Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Huntersville & Denver in North Carolina

Elizabeth Blackwell

Elizabeth Blackwell

Aug 18, 2025

Elizabeth Baker Blackwell, 78, of Cornelius, NC passed away on August 18, 2025.

Please check back for a complete obituary.

The Blackwell family is under the care of Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home & Cremation Services.  Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.KepnerFH.com.

James D. Woodworth

James D. Woodworth

Aug 18, 2025

James D. Woodworth, 86, of Mooresville, NC passed away on August 18, 2025.

Services will be held in Conneaut, OH.

Saundra Spencer Weiss

Saundra Spencer Weiss

Aug 17, 2025

Saundra Spencer Weiss, 88, of Charlotte, NC passed away on August 17, 2025.

Services will be held in Ohio.

Camille Capretta Hess

Camille Capretta Hess

Aug 15, 2025

With love and gratitude for her life, the family of Camille Capretta Hess announces her peaceful passing at her home in Mooresville, North Carolina, on August 15, 2025. She was 78 years old.

Born on November 14, 1946, in Columbus, Ohio, to Robert and Mary (Waite) Capretta, Camille was a woman of deep Catholic faith, with unwavering devotion to her family,...

Verdie E. Higgins

Verdie E. Higgins

Aug 12, 2025

Verdie E. Higgins, 93, of Cornelius, NC passed away on August 12, 2025.

Services will be held in Indianapolis, IN.

Brian Christopher Cook

Brian Christopher Cook

Aug 11, 2025

Brian Christopher Cook, 57, of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away on August 11, 2025.

He was born in St. Louis, Missouri on January 10, 1968 to the late Dr. Dave G. Cook and Mrs. Geraldine Cook.

Brian was a baker at Publix Supermarkets and previously a customer service representative at Continental/United Airlines. He loved listening to music like Andreas Vollenweider, cooking meals...

Worth Terry Laney

Worth Terry Laney

Aug 9, 2025

Worth “Terry” Laney, 74, of Davidson, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly at home on August 9, 2025.

Terry was born in Virginia Beach, Virginia, on April 5, 1951, to the late Worth and Dorothy Laney (née Wilhelm). He was the youngest child and the first in his family to attend college. He studied sociology and religious studies at Wofford College in...

Jose Manuel Rivera Vega

Jose Manuel Rivera Vega

Aug 9, 2025

José Manuel Rivera Vega, 53 of Charlotte, NC

Passed away on August 9th, 2025.

Jose was born in Guanajuato, Mexico on January 11th, 1972.

The late Jose was preceded in death by J. Carmen Rivera and Lilia Vega, his parents. His brother J.

Carmen Rivera Vega. Along with his grandparents Hipólito Rivera García and Juana Quiroz Laguna

his grandparents.

He is survived by his wife Maria...

Colleen Butler Travis

Colleen Butler Travis

Aug 8, 2025

Colleen was a proud native of Saratoga Springs, New York, and a graduate of St. Peter’s Academy in 1965. Colleen lived in Mechanicville since 1978 and worked for the Mechanicville School System for years. She passed away after a short illness in hospice in Charlotte, North Carolina. She will be remembered as a devoted mother, grandmother, and loyal friend. She...

James Barker Raymer III

James Barker Raymer III

Aug 7, 2025

James Barker Raymer III

Husband • Father • Son • Brother • Uncle • Friend

November 23, 1977 – August 7, 2025

James “Jamie” Raymer passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 47 years old.

Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, on November 23, 1977, Jamie is survived by his wife, Bethany Raymer and children: Emelia, Theron, and...

Constance "Connie" Alice Ludoviconi

Constance "Connie" Alice Ludoviconi

Aug 7, 2025

In Loving Memory of Constance (Connie) Ludoviconi April 4, 1942 – August 7, 2025

Constance ( Connie) Ludoviconi, of Huntersville, NC, passed away at home peacefully and surrounded by family on August 7, 2025. She was the beloved wife of Louis Joseph Ludoviconi for 63 years. 

Constance (Connie) was born in New Haven, CT on April 4, 1942. She was the cherished daughter of...

Blake Carson Isaac Lugenbeel

Blake Carson Isaac Lugenbeel

Aug 5, 2025

On August 5, 2025, Blake Carson Isaac Lugenbeel finished his courageous battle with leukemia and stepped into his eternal home in Heaven. He was a beloved son, loving brother, cherished friend, and proud University of Tennessee student. He touched countless lives with his kindness, humor, faith, and passion for life. Blake faced leukemia with courage and grace, and his positive...

Molly Virginia Oldham

Molly Virginia Oldham

Aug 4, 2025

Molly Virginia Oldham, the beloved daughter of Dr. Dudley and Cornelia Oldham and sister of Gus Ronald Oldham, was born in Fort Worth, Texas and reared in Houston. She was proud of her Oldham heritage and spoke of it often. She contributed a beautifully written history of her immediate family to the Oldham Genealogy Book, which was created by cousin...

Diana "Lynn" Burrell

Diana "Lynn" Burrell

Aug 1, 2025

Diana Lynn Burrell, affectionately known as Lynn, passed away on August 1, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina, at the age of 74. Born on October 25, 1950, in Pontiac, Michigan, Lynn's life was one dedicated to love, learning, and the joy of nurturing family and community connections.

Lynn’s heart was firmly rooted in her career as a devoted elementary school teacher,...

Rosalyne L. Gatlin

Rosalyne L. Gatlin

Jul 30, 2025

Rosalyne L. Gatlin, 87, passed away on July 30, 2025.

Services will be held in Houston, TX.

Lisa Ann Thornburg

Lisa Ann Thornburg

Jul 27, 2025

Lisa Ann Thornburg, born on October 5, 1962, in Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, in Winston Salem, North Carolina. She was a beloved sister, and her gentle spirit left an indelible mark on all who knew her.

Lisa graduated from high school in Special Education classes, overcoming numerous challenges with a strength that showcased her resilience....

Logan Paul Sauer

Logan Paul Sauer

Jul 26, 2025

Logan Paul Sauer, 16, of Mooresville, North Carolina passed away July 26, 2025. He was born July 8, 2009 to Leah Sauer and Matt Sauer.

At a young age, Logan found his passions for music, fishing, and God. If he wasn’t fishing, you could find him surfing, skateboarding, or playing his bass guitar. His love for Jesus shone through every interaction....

Karter Mason Walker

Karter Mason Walker

Jul 26, 2025

Karter Mason Walker, a radiant soul who touched the hearts of everyone who knew him, left this world too soon on July 26, 2025. Born on December 28, 2021, in Columbia, South Carolina, Karter's brief time on Earth was filled with love, laughter, and moments to cherish forever.

From the very beginning, Karter was known for his beautiful hair and dazzling...

Andrew Sikso

Andrew Sikso

Jul 24, 2025

Andrew Charles Sikso of Charlotte NC, and previously of Latham, NY, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025. Born May 24,1934 in Hornell NY, Andrew was the son of the late Charles and Dorothy Sikso. Andrew married Frances Sikso on July 21,1956 and they were married for 67 years before her passing in 2024.

Andrew was a supervisor for AT&T for...

Brenda Sharon McKinley

Brenda Sharon McKinley

Jul 18, 2025

Brenda Sharon Johnson McKinley, born on May 15, 1945, was a cherished soul who left this world on July 18, 2025, after passing peacefully to her heavenly home to be with Jesus. As we remember her vibrant spirit, we are reminded of the love and warmth that she shared with all who were fortunate enough to cross her path.

Brenda was...

Local Obituaries for the Lake Norman Community

Elizabeth Blackwell

Elizabeth Blackwell

Aug 18, 2025

Elizabeth Baker Blackwell, 78, of Cornelius, NC passed away on August 18, 2025.

Please check back for a complete obituary.

The Blackwell family is under the care of Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home & Cremation Services.  Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.KepnerFH.com.

James D. Woodworth

James D. Woodworth

Aug 18, 2025

James D. Woodworth, 86, of Mooresville, NC passed away on August 18, 2025.

Services will be held in Conneaut, OH.

Saundra Spencer Weiss

Saundra Spencer Weiss

Aug 17, 2025

Saundra Spencer Weiss, 88, of Charlotte, NC passed away on August 17, 2025.

Services will be held in Ohio.

Camille Capretta Hess

Camille Capretta Hess

Aug 15, 2025

With love and gratitude for her life, the family of Camille Capretta Hess announces her peaceful passing at her home in Mooresville, North Carolina, on August 15, 2025. She was 78 years old.

Born on November 14, 1946, in Columbus, Ohio, to Robert and Mary (Waite) Capretta, Camille was a woman of deep Catholic faith, with unwavering devotion to her family,...

Verdie E. Higgins

Verdie E. Higgins

Aug 12, 2025

Verdie E. Higgins, 93, of Cornelius, NC passed away on August 12, 2025.

Services will be held in Indianapolis, IN.

Brian Christopher Cook

Brian Christopher Cook

Aug 11, 2025

Brian Christopher Cook, 57, of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away on August 11, 2025.

He was born in St. Louis, Missouri on January 10, 1968 to the late Dr. Dave G. Cook and Mrs. Geraldine Cook.

Brian was a baker at Publix Supermarkets and previously a customer service representative at Continental/United Airlines. He loved listening to music like Andreas Vollenweider, cooking meals...

Worth Terry Laney

Worth Terry Laney

Aug 9, 2025

Worth “Terry” Laney, 74, of Davidson, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly at home on August 9, 2025.

Terry was born in Virginia Beach, Virginia, on April 5, 1951, to the late Worth and Dorothy Laney (née Wilhelm). He was the youngest child and the first in his family to attend college. He studied sociology and religious studies at Wofford College in...

Jose Manuel Rivera Vega

Jose Manuel Rivera Vega

Aug 9, 2025

José Manuel Rivera Vega, 53 of Charlotte, NC

Passed away on August 9th, 2025.

Jose was born in Guanajuato, Mexico on January 11th, 1972.

The late Jose was preceded in death by J. Carmen Rivera and Lilia Vega, his parents. His brother J.

Carmen Rivera Vega. Along with his grandparents Hipólito Rivera García and Juana Quiroz Laguna

his grandparents.

He is survived by his wife Maria...

Colleen Butler Travis

Colleen Butler Travis

Aug 8, 2025

Colleen was a proud native of Saratoga Springs, New York, and a graduate of St. Peter’s Academy in 1965. Colleen lived in Mechanicville since 1978 and worked for the Mechanicville School System for years. She passed away after a short illness in hospice in Charlotte, North Carolina. She will be remembered as a devoted mother, grandmother, and loyal friend. She...

James Barker Raymer III

James Barker Raymer III

Aug 7, 2025

James Barker Raymer III

Husband • Father • Son • Brother • Uncle • Friend

November 23, 1977 – August 7, 2025

James “Jamie” Raymer passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 47 years old.

Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, on November 23, 1977, Jamie is survived by his wife, Bethany Raymer and children: Emelia, Theron, and...

Constance "Connie" Alice Ludoviconi

Constance "Connie" Alice Ludoviconi

Aug 7, 2025

In Loving Memory of Constance (Connie) Ludoviconi April 4, 1942 – August 7, 2025

Constance ( Connie) Ludoviconi, of Huntersville, NC, passed away at home peacefully and surrounded by family on August 7, 2025. She was the beloved wife of Louis Joseph Ludoviconi for 63 years. 

Constance (Connie) was born in New Haven, CT on April 4, 1942. She was the cherished daughter of...

Blake Carson Isaac Lugenbeel

Blake Carson Isaac Lugenbeel

Aug 5, 2025

On August 5, 2025, Blake Carson Isaac Lugenbeel finished his courageous battle with leukemia and stepped into his eternal home in Heaven. He was a beloved son, loving brother, cherished friend, and proud University of Tennessee student. He touched countless lives with his kindness, humor, faith, and passion for life. Blake faced leukemia with courage and grace, and his positive...

Molly Virginia Oldham

Molly Virginia Oldham

Aug 4, 2025

Molly Virginia Oldham, the beloved daughter of Dr. Dudley and Cornelia Oldham and sister of Gus Ronald Oldham, was born in Fort Worth, Texas and reared in Houston. She was proud of her Oldham heritage and spoke of it often. She contributed a beautifully written history of her immediate family to the Oldham Genealogy Book, which was created by cousin...

Diana "Lynn" Burrell

Diana "Lynn" Burrell

Aug 1, 2025

Diana Lynn Burrell, affectionately known as Lynn, passed away on August 1, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina, at the age of 74. Born on October 25, 1950, in Pontiac, Michigan, Lynn's life was one dedicated to love, learning, and the joy of nurturing family and community connections.

Lynn’s heart was firmly rooted in her career as a devoted elementary school teacher,...

Rosalyne L. Gatlin

Rosalyne L. Gatlin

Jul 30, 2025

Rosalyne L. Gatlin, 87, passed away on July 30, 2025.

Services will be held in Houston, TX.

Lisa Ann Thornburg

Lisa Ann Thornburg

Jul 27, 2025

Lisa Ann Thornburg, born on October 5, 1962, in Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, in Winston Salem, North Carolina. She was a beloved sister, and her gentle spirit left an indelible mark on all who knew her.

Lisa graduated from high school in Special Education classes, overcoming numerous challenges with a strength that showcased her resilience....

Logan Paul Sauer

Logan Paul Sauer

Jul 26, 2025

Logan Paul Sauer, 16, of Mooresville, North Carolina passed away July 26, 2025. He was born July 8, 2009 to Leah Sauer and Matt Sauer.

At a young age, Logan found his passions for music, fishing, and God. If he wasn’t fishing, you could find him surfing, skateboarding, or playing his bass guitar. His love for Jesus shone through every interaction....

Karter Mason Walker

Karter Mason Walker

Jul 26, 2025

Karter Mason Walker, a radiant soul who touched the hearts of everyone who knew him, left this world too soon on July 26, 2025. Born on December 28, 2021, in Columbia, South Carolina, Karter's brief time on Earth was filled with love, laughter, and moments to cherish forever.

From the very beginning, Karter was known for his beautiful hair and dazzling...

Andrew Sikso

Andrew Sikso

Jul 24, 2025

Andrew Charles Sikso of Charlotte NC, and previously of Latham, NY, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025. Born May 24,1934 in Hornell NY, Andrew was the son of the late Charles and Dorothy Sikso. Andrew married Frances Sikso on July 21,1956 and they were married for 67 years before her passing in 2024.

Andrew was a supervisor for AT&T for...

Brenda Sharon McKinley

Brenda Sharon McKinley

Jul 18, 2025

Brenda Sharon Johnson McKinley, born on May 15, 1945, was a cherished soul who left this world on July 18, 2025, after passing peacefully to her heavenly home to be with Jesus. As we remember her vibrant spirit, we are reminded of the love and warmth that she shared with all who were fortunate enough to cross her path.

Brenda was...