What is the oldest black funeral home in North Carolina?

The Alexander Funeral Home is the oldest African American owned business in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Alexander Funeral Home was founded by Zechariah Alexander in 1914 when Alexander bought half of Coles and Smith Undertakes.

Are obituaries required in North Carolina?

In NC, there is no legal mandate to publish an obituary in a newspaper when someone dies .

What is the oldest grave in North Carolina?

On December 10, 1775, Daniel Little died and was laid to rest on land that became the Old English Cemetery in Salisbury . He was the first of many to be buried on the property, eventually donated to the city by Thomas Frohock and located downtown near the courthouse.

What is the average cost of a funeral in North Carolina?

With the average traditional funeral in North Carolina costing between $7,000 and $10,000 , and that's before a cemetery plot and grave marker are added to the total bill, it's not hard to see why more and more families in North Carolina are considering cremation as an alternative.

Can you bury someone in your yard in NC?

Where can bodies be buried in North Carolina? Most bodies are buried in established cemeteries, but there are no state laws in North Carolina that prohibit burial on private property .

How long can a body stay in the funeral home?

What's the Average Time a Funeral Home Holds a Body? Between the time of death and the funeral service, most bodies remain in a funeral home between 3 and 7 days . However, there are a lot of tasks that need to be completed in this time frame, so it's easy for the service to get delayed by extenuating circ*mstances.

What is the oldest black town in North Carolina?

Princeville, North Carolina , the oldest community in the United States founded by formerly enslaved people, has been trapped in a cycle of disaster and disinvestment for decades.

What is the oldest settlement in North Carolina?

European settlement near the Pamlico River in the 1690s led to the creation of Bath, North Carolina's first town, in 1705 . The town's location seemed ideal with easy access to the river and the Atlantic Ocean 50 miles away at Ocraco*ke Inlet. The first settlers were French Protestants from Virginia.

What is the oldest black settlement?

1738: Governor Manuel de Montiano establishes Gracia Real de Santa Teresa de Mose, commonly known as Fort Mose , the first free African American settlement in what's now the United States.

All Obituaries | Whitley's Funeral Home | Kannapolis NC funeral home and cremation (2024)

Bobbie Cline PiggKannapolis

Bobbie Lee Elliott Cline Pigg, 94, of Kannapolis, passed away September 4, 2024 at her home.Funeral service will be held Thursday September 12, 2024 at Whitley’s Funeral Home Chapel at 3:30 pm. Rev. Ron Hartman will be officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 2:30 to 3:30 pm at Whitley’s Funeral Home. Burial will follow the funeral service at Carolina Memorial Park Cemetery.Bobbie was born November 9, 1929 to the late Orrin Henry and Carrie Combs...

Bobbie Lee Elliott Cline Pigg, 94, of Kannapolis, passed away September 4, 2024 at her home.Funeral service will be held Thursday September 12, 2024 at Whitley’s Funeral Home Chapel at...

Gary BaynardSalisbury

Gary “Glenn” Baynard, 77, of Salisbury, N.C. went to be with the Lord on September 4, 2024 at his residence following a period of declining health.He was born November 16, 1946 in Rutherford County, N.C. a son of the late Rev. Paul Luther Baynard and Annie Jeanette Baynard. He was raised by Nellie Baynard whom he considered his mother. Also preceding him in death were sisters Betty Lou Baynard and Paulette Baynard, brothers Hicks Baynard, and Lewis Baynard.A Memorial...

Gary “Glenn” Baynard, 77, of Salisbury, N.C. went to be with the Lord on September 4, 2024 at his residence following a period of declining health.He was born November 16, 1946 in...

Johnny Gray Jr.Concord

Johnny Lehan Gray Jr., 73, of Concord, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.Johnny was born on April 21, 1951 in Cabarrus County. He was a cherished son of the late Johnny Lehan Gray Sr. and Mildred Alice Burris Gray. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Pam Rowland and Wayan Gray.Johnny was a true adventurer at heart, finding immense joy in activities such as fishing, hunting, and camping. His love for motorcycles and classic old...

Johnny Lehan Gray Jr., 73, of Concord, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.Johnny was born on April 21, 1951 in Cabarrus County. He was a cherished son of the late Johnny...

Charles MitchellKannapolis

Charles “Wayne” Mitchell, 82, of Kannapolis, passed away September 2, 2024, at his home after a period of declining health.A memorial service celebrating Wayne’s life will be held at Whitley’s Funeral Home at 12:00 pm, on Thursday, September 12, with Rev. Stephen Autrey officiating. Inurnment of cremains will follow at the Salisbury National Cemetery Annex at 2:00 PM Thursday with Marine Corps honors. The family will receive friends at the funeral home the hour...

Charles “Wayne” Mitchell, 82, of Kannapolis, passed away September 2, 2024, at his home after a period of declining health.A memorial service celebrating Wayne’s life will be...

Joseph EllisonHarrisburg

Joseph David Ellison, 52, of Harrisburg, passed away, Monday September 2, 2024.He was born December 21, 1971 in Concord, NC to James R. Ellison and the late Sylvia A. Ellison.He was preceded in death by a daughter Kayla Michelle Ellison, mother Sylvia A. Ellison, brother Robbie Ellison and granddaughter Savannah Rose Nickelson.Joseph always loved working on cars and dirt bikes, he was able to figure out any problem with engines. At the age of 17, he got a job at Ketchie Houston, he...

Joseph David Ellison, 52, of Harrisburg, passed away, Monday September 2, 2024.He was born December 21, 1971 in Concord, NC to James R. Ellison and the late Sylvia A. Ellison.He was preceded...

Roger SmithConcord

Roger Douglas Smith, 82 of Concord went to be with the Lord on August 29, 2024, following a period of declining health.He was born March 20, 1942, in Wayne County, Pa. the son of the late Clarence Herman Smith and Evelyn Mae Smith. Roger served in the US Army before marriage in Korea at the 38th parallel manning a 50-caliber machine gun, where he met his life-longfriend Chingo.Being a loving husband, he always wanted to make sure his wife was taken care...

Roger Douglas Smith, 82 of Concord went to be with the Lord on August 29, 2024, following a period of declining health.He was born March 20, 1942, in Wayne County, Pa. the son of the...

Chad KepleySalisbury

Chad Lee Kepley, 54, of Salisbury, passed away Wednesday morning, August 28, 2024, at Novant Health Rowan Regional Medical Center, following a brief illness.Born December 30, 1969, in Cabarrus County, Chad was the son of Patricia Ervin Kepley of Salisbury, and the late Jerry Lee Kepley.A 1988 graduate of South Rowan High, Chad had proudly owned and operated Kepley Auto Repairs for many years. He loved to fish and loved being close to the ocean. Chad lived life to the fullest, loving his...

Chad Lee Kepley, 54, of Salisbury, passed away Wednesday morning, August 28, 2024, at Novant Health Rowan Regional Medical Center, following a brief illness.Born December 30, 1969, in Cabarrus...

William SeamonKannapolis

William Francis Seamon, 91, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.William was born on January 29, 1933 in Rowan County. He was a cherished son of the late James Seamon and Margaret Alexander Seamon. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald “Butter” Seamon.A proud Army veteran, William dedicated his career to carpentry at Cannon Mills. He married the love of his life, Grace Seamon on May 24, 1952 and have been...

William Francis Seamon, 91, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.William was born on January 29, 1933 in Rowan County. He was a cherished son of the late James...

Charles CaubleChina Grove

Charles David Cauble, 67, of China Grove went to be with his Lord on August 27, 2024 at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center in Salisbury. Charles was born on December 11, 1956 in Cabarrus County to the late Ralph Edward Sylvester Cauble and Betty Jo Reece Cauble.Charles worked as an independent contractor in the mobile home business. He loved fishing and spending time with his family.Charles was preceded in death by his father Ralph Edward Sylvester Cauble.Those left...

Charles David Cauble, 67, of China Grove went to be with his Lord on August 27, 2024 at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center in Salisbury. Charles was born on December 11, 1956 in Cabarrus...

David WalterConcord

David “Carter” Walter, 53, passed away August 25, 2024 at his late mother’s residence after a period of declining health.A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, August 31 at Gilwood Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Concord with Rev Charles Blasdell officiating. The family will speak with friends after the service.Carter was born September 11, 1970, in Cabarrus Co., the son of the late Pinky and Joyce Collins Walter.A lifelong area resident, Carter...

David “Carter” Walter, 53, passed away August 25, 2024 at his late mother’s residence after a period of declining health.A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday,...

Ernestine CampbellKannapolis

Ernestine “Tiney” Ross Campbell, 76, of Kannapolis, who was at her home, went to be with her Lord on Saturday morning, August 24, 2024.Born August 4, 1948, in Rowan County, she was a daughter of the late Ernest and Elnora Wensil Ross. In addition to her parents, preceding her in death were her husband, Jesse Campbell; a son, Jesse Wayne Campbell; sister, Jane Lipe; and her brother, Charlie Brown Huffstickler.Tiney had worked for many years at What-A-Burger, both at the #1 and...

Ernestine “Tiney” Ross Campbell, 76, of Kannapolis, who was at her home, went to be with her Lord on Saturday morning, August 24, 2024.Born August 4, 1948, in Rowan County, she was a...

Linda O'NealKannapolis

Linda D. Page O’Neal, 76, of Kannapolis, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024.Linda was born January 17, 1948 in Georgia. She was a cherished daughter of the late Frank “F.E” Page and Helen Patton Page. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Danny O’Neal; and sister, Doris Baynard.Linda was a true fan of life’s simple pleasures. Her days were often spent catching up on the latest soap opera drama. When she wasn’t glued to...

Linda D. Page O’Neal, 76, of Kannapolis, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024.Linda was born January 17, 1948 in Georgia. She was a cherished daughter of the late Frank...

Howard "Sonny" Tarlton Jr.Concord

Howard “Sonny” Tarlton, Jr, 82, of Concord, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 24, 2024 after a period of declining health.Sonny was born on May 21, 1942 in Cabarrus County to the late Howard Tarlton Sr. and Eula Motley Tarlton.Sonny retired from Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company. He enjoyed watching NASCAR races, and he was a big fan of Dale Earnhardt Sr. He also enjoyed fishing, going on trips to the beach, and spending time with his family. His...

Howard “Sonny” Tarlton, Jr, 82, of Concord, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 24, 2024 after a period of declining health.Sonny was born on May 21, 1942 in Cabarrus...

Jennifer BuscemiKannapolis

Jennifer Sharkey Buscemi, 65, wife of Michael Buscemi of Kannapolis, NC died on Saturday, August 24, 2024. Jennifer is predeceased by her parents Robert and Wanda Norton Sharkey of Orlando FL.Jennifer had suffered from liver and kidney problems for the last four years.Jennifer’s father Sr Master Sgt Robert Sharkey was career USAF which led the family to many locations including Homestead, FL, Lakeland, FL, Edwards Air Force Base, CA, Oahu, HI and finally...

Jennifer Sharkey Buscemi, 65, wife of Michael Buscemi of Kannapolis, NC died on Saturday, August 24, 2024. Jennifer is predeceased by her parents Robert and Wanda Norton Sharkey of Orlando...

Judy DryeKannapolis

Judy Ann Fowler Drye, 81, of Kannapolis, passed away Friday evening, August 23, 2024, at CMC Main.Born March 16, 1943, in Union County, she was the daughter of the late Herman Ledford Fowler and Mary Artith Fowler. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Lamar Carpenter; stepson, Dale Drye; daughter, Lisa Williams; a grandson, Nathan Carpenter; and brothers, Clinton, T.C. and Boyce Fowler.Mrs. Drye loved all her family and time spent with them. She was an...

Judy Ann Fowler Drye, 81, of Kannapolis, passed away Friday evening, August 23, 2024, at CMC Main.Born March 16, 1943, in Union County, she was the daughter of the late Herman Ledford Fowler and...

Bobby TealKannapolis

Bobby Ray Teal, 87, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness on Thursday August 22, 2024.Born January 17, 1937 to the late Jadie F and Sudie Gainey Teal. He was preceded in death by his siblings, J.Frank, Dorothy, Mary, Carolyn and Pearl. Educated in Cabarrus County Schools, he became an electrician by trade and retired from Cannon Mills. He proudly served in the United States Navy. Most...

Bobby Ray Teal, 87, of Kannapolis, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness on Thursday August 22, 2024.Born January 17, 1937 to the...

Robert BareLandis

Robert Lee Bare, 89, of Landis, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at his home.The family will receive friends at Whitley’s Funeral Home from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Sunday, August 25. Private cremation services will take place following the gathering of family and friends.Robert was born December 27, 1934, in Beckley WV, a son of the late Eugene and Pearl McGrady Bare. In addition to his parents, Robert was also preceded in death by his daughter, Kimberly Bare Parnell,...

Robert Lee Bare, 89, of Landis, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at his home.The family will receive friends at Whitley’s Funeral Home from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Sunday,...

Nancy ArgoKannapolis

Nancy L. Argo, 87 of Kannapolis, passed away Monday August 19, 2024 at her home.She was born in Cabarrus Co. to the late Rayvone Lisk and Jettie Johnson Lisk.Nancy worked for Sears and Roebuck Company for over 40 years. She enjoyed camping, going for rides in the car and traveling, she stayed busy raising four boys, she was a loving mother and grandmother.She was preceded in death by he husband Donald Argo, a son Mark Argo and a grandson William Dean Argo.Those left to cherish her...

Nancy L. Argo, 87 of Kannapolis, passed away Monday August 19, 2024 at her home.She was born in Cabarrus Co. to the late Rayvone Lisk and Jettie Johnson Lisk.Nancy worked for Sears and Roebuck...

Sybil McKinney

Sybil B. Edwards McKinney, age 83, of Kannapolis, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 16, 2024, from Autumn Care Salisbury after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.A funeral celebrating Sybil’s home-going will be held at Landis Baptist Church at 3:00 PM Sunday, August 25 with Rev. Mike Austin officiating. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park. Her family will receive friends at the church from 1:30 PM until service time.Sybil was born October...

Sybil B. Edwards McKinney, age 83, of Kannapolis, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 16, 2024, from Autumn Care Salisbury after a long battle with...

Wayne LundConcord

With profound sadness we announce the passing ofWayne Kendall Lund, 77, our loving and devotedhusband,father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle,cousin,and friend,onAugust 17, 2024at home in Concord, North Carolina,surrounded byhis family.Waynewas born on April 10, 1947, in Edgerton, Wisconsin, the son ofJǿrgen and Belinde (Christianson) Lund.He volunteered and...

With profound sadness we announce the passing ofWayne Kendall Lund, 77, our loving and devotedhusband,father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother,...

Rosinell CressKannapolis

Rosinell Josephine Hatley Cress,93 of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Caremoor Place in Kannapolis.She was born April 22, 1931 in Stanly County, N.C. a daughter of the late Junie Washington Hatley and Alice Mae Earnhardt Hatley. Also preceding her In death was her husband, Luther Martin Cress, Jr.Family members left to cherish her memory include a son, Luther “Luke” Martin Cress, III of Kannapolis, daughter, Shelby Belk and husband Fred of...

Rosinell Josephine Hatley Cress,93 of Kannapolis went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Caremoor Place in Kannapolis.She was born April 22, 1931 in Stanly County, N.C. a...

Henry CrowellKannapolis

Henry David Crowell, 72, of Kannapolis, passed away, Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Atrium Health Cabarrus.He was born August 25, 1951 in Cabarrus Co. to the late Henry David Crowell Sr. and Vendetta Marie Clayton.Henry was a union electrician working with nuclear power plants on the East Coast, he retired after 45 years of service. He enjoyed traveling with his wife up and down the East Coast, he was an avid Atlanta Braves and Las Vegas Raiders fan. Henry also enjoyed reading and...

Henry David Crowell, 72, of Kannapolis, passed away, Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Atrium Health Cabarrus.He was born August 25, 1951 in Cabarrus Co. to the late Henry David Crowell Sr. and...

William "Ken" CannonSalisbury

SALISBURY- William K. (Ken) Cannon passed away peacefully, August 14th, 2024, at the accomplished age of 85. In his last moments, he was surrounded by his sons and his beloved Carlotta, at his home in Salisbury as he desired.Born May 7, 1939, in Smyth County, Virginia, Ken was the eldest son of the late James Lewis and Maxie Allison. He graduated from Statesville High School and was an alumnus of East Carolina College (now University) where he majored in Accounting. After college Ken...

SALISBURY- William K. (Ken) Cannon passed away peacefully, August 14th, 2024, at the accomplished age of 85. In his last moments, he was surrounded by his sons and his beloved Carlotta, at his...

Judy Harper

Judy Ann Stafford Harper, 81, formally of Harrisburg and most recently of China Grove, died August 13, 2024, at Atrium Health Cabarrus after a period of declining health.A gathering of family and friends to celebrate Judy's life will be held at Whitley's Funeral Home on Saturday, August 24, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. A private interment of cremains service will be held at the Salisbury National Cemetery at a later date.Judy was born November 9, 1942, in Mecklenburg Co., a daughter of...

Judy Ann Stafford Harper, 81, formally of Harrisburg and most recently of China Grove, died August 13, 2024, at Atrium Health Cabarrus after a period of declining health.A gathering of family...

Rebecca Newton

Rebecca Jean Newton, our sweet beautiful angel, peacefully went to her Heavenly home Monday afternoon, August 12, 2024, at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital.Born July 27, 2024, she was the daughter of Brandon Lee Newton and Madison Nicole York Newton. In addition to her parents, family members include her brother, Matthew Lee Newton; maternal grandparents, Tracey Wilkins (Shannon) and Bobby York (Valerie); her paternal grandparents, Robbie and Cynthia Newton;...

Rebecca Jean Newton, our sweet beautiful angel, peacefully went to her Heavenly home Monday afternoon, August 12, 2024, at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital.Born July 27, 2024, she...

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