Obituaries
Martin Michael Rooney
Oct 25, 2025
Martin M. Rooney, age 81, of Huntersville, North Carolina, formerly of Sayreville, New Jersey, and Stuart, Florida, passed away peacefully in the morning of October 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, on November 17, 1943, son of the late Martin and Esther Rooney. Martin grew up in Jersey City and attended St....
George Walter Searle
Oct 24, 2025
George Walter Searle, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025, at the age of 67.
Born on March 4, 1958, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to Walter Kempton Searle and Klara Barskrind Searle, George spent his early years surrounded by the ocean—surfing and playing futbol amid the vibrant culture and warmth of his beloved hometown.
In...
James William McKeown III
Oct 22, 2025
James W. "Jim" McKeown IIIJune 30, 1932 - October 22, 2025
On October 22, after a brief illness, James W. "Jim" McKeown III passed away peacefully at the age of 93, surrounded by love and family. To those who knew him best, he was affectionately known as Dad, Uncle Bubba, Granddaddy Jim, or Great Granddaddy - a man whose warmth, faith,...
Patricia McCall Good
Oct 20, 2025
Patricia “Patsy” McCall Good, 83, of Denver, North Carolina, peacefully passed away in the morning hours of October 20, 2025, surrounded by love and comfort.
Patricia was born on September 7, 1942, in Morganton, North Carolina, to Anna Belle Causby McCall and Clyde Osborne McCall. Though born in North Carolina, she grew up in Hampton, Virginia, and always held a deep...
Louise Kittle
Oct 18, 2025
Louise Nora Kittle, born on January 11, 1955, in Queens, NY, departed this life on October 18, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. A devoted mother and grandmother, Louise's greatest joy was her family, particularly her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her beloved son, William Bauer, and his wife, Melissa Kelly; her daughter, Michele...
Jeffry Hughes Hall
Oct 15, 2025
Jeffry Hughes Hall, 71, of Denver, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on October 15th, 2025.
Born on April 17, 1954, in Charleston, West Virginia, Jeff was the son of the late Maynard Edwin Hall and Betty Hughes Hall of St. Albans.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Deborah Lancianese Hall; his cherished daughters, Dr. Meghan Elizabeth Hall and Jessica...
Gale Roberson Watson
Oct 13, 2025
Gale Roberson Watson, 76, of Davidson, North Carolina passed away on October 13, 2025 due to Alzheimer’s disease.
Gale was born in Talladega, Alabama on July 10, 1949 to the late Edwin and Pauline Roberson. Along with her parents, Gale was preceded in death by her sister, Peggy Roberson Russell. She is survived by her daughter, Donna Watson Sobotkin; stepson, Christian...
Helen Lois Hughes
Oct 12, 2025
Helen “Lois” Hughes, age 87, of Huntersville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully in the hospital on October 12, 2025. Born in Camden, New Jersey to Walter and Helen Cassel, Lois lived a life full of love, creativity, and devotion to her family.
Lois—Mom to us—shared 46 beautiful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Fritz Hughes. Dad passed away in 2004,...
Sandra "Sandy" Morris Graham
Oct 12, 2025
Sandra "Sandy" Louise Graham, affectionately known by her grandchildren as "Grahammy", 79, of Denver, North Carolina peacefully passed away surrounded by loved ones on October 12, 2025.
Sandy’s grandmother Mary Margaret, grandfather Walter Freese, mother Verna Mae Morris, father Robert Pearl Morris, brother Gary Morris and Aunt Pattie Morris preceded her in death.
Sandy is survived by her husband, Wilfred Allen Graham,...
Jason Hunter Darwin
Oct 9, 2025
Jason Hunter Darwin, 49, of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away on October 9, 2025. Jason was born in Charlotte on September 3, 1976 to David Eugene Darwin and Nancy Carolyn Brown Darwin. Along with his parents, he is survived by his daughters, Caroline Darwin, 21, Isabelle Darwin,18 and his brother, David Eugene Darwin Jr.
Jason graduated from West Mecklenburg High School...
Thomas Henry Snyder
Oct 6, 2025
Thomas “Tom” Henry Snyder, 78, of Cornelius, North Carolina passed away on Monday, October 6th, 2025. Tom was born July 15th, 1947 in Plainfield, New Jersey to Donald and Elsie Snyder.
Tom was a lover of aviation, boating, or anything outdoors; even if it was just taking his dog Neo down to the water. He also loved challenging his family to...
Antonius Cornelis Ammerlaan
Oct 6, 2025
AmmerlaanAntonius Cornelis Franciscusborn:Amsterdam, the NetherlandsEarth N 52° 21.510´ E 04° 54.93´AD 1933.03.19 09:00:00husband ofJohanna Maria VosBreda, NL AD 1938.09.24father ofMarc, Mariel, Edwin, Brian, Erik, Michaelhis soul left his body:Statesville, NC USAEarth N 35° 48.012´ W 80° 52.746´AD 2025.10.06 14:05:00
Life History
Growing up and Schools 1933-1966
Antonius, or Ton as he was known, was the eldest son of healthy, caring, competent parents, with...
Theresa Smith
Oct 2, 2025
Theresa Smith, 84, of Mooresville, North Carolina passed away peacefully in the arms of her beloved life partner, Paul Taylor.
She was born January 25, 1941 in Germany to the late Georg Rappolder and Magdalena Erber Rappolder.
Theresa is survived by her loving life partner of 37 years, Paul Taylor; sisters, Magdalena Hamscha and Berta Matsick; dearest friends, Barbara McArthur and Linda...
Richard Anthony Nuttall
Sep 28, 2025
Richard A. Nuttall, 68, of Conover, North Carolina passed away September 28, 2025.
He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on May 12, 1957 to the late Jack Alvin Nuttall and Charmon Ione O'Neil Nuttall.
Ric was an excellent photographer having his work displayed in ten magazines.
He is survived by his brother Jocko and wife Angela.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Raymer-Kepner Funeral...
Preston Wayne Pugh
Sep 28, 2025
Preston Pugh, 79, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025, surrounded by family and caretakers who loved him immensely.
Born in Lynchburg, VA, Preston grew up there with his parents, sister and lots of aunts, uncles and cousins. He lived his adult life in Richmond, VA, as a husband, girl dad, retired Marine reservist, IT developer, amateur car mechanic, and a...
Preston Pugh
Sep 28, 2025
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Carl Richard Canipe Jr.
Sep 24, 2025
Carl Richard “Ricky” Canipe Jr.
Rick, 59, of China Grove, NC died Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Born January 7, 1966 in Mecklenburg County, he was a son of the late Carl Richard Canipe and Donna Hopkins Gordon. Rick has worked for Estes Express Lines for the past 32 years as a Diesel Mechanic and Shop Foreman. Ricky enjoyed watching Nascar races,...
Christina Louise Ankrom
Sep 24, 2025
Christina Louise Ankrom, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, niece, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, at the age of 49. She was born on November 18, 1975, and lived most of her life in Rifton, New York. In 2018, she moved with her family to Cornelius, North Carolina, where she embraced a new chapter with her same radiant...
John William Phuntek
Sep 23, 2025
John William Phuntek “PapPap”, 85, of Denver, NC went home to be with the Lord on September 23, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born September 12, 1940, in Connellsville, PA John was the middle of three children to the late Arthur and Katherine Phuntek.
Upon graduating from Connellsville High School John served two years in the United States Army. In 1965...
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