ᐅ North Carolina Death Notices 2009-2025
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▰ Kathleen (Shore) Somers

Died May 26, … More Information
Kathleen (Shore) Somers, age 81 of Hamptonville, North Carolina, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home May 26, 2011.
Obituary published: May 27, 2011 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ Joyce (Ratliff) Somers

Died October 24, … More Information
Joyce (Ratliff) Somers, age 51 of Raliegh, North Carolina, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home October 24, 2001.
Obituary published: October 25, 2001 in "Salisbury P"

▰ Joseph Stephen "Steve" Somers

Died June 09, … More Information
Joseph Stephen "Steve" Somers, of Pinnacle, North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven June 9, 2008. Joseph was 72.
Obituary published: June 10, 2008 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ John Somers

Died October 30, … More Information
John Somers, born June 7, 1922 passed away peacefully October 30, 2015 in Raleigh, North Carolina. John was 93. Tags: #Gladyce #William #Hoefling #Providence #Jersey #Evan #Florida #Chicago #Illinois #Frank #Anna #Betty #California #Maher #Elizabeth #Gladie #Raleigh #North #Blessed #High #Polka #Beer #Preservation #Encouragement #Barber #Quartet #America #Plainfield #Linden #International #Four #First #Insignia #Fort #York #Jack #Sweet #Iselin #Boutonnieres #Poughkeepsia #Royal #Moose #Club #Mid- #Town #Jacks #Bills #East #Pennsylvania #Chapter #Greater #Chorus #Elder- #Elks #Plus #Lake #Senior #Saint #Archangel #Church #Eucharistic #Polio #Guillain- #Syndrome #Randy #Becky #Uchenna #Brown- #Millbrook #Catholic #Falls #Neuse
Obituary: Jack Somers, 93, died at home on night, 30, with his wife by his side. Jack was born 7, 1922, in Bayonne, New Jersey.

He is survived by his wife of almost 54 years, Gladyce Heckel, and two nephews, William (Kathy) Hoefling, of New Providence, New Jersey, and their son, Evan Hoefling, of Florida, and R. Mark Hoefling (Joanne) of Chicago, Illinois, and a cousin, William McGee.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank Somers and Anna McGee and sister-in-law Betty (William) Hoefling, of Mtn. View, California.

Jack had a wonderful and satisfying career working 30 years for Maher Terminals, coordinating off-loading of merchandise from cargo ships at the waterfront docks in Elizabeth, New Jersey. He retired in 1989 and he and Gladie decided to move to a warmer climate to Raleigh, North Carolina.

Jack loved to sing in shows in Blessed Sacrament High School, where he formed acapella groups. He had 67 years singing in numerous quartets, beginning singing bass in 1948, with the Polka Dots, the Beer Steins, etc. He then joined the SPEBSQSA (Society of Preservation and Encouragement of Barber Shop Quartet Singing in America, INC.) in 1949. He joined the Plainfield Chapter, then the Linden Chapter in 1950 where he sang with the International Four. He founded the Elizabeth Chapter in 1951, then formed a Quartet Betsytown Four. He received the First Army Insignia Pins at Fort Hancock, New Jersey, in recognition of five years voluntary service entertaining the troops in the New York and New Jersey areas.

At the Elizabeth Chapters summer picnic in 1958, Jack met Gladie, who was a Sweet Adeline. He pursued her for three years and they were married 10, 1961. In 1962 Jack joined the Iselin Chapter and was an active member until his move to Raleigh. In 1963 he joined the Boutonnieres Quartet and sang from Chicago North to Poughkeepsia and as far south as Florida. The quartet was twice crowned champions, first and second place two years in a row for the Royal Order of Moose International. He was appointed to be the first area counselor of the suburban area, which covered five states. He was elected to the DELASUSQUEHUDMAC Club, the honor club of the Mid-Atlantic district. Then he joined the Four On The Town Quartet-Two Jacks And Two Bills, singing all over the East Coast, from Pennsylvania to Florida. moving to Raleigh, he became a member of the RTP Chapter, Greater Assembly Chorus, in Raleigh his quartet was the Elder-Baris.

He was a life member until present of the Moose, a life time member of the Elks, The 55 Plus Club, the Lake Lynn Senior Club, and was an active member of the Saint Raphael the Archangel Catholic Church, wearing many hats as a greeter, reader, Eucharistic Minister and member of the choir.

With Polio at age two and post-Polio, he never held himself back until he became wheelchair bound at about age 80, when he got Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), he never lost his will to fight to beat them both with a positive attitude until the end came.

His intellect and extreme wit and repertoire of jokes were rare. Jack loved everyone and everyone loved him. There will never be another Jack Somers.

His wife wishes to thank Randy B., Becky A., and Uchenna O., who extended his life two years at home, and neighbors and friends. Cremation was made by Brown-Wynne , Millbrook Road, Raleigh. A memorial service will be held on , 13, 2015, at Saint Raphaels Catholic Church, 5801 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, with visitation from 2:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M., with the memorial service beginning at 3:00 P.M.

In lieu of flowers, please contact his spouse regarding a contribution towards a memorial in Jacks name.

▰ John "Jack" Somers

Died October 30, … More Information
John "Jack" Somers, born June 7, 1922 joined the Lord October 30, 2015 in Raleigh, North Carolina. John was 93.
Family members and close friends: , Mary Evans, Joe Caprara, Alison Hildebrand, Bob Seip

▰ James Somers

Died July 19, … More Information
James Somers, age 81 of Asheville, North Carolina, died on July 19, 2001.
Obituary published: July 20, 2001 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Howard Adam Somers

Died November 04, … More Information
Howard Adam Somers, age 92 of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, died on November 4, 2003.
Obituary published: November 05, 2003 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ Howard (Adam) Somers

Died November 05, … More Information
Howard (Adam) Somers, age 92 of North Carolina, born in Knightstown, Indiana, joined the Lord November 5, 2003.
Obituary published: November 06, 2003 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ Hilda (Price) Somers

Died March 13, … More Information
Hilda (Price) Somers, age 90 of King, North Carolina, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master March 13, 2002.
Obituary published: March 14, 2002 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ Hamilton C "Papaw" Jr Somers

Died October 23, … More Information
Hamilton C "Papaw" Jr Somers, age 81 of Statesville, North Carolina, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before Hamilton October 23, 2006.
Obituary published: October 24, 2006 in "Statesville L"

▰ Graham Watson Somers

Died September 14, … More Information
Graham Watson Somers, born October 27, 1920 passed from this world into the next September 14, 2015 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Graham was 94. Tags: #Greensboro #Graham #World #First #Army #Artillery #Scotland #Queen #England #France #Germany #Post #Fort #Adresse #French #Paris #Berea #Mars #University #Masters #Duke #Alexander #Junior #School #Mary #Cooper #Somers #Charlotte #Ruth #Lewis #Denver #Esther #Presswood #Alexis #Pineville #Park #Thompson #Chapel #Church #Forney #Road #Greater
Obituary: Graham Watson Somers, 94, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully with his daughter by his side on , 14th. Son of the late Arthur Asbury Somers and Minnie Adams, Mr. Somers was born in Greensboro on 27, 1920. Between the years of 1943 and 1946, Graham served honorably in World War II as First Lieutenant in the US Army Coast Artillery Corps. He arrived in Scotland on the Queen Mary in of 1944 and proceeded to England, France and Germany. the war, he served as Post Adjutant at Fort Sainte Adresse in LeHavre, France, before returning to the states. Most recently, he received a medal of honor from the French government for his role in the liberation of Paris.
Graham attended Berea in KY and Mars Hill University in NC and received his Masters Degree from Duke University. Graham was a retired teacher and taught for more than 40 years in the NC public school system, most recently at Alexander Graham Junior High School. Active in national, state and local educational organizations, he was one of a group of teachers instrumental in obtaining insurance for NC educators. Mr. Somers is predeceased by his wife, Mary Helen Cooper Somers. He is survived by his daughter, Mary Lynn Somers of Charlotte; two sisters, Ruth Somers Lewis of Denver, NC, and Esther Somers Presswood of Alexis, NC, and many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends at McEwen Pineville Chapel, 10500 Park Road, Charlotte, on , 17th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. service will be on , 18th, at 2:00 pm at Thompson Memorial Chapel EMC Church, 7449 Forney Hill Road, Denver, NC. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Greater Charlotte SPCA, PO Box 77491, Charlotte, NC 28271. Online condolences may be left at www.mcewenpinevillechapel. com

▰ Graham Watson Somers

Died September 14, … More Information
Graham Watson Somers, born October 27, 1920 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord September 14, 2015 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Graham was 94.
Family members and close friends: , Joanne Robinson, Jan Ivey, Ruth Boulware, Joe Taylor, Mary Lineberger Barnett, John Chaffee, Tom Lawrence, Kristy Land Griffin, Mary Lynn Somers

▰ Grace S Somers

Died April 29, … More Information
Grace S Somers left this earth on April 29, 2003 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Elkin, North Carolina.
Obituary published: April 30, 2003 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ Frances (Ashley) Somers

Died April 13, … More Information
Frances (Ashley) Somers, of Statesville, North Carolina, entered into eternal rest April 13, 2005. Frances was 79.
Obituary published: April 14, 2005 in "Statesville L"

▰ Frances (Ashley) Somers

Died April 14, … More Information
Frances (Ashley) Somers, age 79 of Statesville, North Carolina, entered into eternal rest April 14, 2005.
Obituary published: April 15, 2005 in "Statesville L"

▰ Ethel (Owen) Somers

Died December 01, … More Information
Ethel (Owen) Somers, age 93 of Salisbury, North Carolina, gained her wings on December 1, 2003.
Obituary published: December 02, 2003 in "Salisbury P"

▰ Edith B Somers

Died February 10, … More Information
Edith B Somers, born October 11, 1920 entered the Kingdom of Heaven February 10, 2014 in Greensboro, North Carolina. Edith was 93.
Family members and close friends: , Fred Lomax

▰ David Calvin Somers

Died July 31, … More Information
David Calvin Somers, of Liberty, North Carolina, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before he July 31, 2003. David was 66.
Obituary published: August 01, 2003 in "Burlington T-N"

▰ Connie Mae (Gregory) Somers

Died February 23, … More Information
Connie Mae (Gregory) Somers, age 96 of Wilkesboro, North Carolina, entered eternal life February 23, 2006.
Obituary published: February 24, 2006 in "Statesville L"

▰ Cleo Campbell Somers

Died January 15, … More Information
Cleo Campbell Somers, born October 14, 1925 entered Heaven's gates on January 15, 2013 in Harmony, North Carolina. Cleo was 87.
Family members and close friends: , Gaylynn Perry, Jimmy, Amy & Ava Kestler, Mimi Shelton, Reavis Funeral Home

▰ Cledus Coleman Somers

Died August 07, … More Information
Cledus Coleman Somers, born February 24, 1933 passed from this world into the next August 7, 2017 in Hamptonville, North Carolina. Cledus was 84.

▰ Charles Freeman Jr Somers

Died September 07, … More Information
Charles Freeman Jr Somers, of Elon, North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven September 7, 2003. Charles was 60.
Obituary published: September 08, 2003 in "Burlington T-N"

▰ Cecil Grant Somers

Died October 24, … More Information
Cecil Grant Somers, age 55 of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, passed away peacefully October 24, 2006.
Obituary published: October 25, 2006 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ Billy D Somers

Died February 11, … More Information
Billy D Somers, age 71 of Washington, North Carolina, entered eternal life February 11, 2001.
Obituary published: February 12, 2001 in "Raleigh N & O"

▰ Betty Ruth (Vaughan) Somers

Died December 07, … More Information
Betty Ruth (Vaughan) Somers, 81, went to be with the Lord on December 7, 2018 in Randleman, North Carolina.
Obituary published: December 08, 2018 in "Roanoke Times (VA)"

▰ Annie Mae (Smith) Somers

Died November 24, … More Information
Annie Mae (Smith) Somers, 69 of Burlington, North Carolina, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master, November 24, 2003.
Obituary published: November 25, 2003 in "Burlington T-N"

▰ John "Drew" Somerford

Died March 03, … More Information
John "Drew" Somerford, age 71 of North Carolina, born in Washington, District of Columbia, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before John March 3, 2018.
Obituary published: March 04, 2018 in "Wash DC Post (DC)"

▰ Anne Lee (Hughes) Somera

Died February 14, … More Information
Anne Lee (Hughes) Somera, age 72 of Knotts Island, North Carolina, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she February 14, 2002.
Obituary published: February 15, 2002 in "Norfolk V-P (VA)"

▰ Glenda F Someliana

Died August 31, … More Information
Glenda F Someliana, born May 27, 1941 departed this life Sunday August 31, 2013 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Glenda was 72.

▰ Glenda Someliana

Died August 31, … More Information
Glenda Someliana, born May 27, 1941 went into the presence of the Lord on August 31, 2013 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Glenda was 72.
Family members and close friends: , Jimmy Ward, Nancy Baker, Kimberly Someliana Borders, Judith Fuller, Jeff And Michelle Selk, Leigh Henderson

▰ Michael Anand Somaru

Died November 09, … More Information
Michael Anand Somaru, born October 26, 1993 entered Heaven's gates on November 9, 2014 in 1. New Hanover, North Carolina. Michael was 21. Tags: #Hanover #North
Obituary: Michael was born on 26, 1993 and passed away on , 9, 2014. Michael was a resident of 1. New Hanover, North Carolina.

▰ Michael Anand Somaru

Died November 09, … More Information
Michael Anand Somaru, born October 26, 1993 passed from this world into the next November 9, 2014 in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Michael was 21.
Family members and close friends: , Kusum Naidu, Kathy Hazel, Ashu Gaji, Afafe Dayeh, Terry And Melissa Carpenter, Veena Yadav

▰ Joseph Soltz

Died April 28, … More Information
Joseph Soltz, age 81 of North Carolina, born in Virginia, joined the Lord April 28, 2007.
Obituary published: April 29, 2007 in "Norfolk V-P (VA)"

▰ Joseph Soltz

Died April 27, … More Information
Joseph Soltz, of North Carolina, born in Virginia, departed this life Sunday April 27, 2007. Joseph was 81.
Obituary published: April 28, 2007 in "Norfolk V-P (VA)"

▰ Melba Florena (Williams) Soltow

Died April 27, … More Information
Melba Florena (Williams) Soltow, age 83 of New Bern, North Carolina, passed away peacefully April 27, 2006.
Obituary published: April 28, 2006 in "New Bern SJ"

▰ Mary Lee Soltow

Died January 29, … More Information
Mary Lee Soltow, born January 17, 1933 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord January 29, 2015 in New Bern, North Carolina. Mary was 82. Tags: #George #Julie #Blalock #Bern #Debbie #Mike #Sanders #Favreau #Mark #Soltow #Raleigh #Michael #Richard #Jeremy #Kevin #Chris #Nicole #Sean #Justin #Danielle #Kyle #Hunter #Stephanie #Matt #Jordyn #Jaylin #Jace #Brooklyn #London #Cotten #Chapel #Greenleaf #Park
Obituary: Mary Soltow, 82, of New Bern, passed away , 29, 2015.

She loved her family and loved having her family all together.

She is preceded in death by her husband George Soltow.

She is survived by her children Julie (Robert) Blalock of New Bern, Debbie Fulcher of New Bern, Mike (Mary) Sanders of New Bern, Pat (Marc) Favreau of New Bern, Mark (Debby) Sanders of New Bern, George Earl Soltow of Raleigh, Michael (Michelle) of New Bern; brother Richard Crowther (Nancy); grandchildren Jeremy (Jodi) Blalock, Kevin (Erin) Blalock, Chris Carter, Nicole Favreau, Sean Favreau, Justin Fulcher, Danielle Kowalsky and fiancé Kyle, Hunter Sanders, Stephanie and Matt Doughty; great grandchildren Jordyn, Jaylin, Jace, Brooklyn, London and Hunter.

service will be , 31, 2015 at 2:00 pm at Cotten Chapel. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow the service at Greenleaf Memorial Park.

▰ Mary Soltow

Died January 29, … More Information
Mary Soltow, born January 17, 1933 entered eternal life January 29, 2015 in New Bern, North Carolina. Mary was 82.
Family members and close friends: , Brad, Brian, And Bennett Myers, June Packard, Bruce Morrison, Marty Freeman, Delzora Clark

▰ George D Soltow

Died April 11, … More Information
George D Soltow, of New Bern, North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven April 11, 2009. George was 66.
Obituary published: April 12, 2009 in "New Bern SJ"

▰ Rosemarie Margaret (Heinlein) Soltis

Died February 11, … More Information
Rosemarie Margaret (Heinlein) Soltis, born May 10, 1929 joined the Lord February 11, 2014 in Cary, North Carolina. Rosemarie was 84.
Family members and close friends: , Bob And Cindy Heinlein, Grand Kid

▰ Ricardo Gallardo Soltero

Died September 01, … More Information
Ricardo Gallardo Soltero, age 55 of Asheville, North Carolina, was anxious to meet his Maker and Master September 1, 2002.
Obituary published: September 02, 2002 in "Asheville C-T"

▰ Harry Louis Solter

Died May 01, … More Information
Harry Louis Solter, born October 6, 1935 was anxious to meet his Maker and Master May 1, 2017 in New Bern, North Carolina. Harry was 81.

▰ Harry Louis Solter Jr

Died May 01, … More Information
Harry Louis Solter Jr , born October 6, 1935 went to be with his Lord and Savior May 1, 2017 in New Bern, North Carolina. Harry was 81.

▰ Elaine Dorothy Solter

Died May 29, … More Information
Elaine Dorothy Solter, born April 4, 1932 went to be with the Lord on May 29, 2013 in New Bern, North Carolina. Elaine was 81.
Family members and close friends: , James Brabeck

▰ Isabelle (Torrence) Solt

Died December 28, … More Information
Isabelle (Torrence) Solt, of Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, went to be with her Lord and Savior December 28, 2006. Isabelle was 93.
Obituary published: December 29, 2006 in "Courier-T"

▰ Harvey Wade Jr Solt

Died February 16, … More Information
Harvey Wade Jr Solt, age 86 of North Carolina, born in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, joined the Lord February 16, 2002.
Obituary published: February 17, 2002 in "Daily Tribune"

▰ Ann (Jones) Solt

Died October 30, … More Information
Ann (Jones) Solt, of North Carolina, entered eternal life October 30, 2005. Ann was 81.
Obituary published: October 31, 2005 in "Charlotte Obs"

▰ Betty Lou (Burk) Solsman

Died December 19, … More Information
Betty Lou (Burk) Solsman, age 71 of North Carolina, born in Ohio, went into the presence of the Lord on December 19, 2007.
Obituary published: December 20, 2007 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Adrienne Jo Ann Soloweyko

Died April 17, … More Information
Adrienne Jo Ann Soloweyko, born July 3, 1926 died on April 17, 2015 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Adrienne was 88. Tags: #Lincoln #Joseph #Ernestine #Drake #William #Soloweyko #Klondike #Thayne #Shirley #John #Christopher #Laura #Great- #Aiden #Deans #Charlotte #Service #Sharon #Park #Mausoleum #Adrienne #Staff
Obituary: Mrs. Adrienne Dean Soloweyko, 88, of Charlotte, passed away on , 17, 2015 at Carolinas Medical -Main. A native of Lincoln, CA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph John and Ernestine Gladys Drake Pacheco. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Bill Soloweyko aka Klondike Bill; and by two sisters, Thayne Vitali and Shirley K. Richardson.

Dean is survived by her daughter, Thayne Brigman and her husband John; by a grandson, Christopher Brigman and his wife Laura; by a Great-Grandson, Aiden Brigman; and by two nieces and one nephew.

A service celebrating Deans life will be held on , 26, 2015 in the Charlotte Chapel of McEwen Service at Sharon Memorial Park at 1:30 PM. The family will receive friends from 11:30 until 1:30 PM, prior to the service. Entombment in the Mausoleum at Sharon Memorial Park will be private.

In lieu of the customary remembrances, the family requests that memorial contributions in memory of Adrienne Dean Soloweyko be directed to the organization of the donors choice.

The Staff of McEwen Service at Sharon Memorial Park is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements for the Soloweyko family. Condolences may be sent to the Soloweyko family online at https://www.mcewenfs.com

▰ Adrienne "Dean" Jo Ann Pacheco Soloweyko

Died April 17, … More Information
Adrienne "Dean" Jo Ann Pacheco Soloweyko, born July 3, 1926 passed away peacefully April 17, 2015 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Adrienne was 88.
Family members and close friends: , Paula Onxley, Danny Bounous, Janetta, Johnny Brigman, Imelda Rangel, Mary Riggsbee, Judi Bull, Christopher Brigman, Frances Crockett, Thayne Brigman

▰ Thelma Woolard Soloway

Died July 28, … More Information
Thelma Woolard Soloway, 89, of Wilmington, North Carolina gained her wings on July 28, 2009.
Obituary published: July 29, 2009 in "StatePortPilot"
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