Ways of Life

A weekly obituaries newsletter telling the inspiring, thought-provoking and often-heartwarming stories of people in our community.

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Ways of Life: A centenarian whose life spanned two countries

Also remembered: A portfolio manager turned shooting sportswoman; a beloved crossing guard with CMS; a founder of Charlotte Copy Data; an art history…

Sep 19

Ways of Life: The unofficial mayor of Fourth Ward

Also remembered: A professional storyteller; a founder and president of an ice skating rink; an administrator who worked in many CMS schools

Jun 27

Ways of Life: Janet LaFlamme’s approach to life was to ‘Go, go, go’

Also remembered: A longtime outfitter of local first responders; owner of Rainbow Deli; a senior vice president at Duke Power

Jun 20

Ways of Life: Podcaster showcased talent on the west side

Also remembered: An honored teacher and Olympiad coach at Myers Park; a longtime English professor at Johnson C. Smith University; a docent at the Mint…

Jun 13

Ways of Life: A powerhouse swim coach who trained Olympic athletes

Also remembered: A longtime private piano teacher; former dean of education at UNC Charlotte; Democratic activist who won a county award; a welding…

Jun 6

Ways of Life: Harry Reeder's enduring legacy

Also remembered: A doctor who helped establish the neonatal ICU at Charlotte Memorial; a longtime mathematics teacher at CPCC; a former director and…

May 23

Ways of Life: Mauro Messina was a lovable contrarian

Also remembered: A longtime science teacher at Charlotte Latin; a Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officer; a YMCA employee known for his matchmaking skills

May 16

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