Heritage Funeral Home - Weddington

Blanche Reddick Lambert, 91, passed away peacefully in her home with family by her side on September 16 after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. She was born in Guilford County on January 8, 1932. Blanche met her husband on a blind date and recently celebrated 73 years of marriage to Roy Durham Lambert on July 22, 2023. She was employed at Goody's Mfg and Northside Bowling Lanes in Winston-Salem but her favorite role was being a wife and mother of her two children. Blanche was an active member of the Methodist Church her entire adult life, most recently New Hope Methodist Church in Winston-Salem, N.C. She loved being with her many friends and was an active bowler, golfer and...

Gary graduated in 1962 from James Wood High School where he played football for the Colonels. After high school, he attended Shenandoah University in Winchester. Gary worked most of his adult life as a salesman in the flexible packaging industry for St. Regis Paper Company and Paramount Packaging in the Southeast USA. His many interests included art, nature, animals, classic cars, antiques, and history, and he was able to trace his genealogy on both sides of his family back to the 1600's. He enjoyed training English Pointers and loved many dogs, cats, and horses throughout his life. Gary was the Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 99 and Advisor to Explorer Post 99 at Weddington Methodist for...

Phillip M. Getzen, Lieutenant Colonel, USAF (Ret.), passed away peacefully at home on September 9, 2023. Born in Columbia, SC on February 28, 1948, he graduated from Lower Richand High School and attended Clemson University before transferring to the University of South Carolina where he graduated with a bachelor's degree. He thereafter earned a master's degree from the Air Force Institute of Technology in Dayton, Ohio. Colonel Getzen's career in the military began in the US Navy where he served on the submarines, USS Lafayette and USS Sandlance, as a nuclear reactor operator. Following graduation from USC, his distinguished military career continued in the US Air Force in computer...

Faye Grayson Smith passed away on September 5, 2023 after a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late Edgar Grayson and Lois Bennett Grayson. She was born in Adairville KY and graduated from Adairville High School in 1962. She then attended Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green KY. It was there that she met the love of her life, William Nicholas "Nick" Smith Jr and they married on February 2 1964 and had 2 children. Nick's job with Holiday Inn moved them several times until they settled in Newport News VA in 1972 where they called home for the next 33 years. She took great pride in raising her children and being a wonderful wife. Once her children were grown and Nick retired...

Phyllis Lee Martineau, nee Duncan, 88, passed away August 26, 2023 in Matthews, NC. She was born February 28, 1935 in Chicago, daughter of the late Verna Smith and step daughter of the late Herbert Smith.Phyllis grew up in Chicago. She worked for the Fred R. Jones Agency, and was the first woman to sell time on the radio in Chicago. It was there that she met her beloved husband of 61 years, the late Geoffrey Looman Martineau. They lived in the Chicago area and Atherton, CA. Phyllis was Human Resources Manager for I. Magnin and Bonwit Teller. They retired to Matthews 20 years ago and were members of Sardis Presbyterian Church. A loving mother and grandmother, Phyllis enjoyed spending time...

Frank (Francis) Pitts, 86, passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023 after an extended illness. Frank was born on September 20, 1936 in Greenville, SC. After graduating Clemson University, Frank worked in various roles at Milliken, Pfizer, and General Tire before owning a number of businesses spanning textiles, asset planning, and flipping houses. He loved his BBQ, enjoyed working in the yard, golfing, fishing, traveling, and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years Mary Anne and his son, David. He is survived by his partner of 10 years Lilo Voelkers; sons Jeff and wife Melissa, Randy and partner Hector; daughter-in-law Nancy; and his grandchildren...

On July 11, 2023 Barbara Jean Jones, pre-deceased by her parents Sula Mae Passmore and J. R. Jones, passed away peacefully at the age of 80 after having several devastating strokes over the past year. Her family is so very grateful for the time they were able to share with her while she so bravely fought to regain her strength and function. Barbara is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Toni and Steve Scharpnick, daughter and son-in-law Dana and Donnie James, her grandson and his wife Brendan and Lydia Skaggs, grandsons Joshua Paxton and Noah Kaplan, granddaughters Hannah Kaplan and Ellie Scharpnick, three great-grandchildren Brendan Skaggs, Jonathan Skaggs, and Lula-Grace Skaggs, Aunt...

On July 11, 2023 Barbara Jean Jones, pre-deceased by her parents Sula Mae Passmore and J. R. Jones, passed away peacefully at the age of 80 after having several devastating strokes over the past year. Her family is so very grateful for the time they were able to share with her while she so bravely fought to regain her strength and function. Barbara is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Toni and Steve Scharpnick, daughter and son-in-law Dana and Donnie James, her grandson and his wife Brendan and Lydia Skaggs, grandsons Joshua Paxton and Noah Kaplan, granddaughters Hannah Kaplan and Ellie Scharpnick, three great-grandchildren Brendan Skaggs, Jonathan Skaggs, and Lula-Grace Skaggs, Aunt...

Barbara (Brown) Lyons, 91, of Charlotte, NC, formerly of South Charleston, WV, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on May 15, 2023. Barbara was born in Elyria, Ohio on March 30, 1932 to the late Fred and Lucille Brown. She was the youngest of three children. Barbara was a 1954 graduate of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. She married James A. Lyons on June 13, 1953. Barbara was a teacher for several years, as well as, a Sunday school teacher and church choir member. She was also a homemaker who enjoyed baking, traveling, and spending time with family. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Barbara will be deeply missed by family and...

Barbara (Brown) Lyons, 91, of Charlotte, NC, formerly of South Charleston, WV, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on May 15, 2023. Barbara was born in Elyria, Ohio on March 30, 1932 to the late Fred and Lucille Brown. She was the youngest of three children. Barbara was a 1954 graduate of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. She married James A. Lyons on June 13, 1953. Barbara was a teacher for several years, as well as, a Sunday school teacher and church choir member. She was also a homemaker who enjoyed baking, traveling, and spending time with family. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Barbara will be deeply missed by family and friends....

Barbara (Brown) Lyons, 91, of Charlotte, NC, formerly of South Charleston, WV, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on May 15, 2023. Barbara was born in Elyria, Ohio on March 30, 1932 to the late Fred and Lucille Brown. She was the youngest of three children. Barbara was a 1954 graduate of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. She married James A. Lyons on June 13, 1953. Barbara was a teacher for several years, as well as, a Sunday school teacher and church choir member. She was also a homemaker who enjoyed baking, traveling, and spending time with family. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Barbara will be deeply missed by family and friends....

Mauro Thomas Messina, aged 54, of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away on May 1, 2023, following an 18-month long battle with Glioblastoma. He was born in Mecklenburg County on February 9, 1969, to Mary Ellen Thomas and the late Louis Joseph Messina. Mauro leaves behind his bride, Shelli Stoker; children Patrick Messina and Holland (Matt) Sebring; sisters Anna Messina and Marian (Pete) Bivona; brother, Vincent (Toni) Messina; mother, Mary Ellen Thomas; grandchildren Hunter and Luke; nieces and nephews Trey, Sophia, Cohen, and Maggie; and "bonus" sons Bennett and Adam. Aptly called Grumps and Uncle Blobfish, Mauro was a contrarian, but he was also kind and tender-hearted - especially when it...

Judy K. Withers Lewis, 74, of Charlotte passed away at home on April 18, 2023, after a brief illness. She was the daughter of D. O. (Bub) and Helen Nivens Withers. She grew up in Gastonia and graduated from Hunter Huss High School in 1966. She attended UNC-Chapel Hill and Queens College. Judy had a successful 30 year career with Southern Bell, BellSouth and American Bell. She began as an Operator and ended her career as Supervisor in ICS and retired in 1996. Retirement did not end her work ethic as she worked in real estate and home building with Harrington-Dowd and MacNeil Homes in Charlotte. In her spare time, she worked election campaigns for Sue Myrick, former congresswoman...

Bernard E. "Bernie" Gustina, 84 of Fort Mill, South Carolina passed away April 6, 2023 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Bernie was born in Buffalo New York on March 5, 1939 to the late Francis J and Mary Scanlon Gustina. He attended Christ the King Elementary, Canisius High School in Buffalo, New York and a graduate of St. Bonaventure University in St. Bonaventure, New York. In 1962 Bernie joined the US Army as Captain and served until 1964. He was a faithful Roman Catholic and was married to his wife, Patricia Keaty Gustina for 56 years. Bernie retired from Moore Research Center as Manager of Technology Planning, in his spare time he enjoyed Model Railroads, playing Bocce and was a member...

James Leo Luraghi formerly of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania passed away on January 15, 2023 with family by his side. At age 88 years old, James, affectionately known as "Jim," leaves behind a legacy of love, dedication to family, strong work ethic and a zest for life. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Genevieve Luraghi and their two children, Jennifer Frontera and husband Tony, and James L Luraghi II and wife Rubi; six grandchildren, Gabrielle and husband Brian, Francesca and husband Josh, Dante, Leonardo, Sebastian and Sofia and three great-grand daughters, Delaney, Eloise and Charlotte. Jim was born on April 11, 1935 to Phillip Luraghi and Marie Fenton in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania. He...

Lancaster, SC - Mr. Wade Leon Davis (Leon), 85, of Lancaster, SC, died peacefully Monday, December 19, 2022, at his home, surrounded by loved ones. Leon was born April 15, 1937, in Lexington, NC, to the late Wade H. Davis and Patti Lee (Moore-Biggers) Davis. He grew up in Mount Airy, NC, with his younger brother, Reginald Davis. Charlotte, NC was Leon's home for many years. Recently, he and Ann moved to Lancaster, SC. During Leon's senior year at Mount Airy High School, he received an appointment to the United States Naval Academy (Annapolis, MD) from then NC Senator Kerr Scott. In 1959, Leon graduated from the USNA with a BS, was commissioned as an Ensign, and received his first...

William Louis Lombardo Jr. of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away peacefully on Friday November 25, 2022, with his family by his side, he was 85 years old. Bill is survived by his wife of 65 years Rita M. (Chabot) Lombardo. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, he was the son of the late William and Assunta (Manera) Lombardo. A private service will be celebrated on Thursday December 1, 2022, at the Heritage Funeral and Cremations Services Chapel, 3700 Forest Lawn Drive, Matthews, NC 28104. Online condolences can be made at www.heritagecares.com

June 11, 1937 - November 25, 2022 William Louis Lombardo Jr. of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away peacefully on Friday November 25, 2022, with his family by his side, he was 85 years old. Bill is survived by his wife of 65 years Rita M. (Chabot) Lombardo. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, he was the son of the late William and Assunta (Manera) Lombardo. Bill grew up in Providence and attended La Salle (High School) Academy. Upon graduation attended the University of Connecticut majoring in history. He was a member of the UConn swim team where he competed at a very high level. As a young man he was a lifeguard at Beach Pond in Exeter, RI where he met his adoring wife, Rita. As a...

Nancy Anna Keck passed away peacefully at the age of 86, after living many years with Alzheimer's Disease, with her family by her side and her favorite hymns playing, on October 10th. She is preceded in death by her parents Frances and Russell Sinclair, her brothers Bob and Howard, her son Bob, her first husband Howard Douglass, and her second husband Ralph Keck, along with many other beloved family and friends. She is survived by her son Mark A. (Dawn) Douglass, daughter Kathy K (Chad) Jacobsen and grandchildren Russell, Anna, Lucas, Madeline, Olivia, and Thomas. Nancy was a lifelong member of Greentown United Methodist Church and their choir. Nancy was a beloved member of the Order of The...

Robert was born March 11, 1941 at old Roper Hospital in Charleston, SC, son of the late Ralph Davis and Anna Lee Glover Davis. He was predeceased by his unnamed infant sister and his brother Ralph Davis, Jr. Robert graduated from St. Andrews University and earned his Master's Degree from The Citadel. He taught history at St. Johns High School where he himself had graduated. The St. Johns Class of 1959, only 23 members, kept up with each other. Many of them gathered at a house party reunion in 2019. Robert was a lifelong Presbyterian. He owned his own businesses, including a shrimp boat and a pipe and tobacco shop. He loved history and had a sizeable collection of Civil War books. ...