Gordon Baskwell

Mr. Baskwell died December 30, 2011 at The Laurels in Pineville.  Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Alan Watkin

Mr. Watkin of Charlotte died December 30, 2011.  Services will be privately held for the family.

Dorrie Fretwell

Dorrie S. Fretwell, of The Stewart Center, The Cypress, Charlotte, NC, born January 2, 1927 to Alice Hassinger and Frederic Shearer, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2011. Raised in Evanston, Illinois, Dorrie completed her B. Mus. and M. Mus. in music at Drake University in Iowa. At Drake she taught voice and piano and was president of the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority. Following voice study at the American School of Music in Fontainebleau, France, Dorrie began her career as a professional soprano, performing as a soloist with choral societies, musical clubs and in opera productions on stage and television.

In 1951, she married E.K. Fretwell Jr., with whom she recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. She and E.K. raised their four children in New York City, Albany, Chappaqua and Buffalo, NY during her husband's career as a leader in higher education. In each locale Dorrie was an active volunteer and served as an officer on numerous civic and professional boards including the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Society, The Community Music School (Buffalo), and the Girl Scouts of America. While in New York City, as President of the Columbia University Dames, she hosted Eleanor Roosevelt's visit to that university's campus. The couple moved to Charlotte in 1979 when E.K. became the Chancellor of UNC Charlotte. Dorrie continued her civic activities in Charlotte with the Symphony, the Opera and The Literacy Council. During her husband's presidency at Buffalo State College, chancellorship at UNCC, and interim presidencies at The University of Massachusetts system and The University of North Florida, Dorrie was widely known for her trademark gracious hospitality and modesty as the First Lady.

In 1985, Dorrie was among the first graduates of UNCC's MA in Psychology and shortly thereafter began her career as a practicing psychologist and published a number of articles related to depression and headache management. Dorrie received special recognition during the dedication of a new building being named in honor of E.K.'s service at UNCC when she learned, in a surprise announcement, that her name would also be included in the building's official name.

After her retirement, Dorrie remained active with Charlotte's Myers Park Presbyterian Church, including singing with the church choir, and was a regular attendee at the Charlotte Symphony and Opera. She and E.K. traveled extensively, including visits to universities in China, Australia, England, Brazil, Italy and Germany. She was an avid reader and crossword devotee, and enjoyed her seven grandchildren. She is predeceased by her sister, Margie Parcell, and is survived by her loving family: her husband, E.K. Fretwell Jr.; four children, Barbara Fretwell, MD (Peter Cooke, MD), Peggy Cross (John), Jim Fretwell, and Katie Fretwell (Bob Saul); seven grandchildren; and her brother, Gary Shearer (Jane).

Dorrie's family would like publicly to extend its gratitude to the staff at The Stewart Center of The Cypress and the Hospice and Palliative Care Charlotte Region for their support and care, particularly during Dorrie's last months.

A celebration of life service is scheduled for Saturday, January 7, at 11:00 a.m. at Myers Park Presbyterian Church, Charlotte. The family will receive friends at a reception at the Clubhouse of The Cypress of Charlotte, 3442 Cypress Club Drive, Charlotte on Friday, January 6, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and then again following the service on Saturday at the church. An interment committal will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations in Dorrie's memory may be sent to The Dorrie Fretwell Professional Development Fund (a scholarship for Ph.D candidates in health/psychology), c/o UNCC Foundation, Office of University Development, 9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28223-0001 or to The Charlotte Symphony at www.charlottesymphony.org.

Alice May Consalice Helderman

Mrs. Helderman died December 28, 2011 at her residence.  Entombment will take place at Oaklawn Cemetery in Jacksonville, FL.

George Calvin Dreos

Mr. Dreos died December 26, 2011 at Emeritus Senior Living Center.  Services were privately held for the family.

Edward Ellington

Our wonderful brother, cousin and uncle Rusty died on Thursday, December 23nd after a long illness.
A lifelong resident of Charlotte, Rusty was born on June 20, 1955 to M. Ben Sr. and Annie Moss Ellington. Rusty is survived by his sister Barbara (Richard), three brothers Ben Jr. (Laura), Wendell (Ruby) and Terry (Josephine) and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. We will all miss his glorious smile, good humor and most of all his strength and dedication to succeed.
A Memorial Service honoring Rusty's life was held at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church 4228 Hovis Rd., Charlotte, NC 28208 on Tuesday, December 27th at 11:30 AM. The family will received friends at 11:00AM prior to the service. Interment will be private.
Rusty's family wishes to thank all our friends and family who visited with Rusty during his illness, especially Harold Moss, Reita Pendry and Eleanor Washington. We cannot thank Terry and Jo enough for their support for Rusty during his illness. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Special Olympics of Mecklenburg County; 2400 Park Rd., Suite B; Charlotte, NC 28203 or to St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church.

Harry Johnston Grim

Harold Galen Hoak

Harold Galen Hoak died Tuesday December 20, 2011 at Southminster Retirement Community. He was born May 21, 1929 in Pottsville, PA to the late William Hoak and Margaret Beverage Hoak. Mr. Hoak graduated with a B.S. from the University of Virginia on a full football scholarship. He was president of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity at UVA.

Mr. Hoak had an extensive 30 year career with Wachovia Bank and Trust. He retired in 1989 from Wachovia while serving at the Regional Vice President of the Southern Region. He served his community in various capacities over the years. These roles included Chairman of the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra, Downtown Rotary Club President, Business Advisory Council Chairman of the UNCC College of Business Administration, Greater Charlotte Chamber of Commerce Chairman, United Way Campaign in Mecklenburg and Union Counties Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Chairman’s Division, Arts and Science Council Major Gifts Division Chairman, Carolina Ambassadors Past President, Belmont Abbey College Chairman of the Board of Advisors, Charlotte Country Day School Chairman of the Board of Visitors, President of the Charlotte Merchants Association, Chairman of Crimestoppers, Dean of the North Carolina School of Banking, UNC-Chapel Hill and Executive VP and Secretary of the Charlotte Merchants Association. In addition he also served on 40 different Boards during his career. He was a member of Charlotte Country Club and Quail Hollow Country Club.

Mr. Hoak was preceded in death by Ellen McDowell Hoak.Surviving are his two sons, Robert Galen Hoak (Allyn) and their children, Margaret Pearson Hoak , Robert McDowell Hoak and William McDowell Hoak.He is also survived by his wife, Betsy Hoak; her two sons, Arthur Utley(Mary Beth) and their son, Jordan; and Bill Utley(Chris) and their children, Ben, Kyle and Sam; her daughter, Dru(Alton Herndon) and their children, Brad and Betsy.

A memorial service for Mr. Hoak was  held 11 a.m. Tuesday December 27 in the Great Hall at Southminster with the Rev. Douglas Aldridge officiating. The family received friends immediately following the service at Southminster. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Southminster Foundation 8919 Park Rd. Charlotte, NC 28210 or to the Alzheimer’s Association – Western Chapter 3800 Shamrock Dr. Charlotte, NC 28215.

Hiram Hubbard

Charlotte, N.C.28209.

John Peter DeYoung

Mr. DeYoung died December 20, 2011 at The Dorchester.  A private memorial service will be held for the family at a later date.

Marilyn Reid Rhodes

A private service for Mrs. Rhodes will be held by the family at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. 

Ronald Rogers

A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Philadelphia Presbyterian Church in Mint Hill. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. prior to the service.

A memorial service was  held 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Philadelphia Presbyterian Church in Mint Hill. The family received friends from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. prior to the service.

Helen Duncan Rogers

Helen was a kind, caring person who frequently and generously helped others, sometimes even anonymously, often through her church, First Baptist in Taylorsville, NC. She loved gardening, reading, collecting various antiques and caring for her cats. This dreadful disease snatched her life from her starting at an early age. Helen retired from Belk Store Services, Charlotte, in 1995 after more than 20 years. She is survived by her husband, William Rogers of Taylorsville; her daughter Robbi Meador Walls and son-in-law, Scott Walls, of Charlotte; her stepdaughter Wendy Rogers Kiker, her husband Kevin Kiker and their children Linda Joy Kiker and Jacob Kiker of Midland, NC. She was predeceased by her mother, Robbie Wilson Rabin, her father Stacy Duncan and her brother Norman Duncan. In lieu of flowers, please consider Alzheimer’s Association of Western CarolinasTeam Helen!3800 Shamrock Dr. Charlotte, NC 28205 or Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region – 1420 E. 7^th. St. Charlotte, NC 28204 or Elmcroft of Little Avenue c/o Christmas fund for the staff of Elmcroft, Heartland Village745 Little Avenue Charlotte, NC 28226. 

Julie Lavern Hill DeLuca

Julie Laverne Hill DeLuca, of Charlotte, died December 16, 2011. She was born December 18, 1968 in Charlotte, NC to Brenda Spencer Hill and the late Jervey Hill, Sr. Mrs. DeLuca helped her brother, Herbie with his cleaning business - Hills Cleaning Service, for almost 12 years. She loved to sing and was a member of New Hope Baptist Church in Charlotte. Julie will be missed by all those she knew and whose lives she touched.
She is survived by her husband, Mark DeLuca; children, Scott, Michael and Josh; sister, Debra Dickens and her husband, Randy, and their daughter, Christina; brother, Herbie Hill, his wife, Stephanie, and their children, Carol Lynn and Trey; one grandchild, Harley; as well as her Aunt Faye Howle, Uncle Albert Spencer, and her nephew, Aaron.
A service to celebrate her life was held at 8:00 p.m. Monday at Palmetto Funeral Home 2049 Carolina Place Dr. Fort Mill, SC. The family  received friends from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. and then again following the service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care - Charlotte Region, 1420 E. 7th St. Charlotte, NC 28204.

Harland Martin

Mr. Martin, died December 15, 2011 at Wilora Lake Retirement Center.  Funeral services were held in Jamestown, NY with burial following at Pine Hill Cemetery in Falcone, NY.

Elena Buturla

Mrs. Buturla died December 9, 2011 at Atria Merryood.  Services were privately held for the family.

Mark Jerome Morgan

Mr. Morgan died December 6, 2011 at his residence. Services will be held privately for the family.

James Spencer Mills

James Spencer Mills III went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on Sunday December 4th in the South of France. He was born on May 20th 1932 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Rear Admiral Ralph Erskine Mills and Elisabeth Stevens Mills. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister Sarah Mills Hartsock. He graduated from Princeton University in 1954 and went on to have a distinguished career as a reporter, working for United Press International and Life Magazine. Throughout his career as a writer, many of his fiction and non-fiction novels became bestsellers. He moved to Paris in the 1960s and remained in France until his death. Aged 59 he was called to lay the foundations for bilingual evangelical church Cornerstone Christian Fellowship in Vallauris, France. He later became the pastor of the church, dedicating his life to bringing the love of God to the South of France. He leaves behind English wife Jill Suzanne Mills of Valbonne, France; children James Spencer Mills IV, Suzanne Mills Davey and husband Joel of London, England; brother-in-law Theodore Glenn Hartsock, Jr. of Charlotte, NC; nephew Langdon Hartsock and wife Charlotte of Charleston, SC, niece Elisabeth Dwight and husband David of Richmond, VA, niece Margaret Spickard and husband Anderson of Nashville, TN, niece Sarah Keller and husband Scott of Durham, NC, and 9 great-nieces and nephews. A burial service was  held at Hopewell Church in Blackstock, SC on Sunday December 11th at 2pm.

Jerold Quinton DeMaso

Mr. DeMaso died December 2, 2011 at his residence.  Services were privately held.

Irvin Lester Firschein

Mr. Firschein died November 29, 2011 at Carolinas Medical Center.  A private memorial service will be held for the family at a later date.

Glenda Hough McDaniel

Mrs. McDaniel died November 27, 2011 at Carolinas Medical Center - Main.  A funeral service was held 4:00 p.m. Saturday December 3 at Providence  Baptist Church.  Interment was held at Oaklawn Cemetery.

Rodney Owens

Mr. Owens died November 25, 2011 at his residence.  A private service will be held for the family at a later date.

Valerie Michelle Miranda

Valerie Michelle Miranda of Charlotte died on November 20, 2011. She was pronounced dead on the scene after being struck down by a hit and run driver while crossing the street. Valerie was born to Mike and Brandy Miranda on August 17, 1981 at St. Mary’s Hospital, West Palm Beach, Florida. In addition to her parents she leaves behind her sister Beverly, and niece Veronica. She attended school at Reedy Creek, Idlewild, Oakhurst Elementary Schools and Northwest School of the Arts.   Valerie will be remembered for her Artwork as well as infectious smile, joy, support and love she gave to those around her. A memorial service will be held Saturday December 3, at Christ Life Church 8617 Providence Rd Charlotte 28277 at 3pm.  

Martha Elizabeth Ballard

Martha Elizabeth Ballard, born February, 6th 1943, peacefully passed away in Hospice Community Care Center, Rock Hill S.C. at the age of 68 on Thursday, November 17^th 2011^.  

Martha spent her life devoted to her children and grandchildren. Martha enjoyed staying active, nature and all things outdoors. Mostly, Martha enjoyed spending time with her family and friends; a few of her hobbies were gardening, playing softball with her friends from church, horseback riding, camping and trips to the mountains with family and friends.    Martha retired from a successful career with I.B.M.

Martha was preceded in death by her parents, Ray H. Ballard and Doris B. Ballard of Davidson, N.C.

Martha is survived by her Daughter, Wendy Michelle Honeycutt of Davidson, N.C., Son; Stephen Ray Honeycutt of Davidson, N.C., Grandchild, Lacy Elizabeth Price of Davidson, N.C. and Great Grandchild; Alexis Elizabeth Robbins of Davidson, N.C. Brother; Wayne H. Ballard and wife Carol, their children and grandchildren.  

Family would like to extend their deepest thanks and gratitude to Hospice and all the caregivers involved with Martha’s care. You are all angels!! 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Martha’s memory to the Hospice Center of your choice. 

The family received friends Tuesday November, 22^nd 2011 at 10:00a.m (Fellowship Hall) followed by a memorial service at 11:00a.m. (Church) (Hopewell Baptist Church, 18841 Davidson Concord Rd Davidson, NC 28036 Phone: 704-892-3749).

Alfonsa Ynot Vicera

Mrs. Vicera died November 12, 2011 at her residence with her family by her side.  A Memorial Service is being scheduled by the family.

James William Burris IV

Mr. Burris passed away November 8, 2011 while in the compassionate care of the staff at the House of Mercy in Belmont, NC.  Arrangements will be privately held for the family.

Mattie Louise Climer

Benjamin Bacon

Mr. Bacon, of Charlotte, died November 7, 2011 while in the compassionate care of the staff at Levine and Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville.  Arrangements were privately held for the family.

Enrique Martel Garitano

Enrique Martel Garitano, 92, of Alameda, CA, died November 7, 2011. He went peacefully, in his Charlotte, North Carolina home, with his beloved son, Henry Garitano, at his side.
He was born October 5, 1919 in Galveston, TX, the son of John and Mary Garitano, with three brothers, Louie, Joe and Russ. He is pre-deceased by his loving wife, Lila Garitano (Ynzunza) of Alameda, CA.
He is survived by Henry Frank Garitano, son, and granddaughter, Vanessa Garitano residing in Charlotte, NC. His son, James Ynzunza and family, lives in Fremont, CA. Visitation was held on Thursday, November 10th, at 6:00 pm, followed by a Memorial Service at 7:00 pm at Palmetto Funeral Home, 2049 Carolina Place Drive, Ft. Mill, SC.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to the Alzheimer's Association of Western Carolina, 3800 Shamrock Dr. Charlotte, NC 28215.

Eula Buzard

The family would like to thank the staff of the Cypress and Stewart Health Center, and especially Robyn Massey whose loving care was a great blessing in Eula’s final years. A Memorial Service was held at 1pm Monday November 7^th at the Cypress Community Hall. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of Western Carolina 3800 Shamrock Dr. Charlotte, NC 28215.

Betty Jean McClure

Betty Jean McClure a native of Charlotte passed away on November 2, 2011. She took great joy in “mothering” her family and will be sorely missed by all those whose lives she touched along the way. She loved life, her family and friends. Betty was born on November 7, 1926 in Charlotte, NC to Scott Boliver. and Bertha Kenley McClure. She attended Paw Creek School where she was active in the Beta Club. She graduated from Paw Creek School in 1944. Betty worked for Henry Belk at Belks for a short period before going to work for Bigger Brothers in 1945. She was a loyal and dedicated employee. She retired three times and was rehired throughout the various acquisitions. Betty finally retired after working with the same company for 40 years. 

Betty has been a member of Cook’s Memorial Presbyterian Church her entire life.She was an active member of the Women of the Church and received the Lifetime Membership of Presbyterian Women. She was a faithful attendee of the Spiritual Adult Sunday School Class. She helped transport the monthly food collection to Second Harvest Food Bank. Betty’s kindness was shown not only to the church family but to the community as well in her willingness to prepare meals, to send cards, and to offer to drive those that needed assistance.  

Betty was pre-deceased by her parents Scott B. and Bertha K. McClure, her brothers William ‘Bill’ Addison and Rowan James McClure, and her sisters Nancy Jane, Julia Mae and Nellie Elizabeth McClure. Betty is survived by brothers David Gerald, Thomas Audrey, Robert Scott ‘Bob ’ and his wife Gretchen C. and Calvin D. ‘Corky’ and his wife Suzanne P. ‘Suzie’. 

Her family would like to thank the staff at Presbyterian Hospital’s 6^th floor Coronary Care Unit for their compassion and loving care with a special thanks to Joel, Anita, Emily and Narcis. Services for Betty will be at Cook’s Memorial Presbyterian Church, 3413 Mt. Holly-Huntersville Road, Charlotte, NC, on Saturday, November 6 at 11:00am. The receiving of friends will be following graveside services.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Cooks Memorial Presbyterian Church, 3413 Mt. Holly-Huntersville Road, Charlotte, NC 28216 or the Charlotte Human Society.

Jeanne Miller Lambert

Mrs. Lambert passed away peacefully with her family by her side while in the compassionate care of the staff at Old Knox Commons in Huntersville.  Interment will be held for the family in Pennsylvania.

Stanley Stillman

Mr. Stillman of Charlotte, died October 28, 2011 at his residence with his family by his side.  A graveside service was held Monday, October 31, 2011 at Baron Hirsch Cemetery in Staten Island, NY.

Agnes Earline Tinsley Watkins

Earline T. Watkins, 81, entered into the presence of her Lord Thursday, October 27, 2011 at the Regency Retirement Village Memory Care Center of Charlotte, NC. Mrs. Watkins was preceded in death by her husband, Frankie Watkins. Survivors include a daughter, Julie Ann Watkins of Louisville, KY; a daughter, Kathy Greenfield and husband Gary of Charlotte, NC; a granddaughter, Jessica Greenfield and husband Eben Eliason of Los Angeles, CA; a sister, Florence Fraze of Noblesville, IN; and a brother, Jim Tinsley and wife Rachel of Wildwood, FL.

Mrs. Watkins retired from GE in Owensboro, KY where she worked for 40 years. She was a loving wife and mother but, above all, loved her Lord and was an active member of churches in Owensboro, KY, Edgewater and Wildwood, FL.

A graveside service celebrating her life will be held at 10 AM, Monday, October 31, 2011, at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Owensboro, KY. Service coordinated by Glenn Funeral Home, Owensboro, KY. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region at www.hpccr.org or 1420 East 7^th St. Charlotte, NC 28204.

June Felter Eckert

June Eckert died October 27, 2011 at Weddington Park Assisted Living.  A celebration of her life was held 7:00 p.m. Monday, October 31, 2011 at Believers Bible Chapel.  Interment was privately held.

Judy Campbell

Judy Campbell, surrounded by her loving family and friends, died peacefully October 25, 2011 at her residence. She was born May 1, 1942 in Hickory, NC to Doris Sullivan Smith and the late Harry L. Smith. Judy played tennis and loved singing in the church choir at Park Road Baptist Church. Known for her infectious smile, she put church and family first in her life and will truly be missed by all those whose lives she touched.

Mrs. Campbell is survived by her mother, Doris Smith; husband, John Campbell “Doc”; sons, John Layton Campbell II and his partner, Lester Ackerman, Harry Douglas Campbell, his wife, Diana Lee and their children, Harrison Douglas, Isabel Elaine and Sophia Marie as well as her sister, Terry Lynn.

A celebration of Judy’s life will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday October 30 at Park Road Baptist Church. The family will receive friends following the service at the church. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Park Road Baptist Church 3900 Park Rd. Charlotte, NC 28209 or Hospice and Palliative Care – Charlotte Region 1420 E. 7^th St. Charlotte, NC 28204.

Iris Wyman

Iris Juanita McClendon Wyman passed away on October 24, 2011 in Charlotte, North Carolina at Aldersgate Retirement Community at the Asbury Care Center. Iris was born to Charles and Lorita McClendon on January 6, 1915 in Texas.

A native Texan, Iris was Dallas City Parks Horseshoe Champion early in her youth and according to news reports at age 16, Miss North Dallas.   Later in life she became an avid golfer, world traveler and a Texas State Democratic Executive Committee member. Iris was an active member of The Methodist Hospital Guild, Dallas Board of Realtors Wives, and an active supporter of the Dallas arts community. Her church life began at Oak Cliff Methodist and was a founding congregation member of the Glen Oaks Methodist Church. In the 1970s, Iris joined Highland Park United Methodist Church in Dallas and most currently member of Providence United Methodist Church in Charlotte.

Iris was one of 13 children and is survived by her older sister, Aline Littlepage of Sherman, Texas.  A devoted mother to daughter Sally Ann Wyman Trew and son William Claton Wyman, Jr. , six grandchildren and 7 great grand children. Iris was preceded in death by her husband of over 40 years, William Claton Wyman.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Providence United Methodist Church, 11am Wednesday, October 26, 2011. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to: The Supplemental Assistance Fund at Aldersgate Retirement Community, 3800 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina 28215.

Linda Plemmons

Linda Whitley Plemmons, age 63, of Charlotte passed away peacefully in the arms of her family at the Levine Dixon Hospice House on Saturday, October 22, 2011. She is survived by her spouse, Charles Plemmons, her daughter, Emily Kennedy and her parents, John and Loraine Whitley. A celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, October 27, 2011, at Hopewell Presbyterian Church. The family will receive friends at 10:00AM and service will follow at 11:00AM. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in her honor to Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region, 1420 East Seventh St., Charlotte, NC, 28204 or Smile Train, PO Box 96231, Washington, D.C. 20090. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of The Blumenthal Cancer Center and The Levine Dixon Hospice House for the compassion and care they gave to Linda and her family.

Lloyd George

Mr. George, of Belmont, died October 20, 2011 at House of Mercy in Belmont, NC.  A private service is being scheduled for the family.

Barbara Syring

Mrs. Syring, of Charlotte, died October 18, 2011 with her family by her side.  A private service is being scheduled for the family.

Clara Knaub-Agresti

Mrs. Knaub-Agresti died October 15, 2011 at The Laurels in Pineville.  A graveside service was held at Lincoln Memorial at Lincoln, NE.

Sumner Cameron Andrews

1928 - 2011
Sumner Cameron Andrews of Charlotte, NC passed away on Wednesday October 12, 2011 at Liberty nursing home and rehabilitation center. He was born on June 30, 1928 in Phillipsburg, NJ, the son of Sumner Cameron Andrews, Sr. and Marion Kinsman Andrews. Sumner graduated from Lafayette College in 1949. He joined the navy as an officer and served for 6 years as an aircraft carrier pilot.
Sumner had an illustrious career in medical sales. He retired from the Weck Company at age 62 to enjoy spending time and travelling with his wife.
Surviving is his beloved wife of 21 years Anne. Children, son Mark S. Andrews and wife Pat, daughter Cynthia Stout and husband Steve. Daughter Lisa Andrews and step children Andrew and Elaine Burgin. He leaves eleven grand children and three great grand children.
Sumner was a wonderful loving family man and he will be missed by his family and many friends.
The family would like to thank Presbyterian Hospice and the staff at Liberty Nursing Center.
A celebration of Sumner's life will be held on Monday October 17, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church on Providence Rd. Charlotte, NC 28207.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to the Loch Norman Highland Games 4431 Neck Rd. Huntersville, NC 28078-8342.

Marion Jennings Roberts

'Mimi' 'Dot'
Passed away on Monday, October 10, 2011. She was born on June 11, 1938 in Charlotte, North Carolina where she remained to raise her family. She is survived by her husband, Frederick Roberts, Sr. of the home, her daughter, Vonnie Allen (Roger) of Midland, NC, and her son, Phillip Roberts (Marie) of Mint Hill, NC. She left behind (5) grand-children, Roger, Jr., and Cameron Allen of Midland, NC, Phillip Roberts, Jr., of Concord, NC and Sarah Roberts of Mint Hill, NC and Jordan Roberts of Mint Hill, NC. She also leaves (2) great-grandchildren, Nic and Brooklyn Allen of Midland, NC. She is also survived by her youngest sister, Phyllis Moore (Leroy) of Spartanburg, SC. She has (19) nieces and nephews and a host of other family. Marion is preceded in death by her mother, Margaret "Honey" Reed and her step-father, Ralph Reed and a son Frederick "Ric" Roberts, Jr.
Marion Roberts worked in the home raising her (3) children as well as numerous foster children. Marion loved to dance and enjoy time with her many friends. She was an active member of Golden Acre Baptist Church in Indian Trail. Along with her love of the Lord, she had a special love for her church family.
The Roberts family would like to extend a special thanks to the nurses and many caregivers at Lake Park Nursing and Rehabilitation in Indian Trail, NC. They made this very difficult time a little more comfortable for both Marion and our family.
Family and Friend visitation was held at Golden Acre Baptist Church (15809 Lawyers Road) at 12 noon until 1:00pm on Saturday, October 15th, 2011. The service  immediately followed at 1:00pm followed by a brief graveside at Sunset Memory Gardens in Mint Hill, NC. TH Robertson Funeral & Cremation of Pineville, NC will be serving the family. All flowers can be sent to TH Robertson Funeral & Cremation. Any donations can be made in Ms. Roberts' name at the American Kidney Foundation or the American Diabetes Association .

Scott Alan Moses

Mr. Moses, 53, of Charlotte passed away October 10, 2011 at Levine & Dickson Hospice House after a year-long battle with brain cancer. Born in Ashtabula, Ohio, he was the son of Beth and Richard Goodman of Charlotte and the late Gordon G. Moses.
Scott was a graduate of Independence High School and was employed in the printing industry, most recently as Prepress Manager with Platinum Press.
In addition to his mother, survivors are sons Gregory A. Moses of New Milford, CT, Corey A. Moses of Pageland, SC, and Kevin S. Moses; stepsons Austin Jecca of Myrtle Beach, SC and Dallas Jecca of Charlotte; and sister Vickie M. Wallace (Victor) of Salisbury. Thanks to Joyce Moore and Lori Funderburk for their love and support.
A private memorial service was  held by the family at Sunset Memory Garden. The family would like to thank the staffs of Hospice Charlotte and Levine & Dickson Hospice House for their care and compassion.
Memorials may be sent to Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte, 1420 E. Seventh St., Charlotte, NC 28204 or donor's choice.

Emily Dunlap Laxton Smith

Mrs. Smith, of Charlotte, died at her home at The Cypress on October 9, 2011. Born March 27, l9l9 in Turnersburg, North Carolina, Mrs. Smith was the daughter of Lois Steele and Maurice Crawford Dunlap. She was predeceased by her husband, George R. Smith, Sr., and her brother, Robert S. Dunlap.
A graduate of Central High School, Mrs. Smith attended Queens College where she was a member of Kappa Delta sorority.
Survivors include her daughters, Jacquelyn D. Baker of Charlotte and Mrs. Peggy B. Shuford and husband, Pope, of Hickory; step-daughter, Dorothy Smith Dailey and husband, Michael, of Hillsborough; step-son George R. Smith, Jr. of Ocean Isle; six grandchildren, Duncan Morton III and wife, Kristen, of Sun Valley, Idaho; R. Peck Morton and wife, Erin, of Atlanta, Georgia; Emily Morton Barrett and husband, James, of Seattle, Washington; James B. Shuford and wife, Josie; and Stephen P. Shuford and wife, Parker, of Charlotte; Dorothy Shuford Lanier and husband, Cliff, of Bedford, New York; and five step-grandchildren, George R. Smith III, John Bryan Smith, Christian Walker Smith, Molly Smith Nye, and Shepard Renn Smith; and twenty-one great-grandchildren.
A private memorial service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Smith will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be sent to Myers Park Presbyterian Church, Black Mountain Home for Children, 80 Lake Eden Road, Black Mountain, NC 28711; The Charlotte Community Health Clinic, 6900 Farmindale Drive, Charlotte, NC 28212; Hospice and Palliative Care, 1420 E. 7th Street, 28204.

Mary Higgins Gibbons

Mrs. Gibbons died October 3, 2011 at Presbyterian Hospital.  A funeral service was held 10:00 a.m. at St. Gabriel Catholic Church.  The family received friends one hour prior to the service.  Interment was held at Forest Lawn East Cemetery following the service.

Milton Russell Miller

Mr. Miller, of Charlotte, died September 29, 2011 at CMC-Mercy.  Services will be privately held.

Ora Maria Parham Whitney

Ora Maria Parham Whitney, of Davidson, a gracious and loving woman passed away at Levine and Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville, NC, Friday, September 23, 2011 after a brief illness. 

Ora was born in Oxford, NC, June 5, 1922, the daughter of William Pettigrew Parham and Sarah Williams Houghtaling Parham. She attended Henderson Business School and after graduation moved to Lumberton, NC, to work as deputy clerk of court in the Robeson County Courthouse. 

In 1949, she married Kenneth Whitney of South Orange, NJ at Trinity Episcopal Church in Lumberton. After having their son, William, her family moved to Lancaster, PA., where their daughter, Sally was born. Ora and her husband Whit lived and enjoyed Lancaster as their home for 43 years. In 1994, they moved to The Pines in Davidson, NC. 

Ora, always a spiritual woman, said she was a Cradle Episcopalian and served her church well throughout her lifetime. She and her husband were founding members of St. Thomas Episcopal Church and actively assisted founding St. Edwards Episcopal Church, both in Lancaster. Active in her Parish, Diocese and on the National Level, she was elected to the Standing Committee in the Diocese of Central PA. She represented the Women of the Diocese at the General Convention in Minneapolis, and belonged to the National Cathedral Association, becoming the representative to her Diocese. In her Community, she served for many years on the Board of the Lancaster Hearing Conservation Association and was a long term member of DAR in both PA and NC. Through her husbands affiliation, Ora met and loved many Rotary friends and supported the Rotary Foundation. Ora was also an avid golfer, into her early 80s.

Ora was a member of St. Albans Episcopal Church in Davidson. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth (Whit); by her son William (Bill), his wife Laura, and their daughter Rachael, of Arlington, MA, by her daughter Sally, of Mooresville, NC. One of nine children, she is survived by her younger brother Pete Parham of Oriental, NC. The family appreciates the loving support of Kathy Mulligan, Susan Echterling, the staff at St. Albans, Presbyterian Hospital Huntersville and Levine and Dickson Hospice House during this difficult time.

Memorial services will be held at St. Albans Episcopal Church, in Davidson, NC with The Rev. Elizabeth Marie Melchionna presiding on Tuesday, September 27 at 1:00 followed by a reception at the parish hall.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her name may be made to the following: St. Albans Church, 301 Caldwell Lane, PO Box 970, Davidson, NC, 28036; The Pines Resident Support Fund, 400 Avinger Lane, Davidson, NC 28036 or: The Rotary Foundation, PO BOX 721, Cornelius, NC 28031.

Oras remains will be interred in the memorial garden of St. Thomas Episcopal Church, in Lancaster, PA at a date which has not yet been set.

Cordelia Blair

Mrs. Blair died at her residence on Sunday, September 18, 2011.  A funeral service was held at 12:00 p.m. Saturday September 24 at Greater Vision United Methodist Church.  Viewing was held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and burial followed the service at Gethsemane Memorial Gardens.

Mae "Mimi"Dickinson

Mimi Dickinson, 94, passed away peacefully at home in the early hours of Thursday, September 15, 2011. She was born to Slovene parents in Detroit, Michigan and as a result of World War II correspondence, married O. D. Dickinson of Dixon, MS, deceased. She raised a family in Grosse Ile, Michigan, retired to Roanoke, VA, and is survived by loving daughter Lisa, sons Craig and Mark and grandchildren Lexi and Caitlin. The family received friends at their residence, 12744 Overlook Mountain Drive, from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, 9/18. Love you always, Mom.

Helen Rodenbeck

Helen Rodenbeck, of The Cypress of Charlotte, died on Tuesday, September 13, 2011. She was born May 12, 1921 in Asheville, NC, the daughter of the late Dr. Maxwell Ellis Hoffman and Jeanette Johnson Hoffman. She was married to her late husband Frederick Ludwig Rodenbeck Jr. on March 10, 1946, and they celebrated 62 years together. They lived a short time in Washington DC, then lived in Asheville for 17 years and in Charlotte for 42 years.

Mrs. Rodenbeck was a graduate of Lee Edwards High School and studied at Converse College and Cecil Business College. During World War II she worked at Morrison Air Field in Palm Beach, FL where she met her husband Fred. Throughout her life, she was an avid reader, loved dancing, and cherished her family and her friendships. In addition, she loved to play bridge and had a passion for studying and acquiring antiques. In both Asheville and Charlotte, Mrs. Rodenbeck was a devoted member of her Sunday School classes and United Methodist Women’s Circles as well as the Legal Auxiliary.

Mrs. Rodenbeck is survived by her two sons, Dr. Fred Rodenbeck of Highlands and William Rodenbeck of Atlanta, Georgia; their wives, Martha and Julia; six grandchildren, Christy, Rick, Chris, Andy, Brian and Dorothy; and five great grandchildren, Madison, Seth, Molly, Will and Reed. Mrs. Rodenbeck was preceded in death by older brothers Dr. Bryon Hoffman, Dr. Milo Hoffman, Dr. Bobby Hoffman and Boyce Hoffman.

A memorial service with reception following was held at Providence United Methodist Church, 2910 Providence Road at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 24, 2011. Members of the Christian Home Sunday School Class will be honorary pall-bearers. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care, Charlotte Region, 1420 East Seventh Street, Charlotte, NC 28204 and Providence United Methodist Church, 2810 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC 28211.

The family extends sincere gratitude to friends and staff of The Stewart Health Center of The Cypress for their kindness and compassion.

Barbara Andrews White

Mrs. Barbara A. White, born August 18, 1939 of Concord, NC passed away Monday, September 12, 2011 at Carolinas Medical Center- Mercy after a long illness. She is preceded in death by her husband, William E. White. She will be missed greatly by her sister, Shirley Campbell of Tuscaloosa, AL; daughter, Gayle Dover and her husband Trent Land of York, SC; son, Lee White and his wife Martha Neaves of Elkin, NC.

She was a loving grandmother to Jessica, Joy Lynne, Aaron, Emma, Adrian, and Gillian and great-grandmother to Connor and Carson. In 2004, Barbara retired from Willamette Industries/Weyerhaeuser to enjoy gardening, reading, traveling and spending time with her grandchildren and great children. While health issues may have weakened her physically, it did not dampen her resolve to keep enjoying life. A memorial service to celebrate her life was held 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 17 at the Matthews Historic Cemetery on Pleasant Hill Drive in Matthews, NC, with visitation prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Barbara's name to Lifeshare of the Carolinas, 5000 D Airport Center Parkway Charlotte, NC 28208.

Walter Koernert

Mr. Koernert died September 5, 2011 at his residence.  Services were privately held for the family.

Anthony Conte

Mr. Conte died