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.
Lois Owenby Williams
Mar 9, 2024
Lois Owenby Williams, passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2024. Born in Buncombe County on May 10, 1940, Lois touched the lives of many with her kindness and unwavering spirit.
Throughout her career as co-owner/operator of Smokey Mountain Recreation, Lois brought joy to numerous individuals and families, creating lasting memories for all who crossed her path.
A faithful member of the...
Kenneth Gerard Brodie
Mar 8, 2024
Kenneth Gerard Brodie, age 95, of Waynesville, NC, passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024.
Ken was born on December 24, 1928, in Framingham, Massachusetts. He was the fourth child of Exilona and Francis R. Brodie. He was predeceased by his sister, Ruth A. Napolitano (Carmine); two brother, Francis R. Brodie, Jr. (Lillian), Richard S. Brodie (Cecilia); his wife, Mary Lou...
James Patrick Donovan
Mar 8, 2024
Waynesville - James Patrick Donovan, 89, of Waynesville passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024, at Maggie Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation. A native of New Jersey, he was the son of the late John and Caroline Christ Donovan. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded by his daughter, Joan “Sissy” Swenson; sister, Mary Alyce and brother, John and...
Louise Barnes
Mar 7, 2024
Waynesville, Sarah Louise Houston Barnes, 98, born January 1, 1926, joined her loved ones and her Lord Thursday, March 7, 2024, from her home. A native of Macon County, she was the daughter of the late Jack and Dialphia Parker Houston. She was married for 70 years to the late Dexter J Barnes, who died February 19, 2017. In...
Sandra Sheffield Ammons
Mar 4, 2024
The smartest person we know has walked over the bridge to join loved ones in heaven. She takes mortal leave of this rollicking, revolving world – this Sun, that moon, a walk around Lake Junaluska, a stroll through the Fresh Market, a game day in Knoxville, and the memory of a child’s hand in hers.
Sandra Sheffield Ammons was born in...
Gerald "Jerry" Joseph Horak
Mar 3, 2024
Gerald Joseph “Jerry” Horak, age 83, of Candler, NC, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2024, from complications of Parkinson’s Disease.
He was born on March 30, 1940, in Washington, Iowa, the son of Paul Richard and Alida Horak. A biologist and ornithologist, he spent his career studying prairie chickens and other threatened and endangered species in the Flint Hills of...
Nancy Rogers Boyd
Mar 3, 2024
Nancy was born in Waynesville on July 2, 1944, to Willis and Honey Smith. Nancy lived her whole life here in Haywood County. She was proceeded in death by her parents, 2 brothers Tom and Phillip and her sister Elizabeth.
She has been the loving partner to Richard “Rick” Boyd since 1982. The two were married on May 7, 1988....
Norma Jean Winchester Womack
Mar 1, 2024
Norma Jean Winchester Womack went to be with the Lord on March 1, 2024. A life-long resident of Haywood County, she was born October 31, 1934, in Hazelwood to the late Bill and Allie Whitner Winchester. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Harold Winchester.
She is survived by her husband of 67 years:...
Robert (Bob) Arthur Herrmann
Feb 29, 2024
Bob Herrmann passed away on February 29, 2024, at his home in Waynesville. Born in Illinois, Bob is the son of the late Robert and Virginia Stein Herrmann.
Bob had a successful career as an insurance agent, starting with John Hancock Mutual Life for 15 years and later opening his own State Farm agency in 1980. His dedication to his work...
Lana Blaylock Snider
Feb 28, 2024
Lana Blaylock Snider, passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at Autumn Care of Waynesville. She was born in Haywood County in 1950. Lana was dedicated to her career; she owned and operated a Trucking Company, leaving a legacy of hard work and success.
In 1968, Lana graduated from Pisgah High School, showcasing her commitment to education and personal growth.
Lana was...
Aidan Lee Hoglen
Feb 27, 2024
Aidan Hoglen, who was full of life and gone to soon, passed away on February 27, 2024.
Aidan was a freshman at Tuscola High School and was known for his love of music, the outdoors, hunting, and fishing. He had a heart of gold and was always the first to reach out to others. Aidan's passion for history...
Dorothy Tropeano Gordon
Feb 27, 2024
Dorothy Lillian Tropeano Gordon, 83, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at her residence.
She was the daughter of the late Ralph and Margaret Dolt Tropeano. Dorothy was originally from Billerica, Massachusetts and relocated to Canton in 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Gordon who died in July, 2023; and a daughter, Jo Anne Gordon....
Terry Gail Rutherford
Feb 26, 2024
Terry Gail Rutherford, a dedicated individual who left a mark in both his professional and personal life, went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 26, 2024, at Haywood Regional Medical Center in Clyde. Terry's journey began on July 24, 1941, in Buncombe County, where he took his first steps into a life filled with accomplishments and cherished moments.
In...
Robert Eugene Massie
Feb 25, 2024
Robert Eugene Massie passed away Sunday February 25, 2024. He was born to Thomas Guy and Hettie Mock Massie on March 25,1933 in Haywood County. Proceeded in death by parents and sister Lois M. McEdwards, and survived by his wife Sarah Shaw Massie, son David Reagan Massie (Kim), daughter Laura Massie Howell (Dean), grandsons Lucas Dean Howell (Kalei) and Ethan...
Chad Smith
Feb 25, 2024
Chadrick Ray Smith, 55, of the Upper Crabtree Community, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, February 25, 2024, surrounded by family and friends. A native of Haywood County, he was the son of Jimmy and Anna Lea Smith of Crabtree. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his high school sweetheart and loving...
Mary Jane Matthews
Feb 24, 2024
Waynesville, Mary Jane Matthews, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at Haywood Regional Medical Center.
Born on November 10, 1940, in Dover, New Hampshire to Charles and Ernestine Maguire, Mary Jane lived a life dedicated to family and friends, faith, and a passion for serving others.
A lifelong servant in retail spaces, Mary Jane worked in a variety of stores from...
McLain Rogers
Feb 24, 2024
McLain Rogers, 81, has peacefully passed away at his residence in Clyde, on Saturday, February 24, 2024. He was born in Haywood County, November 3, 1942, to the late C. Hugh Rogers and Cleo Caldwell Rogers. McLain lived a life filled with compassion, hard work, and service to his community.
He was a dedicated individual known for his career in Time...
Elliott Frederick Rainville, Sr.
Feb 23, 2024
Elliott Rainville, 73, of Candler, NC died on February 23, 2024 following an extended illness. Son of the late Rodolphe Rainville, Sr. and Edith Nascembeni, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Rodolphe Rainville, Jr.Elliott proudly served in the US Military and lived most of his life in Springfield, MA.He is survived by his children, Elliott Rainville and...
Hannah Pauline "Polly" Solley
Feb 23, 2024
With much love and sadness, we announce the passing of Hannah Pauline “Polly” (Ford) Solley on February 23, 2024, at Smoky Mountain Health and Rehabilitation Center in Waynesville, North Carolina at the age of 87, following a joyful lifetime packed with friends, adventures, and lots of singing.
Polly was born in Moscow, Tennessee to loving parents Minnie and James Ford,...
Ronald Alvin McFalls
Feb 23, 2024
Ronald A (Ron) McFalls passed away Friday February 23, 2024. He was a native of Haywood County. Ronald was the son of Evelyn Trull McFalls and the late Clyde McFalls.
Ron worked at Ken Willsons Ford and devoted 17 years to the parts department. He was a member of Ninevah Baptist Church.
Ron enjoyed the outdoors, camping, fishing, and taking care of...
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