Obituaries

Jackie Dean Guest

Jackie Dean Guest

Oct 16, 2021

Jackie “Jack” Dean Guest Sr, 87, of Cowpens, South Carolina went to be with Lord on October 16, 2021.

He leaves behind his loving and loyal wife of 63 years, Ruth; daughter, Jayda and son-in-law Rick Griffiths; daughter-in-law, Amelia King; grandchildren, Jackie Dean Guest III and his wife,  Stephanie Nicole Guest, Joseph Michael Guest, Tyler Andrew Griffiths, and Carson Thomas...

Brianna Octavia Henderson

Brianna Octavia Henderson

Oct 14, 2021

Heaven’s gain was our loss when our angel was called by our Lord on Thursday October 14, 2021 in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Brianna brought joy and happiness to all that met her. Although her time on this earth was short her infectious smile made you forget about the negative things going on around you. Heaven’s gain was our loss....

Carl Barton Cafferello

Carl Barton Cafferello

Oct 6, 2021

Carl Barton Cafferello, 60, died suddenly on Wednesday, October 6, 2021.

The family chose to have a private viewing and a cremation followed. A celebration of Carl’s  life will take place in the near future and the time and venue will be announced when confirmed.

Family and friends are comforted to know Carl is with his merciful Lord and Savior,...

James Dennis Wells II

James Dennis Wells II

Oct 4, 2021

Family and friends are deeply saddened by the death of Jim Wells of Charlotte, NC. Jim died, peacefully, on the evening of October 3rd in Mint Hill where he had resided for the last few years. Jim was born on March 3, 1940 in Paintsville, KY to James Wells and  Georgean Wells.  He attended Paintsville High School where he succeeded...

Claudia Louise Peaseley

Claudia Louise Peaseley

Oct 3, 2021

Claudia Louise Peaseley, of Charlotte, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 3, 2021. She was born on October 11, 1952 in Greenville, South Carolina, the oldest child of the late Charles Duncan Peaseley, Junior and Faith Cochrane Peaseley. Although born in Greenville, she lived most of her life in Charlotte.

Claudia graduated from East Mecklenburg High School...

Thomas Henry Braswell

Thomas Henry Braswell

Oct 3, 2021

Rev. Thomas Henry Braswell born April 8, 1947 went home to be with his Lord and Savior on October 3, 2021.   Mr Braswell was preceded in death by wife Ellie Jeanette Braswell (2014); his mother, Lela and father, Lee Braswell, along with his sister, Evelyn Moss.    He worked in textile mills until he retired but was also a Minister...

Mary Ellen McDonnell

Mary Ellen McDonnell

Oct 2, 2021

Mary Ellen McDonnell, passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2021.

Amanda Maree Helms

Amanda Maree Helms

Oct 1, 2021

 On Friday, October 1st of 2021, Amanda Maree Helms departed from this life to be with her Heavenly Father. Amanda was preceded in death by her mother, Nellie Maree Letson, her father, Aaron Lane, her sister, Rita Maree Burleson, and her son, Andrew Jacob Blackwell.

Amanda is survived by her husband, Randy Earl Helms, her sons, Brian Blackwell and Stephen...

Theresa Digiovanni  Allen

Theresa Digiovanni Allen

Sep 24, 2021

THERESA DIGIOVANNI ALLEN, 77, passed away on Friday, September 24, 2021.

She was born August 1, 1944 in New Orleans, Louisiana and was the beloved daughter of the late Anthony and Philippine Geraci DiGiovanni. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her former husband, David Allen; and a sister, Lena DiGiovanni Fraychineaud and Lena's husband, Bob.

Theresa is...

Dmitry David Walton

Dmitry David Walton

Sep 22, 2021

Dmitry “Dima” David Walton, born May 5, 2000 in Riga, Latvia, passed away on Wednesday, September 22, 2021. It is with heavy hearts that we say good-bye to our beloved son, brother, uncle, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend. 

Dima was born and lived the early part of his life in Riga, Latvia. While little is known of this time, we...

Billy Wayne Turner

Billy Wayne Turner

Sep 13, 2021

Billy Wayne Turner, 64, of Gastonia, NC peacefully entered his heavenly home with his loving family by his side on September 13th, 2021. He was a dedicated, hard working employee at Coca-Cola Consolidated for 47 years, as a maintenance mechanic. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, collecting Hot Wheels, and making memories with his grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his...

Sherry Lynn McCain

Sherry Lynn McCain

Sep 13, 2021

Sherry Lynn Thornsbury McCain, 60, of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away Monday, September 13, 2021. A Celebration of life will be at 1:00 PM on Friday, September 17, 2021 at Life Giving Christian Center in Monroe, North Carolina. Visitation will immediately follow the service.

Christopher Arthur Knudsen-Spangler

Christopher Arthur Knudsen-Spangler

Sep 11, 2021

Christopher Arthur Knudsen-Spangler, March 1, 2002 – Sept 11, 2021

Chris, our son, our brother, our grandson left us unexpectedly on the morning of September 11.  We are stunned beyond belief.   But in our grief, we would like to share a few things about Chris.  He loved his car, which he kept squeaky clean. He was very active and...

Kenneth Neal Bennett

Kenneth Neal Bennett

Sep 11, 2021

Kenneth Neal Bennett February 24, 1978 – September 11, 2021 Kenneth Neal Bennett, 43, passed away September 11, 2021. A native of Charlotte, North Carolina, and son of the late Larry Paul Bennett and Barbara Clark Bennett. Kenneth is survived by his brother Scott Bennett and wife Kandy Bennett, nieces Haley Bennett and Sydney Bennett. Kenneth was a natural artist...

Vera Georgia Pressley Russell

Vera Georgia Pressley Russell

Sep 10, 2021

Vera Georgia Pressley Russell, 92, of Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away peacefully Friday, September 10, 2021. 

Vera was born on February 22, 1929 in Union County, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Robert Taylor Pressley and Minnie Brite Austin Pressley. 

Vera was the kindest, sweetest women we have ever known. She never had children of her own,...

James David Sloop Jr.

James David Sloop Jr.

Sep 7, 2021

James David Sloop Jr., 79, of Weddington, North Carolina passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 7, 2021. Services for Mr. Sloop will be private.

Kenneth Paul Petrea

Kenneth Paul Petrea

Sep 5, 2021

Kenneth Paul Petrea, 78, of Fairview, North Carolina went home to be with Lord on Sunday September 5, 2021. He was at home surrounded by his loving family and friends.  Paul was born December 15, 1942 to the late Glenn Calvin and Rachael Melton Petrea in Concord, NC.  Paul was married to the love of his life Brenda Helms for...

Betty Calvert

Betty Calvert

Sep 5, 2021

  Betty Calvert, 87, joyfully entered into the presence of her heavenly Father on Sunday, September 5, 2021.  Betty was born in Memphis, TN on April 14, 1934 to Robert Earl Barrett and Mary Olivette Barrett.  She was the wife of Bill Calvert who preceded her in death in 2013 after 61 years of marriage. The family will gather at...

Ann Wallace Rayley

Ann Wallace Rayley

Aug 30, 2021

Ann Wallace Rayley, 71 of Matthews, NC, went to be with The Lord on August 30, 2021.

She was born January 14, 1950 in Sanford, NC and was preceded in death by her father, James F. Wallace. Ann spent her life as a homemaker and took great pride in being a wife, mother, and grandmother.

Ann is survived by her...

Shirley Ann Mullis

Shirley Ann Mullis

Aug 30, 2021

Shirley Ann Newell Mullis, 80, of Mint Hill, North Carolina passed away Monday, August 30, 2021. Graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at the Matthews Historic Cemetery.