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Spencer Thompson

Spencer Thompson

Jan 5, 2021

Spencer Thompson, 75 of Charlotte, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Atrium Health-Cabarrus in Concord.  He was born on September 24, 1945 in Charlotte, NC.

Spencer graduated from the former York Road High School in Charlotte.  He proudly served in the U.S. Army and was recognized for his Vietnam War service and sharpshooter skills. ...

Bennie Springs

Bennie Springs

Jan 5, 2021

Mr. Bennie Alexander Springs, 88 of Charlotte, transitioned to his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Atrium Health-Main.  Bennie was born February 24, 1932 in Mecklenburg County to the late Dock and Maggie Davis Springs.  He is preceded in death by his parents, and siblings: Mary Elizabeth Springs, Joseph Springs, Albert Springs, Willie Lee Springs, Beatrice Smith,...

Christine Chamberlin

Christine Chamberlin

Jan 4, 2021

Homegoing Celebration for Christine Chamberlin

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Ms. Christine M. Chamberlin, 92 of Charlotte, passed away on Monday, January 4,...

Joseph Howard Jr.

Joseph Howard Jr.

Jan 4, 2021

Mr. Joseph C. Howard Jr., 97 of Charlotte, passed away on Monday January 4, 2021 at Saturn Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Memphis Lewis Smith

Memphis Lewis Smith

Jan 3, 2021

Mr. Memphis Lewis Smith, 64 of Charlotte, passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2021 at his residence. Memphis was born in Cowpens, South Carolina and could accomplish anything mechanical or dealing with an automobile he set his mind to do.

He was the owner of Morningside II, located in Charlotte, North Carolina, North Carolina.  He is survived...

Julian Burrell

Julian Burrell

Jan 3, 2021

Mr. Julian "Jay" Edward Burrell, 64 of Charlotte, passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2021 at Novant Health-Main.  He was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, on April 12, 1956, to the late Sybil Burrell and Julian Cox.  He graduated from Grainger High School.  He was an employee of the INX International Ink Company from 1980 until his retirement in...

Tisha Devon Kilgo

Tisha Devon Kilgo

Jan 3, 2021

Mrs. Tisha Devon Kilgo, 39 of Charlotte, passed away on Sunday January 3, 2021 at Atrium Health-Main.

Tisha Devon Kilgo born in Charlotte, NC on February 10, 1981 to the late David Miller and Lonnie Mae Wilkerson. She was the eldest child of three children. She grew up in a household with her mother and two siblings...

Veola Lightner-Bradley

Veola Lightner-Bradley

Jan 1, 2021

Ms. Veola Lightner Bradley of Charlotte, daughter of the late John Albert and Ellen Jones Lightner, was born December 24, 1950 in Rock Hill, South Carolina. She departed this life on Friday, January 1, 2021, peacefully in her home.

She was preceded in death by three sisters, Mary Ellen Lightner, Johnsie Hayes and Margaret Ratchford and one...

Mellia Wallace-Lucas

Mellia Wallace-Lucas

Jan 1, 2021

Ms. Mellia Jane Wallace-Lucas, 91 of Charlotte, departed this life on Friday, January 1, 2021 at her residence. She was born December 5, 1929 in Union County, SC to Dave and Carrie Henderson.

Mellia loved the Lord with all her heart.  She was a true living testimony who loved to sing, do word puzzles, eat snacks and...

Sylvia Davis

Sylvia Davis

Dec 31, 2020

Sylvia Williams Davis better known as "Peaches" and G.G. was born April 30, 1950. She departed this earthly home on December 31, 2020.

A native of Charlotte, she graduated from West Charlotte High School. During her adult years she attended University Baptist Church (Missionary). She was an avid cook and was last employed by Krispy Kreme. She...

Ben W Worthy Sr.

Ben W Worthy Sr.

Dec 30, 2020

Mr. Ben Worthy Sr., 81 of Charlotte, passed away on Wednesday December 30, 2020 at Atrium Health-Main.

Homegoing Celebration for Ben W. Worthy Sr.

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Ruth Inell Stokes

Ruth Inell Stokes

Dec 30, 2020

Mrs. Ruth Inell Stokes, 92 of Charlotte, entered into eternal glory on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at her residence. She was the youngest of seven children and was born on September 1, 1928 in Euatville, SC to the late Sam and Daisy Summers.

She grew up in Euatville, SC and migrated to New York at an early...

Caesar Wallace

Caesar Wallace

Dec 30, 2020

Caesar "Bear" Wallace departed his life on Wednesday Dec 30th 2020. He was born to Edward and Thelma Wallace on June 20, 1937 in Charlotte NC.

He was educated in Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools and his pride was his alma mater, West Charlotte Senior High School. "Bear" this name was fondly given to Caesar as his nickname when...

Bernard Gaston

Bernard Gaston

Dec 30, 2020

Mr. Bernard Harvey Gaston, 67 of Charlotte, passed away on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at his residence. He was born January 28, 1953 in Charlotte, NC to the late John Lee Gaston Sr. and Edna Holman Gaston.  Bernard was raised in Charlotte, North Carolina.

He received his early education in Charlotte Mecklenburg School system.  He graduated from...

Eva Mae Johnson

Eva Mae Johnson

Dec 29, 2020

Eva Mae Johnson, 87 of Charlotte, departed from this earthly life on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at Novant Health-Main Hospice.  She was born to the late Christine W. Johnson and Willie Jack Johnson on August 26, 1933 in Laurens, South Carolina.

Ms. Johnson graduated from Second Ward High School in 1952.  She was a life time member...

Dr. Hazel Cobb

Dr. Hazel Cobb

Dec 29, 2020

Dr. Hazel Bernice Cobb, 94 of Charlotte, passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at Atrium Health-Main.

Hazel was born August 9, 1926 in Westminster, South Carolina, the daughter of Bieman and Maggie Guyton Cobb.  After graduating from Seneca High School, Hazel went on to get her B.A. degree from Benedict College, her M.A. degree from Columbia...

Arthur Tucker

Arthur Tucker

Dec 29, 2020

Mr. Arthur Tucker, 79 of Charlotte, departed this earthly life on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at White Oak Manor of Charlotte. He was born on June 17, 1941 in Newberry County, South Carolina to the late George Tucker Sr. and the late Artice Hunter Tucker.

Mr. Tucker attended Newberry County, SC Schools and later attended Cleveland, OH...

Mary Ervin

Mary Ervin

Dec 28, 2020

Ms. Mary Williams Ervin, 87 of Charlotte, departed this life on Monday, December 28, 2020 at Novant Presbyterian Health-Main while surrounded by her family.  She was born in Charlotte, NC on October 20, 1933.  She was the eldest child of the late Lindsay and Katherine Williams, the wife of the late Arthur Ervin, Sr. and the daughter-in-law of the...

Vena Yearwood-Weekes

Vena Yearwood-Weekes

Dec 28, 2020

Vena Yearwood-Weekes, affectionately known as "Modsy", was a loving and devoted mother to her children, but also a mother figure and inspiration to her relatives, friends, and all who were blessed to know her due to her overwhelming generosity and kindness that had no limits.

Besides overcoming incredible obstacles and adversities in life, Modsy managed to pave...

Sandra L Wolfe

Sandra L Wolfe

Dec 27, 2020

Sandra Lucille Lee Wolfe, affectionately known as "Cille", was born March 20 th , 1952 in Charlotte, North Carolina to the late Lafayette Lee and Dorothy Ross Lee. She departed this life on Sunday, December 27 th , 2020, at Novant Health Center in Charlotte.

Although Cille was a staunch performer as a cheer leader and Band...

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