Obituaries

Oct 24, 2023

Barbara Jane Smith Dobbs, 76, of Charlotte, peacefully embarked on her journey to eternal peace with Jesus our Savior on October 24, 2023, at 4:30 pm, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on April 27, 1947, to James Hiawatha Smith and Pauline Gibbs Smith, Barbara's faith-filled life was marked by numerous cherished moments. She was baptized at Durham Memorial Baptist Church...

Oct 20, 2023

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Oct 19, 2023

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Oct 19, 2023

Jerry "Dennis" Lord passed away in Charlotte, North Carolina on October 19, 2023.  He was born January 17, 1943 to Mack and Lois Lord.  He grew up in Commence, Ga. and graduated from Brewton Parker Jr. College and the University of Georgia, to receive his masters and PHD in Geography.

Dennis enjoyed playing golf. He was a remarkable individual who lived a...

Oct 11, 2023

Roger Alan Krenzin of Waxhaw, NC passed on to eternal glory, “landing on Runway 36 Gold” on October 11, 2023. He loved God and his family and used his talents as a missionary pilot to serve the Lord with his life. His enthusiasm and smile are remembered by all who knew him. His family said he “never met a stranger”...

Oct 10, 2023

Anielka "Annie" Videa, 36, from Charlotte, NC passed away on Monday October 10, 2023, in her home in Tampa, Fl.Anielka was born on January 13, 1987 in Masaya, Nicaragua. She graduated from First Colonial High School in 2005. For over 15 years she worked in banking as a Customer Service Representative, her last assignment with Capital One. 

She is survived...

Sep 21, 2023

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Sep 20, 2023

Ronald "Ronnie" Thomas Schlabach went home to be with the Lord on September 20, 2023.  Ronnie was born in Charlotte, NC on July 5, 1980.  He came home to his forever family 8 months later.  He was a graduate of Bible Baptist Christian School and worked extensively as a Technician in the Solar industry.  He was a great lover of...

Sep 19, 2023

After a hard- fought battle with pancreatic cancer, Siriboon “O” Murray passed away peacefully on September 19, 2023. She was 59 years old, just a few days shy of her 60th birthday, leaving behind her husband, Rick Murray; children Leigh Lamotta (Nick) and Steven Bryant Johnson (Makenzie); grandchildren Jack Lamotta, Sean Lamotta, Sira Lamotta, Riley Johnson and Emma Mederios.Born on...

Sep 15, 2023

Sep 13, 2023

Deanna B Holt, 83 of Monroe, NC passed away on September 13, 2023. Graveside service will be held on Monday, September 18th at Lakeland Memorial Park in Monroe at 2:00pm. 

Sep 9, 2023

Richard “Rick” Wayne Witmore, 72 of Union County, NC went to be with the Lord on September 9, 2023.  Rick is survived by his loving wife, Teresa along with his daughter, Autum Witmore; his siblings, Dale Witmore(Cora), Donnie Witmore(Barbara), Randy Witmore(Debra), Dennis Witmore(Ronda) and Dean Witmore(Tonda); and one grandchild, Taia along with many nieces and nephews. 

Sep 7, 2023

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Sep 5, 2023

Gwendolyn Carol McCall, 76 of Mint Hill, NC left this world to be with her Lord and Savior on September 5, 2023.  She was a loving, wife, mother and grandmother who made everyone feel loved.  

A Graveside Service for Gwendolyn will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 11:00am at Philadelphia Presbyterian Church Cemetery. The Service will be...

Sep 4, 2023

Bertha Shingleton was born on August 28, 1935 in Baghdad Iraq to parents Lapya Zacharia and Yamleekha Shamun. She was the second child of four, Khanna, the oldest, then Bertha, Pnoel and Bailis.  She lived with her family and her aunt Mariam (a missionary). In 1944, her father passed away at a young age leaving her mother a widow with...

Aug 28, 2023

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Aug 27, 2023

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Aug 25, 2023

Thomas Edward Helms (Boomer), 63, of Marshville (New Salem) NC, went home to be with the Lord Friday, August 25th, 2023. He was born in Union Co on December 18th, 1960. He attended Piedmont High School in Monroe, NC. His career was masonry. He was preceded in death by his father, Daniel Thomas Helms (Boone), his mother, Betty Ruth Helms,...

Aug 24, 2023

Pamela June (Tarplee) Baker was born on June 11,1929 to Frank and Amy Tarplee in Abinger Common, England and passed away on August 24, 2023, in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Pamela was a beloved adventurous and witty wife, mother and grandmother. She explored the world visiting countries from Vietnam to Belize and devoted her career to science both by driving research...

Aug 24, 2023

James Ira Henneman of Charlotte, NC, passed away Thursday evening, August 24, 2023 at 87 years of age.James was born on February 6th, 1936 in Indiana, PA, the baby to a family of 7 brothers and 6 sisters. After James graduated from Rayen High School in 1954, he went on to serve in the Army. After serving in Kitzingen, Germany,...