merthel “Dale” Fields, a devoted woman of God whose bright spirit and radiant smile brightened every room she entered, went peacefully to glory on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the age of 79, in her Cornelius, North Carolina home. Born December 17, 1945, in Bluffton, Georgia, to Grace Mincy and Claude McDowell, Dale learned early what it meant to serve...

Mary Lou McKain

Mary Lou McKain

Jun 14, 2025

Mary Lou Brady McKain, 97, of Wheeling, WV passed away June 14, 2025 at the home of her daughter in Troutman, NC. She was born July 23, 1927 in Jarvisville, WV, the daughter of the late Carl B. and Ruth L. Brady. The Bradys moved to nearby Wolf Summit, WV when she was a small child, where she spent a...

David Keith Jackson

David Keith Jackson

Jun 12, 2025

David Keith Jackson, 77, of Huntersville, NC passed away at 4:33am on June 12, 2025.

Keith was born in Valdese, NC on June 30, 1947 to the late Max Jesse Jackson and Marie Sprouse Jackson.

Keith was a jack-of-all-trades. He worked as a dye manufacturer, electronic technician, mason, builder, truck driver, mechanic, landscaper, retail salesman, and more besides. More importantly, he was...

Kathy Darlene Scercy

Kathy Darlene Scercy

Jun 11, 2025

Kathy Darlene (Mitchell) Scercy, a beloved wife, mother, stepmother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on September 28, 1952, in Charlotte, North Carolina, Kathy embraced life with open arms and a heart full of kindness.

Throughout her life, Kathy was known for her warm and welcoming personality. She never met a...

Kristi Smith

Kristi Smith

Jun 11, 2025

Kristi Noel Bumgarner Smith, a cherished educator, devoted family member, and beloved member of her community, left this world on June 11, 2025, enveloped in the warmth of her loved ones. Born on November 30, 1966, in Mooresville, NC, Kristi's journey through life was marked by her unwavering commitment to family, faith, and education.

From an early age, Kristi's passion for...

Vivian Nelson Aiello

Vivian Nelson Aiello

Jun 10, 2025

Vivian Nelson Aiello, 94, of Cornelius, NC passed away on June 10, 2025 at Levine & Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville.  Born June 09, 1931 in The Bronx, NY, Vivian had a long career as an administrator for West Milford High School in Milford, NJ.  For thirty years, Vivian resided in Tampa, FL before moving to Cornelius, NC, where she...

Kenneth James Loucks

Kenneth James Loucks

Jun 10, 2025

Kenneth “Ken” James Loucks, a cherished father and dear friend to many, peacefully departed this life on June 10, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Born on March 26, 1946, in Cleveland, Ohio.

Ken was the beloved son of Clarence "Bud" Loucks, Esther “Jane” Tilton, and stepson of Jack Tilton, all of whom preceded him in death. He was also preceded in...

Richard William Patterson

Richard William Patterson

Jun 10, 2025

Richard William Patterson, 76, passed away peacefully at his home on June 10, 2025 after a long and courageous battle with illness. He was surrounded by love in his final moments, with his devoted wife by his side.Rick was a quiet yet strong presence, known for his dry wit, deep wisdom, and fierce loyalty to those he held dear. Though...

James Erich Elsass

James Erich Elsass

Jun 9, 2025

James Erich Elsass, 53, of Charlotte, NC passed away on Monday June 9, 2025 of heart disease. Jim Was born in Columbus, Ohio on March 8, 1972. He is the son of Don and Diana Elsass.

He attended Bexley Schools in Ohio and graduated from Ohio State University.

He is proceeded in death by brother, Scott T Elsass; cousins Eric Orendorff and...

Roberta Faye Annala

Roberta Faye Annala

Jun 8, 2025

Roberta Faye Annala, 68, of Charlotte passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

Services to be held in Michigan.

Online memories and condolences may be shared at www.KepnerFH.com

Thomas Alexander Gray

Thomas Alexander Gray

Jun 6, 2025

Thomas Alexander Gray, 89, passed away on Friday June 6, 2025.

No services have been scheduled at this time.

Online memories and condolences may be shared at www.KepnerFH.com

Paul Volpe

Paul Volpe

Jun 5, 2025

Paul Francis Volpe was born on February 27, 1948 and passed on June 5, 2025.

The first born son of Italian immigrants Frank Volpe and Christine Pensiero, Paul learned the craft of masonry from his father. He worked as a stone mason for nearly 50 years, creating walls, patios, and custom designs that improved homes and businesses. His work forever changed...

Donna McDonough

Donna McDonough

May 30, 2025

Donna Bee McDonough, 82, of Denver, NC passed away on May 30, 2025, after a long illness.

Donna was born in Mt. Vernon, NY on June 17, 1942, to the late Daniel Donald Conahan and Beatrice Elizabeth Conahan. Along with her parents Donna is preceded in death by Husband Harold McDonough, brother Michael Conahan, and sister Sharon Conahan Boling.

She is survived...

Audrey C Bass

Audrey C Bass

May 30, 2025

Audrey C. Bass, a beloved member of his family and community, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on August 29, 1934, Audrey lived a life marked by faith, dedication, love, and service.

A proud Army veteran, he carried his military experience with a sense of honor that resonated throughout his life. His commitment to...

William Allen Culbertson

William Allen Culbertson

May 29, 2025

William “Bill” Allen Culbertson November 9, 1939 – May 29, 2025

William “Bill” Allen Culbertson of Cornelius, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025, at the age of 85.

Born on November 9, 1939, in Greenwood, South Carolina, Bill lived a life full of service, adventure, faith, and love. He proudly served his country as a U.S. Navy veteran, with...

Shirley McMurray

Shirley McMurray

May 29, 2025

Shirley McMurray, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on May 29, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on February 23, 1949, Shirley dedicated much of her life to creating a loving and nurturing environment for her family. Though she spent the majority of her years in New Jersey, she embraced a new chapter in her life when...

Elizabeth Torrence Alexander

Elizabeth Torrence Alexander

May 29, 2025

Elizabeth Torrence Alexander, 88, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025 in Richmond, VA. “Liz” was born in Davidson, North Carolina on September 25, 1936, to Conrad Graham Torrence and Rosa Lee Torrence, nee Gant. She was the youngest of 3 daughters.

Liz is survived by her four children: Mark Alexander (Marianne) of Mint Hill, NC; Holly Woods (Bob) of Glen...

Robert John Shephard

Robert John Shephard

May 27, 2025

In Loving Memory of Robert "Bob" Shephard

June 17, 1953 – May 27, 2025

Bob passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones after a life full of deep devotion to family, loyal friendships, and countless shared laughs.

He is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 53 years, Carol Ann Shephard (Gehring), with whom he built a life of unwavering...

Donald Anthony Flynn

Donald Anthony Flynn

2025

Donald Anthony Flynn, a decorated Marine Corps veteran, NYPD officer, and retired FBI Special Agent, passed away peacefully at his son’s home in Cornelius, North Carolina, on May 25, 2025, at the age of 84. Born in 1940 in the Bronx, New York, Don lived a life marked by courage, service, and accomplishment.

Don was a lifelong public servant. He served...