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.
Martha Russell Mease
Nov 3, 2023
Waynesville, Martha Ann Russell Mease, age 89, peacefully passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023 at her home.
Martha was part of a big family and was a daughter of Rufus Howard Russell and Ella Garren Russell. She was also preceded in death by her dear husband of 63 years, Bobby Reed Mease, who died in 2019; sister, Edna Harris;...
Walter B. Mather, III
Nov 2, 2023
Walter Bentley Mather, III passed away peacefully on November 2, 2023 in Waynesville, NC at the age of 91. He was a devoted and loving husband to his wife of nearly 60 years, Peggy Askew Mather. He missed her greatly since her death in 2015.
Walter was born in Hartford, CT. He joined the United States Air Force where he...
Joe Stanley Kilgore
Nov 2, 2023
Maggie Valley, NC, Joe Stanley Kilgore, 69, passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at his residence.
Born in Anniston, Alabama, he was the son of the late Joe and Peggy Dean Kilgore.
Joe was the proud owner of the restaurant Butts On The Creek in Maggie Valley. He loved the outdoors. He did a lot of fishing and...
Frank Terrell Morgan
Nov 1, 2023
Frank Terrell Morgan, a beloved member of the community, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at his residence. Frank was born on March 16, 1951, in Forsyth County, North Carolina. His childhood in Waynesville shaped the kind and compassionate person he became.After graduating from Tuscola High School, Frank dedicated 23 years of his life to serving his country in...
Mary Elizabeth Taylor
Oct 30, 2023
Mary Elizabeth Taylor, a beloved member of the community, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2023, in Cumberland County, North Carolina. Born on February 25, 1946, in Buncombe County, Mary lived a remarkable life filled with love and dedication to her family and faith.Mary's true calling was creating a loving home for her family. For over four decades, she stood...
Gerald Michael Ferguson
Oct 28, 2023
Gerald Michael Ferguson, better known as Jerry, passed away on October 28, 2023, at Mission Hospital surrounded by family. He was born on February 28, 1948, in Glendale, CA and leaves behind a legacy filled with remarkable experiences and cherished memories.
Jerry was a promising athlete in baseball on the way to a professional career while in high school,...
James Dale Milton
Oct 25, 2023
James Dale Milton, a beloved member of the community, passed away on October 25, 2023. He was born on September 27, 1978, in Illinois. James was a remarkable individual with many accomplishments and passions throughout his life.James dedicated his career to ConMet, where he worked diligently and made significant contributions. His commitment to excellence and his attention to detail were...
Gene Webb
Oct 24, 2023
Gene Webb, of Bethel, passed away on October 24, 2023, at Carepartners Solace Center in Asheville. He was born on July 14, 1946, in Haywood County. Gene led a fulfilling life and leaves behind a legacy of dedication, kindness, and love.Gene also proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. His...
Ernest Edward Willis
Oct 24, 2023
Ernest Edward Willis, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at his residence in Haywood County. He was born on Saturday, March 10, 1934, in Haywood County to Lee Edward and Lucy Mauney Willis.Ernest graduated from Canton High School in 1953 before embarking on a fulfilling career. He was employed with Champion Papers in...
Gary Dale Sellers
Oct 24, 2023
Gary Dale Sellers, 84, of Candler, NC passed away peacefully with his family by his side on October 24, 2023 after a long debilitating illness. He was dearly loved by his family and friends for his gentle, caring, and soft-spoken manner. Gary was a humble man, valued for his loyalty and faithfulness, as well as a work ethic of honesty,...
James "Toby" Rogers Craft
Oct 22, 2023
James Rogers Craft, “Toby”, a beloved member of the community, passed away on October 22, 2023, at Arrowhead Cove Assisted Living. Toby spent his professional career as a Process Planner for Pratt and Whitney Aircraft, dedicating over 25 years of service to the company. His commitment and expertise were greatly appreciated by his colleagues and earned him respect in his field. ...
Linda Lee Cockman
Oct 22, 2023
Maggie Valley, Linda Lee Cockman, 70, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away on October 22, 2023, at Haywood Regional Medical Center. She was born in Florida to Arthur Gray and Carole Robinson Gray. Linda led a fulfilling life and leaves behind cherished memories for her family and friends. After graduating from high school, she joined the United...
Dean Charles Barnum
Oct 21, 2023
Dean Charles Barnum, born 24 Sept 1941 in Austin, MN, passed away at Mission Hospital on 21 Oct 2023. He is the son of the late Charles and Irene Holst Barnum.
He grew up on the family farm, attending high school in Austin and graduating with Salutatorian honors. He then went to SDSM&T in Rapid City, SD with a degree...
Peter A. Welling
Oct 21, 2023
Waynesville, Peter A. Welling, 72, passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at his home.
A native of Maryland, he found himself living in Melrose Massachusetts before becoming a resident of Haywood County for the past 10 years.
He is the son of the late Major General Alvin Welling & Nancy Crawford Welling.
Peter...
Carl "C.A." Arnold Ownbey
Oct 21, 2023
Carl Arnold “C. A. “ Ownbey, 80, of Fairview passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at Mission Hospital. A native of Buncombe County, he was the son of the late Charles Robert and Hilda Buckner Ownbey. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sisters, Linda Ownbey Ebernickel and Rita Ann Laudenslager and a...
Jill Underwood Scruggs
Oct 20, 2023
Canton - Jill Underwood Scruggs, 51, passed away on Friday, October 20, 2023.
Jill was a native of Haywood County and the daughter of the late Ted and Regina Cantrall Underwood.
Jill dedicated 24 years of her life to Blue Ridge Dermatology as a Clinical Assistant, where she made a significant impact on both her colleagues...
Chrissy Hill
Oct 20, 2023
Waynesville, Chrissy Hill, 63, passed away on October 20, 2023, at CarePartners. She was born in Georgia to parents, Lothar Wolfgang and Jeanette Wiehulla. She is preceded in death by two sisters Carroll and Clair Wiehulla.
Chrissy worked as a Teller Trainer in the banking industry and later was an office clerk in dental. She loved her cats, had...
Wilma Jean Young Boone
Oct 20, 2023
Wilma Jean Boone, 87, of Canton passed away on Friday, October 20, 2023, at Haywood Regional Medical Center. A native of Buncombe County, she was the daughter of the late Willis Eugene and Bertha Adelide Moore Young. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband John Nelson Boone in June, 2000 and granddaughters, Micah Raelyn...
Jack Lee Johnson
Oct 19, 2023
Jack Lee Johnson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2023, at his residence. Born on July 14, 1943, in Indiana, Jack lived a remarkable life that touched the hearts of all who knew him.After graduating from high school, Jack enlisted in the United States Navy and served with honor and distinction. He...
Rose Hall Scott
Oct 19, 2023
Rose Hall Scott, a beloved member of the Canton community, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2023, in Haywood County. She was born on May 13, 1950 in Haywood County, to her loving parents, the late Ernest and Ruth Lindsay Hall. Rose's life was one filled with love, joy, and devotion to her family and friends. She will be remembered...
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