Obituaries

Sep 20, 2024

In Loving Memory of Patricia “Trish” Trausneck

Patricia Bray Trausneck, age 73, of Waxhaw NC, beloved wife of William McLean “Mac” Trausneck, Jr, passed away peacefully on September 20th 2024. Patrica was surrounded by her family and loved ones. She was Born in South Boston, VA, on May 24th 1951, she was the daughter of...

Sep 20, 2024

Jacqueline Grace Malcolm, age 85, of Waxhaw, passed away on September 20, 2024. Born on January 23, 1939, she was the daughter of the late John and Eunice (Ross) Love, Jr.

She is survived by her son, William “Bill” Griswold, and his wife Debbie of Waxhaw; she is also survived by her daughter, Nancy E....

Sep 18, 2024

LaRue Farrow Emery, 91, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. She was born in Hyde County, NC on September 5, 1933 daughter to the late Edward Farrow and Dora Patrick Farrow. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Eugene E. Emery, Jr.

A private service will be held at a later date....

Sep 17, 2024

Cynthia (Cindy) Carnes Deese, age 64, passed away on September 17, 2024. She was born on June 12, 1960, to the late Johnnie Ward Carnes Sr. and Sarah Elizabeth Francis Carnes. She is also preceded in death by her brother, Johnnie “Butch” Carnes, Jr, and her granddaughter Lilyann Deese.

Cindy had an amazing heart and...

Sep 16, 2024

Arnold Joel Price, age 84, passed away on September 16, 2024. He was born in Union County, NC, on April 3, 1940, son of the late Hoyle and Cathleen Price. He is also preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Brenda Sue Price, and two brothers Don and Wayne Price.

Arnold was a...

Sep 14, 2024

Della Carpenter Schlappich, 86, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024. She was born on April 19, 1938 in Union County, NC to the late Benson Carpenter and Zora Lathan Carpenter. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Larry Ray Schlappich; three brothers, Benson Carpenter Jr., Elwyn Carpenter, and Lonnie Carpenter; sister, Neal Carpenter Welch; as well...

Sep 13, 2024

Betty Lee Geer, 91, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024. Betty was born in Martins Ferry, OH, on June 27, 1933, to the late William Pryor and Mary Albus. She is preceded in death by her husband, William "Bill" Geer; son, Gary Geer; and daughter, Sheri Cox.

Betty was one of the strongest women...

Sep 10, 2024

Frances Hasty Hinson, age 85, beloved wife of the late Charles Hinson, passed away on September 10, 2024. She was born on November 7, 1938, to the late Troy Hasty and Grace Broadway Hasty. She is also preceded in death by her brothers, Doyle Hasty and Jackie Hasty, as well as her sister Lib McCauly.

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Sep 9, 2024

Gerald Brooksher Morris, 87 of Marshville, NC, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 9, 2024. He was born in Stanly County, NC, on September 6, 1937, son of the late Johnnie Brooksher and Lucille Morgan Morris. He is also preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Janice Smith Morris, and infant brother, Tommy Keith Morris.

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Sep 7, 2024

William Kenneth “Ken” Ward, 79, of Monroe, NC, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Ken was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and cherished friend. He was born in El Dorado, Arkansas, where he attended St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. His journey of faith led him through various religious traditions before he embraced the Catholic faith shortly before his...

Aug 30, 2024

Ruth Ann Vandemark Sink, aka Butchie, age 78, passed away on August 30, 2024. She was born in Middletown, NY, on February 7, 1946; daughter to the late Joseph T. Vandemark and Eleanor Simon Vandemark. She is also preceded in death by her brother, Jerome “Jerry” Vandemark as well as her brother-in-law, Al Schubert.

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Aug 23, 2024

Kenneth Walter Honeycutt, age 77, passed away on August 23, 2024, in Monroe, NC. He was born on April 15, 1947, to the late Arthur and Frankie Honeycutt. He is also preceded in death by a sister, Wanda Whitaker and a brother, Elwood Honeycutt.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Jane Walters Honeycutt; son, David...

Aug 22, 2024

Theodore “Ted” Baron Jr, age 81, passed away on August 22, 2024 in Waxhaw, NC. He was born on July 13, 1943 to the late Theodore Baron Sr. and Anna Moleski. Ted served in the Navy for 9 years during the Vietnam war, and later worked as a traveling salesman for many years.

Ted is...

Aug 21, 2024

Barbara Griffin Ellis, 92, passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. She was born in Union County, NC on January 28, 1932, daughter to the late Jacob “Zeb” Griffin and Marie Allen Griffin. She is also preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Warren Austin Griffin.

A graveside service will be held on...

Aug 21, 2024

Luther Eugene (Gene) Walter, age 96, beloved husband to Joyce Sherrill Walter for 73 years, passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. Born on May 31, 1928, he was the son of the late Luther A. and Lola Belle Walter. Gene and his wife have been residents for most of their lives in Wingate and members of First Presbyterian...

Aug 19, 2024

Elaine Atkinson Vincoli, 86, passed away on August 19, 2024. She was born in Concord, NC, on May 18, 1938, to the late Guy Atkinson Sr. and Helen Hendrix Atkinson. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Ray Vincoli, her daughter, Kelli Vincoli Bradley, and her two brother-in-laws, Ronnie Clark, and Walter Lander Sr.

Aug 17, 2024

Richard Edwin Sims, Jr., 82, of Waxhaw, North Carolina passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on August 17, 2024, after a short battle with cancer.

Richard was born on January 22, 1942, to Richard Edwin Sims, Sr. and Inez Pierce Sims in Norfolk, Virginia. Following graduation from Benton Heights High School in Monroe, North...

Aug 10, 2024

Full obituary to follow shortly.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 11:00 AM at the chapel of Matthews Glen, 733 Pavilion View Dr. Matthews, NC 28105.

Online condolences may be made at www.gordonfuneralservice.com

Gordon Funeral Service & Crematory, 1904 Lancaster Ave. Monroe,...

Jul 31, 2024

With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Dr. George F. Pinsak, who left this world on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, surrounded by his family. As we mourn his loss, let us also take comfort in celebrating the life of this devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and loyal friend to many.

George Pinsak...

Jul 25, 2024

Johnny Ray Privett, 67, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024. He was born in Union County, NC on January 20, 1957, to the late J.B. Privett and Elizabeth Yow.

A service to celebrate his life will be held on Monday, July 29, 2024, 3:00 PM, at New Salem Baptist Church, 2915 Goldmine Rd. Monroe,...