Obituaries
Alvin Dwight Nantz
Mar 7, 2025
Alvin Dwight Nantz, 69, a beloved husband, father, and cherished member of the community, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, in Mooresville, North Carolina. He was born on June 27, 1955, in Iredell County, NC, to William David Nantz and Lois Rachel Gibson Nantz who have preceded him in death. In addition to his parents, Alvin was preceded in...
Barbara Ann Holden
Mar 4, 2025
Barbara Ann Holden, formerly Brault, was born on October 26, 1949, in Hartford, Connecticut, and passed away on March 4, 2025, in Concord, North Carolina. She lived a life that was vibrant and full of love, embodying wit, strength, and a hardworking spirit that touched the hearts of everyone around her.
Barbara was an unwavering presence in her family, known for...
John Alfred Solimene, Jr.
Mar 3, 2025
John Alfred Solimene, Jr., 87, of Denver, NC passed away on March 3, 2025.
John was born in New York, NY on January 27, 1938 to the late John Alfred Solimene Sr. and Helen Sonar.
Along with his parents, John is preceded in death by his brothers Renato, Mario, and Alfred Solimene
He is survived by his wife Nancy; his three daughters Annmarie...
Willard C. Osburn III
Mar 2, 2025
Willard C. Osburn III, 68, of Cornelius, NC, passed away on March 2, 2025.
Willard was born in Stuart, VA on July 11, 1956 to the late Willard and Marthalea Osburn.
He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Barbara Osburn; son, Kellen Osburn (Karah); daughter, Jessica Osburn; sister, Neill Delaney (Bryan); two granddaughters, Adelei Osburn and Aubrey Osburn; and...
Holly Beth Downs
Mar 1, 2025
Holly Beth Downs, born on January 1, 1951, in Hartford, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and cherished memories. Holly graduated from Hamden High School and continued her education at Southern Connecticut State College, laying a strong foundation for her future endeavors.
For an impressive 35 years, Holly devoted herself to her...
William Edward Lee Krug
Mar 1, 2025
William Edward Lee Krug (Bill) was born October 7, 1935 in Honolulu, Hawaii to Edward L. Krug and Sophia (Pflugmacher)Krug. His death occurred on Saturday, March 1, 2025.
Due to some health issues his parents brought Bill back to the mainland in 1938. Because his father was career Air Force, Bill was able to obtain his schooling in various schools systems...
Rosemary Augusta Johnson
Feb 28, 2025
Rosemary Augusta (Faykosh) Johnson, age 85, of Cornelius, NC, formerly of Ford City, PA, passed away at her home on February 28, 2025. Rosemary was born in Ford City to Natalie (Cieply) and Lawrence Faykosh on September 27, 1939. She was a 1957 graduate and the first female class president of Ford City High School.
Rosemary met the love of her...
Wilma P. Taylor
Feb 27, 2025
Wilma P. Taylor, a cherished matriarch and devoted friend, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025, in Huntersville, North Carolina, at the age of 84. Born on June 6, 1940, in Mitchell County, NC, she was a pillar of strength and love throughout her life, fostering an environment where family and faith flourished.
A woman of profound faith and conviction, Wilma...
John Gill Holland
Feb 24, 2025
J. Gill Holland, Professor Emeritus at Davidson College, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2025 at the age of 88. Professor Holland was born October 15, 1936 to Dr. and Mrs. John G. Holland in Lynch, Kentucky and grew up in Lynchburg, Virginia. He graduated valedictorian from The Episcopal High School in Alexandria, Va. and studied English at Washington and...
Laura Shinn
Feb 23, 2025
Laura Pietsch Shinn of Huntersville, NC, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025. Born on October 28, 1947, in Hackensack, NJ, she was the daughter of Roger and Clara Pietsch. Laura spent her childhood traveling, living in places such as New Jersey, New York, Venezuela, and Singapore. She later moved to Denver, NC, where she raised her children.
Laura was a...
Detlef Wolfgang Jaekel
Feb 23, 2025
Detlef Wolfgang Jaekel, 74, of Huntersville, NC passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025.
Detlef was born in Prenzlau, Germany on January 16, 1951 to the late Herbert and Elfriede Jaekel. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by eight of his nine siblings. He is survived by Heidi Jaekel, his wife of 55 years and his older sister,...
Roger Porubsky
Feb 23, 2025
Roger Ludwig Porubsky, 83, of Huntersville, North Carolina, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, was called home to be with our Lord on February 23, 2025.
Roger was born in Milwaukee, WI on March 15, 1941 to the late Ludwig and Adele Porubsky. The oldest of seven, Roger married the love of his life when he was just 21...
William P. Reed, Jr.
Feb 21, 2025
William P. Reed Jr. (Bill), 70, died on February 21, 2025, in Davidson, North Carolina. He was born in Riverside, California on June 23rd,1954 to Phoebe Ann Hunt Reed and William Preston Reed. Bill traveled extensively with his Air Force family until moving to Atlanta, Georgia as a teenager when his father and mother retired. Bill graduated from Northside High...
Gregory Clifford Houser
Feb 20, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Gregory Houser, who left this world far too soon on February 20, 2025. Greg was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished son, and brother. He brought light and joy to everyone who knew him, radiating happiness and always being the life of the party.
Born on November 1, 1990, Greg was the beloved...
Nancy Ann Webb
Feb 19, 2025
Nancy Ann Webb, a beloved mother, wife, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on May 25, 1950, in Dayton, Ohio, Nancy was a vibrant spirit who brought light and laughter to everyone she encountered.
Nancy's love for connecting with others was evident in the ease with which she made new...
Eva Jane Nantz
Feb 19, 2025
Eva Jane Nantz, born on September 23, 1931, peacefully passed away on February 19, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering dedication. Jane's life was richly woven with family and faith; she was a devoted wife to her late husband, North Eugene Nantz, with whom she shared a loving marriage from 1950 until his passing in 1997....
Andrew Ole Heggen, Jr.
Feb 16, 2025
Andrew Ole Heggen, Jr., aged 72, passed away on February 16, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Born on July 11, 1952, in Troy, New York, Andrew was a devoted husband, father, brother, and grandfather who left an indelible mark on all those who had the privilege of knowing him.
Educated at Averill Park High School and furthering his craft at Watervliet...
Steven Paul Humpal
Feb 15, 2025
In Loving Memory of Steven Paul Humpal
April 24, 1975 – February 15, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Steven Paul Humpal, age 49, of Davidson, North Carolina, on February 15, 2025. He was a devoted son, father, husband, brother, and friend.
Steve was preceded in death by his mother, Kelly Humpal, whose influence shaped his steadfast...
Linda McLaughlin
Feb 11, 2025
Linda Overbey McLaughlin, 80, of Huntersville, North Carolina passed away on February 11, 2025.
Linda was born in Johnson City, Tennessee on September 13, 1944 to the late John William Overbey and Dorothy Robertson Overbey.
Along with her parents, Linda is preceded in death by her brother, John William Overbey (Bill).
Linda is survived by her husband, Philip Michael McLaughlin (Mike) of 58...
Paul "Ken" Kenneth Hageman
Feb 9, 2025
Paul Kenneth Hageman, known to his family and friends as Ken, was born on October 15, 1946, in Danville, Illinois. He passed away on February 9, 2025, surrounded by family in Statesville, North Carolina, after courageously fighting Multiple Myeloma for 13 years. Throughout his journey, Ken remained committed to contributing to cancer research by participating in clinical drug studies, demonstrating...
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