Obituaries
Amelia D'Ambra
Apr 13, 2024
In loving memory of Amelia D'Ambra, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished member of the community. Amelia was born on November 10, 1928, in Brooklyn, NY, where she spent her early years cultivating a life filled with love, compassion, and devotion to her family.Amelia's warm and kind-hearted nature touched the lives of all who had the pleasure of knowing her....
Jack Alvin Nuttall
Apr 11, 2024
Jack Nuttall, 90, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away April 11, 2024.Jack was truly a "Jack" of all trades. He is survived by his two sons Ric and Jacques (Angela).
Mack Ray Hamm
Apr 11, 2024
Mack Ray Hamm, 91, of Cornelius, North Carolina, husband of Rosella Bowling Hamm, peacefully left this earth for heaven on Thursday, April 11, 2024. Mack was born October 1, 1932, at Sand Knob, West Virginia, to the late Homer Lee Hamm and Orah Richmond Hamm Lilly. Mack was a US Army Veteran who served during the Korean War. He worked for...
Leslie "Les" Ray Wardlow II
Apr 10, 2024
Leslie "Les" Ray Wardlow II, 53, of Huntersville, passed away on April 10, 2024 in Hickory, NC. He was born in Warner, Oklahoma on December 7, 1970 to Leslie Ray Wardlow and the late Carla Smith Wardlow.In addition to his father, Les is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Erica and Justin Matis; daughter, Amanda Wardlow; daughter, Jennica Wardlow; son,...
Bryan Craig Foy
Apr 9, 2024
Bryan Craig Foy, 39, of Mooresville, NC, passed away on April 9, 2024, and although it was unexpected here on earth, he was welcomed to heaven and with much celebration by Jesus and precious loved ones who had gone before him. We know with full assurance Bryan is celebrating even now in a place with joy and peace overflowing. Bryan was...
Lori DeShannon Nazemetz
Apr 7, 2024
Lori DeShannon Murphy Nazemetz passed away April 7, 2024.She was born in Lexington, North Carolina on March 7, 1970. Lori graduated from North Davidson High School and went on to earn her BS in biology from UNC Charlotte in 1993. She worked numerous years for Carolina’s Medical Center in the kidney transplant lab where she earned a certificate in medical...
Roberta Susan Rogers-Bodemer
Apr 7, 2024
Roberta Susan Rogers-Bodemer, a cherished piano teacher known for her passion and dedication, has sadly left us on April 7, 2024. She was born on November 1, 1942, in the Bronx, NY. Throughout her life, Roberta's love for music shone brightly as she imparted her knowledge to countless students, enriching their lives with the gift of playing the piano.Roberta's impact...
Barbara Raftelis VanHook
Apr 5, 2024
Barbara Marie Raftelis VanHook, 90, of Charlotte, North Carolina Carolina passed away on April 5, 2024.
Barbara was born in Georgetown, South Carolina on January 16, 1934, to the late James Michael Raftelis and Josephine Creel Raftelis. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother James Raftelis, Jr., her sister-in-law Judy Rose Raftelis, and her brother-in-law, Dr. E....
Rebecca Brooke Holcombe
Apr 2, 2024
Rebecca Brooke Holcombe went to be with our Heavenly Father April 2nd, 2024, at 36 years of age. Born October 5, 1987, in Charlotte, she lived in Huntersville but now her feet stroll on the streets of gold.
Brooke earned a bachelor's degree from North Carolina State University in both event planning and psychology and one of her favorite jobs was...
Bruce Andrew Hansen, Sr.
Apr 2, 2024
Bruce Andrew Hansen, Sr., 84, of Denver, NC, formally of Huntersville, NC, passed away quietly, on April 2, 2024.
Born April 19, 1939, in Lewiston, New York, Bruce was a successful businessman, but in his spare time, he was an avid fisherman, sailor, and enjoyed racing cars with his son. As a devoted father and grandfather, Bruce cherished his family and...
Edward Francis Cleary
Apr 1, 2024
Edward Francis Cleary, a man whose life was intertwined with the skies and the marvel of aviation, passed away on April 1, 2024, in Cornelius, NC. Born in Queens, NY, on November 16th, 1939, Edward's journey through life was marked by his deep love for flying and airplanes, a passion that guided his career path and personal joys. Edward dedicated over...
Clara Zoe Laborde
Mar 31, 2024
Clara Laborde, 95, of Denver, NC was born into eternal life on March 31, 2024. Clara was born in Havana, Cuba on July 5, 1928 to the late Carlos and Rosario Jiménez. ...
Willis Robert Deaton, Sr. "Bob"
Mar 30, 2024
Bob Deaton, Sr., of Denver, NC, formerly of Cornelius, NC, for 53 years, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024, at the age of 86. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Phyllis Belk Deaton, and two children, Bob Deaton, Jr., and Dr. Lysa Deaton-Smith.Mr. Deaton was born June 24, 1937 to Willis Alexander Deaton and Avis...
John Drayer
Mar 30, 2024
John R. Drayer, 90, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2024, with his family by his side in Davidson, North Carolina.
Born in Decatur, GA, he was adored by his parents Raymond and Elizabeth, and doted on by numerous aunts and uncles. He met his future wife, Evelyn in 1955 in Clearwater, FL, just before shipping out for Navy service aboard...
Frank Wortham
Mar 29, 2024
Frank Wortham, 75, of Cornelius, NC passed away on March 29th, 2024.Frank was born in New York City on January 2nd, 1949 to the late Frank and Mary Wortham.Frank was a retired concrete truck driver for Yardville Supply, located in New Jersey, where he was a dedicated Teamsters Local Union No. 469 Steward. After his retirement from Yardville Frank decided...
Sandra Carabetta Washburn
Mar 26, 2024
Sandra Carabetta Washburn, 82, passed away on March 26, 2024 at her home in Davidson, NC, after a long and fearless battle with ovarian cancer. She spent her last days with her adoring family gathered around her, in the home she loved. Born on March 25, 1942 in Springfield, MA to Leona Messier and Rocco Michael Carabetta, Sandy graduated from Springfield...
Gregory "Brent" Bolster
Mar 26, 2024
Gregory "Brent" Bolster, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2024.
Brent was born to Lawrence and Ethel Mae Bolster in Baltimore, Maryland, where he was raised along with his older brother Carey. His high school years were marked by the development of a tight-knit group of friends who, from high school onward, remained closely connected.
He attended...
Jean Tarter Risley
Mar 26, 2024
Jean Tarter Risley, born in Wellington, TX on August 18, 1934, has peacefully passed away at Autumn Care Cornelius. She leaves behind a legacy filled with love, laughter, and kindness.Jean was a proud graduate with a Bachelors Degree from Abilene Christian University in Texas, showcasing her dedication to education throughout her life. Her passion for learning was evident to all...
Lona Meyer Hills-Ocon
Mar 25, 2024
Lona Meyer Hills-Ocon passed away peacefully in Huntersville, North Carolina on March 25, 2024 after 89 wonderful years of life.
Lona was born on September 9, 1934 in Brookdale, Canada on a large dairy farm to her loving parents, Fred and Susie Meyer. Lona spent her time working on the farm prior to becoming a beloved school teacher. She taught for...
Roseann Schwendeman
Mar 25, 2024
Roseann Schwendeman of Huntersville, NC, formerly of Brockton, MA, passed away on March 25, 2024. She was born on November 13, 1951, in Boston, MA and raised in West Roxbury, MA.
Roseann spent many years working for St. Edith Stein Catholic Church in Brockton before retiring to care for her grandchildren.
Roseann is survived by her beloved husband, David Schwendeman, her cherished...
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