Kendall Lee Papenfuse, 22 years old passed away tragically on Tuesday October 27, 2026 in Jacksonville North Carolina.

Known for his sweet nature, infectious belly laughs and huge heart, Kendall never met a stranger. A good story and a hilarious joke will forever be tied to Kendall’s name and memory. He loved his family, his friends a good Harley ride, the grinch and strawberry yum-yum. He loved his girlfriend Jayden and her little boy Bentley with his whole heart.

Left to forever cherish his memory is his father Freddy Papenfuse; mother , Amber Papenfuse and sister Makinley Papenfuse of Richlands North Carolina. His “Papa” Daren Norris and “Nanma” Vicky Norris, his uncle and aunt Josh & Hannah Norris, Uncle Casey Norris and cousins Waylon & Evelyn Norris all of Jacksonville. He also leaves behind so many faithful friends.

Funeral service will be Friday, October 30th at 1pm at Harris Creek Missionary Baptist church in Jacksonville NC. Visitation will be at 12pm right before service. Burial service following funeral at Pierce family cemetery behind his Nanma and Papas house.