Obituaries

Remembering Loved Ones in Monroe, NC

Walter Fred "Nick" Nichols

Walter Fred "Nick" Nichols

Sep 13, 2022

Walter Fred “Nick” Nichols, 82, passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at his home in Waxhaw, NC. He was born in Jefferson County, AL on June 26, 1940, son of the late William Fred Nichols and Gladys Elliott Nichols.

The family will be hosting a Celebration of Life Service Saturday, October 8, 2022.

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James Cauthen Plyler

James Cauthen Plyler

Sep 12, 2022

James Cauthen Plyler, Jr., devoted husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, September 12, surrounded by his loving family.

Jim, as he was affectionately known, was born in Temple, Texas on July 12, 1943 to James Cauthen and Marjorie Edwards Plyler.

Jim had a kind and gentle heart. He loved...

Mary Virginia Akers

Mary Virginia Akers

Sep 10, 2022

Mary Virginia Haynes Akers, age 94, passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2022 surrounded by her loving family and caregivers in her home in Woodridge Village in Monroe, NC. Mary was born in Fieldale, VA, on June 2, 1928.

After graduating from Fieldale High School, Mary attended beauty school to become a professional hair dresser....

Billy Max Thomas

Billy Max Thomas

Sep 8, 2022

Billy Max Thomas, 89 of Waxhaw, NC passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2022, at home after a long illness. He was born in Union County, NC on February 24, 1933 son to the late Claude Thomas and Lessie Taylor Thomas, one of 10 children.

Billy is survived by his loving wife of 69 years...

Larry Kenneth Wilson

Larry Kenneth Wilson

Sep 7, 2022

Larry Kenneth Wilson, 79 years old of Monroe, NC passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family, Wednesday, September 7, 2022 after a battle with Cancer.

Larry was born on February 13, 1943 to the late Kenneth and Bobbie Wilson. Larry served in the United States Army, and after returning home, worked the...

Vicky Marlene Ferrell

Vicky Marlene Ferrell

Sep 6, 2022

Vicky Marlene Gordon Ferrell, 69, passed away Tuesday, September 6, 2022. Vicky was born November 2, 1952, daughter of the late Billy Delaney Gordon and Geneva Newell Gordon. She is also preceded in death by her sister, Dorita McDonald.

A graveside service will be held 1:00 PM Monday, September 19, 2022 at Waxhaw City Cemetery,...

Alice Hobson Malcolm

Alice Hobson Malcolm

Sep 6, 2022

A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered. Alice Hobson Malcolm, 91, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2022.

Ms. Alice, as she was lovingly known, was born on October 10, 1930 in Yadkin County, North Carolina. Daughter to the late Lunford Winfield Hobson and Fanny Pearl Choplin Hobson. She is also preceded in death...

Larry Lee Hough Sr.

Larry Lee Hough Sr.

Sep 5, 2022

Larry Lee Hough, Sr., 80, unexpectedly passed away Monday, September 5, 2022. He was born in Mecklenburg County on February 23, 1942, son of Gabe David Hough and Pauline Ernie Hough.

Larry was retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 40 years, retiring in 2002. Before his retirement, he served as shop steward with the...

Ruth Lemmond Broome

Ruth Lemmond Broome

Sep 4, 2022

Ruth Lemmond Broome, 96, of Monroe, NC passed away Sunday, September 4, 2022. She was born in Union County on January 15, 1926 daughter to the late Henry Grady Lemmond and Minnie Underwood Broome. She is also preceded in death by her loving husband Donald Ernest Broome, as well as their children; Arnold Broome and Margaret Hardwick, brother Ray...

James Bradley Little

James Bradley Little

Sep 3, 2022

James Bradley “Brad” Little, 62, of Lenoir, NC passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2022. He was born in Charlotte, NC on December 25, 1959 son to the late Douglas Little, and Peggy James Little.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00PM on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at Gordon Funeral Chapel, the family will...

Janet Isabel Little

Janet Isabel Little

Sep 2, 2022

Mrs. Janet Isabel Smith Little, 89, of Monroe, NC passed away on Friday, September 2, 2022. She was born in Union County on March 3, 1933, daughter of the late Woodrow Wilson Smith and Daisy Tarleton Smith. She was also preceded in death by her brother Jerome Smith.

Funeral services will be held 2:30PM on...

Patricia "Patty" Ellen Linthicum

Patricia "Patty" Ellen Linthicum

Sep 2, 2022

Patricia “Patty” Miller Linthicum, 83, of Monroe, NC passed away on Friday, September 2, 2022. She was born in Fayette County, West Virginia on December 29, 1938, she was preceded in death by her parents, George and Lenora, she is also preceded in death by her husband Dennis Linthicum, son Alex Oroszi and infant daughter Vicki Lee Linthicum.

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Gary Wayne Miller

Gary Wayne Miller

Aug 31, 2022

Mr. Gary Wayne Miller, 79, of Fort Mill, SC passed away on Wednesday, August 31, 2022. He was born in Geary County, KS, on June 8, 1943. He was a son to the late Dale Frances Miller and Evelyn Manz Miller.

A memorial service will be held at 3:00PM on Sunday, September 11, 2022 at...

Stephen "Steve" Douglas Mccorkle

Stephen "Steve" Douglas Mccorkle

Aug 31, 2022

Stephen Douglas McCorkle, 78, passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at his home. He was born in Monroe, NC on August 27, 1944. Steve is the son to the late Henry Arthur McCorkle and Effie McKenzie McCorkle. He is also preceded in death by his two brothers Heath and Herman McCorkle.

A funeral service will...

William Karnes Poston, Iii

William Karnes Poston, Iii

Aug 31, 2022

Our son William (Billy) Poston III was born on September 13, 1980, at Fort Sam Houston Hospital in San Antonio, Texas. The nurses called him “Mr. Blue Eyes” because of his beautiful blue eyes that were his trademark.

He was a lifelong lover of movies. Some of his childhood favorites were ET, Rocky, Teen Wolf, Superman, and...

Jason Nicholas Watts

Jason Nicholas Watts

Aug 28, 2022

Jason Nicholas Watts, age 43, of Weddington, NC, passed peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus on Sunday, August 28, 2022 at Carolina Medical Center in Charlotte, NC. Jason was the devoted husband of Brandi Vernon Watts and proud father of Carson and Evan Watts. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 31, 2022, at 3:00 PM at Shiloh...

Ronnie Louis Edwards

Ronnie Louis Edwards

Aug 28, 2022

Ronnie Louis Edwards, 79, passed away Sunday, August 28, 2022, peacefully at his home. He was born in Union County, July 7, 1943, son of the late Carl Louis Edwards and Irene Dickerson Edwards. He is also preceded in death by his sister, Marie Flow, brother-in-law, Robert Flow and brother Ted Edwards. Funeral services will be held 2:00PM Wednesday,...

Robbie Alan Fogle

Robbie Alan Fogle

Aug 25, 2022

Robbie Alan Fogle, 61, passed away Thursday, August 25, 2022. He was born in Cleveland Ohio, August 25, 1961, son of the late Earl Carson Fogle and Irene Beatrice Fogle.

Robbie was a veteran serving his country in the Coast Guard, and spent much of his career at Corning Inc, where he developed many long...

Jesse Wilson Couick

Jesse Wilson Couick

Aug 23, 2022

Jesse Wilson (JW) Couick, Jr., 80, passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2022. He was born April 7, 1942 in Union County, son of Jesse Wilson Couick, Sr. and Marcell Thompson Couick. A Memorial Service will be held 11:00AM Thursday, August 25, 2022 at Gordon Funeral Chapel, 1904 Lancaster Ave., Monroe, NC 28112, with visitation immediately following. A private inurnment...

Martha Walters Collins

Martha Walters Collins

Aug 23, 2022

Martha Walters Collins, 80, of Monroe, NC passed away Tuesday August 23, 2022 at Autumn Care of Marshville, NC. She was born April 17, 1942 daughter to the late Jim and Vera Broome Walters. She is also preceded in death by the love of her life Roy Wayne Collins, her son Randy Collins, and brother Morris Walters. Martha was...

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