Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Huntersville & Denver in North Carolina

Blake Hunter Seefus

Blake Hunter Seefus

Jun 3, 2023

Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories.

Blake Hunter Seefus passed away unexpectedly at the age of 25 on June 3rd from natural causes. He brought a ray of sunshine to any room he walked into and had grown into such a strong young man. After graduating from the NASCAR Institute and the Porsche...

Jeffrey Lynn Ireland

Jeffrey Lynn Ireland

Jun 3, 2023

Jeff Ireland, 66, of Charlotte, North Carolina, left us on June 3, 2023. He was born on June 3, 1957, in Tecumseh, Michigan, to the late Edith “Tommi” Ireland and Elmer Ireland. Jeff was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Jeff was an incredibly supportive and dedicated family man....

Christine Ellis Kapakos

Christine Ellis Kapakos

May 30, 2023

Christine Ellis Kapakos, a cherished wife, mother, teacher, and entrepreneur, passed away on May 30th, 2023, at the age of 67. Her untimely departure has left a void in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Christine was born to Lawrence R Ellis Jr and Lillian Davis Ellis in Auburn, NY.  She graduated from Auburn High...

Ever Ariel Canales

Ever Ariel Canales

May 29, 2023

Ever Ariel Canales, 3 años, de Charlotte, falleció el lunes 29 de mayo de 2023.

La familia recibirá amigos y tendrá un funeral el jueves 1 de junio de 2023 de 6:00 p. m. a 9:00 p. m. en Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home en Huntersville.

Las condolencias en línea se pueden hacer en www.KepnerFH.com     Ever Ariel Canales, 3,...

Donna Ovelia Mathis

Donna Ovelia Mathis

May 29, 2023

Donna Ovelia Mathis, 63, of Cornelius, passed away on Monday, May 29, 2023. She was born in Polk County, Georgia on May 7, 1960, the daughter of the late Elouise Mosley Mathis. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, J.W. and Beatrice Ovelia Mosley; and great niece, Alydia Daniel.

Donna loved her career...

Alvin Russell Castilow, Jr.

Alvin Russell Castilow, Jr.

May 28, 2023

Alvin Russell Castilow, Jr passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, at Novant Hospital in Huntersville, NC on May 28, 2023 at the age of 85.

He is preceded in death by is wife of 61 years, Catherine “Kitty” (Freismuth) Castilow; parents, Alvin Russell and Anna (Kordack) Castilow; nephew, Timmy Freismuth.

Al is survived by his daughter Kathy...

Sterling Lemmond

Sterling Lemmond

May 28, 2023

Sterling Lee Lemmond, 81, of Huntersville, passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2023. He was born in Charlotte on June 9, 1941, the son of the late Cyrus Lee Lemmond and Beatrice Mary Hoover Lemmond.

Sterling was a charter member of Northdale Baptist Church and was known for checking in on his fellow Church members and ensuring everyone who needed...

Willie Mae Pearson

Willie Mae Pearson

May 27, 2023

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

John Keating

John Keating

May 27, 2023

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Maureen Haigney

Maureen Haigney

May 26, 2023

Maureen Frances Haigney (nee Walsh) passed away peacefully at the age of 84 on the evening of May 26, 2023 at Levine Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville, North Carolina.

Maureen was born April 30, 1939 in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, NY. She was the daughter of William and Mary Walsh and the youngest of her siblings William, Martin and Eileen Walsh....

David Christian Garbark

David Christian Garbark

May 19, 2023

David Christian Garbark, age 49, passed away unexpectedly on May 19, 2023 in New Bern, NC.  David was born in 1973 in Spartanburg, SC.  He was known for his bright spirit, kind heart filled with happiness, consideration for others, and love for his family and friends.

David married Deniece Huszar of Wheeling, West Virginia in 1994, and their ceremony was...

Caleb Theodore Farah

Caleb Theodore Farah

May 18, 2023

Caleb Theodore Farah, 32, of Huntersville, passed away on Thursday, May 18, 2023.

A full obituary will be available shortly.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, 11:00 AM, at Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home, Huntersville. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 10:00 - 11:00 AM.

Online condolences may be made at...

Francis J. Detchemendy

Francis J. Detchemendy

May 15, 2023

Francis “Dutch” Jules Detchemendy died May 15, 2023, at the age of 94. Dutch was born November 17, 1928 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late John Lewis and Stella Dorothy (Jarvis) Detchemendy.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Bebe (Ward) Detchemendy; his sister, Jean Malear and brother-in-law, Art Malear....

Harry I. Sollie

Harry I. Sollie

May 15, 2023

Harry I. Sollie, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend, passed away on May 15, 2023 in Mooresville, NC, at the age of 88. Harry formerly lived in Rochester and Hamilton, NY.

 

Harry was born to Harry and Mary Sollie in Great Bend, PA, and grew up in Hamilton. He was a star athlete in high school and in...

Mary Mahon Waggener

Mary Mahon Waggener

May 14, 2023

Mary “Tita” Mahon Waggener died May 14, 2023, in hospice care encircled by us, her daughters, who loved her fiercely. A 15-year survivor of pancreatic cancer, our mother was a miracle of resilience and a role model for grit and fortitude, believing wholeheartedly in the power of prayers and that God would never give her a burden she couldn’t shoulder.

...

Vance Cornelius McGee, Jr.

Vance Cornelius McGee, Jr.

May 14, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Vance Cornelius McGee, Jr., a devoted family man and retired naval commander who touched the lives of many during his distinguished career and beyond. Vance passed away peacefully on May 14, 2023 at the age of 92, surrounded by his loving family. 

Born on September 11, 1930 in Charlotte,...

Stephen Mark Hayes

Stephen Mark Hayes

May 13, 2023

In Loving Memory of Stephen Mark Hayes

It is with profound sadness that we announce the untimely passing of Mark Hayes, a dedicated paramedic who selflessly served the community of Charlotte, North Carolina. Mark, aged 53, tragically lost his life while carrying out his noble duties with Charlotte Medic. His departure on May 13th, 2023 has left a void in...

Raymond Eugene Chapman

Raymond Eugene Chapman

May 12, 2023

Raymond Eugene Chapman, a simple man who had a passion for woodwork and muscle cars, passed away on May 12, 2023, at the age of 72.  He was born on February 26, 1951, in Mecklenburg County to the late Melvin and Ophelia Chapman.  He is preceded in death by 2 brothers and 2 sisters.

Raymond served in the Army during...

Susan P. Timmermans

Susan P. Timmermans

May 11, 2023

Susan P Timmermans, 83, of Concord, NC, passed away on May 11, 2023.

Susan was born in Pontymister, Wales on October 27, 1939 to the late Royston Joseph Morris and Joan (Edmunds) Morris.

Along with her parents, Susan is preceded in death by her beloved Grandparents Violet and Thomas Edmunds.

Susan is survived by her sisters, Diana Benbow (Morris), Victoria...

Minako R. Moore

Minako R. Moore

Apr 30, 2023

Minako R. Moore, 96, of Huntersville, NC passed away on April 30, 2023. She was born in Japan on May 25, 1926 to the late Hahutaro and Watanuba Kokuhbun.

Along with her parents, Minako is preceded in death by her first husband John Emerson Rose; second husband, Charles Moore; and daughter, Lark Rose.

She is survived by her daughter Wanda...

Local Obituaries for the Lake Norman Community

Blake Hunter Seefus

Blake Hunter Seefus

Jun 3, 2023

Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories.

Blake Hunter Seefus passed away unexpectedly at the age of 25 on June 3rd from natural causes. He brought a ray of sunshine to any room he walked into and had grown into such a strong young man. After graduating from the NASCAR Institute and the Porsche...

Jeffrey Lynn Ireland

Jeffrey Lynn Ireland

Jun 3, 2023

Jeff Ireland, 66, of Charlotte, North Carolina, left us on June 3, 2023. He was born on June 3, 1957, in Tecumseh, Michigan, to the late Edith “Tommi” Ireland and Elmer Ireland. Jeff was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Jeff was an incredibly supportive and dedicated family man....

Christine Ellis Kapakos

Christine Ellis Kapakos

May 30, 2023

Christine Ellis Kapakos, a cherished wife, mother, teacher, and entrepreneur, passed away on May 30th, 2023, at the age of 67. Her untimely departure has left a void in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Christine was born to Lawrence R Ellis Jr and Lillian Davis Ellis in Auburn, NY.  She graduated from Auburn High...

Ever Ariel Canales

Ever Ariel Canales

May 29, 2023

Ever Ariel Canales, 3 años, de Charlotte, falleció el lunes 29 de mayo de 2023.

La familia recibirá amigos y tendrá un funeral el jueves 1 de junio de 2023 de 6:00 p. m. a 9:00 p. m. en Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home en Huntersville.

Las condolencias en línea se pueden hacer en www.KepnerFH.com     Ever Ariel Canales, 3,...

Donna Ovelia Mathis

Donna Ovelia Mathis

May 29, 2023

Donna Ovelia Mathis, 63, of Cornelius, passed away on Monday, May 29, 2023. She was born in Polk County, Georgia on May 7, 1960, the daughter of the late Elouise Mosley Mathis. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, J.W. and Beatrice Ovelia Mosley; and great niece, Alydia Daniel.

Donna loved her career...

Alvin Russell Castilow, Jr.

Alvin Russell Castilow, Jr.

May 28, 2023

Alvin Russell Castilow, Jr passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, at Novant Hospital in Huntersville, NC on May 28, 2023 at the age of 85.

He is preceded in death by is wife of 61 years, Catherine “Kitty” (Freismuth) Castilow; parents, Alvin Russell and Anna (Kordack) Castilow; nephew, Timmy Freismuth.

Al is survived by his daughter Kathy...

Sterling Lemmond

Sterling Lemmond

May 28, 2023

Sterling Lee Lemmond, 81, of Huntersville, passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2023. He was born in Charlotte on June 9, 1941, the son of the late Cyrus Lee Lemmond and Beatrice Mary Hoover Lemmond.

Sterling was a charter member of Northdale Baptist Church and was known for checking in on his fellow Church members and ensuring everyone who needed...

Willie Mae Pearson

Willie Mae Pearson

May 27, 2023

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

John Keating

John Keating

May 27, 2023

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Maureen Haigney

Maureen Haigney

May 26, 2023

Maureen Frances Haigney (nee Walsh) passed away peacefully at the age of 84 on the evening of May 26, 2023 at Levine Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville, North Carolina.

Maureen was born April 30, 1939 in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, NY. She was the daughter of William and Mary Walsh and the youngest of her siblings William, Martin and Eileen Walsh....

David Christian Garbark

David Christian Garbark

May 19, 2023

David Christian Garbark, age 49, passed away unexpectedly on May 19, 2023 in New Bern, NC.  David was born in 1973 in Spartanburg, SC.  He was known for his bright spirit, kind heart filled with happiness, consideration for others, and love for his family and friends.

David married Deniece Huszar of Wheeling, West Virginia in 1994, and their ceremony was...

Caleb Theodore Farah

Caleb Theodore Farah

May 18, 2023

Caleb Theodore Farah, 32, of Huntersville, passed away on Thursday, May 18, 2023.

A full obituary will be available shortly.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, 11:00 AM, at Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home, Huntersville. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 10:00 - 11:00 AM.

Online condolences may be made at...

Francis J. Detchemendy

Francis J. Detchemendy

May 15, 2023

Francis “Dutch” Jules Detchemendy died May 15, 2023, at the age of 94. Dutch was born November 17, 1928 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late John Lewis and Stella Dorothy (Jarvis) Detchemendy.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Bebe (Ward) Detchemendy; his sister, Jean Malear and brother-in-law, Art Malear....

Harry I. Sollie

Harry I. Sollie

May 15, 2023

Harry I. Sollie, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend, passed away on May 15, 2023 in Mooresville, NC, at the age of 88. Harry formerly lived in Rochester and Hamilton, NY.

 

Harry was born to Harry and Mary Sollie in Great Bend, PA, and grew up in Hamilton. He was a star athlete in high school and in...

Mary Mahon Waggener

Mary Mahon Waggener

May 14, 2023

Mary “Tita” Mahon Waggener died May 14, 2023, in hospice care encircled by us, her daughters, who loved her fiercely. A 15-year survivor of pancreatic cancer, our mother was a miracle of resilience and a role model for grit and fortitude, believing wholeheartedly in the power of prayers and that God would never give her a burden she couldn’t shoulder.

...

Vance Cornelius McGee, Jr.

Vance Cornelius McGee, Jr.

May 14, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Vance Cornelius McGee, Jr., a devoted family man and retired naval commander who touched the lives of many during his distinguished career and beyond. Vance passed away peacefully on May 14, 2023 at the age of 92, surrounded by his loving family. 

Born on September 11, 1930 in Charlotte,...

Stephen Mark Hayes

Stephen Mark Hayes

May 13, 2023

In Loving Memory of Stephen Mark Hayes

It is with profound sadness that we announce the untimely passing of Mark Hayes, a dedicated paramedic who selflessly served the community of Charlotte, North Carolina. Mark, aged 53, tragically lost his life while carrying out his noble duties with Charlotte Medic. His departure on May 13th, 2023 has left a void in...

Raymond Eugene Chapman

Raymond Eugene Chapman

May 12, 2023

Raymond Eugene Chapman, a simple man who had a passion for woodwork and muscle cars, passed away on May 12, 2023, at the age of 72.  He was born on February 26, 1951, in Mecklenburg County to the late Melvin and Ophelia Chapman.  He is preceded in death by 2 brothers and 2 sisters.

Raymond served in the Army during...

Susan P. Timmermans

Susan P. Timmermans

May 11, 2023

Susan P Timmermans, 83, of Concord, NC, passed away on May 11, 2023.

Susan was born in Pontymister, Wales on October 27, 1939 to the late Royston Joseph Morris and Joan (Edmunds) Morris.

Along with her parents, Susan is preceded in death by her beloved Grandparents Violet and Thomas Edmunds.

Susan is survived by her sisters, Diana Benbow (Morris), Victoria...

Minako R. Moore

Minako R. Moore

Apr 30, 2023

Minako R. Moore, 96, of Huntersville, NC passed away on April 30, 2023. She was born in Japan on May 25, 1926 to the late Hahutaro and Watanuba Kokuhbun.

Along with her parents, Minako is preceded in death by her first husband John Emerson Rose; second husband, Charles Moore; and daughter, Lark Rose.

She is survived by her daughter Wanda...