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Local Obituaries for Huntersville & Denver in North Carolina

Sarah Jane Lentz

Sarah Jane Lentz

Oct 17, 2023

Sarah Jane Lentz died Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at home in The Pines of Davidson. She was 85. She was the middle child of Adaline (Yost) and Harry Updegrove, both of Shamokin, Pennsylvania, wife of 61 years to Ronald James Lentz, also of Shamokin, and mother to Connie Jane Wessner of Davidson, North Carolina.

Growing up in Shamokin, Jane immersed...

Jay Gobeille

Jay Gobeille

Oct 17, 2023

Jay Gobeille, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on October 17, 2023. He was born on July 9, 1961, in Rhode Island. Jay had a remarkable personality that was characterized by his humor and friendliness. He had an uncanny ability to make people laugh and never met a stranger. Jay was always willing to help others and would...

Dianne Cox Laws

Dianne Cox Laws

Oct 17, 2023

Dianne Cox Laws, 81, of Denver, NC passed away on October 17, 2023. Dianne was born in Charlotte, NC On October 12, 1942, to the late Clyde Woodrow Cox, Sr, and Jewell Crowder Cox.

Along with her parents, Dianne is preceded in death by her brother, Larry Cox and son, Don Lanham.

She is survived by her husband of 34...

Robert Logan IV

Robert Logan IV

Oct 13, 2023

Robert Logan IV, 97, of Davidson, NC, passed away on October 13, 2023   Robert (Bob) Logan was born in Groggan, Northern Ireland, on September 4, 1926, to the late Robert Logan III and Mary Agnes Logan.    Along with his parents, Robert is preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Elizabeth Logan, his sister Nellie Logan Nesbitt, his brother...

Elden "Don" Shafer

Elden "Don" Shafer

Oct 11, 2023

Elden Dean Shafer Jr. (Don), 80, of Cornelius, NC passed away on Wednesday, October 11th, 2023. Don was born in Sioux Falls, SD on May 15th, 1943, to the late Elden Dean Shafer Sr. and Bernice Lorraine Shafer.

Don was a U.S. Air Force Veteran having served in the Vietnam War as part of the United States Air Force Security...

Peter Robert Southworth

Peter Robert Southworth

Oct 10, 2023

Peter R. Southworth, 83, of Charlotte, NC passed away on October 10, 2023. Peter was born in Minnesota on August 27, 1940, to the late Laura and Wilbur Southworth. Along with his parents, Peter is preceded in death by his sister Mary Anne Schreiber and his beloved wife Betsy.

He is survived by his daughters Stephanie, Jenny, Katie and her...

Donna Ann Peterson

Donna Ann Peterson

Oct 9, 2023

Donna Ann Peterson, a beloved woman known for her compassionate spirit and fierce dedication to her family, passed away on October 9, 2023 in Huntersville, North Carolina. She was born on November 12, 1934, in Elsie, Nebraska to Fred and Lela Glunz and raised with her seven siblings on the family farm.Donna's journey in life was marked by her incredible...

Harriet Milford Burden McGuire

Harriet Milford Burden McGuire

Oct 6, 2023

Harriet Milford Burden McGuire   June 6, 1943 - October 6, 2023   What a lovely lady!   Our Mother’s life was a living example of kindness and compassion. She was a strong woman who faced every challenge in her life with courage and dignity. Being the kind, caring and giving person she was, she never missed a Thursday call...

Chester Wojton Jr.

Chester Wojton Jr.

Oct 5, 2023

In Loving Memory

 Chester Wojton, Jr.

 September 4, 1934 – October 5, 2023

Chester Wojton Jr., 89 of Concord, NC passed away at home on Thursday, October 5th surrounded by his loving family. Chester will be remembered as a devoted son, husband, father, uncle and grandfather. Chester was born in Elizabeth, NJ in 1934. He is a graduate of Woodbridge...

Ann Kathleen Barker

Ann Kathleen Barker

Oct 4, 2023

Ann Kathleen “Kate” Anders Barker 92 years young, of Denver, NC passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. 

Kate was born in Barnardsville, NC to the late John and Nellie Clyde Shepherd Anders. She married Johnny Cranford Barker in 1954 in Conway, SC.  They had five children together.

Kate was a gracious and loving wife, mother, friend, and...

Johnny "Mike" Michael Hager

Johnny "Mike" Michael Hager

Oct 3, 2023

Johnny Michael "Mike" Hager, passed away on October 3, 2023. Born in Cornelius, NC on March 10, 1949, Mike grew up in a warm and loving family. His parents, William E. Hager and Dorothy Jackson Hager, built the house Mike resided in most of his life. His mother, "Dot" Hager retired as Cornelius' old town Librarian. Mike retired as an...

Kathleen Elizabeth Marino

Kathleen Elizabeth Marino

Oct 2, 2023

With heavy hearts, we share the news of the peaceful passing of Kathleen (Kathie) Elizabeth Marino, aged 57, on October 2, 2023.   Kathie (also known as“KitKat”) came into this world on January 14, 1966, in Bronx, New York, born to Coleman and Rosemarie Braddish. She was the cherished wife of Joseph Marino and a devoted mother to Jessica Marino...

Jonathan Dean Cole

Jonathan Dean Cole

Oct 2, 2023

Jonathan Dean Cole, born on August 23, 2002, in Charlotte NC, Jonathan went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 2, 2023. Jonathan's life will be celebrated with a Memorial Service on October 14, 2023, at 3:00 PM at Grace Covenant Church in Cornelius, NC. The family will receive all those who wish to join the...

Wilma Smith

Wilma Smith

Sep 30, 2023

Services will be held in New York.

Joseph Michael Ryan

Joseph Michael Ryan

Sep 30, 2023

Joseph Michael Ryan, aged 20, passed away on September 30th, 2023, while doing what he loved: hiking in the mountains. 

Joseph, affectionately known as “Jojo” to his family, was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, on June 5th, 2003 to his father Michael and his mother Steffany. Growing up, Joseph was known for his vibrant energy and beautiful smile. He spent...

Joanne M. Cerosky

Joanne M. Cerosky

Sep 30, 2023

Joanne Gauker Cerosky, 78, of Huntersville passed away on September 30, 2023. She was born September 21, 1945 in New York City to the late William W. Gauker (Kauker) and Gertrude Barrett.   She loved to work with children and was a preschool teacher at Mt. Zion UMC, as well as providing childcare at multiple churches in the Charlotte area...

Jana Laurette Comer

Jana Laurette Comer

Sep 30, 2023

Jana Laurette Comer, a beloved figure known for her unwavering faith and dedication to ministering to women, passed away on September 30, 2023. Jana's impact on the lives of those around her was immeasurable, as she provided solace and support during some of their most challenging times.Born on January 12, 1960, in Jasper, Texas, Jana grew up with a strong...

Dianne Pauline Raymer

Dianne Pauline Raymer

Sep 29, 2023

Dianne Pauline Raymer, 77, beloved wife of the late Richard T. Raymer, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 29, 2023, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s.

Dianne was born in Kannapolis, NC, and was the daughter of the late William Gaddy, III and Pauline Gaddy.

Dianne was a kind and gentle soul, known for her unwavering faith and devotion to...

Christina Anne McGovern

Christina Anne McGovern

Sep 27, 2023

Christina Anne McGovern, nee Brennan, of Huntersville, NC, passed away peacefully at age 87 surrounded by her family on September 27, 2023.

Born in Knockcroghery, County Roscommon, Ireland, to Bridget Dolan Brennan and Luke Brennan, she was one of five children in the Brennan household.

Christina came to the United States as a young adult in search of a...

Edward Richard Unitis, Sr.

Edward Richard Unitis, Sr.

Sep 26, 2023

Edward Richard Unitis, Sr., 92, of Huntersville, NC passed away on September 26, 2023. He was born at home on July 4, 1931, in North Chicago, IL to the late Alexander Edward Unitis and Annette Ann Unitis.  He was a first generation American citizen with both parents being born in Lithuania and meeting in the U.S.  He graduated from Waukegan...

Local Obituaries for the Lake Norman Community

Sarah Jane Lentz

Sarah Jane Lentz

Oct 17, 2023

Sarah Jane Lentz died Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at home in The Pines of Davidson. She was 85. She was the middle child of Adaline (Yost) and Harry Updegrove, both of Shamokin, Pennsylvania, wife of 61 years to Ronald James Lentz, also of Shamokin, and mother to Connie Jane Wessner of Davidson, North Carolina.

Growing up in Shamokin, Jane immersed...

Jay Gobeille

Jay Gobeille

Oct 17, 2023

Jay Gobeille, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on October 17, 2023. He was born on July 9, 1961, in Rhode Island. Jay had a remarkable personality that was characterized by his humor and friendliness. He had an uncanny ability to make people laugh and never met a stranger. Jay was always willing to help others and would...

Dianne Cox Laws

Dianne Cox Laws

Oct 17, 2023

Dianne Cox Laws, 81, of Denver, NC passed away on October 17, 2023. Dianne was born in Charlotte, NC On October 12, 1942, to the late Clyde Woodrow Cox, Sr, and Jewell Crowder Cox.

Along with her parents, Dianne is preceded in death by her brother, Larry Cox and son, Don Lanham.

She is survived by her husband of 34...

Robert Logan IV

Robert Logan IV

Oct 13, 2023

Robert Logan IV, 97, of Davidson, NC, passed away on October 13, 2023   Robert (Bob) Logan was born in Groggan, Northern Ireland, on September 4, 1926, to the late Robert Logan III and Mary Agnes Logan.    Along with his parents, Robert is preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Elizabeth Logan, his sister Nellie Logan Nesbitt, his brother...

Elden "Don" Shafer

Elden "Don" Shafer

Oct 11, 2023

Elden Dean Shafer Jr. (Don), 80, of Cornelius, NC passed away on Wednesday, October 11th, 2023. Don was born in Sioux Falls, SD on May 15th, 1943, to the late Elden Dean Shafer Sr. and Bernice Lorraine Shafer.

Don was a U.S. Air Force Veteran having served in the Vietnam War as part of the United States Air Force Security...

Peter Robert Southworth

Peter Robert Southworth

Oct 10, 2023

Peter R. Southworth, 83, of Charlotte, NC passed away on October 10, 2023. Peter was born in Minnesota on August 27, 1940, to the late Laura and Wilbur Southworth. Along with his parents, Peter is preceded in death by his sister Mary Anne Schreiber and his beloved wife Betsy.

He is survived by his daughters Stephanie, Jenny, Katie and her...

Donna Ann Peterson

Donna Ann Peterson

Oct 9, 2023

Donna Ann Peterson, a beloved woman known for her compassionate spirit and fierce dedication to her family, passed away on October 9, 2023 in Huntersville, North Carolina. She was born on November 12, 1934, in Elsie, Nebraska to Fred and Lela Glunz and raised with her seven siblings on the family farm.Donna's journey in life was marked by her incredible...

Harriet Milford Burden McGuire

Harriet Milford Burden McGuire

Oct 6, 2023

Harriet Milford Burden McGuire   June 6, 1943 - October 6, 2023   What a lovely lady!   Our Mother’s life was a living example of kindness and compassion. She was a strong woman who faced every challenge in her life with courage and dignity. Being the kind, caring and giving person she was, she never missed a Thursday call...

Chester Wojton Jr.

Chester Wojton Jr.

Oct 5, 2023

In Loving Memory

 Chester Wojton, Jr.

 September 4, 1934 – October 5, 2023

Chester Wojton Jr., 89 of Concord, NC passed away at home on Thursday, October 5th surrounded by his loving family. Chester will be remembered as a devoted son, husband, father, uncle and grandfather. Chester was born in Elizabeth, NJ in 1934. He is a graduate of Woodbridge...

Ann Kathleen Barker

Ann Kathleen Barker

Oct 4, 2023

Ann Kathleen “Kate” Anders Barker 92 years young, of Denver, NC passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. 

Kate was born in Barnardsville, NC to the late John and Nellie Clyde Shepherd Anders. She married Johnny Cranford Barker in 1954 in Conway, SC.  They had five children together.

Kate was a gracious and loving wife, mother, friend, and...

Johnny "Mike" Michael Hager

Johnny "Mike" Michael Hager

Oct 3, 2023

Johnny Michael "Mike" Hager, passed away on October 3, 2023. Born in Cornelius, NC on March 10, 1949, Mike grew up in a warm and loving family. His parents, William E. Hager and Dorothy Jackson Hager, built the house Mike resided in most of his life. His mother, "Dot" Hager retired as Cornelius' old town Librarian. Mike retired as an...

Kathleen Elizabeth Marino

Kathleen Elizabeth Marino

Oct 2, 2023

With heavy hearts, we share the news of the peaceful passing of Kathleen (Kathie) Elizabeth Marino, aged 57, on October 2, 2023.   Kathie (also known as“KitKat”) came into this world on January 14, 1966, in Bronx, New York, born to Coleman and Rosemarie Braddish. She was the cherished wife of Joseph Marino and a devoted mother to Jessica Marino...

Jonathan Dean Cole

Jonathan Dean Cole

Oct 2, 2023

Jonathan Dean Cole, born on August 23, 2002, in Charlotte NC, Jonathan went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 2, 2023. Jonathan's life will be celebrated with a Memorial Service on October 14, 2023, at 3:00 PM at Grace Covenant Church in Cornelius, NC. The family will receive all those who wish to join the...

Wilma Smith

Wilma Smith

Sep 30, 2023

Services will be held in New York.

Joseph Michael Ryan

Joseph Michael Ryan

Sep 30, 2023

Joseph Michael Ryan, aged 20, passed away on September 30th, 2023, while doing what he loved: hiking in the mountains. 

Joseph, affectionately known as “Jojo” to his family, was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, on June 5th, 2003 to his father Michael and his mother Steffany. Growing up, Joseph was known for his vibrant energy and beautiful smile. He spent...

Joanne M. Cerosky

Joanne M. Cerosky

Sep 30, 2023

Joanne Gauker Cerosky, 78, of Huntersville passed away on September 30, 2023. She was born September 21, 1945 in New York City to the late William W. Gauker (Kauker) and Gertrude Barrett.   She loved to work with children and was a preschool teacher at Mt. Zion UMC, as well as providing childcare at multiple churches in the Charlotte area...

Jana Laurette Comer

Jana Laurette Comer

Sep 30, 2023

Jana Laurette Comer, a beloved figure known for her unwavering faith and dedication to ministering to women, passed away on September 30, 2023. Jana's impact on the lives of those around her was immeasurable, as she provided solace and support during some of their most challenging times.Born on January 12, 1960, in Jasper, Texas, Jana grew up with a strong...

Dianne Pauline Raymer

Dianne Pauline Raymer

Sep 29, 2023

Dianne Pauline Raymer, 77, beloved wife of the late Richard T. Raymer, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 29, 2023, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s.

Dianne was born in Kannapolis, NC, and was the daughter of the late William Gaddy, III and Pauline Gaddy.

Dianne was a kind and gentle soul, known for her unwavering faith and devotion to...

Christina Anne McGovern

Christina Anne McGovern

Sep 27, 2023

Christina Anne McGovern, nee Brennan, of Huntersville, NC, passed away peacefully at age 87 surrounded by her family on September 27, 2023.

Born in Knockcroghery, County Roscommon, Ireland, to Bridget Dolan Brennan and Luke Brennan, she was one of five children in the Brennan household.

Christina came to the United States as a young adult in search of a...

Edward Richard Unitis, Sr.

Edward Richard Unitis, Sr.

Sep 26, 2023

Edward Richard Unitis, Sr., 92, of Huntersville, NC passed away on September 26, 2023. He was born at home on July 4, 1931, in North Chicago, IL to the late Alexander Edward Unitis and Annette Ann Unitis.  He was a first generation American citizen with both parents being born in Lithuania and meeting in the U.S.  He graduated from Waukegan...

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