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Clyde Karriker Obituary
Mr. Karriker, 74, of Charlotte, NC, died suddenly at his home on February 10, 2007. He was born on March 25, 1932 in Kannapolis, NC.
He had retired from Laventhal and Horwath, Certified Public Accountants and was a member of the North Carolina Society of Accountants. He was also a member of the NRA, loved to hunt; and was a gun and coin collector. He served his country proudly in the Air Force during the Korean War.
However, Clyde will be remembered most of all by his family as a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather.
He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Margaret Karriker, his daughter Rachel Jane Karriker, son, Mark Wayne Karriker and wife, Marcia; grandchildren Jason Thomas Karriker and Amy Elizabeth Karriker, all of Charlotte; and mother, Laura Lakey Karriker; brothers and sisters, William Karriker and wife, Mary, Mildred Karriker Greene and husband, Robert, all of Gastonia, NC, Raymond Karriker and wife, Marsha, of Clover, SC, and James Karriker and wife Jayne, of Kernersville, NC. He was preceded in death by his father, Clyde W. Karriker, Sr.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 AM Friday, February 16, 2007 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 6828 Old Reid Rd., Charlotte, with the Reverend Mark S. Lawlor, Celebrant. Burial with military honors will follow at Sharon Memorial Park. A Rosary will be recited at 7 PM Thursday evening, followed by visitation until 8:30 PM at the Pineville Chapel of McEwen Funeral Service, 10500 Park Rd., Charlotte.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of the donor's choice.
Arrangements by McEwen Funeral Service, Pineville Chapel.
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Memories and Condolences
for Clyde Karriker
Mark Karriker
March 18, 2007
It has been a few weeks since my dad has died. I am still amazed by the number of people that knew my dad. It seems he did not know a stranger. Dad liked to see people do well and loved to see anyone over come obstacles and be their very best in life. As more and more time passes and I hear more about how my dad reached out and helped other people, I am more and more proud of him. Mom, Rachel,Amy , Jason and myself are very greatful for all the love and kind words from our many friends and family. We do not know what we would do if we did not have all of you to support us in the good times and the bad. If you want to remember my dad, do something he would love. Help a kid read, spend time with a senior citizen, fly the flag and tell a veteran thank you. Life is short.
Samantha Karriker
March 11, 2007
I am deeply sorry to hear of your
loss. Your in my thoughts.
Bob Clark
February 15, 2007
Jim, so sorry to read about your brother's passing. We are never
ready to lose a loved one. I hate
to think how long it has been since
we have seen or spoken with each
other. Would love to catch up with
you and Jayne. Regards, Bob
Katie Mabe
February 15, 2007
Meeting Clyde in the early 70's when he would come to our office was always a pleasure. He was always interested in the wildlife in our area as he was always looking for deer. I enjoyed his friendship for all those years. My sympathy goes to Marge & his entire family.
Nancy DeWitt Daugherty
February 15, 2007
Clyde audited our varied accounts from the late 1960's until his retirement. Clyde's unique personality and humor endeared him to all our office personnel. My sympathy goes to all his family.
Jim Karriker
February 14, 2007
Babe's passing was a sudden shock for all of us as he has been a great older brother for many years who will be sorely missed by his family, friends and community.
Pat, Charles, and family Blackwood
February 13, 2007
Clyde and Margie have been close friends for 38 yrs. Clyde will be missed by our family. Our thoughts and prayers are with Margie, Rachel, and Mark. We love you and feel your loss. May God bless you and comfort you.
Tammy Thornburg
February 13, 2007
Lanny & I had the pleasure of meeting Clyde & Marge at our hunting club. From our first meeting it was wonderful friendship, spending weekends together with Clyde & Marge and Mark. We will miss Clyde terribly, but we will cherish all the memories made with them. Our thoughts are prayers are with each one of you. We're only a phone call away should you need anything all. Much Love,
Lanny, Tammy, Ross & Brian
Linda Sloan
February 13, 2007
Clyde was a good friend during my many years at Swimmer Insurance and his with Gleiberman Spears. He will be missed. My prayers are with your family.
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