Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Huntersville & Denver in North Carolina

Jon E. Vachow

Feb 15, 2024

Jon E. Vachow, 81, of Cornelius, North Carolina passed away on February 15, 2024.

Jon was born in Cheboygan, Michigan on January 29, 1943 to the late Leo and Jean Seward Vachow. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by brothers James Vachow (Danielle) and Kevin Vachow.

Jon grew up in Mackinaw City, Michigan. He continued to have a passion...

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Samuel Philip Catalano

Feb 10, 2024

To sum up Sam Catalano’s life in a few paragraphs is incredibly difficult. As we sit here drafting this, it is Sam we wish we could ask to proofread and find the words we can’t quite place, for he was an amazing wealth of knowledge that we called upon regularly. The most important message we want to convey is that...

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Darlene Sue Radeschi

Feb 9, 2024

Darlene Sue Radeschi, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and talented artist, passed away peacefully on February 9th, 2024 in Denver, NC. She was born on May 30th, 1947 in Yonkers, NY to the late Chester Arthur Pierce and Irene Pierce. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd Christopher Radeschi, Sr.

Darlene was...

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William Charles Darnell

Feb 7, 2024

William "Billy" Charles Darnell, 85, of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away on February 7, 2024.

Billy was born in Charlotte on July 24, 1938 to the late William Henry Darnell and Annie Mae Kinley Darnell. In addition to his parents, Billy was preceded in death by his wife, Carol Messer Darnell; son, Michael David Darnell; brother Calvin Darnell; and sister, Sophia...

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Ann Marie Bremen

Feb 7, 2024

Ann Marie Bremen, 95, of Cornelius, North Carolina passed away February 7, 2024.

Ann was born in Jackson Heights, New York on June 13, 1928 to the late Harry and Mary Regan McDevitt. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Bremen; son, Thomas; brother, Joe (Mary) and sister, Lorraine (Gilbert).

Ann was a dedicated wife,...

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Dr. Samuel Hutson Hay

Feb 6, 2024

Long-term Pines resident Sam Hay died shortly before midnight on February 6, 2024, surrounded by two of his sons and daughters-in-law.

Born September 10, 1924 in Brevard, NC to Presbyterian minister John R. Hay and his mother Sara Craig Hay, Sam Hay grew up in Hickory, graduating from Hickory High School in 1941. He then moved on to Davidson College, graduating in...

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Deborah Susan Martin

Jan 29, 2024

Deborah Martin, age 63, died unexpectedly on January 29, 2024.

Deborah Susan Rush was born December 29, 1960 to Richard L. Rush and Anne C. Rush. She is survived by her three children: Alexandra Paterson, Sean Paterson, and Taylor Paterson; her granddaughter Willow Paterson; her father Richard Rush; her sister Rebecca Rush-Peet MD; and her brother R. Stephen Rush.

A daughter, sister,...

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Mildred Brechter Edwards

Jan 28, 2024

Mildred M Edwards, age 93, longtime resident of Huntersville NC, died Sunday, January 28, 2024 peacefully at home.

She was born July 6, 1930 in Brooklyn NY, the daughter of late Karl Brechter and Marie Glasbrenner Brechter. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Henry Louis Edwards and son, Ralph Bruce Edwards.

Mildred was an active...

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Wayne Ezelle Briley

Jan 28, 2024

Wayne Ezelle Briley, a beloved investment broker, passed away on January 28, 2024, in Concord, NC. He was born on August 12, 1938, in Hassell, NC to his late parents Ezelle Briley and Gladys Purvis Briley. Wayne's contagious smile and kind-hearted nature touched the lives of all who knew him.

Wayne led a fulfilling life dedicated to serving others. After graduating...

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Brenda Landis

Jan 27, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Brenda Landis on January 27, 2024. Born on February 11, 1945, Brenda left an unforgettable mark on all those who were fortunate enough to know her. She lived a life characterized by deep love for her family and unwavering faith.She is lovingly remembered by her son, Roger Landis; daughter-in-law,...

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Sarah Howie Sigmon

Jan 25, 2024

Sarah Lee Howie Sigmon, 83, of Denver, North Carolina passed away January 25, 2024 at her residence.

She was born on June 16, 1940 in Gaston County to the late Walter Howie and Edna Mullins Howie. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by four sisters and one brother.

Sarah is survived by her husband of 64 years, Robert...

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Frieda Schaffer

Jan 24, 2024

Frieda E. Schaffer passed away on Wednesday January 24, 2024 to join her husband Albert, her parents George and Mary Ewers, and her sisters and brother in heaven.

Frieda was born on February 7, 1928 in St.Anthony,Mo and she loved growing up there and going back for visits.

She is survived by her sisters, Victoria Ewers, Mary Struemph, sister in law Patsy...

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Robert Scot Crowder

Jan 17, 2024

Robert “Scot” Crowder of Cornelius, NC passed away on January 17th, 2024 at the age of 52. Scot was born in the Portsmouth Naval Hospital in Virginia on March 10th, 1971. He graduated from ECU with honors and was employed at TIAA.

He is survived by his wife Crystal, his children Liz and Nick, his parents Bob & Cindy Crowder, his...

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Raymond "Sonny" Wilson Dove III

Jan 16, 2024

Raymond "Sonny" Wilson Dove III, a loving and caring individual, passed away on January 16, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of devotion and protection. Sonny was born on May 15, 1951, in Mecklenburg County. As a caregiver to his mother during her years of illness, he exemplified the true meaning of dedication and selflessness. His strong bond with his family,...

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Raylen Mackenzie Carr

Jan 15, 2024

Raylen Mackenzie Carr, 26 weeks, of Charlotte, NC passed away on January 15, 2024 at 7:13am.

Raylen was born in Charlotte, NC on January 15, 2024 to Franchesca Clark and Ra’Quon Carr.

She is preceded in death by her brother Messiah Clark.

She is survived by parents Franchesca Clark, and Ra’Quon, Carr and siblings Ayden Smith (10), Skyler Carr (5), Jeremiah Knox (2);...

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Donald Raymond Twyman

Jan 14, 2024

Donald Raymond Twyman, widely known as Don, passed away peacefully at his home in Cornelius on January 14, 2024. He was born on February 6, 1939, in Detroit, Michigan to L. Raymond Twyman and Olga Zwermann Twyman. Don's passing is mourned by his beloved wife of 47 years, Patricia N. Twyman, their children Donald R. Twyman Jr. and Stephen C....

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Vickie Waggoner

Jan 12, 2024

Vickie Reynolds Waggoner died January 12, 2024, one day shy of her 66th birthday at the Skilled Nursing Facility in Cornelius, NC very near her home in Huntersville NC. She was born in Charlotte, NC on January 13, 1958 to Ralph and Jackie Reynolds. She is survived by her husband Bill, daughter Lauren and husband Shawn and two twins...

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Cheryl Ann McElroy

Jan 11, 2024

Cheryl A. McElroy, 69, of Huntersville, NC (formerly of Saugerties, NY) passed away surrounded by loved ones on January 11, 2024 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Cheryl was born in Fountain Hill, PA on May 27, 1954 to the late Irene (Krupa) McElroy and Mahlon McElroy.

Cheryl worked many years as a manager in the cement industry. She...

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Katie Flavin Clark

Jan 11, 2024

Katie Ann Flavin Clark, 45, passed away on January 11, 2024 after a brief illness. She died peacefully at Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, NC, surrounded by her family.

Katie was born in Boston, MA and grew up in Lynn, Massachusetts, the daughter of Richard J. and the late Eleanor E. Flavin. She attended Lynn Public Schools and graduated...

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Carlyle Hart

Jan 9, 2024

Matthew 6:25-27

“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father...

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