Whitley's Funeral Home

Whitley's Funeral Home We are dedicated to providing your family the care and compassion that you need in this important time.

For more than 90 years we have served the families of Cabarrus and Rowan Counties in their bereavement. Now in our third generation of family ownership, we are still committed to service excellence.

Johnny Wesley CletoJohnny Wesley Cleto, 31, of Manning, passed away on October 29, 2025. Johnny was born on November 28,...
11/17/2025

Johnny Wesley Cleto

Johnny Wesley Cleto, 31, of Manning, passed away on October 29, 2025. Johnny was born on November 28, 1993, in South Carolina. He was a cherished son of Edwigis Cleto and Jody Cutter Cleto. Johnny was preceded in death by his grandfather, Randall Cutter, and grandma, Sara Hart. Johnny loved the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time on the lake. He was happiest outside or working with his hands, always finding something to do. Family and friends meant...

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James Edward LambertJames “Jim” Edward Lambert, 77, of Kannapolis, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Carem...
11/15/2025

James Edward Lambert

James “Jim” Edward Lambert, 77, of Kannapolis, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Caremoor Retirement Community. Jim was born on October 27, 1948, in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, to the late Noah Edward Lambert and the late Dorothy Karriker. He was also preceded in death by Roger Tutterow, Randy Tutterow, and Betty Welch. The family will receive friends from 3:00–3:45 P.M. on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Whitley’s Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow at 4:00 P.M....

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Dennis N. RobinsonDennis Neil Robinson, 76, of Kannapolis, passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the VA Hospice ...
11/12/2025

Dennis N. Robinson

Dennis Neil Robinson, 76, of Kannapolis, passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the VA Hospice Unit of the W.G. Hefner Veteran’s Medical Center in Salisbury. He was born in Cabarrus County on August 4, 1949, to the late Marvin Neil Robinson and Beulah Jones Robinson. Dennis graduated from A.L. Brown High School in 1969. He was drafted into the United States Army, where he served for two years. Shortly after completing basic training, he was deployed to Vietnam...

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Jackie “Tommy” Thomas Henry Jr.Jackie “Tommy” Thomas Henry Jr., 68, of Concord, went into the arms of his heavenly fathe...
11/11/2025

Jackie “Tommy” Thomas Henry Jr.

Jackie “Tommy” Thomas Henry Jr., 68, of Concord, went into the arms of his heavenly father on Friday, November 7, 2025. Tommy was born on October 7, 1957, in Cabarrus County, North Carolina. He was a cherished son of Mireille Douglas and the late Jackie Thomas Henry Sr. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Ella Henry Fitzsimmons. Tommy was a man of quiet strength, deep faith, and steady devotion to those around...

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Betty “Jean” Council MorrisonBetty “Jean” Council Morrison, 89, of Terrell, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Frida...
11/09/2025

Betty “Jean” Council Morrison

Betty “Jean” Council Morrison, 89, of Terrell, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, November 7, 2025. Jean was born on May 1, 1936, in Wake County, North Carolina. She was a cherished daughter of the late James Dwight Council and Betty Keith Council. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Wade Morrison Sr. Jean was a hard worker who took pride in everything she did. She enjoyed playing bingo,...

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Judy Ann JamesJudy Ann Key James, 79, of Kannapolis, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at her home, after a perio...
11/06/2025

Judy Ann James

Judy Ann Key James, 79, of Kannapolis, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at her home, after a period of declining health. She was born July 12, 1946, in Cabarrus Co. to the late Paul Hampton Key and Alice Scarboro Key. Judy was a loving wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, she enjoyed sitting on the porch, spending time in the mountains, particularly at the Cherokee casino. She enjoyed shopping, going out, and hosting family parties, especially at Christmas time. She...

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William Earl AtwellWilliam Earl Atwell, 85, of China Grove, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at Atrium Health C...
11/06/2025

William Earl Atwell

William Earl Atwell, 85, of China Grove, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital. William was born March 5, 1940, in Iredell County, North Carolina to the late Liston Foy Atwell and the late Evelyn Omtea Corriher Atwell. He was also preceded in death by his son, Todd Atwell. The family will receive friends from 5:00 P.M. - 5:45 P.M. on Friday, November 7, 2025, at Mt. Zion United Church of Christ. The funeral service...

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Ercelia JohnstonErcelia Diaz Johnston, 85, of Davidson, NC, previously from Key West, FL, passed away peacefully on Octo...
11/05/2025

Ercelia Johnston

Ercelia Diaz Johnston, 85, of Davidson, NC, previously from Key West, FL, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025. Ercelia was born on February 18, 1940, in Key West, Florida. She was a cherished daughter of the late Frank Diaz and Geraldine Alfonso Koehn. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Edgar Lee Johnston Sr.; her great grandson, Henry Hutson; brother, Orlando “Landy” Diaz, and her uncle and aunt, Edward and Ruby Koehn....

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Russell WebsterRussell Eugene Webster, born on October 21, 1938, in Rowan County, passed away on November 3, 2025, surro...
11/05/2025

Russell Webster

Russell Eugene Webster, born on October 21, 1938, in Rowan County, passed away on November 3, 2025, surrounded by the love and comfort of his children and grandchildren. Russell had a commendable career at Cannon Mills, where he worked as a Packer. His life was marked by a remarkable passion for sports, particularly softball, where he spent an impressive 30 years on the Cannon Mills softball team. His contributions to the game earned him the endearing nickname of "The Living...

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Trena BallardTrena Deoan Ballard, 64, of Salisbury, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 3, 2025. Trena was born o...
11/05/2025

Trena Ballard

Trena Deoan Ballard, 64, of Salisbury, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 3, 2025. Trena was born on May 15, 1961 in Michigan. She was a cherished daughter of the late Ollie Hubbard Ballard and Curley Ballard. In addition to her mother, Trena was preceded in death by her sister, Tena Marie Ballard Shepard. Trena will be remembered for her loving heart, creative spirit, and wonderful sense of humor. She loved doing crafts, getting her nails done, and sharing laughter...

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Larry R. RiggsLarry R. Riggs, 86, of Concord, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, with his family by his side. He ...
11/04/2025

Larry R. Riggs

Larry R. Riggs, 86, of Concord, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, with his family by his side. He was born in Kannapolis on February 21, 1939, to the late John Green Riggs Sr and Mary Swicegood Riggs.Larry married the love of his life, Nelda Lee Joyce on August 4, 1962, in Reidsville, North Carolina.Larry worked in education for over 35 years. He was the principal at Odell Elementary School for 25 years. During his time as a teacher,...

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Louis Watford, Jr.Louis "Punkin" Watford, Jr., 67, of China Grove, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at his home.L...
11/03/2025

Louis Watford, Jr.

Louis "Punkin" Watford, Jr., 67, of China Grove, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at his home.Louis was born December 18, 1957, in Darlington County, South Carolina to the late Louis Watford, Sr. and the late Helen Kennedy Watford.He was also preceded in death by siblings, David Watford and Janet Dalton.Survivors include wife of 45 years, Pamela Hager Watford of the home; son, Brandon Watford (Sarah) of the home; grandchildren, Kailei Watford and Kobe Gardner; sisters, Gena Johnson (Richard)...

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1748 Dale Earnhardt Boulevard
Kannapolis, NC
28083

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5pm
Sunday 8:30am - 5pm

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