Obituaries
Recent obituaries in North Carolina
The obituaries in the North Carolina Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity North Carolina's history and identity.
Lindsey Joseph Harrell, Jr.
Oct 15, 2024
Lindsey Joseph Harrell, Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, peacefully went Home to be with The Lord at the age of 86 on October 15, 2024, in Hudson, North Carolina, under the compassionate care of Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care. Born on February 15, 1938, in Buncombe County, North Carolina, Lindsey lived a life full of purpose, dedication,...
Martha Jane Chastain
Oct 15, 2024
Martha Jane Chastain, born on August 7, 1938, in Haywood County, North Carolina, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. The daughter of Troy and Pearl Mason Burnette, Martha lived a life rich in love and devotion, as a loyal and devoted ministers wife. She married her husband, Rev. Carl Chastain, in May of 1954.
Mrs. Chastain was...
Charles Baxter Singleton
Oct 14, 2024
Charles Baxter Singleton, born on April 7, 1936, in Haywood County, North Carolina, peacefully passed away at his home on Monday, October 14, 2024. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, remembered for his unwavering dedication to his family and his many passions.
Charles enjoyed a distinguished career at Champion International, where he worked in the Waste Treatment Plant...
James Rufus Fisher
Oct 13, 2024
James “Jimmy” Rufus Fisher, 84, of Asheville passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024. A native of Sylva, NC, he was the son of the late Roy Jasper and Emma Leona Curtis Fisher. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Roy “Buddy” Fisher and Carroll Wilburn Fisher.
Jimmy proudly served in the US Air Force for over 20 years...
Pauline "Cookie" Gamble
Oct 13, 2024
Pauline "Cookie" Gamble, a beloved member of her family and the community, passed away on October 13, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on July 25, 1943, Cookie was known for her warmth, dedication, and vibrant spirit that touched the lives of many.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Barney D. Kelly, Sr. and Robbie Wright Kelly; her...
Emma Mashburn
Oct 11, 2024
Emma Sue Huskey Mashburn, born on May 7, 1936, in Haywood County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her residence on October 11, 2024. She leaves behind a legacy marked by love, creativity, and dedication.
Emma had a distinguished career, serving as an executive secretary with American Enka/BASF for over 30 years. Her professionalism and commitment to her work were evident...
Phyllis Ann Burrell
Oct 10, 2024
Phyllis Ann Clark Burrell, born on July 25, 1947, in Haywood County, passed away peacefully with the embrace of her daughter and son-in-law’s hands, at her daughter’s home.
For over 25 years, Phyllis carved out a legacy as the owner of Sunset Mobile Home Park, a place that became a vibrant community, marked by her kindness and unwavering spirit. To those...
Clarence "Butch" Pitts
Oct 9, 2024
On Wednesday afternoon October 9th surrounded by his family, Clarence Hayden (Butch) Pitts, Jr. went home to be with his Lord and Savior. Butch was born in Watagua County on December 6, 1946, to Hayden and Betty Pitts.
Growing up, Butch held many jobs such as a soda jerk, gas station attendant, oil truck driver, babysitter to his 6 younger siblings,...
Robert Lewis Price
Oct 7, 2024
Robert Lewis Price, born on April 30, 1945, in Buncombe County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on October 7 2024. He was 79 years old. Robert was a kind-hearted and helpful man, known for his dedication to family. For over 24 years, he was employed as a heavy operator by Mountain Shore Construction, a role that reflected his...
William Frank Chambers
Oct 6, 2024
William “Frank” Chambers, Jr., 86, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2024 at Silver Bluff Village in Canton, North Carolina.
A native and lifelong resident of Haywood County, he was the son of the late William Frank Sr. and Marjorie Lankford Chambers. He is preceded in death by his wife, Rita Hipps Chambers, his sister, Geraldine Thompson, and his brother, John...
Mable Elizabeth Murray
Oct 4, 2024
Haywood County, Mable Clay Murray passed away Friday, October 4, 2024, at her home.
She was a native of Wilmington, NC. And the daughter of the late Joseph and Laura Pierce Clay and preceded in death by her husband Rev. Dr. Thomas Watson Murray, Jr., who died in 2014, and son Dean Murray.
Mable graduated from Williston High School, and Fayetteville State...
Wendy H Dillard
Sep 30, 2024
Wendy Helen Donald Dillard, born on April 24, 1943, in the lush landscapes of South Africa, ascended to the heavens on September 30, 2024, at Mission Hospital. Her life was a tapestry woven with loving threads of family, faith, and dedication. Wendy was not just an accountant; she was a steadfast pillar in the lives of those who knew her.
Educated...
Rev. Bill Lowry
Sep 29, 2024
Lake Junaluska/Mississippi, Rev. William "Bill" Tew Lowry, 94, a devoted United Methodist Minister and dedicated member of the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024, at his residence. He was born on June 4, 1930, in Meridian, Mississippi, and lived a life marked by faith, service, and community engagement.
Bill pursued an education that...
Irene C Sutton
Sep 29, 2024
Maggie Valley, Irene Sutton, 88, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at her residence. She was a native of Cataloochee and daughter to the late Lush and Maggie Love Caldwell. She is preceded by her husband William Lee Sutton who died in 2019, two sisters, Bertha Sutton, Dorothy Messer and two brothers Riley and Walt Caldwell.
Irene was the owner...
Marian V Badgley
Sep 27, 2024
Marian Badgley passed away on September 27, of natural causes, during hurricane Helene that hit North Carolina.
Born in Brighton, Colorado on February 3, 1933, to Dana and Winifred Wells. She attended school in Brighton, graduating from Brighton High School.
After graduation she went to work for frontier airline in Denver, CO for nine years. She then moved to Miami, FL to...
David Michael Dill
Sep 23, 2024
New York, David Dill, 62, passed away Monday, September 23, 2024, at Mission Hospital.
David was a native of NC but lived the last 40 years in the NY City area as a musician, sound engineer and artist.
He is preceded in death by his parents William and Mary Revels Dills and his brother William Thomas Dill, Jr.
David is survived by his...
Lee Ann Knight
Sep 21, 2024
Lee Ann Hoglen Knight
Waynesville, Lee Ann Knight, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday September 21, 2024.
Lee Ann was a native of Haywood county and the daughter of Jane Gaddy Hoglen and the late Donnie Hoglen.
Lee Ann Hoglen Knight attended Trinity Baptist and Pinnacle Church. She enjoyed birdwatching, taking care of animals, and her family.
Lee Ann shared 28 wonderful...
Ann Paige George
Sep 21, 2024
Ann Paige George, 79, of Waynesville passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2024, at Pisgah Manor Health Care. A native of Haywood County, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Jessie Singleton Paige. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Bill George in 2013; five sisters and seven brothers.
As the matriarch...
Ralph Howard Pless
Sep 20, 2024
Reverend Howard Pless, a devoted Baptist minister and cherished family man, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024 at Haywood Regional Medical Center in Haywood County, North Carolina. He was born on November 15, 1931, in LaSalle, Colorado, and lived a life rich with faith, service, and family.
Throughout his 35-year ministry, Howard pastorally enriched the lives of many in five...
Esther Ray Nesbitt
Sep 20, 2024
Esther Ray Nesbitt, born on September 12, 1934, in Columbus County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her residence on September 20, 2024.
She was a pillar of kindness, known for her warm and welcoming demeanor, and exemplified a remarkable work ethic that inspired those around her. Esther took great pride in her yard, ensuring its beauty mirrored her nurturing spirit....
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