Walker, James. April 19. Mecklenburg County. R.R. May 7, 1847
(Source: Marriages and Death Notices in Raleigh Register and North Carolina State Gazette 1846-1855)
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(Source: Marriages and Death Notices in Raleigh Register and North Carolina State Gazette 1846-1855)
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(Source: Marriages and Death Notices in Raleigh Register and North Carolina State Gazette 1846-1855)
 CHARLOTTE -- Mr. Whittington, 90, of Charlotte affectionately known to his friends as "Art" and "Whitt" died peacefully Monday evening, August 10, 2009 at Presbyterian Hospital-Main. He was born April 29, 1919 in Durham, NC, son to the late Arthur D. and Kathleen Whittington. As a pharmaceutical salesman with Cutter Laboratories, he was recognized as a National Salesman of the Year on a number of occasions. The company awarded him with a number of trips, one which took him to Germany, behind the iron curtain where he had fought with General Patton's Third Army during World War II. Following his military commitment he continued his education, graduating from Duke University in 1947. He was a loyal supporter of his Blue Devils until his death. An active member of Myers Park Baptist Church since 1953, he was a dedicated member of the Fifth Dimension Sunday school Class and a long-time usher at the church. Art was an avid golfer and one of the original members of Carmel Country Club. He with his wife enjoyed being keepers of the Mammoth Oaks Community Park for a number of years. His many volunteer activities included volunteering for the past 25 years at CMC-Main.
He was preceded in death by his son, Arthur Donnell "Donn" Whittington in 1971 and out of love for their son, Art and Brownie were one of the founding parents of the Nevins Center, Inc. Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Frances "Brownie" Whittington, son, Thomas Edwin Whittington of Palm City, FL; and granddaughter, Heather Kathleen Whittington of Frederick, MD. He is also survived by a number of cousins. A memorial service celebrating his life will be at 11:00 AM Friday, August 14, 2009 at Myers Park Baptist Church.A reception will follow at the church in Heaton Hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Myers Park Baptist Church Sunshine Fund, 1900 Queens Road, Charlotte, NC 28207-0001. The family wishes to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to the doctors, nurses and all staff persons at Presbyterian Hospital for all their kindness, efficiency and caring not only to Mr. Whittington but to all of his family as well.
(Source: J B Tallent Funeral Home www.tallentfuneralservice.com; replicated with permission by Ronald E. Yates 8/13/2009; web_genealogist@yatesville.net)
CHARLOTTE -- Mrs. Lois Mesenbrink Wilhelm, 73, of Charlotte, died Thursday, March 11, 1999, at Carolinas Medical Center. Born July 29, 1925, in Bellwood, Ill., Mrs. Wilhelm attended St. John's Lutheran School and Proviso Township High School, as well as Valparaiso University. She was a member of All Saints Lutheran Church and the Republican Women's Club and served as a volunteer for Presbyterian Orthopaedic Hospital. Survivors include her husband, Norman D. Wilhelm, whom she married September 6, 1947; son, Timothy Wilhelm and his wife, Terri, of Charlotte; daughter, Debra Wilhelm Carter, of Durham; sister, Dorothy Wright, of Battle Creek, Mich.; and four grandchildren. Katie and Mike Wilhelm and Lynsey and Cathleen Carter. A service of worship in Mrs. Wilhelm's memory will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, March 14, in the Hankins & Whittington Chapel, with her pastor, the Reverend William Beyer, officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service. Private interment will be in Forest Lawn East Cemetery, in Matthew at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to All Saints Lutheran Church, 900 Seneca Place, Charlotte, N. C. 28210. Mrs. Wilhelm was a loving wife, devoted mother, and grandmother. She touched all who knew her. Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington, Dilworth Chapel.
(Herald-Sun (Durham, NC) March 13, 1999, Section: Obituaries, Page: B2. Submitted by Ida Maack Recu)
CHARLOTTE -- Mr. Norman D. Wilhelm, 73, of Charlotte, died March 28, 1999 at Carolina Medical Center. A memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 31, 1999 at McEwen Funeral Service Charlotte Chapel with Pastor William Beyer officiating. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. Family will receive friends today from 7-9 p.m. tonight, at the funeral home. Mr. Wilhelm was born on February 27, 1926 in LaPorte, Indiana, the son of the late Leo and Alice Wilhelm and the brother of Robert Wilhelm and Marge Wilhelm Beall, both deceased. He attended Valparaiso University where he met his wife of 51 years, Lois Mesenbrink Wilhelm, prior to serving in the Navy during WWII. He graduated from Purdue University. Norm was retired from Rea Construction Company. During his career he was active on the Carolinas AGC, American Concrete Pavers Association and other trade organizations. Norm was an active member of All Saints Lutheran Church, Queen City Optimist Club, the U. S. Power Squadron and USS LSM-LSMR Association. Norm was an avid sailor and boatman who embraced life to its fullest. Together with his wife Lois, he enjoyed traveling throughout the world. He will be remembered for his strong sense of integrity, his role as mentor to many, and his wonderful wit. Earlier this month Mr. Wilhelm was predeceased by his loving wife Lois. He is survived by his son, Tim Wilhelm and wife, Terri and daughter Debra Wilhelm Carter; grandchildren; Katie and Mike Wilhelm and Lynsey and Cathleen Carter. In lieu of flowers family requests memorials to be made to All Saints Lutheran Church, 900 Seneca Place, Charlotte, NC 28210. McEwen Funeral Service Charlotte Chapel is serving the Wilhelm family.
(Source: The Herald-Sun (Durham, NC) March 30, 1999, Section: Obituaries, Page: C2. Submitted by Ida Maack Recu) |