Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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.