Obituaries
Michael Porter Brunson
Feb 14, 2023
Michael Porter Brunson, 67 from Charlotte NC, passed away peacetully at home on February 14, 2023, having fought a courageous battle with liver cancer, with his wife, granddaughter, and brother by his side,holding his hands.Michael was born on July the 5th, 1955 to Morris (Pete) and Agnes (Livingston) Brunson in South Carolina.
As a boy Michael had the privilege...
Josephine Frances Raczak DiPietro
Feb 7, 2023
Josephine Frances Raczak DiPietro, born March 21, 1935 peacefully left her family on this earth to be reunited with her heavenly family on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bruno John “Frank” DiPietro, parents, Francis and Mary Raczak, Step-Mother, Margaret Raczak, brother, Earl Raczak, and grandson Jonathan DiPietro.
Fran was a devoted wife...
Matthew Scott Langley
Feb 6, 2023
INDIAN TRAIL, NC - Mr. Matthew Scott Langley, 53, died unexpectedly on February 6, 2023, at his home.
He was born on October 4, 1969, in Knoxville, TN, the only child of Rufus Benjamin Langley and Linda Barnes Henderson.
Matt grew up in Hoover, Alabama and received his Associate in Occupational Studies Degree in Culinary Arts from Johnson and Wales...
Mary Burnette Little
Jan 29, 2023
CHARLOTTE, NC - Mary Burnette Little passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2023, after a lengthy illness.
She was born in London, England on November 1, 1945, daughter of the late Ota Olin and Annie Knight Burnette.
Mary arrived in America, with her parents, as a passenger on the Queen Mary. She graduated from East Mecklenburg High School and...
Eddie Jasper Woodall
Jan 27, 2023
Eddie Jasper Woodall, 62, died peacefully in his sleep on Friday, January 27 th 2023 at his home in Waxhaw, North Carolina from complications stemming from an automobile accident in 1985. Eddie was born in Smithfield North Carolina and moved twenty-one times before graduating high school. He was enrolled in JROTC and ROTC and attended college at Appalachian State University studying political science with...
Martha Frances Henry
Dec 28, 2022
MATTHEWS, NC - Mrs. Martha Frances Henry, 95, passed away peacefully in the presence of her loved ones on Wednesday, December 28, 2022.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 10, 2022 at Gaskin Funeral Services, 14617 Lawyers Road, Matthews, NC. Interment will follow at Philadelphia Baptist Church Cemetery in Marshville.
Mrs. Henry was born May 17, 1927...
Boyce William Howie
Dec 24, 2022
Mr. Boyce William Howie, 79, Charlotte native, loving father, and grandfather, passed away on December 24, 2022. Boyce has always had a strong faith in Jesus and is walking with him now.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 29, 2022 at Mill Grove United Methodist Church, 7311 Mill Grove Road, Indian Trail, NC. Interment will follow at...
Ira Lee Harris
Dec 20, 2022
Ira lee Harris was born on October the 18th, 1941. The son of Harold Lee Harris and Dorthy Mae Harris. He was married to the late Gigi Gordon Harris in which he lost due to a long battle of cancer. He was survived by his three children; Mike Harris, Christy Harris Richard and Brian Harris. Ira also had five grandkids;...
Helen Akemi McClure
Dec 10, 2022
Helen Akemi Clay was born to Grady C. Clay and Gine Nakashima on November 7, 1949 in Gifu, Japan and immigrated to the United States in 1957. Helen was initially raised by her paternal grandparents John Clay and Johnnie Mae Clay, and for a short time by her father and stepmother. Many of her most fond memories are the times...
William Allen Austin
Dec 1, 2022
Wm. Allen “Al” Austin 68 of Monroe, NC, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2022 with family by his side. He was born March 9, 1954 in Shawnee, Oklahoma to the late Charles R. and Shirley L. Austin.
While living in Indiana, Al attended Pike High School, graduating in 1972. He worked as a salesman for The Mart, owned and operated...
Robert Grau
Nov 29, 2022
MATTHEWS, NC - Mr. Robert “Bob” Grau, 58, passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2022.
Bob was employed with Public Storage, where he will be greatly missed by his co-workers, as well as his friends and family. He was a kind and caring soul and it is our hope and prayer that he has found his peace.
Bob is survived by...
June Kingsley Hardee
Nov 29, 2022
June Kingsley Hardee, 63, passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, leaving behind her husband, Greg; four children, Brendan, Alyce, Dena and Camryn; as well as her four grandchildren, Samuel, Olivier, Ella and Madeleine.
June was a loving, welcoming, thoughtful, and caring person who is leaving behind a multitude of people who loved her....
Betty Nelson Ritch
Nov 29, 2022
Betty Nelson Ritch passed into the loving arms of Jesus on Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at Novant Health Medical Center Matthews, after weeks of illness.
She was born on February 2, 1938, in Matthews, NC and was the daughter of the late Clyde and Wilma Pressley Nelson. Betty lived her entire life in the Matthews, NC area and attended...
Robert Rodriguez
Nov 27, 2022
Alexis, NC - Mr. Robert Rodriguez, 68, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.
Graveside services will be held 12:00 p.m. Saturday, December 3, 2022 at Denver Community Cemetery, Denver, NC.
Mr. Rodriguez was born July 11, 1954 in New York City and was the son of the late Carlos and...
Paul Griffin Lay
Nov 26, 2022
Paul Griffin Lay, 89, of Mint Hill, North Carolina, peacefully passed away on November 26, 2022.
Paul has been reunited and rejoicing in heaven with his bride, Sandra and his two sons, Mark Griffin Lay and Brett Edwin Lay.
Paul is a native of Houston, Texas. As a proud Texan, he grew up in Houston and graduated from the...
Jason Andrew Myers
Nov 22, 2022
Jason Andrew Myers, 41, of Waxhaw, NC, entered the loving arms of Jesus on Tuesday, November 22, 2022.
He was born on February 19, 1981, in Salisbury, NC to Rev. Glenn and Susan Myers. When his father received a new church appointment, Jason traveled from Salisbury to Mineral Springs, NC, where he met the love of his life, Jillian,...
Kevin Casner
Nov 20, 2022
Kevin Sefton Casner, 62, of Charlotte, NC passed peacefully on Sunday, November 20th at his home. Kevin was a beacon and lover of life; his 5 1/2 year battle with cancer was strong, faith-filled, and an inspiration to all who knew him.
Kevin was born on 09/25/1960 to Raymond and Geraldine Casner in Charlotte NC. He graduated from Garinger High...
Theresa Jarrett
Nov 17, 2022
Mrs. Theresa Omopeh Jarrett, passed away Thursday, November 17, 2022 at her home.
Funeral services will be held 11:30 a.m. Saturday, December 3, 2022 at First Fellowship Ministries. Interment will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m., at the church.
Paulette McGee Spencer
Nov 12, 2022
INDIAN TRAIL - Paulette McGee Spencer, 87, went to her heavenly home on November 12, 2022.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 17, 2022 at Gaskin Funeral Services. The family will received friends 1 hour prior to the service, at the funeral home. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m. in the Conover City Cemetery, 702 3rd St...
Lidia Angelica Vasquez
Nov 12, 2022
The family of Lidia A Vasquez is saddened to announce the passing of our dear mother and grandmother.
Lidia was born in Raymondville, Texas on December 26, 1940. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ramon and Delia Vargas; her husband, Jesus Vasquez, Sr.; infant son, Jesus Vasquez, Jr.; brother, Cresencio Vargas; sisters, Sulema Vargas and Delia Vargas Moreno.
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