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Local Obituaries for Huntersville & Denver in North Carolina

Detlef Wolfgang Jaekel

Detlef Wolfgang Jaekel

Feb 23, 2025

Detlef Wolfgang Jaekel, 74, of Huntersville, NC passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025.

Detlef was born in Prenzlau, Germany on January 16, 1951 to the late Herbert and Elfriede Jaekel. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by eight of his nine siblings. He is survived by Heidi Jaekel, his wife of 55 years and his older sister,...

Roger Porubsky

Roger Porubsky

Feb 23, 2025

Roger Ludwig Porubsky, 83, of Huntersville, North Carolina, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, was called home to be with our Lord on February 23, 2025. 

Roger was born in Milwaukee, WI on March 15, 1941 to the late Ludwig and Adele Porubsky. The oldest of seven, Roger married the love of his life when he was just 21...

William P. Reed, Jr.

William P. Reed, Jr.

Feb 21, 2025

William P. Reed Jr. (Bill), 70, died on February 21, 2025, in Davidson, North Carolina. He was born in Riverside, California on June 23rd,1954 to Phoebe Ann Hunt Reed and William Preston Reed. Bill traveled extensively with his Air Force family until moving to Atlanta, Georgia as a teenager when his father and mother retired. Bill graduated from Northside High...

Gregory Clifford Houser

Gregory Clifford Houser

Feb 20, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Gregory Houser, who left this world far too soon on February 20, 2025. Greg was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished son, and brother. He brought light and joy to everyone who knew him, radiating happiness and always being the life of the party.

Born on November 1, 1990, Greg was the beloved...

Nancy Ann Webb

Nancy Ann Webb

Feb 19, 2025

Nancy Ann Webb, a beloved mother, wife, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on May 25, 1950, in Dayton, Ohio, Nancy was a vibrant spirit who brought light and laughter to everyone she encountered.

Nancy's love for connecting with others was evident in the ease with which she made new...

Eva Jane Nantz

Eva Jane Nantz

Feb 19, 2025

Eva Jane Nantz, born on September 23, 1931, peacefully passed away on February 19, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering dedication. Jane's life was richly woven with family and faith; she was a devoted wife to her late husband, North Eugene Nantz, with whom she shared a loving marriage from 1950 until his passing in 1997....

Andrew Ole Heggen, Jr.

Andrew Ole Heggen, Jr.

Feb 16, 2025

Andrew Ole Heggen, Jr., aged 72, passed away on February 16, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Born on July 11, 1952, in Troy, New York, Andrew was a devoted husband, father, brother, and grandfather who left an indelible mark on all those who had the privilege of knowing him.

Educated at Averill Park High School and furthering his craft at Watervliet...

Steven Paul Humpal

Steven Paul Humpal

Feb 15, 2025

In Loving Memory of Steven Paul Humpal

April 24, 1975 – February 15, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Steven Paul Humpal, age 49, of Davidson, North Carolina, on February 15, 2025. He was a devoted son, father, husband, brother, and friend.

Steve was preceded in death by his mother, Kelly Humpal, whose influence shaped his steadfast...

Linda McLaughlin

Linda McLaughlin

Feb 11, 2025

Linda Overbey McLaughlin, 80, of Huntersville, North Carolina passed away on February 11, 2025.

Linda was born in Johnson City, Tennessee on September 13, 1944 to the late John William Overbey and Dorothy Robertson Overbey.

Along with her parents, Linda is preceded in death by her brother, John William Overbey (Bill).

Linda is survived by her husband, Philip Michael McLaughlin (Mike) of 58...

Paul "Ken" Kenneth Hageman

Paul "Ken" Kenneth Hageman

Feb 9, 2025

Paul Kenneth Hageman, known to his family and friends as Ken, was born on October 15, 1946, in Danville, Illinois. He passed away on February 9, 2025, surrounded by family in Statesville, North Carolina, after courageously fighting Multiple Myeloma for 13 years. Throughout his journey, Ken remained committed to contributing to cancer research by participating in clinical drug studies, demonstrating...

Donald Gray Stillie

Donald Gray Stillie

Feb 9, 2025

Donald Stillie, 86, of Concord, NC passed away February 9, 2025. 

Services will be privately held by the family.

Genevieve Carol Elms

Genevieve Carol Elms

Feb 8, 2025

Services will be held in NY by Chase and Son Funeral Home. 

Louis Franklin "Frank" McDonald

Louis Franklin "Frank" McDonald

Feb 6, 2025

Louis Franklin McDonald Jr., “Frank” went to his eternal home in heaven on February 6, 2025. He was born on April 30, 1963, in Atlanta, Georgia to parents Elizabeth “Libba” (Williams) and Louis Franklin McDonald, Sr.

 Frank graduated from the Lovett School where he was a member of the National Honor Society and the Varsity baseball team. He was an active...

Donna Frazier

Donna Frazier

Feb 6, 2025

Donna Eaton Kennedy Frazier, 84, of Davidson, North Carolina passed away on February 6, 2025. Donna was born in Lepanto, Arkansas on December 23, 1940 to the late Clyde A. Eaton and Loyce M. Lynch. Along with her parents Donna is preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Hal “Paw Paw” Frazier, her twin brother, Donald Eaton, 3...

Linda Sedgwick

Linda Sedgwick

Feb 5, 2025

Linda Sedgwick, a truly creative spirit and beloved family member, passed away on February 5, 2025, in Cornelius, North Carolina, at the age of 79. Born on December 23, 1945, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Linda's journey through life was marked by her artistic talents, spiritual depth, and zest for living.

Growing up in Cincinnati, Linda developed an appreciation for the arts and...

Louis Eugene Genett

Louis Eugene Genett

Feb 4, 2025

Louis Eugene Genett, Jr, 80, of Denver, North Carolina passed away on February 4, 2025. Louis was born on October 29, 1944 in Alexandria, Louisiana to the late Louis Eugene Genett Sr and Lynn Richie Genett. Louis left a legacy of kindness through his generosity and authentic love for people. He will always be remembered for his positive outlook on...

Lucas Solomon

Lucas Solomon

Feb 4, 2025

Lucas Solomon, born on January 28, 1945, left this world on February 4, 2025. He was a cherished husband, brother, uncle, and stepfather whose spirit touched the lives of many.

Lucas is survived by his devoted wife, Alice Solomon, who stood beside him through thick and thin. He also leaves behind his beloved sisters, Terrie Sites and her husband Greg, Sarah...

Donald Lee Collins

Donald Lee Collins

Feb 4, 2025

Donald Lee Collins, 74, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on February 4th, 2025.

Donald was born in Greensboro, NC, on June 1, 1950, to the late Floyd Collins and Lena May Collins. After graduating from Garinger High School in 1970, he married his high school sweetheart, Patricia, on July 2, 1971, and was a loyal and loving husband to her for...

Karen Morse

Karen Morse

Feb 4, 2025

Karen Lee Morse, 72, passed away February 4, 2025, at her home in Cornelius, North Carolina. She was born on June 11, 1952, in St. Charles, Illinois, to Martin Vroman and La Vyrne (Kreitz) Vroman, and spent her childhood and most of her adult years in that Fox Valley area. She held a variety of clerical, accounting, and office management...

Virgle Ray Endsley

Virgle Ray Endsley

Feb 4, 2025

Virgle Ray Endsley, 87, of Charlotte, NC passed away on February 4, 2025.

Ray was born in Newcomb Township on October 1, 1937 to the late Levi Endsley and Maude Endsley.

Ray was an Army Veteran.  He served as a Combat Engineer.  He served from January 10, 1956 to January 9, 1962.  While he served, he received the Good Conduct medal.

Along with...

Local Obituaries for the Lake Norman Community

Detlef Wolfgang Jaekel

Detlef Wolfgang Jaekel

Feb 23, 2025

Detlef Wolfgang Jaekel, 74, of Huntersville, NC passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025.

Detlef was born in Prenzlau, Germany on January 16, 1951 to the late Herbert and Elfriede Jaekel. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by eight of his nine siblings. He is survived by Heidi Jaekel, his wife of 55 years and his older sister,...

Roger Porubsky

Roger Porubsky

Feb 23, 2025

Roger Ludwig Porubsky, 83, of Huntersville, North Carolina, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, was called home to be with our Lord on February 23, 2025. 

Roger was born in Milwaukee, WI on March 15, 1941 to the late Ludwig and Adele Porubsky. The oldest of seven, Roger married the love of his life when he was just 21...

William P. Reed, Jr.

William P. Reed, Jr.

Feb 21, 2025

William P. Reed Jr. (Bill), 70, died on February 21, 2025, in Davidson, North Carolina. He was born in Riverside, California on June 23rd,1954 to Phoebe Ann Hunt Reed and William Preston Reed. Bill traveled extensively with his Air Force family until moving to Atlanta, Georgia as a teenager when his father and mother retired. Bill graduated from Northside High...

Gregory Clifford Houser

Gregory Clifford Houser

Feb 20, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Gregory Houser, who left this world far too soon on February 20, 2025. Greg was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished son, and brother. He brought light and joy to everyone who knew him, radiating happiness and always being the life of the party.

Born on November 1, 1990, Greg was the beloved...

Nancy Ann Webb

Nancy Ann Webb

Feb 19, 2025

Nancy Ann Webb, a beloved mother, wife, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on May 25, 1950, in Dayton, Ohio, Nancy was a vibrant spirit who brought light and laughter to everyone she encountered.

Nancy's love for connecting with others was evident in the ease with which she made new...

Eva Jane Nantz

Eva Jane Nantz

Feb 19, 2025

Eva Jane Nantz, born on September 23, 1931, peacefully passed away on February 19, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering dedication. Jane's life was richly woven with family and faith; she was a devoted wife to her late husband, North Eugene Nantz, with whom she shared a loving marriage from 1950 until his passing in 1997....

Andrew Ole Heggen, Jr.

Andrew Ole Heggen, Jr.

Feb 16, 2025

Andrew Ole Heggen, Jr., aged 72, passed away on February 16, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Born on July 11, 1952, in Troy, New York, Andrew was a devoted husband, father, brother, and grandfather who left an indelible mark on all those who had the privilege of knowing him.

Educated at Averill Park High School and furthering his craft at Watervliet...

Steven Paul Humpal

Steven Paul Humpal

Feb 15, 2025

In Loving Memory of Steven Paul Humpal

April 24, 1975 – February 15, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Steven Paul Humpal, age 49, of Davidson, North Carolina, on February 15, 2025. He was a devoted son, father, husband, brother, and friend.

Steve was preceded in death by his mother, Kelly Humpal, whose influence shaped his steadfast...

Linda McLaughlin

Linda McLaughlin

Feb 11, 2025

Linda Overbey McLaughlin, 80, of Huntersville, North Carolina passed away on February 11, 2025.

Linda was born in Johnson City, Tennessee on September 13, 1944 to the late John William Overbey and Dorothy Robertson Overbey.

Along with her parents, Linda is preceded in death by her brother, John William Overbey (Bill).

Linda is survived by her husband, Philip Michael McLaughlin (Mike) of 58...

Paul "Ken" Kenneth Hageman

Paul "Ken" Kenneth Hageman

Feb 9, 2025

Paul Kenneth Hageman, known to his family and friends as Ken, was born on October 15, 1946, in Danville, Illinois. He passed away on February 9, 2025, surrounded by family in Statesville, North Carolina, after courageously fighting Multiple Myeloma for 13 years. Throughout his journey, Ken remained committed to contributing to cancer research by participating in clinical drug studies, demonstrating...

Donald Gray Stillie

Donald Gray Stillie

Feb 9, 2025

Donald Stillie, 86, of Concord, NC passed away February 9, 2025. 

Services will be privately held by the family.

Genevieve Carol Elms

Genevieve Carol Elms

Feb 8, 2025

Services will be held in NY by Chase and Son Funeral Home. 

Louis Franklin "Frank" McDonald

Louis Franklin "Frank" McDonald

Feb 6, 2025

Louis Franklin McDonald Jr., “Frank” went to his eternal home in heaven on February 6, 2025. He was born on April 30, 1963, in Atlanta, Georgia to parents Elizabeth “Libba” (Williams) and Louis Franklin McDonald, Sr.

 Frank graduated from the Lovett School where he was a member of the National Honor Society and the Varsity baseball team. He was an active...

Donna Frazier

Donna Frazier

Feb 6, 2025

Donna Eaton Kennedy Frazier, 84, of Davidson, North Carolina passed away on February 6, 2025. Donna was born in Lepanto, Arkansas on December 23, 1940 to the late Clyde A. Eaton and Loyce M. Lynch. Along with her parents Donna is preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Hal “Paw Paw” Frazier, her twin brother, Donald Eaton, 3...

Linda Sedgwick

Linda Sedgwick

Feb 5, 2025

Linda Sedgwick, a truly creative spirit and beloved family member, passed away on February 5, 2025, in Cornelius, North Carolina, at the age of 79. Born on December 23, 1945, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Linda's journey through life was marked by her artistic talents, spiritual depth, and zest for living.

Growing up in Cincinnati, Linda developed an appreciation for the arts and...

Louis Eugene Genett

Louis Eugene Genett

Feb 4, 2025

Louis Eugene Genett, Jr, 80, of Denver, North Carolina passed away on February 4, 2025. Louis was born on October 29, 1944 in Alexandria, Louisiana to the late Louis Eugene Genett Sr and Lynn Richie Genett. Louis left a legacy of kindness through his generosity and authentic love for people. He will always be remembered for his positive outlook on...

Lucas Solomon

Lucas Solomon

Feb 4, 2025

Lucas Solomon, born on January 28, 1945, left this world on February 4, 2025. He was a cherished husband, brother, uncle, and stepfather whose spirit touched the lives of many.

Lucas is survived by his devoted wife, Alice Solomon, who stood beside him through thick and thin. He also leaves behind his beloved sisters, Terrie Sites and her husband Greg, Sarah...

Donald Lee Collins

Donald Lee Collins

Feb 4, 2025

Donald Lee Collins, 74, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on February 4th, 2025.

Donald was born in Greensboro, NC, on June 1, 1950, to the late Floyd Collins and Lena May Collins. After graduating from Garinger High School in 1970, he married his high school sweetheart, Patricia, on July 2, 1971, and was a loyal and loving husband to her for...

Karen Morse

Karen Morse

Feb 4, 2025

Karen Lee Morse, 72, passed away February 4, 2025, at her home in Cornelius, North Carolina. She was born on June 11, 1952, in St. Charles, Illinois, to Martin Vroman and La Vyrne (Kreitz) Vroman, and spent her childhood and most of her adult years in that Fox Valley area. She held a variety of clerical, accounting, and office management...

Virgle Ray Endsley

Virgle Ray Endsley

Feb 4, 2025

Virgle Ray Endsley, 87, of Charlotte, NC passed away on February 4, 2025.

Ray was born in Newcomb Township on October 1, 1937 to the late Levi Endsley and Maude Endsley.

Ray was an Army Veteran.  He served as a Combat Engineer.  He served from January 10, 1956 to January 9, 1962.  While he served, he received the Good Conduct medal.

Along with...

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