Local Charlotte, North Carolina Obituaries
Frances Elizabeth Kinan
Jan 11, 2026
On January 11, 2026, Mary Frances Elizabeth Kinan age 78, of Gastonia NC passed away peacefully at home.
A service will be held 1:00pm Saturday January 17, 2026 at Carolina Mortuary Services 6300 East Independence Boulevard Suite C, Charlotte, North Carolina 28212
Frances is survived by a son, Jason E. Kinan of Gastonia, NC and three other children in Massachusetts as well...
Rosemary Lee Rekar
Jan 10, 2026
Rosemary Lee Rekar, 79, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in Charlotte, North Carolina. She was born on Sunday, July 28, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois, as the oldest daughter of John Joseph Rekar and Norma Lee Baker. Due to her father’s Catholic heritage and her mother’s Latter-day Saint (LDS) heritage, Rosemary was christened at St. Barbara’s Catholic Church on...
Patsy Ann Atwood
Dec 24, 2025
In Loving Memory of Patsy Ann Atwood
Patsy Ann Atwood, a devoted mother, grandmother, and beloved member of her community and the Lumbee tribe of North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025, at the age of 74.
Born on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1951, in Scotland County, North Carolina, Patsy was the daughter of the late Hubert and...
Susie Knight Williams
Dec 23, 2025
Susie came to Charlotte from Leasburg NC to Kings Business college in 1957. She worked as a secretary in Charlotte. She met Grady Williams in Charlotte and they were married in 1959. Once her daughter Christy was born she was a full time stay at home mom!! Susie enjoyed being a member of the Charlotte gem and mineral club. She...
Joseph Garland Gragg
Dec 15, 2025
Joseph Garland Gragg died at Harris Hospice Charlotte NC December 15, 2025, he was 64.He was born December 5, 1961 to James Billy "Bill" and Mildred Blankenship Gragg. Joe participated in sports, especially baseball from a young age. He also played football and basketball., at Corriher Lipe Junior High School, Landis, NC, South Rowan High School, China Grove, NC and...
James Louis Oliver Jr
Dec 8, 2025
James Louis Oliver, born February 26, 1934 in Elizabethton Tennessee to his mother Nova Lowe and his father James Louis Oliver.
A veteran who served in the Air Force during the Korean War. He was a devoted husband to his wife Dorothy Oliver. A Loving father to Stephanie and Mark Oliver. His loving brother Jerry will miss him as he joins...
LeAnne Elizabeth Snipes
Nov 28, 2025
LeAnne E. Snipes, aged 39 of Mint Hill passed away November 28, 2025 at her home. She was born on July 19, 1983 in Columbia, South Carolina. She graduated from American Academy in 2005.
She is survived by one son Justis Tanner Bennett, her mother Hannah Watts Wilson, her father Jimmy Snipes (wife Kathy), her brothers Scott Broadaway (wife Meredith) and...
Sylvia Jean Burns
Nov 21, 2025
In Loving Memory of Sylvia Jean Griffin Burns.
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Jean Burns, who left us peacefully on November 21 at the age of 81.
Sylvia Jean Griffin was born on May 24, 1944 to the late Edward Austin Griffin and Glendred Deese Griffin. She was the heart of her family...
Lisa Dawn Miller Stewart
Nov 12, 2025
Mrs. Lisa Miller Stewart, age 55, of Sunset Beach, NC passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Lisa was born May 22, 1970 in Charlotte, NC to Doris June Messina Miller and Johnnie Hazel Miller II.
Lisa attended Independence High School in Charlotte, NC. Lisa began her career in health care as a phlebotomist at Novant Health. She also worked as a...
Terry Lindsay Putman Sr
Nov 3, 2025
Terry Lindsay Putman, Sr., also known as “Putt”, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, at his home in Lenoir, North Carolina. Terry was born on May 15, 1955 in Charlotte, North Carolina, and was one of two sons to Shirley J. Putman and the late James J. Putman.
He graduated from East Mecklenburg High School and attended Western Carolina University....
Jerrie L Magarian
Oct 30, 2025
Jerrie Magarian died on 10/30/25
Jerry Lynne Alderson Magarian (Jerrie) 83, of Concord NC passed away on 10/30/25.
Jerrie was born in Tulsa Oklahoma. Her family moved to the San Francisco Bay area when she was young. And lived in San Lorenzo CA. She went to San Lorenzo High School.
Jerrie lived in Sparks NV for quite a few years. She worked in...
Immanuel Day Jr.
Oct 11, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Immanuel Day Jr., affectionately known to many as “Manny,” who departed this life on October 11, 2025, at the young age of 21. Immanuel was born on December 4, 2003, in Buffalo, New York, to Jasmine (DeJarnette) Guzman and Immanuel Day Sr. From the very beginning, he brought joy,...
Clarence Hoover Wooding Jr.
Oct 5, 2025
Clarence H. Wooding, Jr. was born on September 11, 1955 in Roanoke, Virginia to the late Inez R. and Clarence H. Wooding, Sr. He passed quietly in his sleep on October 5, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Clarence graduated in 1974 from Patrick Henry High School, Roanoke, Virginia. He enlisted in the US Air Force in May 1978. As part of...
Jo Ann Paladino
Aug 26, 2025
Jo Ann "Pooh" Paladino, 78, of Charlotte, NC, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025, at home following health complications. Born on July 4, 1947, in Elmira, New York, Jo Ann was a beacon of warmth and generosity, always opening her heart and home to anyone in need. She was a devoted sister, mother, and friend whose kindness touched countless...
Carolyn Jean Robinson
Aug 16, 2025
Carolyn Jean Robinson, 87, of Charlotte, NC, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025, at Carmel Hills Assisted Living Center. She was born on June 15, 1938, at Cooper Hospital in Camden, NJ, to Henry and Hilda Brune and was raised in Pennsauken, NJ.
Carolyn cherished being a mother to Laurie and Brian and “Nana” to her grandson, Tyler, creating treasured...
Quinetta Shunta Leak
Aug 3, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved sister, Quinetta Shunta Leak, who departed this life on August 3rd, 2025, at the age of 45. She was a cherished daughter, sister, aunt, and best friend — deeply loved for her kind heart, gentle spirit, and the way she made others feel truly seen and cared...
Amanda Lee Connor
Jul 30, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved, Mandee Connor, on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Born on April 16, 1979, she was 46 years old.
Mandee was born in Mt. Pleasant, PA, and grew up in Van Meter, PA. Mandee began high school at Belle Vernon High School, PA, and graduated from Estero High School, FL in 1997....
Tammy Diane Lilly
Jul 28, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tammy Diane Dotson Lilly on July 28, 2025. Tammy was born in Chicago, Illinois on August 20, 1960. She was the daughter of the late Larry and Rita Dotson
Tammy grew up in Oak Hill, West Virginia and though her life took her to many places, West Virginia was always...
Dolores Widman Stern
Jul 6, 2025
Born in New York City on August 31, 1932, Dolores passed away peacefully at Charter Senior Living in Charlotte, NC, on July 5, 2025, at the age of ninety-two.
A native New Yorker, Dolores embodied the spirit of her city, embracing its vibrancy and energy. Her passions included playing tennis and staying active. She cherished her independence and loved to travel....
John "David" Thomas Sr.
Jun 12, 2025
A native Charlottean, David was the youngest of six children born to Georgie and Wesley Thomas. He unexpectedly passed away on Thursday, June 12.
David grew up running around the neighborhood on Arnold Dr. prior to moving to Mint Hill for his high school years. Active in his church youth groups, he and friends had many good times playing at the...
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