Martha Jean Scott Hall, 79, of Canton passed away on Friday, October 22, 2021, at The Brian Center of Weaverville following a period of declining health.  A native of Haywood County, she was the daughter of the late George Taylor and Madgeline Carver Scott.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Jeanette Lynn Cogdill; brother, James Edward Scott and sisters, Georgia Mae Ledford and Shirley Ann Scott. Martha loved preparing meals for her...

Hazel Davis Burnett, 69, of Arden went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, October 21, 2021, from Memorial Mission Hospital.  A native of Buncombe County, she was the daughter of the late Herman Robert and Daisy Wilson Davis.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Charles Paul Burnett in 2015, a son, Charles Paul Burnett, Jr. and a brother, Robert Davis. Hazel enjoyed reading her bible, sewing, solving crossword puzzles and loved spending time with...

Maggie Valley, John Wayne Halstead, age 74, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 18, 2021 at his residence. John was a native of Indiana but has lived in Western North Carolina for the last 34 years.  He was the son of the late Kenneth Everett and Nora Mae Donica Halstead.  In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two grandsons, Justin and Jeremy Halstead. John proudly served his country in both the Army and Marine Corps.  Prior to being drafted,...

Waynesville, Duetta Smith Robinson, age 87, passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021, at Haywood Regional Medical Center. A graveside service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 22, 2021, at Buchanan Cemetery. The care of Mrs. Robinson has been entrusted to Wells Funeral Home of Waynesville.

Candler – Robert Eugene Williams, 93, passed away on Sunday, October 17, 2021 at Mission Memorial Campus. Robert was a native of and lifelong resident of Buncombe County and a son of the late Mack and Beatrice Davis Williams.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Martha Lee Suttle.  Robert attended Candler School and went to work for CP&L right out of high school and retired in 1986.  He was an easy-going guy and loved to tell stories of...

George Philmore Messer Sr., age 78, passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021, at CarePartners Solace Center. A native of Haywood County, he was a son of the late Charlie and Edith Wyatt Messer.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Williams Messer who died in 2007; sister, Ruby Goodson Messer; brother, Charles David Messer; son, Matthew A. Messer; stepdaughter, Vickie Conner; and stepson, Ricky Conner.  George retired in 2006 after 23 years with...

Tommie Ellis, 93, of Asheville, N.C. passed away on October 15, 2021. She was born on April 13, 1928 in Jackson county, TN. Tommie is survived by her husband of 60 years, B.J. Ellis; a daughter, Enola “Gay” Briggs (Ricky) of Asheville; a son, Danny Mayberry (Jean-Ann) of Timothy, TN; four grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren. A Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Forest Lawn Memorial Park with...

Pompano Beach, Florida resident, Dale Vernon Penttinen, age 80, went to be with Jesus on Friday, October 15, 2021, at his Maggie Valley, North Carolina home.  He was surrounded by his loving family. Born in Waukegan, Illinois he was a son of the late John Wilho and Leona Gleeson Penttinen.  In addition to his parents and in-laws, Dale was preceded in death by his brother, Lee Penttinen, and Lee’s wife, Gay Penttinen; two half-brothers; two half-sisters; and three...

James Wallace "Poss" Stevens, 89, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 13, 2021, at his home. Jim, affectionately known as Poss, was a native of Jackson County and the son of the late Spurgeon and Beulah Crawford Stephens.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters.  Poss began his career in education after graduating from Western Carolina University on a basketball scholarship.  He was hired by Spalding Junior...

In the early morning hours of October 13, 2021, Mary Louise Curtis McClure, age 80, was welcomed into her eternal home.  She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, friend, and the best Granny ever.  A native of Haywood County, Mary was one of 11 children born to the late Rufus and Fannie Trull Curtis.  She was also preceded in death by her dear husband of 46 years, Gene McClure; beloved daughter, Sandra McClure; and six of her...