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10/29/2025

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10/29/2025

Geraldine Ball Caughell

Mrs. Geraldine Ball Caughell passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, David & Gay, where she has lived for the last 4 years. She was surrounded by her family when she went to her final home in Heaven to spend eternity with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

A celebration of life will be held at 2 PM on November 15, 2025 at Providence Baptist Church in Harrisburg (5315 Highway 49 S, Harrisburg, NC 28075). The service will be officiated by Rev. Jim Hood. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1 PM to 2 PM. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park.

Gerry was born January 4, 1934 in Buffalo, NY, to the late John Frank Ball and Mary Mucha Ball. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Bruce Vanstone Caughell, who passed away in 2016.

Gerry was raised in Cheektowaga, NY, where she lived until she met and married Bruce. Gerry was a homemaker. She and the family moved to Saugerties, NY, in 1965 where Gerry was busy raising four children. She was also involved in the Women’s Club and was a Girl Scout leader. Bruce, Gerry, and their children moved to Concord, NC, in 1980. It was here that Gerry became active at Kerr Street United Methodist Church, Cabarrus County Home Extension, a neighborhood gourmet club, the Red Hat Club, and delivering Meals on Wheels with Bruce. Bruce and Gerry delivered Meals together for 25 years. They also served meals at the Open Hearts Community Soup Kitchen on Kerr Street for over 10 years. Many people were blessed by their presence at the community dinner… both those they served and those they served with at this ministry which continues on today. Son, Douglas, is thankful for their love and support of this wonderful ministry. Bruce and Gerry began camping with National Camping Travelers and Good Sam groups while still in NY. They continued to enjoy many years of camping with NCT and Good Sam after they moved to NC. They enjoyed traveling across the country with best friends, Cy and Ginny Holdeen, as well as traveling often with their grandchildren. In her later years, she enjoyed lunches with the Gettysburg Girls, playing cards with a few different groups of friends, and continuing to deliver Meals on Wheels with daughter, Deanna. Gerry loved her family, adored her grandchildren, and was lovingly known as Gigi by her great-grandchildren. Debbie, Deanna, and Christine will miss their shopping adventures… the Southern Christmas Show and Black Friday shopping were annual favorites. Gerry amazed everyone with the number of hours she could shop on Black Friday. Just last year, she shopped for over 6 hours (at 90 years old!).

Gerry is survived by children David Caughell and wife Gay of Harrisburg, Douglas Caughell and wife Claudia of Kannapolis, Deborah Sloop and husband Carl of Concord, and Deanna Parker and husband Tim of Kannapolis; grandchildren Christine Price and husband Byron, Matthew Parker and wife Allison, Wesley Caughell and wife Taylor, Jason Hinson, Sarah Casteline and husband Danny, and Joshua Sellers and wife Allison; great-grandchildren Airyana Price, Ella Price, Logan Parker, Luke Parker, Hazel Sellers, Meridith Johnson and husband Wesley, Madison Hernon, and Mya Hernon; great-great-grandson Jace Johnson; as well as nieces and nephews and other extended family.

The family would like to thank Mom’s wonderful friends that kept her active after she gave up driving. Her friends picked her up for cards, Red Hat meetings, lunches, and outings. Mom loved her friends and loved spending time with them.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Cabarrus County, 5003 Hospice Lane, Kannapolis, NC 28081, or Cabarrus Meals on Wheels, 342 Penny Lane, Concord, NC 28025.

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10/28/2025

Ralph Heath

Mr. Ralph Lee Heath of Concord, North Carolina, passed away early Sunday, October 26th, 2025, at Atrium Health Cabarrus.

The family will receive friends beginning at 11 on Saturday, November 1st, 2025, at Friendship Southern Baptist Church. His funeral service will immediately follow at 12 o’clock by Rev. Jesse Watkins.

Ralph was born January 25, 1943, in Walstonburg, North Carolina to the late Robert Lee Heath and Gertrude Harrison Heath. He was also preceded in death by his son, David Anthony Heath, and five of his six siblings, Geneva, Mildred, Gerald, John, and James Heath.

Ralph grew up on his family’s farm in Eastern North Carolina. He attended Walstonburg High School where he was the captain of the basketball team. After graduating in 1961, he studied Business Administration at East Carolina University, he then left school and joined the United States Army in 1964. During his time in the Army, Ralph was a Medical Corpsman stationed in Fort Polk, Louisiana. While on leave back home in North Carolina, he met his loving wife, Brenda, also known as “Pat”, and on February 20, 1965, they were married. In September of the same year while still in Louisiana, they welcomed their first son, David Anthony, into the world. In 1966, Ralph, Brenda, and David moved to Durham, North Carolina where Ralph began his long career in the electrical supply business working for Electric Supply Co. in Raleigh. In July of 1971, they welcomed their second son, William Patrick, into the world. Ralph continued to work for various electrical supply companies in different capacities for the next 55 years until he ultimately retired in 2021.

Ralph loved his work and took much pride in everything he did but he also enjoyed his leisure activities as well. From staying in their camper at Emerald Isle and Lake Gaston to taking family trips to New Orleans, Bermuda, and Acapulco, Ralph loved spending time away from everyday life with his friends and family. He also never met a stranger; he would greet every new face with a smile and firm handshake or hug. Ralph always made people feel welcome and would speak as if he’d known them his whole life. He was larger than life and will be sorely missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Ralph is survived by his wife of 60 years, Brenda “Pat” Fields Heath; son William Heath of Wilmington, grandchildren Lee and Lillianne Heath of Kannapolis; brother and sister-in law Carroll and Edith Heath of Greenville; Sisters in-law Beatrice and Sarah Heath of Greene County; other extended family members; and his dog Mellie.

Memorials may be made to Friendship Southern Baptist Church, 180 West Ave SW, Concord, NC 28027

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10/28/2025

Jacob Powers Dziadziola

Jacob “Jake” Powers Dziadziola, age 18, of Concord, North Carolina, passed away on October 26, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, intelligence, and quiet strength that will be remembered forever by all who knew him.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at St. James Catholic Church, with Father Glenn Parker officiating. Burial will follow at St. James Catholic Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Wilkinson Funeral Home.

Born on December 21, 2006, in Concord, NC, Jacob is the beloved son of Dr. James “Jim” Kenneth Dziadziola, Jr. and Karen Powers Dziadziola and beloved brother to James Kenneth Dziadziola III. A 2025 graduate of Christ the King Catholic High School, Jacob was attending Central Piedmont Community College, where he pursued his fascination with technology and innovation. His creativity and curiosity were boundless—he loved exploring computer engineering, 3D printing, and anything that allowed him to bring ideas to life.

Jacob’s brilliance was matched only by his kind and gentle heart. He was thoughtful, deeply introspective, and had a unique way of seeing the world. Whether gaming with friends, designing something new, or spending quiet time with family, Jacob brought light and meaning to the moments he shared.

He is survived by his loving parents, Jim and Karen Dziadziola; his brother, Jimmy Dziadziola; his grandparents, James Kenneth Dziadziola and Margaret Ann Dziadziola; Uncle Jeff and Aunt Gloria Dziadziola, Uncle David Dziadziola, Uncle Ken and Aunt Susan Powers, Uncle Patrick Powers, Aunt Kelly and Uncle Tom Walsh; along with many loving cousins and close family friends.

He is preceded in death by maternal grandparents Alexander Powers and Anita Powers.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. James Catholic Church, 139 Manor Ave SW, Concord, NC 28025, in Jacob’s memory.

Jacob’s life, though far too short, was filled with purpose, creativity, and love. His family and friends take comfort in knowing that his gentle spirit will live on through every memory he inspired and every life he touched.

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10/27/2025

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10/27/2025

10/26/2025

Todd Green

Mr. Jeffery "Todd" Green, 61, of Locust, entered into rest peacefully on October 25, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his father, Fred "Gene" Green (Gino) of Concord who greeted him in heaven. He is survived by his Mom, Pat Green, his sweet wife, Lori Hall Green; daughters, Ashley Green Summerlin and Chelsea Nicole Green; sisters, Tammy Brafford (Billy) and Renee Green Barfield; brothers, Randy Barnhardt, Sean Green; step-sons, Gavin Robertson (Amber) and Jacob Pierce (Hayley); and eight grandchildren, Banx, Torrence, Ravyn, Samuel, Emmanuel, Luke, Daniel and Nathaniel arriving in December. On Friday we also had the blessed announcement of another grandbaby due in 2026. He loved his grandchildren dearly. They were his pride and joy.

Mr. Green served 33 years in law enforcement, including 27 years with Cabarrus County and 6 years with the Stanly County Sheriffs Offices, and participated in the Explorer program as a Cadet Commander and was on the NC DARE Board. Todd loved being a school resource officer and being a positive influence in all of the kids& #39; lives. The kids at school loved him and called him OG. He loved his family, and riding motorcycles and nothing made him happier than when he was able to spend time with his family, and could hit the road on his bike. He loved the Lord and was a member of Greater Life Church in Locust. Todd and Lori loved serving the Lord together and served in their church regularly.

The Family will receive friends at Greater Life Church in Locust on Tuesday, 10/28, from 3-5. The memorial service will follow at 5:00. Services will be officiated by Pastor Daniel Haskett.

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10/26/2025

Today is Visit a Cemetery Day! Whether you want to honor a loved one's life or simply take part in history, consider stopping by the local cemetery for a moment. Say a few words and honor the lives of those who came before us because their lives brought us to who we are today.

10/25/2025

Patricia Hinson

Patricia Jackson Hinson passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Friday, October 24, 2025. Pat, as she was known to friends and family, was born in Seven Springs, NC on August 27, 1939, to the late Owen "Toddy" Jackson and Martha Jones Jackson. She was married to Donald Edward Hinson on July 26, 1959, at Garris Chapel Church in LaGrange, NC. She completed her nursing diploma at Louise Harkey School of Nursing at Cabarrus Memorial Hospital and worked 41 years until retirement from the same hospital. She also completed her BSN in 1989 from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

Pat is survived by her husband of 66 years Don Hinson, three daughters Donna Hinson Brown (Jeff) of Concord; Nancy Carol Hinson (Grady Privette) of Zebulon, NC and Laura Jo Hinson of Concord, NC, and her beloved nephew Darrell Wayne Coble of Concord. Additional survivors include her sister Norma Ann Jackson Vinson of LaGrange, NC and brother Owen Jackson Jr (Dorothy) of Goldsboro, NC; grandson Zachary Jackson Brown (Toni); grandson Dakota Bland Rice (Mallory), and granddaughter, Kory Nicole Rice Kebea (Brandon), three great-grandsons and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at West Concord Baptist Church, 225 Warren C. Coleman Boulevard, Concord, NC 28027, on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM with a memorial service to immediately follow at 2 PM. A private burial will follow the service at West Concord Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorials be made to West Concord Baptist Church where Pat was a long-time choir member, Sunday School Teacher and member or to Hospice of Cabarrus County, 5003 Hospice Lane Kannapolis, NC 28081. The family would like to extend a gratitude to Cabarrus Emergency Medical Services and the Concord Police Department for their extreme professionalism and kindness at the time of our mothers' death. Online condolences may be made at www.wilkinsonfuneralhome.com

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10/25/2025

Thomas Smith

Thomas Roland Smith, age 67, of Salisbury, passed away Friday October 24, 2025, Surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on February 13th, 1958, in Concord North Carolina, Thomas was the son of the late Clarence and Ethel Smith.

Thomas was a family man as he loved his family and enjoyed spending all the time, he could with them. Most of all his grandkids were the joy of his life. He also enjoyed everythingand all things trains. Thomas also served in the Army 82ndAirborne division, where he was a Green Beret.

Thomas is survived by his loving wife Alice Smith, his daughter Crystal Long (Sammy), Son Thomas Smith Jr (Carol), his stepdaughter Jordan Jarrell (Tripp), stepson Trey Stokes, and ten grandchildren who will all cherish his memory.

A funeral service will be held Monday October 27th, 2025 at Wilkinson Funeral Home at 7pm. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 6:00-7:00pm with the service to follow in the chapel at Wilkinson Funeral Home.

Memorial may be made to Boy Scouts of North Carolina, PO Box 250, 32252 Hwy. 24-27 Albermarle, North Carolina 28002

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10/24/2025

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10/24/2025

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