Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Huntersville & Denver in North Carolina

Fawkia Saleh Mekky

Fawkia Saleh Mekky

Jan 12, 2025

Fawkia Saleh Mekky, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on September 1,1941, in Cairo, Egypt, Fawkia brought joy and laughter to all who had the pleasure of knowing her. With a Masters degree in Accounting, she had a sharp intellect that she often applied to her professional...

Douglas Greenlee

Douglas Greenlee

Jan 11, 2025

Douglas Greenlee, 77, of Huntersville, passed away January 11, 2025.

 Services will be privately held with the family.

Jennifer Mimma Jones

Jennifer Mimma Jones

Jan 11, 2025

Jennifer Mimma Jones, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on January 11, 2025, at the age of 56. 

Born on July 4, 1968, in Brooklyn, NY, Jennifer was a firecracker who brought light and warmth to everyone around her. She grew up and spent most of her time in New Jersey, before relocating...

Lawrence Kimbrough

Lawrence Kimbrough

Jan 10, 2025

Lawrence Maury Kimbrough, 83, a lifelong resident of Davidson, graduate of Davidson College, and skilled promoter of the region's development as a farsighted banker and philanthropist, died Jan. 10, 2025 of advanced dementia. 

Lawrence had an energetic spirit, a keen mind, and an empathetic heart. In his time, he worked hard, achieved success, and gave generously. Overall, Lawrence made an impact...

Ellen Johnson

Ellen Johnson

Jan 9, 2025

Ellen Louise (Hixson) Johnson, 89, of Cornelius, NC passed away on January 9, 2025.

Ellen was born in Minneapolis, MN on May 18, 1935 to the late James Everett Hixson and Edith Beatrice (Jaeger) Hixson. Along with her parents, she is preceeded in death by her husband, Donald James Johnson, her sister, Carol Anne Baune and Carol’s son Daniel Baune. She...

Shirley Gillespie Couch

Shirley Gillespie Couch

Jan 8, 2025

Shirley Gillespie Couch, 89, of Davidson, died January 8, 2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus. A cherished wife, devoted mother, and loving grammy, Shirley will be deeply missed by all who knew her. 

She was born on October 17, 1935 in New Holland, Georgia to Sarah Wilson and Joseph Wesley Gillespie. Shirley was married to Thomas William Couch on August 26, 1956...

Edward Crump

Edward Crump

Jan 8, 2025

Edward Cleveland Crump, born on July 17, 1948, passed away on January , 2025

Edward is survived by his daughter Michelle Crump, three brothers: Roy, Stephen, and Tony Crump. He is also survived by three sisters: Terrie Turner, Cynthia Caudle, and Debbie Boyer and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Johnny and Eugenia Crump.

Visitation will be...

Barbara Hollomon

Barbara Hollomon

Jan 8, 2025

Services will be privately held with the family.

Dominic Paul Theodossiou

Dominic Paul Theodossiou

Jan 6, 2025

Dominic Paul Theodossiou, a man whose laughter filled the room and joyfully echoed in the hearts of many, passed away on January 6, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on July 11, 1963, he was an extraordinary blend of warmth, humor, and love—a true party starter who knew how to enjoy life to the fullest.

Some may say Dominic was...

Mary Jordan

Mary Jordan

Jan 4, 2025

Mary Jordan passed away on January 4, 2025 in Huntersville, NC.

Please check back for full obituary.

Mary Lynn Whitman

Mary Lynn Whitman

Jan 3, 2025

Mary Lynn Whitman, formerly of Davidson, NC, passed away on January 3rd, 2025, at the age of 74. She was a resident of Preston House Memory Care in Charlotte at the time of her death. 

Mary Lynn was born in Dayton, OH. Her family lived in California for a short time then moved to Orlando, FL, where she grew up. She...

Maria "Vicki" Washburn

Maria "Vicki" Washburn

Dec 31, 2024

Maria “Vicki” Washburn (née Mata-Jimenez) passed away on December 31st, 2024 at the age of 78 after a productive life filled with love and laughter. She was a resident of Jacksonville, FL. Vicki was cherished by family and friends for her sense of humor and vibrant nature.

Vicki was born on April 27, 1946 in San José, Costa Rica to Hermogenes...

Kristina Korobova-Douglas

Kristina Korobova-Douglas

Dec 31, 2024

With hearts full of both sorrow and gratitude, we share the passing of Kristina Korobova-Douglas, 42, of Denver, NC, on December 31, 2024. Kristina was a devoted wife, loving mother, beloved daughter, cherished sister, and faithful servant of Jesus Christ, whose life was a radiant example of selflessness, kindness, and love.

Kristina was born on January 17, 1982, in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan,...

Genevieve "Gege" Gabriel

Genevieve "Gege" Gabriel

Dec 31, 2024

Genevieve "Gege" Phillips Gabriel, 67, of Denver, NC passed away peacefully the morning of December 31, with the love of her family around her.

Gege was born in Cincinnati, OH on February 4, 1957.  She was a proud graduate of Withrow High School, Class of '75, where she was remembered for her bright smile, big heart, love of dance, and her...

Shannon Michael Swank

Shannon Michael Swank

Dec 28, 2024

Shannon Michael Swank, born on December 6, 1967, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024. He was a kind and loving soul who touched the lives of many throughout his journey.

Shannon devoted eight years of his life to working at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, VA.  He also contributed his efforts at Walmart in Hampton, VA, and more recently within the...

Shirley Flora May Alexander

Shirley Flora May Alexander

Dec 27, 2024

Shirley Weise Alexander, 83, passed away December 27, 2024.

A completed obituary will available shortly.

A visitation will be held Saturday, January 11, 2024 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm at Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home. A memorial service will follow the visitation at 2:00pm.

John MacInnis

John MacInnis

Dec 24, 2024

John W MacInnis III of Huntersville North Carolina passed away on December 24, 2024. Formally from Long Island NY 

He is proceeded in death by his parents, John William MacInnis II and Betty L Young and a Nephew Joseph W Sullivan. 

John was an aviation technician and upholster. He loved the outdoors and spending time at Sagamore Hill. He found much joy...

Robert R. McRae

Robert R. McRae

Dec 23, 2024

Robert R. McRae, 57, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2024. 

A full obituary will be available soon. 

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, 11:00 AM, at Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home in Huntersville. A Repast will be held immediately following the service.

Online memories and condolences may be shared at www.KepnerFH.com 

Samuel Clair Cheuvront

Samuel Clair Cheuvront

Dec 23, 2024

It is with sadness and great reverence that we announce the passing of Samuel Clair Cheuvront of Charlotte, NC, formerly of Coraopolis, PA, on December 23rd, 2024. He was 90 years old. 

Samuel was born in Sewickley, PA on July 8, 1934 to the late George Washington Cheuvront and Florence Esther Graver. He grew up with four sisters, and, as the...

Beatrice Bilodeau

Beatrice Bilodeau

Dec 19, 2024

Beatrice Bilodeau, 91, passed away on December 19, 2024.

Services will be held privately by the family.

Please feel free to leave condolences and fond memories in the guestbook for Mrs. Bilodeau.

Local Obituaries for the Lake Norman Community

Fawkia Saleh Mekky

Fawkia Saleh Mekky

Jan 12, 2025

Fawkia Saleh Mekky, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on September 1,1941, in Cairo, Egypt, Fawkia brought joy and laughter to all who had the pleasure of knowing her. With a Masters degree in Accounting, she had a sharp intellect that she often applied to her professional...

Douglas Greenlee

Douglas Greenlee

Jan 11, 2025

Douglas Greenlee, 77, of Huntersville, passed away January 11, 2025.

 Services will be privately held with the family.

Jennifer Mimma Jones

Jennifer Mimma Jones

Jan 11, 2025

Jennifer Mimma Jones, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on January 11, 2025, at the age of 56. 

Born on July 4, 1968, in Brooklyn, NY, Jennifer was a firecracker who brought light and warmth to everyone around her. She grew up and spent most of her time in New Jersey, before relocating...

Lawrence Kimbrough

Lawrence Kimbrough

Jan 10, 2025

Lawrence Maury Kimbrough, 83, a lifelong resident of Davidson, graduate of Davidson College, and skilled promoter of the region's development as a farsighted banker and philanthropist, died Jan. 10, 2025 of advanced dementia. 

Lawrence had an energetic spirit, a keen mind, and an empathetic heart. In his time, he worked hard, achieved success, and gave generously. Overall, Lawrence made an impact...

Ellen Johnson

Ellen Johnson

Jan 9, 2025

Ellen Louise (Hixson) Johnson, 89, of Cornelius, NC passed away on January 9, 2025.

Ellen was born in Minneapolis, MN on May 18, 1935 to the late James Everett Hixson and Edith Beatrice (Jaeger) Hixson. Along with her parents, she is preceeded in death by her husband, Donald James Johnson, her sister, Carol Anne Baune and Carol’s son Daniel Baune. She...

Shirley Gillespie Couch

Shirley Gillespie Couch

Jan 8, 2025

Shirley Gillespie Couch, 89, of Davidson, died January 8, 2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus. A cherished wife, devoted mother, and loving grammy, Shirley will be deeply missed by all who knew her. 

She was born on October 17, 1935 in New Holland, Georgia to Sarah Wilson and Joseph Wesley Gillespie. Shirley was married to Thomas William Couch on August 26, 1956...

Edward Crump

Edward Crump

Jan 8, 2025

Edward Cleveland Crump, born on July 17, 1948, passed away on January , 2025

Edward is survived by his daughter Michelle Crump, three brothers: Roy, Stephen, and Tony Crump. He is also survived by three sisters: Terrie Turner, Cynthia Caudle, and Debbie Boyer and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Johnny and Eugenia Crump.

Visitation will be...

Barbara Hollomon

Barbara Hollomon

Jan 8, 2025

Services will be privately held with the family.

Dominic Paul Theodossiou

Dominic Paul Theodossiou

Jan 6, 2025

Dominic Paul Theodossiou, a man whose laughter filled the room and joyfully echoed in the hearts of many, passed away on January 6, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on July 11, 1963, he was an extraordinary blend of warmth, humor, and love—a true party starter who knew how to enjoy life to the fullest.

Some may say Dominic was...

Mary Jordan

Mary Jordan

Jan 4, 2025

Mary Jordan passed away on January 4, 2025 in Huntersville, NC.

Please check back for full obituary.

Mary Lynn Whitman

Mary Lynn Whitman

Jan 3, 2025

Mary Lynn Whitman, formerly of Davidson, NC, passed away on January 3rd, 2025, at the age of 74. She was a resident of Preston House Memory Care in Charlotte at the time of her death. 

Mary Lynn was born in Dayton, OH. Her family lived in California for a short time then moved to Orlando, FL, where she grew up. She...

Maria "Vicki" Washburn

Maria "Vicki" Washburn

Dec 31, 2024

Maria “Vicki” Washburn (née Mata-Jimenez) passed away on December 31st, 2024 at the age of 78 after a productive life filled with love and laughter. She was a resident of Jacksonville, FL. Vicki was cherished by family and friends for her sense of humor and vibrant nature.

Vicki was born on April 27, 1946 in San José, Costa Rica to Hermogenes...

Kristina Korobova-Douglas

Kristina Korobova-Douglas

Dec 31, 2024

With hearts full of both sorrow and gratitude, we share the passing of Kristina Korobova-Douglas, 42, of Denver, NC, on December 31, 2024. Kristina was a devoted wife, loving mother, beloved daughter, cherished sister, and faithful servant of Jesus Christ, whose life was a radiant example of selflessness, kindness, and love.

Kristina was born on January 17, 1982, in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan,...

Genevieve "Gege" Gabriel

Genevieve "Gege" Gabriel

Dec 31, 2024

Genevieve "Gege" Phillips Gabriel, 67, of Denver, NC passed away peacefully the morning of December 31, with the love of her family around her.

Gege was born in Cincinnati, OH on February 4, 1957.  She was a proud graduate of Withrow High School, Class of '75, where she was remembered for her bright smile, big heart, love of dance, and her...

Shannon Michael Swank

Shannon Michael Swank

Dec 28, 2024

Shannon Michael Swank, born on December 6, 1967, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024. He was a kind and loving soul who touched the lives of many throughout his journey.

Shannon devoted eight years of his life to working at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, VA.  He also contributed his efforts at Walmart in Hampton, VA, and more recently within the...

Shirley Flora May Alexander

Shirley Flora May Alexander

Dec 27, 2024

Shirley Weise Alexander, 83, passed away December 27, 2024.

A completed obituary will available shortly.

A visitation will be held Saturday, January 11, 2024 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm at Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home. A memorial service will follow the visitation at 2:00pm.

John MacInnis

John MacInnis

Dec 24, 2024

John W MacInnis III of Huntersville North Carolina passed away on December 24, 2024. Formally from Long Island NY 

He is proceeded in death by his parents, John William MacInnis II and Betty L Young and a Nephew Joseph W Sullivan. 

John was an aviation technician and upholster. He loved the outdoors and spending time at Sagamore Hill. He found much joy...

Robert R. McRae

Robert R. McRae

Dec 23, 2024

Robert R. McRae, 57, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2024. 

A full obituary will be available soon. 

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, 11:00 AM, at Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home in Huntersville. A Repast will be held immediately following the service.

Online memories and condolences may be shared at www.KepnerFH.com 

Samuel Clair Cheuvront

Samuel Clair Cheuvront

Dec 23, 2024

It is with sadness and great reverence that we announce the passing of Samuel Clair Cheuvront of Charlotte, NC, formerly of Coraopolis, PA, on December 23rd, 2024. He was 90 years old. 

Samuel was born in Sewickley, PA on July 8, 1934 to the late George Washington Cheuvront and Florence Esther Graver. He grew up with four sisters, and, as the...

Beatrice Bilodeau

Beatrice Bilodeau

Dec 19, 2024

Beatrice Bilodeau, 91, passed away on December 19, 2024.

Services will be held privately by the family.

Please feel free to leave condolences and fond memories in the guestbook for Mrs. Bilodeau.