All Obituaries

On Sunday, September 25, 2022, Tommy H. Hairston, Sr., answered God's call at his residence with his wife.  He was born in Rowan County on March 20, 1961 to the late Barbara J. Hairston and Howard E. "Tree" Ellis. He was a graduate of North Rowan High School and furthered his education at Fayetteville Technical Community College where he earned an Associates Degree in Funeral Service in 1982. He became a licensed funeral director/embalmer and enjoyed a fruitful career in the field of...

Richard Sylvester Cuthbertson, Jr.  of Cleveland, NC, departed this life at Novant Health Medical Center on Saturday, September 2, 2022 at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center, Salisbury.  He was born in Rowan County to the late Annette Ijames and Richard Sylvester Cuthbertson Sr., and attended the Cedar Grove AME Zion Church at an early age. He was educated in the Rowan County public Schools. He was employed at the Kontoor Brand Company.  Richard was a devoted...

Ishameal Jamaal Bash, of charlotte, NC departed this life on July31, 2022. He was born in Jersey City, NJ, to Diana Michele Bash, on August 13, 1993. He attended the Anderson County public schools and was a construction worker by trade. Ishameal loved to draw and was considered an artist with his many artworks. He will truly be missed by his family and friends who loved him dearly. In addition to his mother, he is survived by two brothers, Wesley D., and Amad Bash, of Jersey City, NJ:...

It is with great sadness that Hairston Funeral Home announces the death of DeMarcus JaQuan Blackwell, age 21 who passed on, Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at Novant Health Rowan Regional Medical Center.      DeMarcus (affectionately known as "Flip") was born in Davidson County on, January 3, 2001 to Angela and Derrick Blackwell.  He was a graduate of South Rowan High School, was employed as a cook at Wendy's, and previously assisted Hairston Funeral Home as...

On Sunday, July 10, 2022, God touched the sweet, loving spirit of our precious angel, Kennedy Nicole Page, at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center and lifted her into his arms. Our precious angel, Kennedy was born on September 21, 2021 to her parents, Taylor Wagner and Kenneth Page (deceased).  She was a cheerful, bubbly and lovable child, who was so dearly loved by all of her family. Family who will forever cherish our precious Kennedy are mother, Taylor Wagner (significant...

"We Shall Behold the Lamb of God" Though the clouds may hang over there will be a brighter day. In that land, they call heaven God shall wipe all tears away. We shall Behold the Lamb of God Sitting on the throne There be no more crying, no more weeping Troubles will be gone Hallelujah, there be joy forever more When we reach that other shore.   It is with tremendous sadness that Hairston Funeral Home announces the death of our beloved Preacher of the...

     Ms. Deborah Diane Chambers Walker answered God’s call on, Monday, June 27, 2022 at the residence of her son, Troy Chambers.  She was born in Rowan County on May 21, 1959 to the late Elbert Leon Chambers, Sr., and Annie Heggins Chambers.  She was a graduate of Salisbury High School and furthered her education earning college credits towards her goal to become a Certified Nurse Assistant.       She retired from the W. G. (Bill)...

"In Loving Memory" "In Loving Memory" of J.C. Cowan, also known by his family and friends as "J, departed this life in Texas on May 3rd, 2022 to join our heavenly father. He was born on March 8, 1954 to the late Floree and Harry Cowan Sr. He was preceded in death and joined his parents, sister Alberta, brothers Avery and Larry Cowan, grandparents Alberta and Abraham Lowes, nieces,Tyasia Hall and Michelle Cowan, Uncles David, Abraham, James, and Nathan Lyles, J.C and...

  Our beloved Sharon Valarie West Swafford, age 52 of Salisbury, passed on Monday, April 18, 2022 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Queens, New York, on, March 19, 1970 to Margaret Heligh West and Mr. Otis Eugene West Sr., She was a graduate of Junior Richmond High School, New York and Rowan Medical Center, Salisbury where she earned her Nursing Degree. Sharon lived life to the fullest she enjoyed shopping and playing...

Lt. Col. (Ret.) Clinton D. Amos, Jr. Lt. Col. Amos was born May 19, 1928 to the late Clinton and Lilla Amos. His soul went to be with the Lord on April 23, 2022. He is a strong believer in the mercy and grace of God and in the sacrifice of His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ. Lt. Col. Amos’ daughter Clivetta Doleman (husband Albert) have called Salisbury home for over 30 years. They raised their three sons here, Albert Doleman, Jr. (Tiffany), Garrett Doleman and Patrick Doleman. Lt....