Obituaries

Belinda Talbert

Belinda Talbert

Jul 29, 2024

Mrs. Belinda Page Talbert, 63 of Cooleemee, NC passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024. Mrs. Talbert was born in Cabarrus County on September 6, 1960 to Mrs. Betty Stallings Wallace of Concord and the late Joseph Franklin Page. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her two daughters, Mrs. Betty Jo Blevins and Curtis of Cooleemee, and...

Cindy Griggs

Cindy Griggs

Jul 27, 2024

Ms. Cindy Renée Griggs of Concord passed away peacefully the morning of July 27, 2024 at her home in Concord, NC. Cindy was born on October 5, 1957 at Cabarrus Memorial Hospital in Concord to the late John Baxter Griggs and Edith Cochran Griggs. She was raised in Charlotte and graduated from West Charlotte High School (Class of 1975) and...

Silas Mullis

Silas Mullis

Jul 26, 2024

Mr. Silas Simmie Mullis, age 68 passed away peacefully on Friday, July 26, 2024 at VA (Bill) Hefner VA Medical Center-Hospice, after a brief illness.His parents were the late Howard Baxter Mullis and Margie Burleson Mullis. He is survived by his wife, Teresa Dianne Britt Mullis.Silas was an Army veteran and had a career as a brick mason.

Mitchell "Bryan" Simpson

Mitchell "Bryan" Simpson

Jul 23, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mr. Mitchell "Bryan" Simpson, 41, of Concord, who passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at Atrium Health Cabarrus with his family by his side. Born March 7,1983 in Concord, NC, he was known to everyone as Bryan. He enjoyed fishing trips to the coast with his family...

Susan Love

Susan Love

Jul 22, 2024

Ms. Susan C. Love, 80 of Sunnyside Drive, Concord, died Monday, July 22, 2024 at the Tucker Hospice House, surrounded by family. Pastor Jesse Watkins will conduct a graveside service at Oakwood Cemetery on Monday, July 29, 2024 at 2:00 pm. The family will receive friends from 12:00 – 1:45 pm at Wilkinson Funeral Home prior to the graveside service....

David Hussey

David Hussey

Jul 16, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Mr. David Wayne Hussey, 65, of Concord, who left us on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at his home. Born on December 19, 1958, in Kansas City, MO, David was the beloved son of Rosanne “Sassy” Keen and the late George Owen Hussey. He was also preceded in death by his brothers,...

Joyce “Dusty” Ketner Baucom

Joyce “Dusty” Ketner Baucom

Jul 15, 2024

Mrs. Joyce “Dusty” Ketner Baucom passed away Monday, July 15, 2024 at Five Oaks Manor. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday (7/27/2024) at Wilkinson Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends beginning at 12:30 PM Saturday at the funeral home. Joyce was born September 10, 1924 in Concord to the late Arthur and Nonnie Suther...

Baylan Hoggard

Baylan Hoggard

Jul 14, 2024

Miss Baylan Rayne Hoggard passed away Sunday, July 14, 2024 at Novant Health Hemby’s Children’s Hospital in Charlotte. The family will hold a private celebration of her life at a later date. Baylan was born August 8, 2006 in Concord. She graduated from West Cabarrus High School Class of 2024. Baylan was a girlie girl, enjoying social media, hair and...

Marjorie Stearns

Marjorie Stearns

Jul 8, 2024

Mrs. Marjorie Guess Stearns passed away Monday, July 8, 2024 at The Landings of Cabarrus. Her funeral will be held at 1:30PM Thursday at St. James “the Greater” Catholic Church, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends 5:00 to 7:00 PM Wednesday at Wilkinson Funeral Home. Marjorie was born May 28, 1925 in Somerville,...

Nancy Innes

Nancy Innes

Jul 8, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mrs. Nancy Jane Waller Innes, 64, who passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 4, 1960, in Decatur, GA, Nancy was the cherished daughter of the late Mary Jane Allgood Waller and Samuel Davis Waller, Jr. Nancy was a proud graduate...

Ellen Medlin

Ellen Medlin

Jul 7, 2024

Ellen Edwards Medlin, 76, from Concord NC, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family, on July 7th 2024. Ellen lived a rich and fulfilling life. She worked for many years for the Cabarrus County School System and Northeast Medical Center. Her family will forever cherish her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love. Ellen will be deeply missed...

Franklin "Frank" Plummer

Franklin "Frank" Plummer

Jul 6, 2024

Mr. Franklin David Plummer, age79 of Concord entered into Jesus’ presence on Saturday, July 6, 2024. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 10th from 11:30 am to 1pm at Wilkinson Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held in the chapel at 1 pm with Pastor Roger Steadman officiating. Burial with military honors will be held at West...

Jack Cooper

Jack Cooper

Jul 6, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mr. Jack Bernard Cooper, 92, of Concord, who passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Atrium Health Cabarrus, surrounded by his loving family. A memorial service to celebrate Jack’s life will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at First Baptist Church, Concord, NC, officiated by the Rev....

Nicholas "Nico" Carreon

Nicholas "Nico" Carreon

Jul 4, 2024

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Mr. Nicholas "Nico" Carreon, 16, of Concord, who tragically passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024, due to injuries sustained in a car accident. Born on November 26, 2007, in Orange, CA, Nico was the beloved son of Claudia Alejandra Nogueda Cruz and Nicolas Carreon Miron. Nico was a vibrant student at...

Nicholas "Nick" Smith

Nicholas "Nick" Smith

Jul 3, 2024

Mr. Nicholas “Nick” Ralph Smith of Kannapolis, the most kind, gentle, and wonderful man who ever lived, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at his home surrounded by the people he loved and who loved him the most. Nick was born November 1, 1953, and grew up in Duncan, OK. His parents were the late Lemuel and Mary...

Hartford "Lee" Ford

Hartford "Lee" Ford

Jul 2, 2024

Hartford Lee Ford, 76, of Concord, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2024. Born on April12, 1948, in Concord, Lee was a lifelong resident of his hometown. A funeral service to honor Lee’s life will be held on Saturday July 6 at 1:00 pm at Wilkinson Funeral Home. Visitation will take place prior to the service from 11:00 am to...

Kevin Mullis

Kevin Mullis

Jun 29, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mr. Kevin Michael Mullis, 43, of Concord, who passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Atrium Health-Main, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 25, 1980, in Charlotte, NC, Kevin was the cherished son of Sherry Hartsell Mullis and the late Crawford "Pete" Wilson Mullis, Jr. Kevin...

Johnny Fletcher

Johnny Fletcher

Jun 25, 2024

Mr. Johnny Lee Fletcher of Concord passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at Atrium Health Cabarrus. A visitation will be held Sunday afternoon, June 30th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Wilkinson Funeral Home. A private graveside service will be on Monday, July 1st at Oakwood Cemetery. Johnny was born August 3, 1941 in Concord to the late James O....

Amy Harrington

Amy Harrington

Jun 25, 2024

Mrs. Amy Barnes Harrington of Kannapolis, passed away at her home Tuesday, June 25, 2024. Her funeral will be held 11:00 AM Saturday at Wilkinson Funeral Home Chapel officiated by Rev. Randall Ritchie. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park. The family will receive friends 5:00 to 8:30 PM Friday at the funeral home. Amy was born September 9, 1971...

Charlie Blackwelder

Charlie Blackwelder

Jun 25, 2024

Mr. Charlie Eugene Blackwelder, Sr. age 94 of Concord passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at Morningside of Concord. The family will receive friends on Sunday, June 30th from 2 to 3 pm at Friendship Southern Baptist Church. A funeral service will be held at 3 pm with Pastor Jesse Watkins officiating. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial...