Obituaries

Mar 31, 2019

Ms. Teresa Tebby Watkins , 58 of Charlotte, passed away on Sunday March 31, 2019 at Levine & Dickson-Aldersgate.  She was born on August 28, 1960 in Rockingham, NC.  She is the daughter of David Watkins Sr., and Sally Evans and stepdaughter to Annette Watkins.

She attended Richmond Senior High School.  Teresa later married Lamont Sigler and...

Mar 31, 2019

Ms. Ethel Augusta Dunbar Knuckles Wah, 91 of Charlotte, passed away on Sunday March 31, 2019 at Saturn Nursing Home.  She was born September 1, 1928 in Monrovia, Liberia to George Agustus Dunbar and Emmie Marion Payne Harmon.  Ethel was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

In 1959, she was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses...

Mar 29, 2019

Mr. Marsheen Reon Robinson, 34 of Charlotte, passed away on Friday March 29, 2019.   He was born on February 19, 1985 in Charlotte, NC. He was the youngest child of Mable Robinson and Marsheen Patterson.

Marsheen attended CMS schools, he went on to eventually obtain his GED.  He played basketball and competed on a team winning a...

Mar 26, 2019

Mr. William Clinton Evans, 88 of Charlotte, passed away on March 26, 2019 at CMC-Main.  He was born August 20, 1930.

He retired from Mouzon United Methodist Church as a custodian after forty years of service.  He attended El Bethel Methodist Church as his place of worship.  He really loved the Lord faithfully.  His hobbies were fishing...

Mar 24, 2019

Mr. Charles Nakia Yasharo  Winchester, 43 of Charlotte, passed away on Sunday March 24, 2019 at Carolina Medical Center-Northeast.  He was born to Norvella and Charlie Winchester on April 4, 1975 in Charlotte, NC.  He graduated from Sandhills Community College obtaining many achievements and certificates along the way.

Comprised of so many different personalities, he was loved...

Mar 22, 2019

Deacon Emeritus Bill F. Lowe was born April 25, 1934, in Mooresville, NC to the late Clara B. Lowe and Charlie R. Lowe.  God whispered in his ear at 3:00 p.m. on March 22 and said, "My son, it's time to come home.  You have completed your work on earth."

Bill graduated from Dunbar High School in...

Mar 20, 2019

Delores (Simpkins) Steward was born on January 20, 1932 in Edgefield, SC. She was one of ten children born to the late Mack and Susie Simpkins, Sr.  Her primary education was completed in the school of Edgefield, SC.

At an early age Lois, as she was affectionately called by family and friends, confessed Christ as her personal...

Mar 19, 2019

Mr. Telford Sol Brown (TA), 70  was born April 7, 1948 in Pike County, Georgia from the union of Levi Brown and Della Jeter.  He departed his earthly life on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at Atrium Health-Main.

Telford is preceded in death by his parents and 13 siblings.

Telford graduated from West Charlotte Senior High...

Mar 19, 2019

Ms. Era Leticia Woods, 74 of Charlotte, passed away on Tuesday March 19, 2019 at Novant Health-Presbyterian.  She was born August 25, 1944 in Chicago, Illinois.  Her mother & father were: Edna "DAISY" Green-Williams September 20, 1907 of Alexandria, Louisiana & Shannon Lewis Collins Sept. 20, 1905 of Birmingham, Alabama.  Both Parents Preceded Her in Death.

Era...

Mar 19, 2019

Ms. Belonia Valicia Davis Johnson, 42 of Charlotte, passed away on Tuesday March 19, 2019 at Atrium Health-Mercy.

Mar 19, 2019

Mr. Harry Lee Burch, 73 of Charlotte, passed away on Tuesday March 19, 2019.   He was the son of the late Banner Burch and Geneva Burch.  He was born on June 23, 1945 in Gaston County, NC.

Harry attended Reid High School in Belmont, NC; he went as far as the 11th grade.

He worked...

Mar 18, 2019

On Monday, March 18, 2019, Jesse Lewis Holden, affectionately known as "DUKE" departed this earth to his heavenly home.  His life here on earth ended a new life with God began, and his suffering was no more.  He is now were there is eternal peace, happiness and no more sorrow.

"Duke", "Daddy Duke", or "Uncle Duke", as...

Mar 17, 2019

Ms. Catherine Taylor Steele, 69 of Charlotte, passed away on Sunday March 17, 2019 at Levine & Dickson Hospice, Aldersgate.  She was born August 15, 1949 to the late Mr. Herman O. Taylor and Mrs. Grace Taylor.

Catherine was affectionately known as "Cat" to relatives and friends.  During her prosperous life, she graduated from West Charlotte High...

Mar 16, 2019

Ms. Mary Todd White, 82 of Charlotte, passed away on Saturday March 16, 2019 at her residence.

Mar 14, 2019

Mr. Bobbie Matthew Simpson, 85 of Charlotte, transitioned to eternal life after a short illness on Thursday March 14, 2019 at Atrium Health-Mercy.  He was born to the late Matthew and Matttie Simpson on February 8, 1934.

Bobbie received his formal education in the Mecklenburg County School System.  He attended Alexander Street School and Second Ward High...

Mar 13, 2019

Valdouse McCoy also affectionately known as "Pop" and "Uncle Douse" by some was called home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at 11:16 p.m.  Valdouse was one of 15 born to the late Reverend Charlie McCoy and Corinthia Moore McCoy of Harnett County, Lillington NC.  He was educated in the Harnett County school system.  Upon reaching...

Mar 13, 2019

Mr. Johnnie James Watkins of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2019, at the Aldersgate's Retirement Community's Cuthbertson Village in Charlotte, N.C.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Louise Craig Watkins, his stepmother, Fannie Mabry Watkins of Winnsboro, S.C., his parents, James and Cora Watkins, his daughters, Debra W. Gerald and Dorothy A. Watkins,...

Mar 8, 2019

Mr. Gerald Jerome Ballard, 59 of Charlotte, passed away on Friday March 8, 2019.  He was born May 17, 1959 and grew up in Southside Homes.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Karen Ballard, mother, Mildred Butler Ballard and his father, Herbert Jerome Ballard.

Gerald was educated in the Charlotte Mecklenburg School...

Mar 8, 2019

Mr. Richard Carter Jr., 48 of Charlotte, passed away on Friday March 8, 2019.

Mar 7, 2019

Mr. Barry Warrez Sims, 57 of Charlotte, passed away on Thursday March 7, 2019.

Barry was born May 2, 1961 at Charlotte Memorial Hospital in Charlotte, NC to Eutha Baker Wingfield and the late Fate Sims.  He attended Marie G. Davis Elementary and Kennedy Junior High Schools.  He attended South Mecklenburg High School, but obtained his degree...