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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jayme Renee Friend, aged 51, of Edgerton, WI, who departed this life on November 26, 2024. Born on May 19, 1973, in Peru, IL, she was the beloved daughter of Dennis Uloth and Mary Fisher (James). Jayme will be deeply missed by her lifetime partner, Glenn Friend, her cherished daughter, Maddie Deegan (Evan), and her beloved son, Jack Friend. She is also survived by her sister, Kortney Anderson, her brother, Wade Uloth (Jaida), and three adoring nieces, Ella Silha, Kenlea Uloth, and Lyla Uloth. A graduate of Milton High School, class of 1991, Jayme spent most of her life in southern Wisconsin, contributing her warmth and spirit to the...

Ray Cheyney Cox, 58, of Mooresville, NC, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 15th, 2024. He was born on September 30, 1966, in Alleghany County, NC, to the late Tish Cox. Ray's life was one of deep faith, love, commitment, and service to his family, friends, and community. Ray was a devoted husband to his wife, Julie, and a loving father to their daughter, Zoe. He was also a foster parent to eight children, a testament to his compassionate heart to make a difference in the lives of others. His dedication to others extended beyond his own family, as he was an active member of Hopewell Baptist Church in Davidson, NC. There, Ray worked with the Youth program, the Awana Club, and...

Margaret Elizabeth Wojtkowski October 20, 1934 - September 20, 2024 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Margaret "Marge" Elizabeth Hamilton Wojtkowski, better known by her family as Queen, announce her passing on Friday, September 20, 2024, at Novant Health, surrounded by her children. She joined her husband of 68 years, John Michael, in their eternal resting place in Heaven on what would have been his 90th birthday. Marge was born in Hartford, CT on October 20, 1934, to the late Daniel C. and Margaret E. (Guinan) Hamilton and attended Pittsfield, MA schools. With her love for family, Marge had eight children and stayed at home to raise them. As her youngest began school, she...

Goethe "Jake" Wilkins Marsh III, 77, of Mooresville passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 29, 2024. He was born on December 20, 1946, in Wilson, NC to the late Geothe Wilkins Marsh II and Margaret Daniel Marsh. Jake enjoyed shooting, scuba diving and was very passionate about flying and boating. He was extremely detail oriented, giving, generous, and witty. He never met a stranger and had an infectious smile. He loved his family and will be greatly missed. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son, Jack Marsh. Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Britt Dillon Marsh; sons, Nathan Marsh (Laura), Butch Marsh (Nancy); stepdaughter, McKenzie...

Goethe "Jake" Wilkins Marsh III, 77, of Mooresville passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 29, 2024. He was born on December 20, 1946, in Wilson, NC to the late Geothe Wilkins Marsh II and Margaret Daniel Marsh. Jake enjoyed shooting, scuba diving and was very passionate about flying and boating. He was extremely detailed oriented, giving, generous, and witty. He never met a stranger. He loved his family and will be greatly missed. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son, Jack Marsh. Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Britt Dillon Marsh; sons, Nathan Marsh (Laura), Butch Marsh (Nancy); stepdaughter, McKenzie Wilson; sister, Louise...

Myles "Mike" Russell Smeltz, Jr., 88, of Mooresville, NC passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024. He was born on August 30, 1935, in Bloomsburg, PA to the late Rev. Myles R. Smeltz, Sr. and Edith Lubold Smeltz. Mike was a veteran having served in the US Army National Guard, Manager of Plant Engineering of Campbell Chain, York, PA. He was a licensed boat captain who operated Lady Godiver Scuba in Delaware for many years, adjunct professor at Penn State York, and in retirement a tour guide at Harley Davidson. Mike was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, and Professional Captain's Association. Time with family was the most valuable thing for him. He also loved anything water related and...

Salvador "Sal" Dominguez, 88, of Mooresville, North Carolina and Hilton Head, South Carolina died on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Sal was born on May 4, 1936 in Irun, Spain to the late Salvador Dominguez Dominguez and Domitila Cabezas Gomez during the Spanish Civil War. He attended school in Spain before studying aeronautical engineering at New York University. He eventually found his calling as a programming manager, working for a chemical process research and development firm in Manhattan, New York. He retired in 1999 to spend time with his children. Sal loved his family. He also loved his dogs, wine, traveling, watching soccer (especially Real Madrid), sudoku, chess, dancing, listening to...

S. Michael Hughes, 57, of Denver, NC, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024. He was born on August 16, 1966, in Oxford, Mississippi to Robert and Carolyn Tallant Hughes. Michael was a proud father to Riley Norah Hughes. He took great joy in watching her grow into the amazing young lady she is becoming. He was a graduate of the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), an institution that he supported passionately. His most joyous times were spent with his family, boating on Lake Norman, and watching the Rebels on gameday. He worked with The Hershey Company for over 30 years and more recently was employed by Kind Snacks in sales. He also spent as much time as possible supporting members...

Mooresville, NC - Robin Wilson died very peacefully on Monday, April 22, 2024, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. She was born in Florence, South Carolina on April 8, 1962. She is survived by her mother and stepfather, Jean and Davis Allen of Florence, her husband, Paul J. Wilson of Mooresville, three daughters, Jessica Babington (Joe) of Mooresville, Kelly Wilson of San Diego, California, and Katelyn Wilson of Charlotte, North Carolina, a son, Justin Wilson of Charlotte, a sister, Kelly Thomson (Garth) of Florence, two brothers, Doug (Connie) and Glen (Elaine) Vaught, both of Florence, and her two beloved furry dogs, Duke and Scarlett. Robin was preceded in death by her father,...

On Wednesday, March 13th 2024, Howard F. Decker passed away. He was surrounded by his family. He was survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Helen. His three children, Phillip and Beth Wright, Bryan and Amy Klitz and Mark Decker. Three grandchildren, Brenden Klitz, McKenna Klitz and Caitlin Wright. His brother Chris Decker, and a sister Dianne Decker. Howard was born in Frackville, Pa on June 25th 1942. He was the son of Naysh and Anna Swoyer Decker. He was fortunate to grow up in a loving family with 5 sisters and one brother. Howard graduated from Immaculate Heart High School in Fountain Springs, Pa. After High School he joined the Navy and served on the USS Newport News. Howard...

Robert (Bob) W. McEldowney III Bob McEldowney, 87, of Cornelius, NC passed away peacefully in his home on January 27, 2024. He was the son of the late Dr. Robert W. McEldowney Jr. and Elizabeth S. McEldowney. Born in Harrisburg, PA on July 5, 1936, he is preceded in death by Gerry, his loving wife of nearly 61 years, and their daughter, Sandra Lynn Hicklen. He attended The Hill School in Pottstown, PA where he was active in student government and served as a senior class officer. He was on the swim team and in 1954 was named All American for Spring Board Diving. After graduation, he attended Colgate University where he was a member of Sigma Nu fraternity, serving as president his...

Robert (Bob) W. McEldowney III Bob McEldowney, 87, of Cornelius, NC passed away peacefully in his home on January 27, 2024. He was the son of the late Dr. Robert W. McEldowney Jr. and Elizabeth S. McEldowney. Born in Harrisburg, PA on July 5, 1936, he is preceded in death by Gerry, his loving wife of nearly 61 years, and their daughter, Sandra Lynn Hicklen. He attended The Hill School in Pottstown, PA where he was active in student government and served as a senior class officer. He was on the swim team and in 1954 was named All American for Spring Board Diving. After graduation, he attended Colgate University where he was a member of Sigma Nu fraternity, serving as president his...

Margie Marie Fesperman Karriker, 93, of Mt. Ulla, NC, passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2023, at her home. She was born January 11, 1930, in Rowan County, to the late Gurman Fesperman and Mildred Rex Fesperman. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Mack Karriker; brothers, Clyde, Richard, Ronnie and Junior Fesperman; sisters, Barbara Jean Fleming, Peggy Sue Goodman, and Brenda Kay McSwain, and an infant grandson, John Bishop Karriker. Margie enjoyed gardening, cooking, and sewing but her greatest joy was spending time with her family. She was a long-time member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Mt. Ulla. She was employed as a supervisor at Troutman...

William Delane Waller, 88, of Cleveland, NC, passed away on November 11, 2023, at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House. He was born May 4, 1935, in Rowan County, to the late Jacob Thomas Waller and Beulah Cline Waller. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by brothers, Earl and George Waller, and sisters, Virginia Seamon and Mary Sue Arthur. Delane proudly served his country in the US Army. He enjoyed gardening, spending time at the beach, and watching TV. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed working at Burlington Industries for over 45 years before his retirement. He attended Third Creek Presbyterian Church. Delane is survived by his...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Scott Sr., a beloved father, grandfather, and pillar of the community, who departed this world on Sunday, November 5, 2023. The Scott family will receive friends on Sunday, November 19, 2023, from 3:00-4:00 PM, with a service following at 4:00 PM in the chapel at Cavin-Cook Funeral Home with Chaplain Russell Files officiating. A burial will take place at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at the Salisbury National Cemetery. Cavin-Cook Funeral Home, Mooresville, is serving the family of Mr. Scott. Condolences may be made to the family at www.cavin-cook.com.

Richard Bruce Ralph, resident of Mooresville, NC, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at the age of 76. Richard was born on January 20, 1947, in Newburgh, New York, to his late parents, Thomas and Rosie Ralph. He graduated from Newburgh Free Academy in 1965 and continued his education at Orange County Community College. In July 1974, he married Laurel Sicina of Central Valley, NY, and their devotion endured for nearly 50 years until her passing in 2016. Mr. Ralph dedicated many years of his life to a distinguished career as a NY State correctional officer. Beyond his professional life, Richard was renowned for his extraordinary talent as a self-taught blues guitarist and his...

Mooresville, NC -Gary L. Rains, age 79, of Mooresville, died Friday, July 28th, 2023, at home surrounded by his family. Born June 14, 1944, in Hamilton, Ohio to Ova L. Rains and Cora Gill Rains, Gary grew up in Abington, Indiana. He was a 1962 graduate of Centerville High School. Gary worked at Dana Corporation in Hagerstown, Indiana for 21 years. In 1986, the family relocated to Orlando, Florida, where he worked for FMC Technologies until his retirement in 2007. Gary and Judy then moved to Mooresville, North Carolina with family where he lived out his final years. He loved golf, surf fishing and bass fishing. In his youth he hunted the fields around Abington with friends. He was...

Lula Ann Hill, 92, of Madison, West Virginia entered into her heavenly home on Monday, July 24, 2023 in Mooresville, North Carolina after a brave battle with a long illness. Lula was born on Wednesday, March 18, 1931 in Quinland, West Virginia, a daughter of the late Ray and Mabel Price Miller. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by by her husband, R.B. Hill, brother Benjamin Miller, sisters Emma Jarrell and Dorothy Miller, son Dennis Gibson and daughter Sandra Gibson Schimmel. She will be remembered for her independent, hardworking, always on the go personality, as well as the love she had in her heart for anyone who knew her. She was a member of the Madison Baptist Church for...

John Edward Staiger, 88, of Mooresville, NC, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on June 16, 2023, at home in the loving support of his family. Born on April 10, 1935 he was the son of the late Harry and Sabina Cuniff Staiger. He was retired from PMA as the manager of the insurance auditing department and had attended Central Catholic High School and University of Pittsburgh, where he was an officer of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. He served proudly in the Army of the United States and was honorably discharged in 1963. Beloved husband of Regina Ekiert Staiger for 64 years; loving father to Jennifer Kolesar (Paul) of Mooresville, NC, and Claudine Record (Edward) of...

Harold Edwin Spencer, 85, of Davidson, NC passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on Saturday, May 6, 2023. He was born on July 25, 1937, in Twining, MI, to the late Guy and Pearl Mosher Spencer. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his 3 brothers, Guy, Donald, and Gerald Spencer; and his 1 sister, Patricia James. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Patricia Conklin Spencer; his 3 children who adored him, Lori Spencer (Robert) of Philadelphia, PA, Jeff Spencer (Gretchen) of Austin, TX, and Wendy Spencer (Stephen) of Mooresville, NC; his devoted grandson, Jacob Spencer (Thomas) of Kington, NY; and his 2 sisters-in-law, Karen Hite (Kenneth) and...

Patricia Cain, 84, entered into Heaven on May 6, 2023. She was born Dec 31, 1938 to Myrtle and Lewis Kemmerlin. Pat stood out in a crowd with her bright blue eyes. She treasured evenings with friends with a margarita in hand; in fact, she made the best ones. Pat enjoyed crime documentaries and Mexican food. She had a love for anything dark chocolate. Pat is survived by her five children: Russell Cain, Cheryl Hopmann, Tracy Carver, Lewis Cain and Melissa Powell, as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Per Pat's request, no funeral or memorial service will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Dove House Children's Advocacy Center (www.dovehousecac.org).