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Local Obituaries for Huntersville & Denver in North Carolina

Ray'Jene Donise Templeton

Ray'Jene Donise Templeton

Jan 31, 2025

Ray'Jene Donise Templeton, 28, of Charlotte passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025.

Ray'Jene Donise Templeton, affectionately known as "RJ" to family and friends, was born on January 20, 1997, in Charlotte, NC. She was a proud graduate of Vance High School and a vibrant soul who brought joy and creativity to all who knew her.

RJ was the beloved daughter of...

Vittorio Cascianelli

Vittorio Cascianelli

Jan 31, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Vittorio Cascianelli on January 31, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 15, 1977, in Detroit, MI, Victor made an indelible mark on the lives of many through his talented work as a designer and the positive influence he had as a leader.

Victor's career was characterized by...

Jean Jones

Jean Jones

Jan 31, 2025

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Richard McArthur

Richard McArthur

Jan 27, 2025

Richard Charles McArthur went to be with the Lord on January 27, 2025.

Richard was born in Omaha, Nebraska on August 23, 1961 to parents Donald & Mary Thomas McArthur. Richard grew up in Ft. Lauder-dale, Florida. 

Richard was a 3 sport athlete in High School playing Football, Basketball & Track. In 1979, Richard was the Class A state champion in the...

Barbara Smith

Barbara Smith

Jan 25, 2025

Forty, in case you didn’t know.

Forty is how many jelly beans that can be crammed into the mouth of a teenaged girl, a discovery mankind still might be seeking today were if not for a blonde and green-eyed wild child named Barb Ryan and her buddies Karen Lloyd and Heather Douthit a half-century ago. And only 40, Barb could verify,...

Richard "Rick" Allen Rowan

Richard "Rick" Allen Rowan

Jan 21, 2025

Richard Allen Rowan, age 80, passed away on January 21, 2025 from heart disease at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte NC. Rick was born November 17, 1944 in Altoona, PA, the youngest child of Richard Matthew Rowan and Helen Genevieve (Isenberg) Rowan. He is survived by his wife Vicki Brown Rowan of Denver, NC; his son James Richard (Rebecca) Rowan...

Tommy Paul Davis

Tommy Paul Davis

Jan 20, 2025

Tommy Paul Davis, 55, passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025. He was born on December 4, 1969 in Iredell County, the son of Floyd and Mary Belle Davis.

In addition to his parents, Tommy is survived by his siblings, Tammy Pierson, Ruth Dahlon (Lee), Judy Strider (Cameron), Margaret Davis (Carlos), seven nieces and nephews, seven great nieces and great nephews,...

Thomas Scott Crawford

Thomas Scott Crawford

Jan 20, 2025

Thomas Scott Crawford—more commonly known as Scott—touched our lives from April 2, 1963, until January 20, 2025. Born and raised in Bayonne, New Jersey, Scott moved to North Carolina with his family in 2001 where the Carolinas became his new home. 

He wasn’t just a builder of structures; he was a builder of friendships, laughter, and unforgettable memories over his 24...

John Franklin Dickson

John Franklin Dickson

Jan 19, 2025

John Franklin Dickson, 93, of Statesville, NC passed away on January 19, 2025.

John was born in Charlotte, NC on October 18, 1931 to the late Lloyd B. Dickson and Vera Turner Dickson.

Along with his parents, John is preceded in death by his wife Caroline M. Dickson; two brothers Ben Dickson and Robert Dickson; three sisters Vera Buff, Doris Jeffries, and...

Mary Ellen Walsh

Mary Ellen Walsh

Jan 16, 2025

Mary Ellen (Mulqueen) Walsh, 87, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025. 

Born in Youngstown, Ohio, Mary Ellen was the only daughter of Joseph and Beatrice (Knauff) Mulqueen. She attended Saint Dominic School, Ursuline High School, and Saint Elizabeth School of Nursing. Her years in Catholic schools cultivated Mary Ellen’s lifelong devotion to the Church and to her faith. 

Mary Ellen’s adventurous...

David Edward Wilson

David Edward Wilson

Jan 16, 2025

Bubba, Big Damn Dave, Boo (to his mom), "The Baby Whisperer", passed away on January 16, 2025 after a short illness.

David loved "Here Come the Mummies", shooting, and camping "mountain man" style.  For him to be such an intimidating man, spiders and "nope ropes" could get him moving faster than anything that you could think of.  He was not always...

Norman Hess

Norman Hess

Jan 14, 2025

Norman Hess, 66, of Huntersville, passed away January 14, 2025.

Arrangements are incomplete, please check back for full obituary.

Thomas Maglietto, Jr.

Thomas Maglietto, Jr.

Jan 14, 2025

Thomas J. Maglietto Jr., 76, of Buffalo, NY, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on April 28, 1948, in Buffalo, Thomas lived a life full of love, humor, and dedication to family and friends.

Thomas was known for his great sense of humor, larger-than-life personality, and unwavering dedication to his family. He was never short...

William Charles Jr.

William Charles Jr.

Jan 13, 2025

William Charles Jr., age 84, passed away on January 13, 2025.

A graveside service will be held at Mt Zion Community Cemetery in Cornelius, NC on Friday, January 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM with the burial to follow.

Fawkia Saleh Mekky

Fawkia Saleh Mekky

Jan 12, 2025

Fawkia Saleh Mekky, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on September 1,1941, in Cairo, Egypt, Fawkia brought joy and laughter to all who had the pleasure of knowing her. With a Masters degree in Accounting, she had a sharp intellect that she often applied to her professional...

Douglas Greenlee

Douglas Greenlee

Jan 11, 2025

Douglas Greenlee, 77, of Huntersville, passed away January 11, 2025.

 Services will be privately held with the family.

Jennifer Mimma Jones

Jennifer Mimma Jones

Jan 11, 2025

Jennifer Mimma Jones, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on January 11, 2025, at the age of 56. 

Born on July 4, 1968, in Brooklyn, NY, Jennifer was a firecracker who brought light and warmth to everyone around her. She grew up and spent most of her time in New Jersey, before relocating...

Lawrence Kimbrough

Lawrence Kimbrough

Jan 10, 2025

Lawrence Maury Kimbrough, 83, a lifelong resident of Davidson, graduate of Davidson College, and skilled promoter of the region's development as a farsighted banker and philanthropist, died Jan. 10, 2025 of advanced dementia. 

Lawrence had an energetic spirit, a keen mind, and an empathetic heart. In his time, he worked hard, achieved success, and gave generously. Overall, Lawrence made an impact...

Ellen Johnson

Ellen Johnson

Jan 9, 2025

Ellen Louise (Hixson) Johnson, 89, of Cornelius, NC passed away on January 9, 2025.

Ellen was born in Minneapolis, MN on May 18, 1935 to the late James Everett Hixson and Edith Beatrice (Jaeger) Hixson. Along with her parents, she is preceeded in death by her husband, Donald James Johnson, her sister, Carol Anne Baune and Carol’s son Daniel Baune. She...

Shirley Gillespie Couch

Shirley Gillespie Couch

Jan 8, 2025

Shirley Gillespie Couch, 89, of Davidson, died January 8, 2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus. A cherished wife, devoted mother, and loving grammy, Shirley will be deeply missed by all who knew her. 

She was born on October 17, 1935 in New Holland, Georgia to Sarah Wilson and Joseph Wesley Gillespie. Shirley was married to Thomas William Couch on August 26, 1956...

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Ray'Jene Donise Templeton

Ray'Jene Donise Templeton

Jan 31, 2025

Ray'Jene Donise Templeton, 28, of Charlotte passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025.

Ray'Jene Donise Templeton, affectionately known as "RJ" to family and friends, was born on January 20, 1997, in Charlotte, NC. She was a proud graduate of Vance High School and a vibrant soul who brought joy and creativity to all who knew her.

RJ was the beloved daughter of...

Vittorio Cascianelli

Vittorio Cascianelli

Jan 31, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Vittorio Cascianelli on January 31, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 15, 1977, in Detroit, MI, Victor made an indelible mark on the lives of many through his talented work as a designer and the positive influence he had as a leader.

Victor's career was characterized by...

Jean Jones

Jean Jones

Jan 31, 2025

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Richard McArthur

Richard McArthur

Jan 27, 2025

Richard Charles McArthur went to be with the Lord on January 27, 2025.

Richard was born in Omaha, Nebraska on August 23, 1961 to parents Donald & Mary Thomas McArthur. Richard grew up in Ft. Lauder-dale, Florida. 

Richard was a 3 sport athlete in High School playing Football, Basketball & Track. In 1979, Richard was the Class A state champion in the...

Barbara Smith

Barbara Smith

Jan 25, 2025

Forty, in case you didn’t know.

Forty is how many jelly beans that can be crammed into the mouth of a teenaged girl, a discovery mankind still might be seeking today were if not for a blonde and green-eyed wild child named Barb Ryan and her buddies Karen Lloyd and Heather Douthit a half-century ago. And only 40, Barb could verify,...

Richard "Rick" Allen Rowan

Richard "Rick" Allen Rowan

Jan 21, 2025

Richard Allen Rowan, age 80, passed away on January 21, 2025 from heart disease at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte NC. Rick was born November 17, 1944 in Altoona, PA, the youngest child of Richard Matthew Rowan and Helen Genevieve (Isenberg) Rowan. He is survived by his wife Vicki Brown Rowan of Denver, NC; his son James Richard (Rebecca) Rowan...

Tommy Paul Davis

Tommy Paul Davis

Jan 20, 2025

Tommy Paul Davis, 55, passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025. He was born on December 4, 1969 in Iredell County, the son of Floyd and Mary Belle Davis.

In addition to his parents, Tommy is survived by his siblings, Tammy Pierson, Ruth Dahlon (Lee), Judy Strider (Cameron), Margaret Davis (Carlos), seven nieces and nephews, seven great nieces and great nephews,...

Thomas Scott Crawford

Thomas Scott Crawford

Jan 20, 2025

Thomas Scott Crawford—more commonly known as Scott—touched our lives from April 2, 1963, until January 20, 2025. Born and raised in Bayonne, New Jersey, Scott moved to North Carolina with his family in 2001 where the Carolinas became his new home. 

He wasn’t just a builder of structures; he was a builder of friendships, laughter, and unforgettable memories over his 24...

John Franklin Dickson

John Franklin Dickson

Jan 19, 2025

John Franklin Dickson, 93, of Statesville, NC passed away on January 19, 2025.

John was born in Charlotte, NC on October 18, 1931 to the late Lloyd B. Dickson and Vera Turner Dickson.

Along with his parents, John is preceded in death by his wife Caroline M. Dickson; two brothers Ben Dickson and Robert Dickson; three sisters Vera Buff, Doris Jeffries, and...

Mary Ellen Walsh

Mary Ellen Walsh

Jan 16, 2025

Mary Ellen (Mulqueen) Walsh, 87, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025. 

Born in Youngstown, Ohio, Mary Ellen was the only daughter of Joseph and Beatrice (Knauff) Mulqueen. She attended Saint Dominic School, Ursuline High School, and Saint Elizabeth School of Nursing. Her years in Catholic schools cultivated Mary Ellen’s lifelong devotion to the Church and to her faith. 

Mary Ellen’s adventurous...

David Edward Wilson

David Edward Wilson

Jan 16, 2025

Bubba, Big Damn Dave, Boo (to his mom), "The Baby Whisperer", passed away on January 16, 2025 after a short illness.

David loved "Here Come the Mummies", shooting, and camping "mountain man" style.  For him to be such an intimidating man, spiders and "nope ropes" could get him moving faster than anything that you could think of.  He was not always...

Norman Hess

Norman Hess

Jan 14, 2025

Norman Hess, 66, of Huntersville, passed away January 14, 2025.

Arrangements are incomplete, please check back for full obituary.

Thomas Maglietto, Jr.

Thomas Maglietto, Jr.

Jan 14, 2025

Thomas J. Maglietto Jr., 76, of Buffalo, NY, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on April 28, 1948, in Buffalo, Thomas lived a life full of love, humor, and dedication to family and friends.

Thomas was known for his great sense of humor, larger-than-life personality, and unwavering dedication to his family. He was never short...

William Charles Jr.

William Charles Jr.

Jan 13, 2025

William Charles Jr., age 84, passed away on January 13, 2025.

A graveside service will be held at Mt Zion Community Cemetery in Cornelius, NC on Friday, January 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM with the burial to follow.

Fawkia Saleh Mekky

Fawkia Saleh Mekky

Jan 12, 2025

Fawkia Saleh Mekky, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on September 1,1941, in Cairo, Egypt, Fawkia brought joy and laughter to all who had the pleasure of knowing her. With a Masters degree in Accounting, she had a sharp intellect that she often applied to her professional...

Douglas Greenlee

Douglas Greenlee

Jan 11, 2025

Douglas Greenlee, 77, of Huntersville, passed away January 11, 2025.

 Services will be privately held with the family.

Jennifer Mimma Jones

Jennifer Mimma Jones

Jan 11, 2025

Jennifer Mimma Jones, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on January 11, 2025, at the age of 56. 

Born on July 4, 1968, in Brooklyn, NY, Jennifer was a firecracker who brought light and warmth to everyone around her. She grew up and spent most of her time in New Jersey, before relocating...

Lawrence Kimbrough

Lawrence Kimbrough

Jan 10, 2025

Lawrence Maury Kimbrough, 83, a lifelong resident of Davidson, graduate of Davidson College, and skilled promoter of the region's development as a farsighted banker and philanthropist, died Jan. 10, 2025 of advanced dementia. 

Lawrence had an energetic spirit, a keen mind, and an empathetic heart. In his time, he worked hard, achieved success, and gave generously. Overall, Lawrence made an impact...

Ellen Johnson

Ellen Johnson

Jan 9, 2025

Ellen Louise (Hixson) Johnson, 89, of Cornelius, NC passed away on January 9, 2025.

Ellen was born in Minneapolis, MN on May 18, 1935 to the late James Everett Hixson and Edith Beatrice (Jaeger) Hixson. Along with her parents, she is preceeded in death by her husband, Donald James Johnson, her sister, Carol Anne Baune and Carol’s son Daniel Baune. She...

Shirley Gillespie Couch

Shirley Gillespie Couch

Jan 8, 2025

Shirley Gillespie Couch, 89, of Davidson, died January 8, 2025 at Atrium Health Cabarrus. A cherished wife, devoted mother, and loving grammy, Shirley will be deeply missed by all who knew her. 

She was born on October 17, 1935 in New Holland, Georgia to Sarah Wilson and Joseph Wesley Gillespie. Shirley was married to Thomas William Couch on August 26, 1956...

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