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BARRY DEAN LINDLEY
Barry Dean Lindley, age 53, of 404 J.C. Teague Road, Staley, died Saturday, March 6, 2010 at his residence. He was born July 19, 1956, the son of Marvin and Frances Mann Lindley.
Barry was a native of Chatham County, a self-employed carpenter and preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Frances Lindley, also by his twin brother, Larry Lindley.
He is survived by his daughter, Julia Lindley of Raleigh; son, Zachary Lindley of Boone; girlfriend, Chrissie Riddle of the home; brothers, Ronnie Lindley of Snow Camp, Jerry Lindley of Bear Creek, and Russell Lindley of Siler City.
A Celebration of Life was held Sunday, March 7, 2010 at Loves Creek Baptist Church Fellowship Hall from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Memorials may be made to Community Home Care and Hospice of Siler City, 1414 East 11th Street, Siler City, NC 27344.
MISS DORIS BUCKNER
Helen Doris Buckner, 87, of 1708 Jessie Bridges Road, Siler City died Friday, March 12, 2010. Miss Buckner was born March 30, 1922, the daughter of the late Randolph G. and Mae (Crutchfield) Buckner.
Miss Buckner was a native of Chatham County and retired from Chatham Foods with 38 years of service. She was a member of Rocky River Baptist Church, a Sunday school teacher of the Adult II Fellowship Sunday school class. Doris loved working in her yard, reading and doing jigsaw puzzles. She was preceded in death by her parents, Randolph G. and Mae Crutchfield Buckner, sisters, Myra B. Brady, Betty Lee Buckner, and brothers, Winfred E. Buckner and Lynn Buckner.
She is survived by one sister, Peggy B. Kirby of Siler City; sister-in-law, Lorane Buckner; nephews and nieces, Raymond E. Woodburn, Diane B. Smith, Terry G. Brooks, Karen B. Purcell, James Brady, Michael Brady, and several other nieces and nephews.
The family received friends Sunday, March 14, 2010 from 6-8 p.m. at Smith & Buckner Funeral Home, 230 North Second Avenue, Siler City. The funeral was held Monday, March 15, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Rocky River Baptist Church, 4436 Siler City-Snow Camp Road, Siler City with Rev. Greg Burris officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Rocky River Baptist Church Building Fund, 4436 Siler City-Snow Camp Road, Siler City, NC 27344.
MR. ARTIS DAWN “MICKEY” TETER
Mr. Artis Dawn “Mickey” Teter, age 70, passed away at his home on Saturday, March 06, 2010.
Mickey was preceded in death by his Aunt Maggie and Uncle Roy Thomas.
He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Helen Moore Teter. Also surviving are his mother and stepfather, Imo and Mead Dark of Siler City; sister, Sharon D. Perryman of High Point; and brothers, Phil Dark and wife Jane, Mort Dark of Siler City; nieces, Margaret, Heather, Jennifer, Meredith and nephews Danny, Steve, Blair and David; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Sarah and Gene Shoffner, and sister-in-law, Evelyn Moore, all of Liberty.
Mickey served in the U.S. Army in the European Theatre and remained an active member of the Liberty American Legion Post. As an avid outdoorsman, he held a Lifetime Membership in the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commissions and the NRA. He was a member of Liberty Friends Meeting and a beloved friend to many. His employment was with Gregson Manufacture as a sample upholsterer and supervisor for 35 years.
A service of Remembrance and Celebration of Life was scheduled for Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at 11 a.m. in the Loflin Funeral Home Chapel. The family received friends on Monday, March 8, 2010 from 6 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to The American Heart Association Memorial and Tribute Center, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058-5216; or, the N.C. Wildlife Federation, P.O. Box 10626, Raleigh, NC 27605.
Loflin Funeral Home of Liberty has the honor of serving The Teter Family.
MARIE C. SEARS
Marie C. Sears, 91, of 4343 Old US Hwy 421 N., Siler City died Saturday, March 13, 2010 at UNC Hospitals, Chapel Hill. Mrs. Sears was born February 25, 1919, the daughter of the late Ambrose Lee and Ada Lou (Allred) Caveness.
Mrs. Sears was a native of Randolph County, a home maker and a member of the First Baptist Church in Lenoir. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ambrose and Ada Caveness, her husband, Kenneth B. Sears, a sister, Letis Jones and a brother, Bertis Caveness.
Marie Caveness Sears was a loving mother, wife and sister - fiercely devoted to family and friends, especially her two sons. Her energy and love of life were instantly clear to all who knew her, and took expression in many, many ways. She loved nature, especially fall foliage and birds, and faithfully made certain that at least one bird feeder was overflowing with sunflower seeds every day of her adult life. A very successful later-in-life career as a substitute elementary school teacher in Lenoir provided challenge, great joy and personal pride. Happiest when traveling, she was always ready to hop in the car to visit friends, explore new places or simply enjoy familiar roadways. A graceful and compassionate lady, Marie was always ready with a word of encouragement, gratitude or praise. Perhaps her greatest joy in recent years was the time she spent at WesCare Senior Life Center where she made deep friendships and celebrated the pleasures of life in a vital and loving environment. Every morning she could hardly wait to renew her "daytime life" and adventures at WesCare. In return she brightened the lives of her friends and caregivers with keen wit, loving mischief and unbridled laughter. Kindness, laughter and joy of life---these are the lessons and legacies that we will hold dearest in the years to come, as friends and family cherish the life of Marie Caveness Sears.
She is survived by two sons, Stephen B. Sears of Siler City, Martin Chester Sears of Burlington; step-son, Jerryl W. Sears and wife, Shirley of Winston-Salem; one sister, Fleta Caveness Brookshire of Asheboro; four grandchildren; nephew, David Jones of Cary; niece, Carolyn Stinson of Bear Creek; and dear friends, Faye and Bill Fitts of Siler City.
The family received friends Tuesday, March 16, 2010 from 6-8 p.m. at Smith & Buckner Funeral Home, 230 North Second Avenue, Siler City. The funeral was held Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Smith & Buckner Funeral Home Chapel, 230 North Second Avenue, Siler City with Rev. Dr. Eddie McClure officiating. Burial was in Loves Creek Baptist Cemetery.
The family requests that memorials be made to WesCare Senior Life Center, 608 North Third Avenue, Siler City, NC 27344.
RAEFORD TODD JORDAN
Raeford Todd Jordan, 42, of Randleman, died Thursday, (03-04-2010) at his residence.
Funeral services were held Sunday, (03-07-2010) at 2:30 p.m. at Smith & Buckner Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Randy Hand officiating. Burial followed in Rocky River Baptist Cemetery.
Mr. Jordan was born November 15, 1967, the son of Henry Raeford Jordan and Virginia Marie Saunders. He was a native of Randolph County, a carpenter, landscaper, and a member of Freedom Family Church in Liberty.
Survivors include his mother, Virginia Marie Saunders of Randleman; father, Raeford Jordan of Siler City; sister, Theresa Brown of Butlers, TN; brothers, Ken Brown, Jeff Brown, both of Randleman; and maternal grandmother, Anna Saunders of Randleman.
RACHEL B. BINKLEY
Rachel Brower Cox Binkley, 79, of Siler City, died Saturday, (03-06-2010) at UNC Hospitals in Chapel Hill.
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m., Tuesday (03-09-2010) at Rehobeth United Methodist Church, Ramseur, with Rev. Perry Brown and Rev. Garry Arnett officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Binkley was a native of Randolph County, retired from Acme-Crary Hosiery Mill and a member of Rehobeth United Methodist Church.
Survivors include a daughter, Ann Cox Hutchins of Siler City; step-son, Bobby Binkley, of Bear Creek; two grandchildren and two step-grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to Rehobeth United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, 850 Kildee Ch. Rd., Ramseur, NC 27316; or to First Christian Church, A.O.S., P.O. Box 531, Ramseur, NC 27316.
BARRY DEAN LINDLEY
Barry Dean Lindley, 53, of Staley, died Saturday, (03-06-2010) at his residence.
A celebration of life was held on Sunday (03-07-2010) at Loves Creek Baptist Church Fellowship Hall.
Mr. Lindley was born July 19, 1956, the son of Marvin and Frances Mann Lindley. A native of Chatham County, He was a self-employed carpenter and preceded in death by his parents and twin brother, Larry Lindley.
Survivors include his daughter, Julia Lindley of Raleigh; son, Zachary Lindley of Boone; brothers, Ronnie Lindley of Snow Camp, Jerry Lindley, of Bear Creek, and Russell Lindley, of Siler City.
Memorials may be made to Community Home Care & Hospice of Siler City, 1414 East 11th Street, Siler City, NC 27344.
CHARLES PUGH, SR.
Mr. Charles Pugh, Sr., 67, of Siler City died Monday, (03-01-2010) at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday (03-06-2010) at Union Grove AME Zion Church, with Rev. James E. Davis officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Mr. Pugh attended Chatham County Schools and retired from Carolina/Townsend Poultry.
Survivors include daughters, Melinda Headen of Sanford, Bertina Pugh of Siler City; sons, Jimmy Pugh of Bear Creek, Darrell Pugh of Siler City; sisters, Ethel Baldwin, Virginia DeGraffenreidt, Mable Marsh, Gloria Alston, Brenda Walter; brothers, Henry Pugh, Odell Pugh, Jr., Earnest J. Pugh, George Alston, Daniel Alston, Ricky Alston, Jerry Alston; and eleven grandchildren.
ANNIE STURDIVANT THOMAS
Annie Sturdivant Thomas, 98, of Pittsboro died Sunday (03-07-2010) at her home.
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. Tuesday (03-09-2010) at The Seventh Day Adventist Church with Pastor Ken Blake and Pastor George Wennerberg officiating. Burial followed in Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.
A native of Wake County, Mrs. Thomas was born May 22, 1911, the daughter of the late Mannie Sturdivant and Bessie Thompson Sturdivant. A member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, she was preceded in death by her husband, George H. Thomas.
Survivors include a son, Charles L. Thomas of Pittsboro; a daughter, Annette Thomas Clement of Pittsboro; sister, Margaret S. Ashe of Baltimore, MD; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
DAVID C. HARTSHORN
David C. Hartshorn, 53, formerly of Siler City, died February 20, 2010 in Henderson, Nevada.
Memorial services were held February 23 at Palm Mortuary of Henderson.
David is survived by his wife, Nancy A. Hartshorn; daughter and granddaughter, Sara and Gracie Roberson; sister and nephew, Kim and Jack Marley; and aunts Rachel Jessup and Betty Kivette.
Condolences may be sent to Kim Marley, 914-D Athens Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606.
WILBERT EARL “Hip” COOPER
Wilbert Earl “Hip” Cooper, 87, died March 4, 2010 in Buena Park, California where he had lived near Knotts Berry Farm for over 40 years. Born on May 5, 1922 in the Albright Township of northern Chatham County, he was the third son of the late Ethel Wright Cooper and Oliver Benson Cooper.
He was a WW II veteran and a graduate of the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. His was preceded in death by his brothers, Oliver Houston Cooper, James Monroe Cooper, and George Clifford Cooper.
His remains will be returned to Staley, NC for burial with military honors in the Staley cemetery. A private graveside service is planned with Reverend Alex Miles officiating.
His family moved to the nearby little village of Staley in 1923. He graduated from Staley High School in 1941. He made his lifelong career working for the three major Airplane/Aerospace companies over a period of 30 years. They were, The Glenn L. Martin Company, Baltimore, MD, and Denver CO; Convair Corporation, Fort Worth, TX and North American Aviation, Downey and Seal Beach, CA.
After graduating from Staley High School, he went to work for the Martin Company in Baltimore. He was hired as a clerk to the Inspection Department at an hourly rate of sixty cents. There he worked on the B-26 medium bomber program. He was drafted into the Army while working at Martin. He had his basic training at Camp Wheeler, GA. His training time was cut short by two weeks. His squad was selected to go to New York early for orientation classes and tours of the ship he would be going on to Europe. The several groups selected were all called “Salt Water MPs”. His duties were to stand guard (on 2 and off 4) at various stations on the ship, guarding such things as watertight doors, emergency exits, stairwells, hallways, deck traffic and manning observation stations inside the ship and on the deck. The ship was the Queen Mary. He left New York on New Years Day 1945 for Glasgow, Scotland. He served in the 319th Infantry Company E in Luxemburg, Germany and along the Rhine River.
After the war was over, Martin offered all employees who went into the military service a job back. However, at the end of the war, Martin was faced with such massive lay-offs that it could not offer everyone a job back at that time. Therefore, he decided to pursue an education under the GI Bill. He enrolled at Louisburg College in Louisburg, NC to obtain the requirements of the 12th grade, which his Staley High School diploma did not include. While there, he decided to complete the requirements for the freshman and sophomore years before entering the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He graduated in 1950 with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Commerce. He was a member of the Alpha Kappa PSI Fraternity at UNCCH.
With a college degree in hand, he set out for Texas. He got a job with Convair Corporation in Fort Worth on the B-36 long range heavy bomber. It was a huge airplane. It had six pusher type propeller driven engines installed on the trailing edge of the wings. At the time of its conception, it was designed to carry the atomic bomb. However, the mission later changed.
While at Convair, he received and accepted the job Martin had promised before the war. He returned to Martin Baltimore where he was hired into the Master Planning Department to write contract monthly progress reports for the Navy. At the end of the Navy contracts, he was offered and he accepted a job in the Pricing Department. There, he worked as a pricer on the Mace Tactical Mission Program. The Mace was a zero launch missile mounted on a mobile trailer. It had a liquid oxygen rocker motor for a launch boost. He was the pricing member/representative of the Martin Mace team located at the AC Spark Plug plant in Milwaukee, WI. AC Spark Plug built the guidance system for Mace. At the end of the Mace Program, he was transferred to the Martin Denver Division. There he was the Chief Cost Evaluator of the related equipment, located inside the underground silo necessary to launch the Titan Intercontinental Ballistic Missile. The underground silos were located in several of the upper western states. At the end of the Titan underground silos construction and activation program, he applied for and received a job offer in the Pricing Department with North American Aviation located in Downey, CA. After supporting the closeout negotiations of the major modification program, he was assigned to the Saturn SII Stage program. The SII Stage was the second section from the engines of the Saturn V Missile that launched the Apollo Spacecraft to the moon. He represented the Pricing Department on the SII Stage Program Change Control Board. At the end of the SII Stage program, he was assigned to the Engineering Advanced Program Department. There, he provided Engineering with project cost estimates, cost/risk analysis and financial concepts for various advanced missiles and spacecraft studies.
He designed and programmed his own Automated Matrix Pricing System (AMPS), a “What If” program for pricing numerous different configurations and concepts on the computer. It offered engineers a tool to verify the cost differences of many designs and options. At the same time, it gave engineers a rapid response estimate of the cost for those changes when comparisons were necessary. He was the Project Pricer on the conceptional design and feasibility study of the Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) in 1979. It was a major program with much advance technology which NAA was awarded a contract to design and develop the satellite. The GPS Satellite was designed for future military use, as well as for many civilian users, many of which are yet to be developed. From work in the Advance Program Department, one of his favorite passages from English Literature became: “When I dipped into the future, far as human eye can see, saw a vision of the world, and all the wonder that would be”, Tennyson – 1892.
He retired from NAA in January 1983. He traveled and played golf many times in Hawaii, Canada, South Carolina, and Florida in addition to lots of local golf playing. He was a member of the Southern California Industrial Golf Association (SCIGA). In the early part of his retirement, a local travel agent whom he had traveled with on vacations to many golf resorts asked him to assist the agent in conducting a study for AMTRAK. AMTRAK wanted to know the conditions and feasibility of traveling to golf resorts on AMTRAK to play group golf, which would be like tournament golf. The study required traveling on AMTRAK from Los Angeles to golf resorts in several cities around the country to discuss the plan and how it would be implemented. Selected cities were: San Francisco, Reno, Salt Lake City, Denver, Chicago, Washington D.C., Pinehurst, Myrtle Beach, Orlando, Houston, San Antonio, El Paso, Palm Springs and back to Los Angeles. The trip took 22 days. However, the increases in cost to play golf at resorts and rising problems in traveling had a curious impact on the results of the study. It was shelved.
He was married twice. His first wife was Velvis Hicks of Staley. He married Jane Kaczor of Denver as his second wife. There were no children.
He is survived by the following nieces and nephews who will sorely miss his wit and wisdom: nieces, Shirley Kee (husband Gary) of Kannapolis, NC, Dianne Rumley (husband Connie) of Greensboro, NC, Carol Cooper and Connie Hicks, of Greensboro, NC, Susan Deaton (husband Jimmy) of Liberty, NC; nephews, James Morris Cooper (wife Sibby), of Concord, NC, Clifford Cooper, Atlanta, GA, and Neil Cooper, Greensboro, NC.
Arrangements are being handled by Renaker-Klockgether Mortuary in Buena Park, CA and Loflin Funeral Home in Liberty. Donations to honor Wil’s memory can be made to Staley United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 26, Staley, NC. 27355.
The family wishes to express many thanks to Wil’s long time and dear friend, Thelma Martin and her family for the love and support they gave our uncle.
And so it was, during a lifelong career for a boy from the little village of Staley.
