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.

Ronnie Jones, Sr.

Ronnie Jones, Sr.

Nov 7, 2012

William Ronald "Ronnie" Jones, Sr., age 63, passed away on Wednesday, November 7, 2012 at his residence. A native and lifelong resident of Candler and the Canton area, he was a son of the late William Posey and Caroline Sharp Jones. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Pauline Williams; one...

Lewis Worsham, Sr.

Lewis Worsham, Sr.

Nov 7, 2012

Waring Lewis "Lew" Worsham, Sr., age 76, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, November 7, 2012, after a period of declining health. Lew was born in Richmond, Virginia to the late James P. and Grace Bowles Worsham and lived there until he joined the Navy in 1952. He spent twenty years serving his country in...

Stanley Applebaum

Stanley Applebaum

Nov 6, 2012

Maggie Valley, Stanley Swartz Applebaum, age 73, passed away on Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at his residence. A native of Manhattan, New York, he was the son of the late Benjamin and Yetta Schlomowitz Appelbaum. For 40 years, he was an independent mover and also worked for Crete Van Lines as a driver. Stanley had a passion...

Eva Tate

Eva Tate

Nov 6, 2012

Lake Junaluska, Eva Jane Rogers Tate, age 91, passed away on Monday, November 5, 2012 at Pardee Hospital. A native of Haywood County, and previous resident of Virginia, she had resided in Hendersonville for the past three years. She was the daughter of the late Marcus Boone and Ethel Maneese Medford Rogers and was also preceded in...

William Appleby

William Appleby

Nov 6, 2012

Lake Junaluska – Dr. William F. "Bill" Appleby passed away on Tuesday, November 6, 2012. He was born June 20, 1928 in Drew, MS the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Chester Appleby. Having moved about to Arkansas and the Mississippi Delta, he spent most of his growing up years in Eupora, MS. Graduated from Eupora High...

Paul Metcalf

Paul Metcalf

Nov 4, 2012

Waynesville, Paul Metcalf, age 83, of Pine Street, passed away on Sunday, November 4, 2012 at Mission Hospital. A native and lifelong resident of Haywood County, he was the son of the late James Robert and Robena Bumgarner Metcalf and was also preceded in death by a brother, Clyde Metcalf and a foster child, Charles Shuler. He...

Jayne Rhinehart

Jayne Rhinehart

Nov 3, 2012

Jayne McCracken Rhinehart, age 69, passed away on Saturday, November 3, 2012 at MedWest Haywood. A native and lifelong resident of Haywood County, she was a daughter of the late Hugh Love and Hannah Mae Duckett McCracken. Jayne was a dedicated member of Clyde Central United Methodist Church and for many years, she was very active in...

Peggy Williams

Peggy Williams

Nov 3, 2012

Peggy McDaniel Williams "My Lady, My Life, My Wife" Waynesville, Peggy McDaniel Williams, age 64, of Cypress Villa Lane, passed away, Saturday, November 3, 2012 at her home after a courageous battle with cancer. She was as native of Haywood County and the daughter of the late Calvin Warren McDaniel and Virginia Matney McDaniel of Canton. In...

Phyllis Chambers

Phyllis Chambers

Nov 2, 2012

Phyllis Pomerleau Chambers, age 88, of the Riverside community passed away on Friday, November 2, 2012 at The Homestead. A native of Cumberland County, Maine, she resided in Haywood County since 1954 and was the daughter of the late William Alexis and Doris Eastman Pomerleau. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Hubert Chambers,...

Lois Smathers

Lois Smathers

Nov 1, 2012

Lois Aldeen Waldrup Smathers, age 84, passed away on November 1, 2012 at the Mars Hill Retirement Centerr. Aldeen was born May 19, 1928 to Clifford and Thelma Merrill Waldrup. She is preceded in death by both her parents; her brothers, Vester, Elwood, and Jimmy Waldrup; her sister, Carlene Frisby; and her great-nephew, Shane Frisby. She retired...

William Corley

William Corley

Nov 1, 2012

Waynesville, William Chad Corley, age 32, of 18705 Great Smoky Mountain Expressway, passed away on Thursday, November 1, 2012. Born in Buncombe County, he was a lifetime resident of Haywood County. He was the son of Charles Lynn and Lanie Rebecca Davis Corley of Waynesville. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Brooks Corley; paternal...

Catherine O'Brien

Catherine O'Brien

Oct 31, 2012

Maggie Valley, Catherine Julie O'Brien, age 84, of 165 Nottingham Road, passed away on Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at Mission Hospital. A native of Ontario, Canada, she was the daughter of the late George and Mary LaFleur was also preceded in death by her beloved companion, Harold "Shag" Hibbits. She was a waitress at of Maneros in...

Catherine O'Brien

Catherine O'Brien

Oct 31, 2012

Maggie Valley, Catherine Julie O'Brien, age 84, of 165 Nottingham Road, passed away on Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at Mission Hospital. A native of Ontario, Canada, she was the daughter of the late George and Mary LaFleur was also preceded in death by her beloved companion, Harold "Shag" Hibbits. She was a waitress at of Maneros in...

Geraldine Lackey

Geraldine Lackey

Oct 31, 2012

Geraldine Lackey, age 71, passed away on Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at MedWest Haywood. A native of Haywood County, she was a daughter of the late Fred and Bertha Frye Wood. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death an infant brother. Jerrie found great enjoyment in cross-stitching and reading books by her favorite author,...

Lloyd Putnam

Lloyd Putnam

Oct 31, 2012

Waynesville, Lloyd Putnam, age 91, of Big Cove Road, passed away on Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at The Homestead. A native of Haywood County, he was the son of the late Mird and Maggie Green Putnam and as a US Army veteran of World War II. Lloyd received the American Theater Service Medal, FAME Service Medal, and...

Janet Caldwell

Janet Caldwell

Oct 30, 2012

Janet Phillips Caldwell, age 58, passed away on Tuesday, October 30, 2012. A native and lifelong resident of Haywood County, she was a daughter of Monroe I. Phillips and the late Peggy Keener Phillips, who died in 2000. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by a sister, Beth Mason. Janet was a member...

Michael Kelly

Michael Kelly

Oct 30, 2012

Clyde, Michael Dennis Kelly, age 69, passed away on Tuesday, October 30, 2012 at the Brian Center of Waynesville. A native of Buncombe County, he was the son of the late John J. Sr., and Margaret Harbin Kelly. He retired from Dayco Corporation. Michael was an antique collector and enjoyed going to flea markets. He is survived...

Marye Boon

Marye Boon

Oct 29, 2012

Maggie Valley, Marye Laughran Boon, age 63, of 482 Black Camp Gap Road, passed away on Monday, October 29, 2012 at St. Joseph Hospital. A native of Washington, DC, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence Clayton, Jr. and Mary Laughran Clayton. She was also preceded in death by a son, William Robert Reeves. She is...

Carroll Chambers

Carroll Chambers

Oct 28, 2012

Canton, Carroll W. Chambers, age 72, formerly of the Bethel Community, passed away on Sunday, October 28, 2012. A native of Haywood County, he was the son of Ralley Oscar Chambers and Evelyn Reece Chambers Freeman. He worked as a project manager in construction and loved fishing and being outdoors. He is survived by a daughter, Belinda...

Douglas Seay

Douglas Seay

Oct 28, 2012

Douglas Leon Seay, age 65, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 28, 2012, at Charles George VA Medical Center. A native and lifelong resident of Haywood County, he was the son of the late William Lonzo Seay, Jr. and Phoebe Bailey Seay. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Candy Seay. He was a retired...

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