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Charles “Buddy” Harold Troutman, 86, of Kannapolis, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at his residence.
He was born October 20, 1938 in Cabarrus County, NC to the late William “Frank” Troutman and Clare Severt Troutman, the oldest of 11 children. Buddy was the owner of Troutman Roofing Company for over 50 years. He was a wonderful husband and loving father. Buddy was a great sportsman, hunting and fishing from the age of 9 years old. He will be greatly missed.
In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his siblings, Sue T. Barnhardt; Brenda T. Smith; Linda Kay Troutman; Donna T. Murph; Harry “Jack” Troutman; Nancy T. Walter; Guy F. Troutman; and Frances “Sissy” T. Simpson.
Charles is survived by his wife of 61 years, Alice Troutman; children, Tommy Troutman (Faith); Sandra Troutman; Timothy Troutman; and Glenn Troutman (Jill); grandchildren, Joshua (Tessa); Jacob; Lauren; Anna; Luke and London; great-grandchildren, Lena; Bodie; Olivia; Bryson; and Whaylan; sister, Tamera T. Benton; and brother, Terry L. Troutman.
There will be a memorial service held at 11am on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at New Beginning Community Church, 1914 Central Drive Kannapolis, NC 28083.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Atrium Health Hospice & Palliative Care Cabarrus, 5003 Hospice Lane
Kannapolis, NC 28081.
Carolina Cremation is assisting the Troutman family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Brenda Carter says
May our God of all comfort give you strength and peace during these difficult days. Prayers and love to all the family members!
Margaret Pigg and Family says
Dear Alice and family So sorry to hear of Buddy’s passing
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you doing this said time I pray for Strength Peace and Comfort May God bless each and everyone of you Love Hugs and Prayers
Margaret Pigg and family of Woodrow and Beatrice Brown
Margaret Pigg and Family says
Dear Alice and family We are so sorry to hear of Buddy’s passing
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you doing this said time I pray for Strength Peace and Comfort May God bless each and everyone of you Love Hugs and Prayers
Margaret Pigg and family of Woodrow and Beatrice Brown
Matt Smith says
Our heartfelt condolences to your family. May our LORD’s richest blessings be yours.
Matt & Florence Smith
James and Melony says
Thinking of you all during this time with fond memories
Angela Smith says
Gone but never forgotten. I met Buddy at the hunting cabin in paint bank. Ever year he would look at Sherman and say that is not the girl you had here last year. Always put a smile on my face.