Obituaries

Jun 8, 2025

Gladys Virginia Hair, a beacon of love and warmth, was born on October 14, 1931, and passed away peacefully on June 8, 2025, in Matthews, NC. She was the daughter of the late James Reid and Jenny Bell Benfield. She was known for her sweet smile, a reflection of her kind heart and nurturing spirit. Gladys always had a smile...

Jun 3, 2025

Just like the love that surrounded him throughout his life, Firuz’s passing was peaceful and enveloped in the love of family and friends at the home of his sister Monireh in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Firuz was a devoted member of the Baha’i Faith, kind and generous, and dedicated to bringing greater peace and unity to everyone he encountered. He pioneered to Rhodes,...

May 21, 2025

Herbert Wendell McLeod Jr., also known as Bud, passed away on May 21st, 2025.

Bud was born to Annette Drake McLeod and Herbert Wendell McLeod Sr. on October 23rd, 1954 in Dothan, Alabama. He had three siblings: Cynthia McLeod Mims , Andy McLeod, and Max McLeod . Bud grew up in Iron City, Georgia, and made many memories there with family...

May 21, 2025

Elizabeth Powell Huffstetler, a vivacious spirit and devoted matriarch, passed peacefully on May 21, 2025, in Gaston, North Carolina, surrounded by her loving daughter, Robin Tucker, and Granddaughter Angela Alvarez. Born on July 16, 1933, in Lilesville, North Carolina, Elizabeth’s remarkable journey through life was marked by an unwavering zest for living and a flair for the extraordinary.

Known as a...

May 18, 2025

Kevin Lee Stegall, born on June 24, 1969, in Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on May 18, 2025. A dedicated family man and skilled professional, Kevin's journey in life reflected his commitment to his loved ones and his nurturing nature to take care of his family.

In 1994, Kevin and Marianne relocated from Houston, TX to Charlotte, NC to start...

May 18, 2025

Karen F. Davis, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025, at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. Born on December 2, 1950, in Augusta, Georgia, Karen lived a life defined by love, faith, and a deep commitment to serving others. She graduated from Myers Park High School and continued her...

May 17, 2025

Obituary to be posted soon.

2025

Gay Smith, age 97, passed away peacefully on May 17th, in Charlotte, NC. She was born January 5, 1928, in Hurricane, West Virginia to the late Emory and Hazel Leadmon.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Charles "Smitty" Smith; her brother, Wayne Leadmon; three sisters, Helen Duke, Edna Ross, and June Hedrick; her granddaughter, Sherry King;...

May 14, 2025

Rebecca Tinnell Parrish of Indian Trail, North Carolina passed away on May 14th, 2025, aged 65.

Rebecca was born in Roanoke, Virginia on December 26th, 1959 to loving parents Carolyn Ann Shelton Tinnell and Clayton Garland Tinnell Jr. She was a graduate of Humboldt High School in Humboldt, Tennessee in 1978 and later earned an Associates in Graphic Arts from Virginia...

May 12, 2025

C.D. Carter, Jr., born on September 12, 1940, in Clinton, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina surrounded and comforted by his family.  He lived a life enriched with purpose, love, and devotion to his family and community.

C.D. embarked on his professional journey in 1960 when he began working at General Electric. His career...

May 8, 2025

Thelma peacefully passed in her sleep early Thursday morning, 5-8-2025 at her home where she lived with her daughter and son-in-law in Belmont, NC. Thelma was the only Red-headed child out of 8 children. Her close friends knew her as Red Sealey! She loved playing softball and basketball! She worked at Highland Park Manufacturing Mill where she met her future...

May 6, 2025

Laura Setliff, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, left this world peacefully on May 6, 2025, at Little Flower Assisted Living in Charlotte, North Carolina, surrounded by her loving family. Born on December 24, 1932, in Halifax County, Virginia, Laura exemplified a life filled with love, laughter, and the warmth of shared moments.

Throughout her career, Laura made a significant impact...

May 4, 2025

Lois Jean Brant4/16/1931 – 5/4/2025

On May 4, 2025, of Indian Trail, NC at the age of 94. Born Lois Jean McCrum in Richmond Hill, Queens, NY. Predeceased by father Arthur H. McCrum, mother Georgiana Burling, and brothers Arthur H. “Sonny” McCrum, Jr. and Harry R. McCrum.

She worked many years at the Sperry Gyroscope Corp. and Sears. Lifelong fan of sports,...

May 3, 2025

Ralph "Randy" Wayne Foulks Jr. was born on July 16, 1966, in Garden City, Michigan, and he passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Randy's life was a testament to love, laughter, and dedication, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

For over 20 years, Randy devoted himself...

May 1, 2025

James Pierce Short Jr., known affectionately as Jim, was born on September 25, 1958, in Danville, Virginia. Jim's life came to a close on May 1, 2025, at his home in Lake Park in Indian Trail, North Carolina, after a courageous battle with cancer, fought with grace and determination.

Jim dedicated over 25 years of his professional life to the insurance...

Apr 30, 2025

Julie Lynn Reed, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, let go of this world on April 30, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Julie lived a life marked by quiet strength, creative brilliance, and unwavering love.

Julie was never one to seek the spotlight — she preferred the quiet moments, the behind-the-scenes roles, and the unspoken acts of care that stitched...

Apr 28, 2025

Robin Hanes Castorina, born on May 7, 1957, in the quaint town of Statesville, North Carolina, passed peacefully at home on April 28, 2025. Surrounded by the warmth and love of family, Robin's final moments were a reflection of the life she led—full of grace, compassion, and connection. Robin is survived by her loving husband Rich; Sisters Margaret Gryder and...

Apr 25, 2025

Con profundo pesar, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Carolina Espino Ferrara, de 61 años, nacida el 16 de enero de 1964 en Tejupilco, Estado de Mexico, y fallecida el 25 de abril de 2025 en Charlotte, North Carolina. Amada esposa de Alejandro Balderas Mejia, madre cariñosa de Yessica y Laura Retana, y abuela devota de Giovanni, Anthony, Vanessa, y Zeidy. Carolina...

Apr 22, 2025

Apr 18, 2025

Moffatt Alexander Ware Jr. a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away peacefully at Pruitt Healthcare in Harrisburg, NC, on April 18th, 2025, Good Friday, making the end of a remarkable journey that began on January 2nd, 1934 in Charlotte, NC.

Raised in Kings Mountain, NC. Moffatt cherished his roots and built a life filled with love and community....