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Death

Charles S. Dorton,Jr. "Chub" 96, passed away Saturday, November 26, 2022 at The Greens of Cabarrus following an extended illness. He was born August 29,1926 in Cabarrus County, to the late Charles Simeon Dorton, Sr. and Lula Mae Canupp Dorton. Chub served in the US Army during World War II, He was awarded a Victory medal having served during the Asiatic- Pacific campaign. Chub was also well known in the city of Concord as a US Postman. He was known form his contagious smile and wit. Chub was preceded in death by his wife of 77 years, Naomi Ruth Linker Dorton (1925-2021), son, Charles S. Dorton III (1947-2016). Survivors include sons: Steven Alvice Dorton (Sandy) of Concord, NC and Phillip Kevin Dorton (Jamie) of Kernersville, NC. Grandchildren: Jennifer, Grant and Lyndsey. Great- grandchildren, Sawyer and Adrien. A private graveside service will be held on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at Roberta United Methodist Church Cemetery of which Chub was a faithful member, the Reverend Perry Hines officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials contributions can be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Cabarrus County, 5003 Hospice Lane, Kannapolis, NC 28081. Hartsell Funeral Home of Concord is serving the Dorton family.