John Samuel Register, 87, of Charlotte, passed away August 25, 2014. He was the son of the late Sam and Lois B. Register. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Betty R. Giddens. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Sara; his son, Robert Samuel Register (Claudia); his daughter, Sandra Register Senter (Craig); three granddaughters; and six great grandchildren. His family will greet friends on Friday, August 29, 2014, from 1pm-2pm at Townsend Bros. Funeral Home in Dublin, followed by interment in Dublin Memorial Gardens. Memorial in John's memory may be directed to Novant Health Hospice and Palliative Care, 324 N. McDowell St., Ste. 200, Charlotte, NC 28204. The family wishes to express special thanks to the staff of The Crossings at Steele Creek for their help and care.