Hartsell Funeral Home - Harrisburg, NC

01/16/2026

"The Value of Viewing"

Editor’s Message: This new article series is designed to demystify embalming through focused case studies, addressing diverse audiences within funeral service – from laypersons and students to funeral directors and

01/14/2026

Jo-Ann Teresa Lenzi Popham

After a courageous journey with cancer, Jo-Ann Teresa Lenzi Popham, 72, of Harrisburg, NC passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026, with her husband of 52 years by her side. Jo-Ann was born February 25, 1953, in Brooklyn, New York to the late Frances Thomas Lenzi and Grace Veronica Lenzi. As a young child Jo-Ann and her parents relocated to Orlando, Florida to be near family. She graduated from Edgewater High School in 1971 and Valencia Junior College in 1973. Thereafter...

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01/12/2026

William Fred Alexander Jr.

William "Bill" Fred Alexander Jr., 82, of Harrisburg, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Bill was born October 28, 1943, in Durham, North Carolina, to the late William Fred Alexander Sr. and the late Iris Caroline Marrett Alexander. He was also preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Joy Lynnette Alexander; and brother, Robert Earle Alexander. Bill was a veteran of the United States Army and proudly served during the Vietnam War. He worked at Southern Bell for 20...

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01/07/2026

Hugo Alex Londono

Hugo Alex Londoño, age 48, has passed away on January 3,2026. He was born on November 7,1977 in Venezuela, a place that shaped the foundation of who he was. His life though far too short was filled with meaning, love and unforgettable experiences. He was a loving son and a dedicated father, roles he held with pride and devotion. He lived his life to the fullest embracing each day with authenticity and heart. A true adventurer at soul, he had...

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01/06/2026

Michele Ann Walser Komendat

Michele Ann Walser Komendat, 64, of Concord, passed away Friday, January 2, 2026. Michele was born January 5, 1961, in Buffalo, New York, to the late Richard Dwayne Walser and the late Christa Elise Müssig Walser. Michele played varsity sports all throughout high school. She excelled in swimming and soccer. She was a graduate of the University at Buffalo and studied abroad in Germany. She's a die-hard Bills fan and always loved coming home to visit family and friends in...

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01/05/2026

Daniel Ray Kuda

Daniel “Dan” Kuda, affectionately known as “Paw Paw,” passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the age of 68. Dan was born August 13, 1957, in Mexico, Missouri, and spent his early years in St. Louis, Missouri, where he built lifelong roots and memories. In 1990, he moved to Charlotte, North Carolina, which he proudly called home for the remainder of his life. Dan was a devoted husband to his beloved...

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01/05/2026

Matthew Peter Ward

“Matthew Peter Ward, 65, of Charlotte, NC passed away Friday, December 19, 2025 in his home in Charlotte. Matt was born September 12, 1960 in Queens, NY to the late Peter Jerome Ward and the late Mary Margaret Ward. He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Katarina Ward, sister Nancy Fahy and husband Jack, sister Marianne Ryerson and husband Tom, nieces Gretchen Ryerson and Jennie Ryerson, as well as cousins Laura Searcy, Nick Fischer and Franci Candlin. As...

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01/05/2026

Carolyn Midkiff Harris

Carolyn Ann Midkiff Harris, RN, BSN 05 November 1939 – 26 December 2025 Carolyn Midkiff Harris was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on December 26, 2025, at PruittHealth Center in Harrisburg, North Carolina, where she was undergoing rehabilitation from a stroke. She was 86 years old. Carolyn was the daughter of Dixie Columbus and Willie Aileen Davis Midkiff, born on November 5, 1939, in Mount Airy, Surry County, North Carolina. She moved to Concord, North Carolina, in 1943 and...

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01/02/2026

01/01/2026

Patricia Smith

Patricia Alden Smith, 93, of Charlotte, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. Pat Smith was born January 12, 1932, in Marston, NC, to the late Amasa Crawford Alden and the late Lilia Mae Campbell Alden. She was also preceded in death by husband, Elton Dowd Smith; son, Jerry W. Smith; daughter, Linda S. Covington; 5 sisters, Marguerite Rivers, Doris Smith, Betty Jo Foley, Peggy Taylor, and Elsie Edmunds; and son-in-law, Ron Taylor. Pat...

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01/01/2026

Sylvia Morris

Sylvia R. Morris, 88, of Harrisburg, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026. Sylvia was born August 17, 1937, in Richmond, VA, to the late William Richardson and the late Belinda Muriel Harris Richardson. She was also preceded in death by her devoted husband of 65 years, Earl "Kenneth" Morris; sister, Wilma Austin; brother, William Richardson Jr.; and son-in-law, Wayne Meadows. Sylvia spent 20 years working as a paralegal in Richmond, Virginia. She later served as an administrative assistant at the...

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01/01/2026

May you find courage, strength and peace as you move forward in 2026.
~ Hartsell Group