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Members Who Have Passed Away In 2012
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Thomas Sladden, Jr. (06/24/1977 - 02/04/2012)
Thomas, 34, of Charlotte, NC, passed away suddenly in Florence, South Carolina, February 4, 2012.
He was born June 24, 1977 in Gaston County, NC, to Thomas Daniel Sladden, Sr. and Susan Sladden. Thomas was a 1995 graduate of North Gaston High School and a graduate of Gaston College. He worked as an Senior Security Analyst in information technology with Wells Fargo Bank, formerly Wachovia, for more than 10 years.
The Sladden family will greet friends 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Tuesday, February 7 and 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at McEwen Funeral Service at Sharon. A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held 2:00 PM, Thursday, February 9, 2012 at Carmel Presbyterian Church with The Reverend Jim Szeyller, Senior Pastor, officiating. Inurnment will follow in the church columbarium.
Thomas is survived by his wife, Kristy Keough Sladden of Charlotte, NC; their two children: Emma Elise Sladden and Ethan Daniel Sladden; his father, Thomas Daniel Sladden Sr. and wife, Mary of Charlotte, NC; his mother, Susan S. Harbaugh and husband, Wayne of Summerville, SC; and his three sisters: Jennifer Sladden Johnson and Andrew Truesdale and their son, Marshall Thomas Truesdale of Covington, GA; Meredith Joy Sladden and her son, Owen Reilly Darrow of Charlotte, NC and Hayley Janine Harbaugh of Summerville, SC.
Memorials may be made in remembrance of Thomas Sladden to his church, Carmel Presbyterian Church, 2048 Carmel Road, Charlotte, NC 28226. Condolences and notes of encouragement may be sent to the family by visiting www.mcewenfs.com.
McEwen Funeral Service at Sharon Memorial Park, 5716 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC 28212.
Wolfgang G. Kretzschmar - (08/11/1937 - 02/02/2012)
Wolfgang (Wolf) G. Kretzschmar, 74, of Charlotte, NC, died on February 2, 2012. He was born in Geithain, Germany on August 11, 1937, a son of the late Gerhard and Hildegard Kretzschmar.
Wofgang spent his early years in the former East Germany, much of which was impactd by the devastation of WWII. After graduating from high school, he attended Forst University in East Germany, obtaining a master's degree in textile chemistry. The day after marrying Christa Meissner in 1960, the newlyweds pulled of a dangerous escape to West Germany with little money, a suitcase, and a determination for a better life. Like so many in Germany, Wolfgang overcame great obstacles and persevered through a dark emotional time in Germany's history.
After working his way into a job, he spent his entire professional career, 35 years, at Hoechst Corporation (Celanese). Promotions took him from Germany to Nigeria, and finally to the United States in 1977. Wolfgang's background continued to drive him throughout his career, where his intelligence and hard work resulted in the award of four U.S. patents, and elevation to Managing Director in Hoechst's Specialty Chemicals business unit. He retired in 1996.
Wolfgang is survived by his wife, Christa Meissner Kretzschmar of Charlotte; his brother, Peter Kretzschmar (Evelyn) of Wurzen, Germany; his son, Frank Kretzschmar (Conny) of Frankfurt, Germany; his daughter, Ina Gill (Randy) of Atlanta, GA; as well as grandchildren Simon and Alexa Kretschmar of Frankfurt, Germany, and Max, Elke and Lucas Gill of Atlanta, GA.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at Carmel Presbyterian Church, 2048 Carmel Rd., Charlotte, NC 28226. A reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall.
Memorial contributions may be made to Carmel Presbyterian Church.
Members Who Have Passed Away In 2011
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Albert "Pete" Frazier Sloan (09/12/1929 - 10/17/2011)
Pete Sloan, 82 of Charlotte passed away Monday afternoon, October 17, 2011, in the Dickson Heart Unit of Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte. Pete was born in Charlotte, the youngest child of Margaret Caldwell and Robert Sloan, was reared in the Steele Creek Community and attended Berryhill High School. At the age of seventeen he left school to join the Army, serving as an MP in Tokyo. Upon returning to Charlotte he married his 'bride' Marcia, a partnership which was to endure for sixty years until her death five months ago.
After a brief career selling Kirby vacuum cleaners door to door, he enrolled at Presbyterian College, graduating in three years. In 1955 he was hired as a manufacturing management trainee at Lance Inc. Pete's integrity, work ethic, relational leadership and common sense, communicated by a sharp wit and booming voice, became hallmarks of his steady and decisive leadership. In 1973 he became President and CEO and in 1977 he was elected Chairman of the Board. Over a thirty-five year career he preserved and advanced the widely admired relational culture and strong financial performance that made Lance a Charlotte icon and a regional and national snack food powerhouse.
Pete was recognized as one of Charlotte's most influential citizens, serving on multiple boards including NCNB, Heineman Medical Research, Bassett Furniture, Central Piedmont Community College, Presbyterian College, Dr. Pepper, Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, American Red Cross, PCA International and Cato Corp. The Sloan-Morgan Building at Central CPCC is named in his honor. In 2004 he was inducted into the North Carolina Business Hall of Fame.
In addition to his wife Marcia, he was predeceased by three siblings, Robert, Hannah and Mary Lenore. He is survived by his son A.F. 'Kip' Sloan, Jr. of Greenville, NC, sisters-in-law Phyllis Twitty and Polly Smith and numerous nieces and nephews. The family expresses its gratitude to the physicians, nurses and staff of CMC Main.
A private graveside service will be held at Steele Creek Presbyterian Church Cemetery on Thursday, October 20, 2011, followed by a memorial service at Carmel Presbyterian Church at 2:00 pm. A reception will follow the service in the church fellowship hall.The service will be held at Carmel Presbyterian Church and led by Gabe Smith- a nephew of Pete's and an ordained minister.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heineman Medical Research Center, 1001 Blythe Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203.
Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service; please share condolences online at www.hankinswhittington.com. Published in Charlotte Observer on October 18, 2011
Marcia Sloan (09/17/1928 to 05/12/2011)
Marcia Sloan of Charlotte passed away May 12, 2011. She was born in Lancaster, South Carolina on September 17, 1928.
She moved to Charlotte in 1948 where she worked as Promotion Manager for Eagle Stores. Marcia married Pete Sloan in February 1951. She served as Executive Assistant to the President of Presbyterian College where she earned her PHT 'Pushed Husband Through' degree. Upon Pete's graduation the Sloans returned to Charlotte in 1955 where Marcia served as President of the Jaycetts, Myers Park Women's Golf Association, Quail Hollow Women's Golf Association, Carmel Presbyterian Women of the Church, and was also active in Charity League.
Marcia lived a life of dedication, love and service to her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her brother Charles Twitty and is survived by her husband Pete Sloan, son Kip Sloan of Greenville, NC, sister Polly Smith, and sister-in-law Phyllis Twitty. The family expresses deep gratitude to Dr. Rose, Dr. Russ and the nurses of the progressive care unit of CMC Main.
A graveside service will be held at Steele Creek Presbyterian Church at 1:30 pm on Sunday, May 15, 2011 followed by a memorial service at Carmel Presbyterian Church (Charter Members Of Carmel) at 3:00 pm. The family will receive friends in the fellowship hall following the memorial service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heineman Medical Research Center, 1001 Blythe Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203.
Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service; please share condolences online at www.hankinswhittington.com.
Adelaide Lennon Gantt (07/19/28 to 06/23/2011)
Adelaide Lennon Gantt passed away after a battle with cancer on June 23, 2011. She was born July 19, 1928 to the late Byron Swindell Lennon and Addie Smith Lennon in Whiteville, North Carolina. Adelaide was preceded in death by her husband, William Darnell Gantt, in 1983 and by two brothers, Thurston Lennon and Carl S. Lennon.
Educated at UNC-Greensboro and the School of Social Work at UNC-Chapel Hill, she was employed for many years by the State Department of Social Services in Raleigh. In 1984 she joined Mecklenburg County DSS, Adult Services. Following retirement in 1995 she continued her interest and volunteer work in services to the aging. She served on the Board of Directors for Blessed Assurance Adult Day and Health Care. Since 1970 has been an active member of Carmel Presbyterian Church in Charlotte.
Mrs. Gantt is survived by a son, Donald William Gantt and wife Lisa Lutz Gantt and their two sons, William Darnell Gantt III and Jacob Alan Gantt of Fuquay-Varina, N.C. She is also survived by two stepsons of Connelly Springs, N.C., William Darnell Gantt, Jr. and wife, Peggy, their four daughters and four grandchildren and Patrick Gantt and his two daughters and son and three grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, June 27 at 1:30 p.m. at Carmel Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, N.C. A private burial will precede the memorial service. Flowers may be sent to the church for the memorial service; however, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Blessed Assurance Adult Day Care - 13001 Idlewild Rd., Matthews, NC; Hospice of Wake County Foundation, 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607; or Carmel Presbyterian Church, 2048 Carmel Road, Charlotte, NC 28226.
Heritage Funeral Home - Weddington Chapel proudly assists the Gantt family. Published in Charlotte Observer on June 26, 2011
Freada Ann Stevens Robbins (11/15/1930 - 06/18/2011)
Freada Ann Stevens Robbins, 80, died on June 19, 2011, at her home surrounded by family and friends from congestive heart failure. She was born November 15, 1930 in Cross Keys, SC, daughter of the late Clarence 'Buck' Stevens and Katie Etelka Jeter Stevens. Freada will be remembered as a devoted wife, loving mother, doting grandmother and aunt, as well as a loyal friend, and sister. Mrs. Robbins graduated from Winthrop College at the age of 19 and set out on a life of adventure that took her all over the country working as a salesperson at Belk department store, a runway and print model, and an executive secretary for Celanese Corp. in Charlotte, where she met, fell in love with and married Daniel Otis Robbins in 1963.
Dan and Freada were transferred to New York, NY where they enjoyed the life of the big city sharing an apartment building with the likes of Charo and Ricky Nelson. Eventually, they came back to settle in Charlotte, where they adopted a son Mark Alexander Robbins, and two and a half years later a daughter Leigh Meredith Robbins. Dan and Freada were fond of saying that they were the ones who had been adopted.Freada left Celanese to raise her children, returning to the workplace as a tax preparer in 1981. She greatly enjoyed her work making a special connection with her clients and finally retiring at the age of 78. The couple was famous for their love of life, and New Year's Eve parties. They knew how to make folks feel welcomed in their Charlotte home and at their lake house where they taught many folks the meaning of southern hospitality. Dan and Freada became active hummingbird watchers maintaining journals of the birds' comings and goings. Mr. and Mrs. Robbins were married for 27 beautiful years until Dan succumbed to leukemia in 1990.
Freada was an accomplished gardener, and seamstress. She was renowned for her cooking, most notably her shrimp and grits, macaroni and cheese, and a rum cake that would bring a tear to the eye.
Surviving are her son, Mark Robbins, daughter, Leigh Robbins, grandson, Zachary Daniel Robbins, Mark's son, all of Charlotte. She is also survived by her brother, Ray Stevens of Spartanburg, SC, as well as, nieces, nephews and 3 sister-in-laws, all of whom are living throughout the U.S. The family will receive visitors Friday evening June 24, 2011, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 25, 2011 at 11:00 AM at Carmel Presbyterian Church in Charlotte.
Georgia Callahan Hatcher - (06/04/1924 - 04/28/2011)
Georgia Callahan Hatcher - DURHAM, N.C. - 86, (Long time member of Carmel presbyterina Church in Charlotte, N.C.) died Thursday, April 28, 2011 at UNC Hospitals. Georgia Hatcher never knew how amazing she was. Georgia left Allentown, Pa., to attend Vanderbilt University, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 1946.At Vanderbilt she met and married John Will Hatcher. Georgia fulfilled her life's dream to have a family and raised 3 children that honored her. She was very happily married for 58 years.
Georgia's family and friends knew her best for her high standards as a mother to her children and a wife to John. She exemplified these standards in her highly intelligent, determined, artistic and mathematical brain that lent itself to a life of order and service to her husband and children. Georgia will always be known for her kind sweetness expressed in a childlike thankfulness for all of life. Georgia was born June 4, 1924 in Allentown, Pa., to the late Clinton Callahan and Loreen Shoemaker Callahan.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John Will Hatcher. Georgia is survived by her daughters, Patt Hatcher of Hillsborough; Lory Brockenbrough and husband, Ken of Durham; son, John "Buck" Hatcher and wife, Julie of Zionsville, Ind.; sister, Pat Lane of Florida; brother, Clinton Callahan of California; grandchildren, Ben, Anna, Marie Brockenbrough, Abbey, Caleb , Jesse Hatcher, and Hannah Barnard. A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. today, May 1, 2011, at Pleasant Green United Methodist Church. The Rev. Brian Wingo will officiate. In honor of Georgia's celebration of homemaking a contribution may be made to Habitat for Humanity of Charlotte or Durham. The Hatcher family is under the care of Hall-Wynne Funeral Service, Durham.
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Arthur Lynip - (Passed Away 01/16/11)
Arthur W. Lynip enjoys the completion that the rest of us stretch toward! At 09:30 p.m. last night with Steve and Karen Lynip holding each of his hands he crossed over.
Steve will be writing a letter honoring his father in a couple of weeks but I wanted to alert each of you that he is "Home".
It was Dad's wish that people honor the Lord he loves by considering a gift to any of the following:
Memorial services will be held:
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Carmel Presbyterian Church [corner of Sharon View Road and Carmel Road] Charlotte at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 19, 2011.
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Houghton Wesleyan Church: Houghton, New York at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 23, 2011.
The Lynip family appreciates your caring attentiveness during this transition period...
Blessings, Karen Lynip
Jack W. Williams - (08/12/21-01/13/11)
Mr. Williams, 89, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 13, 2011 following a brief illness. Mr. Williams was born August 12, 1921 in Greensboro, North Carolina to the late Ollie Glenn and Carrie Juanita Bosher Williams.
Following his graduation from Bessemer High School in Greensboro, North Carolina and his service during World War II, he began his funeral service career as a co-owner of Gaston Memorial Park with his brother Glenn Williams. On June 4, 1950, he married the love of his life, Joyce Whitfield Williams in the Whitfield Fellowship Hall at Adams Memorial Presbyterian Church in Gastonia.
During the '50s and '60s he developed and owned cemeteries in Gainesville, Florida, having begun Alachua Memorial Park and Westview Memorial Park. In 1965, he purchased Forest Lawn West in Charlotte and relocated his family and business interests to this area. Mr. Williams was known for his innovative, progressive leadership in the bereavement industry. His belief in the total concept of preneed planning led him to become the first cemetery owner in North Carolina to offer preneed vaults and memorials to the families of this community. In 1970, seeing the need for a perpetual care cemetery in the growing region of Southeast Charlotte, Jack Williams purchased the original tract of land in Union County that was the beginning of Forest Lawn East Cemetery in Matthews / Weddington, the area's premier independently owned cemetery. In the early '80s, believing that total care at the time of bereavement was best for the families he served, he purchased Hankins and Whittington Funeral Service and McEwen Funeral Service in Monroe. In 1987, he built Williams-Dearborn Funeral Home (now Heritage at Weddington) across the street from Forest Lawn East Cemetery in Weddington so that families could make their funeral and burial arrangements in one central location. Always the entrepreneur, Jack also owned and operated Southeast Air Control, a company which provided after-market air conditioning to the foreign automobile industry.
Mr. Williams was proud to have served his country during World War II in the Army Air Force with the China-Burma-India Theatre as a member of the 12th Bomber group in the 83rd Bomber Squad. He served as President of the Florida Cemetery Association and as a two-term President of the North Carolina Cemetery Association. While in Florida, he served as keeper of the four roses with the East Side Garden Club in Gainesville, Florida. He was a member of the Lions Club, a Mason of R.T. Schafer Lodge No. 350 F & AM, a member of the Quiet Birdmen Number 20, 692 and a lifetime Member Emeritus in Bassmasters of Charlotte. An avid golfer, Mr. Williams was a member of Carmel Country Club. He was honored to serve as an Elder at Carmel Presbyterian Church where he attended for over 45 years.
The family wishes to invite friends to the home of Dr. Laramie Williams and her husband Robert Baker on Saturday evening from 6:00p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for a gathering in remembrance for Jack.
Visitation for Mr. Williams will be Sunday from 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Home - Weddington Chapel, 3700 Forest Lawn Drive, Matthews with the celebration of life service beginning at 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be immediately following at Forest Lawn East in the Williams private estate. The service will be conducted by Rev. Bill Katibah and music offered by Rick Bean.
Jack was a Veteran, an entrepreneur, visionary, innovator, leader, explorer and sportsman. He continued to dress in his suit and go to work at Forest Lawn East Cemetery until the last 10 days of his life. His home and family were the reasons he lived and the source of happiness and love. He was a gentleman and a gentle man.
In addition to his wife, Joyce, Mr. Williams is survived by his daughters Carolyn McCall Williams, Laramie Ann Williams and her husband Bob Baker; grandsons Austin Williams Baker, Dalton Whitfield Baker; granddaughter Savannah McCall Baker; sister Emily Marie Johnson, brother Ollie Glenn Williams, Jr. and his wife Marge. He also leaves behind his caregiver and friend, Roberto Negret. He was preceded in death by his three sisters Eva Lou Williams, Helen May Williams and Carrie Juanita Turnbull.
Memorial contributions in memory of Jack W. Williams may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 205 Regency Executive Park Dr., Suite 102, Charlotte, NC 28217-3989 in honor of his grandson Austin Williams Baker.
The Williams family is in the care of Heritage Funeral Home - Weddington Chapel. On-line condolences may be left at www.heritagefuneral.net.
Members Who Have Passed Away In 2010
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Mary Katherine Pennington 81, Charlotte, passed away Friday, May 21, 2010 at Levine & Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville. Born September 6, 1928 in Chicago, Illinois, Mary Kay was the daughter of the late William E. and Katherine Burgoyne.
Mary Kay was an avid bowler, and she was the secretary of the Women's Bowler's Association of North Carolina, was a graduate of Purdue University and qualified for the Pan-American games in 1952 in synchronized swimming. She sacrificed a career following college to raise a dedicated and loyal family, and throughout provided volunteer services to such organizations as Presbyterian Hospital. She was a dedicated church going member at Carmel Presybterian Church and long-time choir member, and even traveled internationally in Europe with music director Llonis McGloohan. Mary Kay was an avid dog lover and is also survived by her wonderful companion Maxie, a blonde Labrador.
Survivors include 5 of her 7 children: Jay Pennington and wife Shirley and their two children Marissa and Jayne Pennington; Susan Hammersley and her husband Jim; Leigh Kostoryz and her husband Jim; Michael Pennington and wife Michelle and Michael's daughter Zoei Pennington; Scott Pennington and his fiance Krista Brown; grandchildren Thomas, Steven, Nicholas, and Katie Benton and her daughter Aubrey Benton.
In addition to her parents, Mary Kay was predeceased by her two daughters Patty Benton and Judy Pennington.
A memorial service in celebration of Mary Kay's life will be held on Monday, May 24, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. at Carmel Presbyterian Church with Reverend Bill Katibah, Jr. officiating. Inurnment will be in the church columbarium.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Carmel Presbyterian Church, 2048 Carmel Road, Charlotte, NC 28226 C/O Loonis McGlohon Foundation or to Levine & Dickson Hospice House, 11900 Vanstory Drive, Huntersville, NC 28078. Heritage Funeral Home, Weddington Chapel is assisting the Pennington family.
Barbara Lee Bennett Chambers - ('Ying-Ying') 72, of Charlotte, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Thursday, May 13, 2010, following an extended battle with poor health. She was born in Raleigh and graduated from Rex School of Nursing. Barbara will be remembered by many for faithfully serving the residents of Sharon Towers for 25 years.
Her immediate family includes her three children, Dr. Jay Chambers and wife, Beth, of Charlotte, Joni C. Johnson and husband, Hal, of Fuquay-Varina, and Rusty Chambers of Charlotte; her grandchildren, Andy Johnson, Holly Chambers, Grant Chambers, Ben Johnson, and Caroline Johnson. A celebration of Barbara's life will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, May 17, 2010, at Carmel Presbyterian Church, 2048 Carmel Rd., Charlotte, NC 28226, where she served joyfully as elder and deacon. A reception will follow.
In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to Carmel Presbyterian Church. The Chambers family is in the care of Gaskin Services, Matthews, www.gaskinservices.com. Published in Charlotte Observer from May 15 to May 16, 2010
Members Who Have Passed Away In 2009
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Allan (Al) Leo Purtill Sr. (05/21/34 - 08/09/09) - Mr. Purtill, 75, of Charlotte, died on Sunday, August 9, 2009, at home. Born on May 21, 1934, to Edward James Purtill and Beatrice Marie Mahaney Purtill in Lansing, MI, Al was preceded in death by his parents and five siblings, and is survived by a sister, Mabel Purtill Scott of Placintia, CA and brothers Donald Purtill of Berkley, MI, and Thomas Purtill of Alpino, MI. He is also survived by his wife of forty years Mary Lane Dudley Purtill whom he married on September 28, 1968 in Concord, N.C.
Following his service in the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict, Al graduated from Michigan Technological University with a degree in Civil Engineering. He worked as a design engineer for the state of Michigan, as city engineer of Lansing, MI, and as an engineer for a joint venture in Saigon, Vietnam. He then worked in construction management for J.A. Jones Construction company, which allowed the family to live in many parts of the country, including 7 years in Richland, WA, where he served as Vice-President and then President of the Jones Service Co. While President he negotiated a no-strike agreement between employers and 16 building trade unions through the AFL-CIO making the Hanford Site more competitive. Al served the community as President of United Way, Chairman of Richland's Economic Development Board and its Small Business Task Force, Chairman of the Richland School District's Technical Advisory Committee's Study of Richland's aging school buildings and Chairman of the Mid-Columbia U.S. Savings Bond Campaign. In 1987 he came to Charlotte as the Sr. Vice-President of J.A. Jones Construction Co. He worked at Jones until his retirement in 1995. In Charlotte, Al served as an elder and chair of the Building and Grounds Committee and member of the Men's Sunday School Class and Saturday AM Bible Study at Carmel Presbyterian Church. He also was a member of the Charlotte North Rotary Club.
He is survived by daughters Sheila Purtill of Indianapolis, IN, Sabra Purtill of Mamaroneck, NY, and Traver Purtill O'Keefe of Norfolk, VA; son Allan Purtill, Jr. and his wife Jenny of Americus, GA; grandchildren Nicholas and Rhena Brinkmann, and Syler and James Purtill. His faith in the Lord and love of family are his legacy.
A Memorial Service with a reception following will be held on Thursday, August 13, 2009, at 2:00 p.m. at Carmel Presbyterian Church, 2048 Carmel Road. Memorial donations may be made to the Carmel Presbyterian Building Fund. McEwen Pineville Chapel is serving the Purtill Family.
Mrs. Dixie McLemore Wilkerson : (01/07/26 - 04/25/09) of Charlotte, NC, died peacefully on April 25, 2009 at her home. She was born on January 7, 1926 in Sampson County, NC, a daughter of the late Dennis Lofton and Idella McMillan McLemore. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband of 58 years, Forrest Reid Wilkerson, Jr., sister Elizabeth Porter and brother Edgbert McLemore. Dixie was a graduate of Roseboro High School and Pineland College in Salemburg, NC. She had worked for First Citizens Bank, Parnell-Martin Co. and McClancy Seasoning. She was a long-time member of Carmel Presbyterian Church, Carmel Country Club and The 18 Holer's at the club. Dixie had a passion for both her golf game and playing bridge.
Mrs. Wilkerson is survived by her sons, Reid Wilkerson and wife, Mary Ellen, of Charlotte and their sons, Forrest Wilkerson, IV and David Wilkerson, Mac Wilkerson of Oak Island, NC and his daughter, Mary Wilkerson; step children, Bobbie and Joey Beattie; sister-in-law, Edna McLemore; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 02:00 p.m. on Wednesday April 29, 2009 at Carmel Presbyterian Church, 2048 Carmel Road, Charlotte, with the Reverend Dr. Anne Hilborn officiating. Graveside service will follow at Sharon Memorial Park, Charlotte N.C. The family will receive friends from 06:00 p.m. until 08:00 p.m. on Tuesday evening at Harry & Bryant Company, 500 Providence Rd., Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to Carmel Presbyterian Church, or to the Alzheimer's Association . Harry & Bryant Company is serving the family. Published in Charlotte Observer on 4/28/2009
Roberta Pearce McKenzie "Mac" - (10/04/25 - 04/06/09) Mrs. McKenzie, 83, of Charlotte passed away peacefully with her family by her side on April 6, 2009. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held Friday, April 10, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Avondale Presbyterian Church in Charlotte where she was a cherished member of the congregation. The Reverend Dr. John B. Earl will preside. The family will greet friends in the MacLean Fellowship Hall following the service. Born in Franklin County, NC, October 4, 1925, Roberta was the first born daughter of the late Dollie and Kate Mae Pearce. She was a faithful and loving wife, devoted mother and beloved grandmother. Her life revolved around her faith and family as she was almost a second mother to her grandchildren. A legacy of love and countless happy moments together was her gift to her family.
Roberta was preceded in death by her husband of 23 years, Howard M. McKenzie and by her brother, Kimble. Survivors include her three sons and their wives, Mike and wife Marty, Tony and wife Donna, Greg and wife Cindy; five adored grandchildren, Megan and husband Matt, Ian, Zack, Keely, and Jack; and one great-grandson, Jackson. Roberta is also survived by two brothers and their wives, Phillip and wife Jane, Maynard and wife Esther; two sisters, Eleanor, Faye and husband Bill; and sister-in-law, June. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Avondale Presbyterian Church general operating fund, 2821 Park Road Charlotte, NC 28209. Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service 1111 East Blvd. online www.hankinsandwhittington.com.
Weldon J. Shrum - (10/17/29 - 04/02/09) - of Charlotte, passed away Thursday, April 2, 2009, at CMC Main. He was born October 17, 1929, in Charlotte, NC, the son of the late Gustus and Choyce Shrum. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Claude Shrum and Lloyd Shrum; and a sister, Margaret Helms.Mr. Shrum was a graduate of Sharon High School class of 1947. He was a Deacon, Elder and Trustee at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church and has been a member of Carmel Presbyterian Church for the last 25 years. He was the Founder, Owner and Chairman of Fastener Supply Company, which with the help and hard work of many long-time, valued, and loyal employees is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Active in his industry on both a local and national level, he served on the board of directors of the National Fastener Distributors Association. Mr. Shrum was a member of the Joppa Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, the Oasis Shriners of North America and the Royal Order of Jesters Court No. 109 where he served as a past director. He was an avid golfer who enjoyed the competition on the course, but most importantly he valued the life-long friendships he had with his golfing partners.
Surviving are his loving wife of 55 years, Nancy Shrum; sons, Donnie Shrum and wife Debra, and Bobby Shrum and wife Myrna; daughter, Carol Shrum; grandson, Tommy Shrum; granddaughters, Michelle Shrum, Erin Shrum, Amy Shrum, and Stacy Shrum; Brothers, Russell Shrum and wife Ruth, and Ray Shrum and wife Lee; sisters, Christine Smith and husband Fred, Thelma Porter, and Dot Williams and husband Jim; brother-in-law, Boyce Roberts and wife Mary Etta, sister-in-law, Elsie Shrum; many nieces, nephews and their families; and many special friends. A funeral service, with reception following, will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, April 6, 2009, at Carmel Presbyterian Church. Interment will precede the service at 10:00 AM Monday, April 6, 2009, at Forest Lawn West Cemetery. Memorials in Mr. Shrum's honor may be made to Carmel Presbyterian Church, c/o building fund, 2048 Carmel Road, Charlotte, NC 28226. McEwen Pineville Chapel in charge.
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Ellen Summerell Mack (05/10/35 to 03/06/09)
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Ellen Summerell Mack - Mrs. Mack, 73, of Charlotte, died Friday, March 6, 2009, at her home at Southminster. She was born on May 10, 1935, to the late Jacob Neely and Margaret Vaughn Summerell in Cramerton, NC. She was a graduate of Cramerton High School, attended Salem College and graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill where she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority and Phi Beta Kappa. Ellen was married for 41 years to Lewis L. Mack who preceded her in death. Together they lived in Missoula, MT and St. Louis, MO, returning to Charlotte in 1966. Ellen and Lewis were charter members of Carmel Presbyterian Church. She was a faithful and active member, serving as a circle leader and responding with compassion and thoughtful kindness to church members and her many friends in their times of need. She also was a volunteer at the Presbyterian Hospital Cardiac Intensive Care waiting room for many years. Ellen is survived by her son Richard L. Mack and wife Sharon; three grandchildren, Thomas, Robert and Anna Mack, in whom she took great delight; two sisters, Anne S. Davant and Judy S. Atwell, all of Charlotte.
The family thanks the members of Ellen's swimming class at the Harris Y from whom she received care and support. A memorial service to celebrate Ellen's life will be held at Carmel Presbyterian Church on Monday, March 9 at 2:00 PM. The family will receive friends in the Fellowship Hall following the service. Memorials may be made to the Southminster Foundation, 8919 Park Road, Charlotte, NC 28210 or to Crisis Assistance Ministry, 500 Spratt Street, Charlotte, NC 28206. Harry and Bryant Company is serving the family.
Erskine Farris - (Passed Away - 02/10/09)
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Erskine Farris passed away late Tuesday night. He was a faithful and hard working member of the Carmel staff and we extend our love and sympathy to Rosa and their family. Erskine's service will be at Long's Chapel, 2312 Beatties Ford Road on Thursday at 1:00 p.m. <<Click Here>> For Directions
David Scoggins - (04/09/28 - 01/14/09) Mr. Scoggins, 80, of Charlotte died Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at White Oak Manor. Services to celebrate his life will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 17th at Carmel Presbyterian Church with The Reverend Dr. William Katibah and The Reverend Steve Cathcart officiating. The family will receive friends following the service in the church fellowship hall. Mr. Scoggins was born April 9, 1928 in High Point, NC to the late David Daniel and Fanny Lou Teague Scoggins. He attended schools in North Carolina before entering the United States Navy on March 19, 1946. Mr. Scoggins served as an Airman on the USS Norton Sound until his Honorable Discharge on August 9, 1953. His career as an independent food broker in the Carolinas spanned over 45 years until his retirement in 1980. On June 21, 1976 he married Lucy Love Dickerson in Wilmington, NC. They were members of Carmel Presbyterian Church. Mr. Scoggins will be remembered most by friends and family as a devoted son and father. Mr. Scoggins, the youngest of 6 children, was predeceased by his five sisters, Eula, Thelma, Grace, Mildred and Ruth. In addition to his wife Lucy of Charlotte, Mr. Scoggins is survived by his children, David Dobarzynski of Columbus, GA, Sharon S. Ward and husband Richard of Midland, Craig Scoggins and wife Robin of Archdale, Susan S. Blalock and husband Bobby of Morganton, Eric Scoggins and wife Patricia of Charlotte, NC; eleven grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Mr. Scoggins is also survived by his devoted friend, Walter Cain who cared for both he and Lucy during his illness.
The family would like to thank the staff of White Oak Manor and Hospice at Charlotte for their care for Mr. Scoggins over the last year. In lieu of flowers the family has asked that memorials in honor or Mr. Scoggins be made to White Oak Manor, 4009 Craig Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28211 or to Hospice & Palliative Care, Charlotte Region, 1420 E. 7th St., Charlotte, NC 28204. Arrangements are in the care of Heritage Funeral & Cremation Service, Matthews/Weddington Chapel. An online guestbook is available at www.heritagefuneral.net.
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Bookout, Bobby C. (Bob) - Mr. Bookout, age 78, of Charlotte died November 10, 2008 at his residence after a long battle with cancer. He was born March 15, 1930 in Charlotte, son of he late David Ray and Beulah Wright Bookout. He was a member of Carmel Presbyterian Church and retired from Hoechst Celanese Corp. in 1988 after 24 years of service. He was a 1948 graduate of Charlotte Technical High School, attended Carolina Business School and was an Army Veteran of the Korean War. Bob was a member of the Charlotte Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission for over 6 years and was proud to have been involved in the process of saving the old Palmer Fire School, better known as the Firemen's Hall from demolition. He enjoyed the semi-weekly dances held in the hall during the late 40's, and this was where he met his future spouse, Barbara. Bob also enjoyed writing articles for the 'Readers Reminisce' newspaper column about his memories of growing up in Charlotte in the 30's and 40's. In addition to his parents, Bob also was preceded in death by a brother, Carl D. Bookout and a brother-in-law, Richard Shurley Elms. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Barbara Duncan Bookout; three daughters, Connie B. Ellis and husband, Keith of Fort Mill, SC, Judy B. Smith and husband, Frank of Virginia, and Gayle Bookout of Charlotte; a sister, Joyce B. Elms and a brother, Jim Bookout, both of Charlotte. Special thanks to Dr. Geoffrey Chapman and the staff at Oncology Specialist of Charlotte for their excellent care and kindness to Bob during his illness. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Thursday in the Chapel of Forest Lawn West Funeral Home, 4601 Freedom Drive, with the Reverend Jim Szeyller officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn West Cemetery with military honors The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Wednesday at McEwen Pineville Chapel, 10500 Park Road.
Memorials may be made to Carmel Presbyterian Church, 2048 Carmel Road, Charlotte, NC, 28226 or to Presbyterian Hospice and Palliative Care, PO Box 33549, Charlotte, NC 28233.
Arrangements by Forest Lawn West Funeral and Cremation Service, 4601 Freedom Drive, Charlotte, NC (704)395-0055. Published in the Charlotte Observer on 11/12/2008
Harris, Helen May Haney - Mrs. Harris, 86, passed away September 5, 2008 after a brief illness in Charlotte, North Carolina. She was born on May 26, 1922 in Helena, Arkansas to Clarence and Jessie Brewer. As a young Birmingham Southern student, she met and married Sam Haney in 1942. They then made their home in Mountain Brook, Alabama. Mr. Haney was a well-known and respected architect. Sam and Helen devoted their strong love to raising their two daughters, Dale and Susan, as well as working in the community. They played an instrumental role in establishing several Church of Christ congregations throughout the area. In 1978, when Sam unexpectedly passed away, their dear friends, throughout their adult life, Skinny (Melvin) and Tip Harris were by her side. Sam and Skinny had become great friends through their membership in the S.P.E.B.S.Q.S.A. After Tip's passing, Skinny and Helen became bonded in both life and love. In November 2005 their Lord wed Helen May and Skinny at Shades Valley Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Harris moved to Charlotte to be with Skinny and his family to enjoy life. Skinny, a renowned jazz musician in the Charlotte area, used his talents to serenade and entertain Helen, filling her last years with the sounds of joy. Skinny and Helen were members of Carmel Presbyterian Church. Her loving husband Skinny J. Harris survives her along with four loving and caring daughters Dale Haney Pool (Lynn), Susan Haney Brower (William), Donna Harris Fisher (Jim Alexander) and Linda Harris. Her grandchildren, Emily Pool Vernon (Art), Scott Brower (April), Dan Pool (Lyn), Jimm Brower (Jennifer), Amos Fisher, Kira Fisher and two great grandsons, Will Brower and Porter Brower.
Memorial services will be held at Carmel Presbyterian Church, 2048 Carmel Road, Charlotte, North Carolina on Monday, September 8, 2008 at 2pm. The family will receive friends following the service. A private burial will take place in Birmingham, Alabama. Helen's family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the many family members and friends for their thoughts and prayers. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Carmel Presbyterian Church, 2048 Carmel Road, Charlotte, NC 28226. Harry & Bryant Company is serving the family. Published in the Charlotte Observer on 9/8/2008
Sara C. Dentler (Sally) - Mrs. Dentler, 91, passed away, June 30, 2008 at CMC Pineville. Mrs. Dentler was born in Williamsport, Pennsylvania to John F. and Edna M. Campbell. She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years. She graduated with a B.S. degree from Northwestern University where she was a member of the national sorority Alpha Chi Omega. Mrs. Dentler taught in various schools in the U.S. while the family moved following her husband's Navy career. They retired to Charlotte, N.C. in 1966. She is a member of American Association of University Women and Charity League. She is survived by her sons and granddaughters, William L. Dentler and wife, Kathy Suprenant, John C. Dentler and wife Kate and granddaughters, Virginia and Margaret.
A memorial service in celebration of Sara's life will be held at the Carriage Club on Saturday, July 5, at 1:00 p.m. in the auditorium, with Dr. Bill Katibah of Carmel Presbyterian Church presiding. A private burial will take place at Salisbury National Cemetery. Sara was an active member of the Carmel Presbyterian Church and a Sunday School teacher. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Carmel Presbyterian Church, 2048 Carmel Road, Charlotte, NC 28226. Published in the Charlotte Observer on 7/3/2008
Hamilton, Annie Sue Moody - Mrs. Hamilton, 82 of Charlotte, died Saturday, June 14, 2008 at her residence. She was born November 13, 1925 in Mecklenburg County, NC, daughter to the late T. L. and Elivra Rhyne Moody. Mrs. Hamilton had been a member of Carmel Presbyterian Church for over 40 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Lee Hamilton in November, 2003, her oldest son, Kenton Lee Hamilton, her sister, Edna Mae Lynn, and her granddaughter, Kathryn 'Katie' Marie Hamilton. Surviving are her children, Kimberly Keith and husband, Cameron of Wadesboro, Kerry Hamilton and wife, Lori of Fort Mill, SC, and Kirk Hamilton of Charlotte; daughter-in-law, Debi Hamilton Ediger of Myrtle Beach, SC; six grandchildren, who were the love of her life, Jason Hamilton, Trisha Keith, Joseph Keith, Lorin Hamilton, Emily Hamilton and Cara Hamilton.
Funeral is 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 18, 2008 from the graveside at Sharon Memorial Park Cemetery., with The Reverend William G. Katibah, Jr., officiating.The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 17, 2008 at J.B. Tallent Funeral Service, 1937 Sharon Amity Road, Charlotte. Memorials may be directed to Carmel Presbyterian Church, 2048 Carmel Road, Charlotte, NC 28226; the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 4530 Park Road, Charlotte, NC 28209; and/orHospice and Palliative Care, Charlotte Region, 1420 East Seventh Street, Charlotte, NC 28204. Online condolences may be shared through www.tallentfuneralservice.com. J.B.Tallent Funeral Service is serving the family of Mrs. Hamilton. Published in the Charlotte Observer from 6/16/2008 - 6/17/2008
Huggins, Pamela Summerford - Mrs. Huggins, of Charlotte, passed away on May 13, 2008 at CMC Pineville. A celebration of her life will be held on Friday, May 16, 2008 at Carmel Presbyterian Church at 2:00 PM with Reverend Jim Szeyller and Dr. Bill Katibah officiating. A reception will follow the service. Pam was born in Florence, SC to the late T. Kenneth and Irene Summerford. She is also preceded in death by her sister, Deborah Summerford. Pamela walked strong in her Christian faith. She loved spending time with her family at Santee Lake. She was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend who will be missed by all. 'We love you'.
She is survived by her husband, Glenn D. Huggins; daughters, Lizabeth and Lauren Huggins; niece, Emma Huggins; nephew, Duncan Huggins; her loyal and faithful companion, Patton; and other family and friends.
The family wishes to express their deepest thanks to Dr. Gary Frenette and his staff for their compassion and support. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Carmel Presbyterian Church Mission Fund, 2048 Carmel Rd, Charlotte, NC 28226. Heritage Funeral Home, Weddington/Matthews Chapel is assisting the family. Online condolences may be left at www.heritagefuneral.net Published in the Charlotte Observer from 5/14/2008 - 5/15/2008
Marianna Lyon Meredith ( 'Liz' ) - Marianna Lyon Meredith went home to The Lord on March 4, 2008 at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte after a brief illness. She was born in Durham, NC on August 15, 1933, the daughter of the late Wortham Clarence Lyon and Elizabeth Cecelia Card. Also preceded in death by her son, David Kendrick Meredith. Mrs. Meredith was a beloved wife and mother who enjoyed caring for infants and those in need. She loved animals and was an avid Duke Blue Devil fan all her life. She was the granddaughter of W.W. 'Cap' Card of Trinity College (Duke Univ.), Duke's first basketball coach. She attended St. Mary's College in Raleigh and in 1957 graduated from Duke with a degree in Elementary Education. Mrs. Meredith was a long time member of Carmel Presbyterian Church and volunteered regularly at the Durham Ronald McDonald House. She supported many charitable organizations, especially those who cared for animals. She and her husband enjoyed trips to the beach and just recently celebrated their 50th anniversary with a trip to Niagara Falls, Ontario. Mrs. Meredith is survived by her husband, Howard P. Meredith, Jr.; son, Daniel Wade Meredith; daughter Martha Elizabeth (Marty) Meredith; brother, Wortham C. (Buddy) Lyon, Jr of Monroe and several cousins, nieces and nephews. Marianna and Howard divided their time between Charlotte and Durham.
A service to celebrate her life will be held at Carmel Presbyterian Church in Charlotte on Friday, March 7, 2008 at 2:00 PM with Dr. William Katibah and Rev. Jim Szeyller officiating. Graveside services will be held in the Durham Maplewood Cemetery on Saturday, March 8, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. T. Mel Williams officiating. The family will receive friends at Hall-Wynne Funeral Home later from 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, 506 Alexander Avenue, Durham, NC 27705 or to The Humane Society of Charlotte, 2700 Toomey Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28203. Charlotte arrangements are under the care of the Heritage Funeral & Cremation Services. The Durham arrangements are under the care of the Hall-Wynne Funeral Home. Online condolences may be left at www.heritagefuneral.net.
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Zach Ramsey (June 25, 1987 - March 30, 2005)
'Peace I leave with you;my peace I give you.' John 14:27
Zachary, born June 25, 1987 in Raleigh NC, passed away peacefully March 31, 2005 at home, surrounded and comforted by his family, and is now in the arms of his Lord and Saviour, our God Almighty. Zach exemplified courage, strength, and a transcendent faith during his two and one half year battle with cancer. He faced each day with tremendous grace and enthusiasm and always found something to be thankful for each day. Zach always seemed to give others more than he received, and throughout his illness he continued to find ways to reach out to others. This desire to help others led him to create the Zach Ramsey Children's Cancer Fund, whose mission is to help financially needy families whose children are receiving treatment at the Presbyterian Blume Children's Cancer Clinic. There was nothing more important to Zach than his family and friends and the time he spent with each of them. As his days became more precious to him, he loved nothing more than to sit around and talk about the day and the things that everyone had done. Zach was loved and cherished not only by his family, but by many, many others, and his passing will be a loss for everyone. His spirit and soul were so strong, and he will always be with everyone he knew and touched. He is survived by his parents Mary Louise and Jim Ramsey, his brother Alex, and his sister Pauline, all of Charlotte; his grandparents Harry and Pauline Kraly of Wilmington NC, and Harold and Jo Ramsey of Charlotte NC, his aunt and uncle Harry and Lynn Kraly of Wilmington NC, his aunt Mary Norris of Gastonia, his uncle Bo Ramsey of Raeford NC and his cousins Drew Kraly of Wilmington NC and Mac Norris of Charlotte NC.
Zach was a young man with a wise soul who had an incredible zest for what life had to offer him. Early on he understood how precious life was and tried his best to live it 'well.' He had many close friends and Zach viewed friendship as something to always be valued and not to be taken for granted. If you were his friend, you experienced a deep, loyal, and intimate relationship. Zach was so concerned about the welfare of his friends and family after he was gone, and he took great comfort knowing that he had a positive impact on peoples lives and that his suffering was not in vain. Nothing made him happier than when someone shared with him that he was an example to them of how to meet and overcome adversity. Zach had a wonderful gift for relating to everyone he met - young children, contemporaries, and adults alike - and thoroughly enjoyed visiting with others and learning about them. Zach loved so many things in his life - surfing at Wrightsville Beach, music of all types, playing poker, shooting pool at home,, managing his stocks over the internet, working at Chick Fil A, detailing his Jeep, and just spending time with his friends. Zach approached everything he did with a plan which everyone wanted to participate in because you knew you were going to have fun and do interesting things with Zach. Especially dear to him were the Carolina Panthers, home games on Sunday afternoons, and the time he was able to spend at those games with his special friends in section 310.
On behalf of Zach and our family we would like to thank our Carmel Presbyterian Church family for all of the love they shared with him, his friends Andrew, Trey, Mark, Walt, Adam, and Matt who were with him during many tough times the past two years, Andre, Peter, and the Cotswold Chick Fil A staff, Dr. Mark Mogul, Jodie, Karen, Barbara, Angela, Janice and all the staff at Presbyterian Blume Children's Cancer Clinic, Amy and Biffa at the Make A Wish Foundation, the staff at Hemby Children's Hospital, his Carolina Panthers family, Riley, Ashley, and friends in section 310, Keith at WBT, The Presbyterian Hospital Foundation, Kids Path, his Myers Park High School family, and the countless friends and neighbors who prayed, sustained, and supported him and our family the past two years. For Zach, life was about living well without regrets. His prayer was that everyone could experience the same peace he had through Jesus Christ.
In lieu of flowers, please direct all gifts and contributions to the Zach Ramsey Children's Cancer Fund in care of Presbyterian Hospital Foundation, POB 33549, Charlotte NC or to Carmel Presbyterian Church, 2048 Carmel Rd., Charlotte NC 28226. Visitation will be Friday, April 1 from 6 pm to 8 pm at Carmel Presbyterian Church with a Memorial Service Saturday April 2 at 11 am
Mr. Loonis McGlohon - (1921-2002)
Mr. Loonis McGlohon died Saturday, January 26, 2002 at his home. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, January 29, 2002 at Carmel Presbyterian Church. Reverend Steve Cathcart will officiate assisted by the Reverend Wendell Ligon and Reverend John Alexander. The family will receive friends from 6:30 pm until 9:00 pm on Monday, January 28, 2002 in the sanctuary of Carmel Presbyterian Church at 2408 Carmel Road, Charlotte, NC.
Mr. McGlohon was born September 29, 1921 in Ayden, North Carolina, son of the late Max Cromwell McGlohon and Bertha Andrews McGlohon. He was preceded in death by his brother, Berkley McGlohon. Mr. McGlohon was recognized as a very gifted pianist and composer. He performed throughout the United States and in numerous countries around the world. His songs have been recorded and performed by many entertainers including Frank Sinatra, Rosemary Clooney, Eileen Farrell, Judy Garland, and Margaret Whiting. He collaborated with the late Charles Kuralt on a word-and-music tribute to his home state - North Carolina Is My Home, and with composer Alec Wilder on numerous songs. Mr. McGlohon was a recipient of the North Carolina Award, two Peabody Awards, the Vanguard Award, and the World Citizen Award. He was inducted into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame, and the North Carolina Society of New York.
Following his retirement from Jefferson-Pilot Broadcasting, he was named to the North Carolina Broadcasters Hall of Fame. For more than 30 years, Mr. McGlohon was choir director at Carmel Presbyterian Church. A graduate of East Carolina University, he received six honorary doctorate degrees from colleges and universities. The McGlohon Theater in Spirit Square honors Mr. McGlohon known by many as the Songwriter's Songwriter and by others as one of Charlotte and North Carolina's musical treasures.
Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Nan Lovelace McGlohon; son Reeves McGlohon and wife Peggy of Mt. Holly; daughters Fan Smith and husband Skipper of Hickory, and Laurie Shouse and husband Larry of Lowesville. Seven grandchildren and one great-granchild survive Mr. McGlohon; Max McGlohon and wife Lisa of Raleigh and son Brady; Brooke Shepard and Allan McGlohon of Mt. Holly; Laurie Smith and Graham Smith of Hickory; and Edward Shouse and Hilary Shouse of Lowesville.
Memorials may be sent to the Loonis McGlohon Chair of Church Music at Carmel Presbyterian Church, 2048 Carmel Road, Charlotte, NC 28226 or The Loonis McGlohon Scholarship Fund at East Carolina University, Taylor-Slaughter Alumni Center, 200 E. 1st Street, Greenville, NC 27858. Arrangements for the McGlohon family are in the care of Heritage Funeral Home. Published in the Charlotte Observer from 1/27/2002 - 1/28/2002.
Essie Lou Hoskins Naugher - Services for Essie Lou Hoskins Naugher, 73, of Piedmont were at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 18, 2008 in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Home with Revs. Gene Howard and Roy Naugher officiating. Burial was in Highland Cemetery. Mrs. Naugher died Feb. 16, 2008 at Riverview Regional Medical Center in Gadsden.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Barry and Sharon Naugher; four grandchildren, Grant Davis, Ever Naugher, Katie Rodriguez and Morgan Simmons; four great-grandchildren; a sister, Pansy Powell of Jacksonville; two sisters-in-law, Estelle Naugher and Lula Naugher and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Wayne Naugher, David Naugher, David Ygrubay, Jerry Trammell, Clarence Jackson and Billy Naugher. Honorary pallbearers were nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Naugher was a native and lifelong resident of Piedmont. She attended Carmel Presbyterian Church and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She had worked at Arrow in Cedartown for many years and was later a hostess at Jack's. She enjoyed gospel singing. Her husband, Norman Naugher, her parents, Onnie Lee (Young) and Lester Walker Hoskins, a sister, Mary Ola Williams; and a brother, Arthur Amos " Sonny" Hoskins, preceded her in death
Matilda Helms Johnstone - Charlotte, N.C. - Mrs. Johnstone, age 87, of Charlotte, passed away Friday, Feb. 11, 2005, at home. Born Feb. 11, 1918, in Charlotte, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Marvin William Helms and Leona Hannon Helms. She attended Women's College of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and graduated from Queens College in 1939. She was a member of Carmel Presbyterian Church, Time and Tide Book Club, Charity League of Charlotte, and Carmel Country Club. Mrs. Johnstone was preceded in death by her husband, Ellerbe Pelham Johnstone. She is survived by three daughters and their husbands, Joan and Dave Edwards, Joyce and Brent Grove, both of Greenville, S.C., Janice and Don Searcy of Statesville, N.C.; one son, Kennerly and wife, Patricia Johnstone of Harrisburg, N.C.; nine grandchildren, Will Edwards, Andy and wife Laura Wright Edwards, Benjamin Edwards, Christopher Grove, Toby and wife, Kathe Grove, Ryan and wife Whitney Grove, Lt. Evan Searcy, Pelham Searcy, and Anne Johnstone; three great grandchildren, Mason and William Grove and Artie Edwards. She was also preceded in death by her sister Lucille Helms Saline.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 14, 2005, in the sanctuary of Carmel Presbyterian Church. The family will receive friends following the service in the church fellowship hall. A private interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice at Charlotte, 1420 East Seventh Street, Charlotte, NC 28204; Carmel Presbyterian Church, 2048 Carmel Road, Charlotte, NC 28226; Charity League, Inc., PO Box 221484, Charlotte, NC 28222; or the charity of one's choice. Harry and Bryant Company is serving the family of Mrs. Johnstone.
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