Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Huntersville & Denver in North Carolina

Mary Patricia Mau

Jan 2, 2024

Mary Mau, 82, of Huntersville, North Carolina, passed away on January 2, 2024. Mary was born in Hillingdon, Middlesex, England to the late John and Margaret Duffy. Her family emigrated to Chicago, Illinois at the end of World War II, where she pursued a nursing degree, met and married her husband of more than 35 years, Dick Mau, and raised...

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Thomas Franklin Lawing

Dec 31, 2023

Thomas Franklin Lawing, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2023 in Huntersville, NC. He was born on December 25, 1955 in Charlotte, NC to the late Charles Edward Lawing Sr. and Frances Ratliff Lawing. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Charles Edward Lawing Jr.

Thomas dedicated much...

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Sally Walker

Dec 29, 2023

Sally Wentz Walker, 78, of Mint Hill passed away Friday December 29, 2023 at home in Hospice care. Born in Charlotte, NC she was the daughter of the late Wilson and Ethel Davis Wentz. She is preceded in death by her husband of almost 50 years, Norman Leo Walker of Charlotte.

Sally was an active member of the Blair...

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Rita Kay Watson

Dec 29, 2023

Rita Kay Watson, a beloved mother, grandmother and sister, passed away on December 29, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. Rita's departure left a void in the hearts of all who knew her. Born on July 17, 1943, in West Virginia, she lived a life full of love and compassion.Rita was truly a master of her craft as Cardiologist Assistant and...

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Ronald "Ron" Charles Paranich

Dec 29, 2023

Ronald "Ron" C. Paranich, 76, of Huntersville, NC passed away peacefully on December 29, 2023 at his home after braving a chronic illness. Ron was born in Washington, DC to the late Delia W. Paranich and John Paranich. Ron loved to water ski, swim, bowl, and watch sports but most of all, he loved his family. He also served his...

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Nancy Ellen Toole

Dec 28, 2023

Nancy Ellen Smith Toole, 75, of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away peacefully on December 28, 2023.

Nancy was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on April 18, 1948, to the late James Glenn and Gertrude Lillian Smith. She grew up as one of six children, in rural Lebanon, Ohio. She had so many stories and fond memories to share about her siblings...

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Felino Bacalzo

Dec 26, 2023

Felino Bacalzo, 89, of Charlotte, NC passed away on December 26, 2023.

Felino was born in Chicago, IL on May 1, 1934. Felino was an architect with A.E. Epstein in Chicago, IL for 20 years. Then, he worked for Cary Concrete in Cary, IL as a draftsman.

Felino served in the U.S. Army. He was a talented artist, loved music,...

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Joseph James Shipbaugh

Dec 25, 2023

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Joseph James Shipbaugh, fondly known as Joe by family and friends. On the morning of December 25, 2023, Joe peacefully passed in the presence of his home. Born on December 9, 1978, in Illinois, Joe’s charisma and charm had a way of touching anyone who had the pleasure of crossing...

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Ray Long

Dec 24, 2023

Ray Long, age 53, of Davidson, passed away the morning of Christmas Eve, Sunday, December 24, 2023, at his residence.

Ray called the Charlotte area his home for more than 20 years. Originally, being a native of Woodbridge, Virginia, he spent many years playing baseball and graduated from Woodbridge Senior High School where he played football and was particularly proud...

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Vera Elaine Brooks

Dec 23, 2023

Vera Elaine Brooks, 82, of Charlotte, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023. Vera was born in Buncombe County on April 29, 1941, the daughter of the late Charles P. Brooks and Lois Ballinger Brooks.

Vera graduated from Enka High School and retired from Gerber Products. She is survived by her son, Steve Brooks (Lisa); daughter, Cindy Brooks Ivey; grandchildren,...

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James William Gibson

Dec 19, 2023

James (J.W.) Gibson, 77, of Denver, NC passed away on December 19, 2023. He was born on October 11, 1946 to the late Monroe and Martha Gibson in Mooresville, NC.

JW worked as a well driller, concrete worker, and truck driver until his retirement where he went into his own lawn care service.

He is survived by his wife of...

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Anne Wynn Carver

Dec 15, 2023

Anne Wynn Carver, 77 of Beaufort, SC, passed away on December 15, 2023 at The Pines at Davidson in Davidson, NC. Anne Wynn was born December 16, 1945 in Hinton, VA, the daughter of Donald and Virginia Ann Carver, who preceded her in death. In addition to her life partner, Bacot Allston, Anne Wynn is survived by her siblings, Donald...

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Judith (Judy) Adams Gabel

Dec 13, 2023

Judith (Judy) Adams Gabel died on December 13, 2023, with husband and daughters by her side.

Born on January 11, 1939, in Ardmore, Oklahoma, Judy was surrounded by loving parents, Kermit Calvin Adams and Lillian Bratcher Adams, a multitude of relatives, and six years later her brother Gary. The ties of family endured through all her years.Her parents "made...

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Thomas Francis McCarthy

Dec 13, 2023

Thomas F. McCarthy of Cornelius, NC passed away on December 13, 2023, after a short illness. Tom was born in Buffalo, NY on March 12, 1942, to William and Mary McCarthy. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his sister Maureen Anderson. Tom is survived by his beloved wife, Ann, his daughters Kelly, Kristin and Heather, Kelly’s...

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Shelia Ann Sherrill

Dec 12, 2023

Shelia Ann Sherrill passed away on December 12, 2023. Born on July 15, 1942, in Mecklenburg County, she was a remarkable woman whose nurturing spirit touched the lives of all those who had the privilege to know her.Shelia led a life filled with compassion and selflessness. Her greatest joy came from taking care of her family, and she dedicated herself...

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Wayne Harding Ballard

Dec 10, 2023

Wayne Harding Ballard was a true “North Mecklenburg” person, born to Ray and Doris Ballard on September 11, 1944 and raised with his sister, Martha, on June Washam Road in Davidson. He met the love of his life when Carol Davis came to live with her grandmother in Cornelius. Wayne and Carol married in 1964, welcomed daughter Stacey...

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Gerald "Jerry" Ray Horine

Dec 10, 2023

Gerald R. “Jerry” Horine of Cornelius, NC, age 82, died peacefully at home on Dec. 10, 2023 with his loving family at his side. Born in 1941 in Saluda, IN, Jerry leaves behind a legacy of unforgettable memories and cherished moments with family and friends. He was the steady and generous patriarch of his family. Always kind hearted, devoted, and...

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Michael F. Cavaliere

Dec 9, 2023

Michael F. Cavaliere, a beloved retired individual who brought joy and laughter into countless lives, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2023. Born on August 1, 1926, in Long Island City, NY, he leaves behind a legacy of unforgettable memories and cherished moments.After dedicating many years of his life to his career, Michael retired at the young age of 55...

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Andy Provost

Dec 7, 2023

Andy Provost, born on November 11, 1932, peacefully passed away on December 7, 2023. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a respected member of his community. Born in Willimantic, CT, Andy was the son of the late Clarence Provost and Daisy Lennon Provost. In addition to his parents and siblings, he was preceded in death by his wife...

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Janet Elaine Summy

Dec 7, 2023

Janet Elaine Summy passed away peacefully at home on December 7th, 2023 with her family lovingly by her side.

Janet was born August 6, 1950, to Hazel Frances and Gerald Lloyd Metzger in Connellsville, PA. She would meet her husband of 52 years, Alan Dwight Summy, while attending Connellsville Area High School. She graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

Family...

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