Obituaries
Connie Roberts
May 31, 2021
Born in Dallas, Oregon in 1946, Connie Roberts departed this earthly realm from her home in Stallings, NC to join her Heavenly Father after nearly 75 adventurous years. Always one to face life's challenges head on, beautiful Connie fought a most determined and gallant battle against the cancer that wracked her lithe body only to succumb to the Father's will. While growing up in Bremerton, WA Connie demonstrated keen intelligence, unique organizational...
Ethan Samuel Patterson
May 28, 2021
Ethan Samuel Patterson, 21, passed away Friday, May 28, 2021. Funeral services will be held 1PM Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Steel Creek Community Church, 1929 West Arrowood Rd., Charlotte, NC. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will follow at Ritch Cemetery in Indian Trail. Ethan was born October 17, 1999 in...
Byron Wayne Sellers
May 22, 2021
Byron Wayne Sellers, 47, of Charlotte went running into the arms of his savior, Jesus Christ, on May 22, 2021 surrounded by his wife and family. Byron was born in Cumberland County, NC to Don and Karen Sellers on December 16, 1973. Byron leaves behind his wife, Scarlet and children, Josie and Janie Sellers and Luoc Siu to cherish his memory. Byron is also survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Brian and...
Hilda Hostetler
May 19, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hilda Hostetler, 89, of Charlotte, went to be with the Lord on May 19, 2021. Hilda was born on January 20th, 1932 to her parents, Wattie Durham Pait and Mary Maggie Butler Pait. Born and raised in Bladenboro, she had a successful career with Bank of America for 25 years and raised four children in Charlotte. Hilda was a caring...
Gregory Garland Nalls
May 18, 2021
Gregory Garland Nalls, 53, of Charlotte, North Carolina went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 18, 2021. Greg was born to Glynn and Judith Nalls in Newport News, Virginia in 1967. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife Ambrosia along with their children Sarah and Steven, granddaughter Adalina Tavaraz, Extended Family; Brooke, Kaitlyn,...
Frances Pauline Rushing Polk
May 16, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Frances Pauline Rushing Polk, 92, went to be with Lord on May 16, 2021. She was affectionally known as Granny. She was born January 21, 1929 in Monroe, North Carolina to Sanford and Velma Williams Rushing. Pauline was known for many great things in life like her Southern Cooking, homemade biscuits and preserving food. She loved having a flower and...
Fred Wilson Ross
May 13, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Mr. Fred Wilson Ross took the Lord’s hand on May 13, 2021 while at home with his family. Fred was born on December 21, 1934 to Ora Adeline Caudle Ross and Charlie Preston Ross and was the baby of 15 children. Fred is survived by his high school sweetheart and beloved wife of 68 years Myra Elizabeth (Beth) Kiker Ross...
Harold George Maske
May 11, 2021
Harold George Maske, at age 78 passed away on May 11th, 2021 in his home in Matthews, N.C.
A Memorial Service will be held at Gaskin Funeral Services, on May 23rd, at 14617 B West Lawyers Road, Matthews, NC 28104 at 3:00 pm.
Harold was born in Richmond County on June 16th, 1942 to the late William Dorsey Maske and...
Patricia Ann Tackett
May 11, 2021
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Pat died peacefully, surrounded by her family, on May 11, 2021 after an extensive battle with Alzheimer’s Disease at the age of 70.
Pat was born May 25, 1950 in Eugene, OR as the third child to Milbert (Mel) and Leona (Vinecore) Wienecke. After graduating from Winston Churchill High School in 1969, she joined the U.S. Air Force...
Eugene Cole Pitman
Apr 20, 2021
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CHARLOTTE, NC - Eugene Cole Pitman, 87, passed away at home, surrounded by his family and cats, on April 20, 2021, after a battle with dementia.
He was born in Charlotte, NC, at Presbyterian Hospital, on December 17, 1933 and was the son of the late Leon S. and Kathleen Morris Pitman. In addition to his parents, he was...
Randall Eldon Odom
Apr 18, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On April 18, 2021, at 5:08p.m., Randall Eldon Odom stepped into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was born on August 21, 1951. Randall grew up in Oldsmar, Florida and graduated from Dunedin High School, Dunedin Florida. He attended Piedmont Bible College in Winston-Salem for a year before moving back to Florida. While back in Florida,...
Wayne Maurice Lowery
Apr 1, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It is with great sadness that the family of Wayne Maurice Lowery announces his passing. Wayne Lowery, 85, resident of Locust NC, formerly of Statesville NC & originally from the Toombs County Georgia area passed away comfortably & peacefully on 4/1/2021 at Presbyterian Hospital ICU due to complications following a stroke. Mr. Lowery served in the Army from 1954-1957 &...
Tina Lynn Aycoth
Mar 30, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Old Fort, NC - Ms. Tina Lynn Aycoth, 52, formerly of Monroe, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 30, 2021. Tina was born October 1, 1968 in Mecklenburg County and was the daughter of Jeff Ward of Monroe and the late Vickie Helms Ward. Tina was a licensed hairstylist and relocated 3 years ago to Old Fort, NC....
Suzanne Mae Vincent
Mar 29, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Suzanne Mae Vincent, 62 went to be with the Lord on March 29, 2021. Born in Allentown, PA to the late Harry “Hap” and Elizabeth “Betty” Rice. She graduated in 1976 from William Allen High School in Allentown, PA. Sue loved animals, especially dogs. Afghan hounds were one of her favorites. She had a dog grooming business called Hilltop grooming...
Brandon Charles Baldwin
Mar 26, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Brandon Charles Baldwin, 20, of Charlotte, NC, got his wings and joined his Heavenly Father on March 26th, with family by his side. Brandon’s smile, laughter, sense of humor, wit, charm and giant heart will never be forgotten. His strength, bravery and optimistic attitude during his battle with cancer inspired so many. Brandon was born on August 8, 2000...
Helen Georgiades Kosen
Mar 25, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Helen Georgiades Kosen, 94 passed away on March 25, 2021. A formal obituary will be forthcoming. . .[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
Florence Johnson Halliday
Mar 24, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Florence Johnson Halliday, 94, went to be with the Lord on March 24, 2021. Florence is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Earl "Chuck" of 61 years. She was a member of Blair Road United Methodist Church of Mint Hill, NC for over 40 years. Florence enjoyed gardening, and to sew and cross stitch. She loved birds and even had an...
Jean Marie McClary
Mar 23, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Jeanne Marie McClary, a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away March 23, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina, surrounded by family. Jeanne was born on August 17, 1947 in Denver, Colorado. After graduating from Adams City High School, Jeanne attended college at Western State University in Gunnison, Colorado. It was here that she met her husband, Roger, and...
Rachel Tarlton Blackmon
Mar 18, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Rachel Tarlton Blackmon, 89, of Monroe was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on March 18th, 2021. Rachel spent her final days surrounded by family at Monroe Rehabilitation where she finally won her fight with dementia when God called her home. Rachel is survived by her daughters Debbie Hamlett, Teresa Sapp(Gene), Barbara (George), Darlene(Ken). Additionally her grandchildren Matthew Hamlett, Kimberly...
Betty Jean Morales
Mar 17, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Betty Church Morales left this world peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on March 17, 2021 at the age of 79 after a courageous battle with Lewy Body Disease. Betty was born in Charlotte, NC on September 24, 1941 to Harry and Mary Church. After graduating from North Mecklenburg High School, she pursued a career in the moving...