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Alfred Audrey "Cotton" McGarity

Alfred Audrey "Cotton" McGarity obituary, Charlotte, NC

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McEwen Funeral Service at Sharon Memorial Park

5716 Monroe Road

Charlotte, North Carolina

Alfred McGarity Obituary

Cotton went to be with the Lord June 3, 2019. He was born fourth of sixth children, of Fred and Rebecca McGarity in the Sharon community of Mecklenburg County. He graduated from Sharon School and joined the Navy. Based in San Diageo He met his wife of 52 years, Joann Frazier. After completing their military obligations, they moved back to Charlotte, North Carolina. There Cotton and his brother Bill ran a Texaco gas station at the corner of Fairview and Sharon road. He worked for several food companies before eventually developing his own food brokerage company named Carolina Institutional Sales. Cotton helped many people throughout his forty year career in the foodservice business. Cotton was predeceased by his wife Joann. He is survived by his three children Barbara McGarity Summers, Alfred Allen McGarity and wife Valerie, Linda Daniel Klaisle and husband Ned. Grandchildren Allen Daniel, Lindsay Daniel, Adam McGarity, Aaron Daniel, Audrey Bowman, and Michael McGarity. Great Grandchildren are Kara, Sydney, David, Elijah, Alister, Macie, Olivia, Claire, Ian, Maddox. Special thanks for his care and friendship from his granddaughter Audrey, his friend Sam Templeton, and the staff at Sardis Oaks.

Visitation will be Friday at 10am at the McEwen funeral home on Monroe road, with services at 11:OO in the chapel of the funeral home. Interment will follow in Sharon Memorial Park. Condolences for the family can be left online at www.mcewenfs.com

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Jun. 5, 2019.

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August 17, 2019

To Barbara,Allen,Linda
Just found out today about the passing of your dad. I am so sorry for your loss.
Cotton was a good man and for the many years I worked for him, he was always very good to me. I also loved your mother
and considered her to be my good friend.I will keep you in my prayers.You may give me a call at 704/933-5127 if you like as I would love to talk to you.
My love to all your family,
Isla (Ila) Sanders

Gary & Jana Hardgrove

June 26, 2019

So sorry to hear about the passing of "Cotton". One of my favorite business contacts. He taught me so much in my early years some of which I am too shy to admit now. Rest in peace!

eileen mcdonald amon

June 11, 2019

When I first went to work for Frank Price at Food One Cotton seemed to be a legend as both a broker and native son of Charlotte. He and Joann were extremely nice to Sam Templeton and me when we were dating. I came up with the pen name Quinn Cotton for a Creative Loafing column I wrote based on Cotton's nickname. A fond hello to Al, Val, and Sam. I can be reached at 704-795-8206

Eunice Paul

June 7, 2019

The Olde Georgetowne neighbor's will miss his friendly waves as he rode his motorized w/c up and down Whistlestop Rd, with his beloved doggie on a leash at his side. We loved him and wish him sweet rest.❤

Judy and Greg Black

June 6, 2019

To the whole McGarity family, especially Linda and her family. What a man your father was. May you always cherish your sweet memories. Praying for you during this time. Only wish we could be there to stand beside you. The best to your family from all of ours. Love to you all.

Judy and Greg Black

June 6, 2019

To the whole McGarity family, especially Linda and her family. What a man your father was. May you always cherish your sweet memories. Praying for you during this time. Only wish we could be there to stand beside you. The best to your family from all of ours. Love to you all.

Joe Shay

June 6, 2019

Cotton (and Joann) taught me so much about life in the brokerage business and life in general. I'm amazed at the number of times that I repeat things that he said/taught me. I am eternally grateful to have known him. Susan and I are praying for the family.

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Joseph Shay

Sent Flowers

June 5, 2019

My deepest sympathy to the family and friends. May you find comfort and support from Psalms 94:18, 19.

oren biggers

June 5, 2019

Cotton was truly one of a kind. Educated many on the art of selling. I always looked forward to being around him. He will be missed but his memories will last.

Shirl Galloway

June 5, 2019

To the family of Mr. McGarity, As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Linda and Lindsay remember that God will not put more on you than you can handle. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Stay strong and know that I am here if you need me!

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McEwen Funeral Service at Sharon Memorial Park

5716 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC 28212

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11:00 a.m.

McEwen Funeral Service at Sharon Memorial Park

5716 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC 28212

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