Student Health Center’s Jessica Gunnels has died

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Jessica Gunnels, an administrative support associate for the Student Health Center, died June 21.

Gunnels, who joined the University in January 2022, previously worked as a recovery counselor. Brandi Simpson, SHC supervisor, stated, “We are saddened to lose our dear friend and co-worker, Jessica Gunnels. She was such a bright, caring, creative and talented soul.  She will be sorely missed by us all.”

A celebration of life is scheduled for 3 p.m., Saturday, July 22, at Think Kingdom, 465 South Cannon Blvd., Kannapolis, North Carolina.