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Obituary For David Cornealius Cardwell
David Cornelius Cardwell, 82 of Madison, NC passed Tuesday, December 16, 2025. The family will receive friends, Tuesday, December 23, 2025, from 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the Mary D .Perry Memorial Chapel of Perry-Spencer Funeral Home. The “Celebration of Life” will begin at 1:00 p.m. with interment following at Citizens Cemetery, Madison, NC.
A public viewing will be held Monday, December 22, 2025, from 2:00 pm– 7:00 pm, at Perry-Spencer Funeral Home 402 Short Avenue, Madison, NC., NC.
David Cornelius Cardwell passed away at the age of 82. He transitioned at is living facility in Greensboro, NC.
He attended Charles R. Drew School.
David was born to Neal and Nannie Mae Hayes Cardwell. He was a textile worker for many years. He was preceded in death by his parents and children: Vickie Mae Pennix, 2 brothers; John Will and Charles Lewis Cardwell, 2 sisters; Sallie Francis Pichard and Mattie Malloy. He is survived by his wife; Lucinda Wilkerson Cardwell. Son: David S. Cardwell, Jr., daughters; Lora Jean Williamson (Kenneth), Latoya Kalentra Edwards and Clara Ann Cardwell, 1 brother; John M. Cardwell, 2 sisters; Elder Linda Clodfelter and Regina Ziglar. Nine grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren along with a host of other family and friends.
David was fun loving spirit, he never met a stranger and enjoyed his family and extended family. He love his extended family at Heartland living facility and the Pace organization. David was very active with activities such as Spades, art and painting. He really enjoyed “Bingo” every Monday with his daughter and son-in-law. All the residents took Bingo days very serious. When he would call Bingo and it was time for the prizes he would say what do you have for the ladies. He spoiled all the CNA'S, he would call them his girls and would have something for them. He loved each and every one of them. David will greatly be missed by them all.
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Glory to God! You were always there when we needed you growing up. If my mom (Mattie) had a need you were there. As a kid, mom would say: "if you keep it up, I'm going to tell your uncles (David, Charles, John, and JW)" and I would instantly get myself together. Your honest words of wisdom over the years still mean a lot to me. I love you, uncle David! Rest Easy!
Tony (Cheryl) Malloy
My dear friend. You are gone but not forgotten. You will be missed at Heartland. All the laughs we shared i will carry in my heart. God will give your family they need. God bless .Marnita Raleigh
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David was an amazing man. He never met anyone he didn't like. David had stories for day, he would do his rounds in Madison in his wheelchair, if he got hot he would roll up under a shade tree ,waving at everyone. He had lived in Rockingham all his life so it was like he knew everyone. I loved my daddy to the moon and back, I'm really going to miss you daddy. I love you. Lora
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Condolences and prayers to you Linda and your family during this difficult time 🙏
Praying for our sister Regina and the entire family. I had the pleasure of knowing Mr David when he worked on lawn mower. He was a hard working man. RIP.
My sympathy to Regina and the entire Cardwell family.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
