William "Bill" Cecil Gaddy

Bill was a former truck driver and loved to tell stories of his trucking days. He was predeceased in death by his parents, James P. Gaddy and Emma Tucker Gaddy, and a brother, James Gilford Gaddy.

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Kay Gaddy; son, Todd Gaddy and wife, Gail; and granddaughters, Amanda and Jennifer Gaddy. He is also survived by one brother, Robert Gaddy and wife, Carolyn.

The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, at Idlewild Baptist Church. The funeral will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 20, 2013, at the church. Interment will follow in Sharon Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials sent to Idlewild Baptist Church, Benevolence Fund, 12701 Idlewild Road, Matthews, NC 28105, or Hospice and Palliative Care, Charlotte Region, 1420 East 7th Street, Charlotte, NC 28204.

McEwen Funeral Service, Mint Hill Chapel is assisting the family.

Condolences may be offered at www.mcewenminthillchapel.com.