▰ Leroy Jr Grier Died May 31, … More Information |
Leroy Jr Grier, of Charlotte, North Carolina, departed this life Sunday May 31, 2005. Leroy was 65. Obituary published: June 01, 2005 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ Lendrette Jean Grier Died August 22, … More Information |
Lendrette Jean Grier, of Gastonia, North Carolina, passed from this life on August 22, 2001. Lendrette was 48. Obituary published: August 23, 2001 in "Gaston G" |
▰ Lendrette Grier Died August 18, … More Information |
Lendrette Grier went into the presence of the Lord on August 18, 2001 in Gastonia, North Carolina. Obituary published: August 19, 2001 in "Gaston G" |
▰ Lathaniel "Sleepy" Grier Died May 12, … More Information |
Lathaniel "Sleepy" Grier, age 72 of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, passed from this world into the next May 12, 2016. Obituary published: May 13, 2016 in "Shelby Star" |
▰ Lathaniel Grier Died May 11, … More Information | Lathaniel Grier, born May 6, 1944 entered Heaven's gates on May 11, 2016 in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. Lathaniel was 72. |
▰ Katherine Freeman Grier Died January 21, … More Information |
Katherine Freeman Grier, born April 21, 1922 joined the Lord January 21, 2014 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Katherine was 91.
Family members and close friends: , Isaiah 25:8, Janice Atkinson, Carie Medlin |
▰ Judy Grier Died April 13, … More Information | Judy Grier passed away April 13, 2015 in Charlotte, North Carolina. |
▰ Joseph Williamson Grier Died December 23, … More Information |
Joseph Williamson Grier, born August 5, 1915 went to be with the Lord on December 23, 2010 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Joseph was 95.
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Obituary: Joseph Williamson Grier, Jr. died peacefully , 23, 2010 at The Cypress of Charlottes Stewart . He was 95. A native of Charlotte, Mr. Grier was the son of Beulah Mae Wallace Grier and Joseph Williamson Grier, Sr. He graduated in 1937 from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Harvard University Law School in 1940. When the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor in 1941, Grier postponed his law career and volunteered for the U.S. Army. In three years, Grier advanced from private to the rank of Major, eventually commanding the U.S. Armys 471st anti-aircraft automatic battalion on Luzon in the Philippine Islands. On his return from the war, he was active in the American Legion. In 1949, he married Catherine Langdon Smart, who preceded him in death. Married fifty-nine years, they raised six children. He was a devoted husband, provider, and father who ruled the household with a firm and loving hand, set the bar high, and led by example. Next to family, the practice of law was Mr. Griers passion. For the first four decades of his career, he helped build one of Charlottes leading law firms as senior partner of what was for many years Grier, Parker, Poe and Thompson. Mr. Griers eldest son, Joseph Williamson Grier, III, began practicing law, Mr. Grier resigned from the firm to found, in 1984, the new firm of Grier & Grier, now Grier, Furr, & Crisp. Mr. Grier continued to serve as of counsel to his firm after he retired, visiting his downtown office regularly until the past year. Mr. Grier was devoted to his native city and thrived on involvement in chosen causes and institutions, often working quietly behind the scenes to build relationships and effect positive change. Long active in civic affairs, he was also deeply committed to First Presbyterian Church, the Charlotte YMCA, and Queens University. He served on the City Park and Recreation Commission through the 1950s and early 1960s. As chairman from 1958 to 1963, he was instrumental in the integration of Charlottes parks and public swimming pools. In 1959, five years before the public schools were integrated, he orchestrated the peaceful transition from segregated pools to integrated pools without a court order or the slightest disturbance. From the 1960s on, Mr. Grier championed the proposed consolidation of city and county governments. That efforts ultimate defeat was one of his greatest civic disappointments. As legal counsel to the Charlotte YMCA, Mr. Grier helped facilitate its integration, beginning with its health club in 1969. The same year, he was elected to the YMCA Board of Trustees and served as both member and chair for many years. A lifelong member of First Presbyterian Church, he served numerous terms as deacon, elder, and trustee, a strong and steady advocate for preserving the churchs central city mission of outreach to those less fortunate. He served on the pastor nominating committees for each of the senior pastors called by the church since the 1960s and was a founder of the Community School of the Arts. In 1963, he was appointed to the North Carolina Board of Higher Education. He later credited that experience with preparing him for his role on the Queens Board of Trustees during a tumultuous period during the early 1970s, when the school was at risk of closing. Under Mr. Griers leadership as chairman, the board stabilized the administration, solicited substantial gifts, and recruited Dr. Billy O. Wireman as president, securing the schools future. Mr. Grier remained intensely loyal to his alma mater in Chapel Hill. He was an avid fan of Tar Heel basketball and supported the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer in his later years. In addition to his service to the community and profound sense of integrity, Mr. Grier will be remembered for his keen intellect, his astute command of language, and his shrewd sense of humor. Mr. Grier is survived by his six children and their spouses or significant others, Joseph Williamson Grier III and Ann Brookshire, Catherine Grier Kelly and William Kelly, Susan MacLauchlin Grier and Patricia Cole, Roy Smart Grier and Charlotte Grier, Bruce Taliaferro Grier and Cindy Grier, and Robin Wallace Grier and Patricia Grier; fourteen grandchildren, Bradley Christopher Phillips, Sara Grier Johnson, John Williamson Phillips, Charlotte Caroline Grier, Catherine Smart Grier, Robert Wallace Grier, Laura Brookshire Grier, Lindsay Ann Grier, Thomas Evans Kelly, Joseph Williamson Grier IV, Julia Elaine Grier, Stuart Grier Kelly, Stephen Hubbard Grier, and Tyler Smart Grier; and three great-grandchildren, Wesley Grier Johnson, Jillian Pamela Johnson, and Luke Roberts Johnson. The family wishes to express its heartfelt appreciation to Mr. Griers caregivers at The Cypress of Charlotte for their exceptional service during the final years of his life. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on , 28, 2010 at First Presbyterian Church, 200 W. Trade St., Charlotte. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on evening at the home of Joseph W. Grier, III, 1000 Queens Rd. West, Charlotte, and again at the church following the memorial service. Condolences can also be extended at www.harryandbryantfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to First Presbyterian Church, 200 West Trade St., Charlotte, NC, 28202; Queens University, 1900 Selwyn Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28274; or the Charlotte YMCA, 500 East Morehead Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Harry and Bryant is assisting the family. |
▰ Joseph Grier Died November 14, … More Information |
Joseph Grier passed away November 14, 2005 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Obituary published: November 15, 2005 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ John William Sr Grier Died October 09, … More Information |
John William Sr Grier, of Charlotte, North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven October 9, 2003. John was 81. Obituary published: October 10, 2003 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ John Sr Grier Died October 08, … More Information |
John Sr Grier went into the presence of the Lord on October 8, 2003 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Obituary published: October 09, 2003 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ John Davidson Grier Died November 04, … More Information |
John Davidson Grier, of Greenville, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord on November 4, 2002. John was 82. Obituary published: November 05, 2002 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ John Buford Sr Grier Died May 10, … More Information |
John Buford Sr Grier passed away May 10, 2016 in Pineville, North Carolina. Obituary published: May 11, 2016 in "Shelby Star" |
▰ Jessie Miss Grier Died March 23, … More Information |
Jessie Miss Grier, of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, entered into eternal rest March 23, 1999. Jessie was 47. Obituary published: March 24, 1999 in "Shelby Star" |
▰ Jessie Elizabeth Ms Grier Died March 25, … More Information |
Jessie Elizabeth Ms Grier, of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, died on March 25, 1999. Jessie was 47. Obituary published: March 26, 1999 in "Shelby Star" |
▰ Jessie Elizabeth Grier Died March 25, … More Information |
Jessie Elizabeth Grier, of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, went into the presence of the Lord on March 25, 1999. Jessie was 47. Obituary published: March 26, 1999 in "Gaston G" |
▰ James Sr Grier Died September 09, … More Information |
James Sr Grier, of Charlotte, North Carolina, passed from this life on September 9, 1996. James was 72. Obituary published: September 10, 1996 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ James M Grier Died June 07, … More Information |
James M Grier, of Charlotte, North Carolina, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord June 7, 2005. James was 91. Obituary published: June 08, 2005 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ James Lewis Grier Died September 30, … More Information |
James Lewis Grier, age 70 of Sanford, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord on September 30, 1999. Obituary published: October 01, 1999 in "Fayetteville O-T" |
▰ James Alexander Grier Died December 01, … More Information |
James Alexander Grier, 88, of Charlotte, North Carolina departed this life December 1, 1998. Obituary published: December 02, 1998 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ James A Grier Died November 30, … More Information |
James A Grier went into the presence of the Lord on November 30, 1998 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Obituary published: December 01, 1998 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ James "Farmer Grier" Pearson Grier Died June 13, … More Information |
James "Farmer Grier" Pearson Grier, born April 27, 1932 entered Heaven's gates on June 13, 2013 in Charlotte, North Carolina. James was 81.
Family members and close friends: , Tracy Cook, Debbie And Bruce Everhart, American Heart Association, Beckie Bane, J. Elliott Chandler, Suzanne Hart, Linda Sorkin, Karyn Love |
▰ Ida Elizabeth Grier Died January 22, … More Information | Ida Elizabeth Grier, born December 12, 1925 joined the Lord January 22, 2016 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Ida was 90. |
▰ Ida Elizabeth Grier Died January 22, … More Information | Ida Elizabeth Grier, born December 12, 1925 departed this life Sunday January 22, 2016 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Ida was 90. |
▰ Howard Rev Grier Died September 11, … More Information |
Howard Rev Grier, of Shelby, North Carolina, gained his wings on September 11, 1999. Howard was 77. Obituary published: September 12, 1999 in "Gaston G" |
▰ Herman Grier Died March 19, … More Information |
Herman Grier, of Charlotte, North Carolina, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before he March 19, 2003. Herman was 83. Obituary published: March 20, 2003 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ Herman Grier Died March 17, … More Information |
Herman Grier passed away March 17, 2003 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Obituary published: March 18, 2003 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ Henry Mack "Mack" Grier Died July 07, … More Information |
Henry Mack "Mack" Grier passed away July 7, 2003 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Obituary published: July 08, 2003 in "Winston-Salem J" |
▰ Helen Tucker (Tucker) Grier Died May 26, … More Information |
On May 26, 2009, Helen Tucker (Tucker) Grier, 81, of Southport, North Carolina left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home. Obituary published: May 27, 2009 in "BrunswickBeacon" |
▰ Helen Angela Grier Died April 14, … More Information |
Helen Angela Grier, age 46 of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, entered Heaven's gates on April 14, 2004. Obituary published: April 15, 2004 in "Shelby Star" |
▰ Helen Angela Grier Died April 14, … More Information |
Helen Angela Grier, age 46 of Kings Mountain, North Carolina passed away April 14, 2004. Obituary published: April 15, 2004 in "Gaston G" |
▰ Helen (Tucker) Grier Died May 23, … More Information |
Helen (Tucker) Grier, age 81 of Southport, North Carolina, entered eternal life May 23, 2009. Obituary published: May 24, 2009 in "Wilmington S-N" |
▰ Helen Grier Died April 12, … More Information |
On April 12, 2004, Helen Grier, 46 of Kings Mountain, North Carolina passed from this world into the next. Obituary published: April 13, 2004 in "Shelby Star" |
▰ Helen Grier Died April 12, … More Information |
Helen Grier, of Shelby, North Carolina, died on April 12, 2004. Helen was 46. Obituary published: April 13, 2004 in "Gaston G" |
▰ Helen Grier Died April 13, … More Information |
Helen Grier, of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, passed from this life on April 13, 2004. Helen was 46. Obituary published: April 14, 2004 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ Harold "Bucky" Grier Died July 13, … More Information |
Harold "Bucky" Grier, age 55 of Charlotte, North Carolina, joined the Lord July 13, 2004. Obituary published: July 14, 2004 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ Harold "Bucky" Grier Died July 14, … More Information |
Harold "Bucky" Grier, a resident of Charlotte, North Carolina for decades, died July 14, 2004 in Charlotte, North Carolina at the age of 55. Obituary published: July 15, 2004 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ Glenda Dobson Grier Died November 06, … More Information |
Glenda Dobson Grier, born August 7, 1944 went into the presence of the Lord on November 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Glenda was 68.
Family members and close friends: , Heidi Harrington, Ann Scandiffio, Ray & Shawna Evans, Jim Grier, Ellen Milano, Gail Burdine, Andy Spivey, Bob Delatte, Leslie Cobb, Kim & Brian Knolle, Janet Tourtellot, Cindy Roldan, Theresa Alsop, Kristi Kelly, Edith Tedder |
▰ Frances Marie (Mccauley) Grier Died October 09, … More Information |
Frances Marie (Mccauley) Grier, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord on October 9, 2002. Frances was 35. Obituary published: October 10, 2002 in "Daily Tribune" |
▰ Frances Maria (Mccauley) Grier Died October 09, … More Information |
Frances Maria (Mccauley) Grier, 35, went to be with the Lord on October 9, 2002 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Obituary published: October 10, 2002 in "Winston-Salem J" |
▰ Frances Maria (Mccauley) Grier Died October 09, … More Information |
Frances Maria (Mccauley) Grier, age 35 of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord October 9, 2002. Obituary published: October 10, 2002 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ Evelyn F Grier Died March 31, … More Information |
Evelyn F Grier, age 78 of Charlotte, North Carolina, went into the presence of the Lord on March 31, 2005. Obituary published: April 01, 2005 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ Evelyn (Ferguson) Grier Died March 29, … More Information |
Evelyn (Ferguson) Grier, of Charlotte, North Carolina, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master March 29, 2005. Evelyn was 78. Obituary published: March 30, 2005 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ Eugene Grier Died March 07, … More Information | Eugene Grier went into the presence of the Lord on March 7, 2015 in Charlotte, North Carolina. |
▰ Ethel Mae Grier Died August 23, … More Information |
Ethel Mae Grier left this earth on August 23, 2004 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Charlotte, North Carolina. Obituary published: August 24, 2004 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ Ethel (Carr) Grier Died August 24, … More Information |
Ethel (Carr) Grier, age 88 of Charlotte, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord on August 24, 2004. Obituary published: August 25, 2004 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ Elviage "Scrapp" Grier Died November 11, … More Information |
Elviage "Scrapp" Grier, age 79 of Cornelius, North Carolina, entered eternal life November 11, 1998. Obituary published: November 12, 1998 in "Charlotte Obs" |
▰ Ella Jay Grier Died February 16, … More Information |
Ella Jay Grier, age 88 of Statesville, North Carolina, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home February 16, 2001. Obituary published: February 17, 2001 in "Statesville L" |
▰ Elizabeth (Crawford) Grier Died June 14, … More Information |
Elizabeth (Crawford) Grier, of Gastonia, North Carolina, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home June 14, 2001. Elizabeth was 95. Obituary published: June 15, 2001 in "Gaston G" |
▰ Elizabeth Mack Grier Died October 21, … More Information | Elizabeth Mack Grier, born March 26, 1943 left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home October 21, 2016 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Elizabeth was 73. |
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