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Darrell Eric Smith, 66, of Charlotte, N.C., went to be with his Lord on November 17, 2023, following a lengthy illness with kidney disease. He was born in Salisbury, N.C., on February 7, 1957. Darrell was preceded in death by his mother, Mazelle Guyton Smith. He is survived by his son Garret Paul Smith of Fort Mill, S.C., daughter Erica Lindsay Smith of Charlotte, his father Paul Lewis Smith of York, S.C., brother Michael Lewis Smith of St. Petersburg, Fla., sister Terri Annalisa Smith Williams of Charlotte, and one grandson, Logan Smith. Darrell graduated from Independence High School in 1975 before attending University of North Carolina at Charlotte and completing a bachelor's degree in...

Raul Santa Ana peacefully passed away Friday, November 3rd, 2023, at the age of 94 surrounded by his loving family. Raul epitomized honor, respect, loyalty, friendship, and love which he freely gave to everyone he met. Raul was born on October 22, 1929, in Brownsville, Texas as the third of four siblings. He grew up as part of a large extended family and often spoke of gatherings with them, working in his father's general store, and going to the movies to see newsreels. After high school, he enlisted into the Air Force in 1948 beginning a lifetime of service to his country and his family. During his 26 years in the Air Force, he served in many different capacities and locations. He served...

Wayland Henry Cato III, age 75, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2023 in the company of his loving and devoted wife and family. Born February 22, 1948 in Charlotte, NC, Wayland was the son of Wayland Henry Cato, Jr and the late Margaret Boutt Cato. After attending Charlotte Country Day School and Camden Military Academy, he graduated from Myers Park High School in 1968 and continued his education at Central Piedmont Community College. Growing up in a large family surrounded by nature on a Charlotte farm, Wayland developed the creativity that led to his art career. Dabbling in multiple art mediums in his childhood and adolescent years, he took art lessons in the basement of the...

Wayland Henry Cato III, age 75, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2023 in the company of his loving and devoted wife and family. Born February 22, 1948 in Charlotte, NC, Wayland was the son of Wayland Henry Cato, Jr and the late Margaret Boutt Cato. After attending Charlotte Country Day School and Camden Military Academy, he graduated from Myers Park High School in 1968 and continued his education at Central Piedmont Community College. Growing up in a large family surrounded by nature on a Charlotte farm, Wayland developed the creativity that led to his art career. Dabbling in multiple art mediums in his childhood and adolescent years, he took art lessons in the basement of the...

"Sally" Sherman Abrams, Age 90, passed away on October 19, 2023 in Indian Land, South Carolina. She was born on August 6, 1933 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to the late Robert E. and Elberta B. Sherman. While living in Hot Springs, South Dakota, she met and married Phil Abrams in July of 1952. Sally retired from Cigna Insurance Company after 14 years of service. Sally enjoyed many circles of friends: Green thumb Garden Club, Bridge, TOPS, Heisey Glass, United Methodist Women and her Gourmet Group. She was the happiest being in her flower garden, making cards for family and friends or trying different recipes for others to taste. She enjoyed the Charlotte Pops and singing in the church Senior...

Anthony, 29, passed away Friday, October 13, 2023 in Charlotte, NC. Born December 01, 1993 in Seattle, Washington; he was the son of Doyle Randall Inklebarger and Gina Arico Inklebarger, younger brother to Christopher, and husband to Lauren Kukla. Following graduation from Knoxville Catholic High School, Anthony furthered his education at the University of Tennessee in Chattanooga where he earned a dual degree in Accounting and Finance. Anthony convinced his grandpa Joe to put him to work at Little Joe's Pizza at the ridiculous age of 10 years old. He dutifully showed up for a few hours each Friday working closely with his mom and his brother. Within a few years he could literally run the...

Mary Alice (McAuliff) Bellardini, aged 90, peacefully passed away on October 7th, 2023, in her home in Matthews, North Carolina. Mary Alice was born in 1933 to the late Dr. John L. McAuliff and Regina (Seubert) McAuliff and was a lifelong resident of Cortland County. Mary Alice's beloved husband of 66 years, Harry E. Bellardini, Jr., passed away in January, 2023.She was preceded in death by her brother, Charles McAuliff. Mary Alice was a graduate of St. Mary's High School in Cortland, NY and graduated from LeMoyne College. She went on to obtain a master's degree from SUNY Cortland. A devout Catholic, she was a former member of St. Margaret's parish in Homer, New York. The Honorable Mary...

Lewis Z Bailes, Jr. age 92 died Sunday, September 24, 2023 at Atrium Health Main in Charlotte, NC. Surviving are his wife of 73 years Peggy LaFoy Bailes, daughter Sandra Bailes Masterman (Mike), and sons Lewis Z. Bailes III (Michelle) and Thomas W. Bailes (Tonie). Grandchildren, Walter Douglas Bailes (Stacey), Zach Bailes (Heather), Tyler Bailes, April Masterman Baker (Jeremy), and Ashley Masterman Sawyer (David). Great Grandchildren Zelyia Bailes, Justin Baker, Alyssa Baker, Maddox Sawyer, Emma Kate Sawyer. Funeral service to celebrate Lewis's life will be held Saturday, September 30th, 2023 at 1:00 pm at McEwen Pineville Chapel, 10500 Park Road, Charlotte, NC 28210.

Fern, 99, passed away Thursday, September 21, 2023 just ten days shy of her 100th birthday. She was born October 1, 1923 in Spindale, NC to Vernon W. Yelton and Nelle Toms Yelton and was the last survivor of seven children. Fern served in the U.S. Navy working at the Navy Department in Washington, DC and was later employed at the Federal Reserve Bank. She was a member of Christ Presbyterian Church where she taught Sunday School classes for handicapped children and also volunteered for Crisis Assistance Ministries for eight years. In addition to her love for her church and her family, Fern is remembered as an avid gardener who was proclaimed as everyone's hero for continuing her yard work...

Fern, 99, passed away Thursday, September 21, 2023 just ten days shy of her 100th birthday. She was born October 1, 1923 in Spindale, NC to Vernon W. Yelton and Nelle Toms Yelton and was the last survivor of seven children. Fern served in the U.S. Navy working at the Navy Department in Washington, DC and was later employed at the Federal Reserve Bank. She was a member of Christ Presbyterian Church where she taught Sunday School classes for handicapped children and also volunteered for Crisis Assistance Ministries for eight years. In addition to her love for her church and her family, Fern is remembered as an avid gardener who was proclaimed as everyone's hero for continuing her yard work...

Robert (Buddy) Bovender, 80, was born in Winston-Salem, NC to Robert (Bud) P. Bovender and Ruby Wise Bovender. He graduated from John W. Hanes High School in Winston-Salem, NC where he excelled in football, basketball and baseball. He won the city Thom McAn award for his football play. He attended East Carolina University on a football/baseball scholarship. In 1964 he signed a professional baseball contract with the Atlanta Braves. He played two years before an eye injury cost him his peripheral vision. He spent his career in insurance with Aetna and Montgomery/Liberty Mutual insurance companies in Charlotte, NC. Buddy was a member of Cedarwood Country Club where he enjoyed 40 years of golf...

Mr. Wayne Marshall Hill, 75, went to be with his Lord Wednesday, September 6, 2023. He was a beloved brother and friend to many. Wayne was born in Charlotte, NC, son of John Walton Hill Sr and Dorothy Moore Hill. He retired from Factory Mattress Outlet in Charlotte, NC where he was top salesman for many years. He was a member of Pleasant Hill Methodist Church. He attended Indian Land School and Oakridge Military Academy. He enjoyed playing basketball on the weekends at his parents' home with his brothers, Dwayne, Don, Will and Tommy. His passions were riding horses, boating, fishing, and clamming at the family beach home in Morehead City, NC. He loved his family and they shared a lot of...

Lee was born on December 1, 1927, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, to Isadore and Anna Fogel, Russian immigrants. In 1955, he met Marlyn Sokolinski on a blind date and they were married the next year. They went on to have two daughters and four grandsons. After working in real estate for a few years, Lee decided to open his own firm, the Lee M. Fogel Co., a real estate investment and brokerage firm specializing in commercial property in the five boroughs of New York, which he ran for the entirety of his career. In retirement, Marlyn and Lee were longtime residents of Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton, Florida, where Lee was active in the community through board leadership positions. Lee...

George Phifer Houston, Jr. , 80, of Charlotte, NC., passed away Thursday, August 24, 2023, at his home, while under the loving care of his family. Born in Charlotte, January 22, 1943, he was the son of the late George Phifer Houston Sr. and Harriet Hoyle Houston. He graduated from Garinger High School, he also attended UNCC and CPCC. On September 18, 1971, he was united in marriage to the love of his life, Emily Renfroe, their love for each other is as strong as the day they met. George served in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany. He was a prominent land developer in Charlotte and surrounding areas. George lived in the family home built in 1860, in downtown Charlotte,...

DR. JANET ANN RUFFIN-ATWOOD, Our precious and beloved, Dr. Janet Ann (Ruffin) Atwood went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 15th, 2023. She departed peacefully after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease and Multiple Myeloma in Charlotte, N.C. She was 76. Born in Canton, Ohio, on January 12th, 1947, Dr. Janet Ruffin-Atwood was the 2nd born child and the oldest girl. She spent her childhood in Cleveland, Ohio cherished and adored by her parents Fred and Ruth Ruffin (who preceded her in their death) in addition to her 10 brothers and sisters. Her life was greatly influenced by her parents' faith, commitment to family, and love of laughter. She consistently cited her parents'...

Fort Mill, SC - Doris, 93, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at her home in The Pearl, Fort Mill, SC. She had been in the devoted care of hospice. Born July 1930 in Thurmont, MD, she was the daughter to Roy and Evelyn Whitmore. She graduated from Bayside (Queens) High School and went on to be a clothing buyer in NYC. Doris married John Marshall Dean Jr of Orange, NJ in April 1954 and went on to have four boys, John Marshall III, Robert, William, and David. While Livingston New Jersey was their primary residence, they spent a couple years in Nahant, MA while Marshall was working on the Callahan Tunnel in Boston. She was very active with the boys' activities, being...

Betty Lois (Kirby) Adcock passed away on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, in Charlotte, NC after an extended illness. She was born on August 20, 1936 in Coker, AL and graduated from Tuscaloosa County High School in 1953. She is preceded in death by her husband Joe Henry Adcock (MSG US Army) and her granddaughter Caitlin. Betty is survived by 5 children, Karen Tomkovich (Jack) of Huntsville, AL, Vicki Helton of Navarre, FL, Steve Adcock (Lori) of Kathleen, GA, Laurie Gallup (Gerry) of Navarre, FL, and Melina Adcock of Charlotte, NC; seven beloved grandchildren: Dustin, Meghan, Wesley, Matthew, Ashleigh, Stephanie, and Abigail as well as 4 great grandchildren. A military wife, Betty traveled to...

Betty Lois (Kirby) Adcock passed away on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, in Charlotte, NC after an extended illness. She was born on August 20, 1936 in Coker, AL and graduated from Tuscaloosa County High School in 1953. She is preceded in death by her husband Joe Henry Adcock (MSG US Army) and her granddaughter Caitlin. Betty is survived by 5 children, Karen Tomkovich (Jack) of Huntsville, AL, Vicki Helton of Navarre, FL, Steve Adcock (Lori) of Kathleen, GA, Laurie Gallup (Gerry) of Navarre, FL, and Melina Adcock of Charlotte, NC; seven beloved grandchildren: Dustin, Meghan, Wesley, Matthew, Ashleigh, Stephanie, and Abigail as well as 4 great grandchildren. A military wife, Betty traveled to...

Donna, 77, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Saturday July 22, 2023 surrounded by loved ones. Donna Eileen Murphey Rowe was born on July 29, 1945 in Tyler, Texas to George Thomas and Ruby Murphey. She lived a short time in Tyler, Texas before moving to Dallas, Texas where she graduated from North Dallas High School. She moved to Greenville, Texas in 1970 and started her career as a bookkeeper. Donna was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Greenville, Texas where she helped create the Country Store with several church friends. She served in several capacities including Nursery Director, Staff-Parish Relations Committee and played in the handbell choir. Donna and...

Paul V. Straub, 72, passed away on July 8, 2023. For complete obituary, please see www.mcewenpinevillechapel.com.

On June 8, 2023, Joe Banks Elliott, Sr. traded his years of health challenges to be with his Heavenly Father. Joe was born on October 3, 1932, to proud parents Robert Banks Elliott and Darby Feimster Elliott. He was a loving husband to his wife of sixty-eight years, Ann Bullard Elliott, and a caring father to daughter Melody Anne Stallings (Brad), and son Joe Banks Elliott, Jr. (Charla). He leaves three grandchildren Summer Ann Stallings, Zachary Stallings (Elysia) and Melissa Elliott Woody (Savosko) and four great granddaughters Kiaya, Ellie, and Aria Stallings and London Woody. His cherished grandson, Joe Banks Elliott, III, preceded him in death. Joe was a native of Charlotte, North...