OBITUARIES

Bobby Gene Allman

Bobby Gene Allman

Apr 26, 2025

Bobby Gene Allman, 78, of Concord, NC passed peacefully from this world to his eternal home on April 26, 2025 at the Tucker Hospice House surrounded by his loving family.

Bobby was born January 24, 1947 in Concord, NC. He was preceded in death by his parents Norman and Vivian Allman, his brother Wayne Allman, and his sister Janette King.

He was...

Paul J. Bell

Paul J. Bell

Apr 24, 2025

Paul J. Bell, Jr., 86, of Albemarle, passed away Thursday, April 24 at home surrounded by his family. He was born May 7, 1938 in Miami, Florida to the late Paul Jay and Eva Mae Bell. He was preceded in death by his youngest daughter, Jennifer Paige Bell Cody, and also his sisters, Mona, Donna Kay, and brother, Jimmy.

Paul began...

Cody Dylan Hoyle

Cody Dylan Hoyle

Apr 23, 2025

Cody Hoyle, 37, of Concord NC passed away peacefully on April 23, 2025.

Born March 4, 1988. Cody spent most of his career caring for the elderly population. He was compassionate and caring during their family's time of need and lovingly took care of the home bound sick family members. He was skilled in many areas, construction, retail, plumbing. His passion...

David Keith Hagler

David Keith Hagler

Apr 15, 2025

David Keith Hagler of Mount Pleasant died on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at his home.

The family will receive friends at Gordon Funeral Home, 8559 Cook St., Mount Pleasant, NC 28124 on Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM, Saturday, April 19, 2025 at the funeral home officiated by...

Charles "Buddy" Edward Blackwelder

Charles "Buddy" Edward Blackwelder

Apr 11, 2025

Charles "Buddy" Edward Blackwelder, passed away on April 11, 2025, at the WG Hefner VA Medical Center in Salisbury. Born on December 15, 1930, in Cabarrus County, son of the late Lee Blackwelder and Lou Holbrooks Blackwelder.

Buddy, a graduate of Mount Pleasant High School, proudly served as a veteran of the United States Army during the Korean War Era, embodying...

William Whitaker Moose, Sr.

William Whitaker Moose, Sr.

Apr 9, 2025

William Whitaker Moose, Sr.

William Whitaker Moose, Sr. passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 peacefully at his residence in Mt. Pleasant, NC. He was born on March 7, 1938 in Stanly County, North Carolina. Moose showed his love for his hometown very early in life as he independently set out to visit every home on Main Street in Mt Pleasant....

Dalton Keith Heintz

Dalton Keith Heintz

Mar 24, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dalton Keith Heintz, a cherished husband, father, son and brother as well as a dear friend who brought love and joy into so many lives. Dalton passed away peacefully on Monday March 24, 2025.

He lived a beautiful life full of happiness and adventure. He had an amazing smile and an unforgettable laugh...

Geraldine Elizabeth Ross Shoaf

Geraldine Elizabeth Ross Shoaf

Mar 23, 2025

Geraldine Elizabeth Ross Shoaf, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025, at the Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis, North Carolina. Born on April 18, 1934, in Cabarrus County, she was the daughter of the late Paul Ross and Audie Crayton Ross.

Geraldine was known for her warm heart and creative spirit, enjoying activities such as traveling, sewing, and crafts. She was...

Dennis Keith Lapish, Sr.

Dennis Keith Lapish, Sr.

Mar 16, 2025

Dennis Keith Lapish, Sr., 64, passed away, March 19, 2024.

Keith was born March 19, 1961 in Cabarrus County, son of the late Thomas C. Lapish and Anne Rinehardt Lapish.

He is survived by his sons Dennis Keith Lapish, Jr. and Bobby Lapish; brother Tony Lapish and sister Sherri Cook.

No services are scheduled.

William Ricky Bowman

William Ricky Bowman

Mar 10, 2025

William Ricky Bowman, 67, passed away on March 10, 2025, in Concord, North Carolina.

Visitation will be held on Thursday,  March 13, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, followed by a Funeral Service at 3:00 PM at Gordon Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant, located at 8559 Cook St, Mount Pleasant, NC 28124, officiated by Rev. Chuck Hensley and Rev. Faye...

Jane Hudson Bost

Jane Hudson Bost

Mar 5, 2025

Jane Hudson Bost, born on August 14, 1933, in Cabarrus County North Carolina, daughter of the late Samuel Hudson and Ola Cress Hudson, passed away peacefully at her daughter's residence on March 5, 2025.

A visitation will be held on March 11, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, followed by a funeral service at 3:00 PM at Saint John's Lutheran...

Dixie Ross Cafferty

Dixie Ross Cafferty

Mar 4, 2025

Dixie Jo Ross Cafferty, 73, died peacefully Tuesday, March 4, at her residence surrounded by her family following a long period of declining health. A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday March 15 beginning at 3 pm at Cold Springs Global Methodist Church, 2550 Cold Springs Rd, Concord, with the Reverend Dr. Cliff Wall officiating the service....

Diane Mullis Fisher

Diane Mullis Fisher

Feb 26, 2025

Natalie Princess Diane Mullis Fisher, of Charlotte, NC, died on February 26, 2025, at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, following several years of declining health. Diane was born in Mt. Pleasant, NC, on September 13, 1939. She was the youngest of seven children born to Brady Pernay Mullis and Foye Thomas Mullis and was a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High...

Gary Roger Love

Gary Roger Love

Feb 22, 2025

Gary Roger Love, 70, of Concord, passed away, Saturday, February 22, at Atrium Cabarrus. 

Funeral service will be 2:00pm Thursday, Feb. 27th at Gordon Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant, officiated by Rev. Gary Bragg; the family will began receiving friends at 12noon prior to the service. burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park, Kannapolis. 

He was born November 25, 1954 of Clyde...

Franklin (Mac) MacArthur Hopkins

Franklin (Mac) MacArthur Hopkins

Feb 19, 2025

Franklin (Mac) MacArthur Hopkins, passed away on February 19, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on November 28, 1942, son of the late Herman A. Hopkins Sr. and Jewell Allman Hopkins. Mac was a dedicated family man.

Mac began his career as an electrician at Medlin Electric Service formerly in Mt. Pleasant. Then as a fabricator at Kerr Bleachery in...

Eugene Stafford Andrews, Jr.

Eugene Stafford Andrews, Jr.

Feb 16, 2025

Eugene Stafford Andrews Jr, “Andy” passed on Sunday, Feb 16th after a long hard-fought battle with PSP (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy). 

He was born March 6, 1957 in Concord, NC alongside his twin sister Angie, to Eugene and Phyllis Andrews. He graduated from Concord High School in 1975 and worked the majority of his life at Phillip Morris where he was a...

Johnny Merrill Gordon

Johnny Merrill Gordon

Feb 10, 2025

Johnny Merrill Gordon, a dedicated family man and respected figure in the funeral service community, passed away on February 10, 2025, at his residence in Mt. Pleasant, NC. He was born on March 7, 1939, in Union County, NC, and dedicated over 70 years of his life to serving the families of Union and Cabarrus counties as a funeral director.

A...

Maye Eury Tomkinson

Maye Eury Tomkinson

Jan 29, 2025

Maye Eury Tomkinson, 85, of Mt. Pleasant passed away January 29, 2025.

Funeral services will be held 1pm Saturday February 1, at Oak Grove Methodist Church officiated by Rev. Beau Linker. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The Tomkinson family will receive friends from 12-1 prior to the service.

Maye was born in Cabarrus County, June 17, 1939 to the late...

Carl Allen Hartsell

Carl Allen Hartsell

Jan 28, 2025

Carl Allen Hartsell, born on September 25, 1955, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025, in Midland, North Carolina. He was a dedicated individual who was loved by his family and friends.

Visitation will be held on January 31, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Gordon Funeral Home Of Mt. Pleasant, located at 8559 Cook St, Mount Pleasant, NC...

Herman Hugh Watts

Herman Hugh Watts

Jan 24, 2025

Herman Hugh (Buddy) Watts, 78, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Friday, January 24, 2025 at his residence. Buddy was born April 22, 1946 in Cabarrus County son of the late Herman H. (Ginger) Watts and Faye Moose Watts. He was preceded in death by a son Jason Watts.

The Watts family will receive friends from 1-2:30pm Thursday, January 30, 2025 at...