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On Monday, September 20th, 2021, Patricia "Pat" Pastorek, loving wife and mother of two children, unexpectedly passed away at the age of 68. Pat was born on March 3rd, 1953 in Napoleon, OH to Don and Betty Fetter where she grew up alongside her older sister, Linda and younger brother, Tom. She graduated from the University of Toledo in 1975 and went on to a successful career at Therma-Tru Doors where she retired as CFO. Pat married Doug Pastorek (deceased) in 1978. They raised two sons in Perrysburg, Ohio - Brad (Mary) and Brent (Elizabeth) Pastorek. In May of 2016, Pat married Jim Merrill in Peoria, AZ. They recently moved to Denver, NC where they had planned to live out their years...

Richard Carlton Barnes was born in Wilson, NC on February 26, 1943. Carlton passed away at home from pulmonary fibrosis on September 18, 2021. During his illness, services were provided for him by Novant Hospice, which enabled him to remain home. Carlton was proceeded in death by his parents, Ralph Carlton Barnes and Ethelene Lucas Barnes, of Wilson, NC, and the mother of his children, Jerrilyn Vail Barnes. Carlton was a loving son, brother, husband, father and grandfather. He will be missed by all extended family and friends. Carlton graduated magna cum laude from East Carolina University with a Bachelor's degree in 1965, where he played baseball on a scholarship. Following graduation in...

Rocky McKinley Fox, 61 passed away peacefully in his sleep from natural causes at his home on Saturday, September 18th, 2021. Rocky was born on December 26, 1959 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Clifford McKinley and Buenita Jean Webster Fox. Rocky and his family moved to Florence, Kentucky in 1961. He graduated from Boone County High School in 1977. Shortly after graduation, he moved to Johnson City, Tennessee where he started his career with the airline industry. He worked part-time at United Coal Company, Appalachia Flying Service, and Piedmont Airlines. In the early nineteen eighties, he was offered a full time position with Piedmont Airlines, which brought him to Charlotte, NC. He was...

George L Hernandez, 91, (formerly of Camillus, New York) passed away on Aug, 20 after a long illness. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Helen (Foley) Hernandez and sons George M. Hernandez (formerly of Camillus, NY), Robert W Hernandez (formerly of Minoa, NY) and daughter Diane Hernandez Kinsch of Iron Station NC and brother Samuel Hernandez of South Pasadena, CA, seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his brother Herman Hernandez of Huntington, L.I., NY and sister Ruth Charron of La Jolla, CA and infant twin brothers, Herman and Hector. He was born and grew up in the Bronx, NY where his parents Santana and Consuelo had a grocery store. George...

Kevin Birmingham, of Sherrills Ford, NC, born in Red Bank, NJ, September 17, 1963, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2021. Preceded in death by his father William J. Birmingham and his brother William J. Birmingham, Jr. He is survived by his beloved daughters Hayley M. Birmingham, Claire A. Birmingham, and former spouse Joyce P. Birmingham. He is also survived by his mother Ann C. Birmingham, sisters Mary B. Long, Kelly B. Austin (Phil), and several nieces and nephews. He received a Bachelor's Degree from UNC Charlotte and a Master's from Appalachian State University. He had an established technology career in both financial and manufacturing industries. Kevin was a natural athlete...

Roberta Daniel Johnson was born July 21, 1942. She found her final peace on July 10, 2021 at Carolina Caring Hospice in Newton, NC. She grew up in Chase City, VA and was preceded in death by her parents, Robert E. Daniel, Jr., and Jeannette Hervey Daniel. Roberta graduated from the Woman's College of UNC in Greensboro in 1963 and much of her work career was as an Accountant at Greensville Correctional Institute near Emporia, VA. She retired in 2005. She and her husband moved to Denver, NC in 2005, and she spent much of her time gardening which was her great joy. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Robert W. (Bob) Johnson and their two daughters, Beth Jansen and husband Jeff and...

Ernest A Bogdahn, 91, of Denver, NC, born in Newark, NJ, April 4, 1930, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2021. Preceded in death by his parents, Margaret and August Bogdahn, and his brother-in-law, Paul Huston. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Joan (Transue) Bogdahn, his brother Frank (Lynda) and their sons Kip and Eric, sister-in-law Sandra (Transue) Huston her son Scott, and brother-in-law Ralph (Kathy) Transue, their children John and Jenny. He had a large family with many cousins, nieces and nephews, including one devoted local nephew John Horbelt. A graduate of Seton Hall University he served in the U.S. Navy from 1955 to 1961. His career included engagements as an...

William (Vic) H. Jarnagin 80, of Denver NC passed in peace on June 1, 2021. William was known as Sonny to his family. Friends and colleagues called him Vic. He retired as a Hydroelectric Operator from Duke Power after 30 years. In these 30 years, he was also a commercial farmer. After retirement, he then decided he wanted to be an electrician and tax preparer and did so. He loved God and dedicated his life to serving the Lord. He was a member of The Christian Biblical Church of God. He was passionate about God's Word and it was very important he shared his belief and teach his family. Vic's favorite pastime was golf. He played until his health would no longer allow it. He was a...

Paul William Edwards, 86, passed away on April 28, 2021.Born on September 24, 1934 in Richmond Co., NC., he was the son of the late Cleveland Hicks and Stella Mincey Edwards. He was one of 21 children. Paul was a Warehouse Manager for Lowes Home Improvements before he retired. He loved to spend time with his family and take care of God's beautiful earth on his tractor. Besides his parents, Paul was preceded in death by several of his siblings. Paul is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Mary Draughon Edwards; children Patricia Jackson of Denver, NC., Brenda Latham of Lowesville, NC., Rick Edwards of Sandy Run, SC. and Beverly Bloomfield of Concord, NC.; 8 grandchildren; 10 great...

Mark Allan Carlyle "Stretch" of Statesville, NC. passed away suddenly on April 6, 2021. Mark's gathering for family and friends will be held on Monday, April 12th between 4-6pm at the American Legion Hall at 4661 Hovis Rd in Charlotte NC. For those who would like to join in on Mark's last ride here on earth, we will be escorting him from the American Legion Hall to The Good Samaritan Funeral Home in Denver. Motorcycles will lead and cars will follow. Mark is survived by his loving wife Alice; son Chase (Jessica); mother Glenda; brother Tom (Julie); sister, Lisa; step-children; numerous grandchildren; nieces and nephews; 2 great grandchildren, Jimmy and Sissy and all of our Westside Family....

Betty Jo (Norton) Leonard, 86, of Roanoke, VA passed to her heavenly home, December 6, 2020, after a long and gallant battle with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. Betty Jo was born in Decatur, TN to the late Jake and Mary Norton. She was married for 50 years to the late Jimmy Leonard. She graduated from East Tennessee State University, in Johnson City, TN with a Bachelors degree in Education. She taught in the Johnson City, TN school system until 1969 and then the Roanoke City, VA school system until her retirement in 1996. Betty Jo loved the outdoors and was out among her beautiful flowers and plants every chance she had, always admiring the birds that she loved to watch so much. She...

Clyde James Mullis, 84, of Denver, NC. passed away on November 26, 2020. Born on January 24, 1936 in Charlotte, NC., he was the oldest child of the late Vasker R. and Jewell Furr Mullis. Clyde worked for Blythe Industries for 29 years. He was a faithful member of Denver Baptist Church. He served as an usher and active in the church's senior ministry. His love for his Lord Jesus Christ was lived everyday. Clyde was also a member of the Denver Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed gardening and sharing his harvest with family and friends. Clyde was a loving and faithful husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. He loved people and was eager to serve others. He was a kind, humble...

Ronald Edward Ulbrich II, 49, of Denver, NC. passed away on July 30, 2020. Ron was born in Erie, PA. on August 10, 1970, the beloved son of Ronald E. and Deborah (Messenger) Ulbrich of South Carolina. Besides his parents, Ron is survived by his wife, Katy (Haas) Ulbrich, his children, Deanna Ulbrich, her fiance, Justin Broudy of Dunedin, FL. and their daughter, Everly, Andrew and Madison Ulbrich of the home; his siblings, Brian Ulbrich (Shannon Hood), Patrick Ulbrich (Shannon Heers) of North Carolina and Jessica Ulbrich Frank of South Carolina. Ron is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and very very close friends. A celebration of Ron's life will take place at a later...

John Wiley Martin Sr, Denver NC Born August 14, 1933, John Wiley Martin was the last of four children born to the late James and Rosa Mae Martin. During sunrise of July 25, 2020, heaven erupted in thunderous joy and the gates opened wide as one of God's most faithful was finally home. However, it is the many years, the relationships, and the story of a life well lived between those two dates that those of us left behind will remember, celebrate, and aspire to for the rest of our days. Wiley graduated from Charlotte's Thomasboro High School in 1951. A promising basketball and baseball player, Wiley had the once in a lifetime opportunity to be drafted by the New York Giants shortly after...

Mary Susan Harrison, 84, of Charlotte, NC. passed away on May 10, 2020. A private burial was held on May 20, 2020 at Sharon Memorial Park in Charlotte. Mary was born on April 24, 1936 in Charlotte to the late Floyd and Ollie Harrison. She graduated from Central High School in 1954. She worked for the Teamster's Joint Council #9 for 22 years. Besides her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her brother, Jerry Harrison and sister Julia Ann Harrison. Those left behind to cherish her memory are her brother's children and grandchildren, friends Dede and Curtis Bennett and Ellen and Arthur Eidson and their families. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, May 2, 2021 at Unity...

Sara Yandle Berthelsen (Johnnie), 93, passed away on May 6, 2020 at her home in Sherrills Ford, NC. She was born September 5, 1926 in Charlotte, NC to the late Walker Howard Yandle and Ruby Dunn Yandle. Johnnie retired from Southern Bell after 40 years. She was married to the late Robert Christian Berthelsen for 48 happy years. She loved dancing and enjoyed spending time on the lake and at the beach. Her Sunday school class at Bethel United Methodist Church in Denver, NC held a special place in her heart. Sara is survived by stepdaughters Terry Gruber (Jeff) of Charlotte, NC; Susan Pettit (John) of Atlanta, GA; stepson Robert Christian Berthelsen, Jr. of Lawrenceville, GA; 8 grandchildren...

Ruth Selvey Hannah, age 96, of Denver, NC. passed away on April 15, 2020. Ruth was born in Charlotte, NC. on November 18, 1923. She graduated from Technical High School. Ruth was married to Paul Hannah on August 17, 1952. They were married 54 years at the time of his death in 2006. Ruth worked at the Chadbourn Hosiery Mills Inc. until her marriage. She was a stay at home mother until her girls were older and then she worked in the catalog sales for Sears. She was actively involved in her church until her health deteriorated. She loved her church family at Denver Baptist Church. Ruth is survived by her daughters, Joan Anderson (Jerry), Kathy Anderson (Bill); grandchildren Brad Barnhardt...

Lilly Jacquelene Campfield Clark, "Jackie", a resident of the Abernethy Laurels Community in Newton, NC. for the past 10 years, passed away on March 12, 2020. Born on September 6, 1935 in Rutherford, Co. NC., she was the daughter of the late Roy Webb Campfield, Sr. and Mildred Louise Nanney Campfield Jackie was a teacher by profession in the East Lincoln School District. She was a member of Westport Baptist Church in Denver, NC. In her spare time, she enjoyed cross -stitching. Jackie is survived by her loving husband of 65 years Donald Wayne Clark, Sr.; children Donald "Wayne" Clark, Jr., David Weldon Clark, Susan Bernadette Clark and Beth Jacquelene Clark Parker; 8 grandchildren and 5...

Donovan W. Kline, 88, passed away on February 20, 2020 at the Carolina Caring Hospice House in Sherrills Ford, NC. Don was born in Akron, Ohio. He was a graduate of Garfield High School and Kent State University. After serving as a cryptographer in the United States Air Force during the Korean War, Don traveled a total of 1,817,357 official miles (over 2 million miles with personal leave) as a Diplomatic Courier for the Department of State. Don served in Frankfurt, Germany, Manila, Philippines, Panama City, Panama and Washington, DC. He traveled to a total of 144 countries. From 1971 until his retirement in 1986, Don was a traffic manager at the State Department in Washington, DC. Don had...

Georgia Sue Phillips, 84, of Sherrills Ford, NC passed away peacefully at home on February 1, 2020. She was born on June 2, 1935 to Clarence and Pearl Gouge Greene and attended Bowman High School in Bakersville, NC. where she met her husband, Ken. Sue is survived by her loving and loyal husband of 66 years, Kenneth R. Phillips; her children Karen, Keith (Kim), and Wesley; her grandchildren Jacob Phillips, Leslie Urdaneta (Alex), Amy Downen (Seth), Will Phillips, Conner Phillips, and Parker Phillips and a beautiful great-granddaughter, Eva Urdaneta. She loved her family fiercely, and with all her heart as we love her. Sue was a faithful servant of Jesus Christ and served as Deacon and...

Roberta Evalyn O'Guin Andrews, 88, of Denver, NC, passed away on January 13, 2020 surrounded by her family. Born in Humphreys, TN on April 19, 1931, Roberta was the daughter of the late Elmer and Rheuby Wilkinson O'Guin. Besides her parents, Roberta was preceded in death by her husband Benjamin McKinley Andrews Jr., brothers Elmer O'Guin, Hugh O'Guin, Dean O'Guin and sister Theda O. Presson. Roberta is survived by her children Benjamin Andrews (Beth), Edward Andrews (Laura), and Sheryll A. Williams (Todd) and her grandchildren Laura (Adam), Benjamin, Kristie, Mitchell (Liana), Cole and great grandson Benjamin. Funeral Service will be at Noon on Saturday January 18, 2020 at Unity...