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.
Julia A. Ropalo
Apr 18, 2024
Julia A. Ropalo, 41, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and friend, departed from this world on April 18, 2024, in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Born on August 15, 1982, in the Republic of Kazakhstan to Nadezhda Gheorgevia Terentyev
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Yolanda Smith Ferguson
Apr 18, 2024
Yolanda Smith Ferguson, a dedicated member of the Crabtree community, passed away on April 18, 2024. Yolanda was the daughter of the late Hugh and Cora Mae James Smith. She was preceded in death by her husband Roger Ferguson (2013) and son Travis Ferguson (2023). Yolanda is survived by her son Dennis Ferguson (Laura), five grandchildren, Eli, Natalie, their mother...
Gayle Patricia Hammeal
Apr 17, 2024
Gayle Patricia Hammeal passed away peacefully at her residence on April 17, 2024. She was born on March 22, 1946, in Plainfield, New Jersey, to her loving parents, Clarkson Maxwell Hammeal and Eleanor Ruh Hammeal. Her parents moved her and her brother to Wethersfield, Connecticut in 1949 where they planted roots and thrived. She loved the cold and that’s where...
William "Bill" Jenkins
Apr 15, 2024
Fines Creek, William "Bill" Jenkins, 67, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024. A native of Haywood County, Bill was the son of the late Jesse and Ruth Rathbone Jenkins. He was the husband of the late Earlene Phillips Jenkins who passed away in 2012. He is also preceded in death by a brother Joe Jenkins.Bill was of the Baptist...
Bjorn Sverre Johannessen
Apr 11, 2024
Bjorn Sverre Johannessen, 90, of Asheville, died peacefully at home on April 11, 2024 after a long and fulfilling life. Born in Sarpsborg, Norway on April 10, 1934, he was the son of the late Georg and Dagmar Johannessen. Growing up during World War II, Bjorn was raised with perseverance and a passion for success, which he learned from his parents....
Donna Galster McDonald
Apr 10, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mother and grandmother, Donna Galster McDonald, of Waynesville, NC, on April 10, 2024. She was 99 years old.
Born on June 2, 1924, in Middleville, MI, to Carl and Doris Galster, she was the oldest of six children. Donna lived a long and full life. She was the wife...
Martha Jane Swanger
Apr 8, 2024
Martha Jane Swanger, known for her dedication to her family, church, and community, passed away on April 8, 2024. Martha was born in Haywood County on June 26, 1962, to Glenn and Bertha Putnam. Martha led a fulfilling career working in Accounts Payable at Dayco and then Day International before retiring. However, her true passion was being a mother and...
Phillip Douglas Blaylock
Apr 6, 2024
Phillip Douglas Blaylock, a beloved member of the Cruso Community in Haywood County, passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024. He was known for his kind heart and his passion for meeting and befriending people and for old Fords. Born on January 4, 1950, in Haywood County, Phillip graduated from Pisgah High School in 1968. He pursued a fulfilling career...
Maggie Lee McCracken
Apr 5, 2024
Maggie McCracken, age 20, passed away unexpectedly on April 5th, 2024.
A Haywood County native, Maggie was born May 7th, 2003. A scholar and an athlete, she played varsity volleyball and softball at Pisgah High School, while also graduating first in her class. After graduating from high school, Maggie attended Appalachian State University and Western Carolina University: she was on track...
Sharon Bonita Smith
Apr 3, 2024
Sharon “Sherri” Smith, passed away unexpectedly on April 3, 2024. She was 74 years old. Her family is deeply saddened by her sudden death.
Sherri is survived by her loving husband of 37 years, Titus Smith, her daughters Kellie Carr Piet (Greg) and Vickie Humbird Robinson (Chad) and her granddaughter Jordan Humbird (Nauja). Sherri was predeceased by her parents Willie "Bill"...
C E Frederick
Apr 2, 2024
CE Frederick, a man of honor, integrity and dedication, passed away on April 2nd, 2024. He was born January 1st, 1926 in Robbinsville, North Carolina.
He spent his younger years between Robbinsville and Canton. At age 17 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy at the height of World War II and became a gunner in the PBY seaplane. He then obtained...
Anna Lee Root Howell
Apr 1, 2024
Anna Lee Root Howell, age 92, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2024, at Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital, Seneca, SC following a fall, with her loving family by her side. A daughter of the late Edward and Lillie Jones Root, Anna was born August 24, 1931, in Garrard, Kentucky. She was predeceased by her husband William Lee (Bill) Howell...
Jack Cummings Walker
Mar 30, 2024
Jack Cummings Walker, 84, of Waynesville, passed peacefully in his home, surrounded by his immediate family on Saturday, March 30, 2024. He was born July 29, 1939, in Canton, NC, and spent the majority of his life in Waynesville, NC. Jack was the youngest son of Ethel Best Walker and Joseph Howell “Ted” Walker and brother to the recent Joseph...
Rev. Paul Wayne Hensley
Mar 29, 2024
Reverend Paul Wayne Hensley, 66, of Waynesville, NC, passed away on March 29th, 2024.
Paul was born the eldest of three sons to George Robert Hensley and Peggy (Bond) Hensley in Norfolk, England on November 28th, 1957, Thanksgiving Day. In 1977, Paul met Debbi Caldwell in Homestead, FL, and they married on October 14th, 1978. Paul and Debbi went on to...
Edith Summerrow Whisenhunt
Mar 29, 2024
Mrs. Edith Summerrow Whisenhunt, a beloved member of her family and the community, passed away on March 29, 2024. She was born on April 5, 1926, to the late George and Iva Allen Summerrow, and was the youngest of eight children. A graduate of Waynesville Township High School in 1943, Edith started her career at First Union National Bank. She transitioned...
Mary Jean Torda
Mar 29, 2024
Mary Jean Torda, 86, passed away at Autumn Care of Waynesville on March 29, 2024. Born in Jacksonville, Florida to the late James and Mary Lopez Allen. She is also preceded in death by a son, Douglas Allen Torda.
Mary was a woman who cherished her family above all else. She found immense joy in spending time with her children, grandchildren,...
Cheyenne Keener
Mar 28, 2024
Bethel – William Cheyenne Keener, a beloved member of the Bethel community, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at his residence.
Born on December 20, 1983, Cheyenne Keener was a proud 2002 graduate of Pisgah High School where he played football, baseball, and basketball. Following graduation, he played in the East-West football game. He later went on to excel at...
Robert "Bobby' Owen McCarson
Mar 24, 2024
Robert “Bobby” Owen McCarson, Jr., 61 of Candler passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at John F. Keever, Jr. Solace Center. A Native of Munich, Germany, he lived in Candler, NC for most of his life. He was son of the late Robert Owen McCarson and in addition he was preceded in death by his brother, John David McCarson.
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Thomas Wayne Stepp
Mar 23, 2024
Thomas Wayne Stepp, known affectionately as Tommy to his loved ones, passed away on March 23, 2024, in Hendersonville, NC. He was born on January 29, 1976, in West Virginia.Tommy was a man of many passions and interests. He found joy in the simple things in life such as hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, and exploring flea markets. However, his greatest...
Edna Elizabeth Shipman Littrell
Mar 22, 2024
Edna Elizabeth Shipman Littrell, 86, of Asheville went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 22, 2024, at her home, following a period of declining health. A native of Henderson County, she was the daughter of the late Jess and Thelma Louise Franks Shipman. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert...
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