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.
Sara Ann Jones Porter
May 14, 2024
Sara Ann Jones Porter passed away peacefully on May 14, 2024, in Charleston, SC.
Sara was born on October 1, 1934, in Gastonia, NC, the daughter of Fred Nesbitt Jones and Corrie Vandiver Jones. Sara was raised in Florence, SC and graduated in 1952 from McClenaghan High School.
While living in Columbia, SC she met a young US Army chaplain’s assistant, Ernest...
Patricia A Parker
May 13, 2024
Patricia A. Parker, formerly of Lowville, NY, died peacefully on May 16th in Waynesville, NC, following a stroke the previous week.
Born in Montour Falls, NY in 1942, Pat was a caring, spirited person who had a strong embrace of life and the people in it. A graduate of Odessa-Montour High School, she received her teaching credential from SUNY Cortland and...
CV Rhodarmer
May 12, 2024
CV Rhodarmer, a beloved individual who touched the lives of many, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024. He was born December 9, 1933 in Haywood County, North Carolina. CV led a fulfilling life defined by dedicated service to both his country and his community. He proudly served in the United States Army as part of the 11th Airborne...
Jonathan Andrew DeGrove
May 11, 2024
Born in Jacksonville, FL, September 5, 1954, to John and Gail DeGrove. He was a 7th generation Florida “cracker”.
Died peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Saturday, May 11,2024
at the age of 69.
Andy grew up in Boca Raton, FL where he loved surfing, camping on the beach, riding motorcycles and listening to good music.
He served in the Navy 1974-1978 as...
Kristine Johnson Hall
May 10, 2024
On Friday morning, May 10, 2024, Kristine Johnson Hall passed away quite unexpectedly while working with chickens she enjoyed so much. While we were blessed with her presence for nearly 76 years, we know that she is now rejoicing in heaven.
A lifelong resident of Haywood County, Kristine was the daughter of Gaston Johnson, Jr. and Mamie Parton Johnson of Waynesville....
Roy Lee Cogburn
May 10, 2024
Roy Lee “Pete” Cogburn, 96, passed away at his home on Friday, May 10, 2024. He was born on December 6, 1927, in Haywood County. Pete had a passion for collecting clocks, gardening, and helping others. He was known for his strong work ethic and his unwavering loyalty to Ford. Pete retired as a mechanic from Ken Wilson Ford...
Madeleine Plott Dammann
May 9, 2024
Mrs. Madeleine Plott Dammann, 88, born on July 9, 1935, in Chauny, France, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Spicewood Cottages on the morning of May 9, 2024. Madeleine was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her father André David, her mother Angelina David, her first husband Lawrence Plott of 40 years...
Carolyn Chandler Auberry
May 9, 2024
Carolyn Chandler Auberry passed away on May 9, 2024. She was 91 years old. Carolyn was born in Weaverville, North Carolina on July 9, 1932. She was proud of her basketball prowess at Flat Creek and her standing in her high school graduating class of eight students. She earned her degree at Western Carolina and began working as an elementary school...
James Darryl Parker
May 8, 2024
James Darryl Parker, 77, of Asheville, died on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at Stonecreek Health and Rehab. A native of Buncombe County, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mildred Smith Parker. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two sisters, Jean Erwin and Debra Hensley and brother, Joseph Eugene Parker.
He was an...
Janet Elaine Wyatt
May 8, 2024
In loving memory of Janet Elaine Greene Wyatt, a devoted Clinical Supervisor at Midway Medical in Clyde for 30 years, who sadly passed away on May 8, 2024, at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. Janet was born on July 18, 1974, in Haywood County, where she developed a passion for caring for others that would shape her illustrious career.Graduating with...
Ruby Caldwell Bradley
May 8, 2024
Ruby Caldwell Bradley, age 91, passed away on May 8, 2024.
A native of Haywood County, Ruby was one of the last children born in Cataloochee Valley. She was born March 29, 1933, and was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas H. and Ella Jane Caldwell; brothers, John, Lloyd, Dock, Frank, Tommy, Jack and Thurman. She is also preceded...
Stephen James Boyle
May 7, 2024
Stephen James Boyle, age 81, passed away on May 7, 2024 after a three year battle with prostate cancer. The son of the late James Boyle and Joan Wagner Boyle, he was born November 4, 1942, in Mendota, Illinois. He is also preceded in death by his brother, Timothy Boyle, and his sister, Susan Boyle.
Steve served with honor in the...
Verba Kay Norris
May 6, 2024
Verba Kaye Norris, age 71, of Clyde, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024 at Silver Bluff Rehabilitation. She was the daughter of the late Evelyn and Robert Norris. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Roger. She was a member of Louisa Chapel United Methodist Church. Verba spent her career as a certified nursing assistant at...
David Scott Kopelson
May 6, 2024
David Scott Kopelson, 59, of Candler passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024 at the Elizabeth House. A native of Ohio, he was the son of the late Leonard and Shelia Kopelson.
David worked with Tru Point Bank as a Senior Teller.
He is survived by his husband of 19 years, Bill Roe and two brothers, Jay Kopelson and Ken Kopelson.
A...
Jessica Lauren "Jessie" Robertson
May 5, 2024
Jessica Lauren “Jessie” Robertson, born on May 2, 1996, in Buncombe, left this world on Sunday, May 5, 5024. She was a dedicated dispatcher at Buncombe Public Safety Communications, where she served with unwavering professionalism. Jessie's journey was marked by significant educational milestones. She graduated from Erwin High School in 2014 and went on to pursue her passion by enrolling...
Jo Ann Manning
May 5, 2024
Clyde, Jo Ann Manning, 82, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2024, at her daughter’s home. A native of Ohio, Jo Ann was the daughter of the late Paul & Evelyn Johnson Thyreen. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband Rodney Manning who passed in 2001. She also is preceded in death by two sisters.Jo Ann taught music...
Joshua Michael Morgan
May 4, 2024
Joshua Michael Morgan, passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the J.F. Keever Solace Center in Asheville. He was born on November 14, 1976, in Haywood County, North Carolina.
Joshua was the life of the party. Always making everyone laugh. He was a proud graduate of Pisgah High School, Class of 1996. In his free time, he found joy in...
Sandra McKean Martin
May 4, 2024
Sandra McKean Martin was born in Glastonbury, CT on June 23, 1940. Sandy was a proud military widow of her husband of 48 years, Lowell Lee Martin. She is survived by her loving children, Laura Martin Ashburn, Ken Martin and Tom Martin, her grandson, Ian Martin and great granddaughter, Harper Lynne Martin. Her surviving siblings are Susan Marion and Judd...
Iola Sue Kelley Jackson
May 2, 2024
Iola “Sue” Kelley Jackson, 87, of Canton passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at Silver Bluff Nursing Home. A native of Haywood County, she grew up in Morning Star United Methodist Church. She was the daughter of the late Robert Roy and Lillie Mae Smathers Kelley. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her...
Doyce Blanton Burnette
May 2, 2024
Blanton Burnette, 97, a member of the Haywood community, passed away on May 2, 2024, at Haywood Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on August 12, 1926, in Haywood County, North Carolina, to the late Glenlowe and Lula Mae Burnette. Blanton served his country with honor as a member of the U.S. Navy during World War...
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