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Local Obituaries for Huntersville & Denver in North Carolina

Ruth Constance Hotuj

Ruth Constance Hotuj

Jul 7, 2023

  After 98 years, Ruth Constance Hotuj went to her eternal rest to be with her Lord and receive her heavenly reward on July 7, 2023.  Ruth came into the world on May 11, 1925 to the late Gladys and Anthony Padovano and grew up in Harrison, New Jersey. Ruth attended Holy Cross School earning her Commercial Certificate. She married...

Brent Casey Ledford

Brent Casey Ledford

Jul 6, 2023

Brent Casey Ledford, 42, of Davidson, NC, sadly left us all too early on July 6, 2023.

Brent entered this world on August 22, 1980, and grew up in London, KY where he met his true love, Jennifer.  The high school sweethearts later married in 2004 at their favorite vacation spot of Marco Island, FL.  Their family grew to three...

Rita Louise Carreras

Rita Louise Carreras

Jul 6, 2023

Rita J. Carreras, 82, of Mooresville, NC passed away on July 6, 2023. Rita was born in Baltimore, MD on June 24, 1941 to the late Francis and Helen Januszeski.

Along with her parents Rita is preceded in death by her husband, Rigoberto Carreras; son, Mark Carreras; brother, Michael Januszeski.

She is survived by her daughter, Amy Vrabely and husband...

Glenna Jean Freeman McKinney

Glenna Jean Freeman McKinney

Jul 4, 2023

Glenna Jean Freeman McKinney went to be with the Lord on July 4, 2023.

She was born to the late Thelma and Samuel Freeman on March 15, 1935 and grew up in the beautiful mountains of Avery County, North Carolina. She married James Dayton McKinney, whom she loved dearly and who preceded her in death in 1986. Glenna was also...

Jenifer Dewsnap

Jenifer Dewsnap

Jul 2, 2023

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Veronica Evada Grant

Veronica Evada Grant

Jul 1, 2023

Veronica Evada Grant was a compassionate and dedicated nurse who spent her career working in the Intensive Care Unit, providing comfort and care to those in need. Born on June 6, 1941, in Kingston, Jamaica, she brought warmth and kindness into the lives of everyone she encountered. Veronica's passion for helping others extended beyond her professional life. She had a...

Laird Christopher Ramirez

Laird Christopher Ramirez

Jul 1, 2023

Laird Christopher Ramirez, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on July 1, 2023, at the age of 17. Laird was a loyal and loving individual who was always there for his family and friends when they needed him most. He had a remarkable ability to empathize with others, taking on their hurts and celebrating in their joys. Born on...

Larry Harper

Larry Harper

Jun 30, 2023

Larry Harper, 63, of Concord, North Carolina passed away June 30, 2023.

Larry was born on September 26, 1959 in Baltimore, MD to Elijah Harper & Lillie Fenner. He was the only son and youngest born into a family with four sisters: Harrine, Dorothy, Darlene & Judith.  Larry Harper was an amazing man with a fascinating life story. Having driven...

Larry Harper

Larry Harper

Jun 30, 2023

Larry Harper passed away on June 30, 2023.  A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday July 8, 2023 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm.

 

Please check back for a full obituary.

Francis "Frank" Ernest Taylor

Francis "Frank" Ernest Taylor

Jun 28, 2023

Francis "Frank" Ernest Taylor, 63, of Cornelius, North Carolina passed away June 28, 2023.

Frank was born in Concord, New Hampshire on May 15, 1960 to the late Frank Wilcox Taylor and Anne McEvoy Taylor.

He is survived by his wife, Shellea Taylor; daughters, Madison and Melissa; son, Gabriel; sisters, Rosalyn Dunn and Nancy Taylor; and brothers, Bobby Dunn...

Robert Jay Keating

Robert Jay Keating

Jun 21, 2023

Robert (Bob) Jay Keating passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 21, 2023.  Bob was born in The Bronx, New York on December 24, 1945 to Hilary and Joyce (Lawrence) Keating.  Bob joined the United States Army and served as a Paratrooper in Vietnam.  After serving our country, Bob joined the White Plains, New York Police Department and served for 20 years...

Eleanor "Ellie" Elizabeth Flavin

Eleanor "Ellie" Elizabeth Flavin

Jun 18, 2023

Eleanor "Ellie" Elizabeth Flavin, 77, of Cornelius, North Carolina passed away peacefully on June 18, 2023.

She was born in Lynn, MA on January 30, 1946 to the late Warren and Mary Thorton Davis. Along with her parents, Ellie is preceded in death by six siblings.

Ellie lived most of her life in Lynn, MA and was a graduate of...

Paul Anthony Cosmas

Paul Anthony Cosmas

Jun 17, 2023

Paul Anthony Cosmas, 77, of Huntersville, NC passed away on June 17, 2023. Paul was born in Elizabeth, NJ on January 17, 1946 to the late John Cosmas, Sr. and Rose Cosmas.

Along with his parents, Paul is preceded in death by his brothers, Joseph Cosmas on March 8, 1953; Thomas Cosmas on May 18, 2023; and son-in-law Brian Dougherty...

Dennis James Arens

Dennis James Arens

Jun 15, 2023

Dennis J. Arens, 66, of Davidson, NC passed away peacefully at home on June 15, 2023.

He was born in Florissant, MO to the late Marie and John Arens. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by sister, Diane.

Dennis attended the University of Houston where he played soccer and majored in Engineering; he was a member of...

James "Jim" Louis Furlow

James "Jim" Louis Furlow

Jun 14, 2023

James L. Furlow (Jim) of Mooresville, North Carolina, passed away on June 14, 2023. 

Jim was born in Centerville, Ohio on December 3, 1968.

After graduating from Centerville High School in 1987, Jim immediately joined the US Air Force where he was a Staff Sergeant  Special Operations Helicopter Crew Chief for 10 years. He then spent the next 10 years in...

Kathryn McClure

Kathryn McClure

Jun 13, 2023

Kathryn McClure is remembered as a loving and passionate mother, sister, aunt, and friend who dedicated her life to her loved ones. She passed away on June 13th, 2023 at Atrium Health Charlotte at the age of 89. Kathryn was born in Charlotte, NC on April 18, 1934. She was one of eight siblings - with two brothers and five...

Timothy "Tim" Allan Grachek

Timothy "Tim" Allan Grachek

Jun 12, 2023

Timothy "Tim" Allan Grachek, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend passed away on June 12th, 2023. He was born on September 16th, 1948 in Fremont, Ohio to Raymond John Grachek and Grace Klofta Grachek. Tim cherished his memories and friends at St. Joseph Central Catholic High School in Freemont where he attended.Tim served in the United States Air Force...

Douglas Slater

Douglas Slater

Jun 11, 2023

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Shirley Moore Brown

Shirley Moore Brown

Jun 10, 2023

 

Shirley Moore Brown, 82, of Charlotte, NC died peacefully with her family by her side on June 10th, 2023.  She was born in Wilkes-Barre, PA on April 1st, 1941.  Shirley is survived by her son Martin Moore, son Brian Moore and daughter-in-law, Kate Moore, son Eric Moore and daughter-in-law, Kristy Misch.  Shirley was a very loving grandmother to Martin Moore,...

George Wood

George Wood

Jun 9, 2023

George Robert Wood, 67 Of Huntersville , NC passed away on June 9, 2023.  George was born in Edinburgh, Scotland on January 22, 1956 to the late James and Cecelia Wood.

He is survived by his wife, Michelle Kathleen Wood; sister, Cecelia Young; and several family and loved ones in Scotland.

George was a European Coach Driver where he met...

Local Obituaries for the Lake Norman Community

Ruth Constance Hotuj

Ruth Constance Hotuj

Jul 7, 2023

  After 98 years, Ruth Constance Hotuj went to her eternal rest to be with her Lord and receive her heavenly reward on July 7, 2023.  Ruth came into the world on May 11, 1925 to the late Gladys and Anthony Padovano and grew up in Harrison, New Jersey. Ruth attended Holy Cross School earning her Commercial Certificate. She married...

Brent Casey Ledford

Brent Casey Ledford

Jul 6, 2023

Brent Casey Ledford, 42, of Davidson, NC, sadly left us all too early on July 6, 2023.

Brent entered this world on August 22, 1980, and grew up in London, KY where he met his true love, Jennifer.  The high school sweethearts later married in 2004 at their favorite vacation spot of Marco Island, FL.  Their family grew to three...

Rita Louise Carreras

Rita Louise Carreras

Jul 6, 2023

Rita J. Carreras, 82, of Mooresville, NC passed away on July 6, 2023. Rita was born in Baltimore, MD on June 24, 1941 to the late Francis and Helen Januszeski.

Along with her parents Rita is preceded in death by her husband, Rigoberto Carreras; son, Mark Carreras; brother, Michael Januszeski.

She is survived by her daughter, Amy Vrabely and husband...

Glenna Jean Freeman McKinney

Glenna Jean Freeman McKinney

Jul 4, 2023

Glenna Jean Freeman McKinney went to be with the Lord on July 4, 2023.

She was born to the late Thelma and Samuel Freeman on March 15, 1935 and grew up in the beautiful mountains of Avery County, North Carolina. She married James Dayton McKinney, whom she loved dearly and who preceded her in death in 1986. Glenna was also...

Jenifer Dewsnap

Jenifer Dewsnap

Jul 2, 2023

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Veronica Evada Grant

Veronica Evada Grant

Jul 1, 2023

Veronica Evada Grant was a compassionate and dedicated nurse who spent her career working in the Intensive Care Unit, providing comfort and care to those in need. Born on June 6, 1941, in Kingston, Jamaica, she brought warmth and kindness into the lives of everyone she encountered. Veronica's passion for helping others extended beyond her professional life. She had a...

Laird Christopher Ramirez

Laird Christopher Ramirez

Jul 1, 2023

Laird Christopher Ramirez, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on July 1, 2023, at the age of 17. Laird was a loyal and loving individual who was always there for his family and friends when they needed him most. He had a remarkable ability to empathize with others, taking on their hurts and celebrating in their joys. Born on...

Larry Harper

Larry Harper

Jun 30, 2023

Larry Harper, 63, of Concord, North Carolina passed away June 30, 2023.

Larry was born on September 26, 1959 in Baltimore, MD to Elijah Harper & Lillie Fenner. He was the only son and youngest born into a family with four sisters: Harrine, Dorothy, Darlene & Judith.  Larry Harper was an amazing man with a fascinating life story. Having driven...

Larry Harper

Larry Harper

Jun 30, 2023

Larry Harper passed away on June 30, 2023.  A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday July 8, 2023 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm.

 

Please check back for a full obituary.

Francis "Frank" Ernest Taylor

Francis "Frank" Ernest Taylor

Jun 28, 2023

Francis "Frank" Ernest Taylor, 63, of Cornelius, North Carolina passed away June 28, 2023.

Frank was born in Concord, New Hampshire on May 15, 1960 to the late Frank Wilcox Taylor and Anne McEvoy Taylor.

He is survived by his wife, Shellea Taylor; daughters, Madison and Melissa; son, Gabriel; sisters, Rosalyn Dunn and Nancy Taylor; and brothers, Bobby Dunn...

Robert Jay Keating

Robert Jay Keating

Jun 21, 2023

Robert (Bob) Jay Keating passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 21, 2023.  Bob was born in The Bronx, New York on December 24, 1945 to Hilary and Joyce (Lawrence) Keating.  Bob joined the United States Army and served as a Paratrooper in Vietnam.  After serving our country, Bob joined the White Plains, New York Police Department and served for 20 years...

Eleanor "Ellie" Elizabeth Flavin

Eleanor "Ellie" Elizabeth Flavin

Jun 18, 2023

Eleanor "Ellie" Elizabeth Flavin, 77, of Cornelius, North Carolina passed away peacefully on June 18, 2023.

She was born in Lynn, MA on January 30, 1946 to the late Warren and Mary Thorton Davis. Along with her parents, Ellie is preceded in death by six siblings.

Ellie lived most of her life in Lynn, MA and was a graduate of...

Paul Anthony Cosmas

Paul Anthony Cosmas

Jun 17, 2023

Paul Anthony Cosmas, 77, of Huntersville, NC passed away on June 17, 2023. Paul was born in Elizabeth, NJ on January 17, 1946 to the late John Cosmas, Sr. and Rose Cosmas.

Along with his parents, Paul is preceded in death by his brothers, Joseph Cosmas on March 8, 1953; Thomas Cosmas on May 18, 2023; and son-in-law Brian Dougherty...

Dennis James Arens

Dennis James Arens

Jun 15, 2023

Dennis J. Arens, 66, of Davidson, NC passed away peacefully at home on June 15, 2023.

He was born in Florissant, MO to the late Marie and John Arens. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by sister, Diane.

Dennis attended the University of Houston where he played soccer and majored in Engineering; he was a member of...

James "Jim" Louis Furlow

James "Jim" Louis Furlow

Jun 14, 2023

James L. Furlow (Jim) of Mooresville, North Carolina, passed away on June 14, 2023. 

Jim was born in Centerville, Ohio on December 3, 1968.

After graduating from Centerville High School in 1987, Jim immediately joined the US Air Force where he was a Staff Sergeant  Special Operations Helicopter Crew Chief for 10 years. He then spent the next 10 years in...

Kathryn McClure

Kathryn McClure

Jun 13, 2023

Kathryn McClure is remembered as a loving and passionate mother, sister, aunt, and friend who dedicated her life to her loved ones. She passed away on June 13th, 2023 at Atrium Health Charlotte at the age of 89. Kathryn was born in Charlotte, NC on April 18, 1934. She was one of eight siblings - with two brothers and five...

Timothy "Tim" Allan Grachek

Timothy "Tim" Allan Grachek

Jun 12, 2023

Timothy "Tim" Allan Grachek, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend passed away on June 12th, 2023. He was born on September 16th, 1948 in Fremont, Ohio to Raymond John Grachek and Grace Klofta Grachek. Tim cherished his memories and friends at St. Joseph Central Catholic High School in Freemont where he attended.Tim served in the United States Air Force...

Douglas Slater

Douglas Slater

Jun 11, 2023

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Shirley Moore Brown

Shirley Moore Brown

Jun 10, 2023

 

Shirley Moore Brown, 82, of Charlotte, NC died peacefully with her family by her side on June 10th, 2023.  She was born in Wilkes-Barre, PA on April 1st, 1941.  Shirley is survived by her son Martin Moore, son Brian Moore and daughter-in-law, Kate Moore, son Eric Moore and daughter-in-law, Kristy Misch.  Shirley was a very loving grandmother to Martin Moore,...

George Wood

George Wood

Jun 9, 2023

George Robert Wood, 67 Of Huntersville , NC passed away on June 9, 2023.  George was born in Edinburgh, Scotland on January 22, 1956 to the late James and Cecelia Wood.

He is survived by his wife, Michelle Kathleen Wood; sister, Cecelia Young; and several family and loved ones in Scotland.

George was a European Coach Driver where he met...

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