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.
Gerald Stuart Rathbone
Aug 3, 2023
Gerald Stuart Rathbone, 70, of the Crabtree Community passed away peacefully on August 3, 2023, at his residence.
A native of Haywood County, he was born on August 20, 1952, to the late John and Anna Smith Rathbone. Gerald was formerly employed by Dayco Corporation for over 20 years and later retired from Metromont/Old Castle Concrete Products after 17...
Jean Couch
Jul 31, 2023
Una Jean Couch, 93, of Candler passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023 at Pisgah Manor. A native of Charlotte, NC, she was the daughter of the late Bura Allison Kendrick and Cora Jane Stanford Kendrick. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Lester Couch; sisters, Nancy Christenbury, Pauline McCarver, and Leitha...
Marcella Joyce Warren
Jul 30, 2023
Marcella Joyce Warren, 90, of Candler passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2023 at Care Partners Hospice Solace Center. Born in Seattle, Washington, she was the daughter of the late George Miton and Vacila Fansler Dills. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Buddy Grant Warren; two sons, Robert and Dean Warren...
Dan T. McCracken
Jul 30, 2023
Clyde, Dan Tracy McCracken, age 86, passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2023 at Silver Bluff Village.
A lifelong resident of Haywood County, he was a son of Hugh McCracken and Hannah Duckett McCracken. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Jayne Rhinehart.
Dan graduated from Western Carolina University and received a master’s degree from...
Maxine Clark Scott
Jul 29, 2023
Canton – Maxine C. Scott, 91, of Canton, passed away on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at Silver Bluff Nursing Home. She was the daughter of the late Edgar McDarius Clark and Vicie Mae Worley Clark. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Carroll Washington Scott in 2012; sister, Irene Willis, and brothers,...
Charles Border
Jul 28, 2023
Charles R. Border II (Chuck), aged 79, passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023. Chuck was born in Atlanta, GA in 1943, and soon after the war, his family moved to NC, eventually settling in Waynesville. He loved these mountains and built lifelong friendships while exploring Pisgah and the surrounding areas, most often the Cataloochee Valley area, where he...
Charles "Sonny" Alexander Childers
Jul 27, 2023
Clyde, Charles "Sonny" Alexander Childers of Maggie Valley, NC passed away on July 27, 2023.
Charles was born June 20, 1939, in Lincolnton, NC to Charles Paul and Josephine Jonas Childers. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Paul & Josephine Jonas Childers and his brother, Paul "Pete" Childers. He is survived by his brother, David...
James Devon Ruff
Jul 27, 2023
James Devon Ruff, a cherished member of the community, passed away at the age of 38. He was born on October 8, 1984, in Haywood County to his loving parents, Jim and Mary Davis Ruff. Devon's passing occurred on July 27, 2023, at his home.A charismatic and warm-hearted soul, Devon had a zest for life that ignited joy in those...
Carolyn Cope Fisher
Jul 26, 2023
Waynesville, Carolyn Cope Fisher, age 68, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at Maggie Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation.
A lifelong resident of Haywood County, she had worked as a school bus driver and enjoyed her part in creating a happy environment for children’s education. Carolyn was an amazing wife and mother who deeply loved her family. A fantastic...
Nora Etta Putnam Benfield
Jul 26, 2023
Nora Etta Putnam Benfield, 100 years, 7 months old went to be with the Lord on July 26, 2023. She was born on December 13, 1922, to R. Hardin and Hester Pressley Putnam in Haywood County, NC. Her siblings were Mae Pilkington, Ella Putnam, Ralph Putnam, Edith Setzer, Mary Wright, Ginny Putnam, and James Putnam. Nora grew up during the...
Betty Arrington
Jul 25, 2023
Betty Arrington, 91, went Home to be with her Lord, Tuesday, July 25, 2023. It was too soon for her family, but God knows best. She was preceded in death by her mother, Hannah Warren Nichols and father, William Portland Jones, and grandparents John and Pallie Warren. She loved the Smokey Mountains that were her birthplace, and now will...
Bruce Kemp Claytor
Jul 24, 2023
Bruce Kemp Claytor (70), passed away on July 24, 2023 at his home in Waynesville, NC surrounded by his family.
Bruce was born on September 16, 1952, in Chattanooga, TN. Bruce was the oldest of four siblings and he was always firmly devoted to his family. His relationship with his mother was very personal to him, and one...
Randall Edward Drew
Jul 23, 2023
Randall E. Drew
Randall Edward Drew, a beloved individual who dedicated his life to his career and community, passed away on July 23, 2023, at Haywood Regional Medical Center.
A native of Indiana, Randall was preceded in death by his parents James and Laveda Randall Drew. Randall's professional journey was marked by diligence and expertise. For 35 years, he served...
Claude James "Sweat Bee" Warren, Jr.
Jul 22, 2023
It matters little who you know
As long as you know God.
It matters little where you have been
So long as you have been to Calvary.
It matters little what you possess
As long as you are possessed by the Holy Spirit.
-author unknown
These are words found handwritten as a witness statement by Claude James Warren,...
Richard Carl Swanson
Jul 20, 2023
Richard Carl Swanson, 89, died on Thursday, July 20, 2023. Born in 1933, in Evanston, Illinois, he was a career mechanical-electrical engineer, working for Square D. He was also in charge of all new construction and building.
As a man, Richard was kind, generous and loving, and had many friends who loved him for his beautiful soul, as...
Glenda Faye Harris Trunkfield
Jul 20, 2023
Glenda Faye Harris Trunkfield, age 80, peacefully passed away on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at Solace Center in Asheville, NC. She was a beloved grandmother, mother, sister, wife, and friend.
Glenda Faye was born in Hopkins County, KY to Anna Faynell Alexander Harris and Carl Harris. She graduated from South Hopkins High School in 1959 and went on to...
Colonel Ronald C. Becker
Jul 19, 2023
(Ret.) Colonel Ronald C. Becker, a man of distinction and honor, passed away on July 19, 2023, at CarePartners Solace Center. Born on December 30, 1936, in Laureldale, Pennsylvania, he leaves behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing him.Ronald's education journey began after his high school graduation when he enrolled at...
Katherine "Kay" Jackson Kelley
Jul 19, 2023
Waynesville, Katherine Ann Jackson Kelley, age 98, passed away on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at Haywood Lodge & Retirement Center.
A native of Henderson County, she was one of nine children of the late Lonnie Jackson and Barbara Anderson Jackson. Kay was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 69 years, Joseph Wilfred Kelley, who died seven weeks...
Lucy Ruth Mann
Jul 18, 2023
Lucy Ruth Mann, 95, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother departed this world on July 18, 2023 at CarePartners Solace Center.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, George R. Mann, Sr. and her brothers, Robert “Bobby” and William “Billy.
Left to live their lives to their fullest are her children, George R. Mann,...
Jimmy Lee Campbell
Jul 18, 2023
Waynesville, Jimmy Lee Campbell, 71, passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at his residence.
A native and lifelong resident of Haywood County, Jimmy was the son of the late Albert and Helen Miller Campbell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Anita Harkins Campbell, who died in 2008; and a...
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