Howard Anderson “Andy” Hensley May 4, 1949 – November 1, 2021 Howard Anderson “Andy” Hensley (72) died peacefully surrounded by his loved ones and his dogs on November 1, 2021.  Born May 4, 1949, Andy grew up in Hopedale, NC.  He graduated from Oak Ridge Military Academy and attended both Wingate College and Elon College.  Andy spent over 40 years in the clothing apparel industry, serving as a self-employed Sales Representative for men’s...

Edward Frank Balzer, 57, born June 2, 1964, passed away on November 13 2021 in Charlotte, NC. He leaves behind his wife of 31 years, Jane. His children Chelsea Rae Perry (Collin) and his grandson Nathan, 2, and granddaughter Avery, 5 months. He also leaves behind his two sons, Corbin Edward Balzer and Edward Chase Balzer. He is preceded in death by his mother, Phyllis Antosia Balzer. He is survived by his father, Edward Joseph Balzer and his sister Lisa Balzer and his brothers, Greg Balzer...

Kimberly Ann Sayles (Stiles), 41, of Charlotte, North Carolina entered eternal rest and was called home on October 23, 2021 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Kimberly was born on October 19, 1980 to Carl and Linda (Caradonna) Stiles of North Tonawanda where she lived and worked for the first half of her life. Kim attended St. Matthew Christian Day School (where she was honored with the Christian Citizenship Award), North Tonawanda High School, and Binghamton University where...

Steve Hoyt Morton, 73, of Charlotte,  NC passed away September 30, 2021.  He was born December 20, 1947 in Gastonia, NC.. He retired from Transcontinental Advanced Coatings (formerly Rexham Corporation) as the Analytical Lab Manager.  He enjoyed race cars, woodworking, tending the fruits and flowers in his yard and weekend trips with his fiancée, Marsha.   Steve was a quiet man with a brilliant mind and a generous heart, a trusted friend and mentor,  an...

James Richard Lee Dorton (RN) of Monroe, NC passed away on Saturday, November 13, 2021. Jim was born in Oakland, California on May 6, 1946. Jim served in the United States Air Force with pride during the Vietnam War. Mr. Dorton was a loving son, husband, father, brother and uncle. He worked, often with little rest, to provide for his parents and his other family members. His business accomplishments were many and he shared his success in great efforts to improve lives around him. Jim loved...

El Lunes 8 de Noviembre de 2021 en la ciudad de Charlotte, Carolina del Norte, USA, falleció quien en vida fuera el señor Arturo Rodríguez Tapia, a la edad de 53 años. Esposo amoroso, padre responsable y abuelo excepcional.   Nacido el 8 de agosto de 1968 en Silao, Guanajuato, México. Hijo de los señores Salvador Rodríguez Barron  y María Guadalupe Tapia Gutiérrez.  El 14 de diciembre de 1996,...

Charles Willingham III died on November 10, 2021.  Born July 12, 1955, Charles grew up in Downey, California.  He leaves behind his three children, Myles (31), Charles (28) and James (25). He also leaves behind his Daughter in Law, Kelsey and his Grandson Rowan. He was one of the most authentic and passionate people I’ve ever known. No matter what he was doing - supporting his kids, advocating for a cause he believed in, building a business, cherishing his family and friends...

Thomas J. Crozier, Jr.  passed away peacefully at home on September 14, 2021, at the age of 85.  He was born on February 20, 1936, in Bellaire, OH.  His career as the Claim Manager for North and South Carolina with Aetna Life and Casualty Company led him and his wife of 62 years, Carolyn, to Charlotte in 1980.   Tom is survived by his wife, Carolyn; their son Thomas J. Crozier, III (Reni); their daughter Kendyl Coelho (Frank); 4 grandchildren, Jordyn Crozier Putz...

JoAnn Cuthbertson Lockwood JoAnn Cuthbertson Lockwood born March 25th, 1940 in Charlotte, NC was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, friend and lover of the Lord. She went to be with Jesus on Wednesday October 27th, 2021 at the age of 81. She was survived by her children Scott Napier, Gina Kunkle, and Evan Lockwood. She was pre-deceased by her husband Larry Lockwood. She was a loving grandmother to her 3 grandchildren Jimmy Kunkle, Jessica Russell and Payton Kunkle as well as Lauren...