Obituaries

Ms. Anita "Nita"  Conboy Walsh  Durigan

Ms. Anita "Nita" Conboy Walsh Durigan

Apr 11, 2021

Anita "Nita" Conboy Walsh Durigan, dearly loved sister, mother, Nana, and Great Nana, passed away on April 11, 2021 at the age of 93 at her eldest daughter's home in Weddington, N.C.  On January 31, 1928, Anita Marie Conboy was born in Providence to her parents: the late Luke Edward and Caroline (Hansen) Conboy. In June 1930, she became a...

Mr. Thorian  Austin Franks

Mr. Thorian Austin Franks

Apr 9, 2021

Thorian A. Franks, born on January 19, 1994, Bethpage New York to beloved parents Keven Franks and Sharon Franks. The 3rd of four siblings and brother to Chanel, Nichole, and Austin. Growing up Thorian enjoyed much time bonding with his family. He was very loving and caring and excited about life. Always affectionate he loved animals and exploring nature. Thorian...

Mr. Thomas  Lee Smith

Mr. Thomas Lee Smith

Apr 6, 2021

Thomas Lee Smith, 59, native of Union County, passed away April 6, 2021. He was a melter at ATI since March of 1980. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his boys and valued friends. He never met a stranger and was always sharing his knowledge of hunting and fishing to educate and help guide the new sportsman. His dedication to...

Mr. Jason  Boone

Mr. Jason Boone

Apr 3, 2021

Jason A Boone. Widley known deepley loved ,always the life of the party, a saint and a sinner and a cherished child of God. My Brother is a true southern smart alec. The social "hey" could hold a conversation about any topic; everything from the Bible to Hunter Thompson to every conspiracy theory there was. He had a brilliant mind...

Mr. Matthew Brent Stewart

Mr. Matthew Brent Stewart

Mar 30, 2021

Matthew Brent Stewart, 45, passed away Tuesday, March 30, 2021. He was born in Charlotte, North Carolina to Joyce T. Pope and the late David Marshall Stewart. Matthew is also preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Frank and Margaret Tyson; paternal grandmother, Faye Stewart; and nephew, Tucker Avram. The family will have a private memorial service to celebrate Mr....

Mr. Ted Wortman

Mr. Ted Wortman

Mar 30, 2021

Ted Wortman Jr, 60, passed away on March 30, 2021. He was born in Monroe, NC. Holland Funeral Service is serving the family. Family/Friends visitation will be at Blakely's Funeral Service Chapel Sunday April 4, 2021 from 5:00-7:00pm. Ted is survived by his Mother Peggy Wortman and Father, the late Ted Wortman Sr.; also preceded in death by his Sister...

Mrs. Patricia Joan  Valleau

Mrs. Patricia Joan Valleau

Mar 29, 2021

Patrica Joan Valleau (née Guidi) sadly passed away on March 29th, 2021 at 80 years old. She was born April 4th, 1940 in Queens, New York, daughter to Hyma and Guido Guidi. Pat raised her four children alongside her surviving husband of 62 years, Charles S Valleau. Hardworking, Devoted, and Loving, Pat's legacy will live on through her husband Charles...

Ms. Sherry  Lynn Poplin

Ms. Sherry Lynn Poplin

Mar 27, 2021

Sherry Lynn Poplin, 64, went home to be with her loving Lord and Savior on March 27, 2021. She was born in Monroe, NC on March 4, 1958 to surviving parents, Boyce and Sue Poplin. Sherry loved living at the beach and spending time with her family. She was also a fiercely loyal person who would come to the aid...

Mr. Jackie  William  Haywood

Mr. Jackie William Haywood

Mar 27, 2021

**Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, everyone in attendance at the public viewing and graveside service will be required to wear a face mask*** Jackie William Haywood, 65, passed away Saturday, March 27, 2021. He was born August 9, 1955 to Frances Evans Thomas and the late Dosson Byrum Haywood. He is also preceded in death by his brother, Glenn Haywood;...

Mr. Timothy  Alan Ecker

Mr. Timothy Alan Ecker

Mar 22, 2021

Timothy Alan Ecker, 73, passed away Monday, March 22, 2021. He was born December 11, 1947 to the late Claude William Ecker and Rose Eileen Griffin Ecker. A memorial service to celebrate Mr. Ecker's life will be held at 5:00pm on Monday, March 29, 2021 at Life and Legacy Chapel, 6525 Old Monroe Rd, Indian Trail, NC 28079. Timothy is...

Ms. Patricia Uarda Pierce

Ms. Patricia Uarda Pierce

Mar 19, 2021

Patricia Uarda Pierce, 87, passed away Friday, March 19, 2021. She was born May 22, 1933 to the late Charles Pratt and Uarda Pratt. Patricia is preceded in death by her first husband, Lyle Johnson; second husband, Art Buhl; and third husband, Robert Pierce. A memorial service to celebrate Ms. Patricia's life will be announced at a later date. She...

Ms. Daniela  Rebecca Meza-Long

Ms. Daniela Rebecca Meza-Long

Mar 16, 2021

Daniela Rebecca Meza-Long "Little Mama & Pelona", 21, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, March 16, 2021. Daniela was born in Monroe, NC on May 20, 1999 to Kerry Rebecca Long and Jose Meza Franco. Funeral services will be held at 3:00pm on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at Love Baptist Church, 707 Deese Rd., Monroe, NC 28110. A public...

Ms. Jennifer Jones

Ms. Jennifer Jones

Mar 15, 2021

Full obituary and service information will be published shortly.

Ms. Doris  Madge  Witmore

Ms. Doris Madge Witmore

Mar 14, 2021

Full obituary and service information will be published shortly.

Ms. Ann Solnick

Ms. Ann Solnick

Mar 13, 2021

Ann Solnick, born September 28th, 1944 was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend who died March 13th at the age of 76 in her home with her family by her side. She was born in Manhattan, NY grew up with her sister Helen and brother Joseph. She went to Catholic school and lived her early life in the...

Mr. Isaiah  Jonathan Greaves

Mr. Isaiah Jonathan Greaves

Mar 13, 2021

Full obituary and service information will be published shortly.

Mr. Henry Morgan

Mr. Henry Morgan

Mar 12, 2021

At the request of the family Mr. Morgan's services will be private

Mr. Reggie  Lee Brown

Mr. Reggie Lee Brown

Mar 12, 2021

Full obituary and service information will be published shortly.

Ms. Sarah Frances Hill

Ms. Sarah Frances Hill

Mar 11, 2021

Sarah Frances Hill, 78, passed away Thursday, March 11, 2021. She was born April 14, 1942 to the late Eli Boyce Hill and Sarah Baucom Hill. Sarah is also preceded in death by her siblings, Parks Hill, Sheri Chris, Geraldine Tilson, and Diane Hill. Services will be held from the graveside on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at 3:00pm at Hamilton...

Mr. Richard   Edward "Rick" Starnes

Mr. Richard Edward "Rick" Starnes

Mar 9, 2021

Richard Edward "Rick" Starnes June 25, 1954 – March 9, 2021   We are saddened to announce that Rick Starnes passed away peacefully at his home on March 9, 2021 in Waxhaw, NC.  Rick Starnes was born to John Wesley and Gertrude Cox Starnes at Union Memorial in Monroe, North Carolina on June 25, 1954. Services will be held from the...