Polly was born to J. Marvin Arthurs and Nellie Wilson on April 29, 1929 in Statesville NC.
In addition to her parents, Polly was preceded in death by her husband Ed. She is survived by her son, Scott Ward (Rose) of Monroe and daughter, Toni Szary of Charlotte. Step Children Terry Hoffman (Lee), Cutty Davis (Donna), and Darlene Ross (Rick). Polly was a cherished Grandmother of 8 and a Great Grand Mother of 18 as well as many nieces and nephews. Polly worked for Belk’s from 1947 until the time of her death. Polly helped co-direct Charlotte’s Festival in The Park from 1964 to 1994.
The family will receive friends from 11:00am until 12:00pm on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at Lee Park Baptist Church in Monroe, NC followed by a service to celebrate her life beginning at 12:00pm. She will be laid to rest with her husband at Sharon Memorial Park in Charlotte NC. In Lieu of flowers, memorials in Polly’s memory may be made to Hospice of Union County, 700 W. Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe NC 28110. Online condolences may be offered by visiting www.mcewenmonroechapel.com
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