All Obituaries

Shirley Ann Winfield Sturdivant passed away peacefully at her home on March 25, 2024. Born on June 22, 1950, in Monroe, North Carolina, she was the eldest child of Benjamin and Effie Nell Williams Winfield, both of whom have preceded her in death.   Her life’s celebration will be held 1:00 pm Thursday, April 4th, 2024 at the Central United Methodist Church, 801 South Hayne St Monroe, NC 28112.  Mrs. Shirley’s remains will lie in repose 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm at the...

Jose Antonio Ortiz, 72, of Monroe was called to his heavenly home on Friday, March 15, 2024 where we envision him being received by his parents.  Born October 19, 1951 in Corozal, Puerto Rico to Maria Lopez and Santos Ortiz.  He was the oldest of four children and is survived by his wife Nancy and two daughters Christina and Maria, four grandchildren, Marissa, Conner, Gaige and Sofia.  He served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1975.  Online...

Dewey Clifton Keziah, Sr., 85, of Monroe, NC passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 in his home.  His funeral service will be 12 Noon on Saturday, March 9, 2024 in the Davis Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Roy Helms officiating.  Entombment will follow in Lakeland Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends from 11 AM until 12 Noon prior to the hour of the funeral.  Born September 7, 1938 in Union County, NC, he was the son of the late Joe Monroe Keziah and Gladys...

Alice Jean Griffin Brucke, 73, of Monroe passed away on March 5, 2024 in Novant Health Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte.  Her funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Friday, March 8, 2024 in the Davis Funeral Service Chapel with Calvin Brucke officiating.  Burial will follow in the Wingate Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Friday from 12:30 until 1:30 at Davis Funeral Service prior to the service.  Born March 3, 1951 in Union County, NC she was the daughter...

Janet Sue Aldridge Dunlap, 75, of Monroe passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024 in her home. A memorial service will be at a later date.  Born June 13, 1948 in Union County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Henry Lee Aldridge Jr. and Louise Elizabeth Mullis Aldridge.  She was an Import Manager with the Hipage Company.  She is survived by her husband Butch Dunlap.  Other survivors include son David P. Little (Virginia Wilson) of Kannapolis and daughter Sharon L....

On Friday, February 16, 2024, Dennis Dale Rollins entered what everyone's ultimate goal is, Heaven, with I'm sure a smile that is doesn't hold a candle to what we all witnessed here. Known to many as Officer Rollins, Mag Light King, and Shocker but to his family he was a loving and amazing son, spouse, brother, grandpa and daddy. The survivors of this legend of a man include his wife Shae, mother Ann Dora Rollins, sisters Terry (Chris) Carpenter of Harrisburg, NC, Wanda (Lee)...

On February 9, 2024 Larry Hugh Killough, 81, of Monroe, NC entered into Heaven’s gates to be with his Lord and Savior whom he faithfully served; surrounded by his loving family.  Larry was born on February 1, 1943 to the late Hurley Hamilton Killough and Kathleen Phillips Killough in Matthews, NC.  Throughout his life, he exemplified what it means to be a loving husband, father, friend and “Paw” to all of his grandkids. Larry led a life of service and helping...

Christine Helms Yow, 80, of Monroe passed away on February 6, 2024 in the Union County Hospice House.  Her funeral service will be at 12 Noon on February 9, 2024 at Trinity Baptist Church with Rev. Russell McWhorter and Pastor “Dac” Croasman officiating.  Burial will follow in the Lucy Helms Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the church from 11 AM until 12 Noon, prior to the hour of the service.   Born December 11, 1943 in Union County, NC,...

  Nancy Rushing Presson  (WAXHAW) - Mrs. Nancy Rushing Presson, age 82, of Waxhaw, NC, formerly of Marshville, NC, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Nancy Presson will be conducted at 2:00 p.m., February 10, 2024, at Davis Funeral Service, 1003 E. Franklin Street, Monroe, NC 28112, with a visitation immediately following the service at the funeral home. Mrs. Presson was born July 16, 1941, in Union County, NC, a daughter of the...

Robert Joseph Berthold, known to his loved ones as Bob, passed away on January 24 2024, in Rockhill, SC, at the age of 80. He was a dedicated husband, father and friend who will be deeply missed by all that knew him. Bob was born on January 25, 1943, and grew up in Saugus where he attended Saugus High School. After completing his education, Bob proudly served in the Navy from 1962 to 1966, achieving rank of 2nd class petty officer. His military associations were a significant part of his...