James L. Reep

He was born on Mar. 18, 1920, in Forsyth County, NC, raised in Greensboro, NC, and was the eldest son of Thomas Harry and Mary Garmany Reep.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter, Lynda Sue; and two brothers, Lawrence and John Reep.

He was a member of Steele Creek Presbyterian Church in Charlotte where he had been a deacon, member of the Community Bible class and had served on the cemetery committee.

He was a charter member of the Carolina Historic Aviation Commission and a member of the Piedmont Airlines former employees’ club “Jet Piedmont”. He was also a past president of the Westbury Optimist Club and the Mecklenburg Beekeepers Association.

Mr. Reep held an aircraft and power plant mechanic’s license. He also held a SEL pilot’s license. Flying was a love for him which he enjoyed very much.

He retired from Ace Elevator Co. in 1985 where he was a mechanic.

Survivors include his wife, Bettye Sue, Charlotte; his two sons, Tommy A. Reep (Roberta), Midland, TX, and James L. Reep, Jr., Charlotte; his grandson, Travis Reep, Charlotte; his two great grandchildren, McKenzie and Coleman, Charlotte; and sister-in-law, Elaine Reep, Greensboro;

Graveside services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 1, 2012, at the Steele Creek Presbyterian Church Cemetery, 7404 Steele Creek Road, Charlotte, NC. His memorial service will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Monday in the church. His family will greet friends following his service.

Memorials may be directed to the Steele Creek Presbyterian Church or to Hospice and Palliative Care, Charlotte Region, 1420 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC 28204.

Condolences to the family may be offered at www.mcewenpinevillechapel.com.