James "Jimmy" Belk, Jr.

James Loyd Belk, Jr., 79, of Monroe, North Carolina inherited the eternal kingdom on Monday, November 25, 2013. A native of Monroe, he was the son of the late James Loyd Belk, Sr. and Maude Crowell Belk. He proudly served his country from 1953 until 1955 as a US Army Corporal receiving a National Defense Service Medal. After his years of military service, he later retired from the City of Monroe. He was a longtime active member of Shiloh Baptist Church. As a devoted husband and father, his life reflected a love of family. He was an avid gardener who enjoyed sharing his abundant harvest with many friends. He is survived by a dedicated wife of 55 years, Lorraine Parker Belk; daughter, Robin Paulette Belk; son, Timothy James Belk; granddaughter, Lindsey Rebecca Brost; faithful canine companion, Sam; numerous extended family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters. A Funeral Service in witness to the resurrection will be held Saturday, November 30, 1:00 p.m., at Shiloh Baptist Church (2301 Rocky River Road North). The family will welcome friends at a reception immediately following in the Family Ministry Center. A Service of Committal with military rites will be held at Lakeland Memorial Park at 4:00 p.m. The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to healthcare professionals of Carolinas Medical Center, Duke Medical Center, Hospice Care of Union County, and especially Dr. Grigor Badalyan. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Caring House (2625 Pickett Rd., Durham 27705); Children’s Home Society (P. O. Box 14608, Greensboro 27415); Hospice of Union County (700 W. Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe 28110); Shiloh Baptist Church General Fund (2301 Rocky River Rd. N, Monroe 28110). Online condolences may be expressed at www.gordonfuneralservice.com. The Belk Family has entrusted their care to Gordon Funeral Service.