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Ernest L. Wilson Jr.
May 13, 2026
Ernest L. Wilson Jr., 68, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at his residence in Charlotte, NC.
Cheryl Grier Winchester
May 13, 2026
Cheryl Grier Winchester, 75, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at her residence in Charlotte, NC.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
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Robert Earl High
May 12, 2026
Robert Earl High, 67, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at his residence in Charlotte, NC.
Lori Jonelle Davis
May 11, 2026
Lori Jonelle Davis, 47, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026 at her residence in Charlotte, NC.
Lori was a beautiful soul whose kindness, warmth and gentle spirt touched everyone fortunate to know her. She has a smile that could brighten any room, and a heart that made people feel safe, loved, and understood. Her presence brought comfort,...
Carolyn Jean Williams
May 11, 2026
Carolyn Jean Williams, 75, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026 at her residence in Charlotte, NC.
Carolyn Jean Williams was born in Cleveland, Ohio, to Elizabeth and Joseph Ragland. She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved sister, Bobbie Gene Allen.
Carolyn lived a life rooted in faith, family, education, and love. On July 3,...
Faye Elizabethe Blackwood
May 10, 2026
Faye Elizabethe Blackwood 74, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2026 at Atrium Health Pineville in Charlotte, NC.
Faye E. Blackwood, affectionately known as “ Sunshine ,” departed this life at the age of 74 on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Atrium Pineville Hospital, shortly after relocating from Billerica, MA, to Charlotte, NC, to be closer to her...
Addie Weddington Pettice
May 6, 2026
Addie Weddington Pettice, 89 of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center in Charlotte, NC.
Mrs. Addie Cordelia Weddington Pettice, 89, of Charlotte, North Carolina, peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 1:52 a.m., at the Hospice Center at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center.
Born on August 18, 1936, in Charlotte,...
Carolyn Jean Mason
May 4, 2026
Carolyn Jean Mason, 75, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026 at her residence in Charlotte, NC.
Charles Edward Funches
May 4, 2026
Charles Edward Funches, 70, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026 at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC.
Charles Edward Funches was born on September 4, 1955 in Charlotte, North Carolina. He departed this earthly home on May 4, 2026.
Charles received his education in the Charlotte Mecklenburg School System, graduating from Garinger High School. He joined...
Clara H. Graham
May 3, 2026
Clara H. Graham, 100, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at her residence in Charlotte, NC.
Mrs. Clara Mildred Houston Graham was born on October 19, 1925, and departed this earth to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at her home. She was the daughter of the late Odell James and Bertha Todd...
Clarissa Baker
May 3, 2026
Clarissa Baker, 64, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center in Charlotte, NC.
Clarissa “Clar” Baker, born April 13, 1962, to Mr. Jessie James Kennedy and Ms. Lucrecia Baker Cunningham, departed this life on May 3, 2026, in Charlotte, NC.
Clarissa graduated in 1980 from Independence High School in Charlotte, NC. She worked...
Carol Jean Kee
May 2, 2026
Carol Jean Kee, 71, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Crown Haven Health & Rehabilitation Center in Charlotte, NC.
Carol Jean Dorsey Kee was born September 4, 1954, in Franklin County, Columbus, Ohio, to the late Mildred Simmons Dorsey and Cleo Cornelius Dorsey. She departed this life on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Crown Haven Rehabilitation...
Elie Eugene
May 1, 2026
Elie Eugene, 40, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026 at his residence in Charlotte, NC.
Rev. Dr. Benjamin Whitlock
Apr 30, 2026
Rev. Dr. Benjamin F. Whitlock, 84, of Harrisburg, NC passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital in Concord, NC.
His enduring life of scholarship, service, and sacred calling will forever be remembered. In celebration of a life devoted to faith and service, the family invites memorial gifts to his beloved Shaw University (click here to donate)...
James R. Phillips
Apr 29, 2026
James R. Phillips, 85, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Friday, April 29, 2026, at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center in Charlotte, NC.
Mr. James Rufus Phillips was born on October 9, 1940, in Charlotte, North Carolina. “Bill,” as he was affectionately called by his family and friends, was the son of Augustus and Ruth Alexander Phillips.
At an early age, he...
Eloise Wynn Jackson
Apr 29, 2026
Eloise Wynn Jackson, 63, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center in Charlotte, NC.
Eloise Wynn Jackson was born on September 17, 1962 in Chester SC. Eloise passed on April 29th 2026 surrounded by family. Eloise was truly loved and will be missed dearly.
James L. McGill
Apr 29, 2026
James McGill, 95, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at Atrium Health Pineville in Charlotte, NC.
Gwendolyn Hall Powell
Apr 29, 2026
Gwendolyn Hall Powell, 81, of Gastonia, NC, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at Peak Resources Nursing & Rehabilitation Community in Charlotte, NC.
Nathaniel Kelly
Apr 27, 2026
Nathaniel Kelly, 79, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026, at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center in Charlotte, NC.
Nathaniel Kelly departed this life peacefully on April 27th, 2026. Nathan was a devoted husband, father, PopPop, uncle, and friend. He was known for his strength, kindness, generosity, and unwavering faith. He touched the lives of all who knew him and...
Thomas Willis Franks
Apr 27, 2026
Thomas Willis Franks, 77, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026 at Saber Healthcare in Matthews, NC.
Mr. Thomas Willis Franks, son of the late Charlie Lee Franks and Janie Mae Franks, was born in Charlotte, North Carolina January 18, 1949. He went home to be with the Lord on April 27, 2026. Thomas, also known as Frank,...
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