Obituaries

Jul 19, 2022

Janette R. Harper Jones, 49, transitioned on Tuesday July 19, 2022 at the Atrium Northeast hospital in Concord, NC from Covid-19 but was battling Lupus for many years. 

Janette was born to the late Michael Hicks and Regina Harper and granddaughter  of the late Emma R Harper on October 19, 1972 at Newark Beth-Israel Hospital in  Newark, NJ and was...

Jul 13, 2022

Donald Lee Hatley, 58 of Charlotte, NC passed away on July 13, 2022 at Atrium Health - Cabarrus.

Donnie was born in Charlotte, NC on June 21, 1964 to the late Donald Eugene and Helen Hatley.

He is survived by his son DJ Hatley of Washington state, Renee Hatley of Matthews, NC and sister Donna Martin of Concord, NC.

Donnie...

Jul 11, 2022

Andrew Anthony Fernandez, Jr., 70, of Charlotte, NC passed away on July 11, 2022.

Andrew was born in Copiague, NY on November 27, 1951 to the late Andrew Fernandez and Maureen Levey Fernandez.

He is survived by his wife Barbara Fernandez, daughters Desiree Botello and Christine Scholl, sons Chad and Justin Fernandez, grandchildren Talia Botello, Jayden Scholl, Jessenia Botello, Kaley...

Jul 11, 2022

Beverly Lee Thalman, 94, of Spencer, NC passed away on July 11, 2022.

Beverly was born in Brooklyn, NY on January 3, 1928 to the late Albert and Sylvia Lipton.

Along with her parents, Beverly is preceded in death by her husband William Thalman in 1986, sister Helen Beitler, and brother Marvin Lipton.

She is survived by her son Gary...

Jul 8, 2022

  Patricia Ann Till (Rounds) was born November 29, 1946 in Bertha, MN to Lyle and Hazel "EuDora" Rounds (Pfeffer). She was proceeded in death by her parents, her brother Donald J. Rounds and her husband, David K. Till.    She grew up on the family farm and graduated from Bertha High School. After she left the farm, she lived...

Jun 25, 2022

Suzanne “Sue” Dorothy Billiar, 76, of Concord, NC passed away on June 25, 2022. She was born in place Tonawanda, NY to the late Frederick and Dorothy Bodamer on June 14, 1946.

Sue is survived by her husband of nearly 25 years, Jack Billiar; daughter, Deborah Brignon and son-in-law, Joseph Brignon; daughter, Christine Tracy; daughter, Kimberly Hayes and son-in-law,...

Jun 23, 2022

Corene Ritch, 90, was born in Charlotte, NC on April 6, 1932 to Henry and Edna Howard, and passed away on June 23, 2022. 

Corene attended Tuckaseegee Elementary School in Charlotte before moving to Indian Trail, NC, where she graduated from Indian Trail School as valedictorian. After earning an Associate’s Degree at King’s Business College, she worked as a bookkeeper...

Jun 19, 2022

Jun 11, 2022

Irving Gregory was born September 24, 1931, in New York City to the late Fred and Susan Gregory.  He was the youngest of their three children.  He was brought up by his loving mother and his Uncle Josh and Aunt Maud Small. He departed this life on June 11, 2022, at the State Veteran’s Home in Salisbury, NC. Irving was...

Jun 11, 2022

Mr. Michael Kevin Simms Sr. a son of the late Mr. Daniel G Simms and Ms. Mary Elizabeth Thomas was born on December 15, 1951, in Alexandria, Virginia.  Mr. Simms attended the District of Columbia public school system.  He served his country by enlisting in the United States Navy.  Mr. Simms went home to be with the Lord on June...

Jun 10, 2022

Thomasene Kanipe Hogan, 85, passed away on June 10, 2022. Tommie, as her family and friends knew her, was born in Charlotte, NC, on October 13, 1936, to the late Georgia Lee Maner and Thomas Gadis Kanipe. A lifelong Charlottean, Tommie didn’t leave her beloved hometown except for some great summers spent in Myrtle Beach, SC, where she was awarded...

Jun 9, 2022

Mrs. Dorothy (Dotti) Sy, 82, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2022 at Novant Health in Charlotte, NC.She was born in Suriname, South America, and spent the majority of her youth in China. As a young adult she returned to Suriname prior to immigrating to the United States where she and her husband, Johannes started their family. After her husband’s...

Jun 6, 2022

John Joseph White of Harrisburg, NC passed away on June 6, 2022 at the age of 80 years old.  John was born in Paterson, NJ on July 20, 1941 to Jack and Marie White. He graduated from  St. John’s High School in 1958. Back then, John was known for his coppery-red hair and  could be found playing ball with his...

Jun 3, 2022

John "Karlis" Lukevics, 51, passed away on June 3, 2022 after a tragic sudden illness. Born April 24, 1971, Karlis was a lifelong Derita resident, graduate from North Mecklenburg High School and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte holding a degree in Business Administration. Throughout the years, he worked for LaPointe Honda, Wilkinson and Associates, Best Buy and, currently,...

Jun 1, 2022

Nicholas Edward Geesey, 38, of Harrisburg, NC passed away on June 1, 2022.

Nick was born in DeLand FL on February 18, 1984 to Scott Edward Geesey and Wanda Kay (Lingg) Geesey of Hanover PA.

Nick is preceded in death by his grandparents Richard Lingg of DeLand FL, Lenus Geesey and Wanda G Geesey both of Gettysburg PA.

Nick is...

May 27, 2022

Kenneth "Kenny" Bryan Arnold, 34, passed away on May 27, 2022.

Kenny was born in Charlotte on June 10, 1987 to Michael Arnold Sr. and the late Mary Lynn Arnold.

Along with his mother, Kenny is preceded in death by  his grandparents Arthur J Arnold, Leonard and Mary Jane Corcoran.

He is survived by his father Michael Arnold Sr.,...

May 25, 2022

Lorene Mary Rider Phillips, 86, passed away on May 25, 2022.

Lorene was born on March 24, 1936 and was raised in the mountains of West Virginia and moved to White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia as a young girl. The youngest of seven children, Lorene loved to read and learn at school. Some of Lorene's happiest memories were from her...

May 24, 2022

Harvey Gates Townsend, 45, of Charlotte, NC passed away on May 22nd, 2022. Harvey was born in Erie, PA on September 30, 1976 to Silas and Ann Townsend. Harvey was survived by his mother, Ann, and his cousins Nancy, Terrie Sue, and Amy and their families. A Memorial Service will be held in Erie Pennsylvania in late summer.

Donations may...

May 22, 2022

May 21, 2022

Gilberto Ponce de Leon Santana died May 21st 2022 after a long battle with Alzheimer. He was born to the late Domingo Ponce de Leon and Genoveva Santana. Along with his parents, Gilberto is preceded in death by his older brother Juan (Johnny ) Ponce de Leon and his sister Vivian Ponce de Leon. In his early years Gilberto was...