All Obituaries

Shirley Shinn Efird, 79, of Stanfield, entered her Heavenly home on May 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and the peace of her unwavering faith in Jesus Christ. Born on October 6, 1946, Shirley was the daughter of the late Lawson and Helen Shinn. She lived a life marked by kindness, hospitality, service to others, and a steadfast devotion to her faith and family. To know Shirley was to feel welcomed, loved, and encouraged. Her gentle spirit and warm smile left a lasting impression ...

David Andrew Bordine, 42, of Troy, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2026. The family will receive friends Friday, May 15, 2026 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at Edwards Funeral Home in Norwood.  David was born on May 26, 1983 in San Diego, CA to the late Andrew Bordine and Lucille Perralto. He was a good man and a loving husband, father, and friend. He enjoyed spending time with his family and playing with his children and all the kids in the family. He was truly loved and will be greatly ...

Robert Lee Petro, born November 9, 1945, passed away at home on May 6, 2026, a man of steady grit and high-octane passion, has taken his final ride. Born in McKeesport,Pennsylvania to the late Thomas and Jean Thrasher Petro. He was an alumnus of the University of Pittsburgh, Bob was a unique blend of “high-tech” and “high octane” A proud Vietnam Veteran, he served with honor aboard the USS Fred T. Berry (DD-858).He carried that Navy discipline into a lifelong career ...

Ronald Colman Hutchinson passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Autumn Care of Biscoe. Ronny was born on October 8, 1940, in Elizabethtown, North Carolina. He was the fifth child of Duncan Alexander Hutchinson, Sr. and Catherine McKay Hutchinson. During high school, he achieved the rank of Eagle Scout and excelled in both basketball and football. He graduated from Elizabethtown High School in 1959 and went on to graduate from Wilmington College in Wilmington, North Carolina, in 1965. He ...

Michael Andrew Harrison ‘Mikey’ , 21, of Albemarle, passed away Monday, May 4, 2026 at his home.  Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at Community Full Gospel in Norwood. Pastor Mike Lisk and Pastor Mike Rinehardt will officiate and interment will follow at Stanly Gardens of Memory in Albemarle. The family will receive friends on Wednesday evening, May 6, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Edwards Funeral Home in Norwood.  Michael was born on May ...

Sandy Michele Taylor Hunt, 55, of Stanfield passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026 at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis.  Sandy was born on October 22, 1970 to Tommy Randall and Hilda Helms Taylor. She worked as a travel nurse and was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Albemarle. She is preceded in death by her brothers: Tommy Randall Taylor Jr., and Michael Shane Taylor In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband: Glen Hunt, children: Leslie Dabbs, Marc Dabbs, ...

Vivian Edwards Talbert, 84, of Albemarle passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at Atrium Health Stanly. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Edwards Funeral Home in Norwood. Brandi Edwards will officiate. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.  Vivian was born on February 2, 1942 to the late Hubert Beagle and Geneva Lee Edwards. She was a devoted member of Union Chapel Methodist Church serving in their Missions ...

Warren G Little Jr. ‘Bubba’, 68, of Norwood, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at Atrium Health Stanly.  Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday, April 19, 2026 at Cottonville Baptist Church. Pastor JR Murr will officiate and interment will follow at the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.  Bubba was born on July 23, 1957 in Stanly County to the late Warren G Sr. and Margaret Hill Little. He retired from the ...

Mamie Montize Lefler Shue Whitley, 99, of Norwood, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at South Stanly Baptist Church. Rev. Jeffery Pope will officiate and interment will follow at Simpson Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, April 17, 2026 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Edwards Funeral Home in Norwood.  Ms. Whitley was born on October 24, 1926 in Stanly ...

Ted Rhoad Sikes, 91, of Polkton passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at his home, surrounded by his loved ones. A funeral service will be held on Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Rocky River Baptist Church in Polkton. Pastors Dennis Stegall, and Donald Rhyne will officiate. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  Ted was born on October 31, 1934 to the late Pearl and Lessie Sikes. He served in the US Army and ...