Mack Herbert Wood Obituary:

Mack Herbert Wood

SALISBURY - Mr. Mack Herbert Wood, 89, passed away on Oct. 18, 2010, at the North Carolina Lutheran Home.

He was born Sept. 12, 1921, in Salisbury, the son of the late Thompson Brown Wood and Esther Miller Wood. He was a graduate of Richfield High School and married Carrie Mae Goodman Wood on June 12, 1942.

Most important to him were the times spent with his family and friends. He enjoyed camping and fishing with his many friends along life journeys. His home was the gathering place for family celebrations with the children and grandchildren.

Mack was the owner of Wood's Auto in Spencer, which he started in 1947 and closed in 1986.

Mack was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, where he was a past president of the James L. Fisher Sunday School Class, a Cub Scout leader and usher for many years. He was an active member of the Elks Club, Rowan Retired Peace Officers Club and Golden Opportunity Club.

Mack was a past member of Salisbury Merchants Association, Rotary Club and Chamber of Commerce. He served as a Salisbury Police Reserve Officer from 1967-1986 and was director of the Police Reserves from 1981-1986. He was also a member of the Salisbury Bass Anglers Sportsman Society since 1969.

He is survived by wife Carrie Mae Goodman Wood; two sons: Tommie Wood and wife Sue and Gary Wood and wife Cathy; one daughter, Yonnie Holland and husband David; four grandchildren: T.J. Wood, Todd Wood, Jesse Holland and Carrie Sipe. Mack was the great-grandfather of Caleb and Taylor Sipe. He is also survived by his sister, Thelma Boulus.

Service and Visitation: A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday (Oct. 21) at 11 a.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church. A private inurnment will precede the service at the St. John's Memorial Garden and Columbarium. The family will receive friends in the Church Library following the Memorial Service.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. John's Lutheran Church, 200 W. Innes St., Salisbury, NC 28144 or the charity of the donor's choice.

Summersett Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Jack Plummer Safley Obituary:

SALISBURY - Jack Plummer Safley, 81, died Monday, Oct. 25, 2010, at the North Carolina State Veterans Home.

Born July 4, 1929, he was the son of the late Flora Melinda Plummer Safley and David Frank Safley of Salisbury and was a lifelong resident of the city. On March 10, 1957, Mr. Safley married Barbara Ann Carter of Lincolnton.

Mr. Safley was a graduate of Boyden High School and was honored to serve in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He spent most of his professional career in sales with City Motor Company of Salisbury.

A lifelong member of First United Methodist Church, Mr. Safley was also an active member of American Legion Post 342 and Salisbury Elks Lodge 699.

Mr. Safley was an avid sports fan and volunteered his services as general manager of the Salisbury American Legion baseball team for 15 years.

In addition to Barbara, his wife of 53 years, Mr. Safley is survived by daughter Anne Elizabeth Safley Bills and her husband, Andy Bills, of High Point; grandchildren Andrew Carter Bills of Charlotte, Elizabeth Asbury Bills and Mary Cullen Bills of High Point; sister Lois Mae Safley Miller of Statesville; and many nieces and nephews.

Service and Visitation: A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29 at First United Methodist Church of Salisbury at 217 S. Church St. with the Rev. Stephen Haines officiating. Following the memorial service, the family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorials may be sent to the Building Fund at First United Methodist Church, 217 S. Church St., Salisbury, NC 28144-4953.

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Sept 16th, Lodge meeting review

The lodge held it's regular meeting and welcomed the District Deputy Bob Malpass and his esquire Ron Dixon. We received a good report after their inspection of the lodge books and review of our operating procedures was completed.

We also initiated five new Elks members. Joe Combs, the father and son team of Sam and Hunter Nash and Sandra Moore who is Angela Moore's mother in law. In addition to those mentioned above, are most of the Officer's that were in attendance.

Many thanks to the House committee for the excellent meal they prepared.

Lodge meeting results. four new Elks

We had a busy meeting on the 20th of May.

Four new members were initiated. Gary Swindell, Matthew Vail, Kathleen Boggs and Kevin O'Mellan. Welcome to the lodge!!

Much business about upcoming events was discussed.

Two votes were held. One was on the river park increases for rentals which was approved. The other was a vote to fill Rob Stubbs Trustee position which he resigned from with two years remaining in his term. That was decided in a close election with Steve Vail being elected

Brother Randy Burrows passed away on April 13th

SALISBURY - Randall "Randy" Lee Burrows, 65, of Salisbury, passed away Tuesday, April 13, 2010, at his residence.

Born Feb. 18, 1945, in Randolph County, he was the son of the late Faye McCoy Yates and Willie Burrows. He was a graduate of Asheboro High School.

Mr. Burrows was a veteran of the United States Coast Guard. A member of the Salisbury Elks Lodge, he retired from Brown & Williamson Tobacco Company as a sales representative.

He was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church.

Survivors include Beckie Brown Burrows, whom he married in 1975; sister Debi Burrows Setzer (Tim) of Asheboro; niece Shea Setzer Grosch (Anthony), also of Asheboro; special angels Julie K. Laney and Travis Nicholas; and beloved cat Sweetie.

Visitation: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Friday, April 16 at Bethel United Methodist Church.

Memorial Service: 3 p.m. Friday at Bethel United Methodist Church. The Rev. Julie McNeil, Dr. Harold Bales and the Rev. Thomas Conder will officiate. Burial will be at Salisbury National Cemetery, with military honors, at a later date.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bethel United Methodist Church, 2380 Long Ferry Road, Salisbury, NC 28146.

The family wishes to give special thanks to Dr. Chris Agner and his staff for the 22 years of special care and kindness to Randy.

New members initiated and several awards presented

At the Lodge meeting on March 18th, John Salonen was presented with a special commendation award for his work with the Veteran's at the Salisbury VA. Also, Steve Vail was presented an award for his outstanding leadership as river park chair. Picture is not shown due to a camera malfunction.

Also that evening, seven brother Elks were initiated. From left to right Debi Davis, Scott DeForrest, Ken Harmer, Brent Hartman, Erin Vinson, Kirk Laps and Bebe Brittain.

Welcome all to the Elks! Please don't be a stranger. Come back to a meeting or two.

It was also the last meeting presided by outgoing ER Bob Sce who is going to be the new Treasurer this coming year. Also "retiring" is Vanessa Eanes as Secretary, Eddy Harwood as Loyal Knight, Jim Hill as Trustee, and Jeff Mills as Lecturing Knight. A hearty hoof clap in appreciation for your service to the Lodge this past year.

Elks Van is still a working

Back in 2004, NC State Elks Association donated this van to the NC Veterans Nursing home. It's still working and helping veterans get to appointments and activities. For more on this van and the dedication ceremonies held back then go to here. Or venture to www.salisburyelks.org and click on the civic activities.