Luther Davis Squires

Luther Squires Obituary

Luther Davis Squires
'Jake'
Mr. Squires, age 83, of Pineville, died peacefully Tuesday, April 29th, 2009. He was born in Mecklenburg County on March 26, 1926 to Luther and Edna Squires.
He was preceded by his wife of 49 years, Margie Ellen Whiteside. He attended Pineville School and kept life long friendships with his classmates. Jake worked for Mecklenburg County ABC until retiring in 1987. He loved his family, his friends, planting a garden, mowing grass, fishing and watching the Carolina Panthers. Jake is lovingly remembered by the people in Pineville, NC as the kid who delivered their milk. Those who knew him describe him as a gentleman and someone who loved to talk and tell stories. He enjoyed the fellowship of others and maintained strong friendships with people he met at all stages of his life.
Several years after the death of his wife, his life long friendship with Vivian Christmas gave him renewed inspiration and they shared many wonderful years together. His greatest joy was his family, and friends. He took special pride in his garden and enjoyed sharing the fruits of his labor with all his friends. The same grace and spirit that earned Jake life long friendships spoke volumes about who he was. His friends, colleagues, and family were blessed in being a part of his life, and will miss him. He was a member of Pineville United Methodist Church and past member of Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church.
He is survived by his children, son Bob and his wife Diane of Bonaire GA, his daughter Ann Squires of Lenior, NC; sister Martha Hagler and her husbandCalvin of Denver, NC; brother-in-law Wayne Whiteside of Fort Mill, SC; sister-in-law Kathleen Robinson of Charlotte, NC; grandchildren April and Todd Ellingson of Colorado, Lynette and David Shepherd of Warner Robins, GA, Kari and Chris Jackson of Jacksonville, FL, and Brad Squires of Bonaire, GA; and 6 great grandchildren.
The family would like to acknowledge and thank Dr. Stewart Gardner who not only took such special care of Jake and his family during his illness, but became a trusted friend over the years.
Family and friends are invited to attend visitation at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 2nd, 2009 at Pineville United Methodist Church immediately followed by funeral services at 2:00 p.m. Interment will be in Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, Fort Mill, SC.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pineville United Methodist Church or Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, Fort Mill, SC, or Hospice and Palliative Care, Charlotte Region, 1420 East 7th Street, Charlotte, NC 28204.
McEwen Funeral Home of Pineville is in charge of the arrangements.

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Published by Charlotte Observer from May 1 to May 2, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Luther Squires

6 Entries

Ann Kistler

May 13, 2009

Dear Ann & Bobby,

I am so very sorry to hear about your Dad.
I thought the world of him and I know you will miss him very much...I remember
going to the beach with my Dad & Mom and both of your parents and my Brother, Jay.
Those were some good times. When my Dad, Jay Ross Kistler and Jake worked together at the ABC Stores...My Daddy really enjoyed your Dad and working with him...I will always remember Jake's smile and laugh...he was so much fun to be around.

With Deepest Sympathy,
Ann (Kistler) Teague

Jan Moore

May 4, 2009

Dear Squires Family,

We were sadden to hear that our world has lost Jake Squires. However, we know that he is amoung some very wonderful people now. I am sure Jesus smiled to see him coming. Y'all are in our prayers as you adjust to this new state of life.

Dennis & Jan R Moore

Nancy Moore

May 2, 2009

Bob and Ann, I love you both so very much!You are in my heart and prayers. The memories we have as the kids growing up on the, "the dead end road, where the Whiesides lived", are treasued and recalled with warmth of a love you can't explain, you just have to experience. Very few people, have the unique blessing of extended loving family as we have. Thanks to your Dad and Mom, we have you. I will always smile when I think of you Dad and his smile and laugh. Let's stay in touch!
Lots of Love,
Nancy W. Moore

Jennifer Bodnar

May 1, 2009

Ann, I am so heartbroken for you and your loss of your father. You were so dedicated to you father, putting his needs before even your own. It seems he did a fantastic job raising you to be not only his loving daughter but a compassionate, true friend of so many people. I am sure his pride for you did not go unnoticed among his friends and your family. May you know God's peace at this time, and always.

Clint Summers

May 1, 2009

I worked with Jake at his ABC store when I first was discharged from the Air Force. He always had a smile, and was full of encoragement and wisdom. I know he was a good friend of my parents, but I remember him as one of the best people that I have ever worked for.

Shirley Smith

May 1, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of Jake's passing. We have all been friends for almost 50 years and We feel as though part of our immediate family is now missing, just like when Margie passed. We loved them both so very much and know that no finer people existed. Our prayers are with you all and your entire family. Just remember that Jesus will keep his arm around your shoulder to sustain you through this time of sorrow while his other arm is around Jake showing him the wonders of this heavenly home. We love you all and don't hesitate to call if there is anything we can do for you.

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