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Memoriam
Steven L. Summers
Born in San Rafael, CA on September 14, 1951, he was the son of the late Martha Marie Wakefield Summers and Clifford Leslie Summers. Steven was an Eagle Scout and was very active in Cub Scout Pack 443. He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Susan Cowart Summers. Those
left to cherish his memory are his son, Scott Summers (Elizabeth) of
Valdosta, GA; daughter, Stephanie Kafitz (Timothy) of Salisbury;
brother, Michael Summers of Atlanta, GA; grandchildren, Brandon Kafitz
and Christopher Kafitz. ![]() From the lakes, from the hills, from the sky All is well, safely rest God is nigh. And a star gems the sky, gleaming bright From afar, drawing near Falls the night. Neath the sun, neath the stars, neath the sky As we go, this we know God is nigh. |
William Clarence Phelps
Born April 30, 1946 in Rowan County, he was the son of the late Lucille Lankford Phelps and William C. Phelps, Sr. He was educated in the Davie County schools, graduated from Davie County High School, Class of 1965 and attended Rowan Cabarrus County Community College. Mr. Phelps was a veteran of the US Army Reserves. Mr. Phelps was employed for Fiber Industries, later becoming Hoechst Celanese before retiring. He was a member of Corinth Church of Christ, served as an Assistant Cub Scout Master and Assistant Boy Scout Master at Bethel Lutheran Church and Central United Methodist. Those left to cherish his memory
are his wife of 52 years, Rebecca “Becky” Boyd Phelps; daughter,
Melanie Harrison and husband PJ of Cleveland, TN; son, William “Scott”
Phelps of Charlotte; sisters, Mary McClamroch and husband Bryant of
Harmony, Peggy Cromer of Woodleaf; brothers, Marvin Phelps and fiance’
Twila Martin of Cleveland and Charlie Phelps and wife Dena of
Mocksville; and he was a loving Pop Pop to his grandchildren, Camille
Harrison, Julian Harrison and Lyla Harrison. ![]() From the lakes, from the hills, from the sky All is well, safely rest God is nigh. And a star gems the sky, gleaming bright From afar, drawing near Falls the night. Neath the sun, neath the stars, neath the sky As we go, this we know God is nigh. |
Earl Sides
![]() Born in Davidson County on November 5, 1928, he was the son of the late George Harley Sides, Sr. and Jencie Lenora Trogden Sides. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two brothers, George H. Sides, Jr. and James Ray Sides and his son-in-law, Edward Paul Ritch. Earl graduated from China Grove High School and then from Catawba College. During his years at Catawba, he sang with the Catawba College Octet, traveling to sing in the Hollywood Bowl. After college, he began his career in banking at Scottish Bank. He retired from Wells Fargo as a Commercial Loan Officer. Mr. Sides was greatly involved in his church, Milford Hills United Methodist Church, where he was a Lifetime Member of the Milford Hills Men, served as Choir Director for 25 years, taught the Adult Sunday School Class and was a Lay Leader Representative for many years and helped with the church Missions Trips. He served as a Boy Scout Leader, having received the highest award, The Silver Beaver Award; he was a member of the Franklin Ellis Lions Club; was an American Red Cross volunteer; served on the Rowan Helping Ministries Board and was a volunteer with the Rowan County Board of Elections. Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 67 years, Betty Jean Freeze Sides; son, Larry Earl Sides and wife Luanne of China Grove; daughter, Vicky Sides Ritch of Charlotte; brother, Rev. Curtis Levi Sides and wife Carol; sisters, Janice Sides Peeler and husband Gregory and Rebecca Sebastian and husband, Chris. He also is survived by his grandchildren, April Lauren Sides (Tammy Maegher), Jennifer Lynne Ritch, Stephanie Anne Ritch, Mark Robert Sides (Lauren), and Elizabeth Jean Sides and two great-grandchildren, Makinley Sides and Parker Sides. The family will receive friends Wednesday, May 2, 2018 from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM at Milford Hills United Methodist Church. ![]() From the lakes, from the hills, from the sky All is well, safely rest God is nigh. And a star gems the sky, gleaming bright From afar, drawing near Falls the night. Neath the sun, neath the stars, neath the sky As we go, this we know God is nigh. |
Ken Denaux
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Ernest E. McCray, Jr.
![]() Captain Ernest E. McCray, Jr. (Retired Captain of the Salisbury Fire
Department), 85, of Salisbury, N.C. peacefully passed away Monday, March
11, 2019 at The Laurels of Salisbury. Born in Salisbury, he was the son
of the late Ernest E. McCray, Sr. and Wendlian Moore McCray Moss. He
was the step-son of the late Grady E. Moss, Sr. In addition to his
parents, Ernest was preceded in death by his brother, Grady E. Moss, Jr.
and a niece, Miss Karina Moss. Ernest was a graduate of J. C. Price
High School, where his talents in football earned him the title of “Mr.
Touchdown.” He was inducted into the Price High School Athletic Hall of
Fame in 2007; honored by the City of Salisbury Schools for Football
Championships in 2012; and inducted into the Salisbury-Rowan Sports Hall
of Fame in 2016. While attending North Carolina Central University,
Ernest received the draft and joined the United States Navy. He served
ten years in the Navy. During this time, Ernest received a commendation
for saving the life of a fellow ship-mate aboard the USS Chara (AKA-58),
the China Services Medal, National Defense Service Medal and was also
named “Sailor of the Month.” Some of Ernest's civic awards were: Human
Society Award for the Rescue of Animals; Optimist of the Year; Martin
Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award; Optimist Presidential Award of
Rowan County; and the Habitat for Humanity of Rowan County “Construction
Volunteer of the Year” Award. Ernest was a dedicated member of Soldiers
Memorial A. M. E. Zion Church of Salisbury. He organized a Boy Scout
Troop and served as its first Scoutmaster. Faithfully serving in various
positions at the church, Ernest most loved working with and serving the
children of the Zion Hills ministry. The church awarded him the
“Outstanding Dedication and Support” Men's Day Award in 2013. In 2005,
Ernest was featured in an article in the Salisbury Post entitled “Mr.
Touchdown – End Zone McCray's Home.” He was also honored with a feature
display at the Rowan Museum as the first Black Officer of the Salisbury
Fire Department. Ernest also served as Vice-President of Pete-Earl-Bea,
Inc., a family owned business. Those left to cherish his memory are his
wife of 57 years, Frances M. McCray; two sons, Ernest “Pete” McCray, III
(U.S. Army - Ret) and William McCray, Sr. (Shanna); one daughter, Wendy
McKie (Herman); a sister-in-law, Shirley Moss; seven grandchildren; a
host of nephews, nieces and cousins; God-children, Rev. Emily Rivers,
Robyn Rivers, and Ebony Rivers-Boyd; family- in-Christ, Tom, Evelyn and
Matthew Lowman; and his comrades of the Salisbury Fire Department. ![]() From the lakes, from the hills, from the sky All is well, safely rest God is nigh. And a star gems the sky, gleaming bright From afar, drawing near Falls the night. Neath the sun, neath the stars, neath the sky As we go, this we know God is nigh. |
Ron Niederman
![]() ![]() From the lakes, from the hills, from the sky All is well, safely rest God is nigh. And a star gems the sky, gleaming bright From afar, drawing near Falls the night. Neath the sun, neath the stars, neath the sky As we go, this we know God is nigh. |
Glenn Stebe
![]() ![]() From the lakes, from the hills, from the sky All is well, safely rest God is nigh. And a star gems the sky, gleaming bright From afar, drawing near Falls the night. Neath the sun, neath the stars, neath the sky As we go, this we know God is nigh. |
Steve Williams
![]() Steve was a lifelong member of Grace Lutheran Church and attended the Senior Sunday School Class. He was a Scout or Scouter for over 50 years. He was a Cub Scout, Boy Scout and adult leader. A Vigil member of the Order of the Arrow and a longtime member of the Cook Team. Steve helped take Scout units to Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico 4 times. He was an active leader of the troop at Grace Lutheran Church and a longtime leader of Troop 375 at First Methodist in China Grove. He was a Woodbadge trained leader and assisted at District and Council events. The Scouts loved him because he could make the boys laugh and feel comfortable while camping. He kept many a homesick Scout involved and active. He loved playing cards and making a difference in the lives of so many. He was a vital part of our Scouting program. Steve was an avid sports fan, especially baseball where his favorite team was the Atlanta Braves. He also loved the Carolina Panthers and spent endless time “bantering” with Pastor Jerome about them. Steve was extremely outgoing and loved people. He loved his family and “cared” for his mother prior to her death. Left to cherish his precious memory are his sister, Linda Williams of the home and his most beloved dog, Tiny. He also leaves behind many cousins and numerous friends. https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/china-grove-nc/steve-williams-9003683
God is nigh. And a star gems the sky, gleaming bright From afar, drawing near Falls the night. Neath the sun, neath the stars, neath the sky As we go, this we know God is nigh. |
John W. Earnhardt Jr.
![]() ![]() From the lakes, from the hills, from the sky All is well, safely rest God is nigh. And a star gems the sky, gleaming bright From afar, drawing near Falls the night. Neath the sun, neath the stars, neath the sky As we go, this we know God is nigh. |
Clifford Red Earnhardt
He was a lifelong member of Union Lutheran Church in Salisbury where he served as a Sunday School teacher, church council member, stewardship committee member and member of numerous other committees through the years. Mr. Earnhardt also served as Scoutmaster for Troop 334 for more than 25 years at Union Lutheran Church. He was also a member of Faith American Legion Post 327 and served on the board for Thrivent Financial. Outside of work, church, and scouting, he loved his garden and seeding tomatoes and traveling to car shows. In addition to his parents, Mr. Earnhardt was preceded in death by his brother, Timothy Earnhardt. He is survived by his wife, Mary Elizabeth Earnhardt, whom he married February 1, 1976; son, Sean Earnhardt and wife, Sherry, of Salisbury; daughter, Holly Elizabeth Harrington of Salisbury; sister, Marlene Bollinger of Granite Falls; brother-in-law, Charlie Frick and wife, Jackie, of Salisbury; sister- in-law, Cheryl Earnhardt of Woodleaf; grandchildren, Connor, Drew, Makenzie, Emme, Noah, and Adalyn; and several nieces. The family will greet friends and relatives on Friday, May 24, 2019, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Union Lutheran Church, Salisbury, NC. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 25, 2019, in Union Lutheran Church with Rev. Thomas W. Corbell officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Military Graveside Rites by the Rowan County Veterans Honor Guard and U.S. Navy. Memorials may be made to Union Lutheran Church-Narthex Expansion Fund or the Cemetery Fund, 4770 Bringle Ferry Road, Salisbury, NC 28146. Powles Staton Funeral Home of Rockwell, honored provider of Veterans Funeral Care, is assisting the Earnhardt family. Online condolences may be made at www.powlesfuneralhome.com. ![]() From the lakes, from the hills, from the sky All is well, safely rest God is nigh. And a star gems the sky, gleaming bright From afar, drawing near Falls the night. Neath the sun, neath the stars, neath the sky As we go, this we know |