All Obituaries

Our Father in his infinite wisdom called our beloved, Nicole Michelle Perry, to eternal rest, Monday, May 11, 2026. Nicole was born July 29, 1975, in Concord, North Carolina; and was the daughter of the late Anthony and Pamela Hatley Perry.  Although the years were short, we are thankful for the years we shared Nicole’s life. Gone from our home, but never from our hearts, Nicole’s beautiful smile, loving demeanor and kindness will transcend time. Nicole was educated in the ...

Thelma McMillan Barnett, age 92, was called from labor to reward Friday, April 17, 2026. She was born April 27, 1933, in Dillon, South Carolina and was the daughter of David and Ella Peterkin McMillan Sr. A radiant smile, kind and loving demeanor were some of the attributes that endeared Thelma to friends and family. She enriched our lives and brightened our days. May she soar with the angels and rest in Our Father’s Arms. Thelma was educated in the Stanly County Public schools and ...

The earthly life of Mrs. Elizabeth “Liz” Adams Edwards ended on Friday, March 27, 2026, while a patient at Tucker Inpatient Unit, Hospice of Cabarrus County, Kannapolis, North Carolina. Liz, as she was affectionally known, was born November 6, 1953, in LaGrange, Georgia and was the daughter of the late Clarence and Zula Darmon Adams. Liz attended the public schools of LaGrange and graduated from high school in 1971. She received her licensed practical nursing degree and was ...

Amid deep sorrow, yet with hearts full of gratitude, we celebrate the life and legacy of Eunice Wright Kendall, who peacefully transitioned to eternal rest on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at her residence in Wadesboro, North Carolina. Eunice was born on February 8, 1949, in Stanly County, North Carolina, to the late Emmanuel and Connie Allen Wright. She lived a life rooted in love, faith, and quiet strength—a life that touched all who had the blessing of knowing her. Though she is no ...

Our Heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and mercy, called Lucille Curtis Little to eternal rest on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at her residence in Badin, North Carolina. Born April 16, 1932, in Stanly County, North Carolina, Lucille was the beloved daughter of Herbert and Parthenia Barringer Curtis. She was a woman of grace and dignity, known for her quiet demeanor and easy-going spirit. She will forever remain precious in our hearts. Lucille received her education in the Stanly County ...

Jimmy Thomas Gaston was born on March 25, 1986, in Albemarle, North Carolina. He was the son of Kimberly Copeland Thomas and the late William T. Gaston; and was lovingly guided by his devoted stepfather, Bobby Ratliff. Jimmy graduated from Summerville High School in 2004 and carried with him a strong sense of family, faith, and determination throughout his life. At a young age, Jimmy accepted the Lord as his Savior, was baptized, and became a born-again believer. His faith remained ...

With heavy hearts and profound love, we celebrate the life and legacy of John Phillip Edwards, affectionally known as “Snoop”, 66, who peacefully entered eternal rest on Thursday, February 12, 2026, while a patient at Royal Park Rehabilitation and Health Center, Matthews, NC. Born on May 19, 1959, in Stanly County, North Carolina, John was the beloved son of Sim Kendall, Bertina Edwards Merriman and Willie Merriman and was reared in the home of the late Abraham and Mary Edwards. ...

Katie Ratliff Raley was born on June 28, 1934, to Willie Lee and Stella Dunlap Ratliff. Katie was a lifelong citizen of the Kingville community, in Albemarle. She attended Petersburg High School in Chesterfield County, South Carolina. A woman of faith; her church membership was held with Rose of Sharon, Troy, Norh Carolina.  In her leisure she could found studying her bible and reminiscing about the goodness of the Lord and Katie was an ordained Elder. In addition to her parents, ...

Benjamin Heyward, Sr., born July 12, 1947, peacefully transitioned to paradise on February 5, 2026. He was the son of the late Seal and Rebecca Bradley Heyward. No matter what their position in life, Benjamin had a unique and extraordinary ability to connect with people. He was compassionate and had a heart full of love, tenderness, humbleness, and kindness. He epitomized these qualities through his actions and through living a life of service. His belief was that if his fellowman needed ...

In sweet peace, our beloved Jessie Rea Drye Davis, transitioned to eternal rest, Monday, January 19, 2026, while a patient at Atrium Health, Concord, North Carolina. She was born November 16, 1942, in Stanly County, North Carolina; and was the daughter of Robert Lee and Eloise Pergee Drye. We never lose the ones we love, for their memories live in our hearts forever. Until we meet again, may our loved one soar with the angels and rest in our Father’s care. She received her formal ...