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Sherri Lynn McDermott, 52, passed away on May 31, 2024 at her home in Concord, NC. She was born on March 23, 1972, Jacksonville, FL. Sherri was the beloved daughter of Donald McKinney and Virginia White McKinney. Sherri is survived by her loving son James "Tripp" McDermott III and daughter-in-law Allison McDermott; mother Virginia White McKinney; brothers Jeffery McKinney and Christopher McKinney; sister Valerie McKinney; nieces Crystal McManus, Brianna McKinney, and Isabella Long; nephew Josh McManus; foster sister Pam Goodwin; as well as father-in-law James McDermott and mother-in-law Bernice McDermott. She is preceded in death by her father Donald McKinney, son Jesse Lee McDermott, and...

Jeffrey Paul Moore, 66, of Concord, NC peacefully passed away at The Tucker House on April 24th, 2024 in Kannapolis, NC. He was born in Dover Foxcroft, Maine on September 23, 1957, a son of Eugene and Pauline Moore. A complete obituary can by viewed at www.HarrisburgFC.com

Patricia Ann Frank, 86, passed away on January 22, 2024, in Concord, NC. She was born on February 13, 1937, in Suitland, MD, to the late Walter and Helen Koontz. She now joins her late husband, Max Frank, in eternal peace. Patricia is survived by her daughter Judy F Davidson, son-in-law Scott Davidson, grandson Brandon Phelps, and sister Bonnie Jo DeMarr. A private gathering of family and friends will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cabarrus Meals on Wheels 342 Penny Lane, Concord, NC 28025. Harrisburg Funeral & Cremation is serving the family. To read the full obituary and leave online condolences please visit...

Juanita Smith Phillips, 80, of Little River, SC died Thursday, March 23, 2023 at Novant Presbyterian Medical Center in Charlotte, NC. She was born on September 30, 1942 to the late James M. and Thelma Smith in Lancaster, SC. She was preceded in death by her brother, James M. Smith Jr. She is survived by her husband, George W. Phillips, her son Melvin Phillips, her daughter, Brandt (Ronnie) Broughton and three grandchildren, Caroline, Isabella and Cameron Broughton. Mrs. Phillips graduated from Winthrop College and University of South Carolina. She worked as a social worker and a third grade teacher. She loved nothing more than a cup of coffee with friends and never lost her...

Ronald "Ron" Glenn Brown, 90, of Concord, NC is now dancing in Heaven with his beloved wife of 66 years, Joan. He passed away on March 1, 2023 surrounded by his loving daughters. Ron was born in Verona, Ohio on May 20, 1932 to the late Glenn and Evelyn Brown. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Joan Brown. He is survived by his daughters Brenda Clem (Gary) and Janice Freistuhler (Nick); grandchildren Joe, Jennifer, Josh, Julie, and Jenna; 14 great grandchildren; and brother Francis Brown. In his earlier years, Ron worked as a delivery driver for Nestle and delivered milk. He also worked as a leadman at Parker Hannifin for over 30 years. While living in Ohio, He served...

Mrs. Ometa Moses, a widow, passed away in Charlotte, NC on Saturday, December 24, 2022 at home with children by her side. Ometa is predeceased by her husband. Ometa, who retired from the New York School System and relocated to Charlotte, NC, leaves behind six daughters, a step-son, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and several other family members.

Kristen Seduski of Charlotte, North Carolina, died peacefully on October 17, 2022, surrounded by loved ones, following a courageous almost 4-year battle with ovarian cancer. Born June 15, 1971 in Waterford, New York to Susan McGurn and the late Edward J. Seduski, Kristen is a graduate of Waterford Halfmoon High School, Hudson Valley Community College, and Empire State College. She relocated to North Carolina in 1998 and began a career in finance, most recently with the Compass Group and prior with Belk Inc. Kristen is best known for her intense work ethic, independence, and being fiercely loyal and protective - especially as a proud and devoted aunt to Alex and Madeline and dog mom to...

Betty Sue McGuirt, 84, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2022. Betty Sue was born on January 29, 1938 to the late Willis Johnston McCorkle and Louise Peck McCorkle. Along with her parents, Betty Sue is preceded in death by her sister, Margaret Jane McCorkle and grandson Benjamin Johnston McGuirt. She is survived by her three sons, Robert Wilson McGuirt, Jr (Dawn), Richard Johnston McGuirt (Penny), and David Allen McGuirt (Patty), seven grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. Betty Sue's greatest treasure was her friends and family. She was a lover of dogs, music, and dance and had a wonderful sense of humor. Betty Sue never met a stranger and will be sorely missed by...

Robert Albert Kachmarik, 87 born in Binghamton, NY on June 6, 1935 and died on September 23, 2022 in Concord NC. He was predeceased by three brothers and four sisters. He is survived by his loving wife Beverly of nearly 66 years, by his daughter Mary Lavarnway and her husband Jeffery, son Robert, daughter Patricia Schodorf and her husband Thomas and son John and his wife Jill, by eleven grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, by his sister Florence Smelkoff of Johnson City, NY and numerous nieces and nephews. Harrisburg Funeral and Cremation in Harrisburg, North Carolina will be serving the family and on-line condolences may be made at www.HarrisburgFC.com.

Judy Kathleen (Mead) Smith, 65, of Concord, NC passed away peacefully on August 20 th , 2022 at Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center following a brave battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family. Judy was born in Jamestown, NY on May 26, 1957 to the late Walter "Scotty" Mead and Joyce (Johnson) Mead. Along with her father, Judy is preceded in death by her maternal grandparent: Harold and Gertrude Johnson; and paternal grandparent: Leland and Clara Mead. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Dale Smith; three children: Sara (Ryan) Bennett of Elon, NC, Ryan Smith of Concord, NC and Heather (Landon Simmons) Smith of Concord, NC; and two grandsons: Trevor and Easton Bennett;...

Louise Kofron Marsh, age 91, peacefully passed away on August 10th, 2022 in Concord, NC. She is survived by her children, Larry Marsh of Concord, NC; Sharon Williams (Sonny) of Boulder, CO; David Marsh of Vancouver, WA; and Kevin Marsh (Kelly) of Las Vegas, NV; granddaughters Randee Estes (Gavin), Loni Williams, and Ashley Marsh, and grandsons Tyler Marsh, Ryan Marsh, and Robert Marsh. She also leaves behind her great-granddaughter and weekly pen-pal Shay Estes. Louise is survived by her brothers Joe Kofron and Robert Kofron. Louise was witty, fun, outspoken, and was very much loved. She was born in Colonial Heights, VA in 1931. She worked as a secretary at Fort Lee where she met Robert...

Charles "Charlie" Edward Cross, 83, of Concord, NC passed away on July 21, 2022. He was born in Barberton, OH on November 19,1938, and was raised in the Chautauqua Lake area of NY. Charles is preceded in death by his parents, Archie and Marguerite Cross, his sister, Patricia Connnaty, and his infant son, Michael Edward Cross. Left to cherish his memory are his wife Carolyn Peterson Cross of 65 years, his sister Barbara Kline, his children Jeffery Cross (Debbie), Pamela Cross (Wally), and Cathy Cross. His grandchildren Michael Emerson (Anita), Charles Emerson (Angel), Jason Cross, and Stephanie Vanhoy (Joe). Great grandchildren Kayla, Savanna, Cameron, Robby, Jackson, Ryan, Nathan,...

Glenna Bell Cowherd, 94, died on April 7, 2022 at Asbury Care Center of Aldersgate in Charlotte, North Carolina. Mrs. Cowherd was born October 12, 1927 to Richard and Helen Bell of Cranston Rhode Island. She graduated from East Cranston High School and earned her BS degree in Nursing from State College of Rhode Island. After graduation, she was employed as a nursing instructor at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon, Virginia. In May of 1952, Mrs. Cowherd married Dr. Philip Winston Cowherd, Jr. They settled in Saltville, Virginia and raised four children: Philip, David, Kristin, and Charles. In 1965, upon the death of her husband, Mrs. Cowherd continued her education earning a M.S. in...

Stephen Paul Towell, 63, of Harrisburg, NC passed away on March 24, 2022. For extended obituary and online condolences, please see www.HarrisburgFC.com.

Lueteshea Anne Mullenax Coles, 82, Concord, NC, formerly of Ohioville, PA, moved to her heavenly home peacefully while sleeping surrounded by family. She was born October 8, 1939 in Boyer, WV to the late Fred Mullenax & Margie E Doughty. Anne was an avid gardener and could grow most anything. She enjoyed crafting, crocheting, cooking & baking. Anne was an active member of Ohioville Free Methodist Church until she could no longer get out. Anne was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Arthur Coles 12/10/2020 & will be greatly missed by her daughters: Susan Ambrose, Anderson, SC; Sandy (Mike) Riley of Concord, NC; Lisa McFarland, Chippewa, PA; Dawna (Dennis) Baker, Galivants...

Richard "Dick" James Kerns, 95, of Concord, NC passed away on August 23, 2021. He was born on February 15, 1926 in Seneca, NE to the late Elmer and Annie Kerns. Along with his parents, Dick is preceded in death by his wife, Joanne Kerns; sister, Neva Kerns Collins; brother, Eugene "Bud" Kerns; brother, Norman Kerns; and sister, Marlene Kerns Garett. He is survived by his daughter, Barbara (Pete) Erbe; daughter, Sandra (Bruce) Wall; granddaughter, Maggie (Drew) Howard; granddaughter, Becky (Chris) McClamrock; great grandchildren Jake and Connor; and a host of nieces and nephews. Dick was a veteran who served in the US Navy during World War II as an electrician. He was a creative person who...

Carol Mehlhoff, 81, passed away Sunday, August 8, 2021 at her home in Concord, North Carolina after a prolonged battle with COPD. She leaves her children Michele Becher, Vickie Brandt, and Werner Brandt, her grandsons David and Eric Becher, her sisters Donna, Lucille, and Judi, many nieces and nephews, good friends, and neighbors. She is preceded in death by her parents William Keller and Clara Heihn, and her sisters and brother Lorraine, Doris, Phyllis, Arlane, Marilyn, Ramona, Bette, and Robert. Harrisburg Funeral & Cremation is serving the family. For a full obituary and to leave online condolences, please visit www.HarrisburgFC.com.

Daniel Allen Conner, 67, of Charlotte, NC passed away on July 29, 2021. Daniel was born in Ft. Wayne, IN on December 23, 1953 to Anna Golden. He is survived by his wife, Sue Conner; son, Maclain and Melanie Lobdell of Austin, TX; daughter, Danielle and Rick Ellington; five grandchildren, Emily, Alex, Nathan, Conner, and Caroline. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to Trinity United Methodist Church Pre-K program. Daniel loved Notre Dame football, the Chicago Cubs, and his wife and family. The family will have a Memorial Service at 4PM on August 5, 2021 at Trinity United Methodist, 416 Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Kannapolis, NC 28083.

Melody Nicole Galagan Shaver, 37, of Davidson, NC left this life to spend eternity with The Lord on Friday, June 4, 2021. Melody was born September 23, 1983, in Charlotte, NC to Gregory Steven Galagan and Pamela Irene Poe Galagan. After graduating from Northwest Cabarrus High School, Melody worked at several Great Clips locations, eventually managing the shop at Renaissance Square in Davidson. Her talent and skill made her clients beautiful on the outside and her smile brightened their days Melody loved daisies and dogs and driving and sunshine and the simple comforts of life. She loved her family, especially her children, and she loved to sing praise songs to her Lord, Jesus...

Randy Scott Rimland, 69, passed on June 1, 2021 while under the care of Hospice at The Levine-Dickson House, Huntersville, after a long battle with cancer. He leaves his wife of 40 years, Melodee Fortner Rimland; his son, Rom Rimland, his daughters, Taryn Rimland-Cabot, her husband, Ted Cabot, and Dr. Casey Rimland-Cohen. M.D. Ph.D., and her husband, Aaron Cohen. He was born December 20, 1951 to the late Sol Rimland and Susan (Rimland) Davenport, in Jacksonville, FL., Expanded obituary and online condolences may be given at www.HarrisburgFC.com.

On Saturday, April 17, at 5:47pm there was a celebration in heaven as Linda Darlene Freeman Cranford was welcomed home. She passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Linda was born in Concord, the daughter of Dan and Mary Freeman. She was a 1965 graduate of Winecoff High School. She earned her RN at Cabarrus Memorial Hospital (now Atrium Health - Cabarrus), caring for countless patients over the years, and later joined her husband Arnold as a long-haul truck driver, touring the country with her beloved. Linda enjoyed traveling. She and her husband cruised the Caribbean and Mediterranean Seas, seeing the world. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt,...