SALISBURY POST
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2011 • 9A
OBITUARIES
Obituaries continued Ted Delano Meacham Almeda Shive Barger Herbert Lee Johnston from page 6A HAMPSTEAD — Ted Delano Meacham, of 1104 Avila AvSALISBURY — Almeda CHINA GROVE — Her-
SALISBURY — Kenneth Emmitt Robbins, age 50, of 1545 Seventh Street Extension, Salisbury, passed away on Friday, Feb. 4, 2011, at Rowan Regional Hospital. Born Nov. 15, 1960, in Fulton County, Ga., he was a son of the late Emmitt Coolidge and Audrey Mae Diggs Robbins. Mr. Robbins worked in maintenance at a nursing home. He was a father figure to many people. He is survived by his wife, Diane Crump Robbins of the home; son, Andrew Robbins and wife, Crystal of Spencer; daughter, Nichole Webster and husband, Daniel of Fort Mill, S.C.; sisters, Diane Brunnett of Chester, S.C., Joyce Miller of York, S.C., Kathy Ramsey of Chester, S.C., Judy Compton of Chester, S.C. and Deborah Feaster of Chester, S.C.; grandchildren, Andrew Webster, Alivia Webster and Emmitt Robbins; and also a number of nieces and nephews. The family meeting place will be at the home of son Andrew Robbins at 335 McCubbins Street, Spencer, NC. Visitation: A visitation will be held at Impact Church 44 Cabarrus Avenue West Concord, NC 28025 on Monday, Feb. 7, from 3-4 p.m. Service: Funeral services will follow at 4 p.m. with Pastor Doug Houghton officiating. Hartsell Funeral Home of Concord is serving the Robbins family. Online condolences may be made at www.hartsellfh.com.
Miss Doris Lucille Allgood Visitation: 2-3 PM Monday Summersett Funeral Home Mrs. Almeda Shive Barger 11:00 AM - Wednesday Chapel of St. John's Lutheran Church Visitation:6:30-7:30 PM Tues.
With Sincere Thanks and Deeply Appreciated Expressions to Elder Richard Johnson and the members of Hall's Chapel Primitive Baptist Church, Pastors and members of Cornerstone Church, Dr. Desiree Johnson, Noble and Kelsey Funeral Home and friends.
The family of the late Theodore Lamont Bush, Sr.
Doris Lucille Allgood SALISBURY — Doris Lucille Allgood, age 84, of Salisbury died Friday, Feb. 4, 2011, at Rowan Regional Medical Center after being in declining health for several years. Born May 22, 1926, in Rowan County, she was the daughter of the late Ellis Eugene and Grace Heilig Allgood. She was educated in the East Spencer and Salisbury schools and graduated from Boyden High School. Miss Allgood was employed for Hoechst Celanese before retiring. She enjoyed gardening and tending her plants and flowers and also was an avid reader. Those left to cherish her memory are her sisters, Jackie Allgood of Taylorsville, Jean A. Hillard and husband, Herb of Greensboro and Dolores A. Whitacre of Ojai, Calif.; two nieces; and two nephews. Visitation: The family will receive friends from 2-3 p.m. Monday at the Summersett Funeral Home. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 222 S. Church St., Suite 303, Charlotte, NC 28202 or a charity of the donor's choice. Summersett Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.summersettfuneralhome.com.
Mary Ida Drye Cauble BURLINGTON — Mary Ida Drye Cauble, 79, formerly of Salisbury, died at the Hospice Home in Burlington on Saturday, Feb. 5, 2011. Service: Tuesday, Feb. 8, at 2 p.m., at the Rich & Thompson Chapel in Burlington. Visitation: 12:30-2 p.m. Tuesday prior to service. Condolences may be offered at www.richandthompson.com.
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“Pete” Shive Barger, age 93, of Salisbury passed away Friday, Feb. 4, 2011, at Rowan Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Barger was born Nov. 21, 1917, in Rowan County, she was the daughter of the late Elthie Fesperman Shive and James Shive. She graduated from the Rowan County Schools and was owner operator of Barger Grocery with her husband Edwin Bryce Barger. Mrs. Barger was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church and was active in the Alter Guild and the Golden Opportunity Group. Preceding her in death was her husband, Edwin Bryce Barger; two sisters; and one brother. Survivors include son, James Steven Barger of Mooresville; daughter, Jane B. Jones (Gerald) of Salisbury; granddaughters, Jennifer Johnston (Ed) and Jessica Everhart (Brad); and great grandson, Edward Johnston. Visitation: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 8, at Summersett Funeral Home. Service and Burial: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 9, at St. John's Lutheran Church Chapel conducted by Rev. Rhodes Woolly and Rev. David Nelson. Burial to follow at Chestnut Hill Cemetery. Memorials: St. John's Lutheran Church, 200 W. Innes St., Salisbury, NC 28144. Summersett Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.summersettfuneralhome.com.
- Army Sgt. 1st Class Anthony Venetz Jr., 30, of Prince William, Va., died Jan. 28 in Parwan province, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained in a non-combat incident. ——
- Army Spc. Joshua R. Campbell, 22, of Bennett, Colo.; and - Army Spc. Shawn A. Muhr, 26, of Coon Rapids, Iowa, died Jan. 29 in Helmand province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked their unit with an improvised explosive device. ——
- Army Spc. Omar Soltero, 28, of San Antonio, Texas, died Jan. 31 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.
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Cecil Carpenter expresses their sincerest gratitude to the N.C. Veterans Home and Hospice and Palliative Care of Rowan for the loving care given to their loved one. Blessings to you all! Ruby Ritchie (sister) and Family
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Robert was born March 15, 1963, in Pitt County, where he grew up until him family moved to Woodleaf in 1972. Robert was in FFA and wresting at West Rowan High School. He graduated in 1981. He was employed with many companies, which included Bringle Meats, Bendix, Certified Mechanical Inc., Fountain Boat Company and Natco. One of his most treasured moments was the day Dakota was born. Robert enjoyed being with his family, friends and Jack. He enjoyed grilling and watching sports. Robert was an avid N.C. State fan and Oakland Raiders fan. Carl Edwards was his favorite NASCAR driver. Robert was a very caring and loving guy. It was always an adventure with him. Remember all the good times spent with him. He will be truly missed, but not forgotten. Family members will be in attendance.
Gilbert Lee Jones Correction CLEVELAND — Gilbert Lee Jones, age 60, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2011, at his residence. Born Aug. 4, 1950, in Philadelphia, Pa., he was the son of Tommie Lee Jones of Philadelphia, Pa. And the late Olivia Lucille Fowler Jones. Hairston Funeral Home, Inc. is assisting the Jones Family.
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bert Lee Johnston, age 85, passed away Thursday, Feb. 3, 2011, at Carolinas Medical Center-NorthEast in Concord. Mr. Johnston was born Feb. 3, 1926, in Rowan County. He was a son of the late L. Guy Johnston and Lillian Eller Johnston. Mr. Johnston graduated from China Grove High School and went directly into the United States Navy serving in the Atlantic and Pacific theaters in World War II. After returning home, he worked for the Salisbury Post newspaper for 18 years and later retired from the purchasing department at Cabarrus Memorial Hospital in 1987. Mr. Johnston was honored to be asked to serve as master of ceremonies for numerous classes of graduates of China Grove High in the mid-forties. He had a real love for old classic and muscle cars and owned many over the years. He helped organize the Corvette Club of North Carolina early in the 60's and served as president for many years. At the time of his death, he still owned his prized 1962 Corvette and 1923 Model-T Ford and still drove them to cruise-ins locally. As an animal lover, he always had pets and could never stand to see one who needed a friend and didn't have one. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Duwan Johnston and Harry Johnston; and one sister, Rebecca Cranford. Mr. Johnston is survived by his wife, Annie Mae Westmoreland Johnston; and a number of nieces and nephews. Four of his nephews who shared his love for cars and went with him to shows and cruise-ins are Andrew Morrison, Taylor Deyton, Casey Grande and Keevan Johnston. Services: A memorial service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 9, at First United Methodist Church in China Grove. Rev. George Yates will officiate. A reception will follow the service to greet friends. There will be an entombment service with military honors at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 9, at the Salisbury National Cemetery. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, 110 West Church Street, China Grove, NC 28023 or Faithful Friends of Salisbury, 322 East Fisher Street, Salisbury, NC 28144. Lady's Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the family of Mr. Johnston. Remembrances may be sent to the family at www.ladysfuneralhome.com.
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SCERTZ, Texas — Everett Debell Crockett, loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, left this life peacefully on Feb. 1, 2011. Everett was born Dec. 20, 1920, in Reed, W.Va. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. After joining the Charleston, W.Va., Police Department in 1949, Everett retired as a Lieutenant in 1981 with numerous commendations. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police until his death. He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Gloria Lane Crockett (2009); multiple brothers and sisters; and his great-granddaughter, Kassandra. Everett is survived by sons Ronald Crockett and wife Nancy of Garden Ridge, Texas, Everett L. Crockett and wife Karen of Cleveland, Texas; brother Howard Crockett of Raleigh, N.C; granddaughter Michelle Crockett McHone of Celina, Texas; grandson Michael Crockett and his wife, Brandi, of San Antonio, Texas; and his beloved great-grandchildren, Justen, Wesley, Payton and Parker Crockett of San Antonio, Texas, and Ryan and Eryn McHone of Gunter, Texas. Visitation and Burial: Visitation is at Schertz Funeral Home 2217 F.M. 3009, Schertz, TX 78154, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. Monday, Feb. 7. Interment with military honors will be at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, in San Antonio, Texas, on Wednesday, Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. “Just when all faith was lost, God whispered 'Heaven needed a Hero.' ” You are invited to sign the electronic guestbook at www. schertzfuneralhome.com
enue, Hampstead, passed away Thursday, Feb. 3, 2011, at the Woodbury Wellness Center of Hampstead. He succumbed to the ravages of Alzheimer's after a 10 year battle with the disease. Born to Theodore Wesley Meacham and Dorothy Horton Meacham in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County on Oct. 21, 1934. He was a 1953 graduate of Harding High School. He spent nine years in the Air National Guard of NC and the Reserve of the United States Air Force. Ted was a 10 year member of the Topsail Baptist Church on Highway 17, donating his time and financial resources to his church and his community. His personal interests included designing and drawing architectural plans for his family's own custom homes, as well as, plans for family and personal friends. He loved his and his wifes' dream retirement home on the Intra coastal waterway in Hampstead. He loved being outdoors, whether it was working in his yard, working on one of the family vehicles, or helping around his community. His interests also included camping trips with his family and traveling in retirement with his wife. He began his career with Whitin Machine as a draftsman after graduating from Harding High School. He joined Pritchard Paint & Glass Company in Charlotte in late 1957. As his career progressed, he relocated his family to Salisbury, then Raleigh and eventually in 1995, he and his wife retired to the Wilmington area where he lived until his passing. He is survived by the love of his life of 54 years, Jean. He is also survived by four grown children, Stanley Ted, of Denver, Colo., Anthony Mark, of Hampstead, Alisha Meacham Grkman and Jim, of Salisbury and Eric Wesley and Amy of Wilmington. Ted is also survived by five grandchildren, Mark Meacham, Amanda Meacham Connor and Jeremy, Zachary Grkman, Sidney Grkman and Ava Meacham; and one greatgrandchild, Brooke Connor. Service: A private service was held on Saturday, Feb. 5, at Andrews Mortuary of Hampstead with Pastor Rick Armstrong officiating. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family sincerely wishes that any contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Eastern North Carolina, 3737 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 100, Raleigh, NC, 27612. The family would like to recognize the kindness and understanding of the staff and administration at the Woodbury Wellness Center in Hampstead. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com.
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