Former Salisbury Mayor Clifford A. Peeler of Trinity Oaks, a key figure in Salisbury for
nearly a century, died this morning at 6:40 at the Lutheran Nursing Home after a brief
illness. He was 96.Peeler played an influential part
in city government, led the growth of Cheerwine Bottling Co. and was a major influence in
the life of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Catawba College, local schools and the
Civitan Club.
A memorial service will take place Monday at 4 p.m. at St.
John’s, conducted by associate pastors the Rev. John Tucker and the Rev. Jennifer
Ginn. Catawba President Fred Corriher will deliver the eulogy. Visitation will follow in
the fellowship hall.
A private service and burial will take place earlier Monday
at Chestnut Hill Cemetery. People may pay their respects at Summersett Funeral Home from
Saturday until noon Monday.
Memorials may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church,
Catawba College, N.C. Lutheran Services for the Aging, Salisbury Civitan Club’s
Charitable Foundation or the donor’s choice.
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