McLean Funeral Directors of Belmont

Walter Anthony "Tony" Peloso passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 13, 2022, following a courageous battle with leukemia, shortly after being in remission from Ewings Sarcoma. He was 51 years old. Born on July 16, 1970, in Alliance, Ohio, Tony was the son of Elizabeth Schubert Peloso and the late Gualtiero "Walter" Peloso. Tony graduated from the University of Akron with a BS Degree in Graphic Design. While at Akron, he was the president of Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity. Tony was a former design manager in the signage industry for almost 20 years. Most recently, he served as General Manager of Charlotte Tent and Awning. Tony loved the Carolina Panthers, Ohio State football, golfing,...

Keith E. Locke, age 75, passed into eternal rest surrounded by love on November 27, 2021. Keith is survived by his wife, Linda Casser Locke. Keith is also survived by his brother, James A. Locke, III (Susan), his nieces Kerry Locke Bedard (David) and Wendy L. Garrity (Dave) and their families, his nephew James A. Locke, IV, his mother-in-law Carolyn L. Casser, aunts, an uncle, cousins and cousins-in-law, three godchildren and their families, and many dear friends. Born on October 29, 1946, in East Liverpool, OH, Keith was predeceased by his parents, James A. Locke, Jr., and Margaret H. Locke, who were community leaders and owners of James Locke Jewelers in East Liverpool, which was a...

Lee Harmon Biddix, 31, passed away October 5, 2021. He was born November 9, 1989 in Gaston County, son of Jane Hines Biddix and the late Benny Lee Biddix. Lee was a member of South Point High School Class of 2008 and First United Methodist Church of Belmont. He was an outstanding high school athlete excelling in soccer and tennis, achieving a Top 10 State USTA ranking. He was currently enrolled at CPCC pursuing a degree in accounting. Lee's infectious smile, lighting his face, engaged those around him revealing the warmth, depth, and intelligence behind it. Lee loved his family, enjoying family camping trips in Charleston, holidays, golf, art, and most recently adoring his nephews. Lee's...

James "Emory" Vandiver, 61 passed away Tuesday, September 7, 2021. He is the son of Alexandra Sammons Coleman and the late James E. Vandiver. Emory was the owner of Catawba River Antique Mall and co-owner of Majestic Mill Weddings. He was a loving husband, father and son. Family meant everything to Emory. He was a faithful God-loving man. He was a truth teller, thoughtful and caring person. Emory was inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame at Christ Church, Greenville, SC. He was an avid softball player, golfer, reader and NASCAR fan. Emory loved to travel and shop.He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. He leaves behind to cherish his memories, his loving wife, CJ Vandiver;...

Mrs. Mary Kathryn "Katie" Sparrow Hedrick, 35, of Charlotte, NC succumbed to a brief but courageous battle with cancer on September 5, 2021 at Atrium Main, Charlotte. Daughter of Alan and Marcia Sparrow of Belmont, Katie attended Gaston County Schools, was a member of South Point High School class of 2004 where she was senior class president, member of Beta club, Honors chorus and a varsity cheerleader. Also, voted Most Popular superlative. She was the recipient of the 2004 Michael A. DeMayo scholarship winner in Essay Competition & 2004 North/South Carolina CAP Council Scholarship in Essay Contest. She was crowned 2001 Miss Teen Mecklenburg County & 2002 Teen Miss Charlotte USA. She...

Zelma Nance Edwards, 80, passed away September 1, 2021 at her home. She is the daughter of the late Walter Nance and Vergie Little Nance. Zelma was married to the love of her life, Allan Edwards, for 58 1/2 years. She enjoyed being with her family and friends, traveling with her husband and printing Christian T-Shirts through their business A-Z Christian T's. Her favorite things to do were sharing the love of Jesus through her crocheting, sending her hand-written cards to everyone she met. Leaving behind to cherish her memories are her loving husband, Allan Edwards, Sr.; son, Roger Edwards, Jr. and wife, Candace; twin sister, June Nance Keathley; grandchildren, Dexter Abee and wife,...

Terrance (Terry) Gale Dunigan passed away on Thursday, August 26th, 2021, at the age of 76 in Clover, South Carolina. Terry was born in Ionia, MI, on February 24th, 1945, son of the late Gerry and Navene Dunigan and brother of the late Roger Dunigan, whom he loved dearly. He is survived by his beloved wife, Mary Dunigan, of nearly 50 years; his son Casey Dunigan and daughter-in-law Paige; and his cherished granddaughter Claire, who embodies his love of life and laughter. Terry is also survived by his loving sisters Patricia Purtill, Konnie O'Keeffe, and Chris Pool, along with nieces and nephews who all meant the world to him. As a spirited, fun-loving child, Terry took turns getting...

Martha Cook, 70, passed away August 26, 2021 at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center. She was born January 27, 1951 in Charlotte, NC a daughter of the late Jack and Madge McCall. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 40 years John Alexander Cook; sisters Beverly McCall and Tip Overcash. Martha has been a loyal part of Piedmont Plastics for 44 years and is affectionately known as "Ms. Piedmont". She loved spending time at Surfside Beach with her family and all of the cooking that came with it. She will be missed deeply by her children Stephanie Lynn Cook and James Cook of Charlotte; sister Diane Rhinehardt (Coy) of Kannapolis; sister Bobbie Jane Faw (Terry) of Smyrna,...

Edward Brittain ("Ed") Stokes grew up in Charlotte in a home filled with music: hymns, big band albums, and an endless stack of rock & soul 45s. With the release of "Will the Circle be Unbroken", he instantly became a devoted bluegrass fan and banjo picker. This led to starting a series of bluegrass bands in which he played, sang, and performed many original songs. Ed was deeply involved in his community, would do anything for his family, and was known to reply to loved ones' self-doubt with, 'Just do it'. At the age of 17 he began dating his soulmate, Rosanna (Williamson) Stokes. They were married in 1979, shortly before he graduated from UNC Charlotte with engineering degrees. In...

Milton Lynch Walker, 98, passed away August 12, 2021 at his home. He was born July 14, 1923 in Charlotte, North Carolina, a son of the late Lester William and Lela Lynch Walker. He was preceded in death by is loving wife of 65 years June Moore Walker; brother William H. Walker. Milton was a lifetime member of Berryhill Baptist Church. He was a woodworker, enjoyed gardening and was an all around handyman. Milton was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother. He will be greatly missed by his daughters Brenda W. Shore and husband Ric of Carolina Beach, NC, Beckie W. Lakey and husband Gene of Charlotte; sister Ruby W. Potts of Charlotte; grandchildren Christa...

John Albert Gibson, age 59, passed away August 3, 2021 at Novant Health Huntersville. He was born September 7, 1961 in Cabell County, WV, son of the late Mitchell Raymond and Roberta Hatten Gibson. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his sister Brenda Kay Rutherford and brother-in-law Steve Wilkes. John retired from US Air after working 20+ years and most recently as Mail Manager for Air General with American Airlines. In his free time, John enjoyed traveling, spending time with his family, hanging with friends, and fishing. He was a fan of all sports especially Marshall Football and Kentucky Basketball. He loved working and was an all around handyman but the dearest...

Barbara Louise Blankenship, born 9/3/58 in Charlotte, NC left us on 7/18/2021 after a short difficult illness. She was predeceased by her loving and beloved parents, Charles Blankenship and Betty Rose Taylor Blankenship. She is survived by her son, Theodore Bernard(Bernie) Blankenship, her brother, Harry(Lou Ann) Blankenship, her sisters Sylvia (Jeffrey) Stallings and Beth (Brian) McElroy, her nephews, Mitch Blankenship, Taylor Blankenship, Drew Frink, and Bert Frink, and her great nephews, Skylar Blankenship and Asher Frink. Barbara grew up in Charlotte and attended Myers Park High School. She left for an 18 year career in the US Airforce which took her to postings across the globe. Her...

Sister Mary Hugh Mauldin, 83, entered eternal life April 22, 2021 in Sacred Heart Convent, Belmont, N.C. She was a Sister of Mercy for 65 years. She was born in Honolulu, Hawaii , part of a Navy family. Her parents were Dr. Hugh Edgar Mauldin, D.D.S. and Mary Louella Fitzgerald. She earned her baccalaureate degree and master's degree in Mathematics from N.C, State University, always a competitive and loyal alumna to Carolina. She also had a master's degree in Theology from St. Bonaventure University. Mary Hugh was known as an extraordinary teacher in Math and Theology. She taught in several elementary schools staffed by the Sisters of Mercy, and made her mark in her years of teaching...

Charlotte, NC Ralph David Powell passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at the age of 81. Born on January 3, 1940 in Belmont, NC, David was the son of the late Ralph Woodrow Powell and Gertrude Lawing Powell. David served his country in the US Air Force and the US Air Force Air National Guard for 20 years. He worked as a Mechanical Technician with General Tire for 20 years. He was a member of Freedom Presbyterian Church. David loved Bluegrass music, Hunting, Fishing and working with his wife in the yard. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who will be deeply missed. In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by a brother, Tim...

Sister Mary Jerome Spradley entered eternal life on February 27, 2021 in Sacred Heart Convent, Belmont, N.C. She was 92 years old and had been a Sister of Mercy for 72 years. She was the daughter of Espy Dewitt Spradley and Ferrill Edith Poole. She was born in Stanley, NC and enjoyed claiming Gaston County as her birthplace. She graduated from the Mercy School of Nursing and shortly after realized her calling to the Catholic Church and religious life. She earned a baccalaureate and a master's degree in nursing from the Catholic University of America. She also graduated from the executive Graduate Program in Health Care from the University of South Carolina. At age 35 she was named...

Brenda Gayle Devine Johnson, age 78, passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020. She was born in Attalla, AL on August 12, 1942, a daughter of the late Jack and Maurine Devine. Gayle retired from the Charlotte Observer as a District Manager after thirty years of faithful service. She was a member of Mountain Island Community Church and enjoyed spending time with her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister and will be greatly missed by her loving husband of 59 years Jimmy Wayne Johnson of the home, children Lonnie Johnson of Lyman, SC, Shanna Durham of Stanley, Lisa McCorkle and husband Jeff of Stanley, Mike Johnson of Lyman, SC; sisters Judy Purser and husband...

Frances Johnston Auten, 92, passed away September 22, 2020. She was born June 17, 1928 in Mecklenburg County, a daughter of the late Mack and Mary Springs Johnston. In addition to her parents, Frances was preceded in death by her loving husband Charles Richard Auten; four sisters and one brother. Frances was a long-time and active member of Moores Chapel United Methodist Church where she had served as the church treasurer, was active in United Methodist Women and Extension Homemaker's Club, received numerous awards over the years and played the piano and organ for nearly seventy years. She retired from Mecklenburg County Tax Office with over twenty years of service. Left to cherish her...