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He and Catherine lived in Jacksonville for more than 40 years, where they were active members of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. Cliff provided the initial funding for weekly lunches for seniors at the church and also volunteered to visit seniors and to drive them to appointments.\n\nIn retirement, he continued his financial interests by researching stocks in new technologies on the internet, ranging from hypersonic jets to gene editing. He enjoyed sailing in the St. Johns River and traveling to beaches along the East Coast, including family vacations with his children and grandchildren. Cliff was known for generously sharing M&Ms with grandchildren, nieces, and nephews on these trips.. \n\nAfter moving to North Carolina to be closer to family, he enjoyed sharing jokes with new friends. As proud founder of the Durham Procrastination Society, he had plans to host their first meeting “one of these days.” Even with serious medical issues, he remained cheerful and optimistic, always saying, “We can cope,” when faced with new challenges. \n\nAfter a private service June 6th, there will be a memorial service in August at Trinity United Methodist Church in Durham. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Trinity.\n\nHe is predeceased by his parents, Marian Baum and J. Brantley Baum, by his sister Patricia Baum, and son-in-law Will Gillespie. He is survived by his wife Catherine Baum; three daughters Catherine Gillespie (Will), Elizabeth Benson (Ted), and Laura Ketcham (Darryl); four grandchildren Joshua Benson, Zach Benson, Anna Gillespie, and Katie Ketcham; and sister Marian Russell of Sequim, Washington."}},"city":"Chapel Hill","county":"Orange","state":"North Carolina","deathdate":"05/29/2024","age":89,"user_updated":true,"image":{"localFile":{"publicURL":"/static/26d38a4730354adc815b04c51c4f6d29/object_Object_706aa0a695.jpeg"}}}},{"node":{"id":"06566a52-06a0-5ddb-86bc-972e9b14d89a","slug":"2024-05-29-Norbert-Wittoesch","name":"Norbert  Wittoesch","content":{"data":{"content":""}},"city":"Youngsville","county":"Franklin","state":"North Carolina","deathdate":"05/29/2024","age":80,"user_updated":false,"image":null}},{"node":{"id":"5cbdb471-be65-582a-9e5e-1b0e1356b87e","slug":"article-404","name":"Robert Emmett O'Loughlin","content":{"data":{"content":"With heavy hearts we bid farewell to Robert Emmett O’Loughlin who passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 in Cary, North Carolina.  The second oldest of nine children, Robert (Bob), born on July 22, 1948 was the son of the late William Thomas O’Loughlin and Agnes Forrest (Babs) O’Loughlin.  Bob grew up in Yonkers, NY, attended Stepinac High School, and graduated from Pace University.  He lived in White Plains, NY and Weston, CT before settling in Cary, NC.\n\nBob had a long and distinguished career with IBM as an information technology executive.  In the early 1990s, Bob accepted an opportunity with IBM that took him to the Research Triangle in North Carolina, where he worked until retiring.  Following his IBM career, Bob spearheaded several small enterprises to keep active and current in the IT arena. \n\nAn avid golfer and always a student of the game, Bob could be found sharing his love for golf with anyone of similar enthusiasm.  His legacy lives on in the countless rounds of golf played, friendships forged, and his willingness to volunteer at any fundraiser on or off the golf course that would benefit others. \n\nRobere, as he was affectionately known by his family, was the gregarious, fun uncle, loved for his stories, his mischievous spirit, and his generosity.   A connoisseur of fine food and wine, he was no stranger to the kitchen.  He was known for his legendary vegetables, bruschetta, Thanksgiving cranberry sauce and fresh homemade bread. He prided himself on his collection of fine wines.\n\nBob's family includes the late William (Pat), Mark (Sandy), Kyle (late Vincent Cahill), Shawn (Robbin), Siobhan (James Reardon), Christine, Barbara (Kirk Manogue) Michael (Maureen), 22 nieces and nephews, in addition to several dear and lifelong friends.\n\nMass of Christian burial will be held at Annunciation Church, Crestwood, NY on Friday June 14 at 10:30 am, with interment following at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Valhalla, NY.  In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Robert’s name to The Jimmy V Foundation. \n\nUntil our next tee time Rob, may God hold you in the palm of his hand."}},"city":"Cary","county":"Wake","state":"North Carolina","deathdate":"05/29/2024","age":75,"user_updated":true,"image":{"localFile":{"publicURL":"/static/5f702845be1f562be58c7d91289e4330/20240604_Rob_4a29e18d9b.jpg"}}}},{"node":{"id":"456a2b65-5f8d-51d2-843b-93c31294e613","slug":"article-401","name":"Morris Ojalvo","content":{"data":{"content":"Morris Ojalvo, age 100, passed away on May 28, 2024. He was born in Astoria (Queens County, NY) on March 4, 1924. He attended Stuyvesant HS and City College of NY. During WWII, Morris enlisted in the U.S. Navy and was an officer with the 99th Naval Construction Battalion (the “Seabees”) in the Philippines.\n\nHe completed a Master’s in Civil Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) as part of his U.S. Naval training program. While at RPI, Morris maintained lifelong friendships with fellow classmates. \n\nMorris went on to teach at Princeton University while working on his PH.D. He completed his PH.D in Civil Engineering at Lehigh University. His career in faculty and research spanned many universities, including: Princeton University, Lehigh University, Ohio State University (OSU), and University of Texas at Austin. \n\nWhile in Columbus OH, during his tenure at OSU, Morris and his wife Anita (Bedein) were founding members of the Beth Tikvah Congregation. They also participated in a monthly Beth Tikvah havurah group where they maintained many close friendships. \n\nIn retirement, Morris and Anita moved to Estes Park, Colorado, which had been a favorite vacation spot during summer camping trips with their family. In Colorado, Morris enjoyed his favorite pastimes: hiking trails in Rocky Mountain National Park with an Estes Park hiking group and playing tennis with a local seniors group.\n\nHe and Anita also enjoyed belonging to a small Jewish community in nearby Longmont, Colorado that met once a month on Friday for Shabbat dinner and to celebrate many of the Jewish holidays. \n\nBoth Morris and Anita valued the importance of an education and generously helped to support their many children and grandchildren to reach their educational goals. \n\nMorris was predeceased by his wonderful wife Anita, his parents Nissim & Luna “Fannie” Ojalvo, a younger brother who died in infancy, his sister Clara Friedman, and his dearly loved grandson Stephen Henry Ojalvo. \n\nMorris is survived by his brother Irving Ojalvo; 4 children—Lynne, Joseph, Howard, Isobel; 10 grandchildren—Isaac, Laureen, Jesse, Katherine, Isobel, Jessica, Daniel, Marissa, James, Sam; and 6 great-grandchildren—Henry, Auden, Rosalie, Stephen, Walden, Arlo. \n\nA private family memorial service will be held at a later date. \n\nThose who wish to express sympathy may consider making a donation to their favorite charity in his name."}},"city":"Raleigh","county":"Wake","state":"North Carolina","deathdate":"05/28/2024","age":100,"user_updated":true,"image":{"localFile":{"publicURL":"/static/be56fe5886c928abaa4dcdca05768d36/object_Object_c4a5621caa.jpeg"}}}},{"node":{"id":"128fe16a-c467-56c6-8d1e-e3b42817cec7","slug":"2024-05-28-Danielle-Douglas","name":"Danielle Douglas","content":{"data":{"content":""}},"city":"Louisburg","county":"Franklin","state":"North Carolina","deathdate":"05/28/2024","age":48,"user_updated":false,"image":null}},{"node":{"id":"b5ff3ac2-7c64-5be2-98b6-f03a501bab6c","slug":"2024-05-28-Eddie-Wilson","name":"Eddie Ray Wilson","content":{"data":{"content":"Mr. Eddie Ray Wilson, 66 of Waterpoint Road, Autryville NC died on May 28, 2024 at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill.  He was  born July 31, 1957 to the late Rochelle and Naomi Wilson.  \n\nEddie Ray graduated Midway High School in 1976.  He worked at Goodyear for 36 years. Eddie Ray was known for his sense of humor,  loved riding his Harley, and having a good time with friends and family. \n\nHe is survived by his loving wife of 48 years Ann and his dog Dixie of the home.  Children:  Shane Wilson and Beverly of Autryville, Natasha and Clay ward of Rebel City, Christy Wilson of Meadow.  Grandchildren: Olivia Ward and Brianna Schmidt,  Sierra and Chesney Wilson, and grandpup Blaze.\n\nSiblings:  Jean Chestnutt of Glen Alen VA, Sandra and Caroll Keene of Roseboro, James and Janie Wilson of Stedman, Doug and Michele Wilson of Mechanisville, VA, Gary and Donna Wilson of Selma NC. Uncle Jerry Davis of Herring and Aunt Bonnie House of Clinton. Along with many nieces and nephews."}},"city":"Autryville","county":"Sampson","state":"North Carolina","deathdate":"05/28/2024","age":66,"user_updated":true,"image":{"localFile":{"publicURL":"/static/94b7c92e0619c28c43ba842ddccaf2d0/object_Object_5ddd584687.jpeg"}}}},{"node":{"id":"c256abf3-46a3-5956-a20a-1afd24cc9ec9","slug":"2024-05-26-Carlton-Watson","name":"Carlton Watson","content":{"data":{"content":""}},"city":"Raleigh","county":"Wake","state":"North Carolina","deathdate":"05/26/2024","age":68,"user_updated":false,"image":null}},{"node":{"id":"e4c186b6-e536-552d-be63-e10cb1be6df9","slug":"2024-05-25-David-Hill","name":"David Terence Hill","content":{"data":{"content":"David Terence Hill, aged 77, died on May 25 at UNC REX Heart & Vascular Hospital in Raleigh, NC.  \nAfter 4 years in the Air Force during the Vietnam War, David, educated as a developmental psychologist, devoted his career to social and community services in various U.S. cities.  His real love was the study of British history and politics. He was a serious book collector, a Wikipedia contributor on the British Prime Ministry, and a member of the International Churchill Society.  He is survived by his wife Kathryn (Kate) Hill, two stepsons John and Brian McElwain and their wives Sharon and Jenna, five grandchildren, his brother Carl Hill, stepmother Jacqueline Hill, and first cousin Karen Stabler.  A private memorial is being arranged for close family."}},"city":"Raleigh","county":"Wake","state":"North Carolina","deathdate":"05/25/2024","age":77,"user_updated":true,"image":{"localFile":{"publicURL":"/static/8a5803f60422cead3c8466d4f19e173a/object_Object_9af4cfdf0a.jpeg"}}}},{"node":{"id":"0292c61c-8b57-5f5a-a87b-0ce96dc425b7","slug":"2024-05-24-Dolores-Ewald","name":"Dolores Ewald","content":{"data":{"content":"Dolores Faye Schwartz Ewald of Cary passed away peacefully at home on Friday May 24, 2024.  She was born in September 5, 1931 in Marinette, WI to  Leo and Clara Schwartz. She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Irene Zorn, Eleanore Schwartz, Elaine Olive, Betty Adams, and brothers Billy Schwartz and Duane Schwartz \n\nShe married Gerhard Ewald in Peshtigo, WI on July 11, 1953. They began their married life in Anchorage, Alaska where they started their family. After 2 1/2 years, they returned to Wisconsin; where their family grew. They moved to Cary, NC in January of 1965.  She became active in The Martha Circle at Christ the King Lutheran Church and played softball. Dolores lived a long and eventful life where she enjoyed traveling, camping, fishing, playing Dominos and winning card games. She relished in Tar Heel victories and visits from her children,  6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.\n\nShe leaves behind her husband of 70 years, Gerry; her children Dennis (Cheri) of Southport, NC; son Scott of Cleveland, TN; Terry (Susi) of Durham, NC and daughter Cindy (Eddie) of Raleigh, NC. She also leaves behind her 6 grandchildren; Sarah Ewald, Erin Ewald, Caroline Bonchick (Anthony), Christine Whatley, Adam Ewald (Cait) and Faith Oddon (Jeffrey) and 6 great grandchildren; Braelyn, Sloan, Kenan, Whit, Harper and Colin. She also leaves behind sisters Arlene Kuffel, Joan Lesperance, Janice Puls, Shirley Kotarek (Sonny) and brother Walter Schwartz (Alene). \n\n\nPer her wishes, there will be no public services. In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to the charity of your choice."}},"city":"Cary","county":"Wake","state":"North Carolina","deathdate":"05/24/2024","age":92,"user_updated":true,"image":{"localFile":{"publicURL":"/static/a315bdfbf281a240c513677323de9e40/object_Object_c612f195ce.jpeg"}}}},{"node":{"id":"e332a679-d0a8-547f-b1cb-68fe36639f7d","slug":"2024-05-24-Susan-Olchak","name":"Susan Margaret Barr Olchak","content":{"data":{"content":"Susan Margaret Barr Olchak, 77, of Raleigh and Mt. Airy, North Carolina passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 24,2024. \n\nSusan was born on October 13, 1946, to Evans Robinson Barr and Sara (Wolfe) Barr in Sugar Creek Township, Pennsylvania. After graduating from Franklin High School in 1964, she attended Hemot Hospital School of Nursing in Erie, Pennsylvania. In 1966, while in Erie, a blind date with Richard Olchak, led to marriage three months later. They were happily married for 53 years until his death in 2020. \n\nSusan did not finish nursing school in Pennsylvania, and chose to spend the next twenty years raising two children. A life-long learner, she eventually returned to school as an adult student at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG). She earned a Bachelors degree in social work, and graduated with honors. While employed with North Carolina Services for the Blind as a social worker she traveled all over the advocating for and providing comfort, support, and vision aids for her blind and visually impaired clients.  \n\nSusan had a varied and interesting life. Along with her passion for social work, she was an active church member, acted as a lay minster in many congregations and was also a youth pastor at UNCG. She volunteered as a girl scout leader, and in the 1970s she was appointed as a zoning commissioner in Hartford, Connecticut. She sang, played the guitar, did a variety of visual arts including drawing, painting, calligraphy, throwing pots, weaving, macrame and sewing as well as being a great cook. She also performed as a storyteller at festivals in and around the state. \n\nSusan was brilliant, charming, funny, wildly creative and fierce.  She loved and valued her family immensely, especially her late husband Richard. \n\nSusan is survived by her brother James Barr married to sister-in-law Ardath (Wilson) Barr, her son John Olchak married to daughter-in-law Kristin (Shelton) Olchak, son James Olchak married to daughter-in-law Rhonda (Storms) Olchak, niece Laura, great niece Katelyn, and great nephew James.\n\nThere will be a memorial service in Susan and Richard’s honor at their spiritual home, Holy Trinity Church in Mt. Airy- timing to be determined."}},"city":"Raleigh","county":"Wake","state":"North Carolina","deathdate":"05/24/2024","age":77,"user_updated":true,"image":{"localFile":{"publicURL":"/static/57326bf412c198561456ac9dcf36fef0/object_Object_aa02d6ae6a.jpeg"}}}},{"node":{"id":"df4bfda4-e113-593f-aae4-6e0d2c24f874","slug":"article-400","name":"Edward Snyder","content":{"data":{"content":"Edward \"Ed\" Snyder, age 83, of Raleigh, NC, passed away on May 24, 2024. Ed was a beloved husband of 57 years to Donna and a devoted father to Chris and Kathleen.\n\nEd grew up in Chicago as the middle child of Joe and Mary Snyder. He attended the University of Illinois, where he graduated with a degree in Electrical Engineering. One of his favorite memories was playing in the Illini marching band during their Rose Bowl appearance. During this time, he also met the love of his life, Donna. After graduating, he started his lifelong career working for Western Electric, which eventually became AT&T.\n\nDuring his career, Ed was never idle. As a private pilot, he enjoyed flying when he could. This passion carried over to being a lifelong member of the Civil Air Patrol. His other hobbies included intramural sports, working on the house, and gardening. Many will remember him as the person who built a kit car of a 1929 Mercedes Benz seen around town.\n\nAfter taking early retirement from AT&T, where he was a purchasing manager, Ed needed to stay active. He became a general contractor, licensed electrician, plumber, and beekeeper. When Ed finally settled down, you could find him riding his tractor, woodworking, and creating blue birdhouses. \n\nAfter a long day, Ed would often relax in the front yard in his hand built Adirondack chair beside Donna, beverage in hand, the dog next to him, waiting to tell his latest joke to neighbors walking over to visit. Ed loved reading science fiction novels and watching action movies when not outside.\n\nThere was always a dog in his life; most recently, that was Otto, and he enjoyed spending time with him. Ed would make bread and pastries to share during the holidays using his family recipes. People will also remember Ed's love of polka music, which he enjoyed sharing with others.\n\nThose who knew him will remember Ed for his kind heart, sense of humor, and passion for life. His family and friends will deeply miss him.\n\nThe family will receive friends for a celebration of Ed's life at a later date."}},"city":"Cary","county":"Wake","state":"North Carolina","deathdate":"05/24/2024","age":83,"user_updated":true,"image":{"localFile":{"publicURL":"/static/80e3201e5ca2bb33ef8e439ab27a5f5d/object_Object_4a57e01240.webp"}}}},{"node":{"id":"79ca9649-e57f-5382-87a3-e5455cf06350","slug":"2024-05-24-Debra-Nickels","name":"Debra Nickels","content":{"data":{"content":"Debra Rae Nickels passed peacefully in her sleep Friday, May 24, 2024 at the age of 69. \n\nBorn in Omaha March 3, 1955, Debra refused her entire life to be defined by the constraints she was subject to, always seeking and finding great friends, unique beauty, disparate knowledge, and meaningful causes. She enjoyed a successful career as an attorney while at the same time prioritizing her children. She loved both her work and her family immensely. After being forced into early retirement for medical reasons, she worked with refugees to help them learn English, to learn to live in their new homes, and to establish a community garden. She had a boundless curiosity about the world and an appetite for new experiences and traveled extensively for as long as she was able.\n\nShe was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Dian Chastain Rizzo. She is survived by her brother, David Chastain; her sons Dylan (Lisa), Colin (Abigail), and Carson (Avery); her three grandchildren, Milo, Clementine, and Annabel; and her loving dog Zoe. \n\nA memorial will be held on Friday, June 7 at 3:30 PM at the J.C. Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh, Rooms 107 and 109. Debra’s favorite causes include UNICEF, Amnesty International, and Doctors Without Borders."}},"city":"Garner","county":"Wake","state":"North Carolina","deathdate":"05/24/2024","age":69,"user_updated":true,"image":{"localFile":{"publicURL":"/static/ddaf804dbfdb623a6f4af20c867c15a4/object_Object_f1e31a9ec3.jpeg"}}}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":1608,"numPages":317,"currentPage":135,"numObits":3797,"featured":false}},
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