Our Obituaries
Charles Neil Sturgis
March 31, 1927 - January 21, 2018
Charles Neil Sturgis, son of the late Neil and Corinne Sturgis, passed away with his family by his side on January 21, 2018. Born on March 31, 1927, he was 90 years old. Mr. Sturgis was a veteran, having served honorably in the United States Coast Guard during World War II. After returning home to Monroe, Mr. Sturgis attended Wingate College and The Cincinnati Mortuary College. Upon graduation,...
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Clifford Clifford Spurlock
April 20, 1915 - January 19, 2018
Samuel Clifford Spurlock, age 102, of Burnsville, North Carolina passed away on Friday January 19, 2018. Clifford was born April 20, 1915 in Fleming, Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Spurlock and son, Stanley Spurlock. Clifford is survived by his two sons, Herbert Spurlock and his wife, Dolores and Claude Thomas Spurlock and his wife Shirley and his many grandchildren,...
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Elizabeth Ann Starks
April 18, 1939 - January 18, 2018
Elizabeth Ann Tarlton Starks, 78 of Gastonia, formerly of Monroe passed away on Thursday January 18.She is survived by her three children, Cindy Powell and husband Don of Shelby; Kimberly Rorie of Kings Mountain and Anthony Rorie Jr. of Salisbury; one granddaughter, Lizzie Rorie, also of Salisbury; four sisters, Ruth Eubanks, Becky Tarlton, Brenda Banter and Gayle Hilton; three brothers, Frankie...
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Barbara Dunn
September 15, 1943 - January 18, 2018
Barbara Anderson Dunn, 74, of Locust, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2018. She was born in Jenkins, Kentucky on September 15, 1943, to the late Alexander and Elizabeth Anderson.Barbara was a home health nurse and had a special gift of caring for the elderly. She received hundreds of letters from her patients and their families thanking her for her compassionate care...
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James Ross Snead
January 10, 1937 - January 17, 2018
James "Jim" Ross Snead, Jr., age 81, of Monroe, passed away on January 17, 2018. He was born in Union County on January 10, 1937, son of the late James Ross Snead Sr. and Ima Jane Crump Snead. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris M. Snead; his daughter, Kellie Robin Snead and his grandson, Billy P. Griffin. He is survived by his three daughters, Janie Baker and husband Scott, Julie Shelton...
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Raymond Neal Chaney
June 15, 1934 - January 15, 2018
Raymond Neal Chaney, 83, of Monroe went to be home with the Lord January 15, 2018. He was born in Monroe, June 15, 1934.Raymond retired after 29 years with the city of Monroe as an electrical lineman. He was very involved at his church Lee Park Baptist, which he loved.His loving wife Peggy of 62 years survives him. His children, Debbie (Donnie) Brown, Delisa (Steve) Cotton, Susanne (Leigh)...
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Henderson Eugene Russ
March 4, 1935 - January 10, 2018
Henderson Eugene Russ., Sr. , affectionately known as "Pop" age 82, of Monroe, passed away on January 10, 2018. He was born in Charlotte, NC on March 4, 1935, son of the late Sam and Elmana Russ. He was preceded in death by his wife, Florence Russ; his daughter, Gale Russ and his two brothers, Bobby and Pete. Henderson is survived by his daughter, Darlene Carter; his sons, Richard, Henderson,...
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Jess Jerry Perez
April 14, 1938 - January 7, 2018
Jess "Jay" Perez, 79 of Monroe passed away on January 7, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Perez; siblings Richard Perez of Van Wyck, SC; Pierre Perez, Arlene Lopez, Martha Bergman all of CA; daughter Sherri MacDonald and husband Gregg of Rock Hill, SC and son Greg Perez and wife Dawn of Asheville, NC. He is also survived by 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.A graveside service...
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William Griggs Laney
April 26, 1935 - January 4, 2018
William Griggs Laney, 82, of Pageland SC passed away on January 4, 2018. Griggs is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Emmie Laney; sisters, Dorothy Little and Betty Chambers of Kannapolis; Carol Tucker and Donna Eubanks of Monroe; Patsy Harper of Myrtle Beach; daughter, Anna Easler; 3 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren and his faithful companion Little Richard. He is predeceased by two...
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Roland A. Beaver
June 16, 1926 - January 2, 2018
Arrangements under the direction of McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe, Monroe, NC.
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Ceola O. Belk
June 27, 1937 - December 29, 2017
Mrs. Ceola O. Belk, 80, of Orlando, FL, formerly of Monroe, passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2017. She was born June 27, 1937 in Union County, daughter of the late Clifford and Rene Flowe Orr. Ceola is preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Lynn Belk; son, Jerry Richard Belk; brothers R.B. Orr, David Orr, Dexter Orr and a sister Polly Orr. She is survived by her son Steven L. Belk of...
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Paul Marcus Tucker
November 27, 1937 - December 24, 2017
Paul Marcus Tucker, age 80, of Monroe, went home to be with the Lord on December 24, 2017. He was born in Union County on November 27, 1937, son of the late Norman Jack and Carrie Tucker. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Marion, Gerald and Ben Tucker. Paul is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Elsie Tucker; his sons, Frankie Tucker and Jeffrey Tucker; his three sisters, Carolyn...
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Juanita Nash Vaughn
April 27, 1931 - December 21, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe, Monroe, NC.
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Melvin Wayne Bull
October 18, 1930 - December 18, 2017
Melvin Wayne Bull went home to be with the Lord, on Monday, December 18, 2017. Mel was born on October 18, 1930, in the town of Pomfret, NY to the late Arlie Cave Bull and Ray Bull. He was preceded in death by his son Thomas James Bull and his siblings Sheldon Bull, Lynn Bull, Merle Bull and Marilyn Bull. He is survived by his wife Joyce Eades Bull, his sister Maxine Gens and his children,...
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Herman Flake Braswell
June 23, 1926 - December 17, 2017
Herman Flake Braswell, 91, of Monroe, NC died Sunday, December 17, 2017 at Carolinas Medical Center, Union. Born on June 23, 1926 in Union County, he was the son of the late Hiram Joshua Braswell and Ada Nance Braswell. Mr. Braswell is survived by daughters Paula Braswell Baucom (Joel); Phyllis Braswell Austin; Portia Braswell McLeod (Steve); and son, Stephen Flake Braswell (Carolyn); 12...
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Bessie Odessa Watkins
August 3, 1917 - December 16, 2017
Bessie Stilwell Watkins, 100, of Monroe passed away peacefully at the Brian Center on Saturday December 16, 2017. Affectionately known as Nanny, she will be deeply missed.Bessie is predeceased by her husbands, Arthur Stilwell and Lonnie Watkins; her son, Ralph Stilwell and grandson, Tony Love. She is survived by her daughter, Betty Love and her husband Joe; stepdaughters, Lena Helms and...
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Raymond G. Desclos
February 7, 1939 - December 13, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe, Monroe, NC.
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Dolores L. Baush
August 23, 1935 - December 10, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe, Monroe, NC.
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Willard Clay Haigler
October 13, 1940 - December 8, 2017
Willard Clay Haigler, age 77, of Monroe, passed away on December 8, 2017. He was born in Union County on October 13, 1940, son of the late Ajar and Effie Haigler. He is survived by his sons, Rolfe Roland Haigler and Ian Haigler; his sister, Renelda Baker; his brothers, Lane, Edward, Terry Joe, and Dennis (Dec); his grandchildren, William Haigler, Erin Haigler, Carissa and Justin Stegall. The...
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Mark J. Brennan
June 15, 1946 - December 7, 2017
Mark J Brennan III of Lancaster passed away on December 7, 2017. A loving husband and father, Mark was a faithful member of St. Catherine's Catholic Church and a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus. He is predeceased by his parents and sister, Joann Ware. Mark is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Nancy Brennan; son, Mark J. Brennan IV; half-brother, Mark Sean Brennan and step...
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William Wyley Snow
February 17, 1937 - December 5, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe, Monroe, NC.
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William Robert Cook
April 10, 1934 - December 4, 2017
William Robert (Bob) Cook of Liberty Hill, SC formerly of Monroe, NC passed away on December 4, 2017. He was born in Monroe on April 10, 1934 to the late Marvin and Sarah Cook. Bob was known to have had many different jobs but was most proud of his service as Deputy Sherriff of Union County. Bob was a longtime member of Liberty Hill Presbyterian Church.In addition to his parents, Bob is...
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Christy Jean Porter
May 24, 1960 - December 2, 2017
Christy E. Porter, age 57, of Monroe, passed away on December 2, 2017. She was born in Charlotte, NC on May 24, 1960, daughter of the late Walter and Faye Edgeworth. She was preceded in death by her son, Jeremy Porter. Chris is survived by her loving husband, Tony Porter; her son, Jake Porter; her brother, Jeff Edgeworth and wife, Susan; and her nephew Chandler Edgeworth. McEwen Funeral Home of...
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Margaret Stanford
September 12, 1937 - November 28, 2017
Margaret Stanford of Monroe passed away on November 28, 2017. She was a lifelong resident of Union County and retired from Scott Safety after over 20 years of service.Margaret is predeceased by her husband of 58 years, Charles Stanford and two sons, Tony and Sandy. She is survived by her daughters, Mary (Steve) Carter and Angela Stanford; grandchildren, Damien, Amber and Kevin Carter and two...
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David Spence
September 23, 1958 - November 21, 2017
David "Bear" Paul Spence age 59, passed away at his home in Monroe, surrounded by family on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. He was born September 23, 1958 in Adrian, Michigan to Paul Alvin Spence and Joyce Ann Kirchner. David attended Monroe High School for his general education and received HVAC licensing training from Central Piedmont Community College. In 1979 David was blessed with the birth of...
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Shelby Holley
October 13, 1937 - November 20, 2017
Shelby Jean Fincher Holley, widow of Glenn H. Holley, Sr., passed away on November 20, 2017, in Monroe, NC, following a brief illness. Born October 13, 1937, she was a daughter of the late William Amzie Fincher, Sr. and Mary Lee Glenn Fincher. She was also predeceased by two brothers, William A. Fincher, Jr., and Joe N. Fincher. Shelby, or "Toots" as she was affectionately known to family and...
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Thelma Louise Lee
January 27, 1925 - November 11, 2017
Thelma Norris Lee, age 92, of Monroe, went home to be with the Lord on November 11, 2017 surrounded by her family. She was born in Garland, NC on January 27, 1925, daughter of the late James Herbert and Flossie Mae Bordeaux. She is preceded in death by her husband, Marshall Henry Lee and her son, James Henry Lee. Thelma is survived by her four daughters, Shirley Hill (Donnie), Peggy Lee, Dolly...
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Clyde Austin
July 26, 1930 - November 7, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe, Monroe, NC.
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Shirley Sutton
November 4, 1935 - November 3, 2017
Shirley Sutton passed away at home on November 3, 2017. Born and raised in Monroe, Shirley retired after 20 years with the Union County Public Schools. Known as "The Lady in Red," she enjoyed working at the Monroe Mall, spending time at the beach but most of all she loved spending time with her family, especially her precious grandchildren and great grandchildren. Shirley is predeceased by her...
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Kenneth L. Threatt
October 25, 1947 - October 31, 2017
Kenneth Lee Threatt, 70, of Monroe went Home to be with the Lord on October 31, 2017. Born in Union County on October 25, 1947, Ken was a lifelong resident of Monroe. He graduated from Monroe High School in 1966 and attended CPCC. Ken served in the US Army during the Vietnam War and received a Purple Heart and the Commendation Medal. He worked for Southern Bell/Bell South/AT&T from 1967 until...
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Neely Crawford Rodden
September 13, 1944 - October 31, 2017
Neely Crawford Rodden Jr. "Bo", 73, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2017 in Matthews NC. Bo was born in Mecklenburg County to the late Neely and Virginia Matthews Rodden on September 13, 1944. He enjoyed gardening, was proud of the prized irises he grew and also liked Westerns and anything to do with Alaska. Bo loved to hunt for small game and run his dogs. He raised and trained...
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Norman Franklin Jenkins
August 29, 1936 - October 31, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe, Monroe, NC.
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Emilia Babic
February 27, 1920 - October 24, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe, Monroe, NC.
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Willie Clinton Helms
June 13, 1949 - October 18, 2017
Willie Clinton Helms, age 68, of Monroe, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 18, 2017. He was born to Willie Ray Helms and Vera Head Helms on June 13, 1949, at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, MS. Willie graduated in 1967 from Ocean Springs High School in Ocean Springs, MS. He was a member of Midway United Methodist Church in Monroe, NC, and taught an adult Sunday school...
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Peggy Faile
November 12, 1946 - October 18, 2017
Peggy D. Faile, age 70, of Waxhaw, went home to be with the Lord on October 18, 2017. She was born in Union County on November 12, 1946, daughter of the late Braudus and Rona Deese. She is survived by her son, Bobby Mackey.The family will receive friends from 10:00am until 11:00am Monday, October 23, 2017 at First Baptist Church of Mineral Springs. A service to celebrate her life will begin at 11...
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James M. Mullis
March 29, 1929 - October 17, 2017
James (Jim) Marshall Mullis Jr. 88, of Monroe, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at Fairfield Manor in Marshville. Mr. Mullis was born on March 29, 1929 in Union County to the late James M. Mullis Sr. and Sophronia T. Mullis. He is preceded in death by 13 brothers and sisters.Jim served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany during the Korean War. He was employed at Pennsylvania House...
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Carrie Brooks
November 24, 1920 - October 17, 2017
Carrie Mullis Brooks, 96, passed October 17, 2017 at Jesse Helms Nursing Center. Carrie was born in Monroe NC, daughter of the late Julius C. Mullis and Etta Melton Mullis. Carrie was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, William Clifford Brooks and a son, Curtis R. Brooks. She is survived by sons Cecil Brooks (Carole deceased) of Monroe, Craven Brooks (Anne) of Waxhaw, Coy Brooks (Lori...
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Maggie C. Rummage
February 21, 1928 - October 16, 2017
Maggie Cook Rummage, age 89, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2017 at the Haven in Pineville, NC. She was born February 21, 1928 to the late Isaac M. Cook and Margaret Haywood Cook. Maggie was a life member of Bonds Grove United Methodist Church. She retired from Southern Bell after 42 years and was a member of Telecom Pioneers. Maggie was the last surviving member of her family. In addition to...
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Mary Lou Helms
June 24, 1932 - October 16, 2017
Mary Lou (Lucy) Helms, 85, of Monroe went Home to be with her Lord on Monday October 16, 2017. Lucy was born on June 24, 1932 in Wildwood FL to the late Gus and Ethel Stallard. Lucy worked for Monroe Paint and Decorating, R.P. Scherer and Tool Service Engineering, all in Monroe. She loved working in the yard and enjoyed farm life, especially her cows and chickens and Sandy, the family dog. Lucy...
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Gregory Alan Blackburn
March 24, 1963 - October 14, 2017
Greg Alan Blackburn, age 54, of Waxhaw, went home to be with the Lord on October 14, 2017 while surrounded by his family. He was born in Union County on March 24, 1963, son of Dewey and Patsy Blackburn. Greg is survived by his loving wife, Angie Blackburn; his daughter, Magan Lewis and husband Corey; his son, Nick Blackburn; his granddaughter, Makenzie Ann Lewis; his brother, Tim Blackburn and...
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Margaret Jolley
June 24, 1938 - October 13, 2017
Margaret Jolley, age 79, of Waxhaw, formerly of North Miami Beach, Florida, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on October 13, 2017. She was born in Brooklyn, NY on June 24, 1938, daughter of the late Edmund and Margaret Dettmann. Margaret is survived by her son, John Miller and wife Becky; her daughter, Stacey McAdam and husband, Frank; her grandchildren, Starr McAdam, Candice...
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Tommy Blair Carpenter
December 8, 1937 - October 13, 2017
Tommy Blair Carpenter, age 79, of Marshville, passed away on October 13, 2017 surrounded by family. He was born in Union County on December 8, 1937, son of the late Fred and Ruth Carpenter. He was preceded in death by his wife of over 50 years, Ocie Mae Griffin Carpenter. Tommy is survived by his daughters, Tonda Griffin, Stacy Lane LeMaster, Norma Medlin and husband Jeffrey and Jodi Henley and...
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Jerry Thomas Howell
March 21, 1948 - October 12, 2017
Jerry Thomas Howell, age 69, of Monroe, went on his final run up to the highways of gold in Heaven. He was born on March 21, 1948, son of the late Thedduce "T.E." Howell and Hallie Pope Howell. Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Barbara R. Howell; his children, Genia Howell Schaffer and husband Ron, Jamie Howell, Jody D. Howell, and Amanda Howell DeCicco and husband Tony;...
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Carol B. Furr
November 8, 1940 - October 8, 2017
Carol Hammond Furr, age 76, of Monroe, went home to be with the Lord on October 8, 2017 with her family by her side. She was born on November 8, 1940, daughter of the late Will and Hope Belk Hammond. Carol was preceded in death by her brothers, Gene and Bill Hammond; and sisters, Peggy Victory, Brenda Manus and Shirley Dean. She is survived by her loving husband, Coy M. Furr; her two daughters,...
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Hurley Melton
April 26, 1922 - October 8, 2017
Hurley Garner Melton, age 95, of Monroe, passed away on October 8, 2017. He was born in Union County on April 26, 1922, son of the late Hurley Jefferson and Cora Lee Melton. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby S. Melton. Hurley is survived by his sons, Larry Melton and wife, Ann, and Dennis Melton and wife, Cynthia; his three grandchildren, Chris Melton, Karen Widenhouse, Shannon Melton;...
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Mildred A. Jennings
March 25, 1932 - October 5, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe, Monroe, NC.
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Ruth A. Revette
August 9, 1932 - October 3, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe, Monroe, NC.
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Michael Williams
June 27, 1947 - October 3, 2017
Michael left his terrible pain behind and moved to heaven, to see his parents and his brother on October 3rd, 2017, with his family by his side.Michael, born on June 27, 1947, was the son of the late Ralph P. and Thelma Maulden Williams, of Monroe. He was also predeceased by his brother Richard P. Williams. He is survived by his two sisters; Brenda Williams-Hall and husband Ron and Paula Williams...
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Nancy Lemmond
August 31, 1934 - September 22, 2017
Nancy Couick Lemmond, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, age 83, of Waxhaw, passed away on September 22, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Union County on August 31, 1934, daughter of the late Benjamin Frank and Pearl Couick. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, James Neal Lemmond; daughter, Karen and husband Miles Tedder; son, Rick and wife...
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Hilda Braswell Price
November 25, 1946 - September 20, 2017
Hilda "Cookie" Price, age 70, of Monroe, went home to be with the Lord on September 20, 2017 surrounded by her family. She was born in Union County on November 25, 1946, daughter of the late Yates Braswell, Judge and Ruby Hill Simpson. She was preceded in death by her husband Boyce Price Jr. and her daughter Tanya Michelle Price and her sister Joyce Deese.Cookie is survived by her sister Gayle...
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Manley Twitty
December 1, 1939 - September 18, 2017
Manley V. Twitty, age 77, of Monroe NC, passed away on September 18, 2017. He is survived by his brother, Robert Lee Twitty and his niece Patricia Jeanette Deese.The family will receive friends Saturday, September 30, 2017 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm at Faith Baptist Church in Monroe. A service to celebrate Manley's life will begin at 2:00pm.Online condolences may be offered by visiting www...
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Joyce Ann Deese
June 13, 1938 - September 15, 2017
Joyce Ann "Nanny" Deese, age 79, of Monroe, went home to be with the Lord on September 15, 2017. She was born in Union County on June 13, 1938, daughter of the late Yates W. Braswell and Ruby Elizabeth Hill Braswell. Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Ray H. Deese. She is survived by her sons, Michael Ray Deese of Monroe and Richard Wilson Deese and wife Michelle of Monroe; her daughter,...
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Maxine B. Pressley
November 25, 1927 - September 12, 2017
Maxine B. Pressley, age 89, of Indian Trail, NC, went home to be with the Lord and her husband of 71 and a half years, M. P. Pressley, on September 12, 2017. She was born in Union County on November 25, 1927, daughter of the late Hugh and Carrie Baucom. Maxine was preceded in death by her brothers; Clyde, Paul, Boyce and Ken Baucom, and sisters; Evelyn Smith and Lola King.She is survived by her...
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Wallace Q. Hasty
December 19, 1936 - September 12, 2017
Wallace Quay Hasty, age 80, of Union County, NC, passed away on September 12, 2017 after several months of declining health. Wallace was born in Union County on December 19, 1936, son of the late KG and Ora Smith Hasty. He was also preceded in death by his son Timothy Hasty; grandson Austin Hall; brothers Alvin Hasty, Calvin Hasty and sister Bernice Hasty Baucom. Wallace is survived by his wife...
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Marvin Benton
October 8, 1953 - September 7, 2017
Marvin Jackson Benton (Jack), age 63, of Monroe, went home to be with the Lord after a long illness on September 7, 2017Jack was born October 8, 1953, son of the late Roy Alexander Benton and the late Beulah Williams Benton. He was proceeded in death by one brother John Wayne Benton. He graduated from Piedmont High School in 1971 and retired from Vanguard Supreme in Monroe.Jack is survived by...
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Harold H. Davis
September 5, 1927 - September 6, 2017
Harold H. Davis, age 90, of Monroe, passed away on September 6, 2017. He was born in Union County on September 5, 1927, son of the late Henry and Ollie Davis. Harold served in the US ARMY during the Korean War and served in the Merchant Marines on Lake Superior. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Kemp Davis, Edmond Davis, Jim Davis and Billy Davis. Harold is survived by his loving wife of...
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Andrew James Hayes
March 14, 1991 - September 5, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe, Monroe, NC.
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Letha Honeycutt Braswell
July 2, 1927 - September 3, 2017
Letha Honeycutt Braswell, age 90, of Monroe, went home to be with the Lord on September 3, 2017. She was born in Union County on July 2, 2017, daughter of the late Wriston and Eunice Honeycutt. Letha was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Braswell; her son, Stephen Braswell; her two brothers, Garry Honeycutt and Lloyd Honeycutt; and her grandson, David Braswell. She is survived by her son,...
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Evelyn Deese Pennigar
May 18, 1939 - September 2, 2017
Evelyn Deese Pennegar, age 78, of Monroe, went home to be with the Lord on September 2, 2017. She was born in Union County on May 18, 1939, daughter of the late Ed and Annie Deese. Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Wade Pennegar; her five brothers, Lemar Deese, Doc J. Deese, Chas Deese, Ray B. Deese and Bedford Deese as well as her three sisters, Eileen Powers, Louise Smith and Patty...
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Helen M. Huntley
January 13, 1920 - September 1, 2017
Helen Moss Huntley of Charlotte, NC passed away peacefully Friday Sept. 1, 2017 at the age of 97. A celebration of her life will be held Saturday, Sept. 16, at 1:00 pm at Southminster Retirement Center in the Great Room with a reception following.Helen was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, James R. Huntley of Monroe, NC. She is survived by her five children: Richard Huntley ...
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Jennie Mae Privette
January 1, 1931 - August 31, 2017
Mrs. Jennie Mae Privette, 87, passed away at her residence on Thursday, August 31, 2017. Mrs. Privette was born January 1, 1931 in Union County, daughter of the late George and Nannie Helms Kiker, she was also preceded in death by her husband Edmond Privette; two daughters, Shelia Whitmore and Judy Keziah; two grandsons, Andy and Kenny Whitmore. Visitation will be Wednesday, September 6, 2017...
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Louie Aldred Simpson
November 17, 1932 - August 29, 2017
Reverend Louie Aldred "Bud' Simpson, 84, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on August 29, 2017. Bud was born on November 17, 1932 in Union County, son of the late Louie Ervin and Velma Broome Simpson. He was also preceded in death by his daughter Pamela Denise Simpson, two brothers, Mick and Don Simpson. Reverend Simpson was retired from AT & T after twenty-five years of...
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Jewel Juanita Thompson
January 22, 1927 - August 26, 2017
Jewel Tysinger Thompson, age 90, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 26, 2017. She was born January 22, 1927 the daughter of the late Lee and Ruth Belk Tysinger of Mineral Springs, NC. She was preceded in death by her husband, NASCAR Legend Alfred Bruce "Speedy" Thompson Sr., and her son Alfred Bruce "Chuck" and/or "Speedy" Thompson Jr. Jewel retired from Exxon Mobil...
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Dorothy Perkins Smith
July 27, 1930 - August 22, 2017
Dorothy Lee Perkins Smith, age 87, of Monroe, passed away on August 22, 2017. Mrs. Smith was the daughter of the late George Oscar and Kathryn McGee Perkins, and was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Frank Smith. She was a retired secretary.She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Smith of Cramerton; her son, Brad Smith and his wife Cindy of Marshville and her granddaughters, Erica...
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Robert Spellman Troy
September 1, 1942 - August 18, 2017
Robert Spellman Troy, Jr., 74, of Wingate, passed away at his home on August 18, 2017. He was born in Lumberton, NC on September 1, 1942, son of Robert "Spud" S. Troy, Sr. and Virginia Clark Troy who predeceased him in death. Robert graduated from Wallace - Rose Hill High School and attended Lees - McRae College. Robert had years of service with Bank of America (NCNB), Georgia Pacific Corporation...
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Edna Morgan Young
January 13, 1930 - August 14, 2017
Edna Morgan Young, age 87, of Monroe, went to be with the Lord on August 14, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Young.Edna is survived by her daughter, Sally Tyndall and husband Carr; her two grandchildren, Ashley and Josh Tyndall; a sister, Rowene Bacon; many nieces and nephews and her special friend, Charles Creech.A graveside service for Mrs. Young will be held at Lakeland...
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E. Steve Ferguson
July 18, 1935 - August 8, 2017
E. Steve Ferguson, Sr., age 82, of Monroe, passed away on August 8, 2017 at home with his beloved wife and family by his side. He was born in Union County on July 18, 1935, son of the late Hoy A. Ferguson and Thelma Eury Ferguson. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his sisters, Shirley Suggs and Sue Williams and a great-granddaughter, Gracie Ferguson. Steve is survived by...
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Pauline Haigler Sutherland
April 15, 1927 - August 8, 2017
Pauline "Polly" Haigler Sutherland, age 90, of Monroe, passed away on August 8, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gus and Bessie Haigler; her son, Jan Johnson; her four brothers, Hilton Haigler, Carl Haigler, Elder Brice Haigler and Jerry Haigler. Polly is survived by her daughter, Sonja Harrelson; three sisters, Zee Stokes, Patsy Polk and Sue Boyd and her brother, Don...
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Elinor Anne Faulkner
June 16, 1929 - August 2, 2017
Elinor Anne Faulkner, age 88, of Monroe, formerly of Alliance, OH, went to be with the Lord on August 2, 2017 with her family by her side. She was born in Canton, OH, daughter of the late John and Gertrude Aten. Elinor served in the United States Marine Corps as a War Time Veteran of the North Korean War where she was honorably discharged as PFC. Elinor was a faithful member of Secrest Grove...
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Gertrude Helms
July 2, 1926 - July 30, 2017
Gertrude Helms, age 91, of Monroe NC, passed away on July 30, 2017. She was born in Union County on July 2, 1926.Gertrude was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce Robert Helms. She is survived by her sons, Lee Roy Helms and Bobby Bruce Helms (Marie); ten grandchildren and multiple great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.The family will receive friends Wednesday evening, August 2,...
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Horace J. Broome
November 30, 1942 - July 30, 2017
Horace J. Broome, age 74, of Monroe, passed away on July 30, 2017. He was born in Union County on November 30, 1942, son of the late Henry and Mary Broome. He was preceded in death by his sister, Freida Ennis; his brother-in-law, Rodger Long and his nephew, Darren Broome. Horace is survived by his sister, Arlene Helms and husband, Olin; his brother, Frank Broome and wife, Vera and sister, Linda...
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Morgan Barbara Ivey
May 2, 1953 - July 27, 2017
Morgan Barbara Bittner Ivey, age 64, of Monroe, passed away on July 27, 2017. She is survived by her loving husband of eleven years, Roy Ivey; her daughter, Heather; granddaughter, Zhoe; grandson, Aiden; her two step-daughters, Dominique and Tamara and her step-grandchildren, Lucas, Jacob and Ethan. A service to celebrate Morgan's life will be 1:00pm Sunday, July 30, 2017 at McEwen Funeral...
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Barbara Hamilton Liles
September 23, 1938 - July 24, 2017
Barbara "Barb" Hamilton Liles, age 78, of Monroe, went home to be with the Lord on July 24, 2017 surrounded by her family. She was born in Franklin Furnace, OH on September 23, 1938; daughter of the late Reverend William and Hila Williams Hamilton.Barb was preceded in death by her daughter; Faith Liles; her sister, Violet Waggoner and her brother, Carl Hamilton.She is survived by her loving...
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Elza Gene Allman
October 21, 1948 - July 18, 2017
Elza "Gene" Allman, age 68, of Marshville, passed away on July 18, 2017. He was born in Allegheny County, PA., on October 21, 1948, son of the late Peter Elza Allman and Minnie Martin. Gene is survived by his loving wife Linda B. Allman; his son, Martin Allman and wife Daffne Tania; his three grandsons, Kyle, Cody and Cameron Allman. Gene made many friends over the years and most recently...
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Dennis Eugene Caudle
December 3, 1957 - July 15, 2017
Dennis Eugene Caudle, age 59, of Marshville, went home on July 15, 2017. He was born in Union County on December 3, 1957, son of the late Eugene Boyce and Joy Rayfield Caudle. He was preceded in death by his brother, David Paul Caudle. Dennis is survived by his brothers, Donald Lee Caudle (Kay) and Daniel Anthony Caudle (Kim); three nephews, one niece, two great-nephews and one great-niece. A...
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Johnnie Lamm
August 22, 1934 - July 11, 2017
Johnnie Blair Carpenter Lamm, age 82, of Wingate, passed away peacefully and went to receive her heavenly reward on Tuesday morning, July 11, 2017. She was born in Laurinburg, NC on August 22, 1934, daughter of the late Isom Seth (Bud) Carpenter and Addie Blair Edwards Carpenter."Ma Johnnie" as she was affectionately known by most was a loving wife, mother, grand and great-grandmother as well as...
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Michelle Smith
October 30, 1960 - July 9, 2017
Michelle Roy Smith, age 56, of Monroe, gained her wings on July 9, 2017 surrounded by her family. She was born in Gloversville, NY on October 30, 1960, daughter of Alfred and Roseann Roy. She was preceded in death by her father, Alfred Roy.Michelle is survived by her daughters, JariAnne Witmore (Robert) and Brandi Neal; her son, Adam Smith; her mother, Roseann Roy; five grandchildren, Nathaniel...
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Mildred Belk Cox
December 11, 1917 - July 8, 2017
Mildred Belk Cox, age 99, of Union County, formerly of Charlotte, passed away on July 8, 2017. She was born in Union County on December 11, 1917, daughter of the late William and Ellie Simpson Belk. Mildred was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Leo Cox. She is survived by her sons, Jim Cox (Barbara) and Ted Cox (Vicki); granddaughter, Mandi Maske (Wayne); her grandson, Daniel Cox; two...
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Margaret Watts Morton
June 4, 1942 - July 7, 2017
Margaret Morton, 75, Dearly Beloved Mother, Grandmother, FriendOn Friday July 7th, 2017, Margaret Morton made her journey to be with the LORD. She left peacefully, surrounded and by her children, Sheila Stegall and Eric Morton; as well as her grandchildren, Tyler Parker and Miranda Barfield. During her life, Margaret was a spirited and fiery soul that always went with the wind. Never fearing, she...
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Teresa Louise Griffin
January 21, 1956 - July 4, 2017
Miss Teresa Louise Griffin, age 61, passed away Tuesday July 4, 2017 at her home of 37 years, the Camden Road Group Home in Wingate, NC.She was born January 21, 1956 in Union County, NC, the daughter of the late Mr. John Nelson Griffin and the late Mrs. Mary Bridges Griffin.Miss Griffin is survived by three brothers: Tim Griffin (Brian), Joey Griffin ( Debra), Jeff Griffin (Audra); one sister:...
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Sharon Chase Hedrick
August 22, 1957 - July 3, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe, Monroe, NC.
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George Lee Medlin
December 17, 1929 - July 3, 2017
Mr. George Lee Medlin, age 87 passed away Monday July 3, 2017 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Monroe, NC.Mr. Medlin was born December 17, 1929 in Union County, NC, the son of the late Mr. James Marcus Medlin and the late Mrs. Lula Griffin Medlin.Mr. Medlin is survived by his wife: Betty McWhorter Medlin; two daughters: Teresa Medlin Helms and husband Tom of Wingate, NC, Tracy Medlin Deese and...
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Billy Joe Casey
December 23, 1965 - June 29, 2017
Billy Joe "Joey" Casey Jr., age 51 of Monroe, formerly of Douglasville, GA, passed away on June 29, 2017. He was born on December 23, 1965, son of the late Billy Joe Casey Sr. and Mark Louise Price. He was preceded in death by his step-father, John Price.Joey is survived by his brother, Franklin Casey (Tammy); his nephew, Tyler Casey and his great-niece, Madison Casey. Joey also leaves behind...
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James Lewis Tomberlin
September 7, 1932 - June 29, 2017
James "Lewis" Tomberlin, age 84, of Monroe, went home to be with the Lord on June 29, 2017 surrounded by family. He was born on September 7, 1932, son of the late Clayton and Lula Tomberlin.Lewis was a faithful member of Lee Park Baptist Church for many years. He spent his career working at Lance Corporation in Charlotte where he eventually retired after 37 years.He is preceded in death by his...
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Emma B. Sikes
July 10, 1932 - June 28, 2017
Emma Bolt Thomas Silcox Sikes, 84, of Wadesboro North Carolina was awarded her status as one of Gods Angels on June 28th, 2017. She finally achieved peace in her life following a 5 year struggle with dementia.Mrs. Sikes was a loving and active great-grandmother, grandmother, mother, wife, sister, and daughter. She was a committed home maker and role model within her family. Emma loved nothing...
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Johnnie Douglas Hill
April 6, 1932 - June 26, 2017
Johnnie Douglas (Ducky) Hill, 85, of Monroe, peacefully passed away Monday, June 26, 2017 with his family by his side. He is now fully healed and celebrating new life in heaven. He was born April 6, 1932 in Waxhaw, N.C. to the late Johnnie and Kate Hill. Ducky was retired from the United States Postal Service where he carried the mail for 38 years. His customers could...
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Joann P. Bartlett
November 20, 1932 - June 24, 2017
Mrs. Joann Bartlett, age 84, of Monroe, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 24, 2017. She was born November 20, 1932 in Swannowa, NC, daughter of the late Paul and Mandy Penland. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Ray E. Bartlett, Sr; one son: Ray E. Bartlett, Jr. Mrs. Bartlett is survived by two sons, Kenneth Bartlett (Stacia) and Robert...
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Norma Stafford
April 27, 1940 - June 23, 2017
Mrs. Norma Kennedy Stafford, age 77, of Monroe, went to be with the Lord Friday June 23, 2017 with her family by her side.She was born April 27, 1940 in Man, West Virginia, a daughter of the late Woodrow and Mary Kennedy. Norma loved her church family at Oakland Baptist Church where she was an active member for over 10 years. Norma was preceded in death by her daughter, Jody Clay and her grandson...
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Mary Tysinger Hargette
June 7, 1931 - June 23, 2017
Mary Arden Tysinger Hargette, 86, of Monroe, North Carolina, left her earthly home to enter her Heavenly home on June 23rd 2017. She was the daughter of Arden Alexander and Ruth McGuirt Tysinger. Mary Arden was born in Monroe, North Carolina on June 6th, 1931. Family members include her husband of 66 years, Joe Alson Hargette; two sons Joe Hargette Jr. of Winston Salem, and Wayne and wife Jeannie...
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Henry Moore
January 23, 1936 - June 22, 2017
Mr. Henry Wilson Moore, age 81, of Monroe, passed away Thursday June 22, 2017 at Hospice of Union County in Monroe, NC.Mr. Moore was born January 23, 1936 in Union County, NC, a son of the late Mr. Henry Moore and the late Mrs. Thelma Moore. He was retired from Cummins Atlanta.Mr. Moore is survived by his wife: Eugenia Moore; one son: Roger Moore and wife Sonya of Lancaster, SC; one brother:...
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Mary E. Pazzaglini
February 27, 1931 - June 17, 2017
Mary Elaine (Morizio) Pazzaglini of Monroe, North Carolina went to be with her Heavenly Father on June 17, 2017 at the age of 86.Mary Pazzaglini was born in Colonie, New York on February 27, 1931. She was an artist and had a life-long love of art and music. Mary worked as a Mechanical Drafter in Endicott, New York for a number of years and then for her son Paul Pazzaglini at Cadshare Resources in...
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Grace Phillips Greene
February 16, 1923 - June 14, 2017
Grace Phillips Greene, age 94, of Monroe, went home to be with the Lord on June 14, 2017 with her husband by her side. She was born in Union County on February 16, 1923, daughter of the late Hoyte and Fronie Phillips. She was preceded in death by her son, Larry Jackson.Grace is survived by her husband of 60 years, Vance L. Greene; her son, James Greene (Joyce); granddaughter, Linzy Greene; two...
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Paul Michael Rushing
January 5, 1949 - June 12, 2017
Paul Michael Rushing of Wingate, NC passed away June 12, 2017 in Monroe, NC at the age of 68. Mike was born in Ypsilanti, MI January 5, 1949 to Paul Jones Rushing and Stephanie Marie Laurich Rushing, the youngest of five children. The Rushings are long time citizens of Union and Anson Counties, the first in their line having emigrated from England in the 1700's. Mike graduated from...
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Ina Dove Cox
March 31, 1924 - June 10, 2017
Dove Bolt Cox, age 93, of 1205 W. Sandy Ridge Rd., Monroe NC, passed away Saturday, June 10, 2017 at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Garnett and Artance Bolt, and the widow of Robert Charlie Cox, Jr. She is survived by her son; Robert Charlie Cox III and wife Jane of Matthews, NC; daughter, Diane Cox and husband Jack Pratt of Monroe, NC. Five grandchildren; Amy & Woody...
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Sylvia Ann Smith
July 1, 1939 - June 10, 2017
Sylvia Ann Smith, age 77, of Marshville NC, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2017. She was born in Union County on July 1, 1939, daughter of the late Judge and Rena Simpson.Sylvia is survived by her husband, Sandy "Junior" Smith; her step-daughter, Ellen Hinson; her brothers, Ellis Mancil Simpson and Arnold Simpson; two grandchildren, Daniel and Joseph Hinson.Visitation will be Wednesday...
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David Levi Furr
April 12, 1945 - June 9, 2017
David L. Furr III, age 72, of Indian Trail, passed away on June 9, 2017 with his family by his side. He was born in Mecklenburg County on April 12, 1945, son of the late D.L. and Pauline Furr. Dave is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Sara Simpson Furr; his daughter, Christie Furr Trenery (Matthew); his brother, Larry Furr and his three sisters, Linda Hargett, Carolyn Griffin and Joy...
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James Bach
May 26, 1945 - June 8, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe, Monroe, NC.
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Curtis W. Starnes
May 28, 1931 - June 8, 2017
Curtis Wayne Starnes, 86, passed away Thursday, June 8, 2017. Mr. Starnes was born May 28, 1931 in Union County, NC, son to the late Junion Otha and Sarah Nancy Starnes. He left behind his wife of 65 years, Jimmie Smith Starnes; one daughter, Matrell Grismer and husband Tim Grismer of Monroe; one son, Derwin Starnes and wife Christie Tetlow Starnes also of Monroe; one grandson, Dane Grismer and...
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Mary Frances Pierce
December 4, 1946 - June 7, 2017
Mary Frances Griffin Pierce, age 70, of Monroe, went home to be with the Lord on June 7, 2017. She was born in Union County on December 4, 1946, daughter of the late Robert Ney and Edith Griffin. Mary Frances is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Dock Winfred Pierce; her two daughters, Lesa Pierce-Cameron (Mike) of Winston-Salem, NC and Sonya Lynn Pierce of Monroe, NC; her grand...
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