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.
Richard Mackey Russell
Aug 21, 2024
Richard Mackey Russell, 89, of Hendersonville, passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at The Laurels of Hendersonville.
A Graveside Service with Military Honors conducted by United States Air Force will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at Crawford/Ray Memorial Gardens with Pastor Mike Hicks officiating.
The care of Mr. Russell has been entrusted to Wells Funeral Home...
JT Ball
Aug 20, 2024
Waynesville, JT Ball, 89, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at the VA Medical Center.
A native of Tennessee, he is the son of the late James Tillery and Iva Lee Green Ball. JT is preceded in death by his loving wife Flora Mae Ball who passed away in May 2020. He is also preceded in death by brothers Parlin Ball,...
John W Dapprich
Aug 18, 2024
John William Dapprich, “designer extraordinaire“ passed away unexpectedly at his summer cabin in Maggie Valley, North Carolina. He also resided in Fort Lauderdale Florida for the winter months.
John was born March 6, 1937, in Dearborn, Michigan to the late Elton L and Ellen Mae (Ketchum) Dapprich. He is also preceded in death by his older brother Lee. He is survived...
Dorothy M Burford
Aug 18, 2024
Dorothy M. Burford passed quietly the morning of Sunday, August 18, 2024, in Canton, NC at the age of 93.
Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband of 66 years Hugh Burford. She received her Registered Nursing degree from Ole Miss and was a Rehabilitation Nurse until the age of 45, she then attended UNC – Chapel Hill and received...
James Francis Kemblowski, D.D.S.
Aug 17, 2024
James Francis Kemblowski, 86, of Fort Lauderdale, FL and Maggie Valley, NC passed away in his Maggie Valley summer home on August 17th. Jim was born on January 26, 1938, in Auburn, New York to the late Stephen and Priscilla Kemblowski.
He graduated from Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia, PA. Right after graduation he joined the Air Force where...
Rev. Dr. Jacob C Martinson, Jr.
Aug 16, 2024
Dr. Jacob Christian Martinson, a devoted minister and accomplished college and university president, passed away on Friday, August 16th, 2024. Born on April 15, 1933, Dr. Martinson became a steadfast advocate of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the importance of repentance, faith, and the born-again experience.
Throughout his career. Dr. Martinson made significant contributions to churches and Christian institutions. He...
Frances Blankenship
Aug 16, 2024
Frances (Fran) Clark Blankenship, 84, of Waynesville, NC, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 16, 2024.
Fran worked for American Enka, where her commitment to her career was evident through her 33 years of dedicated service. She then continued her work in sales at the phone company in Sylva, NC, during the mid to late 80s.
Fran was a native of Haywood...
Rosemary "Rose" Heck Lewis
Aug 15, 2024
Rosemary "Rose" Lewis passed away peacefully on August 15, 2024, at the age of 91. Born in Norristown, Pennsylvania, she was the eldest of four children and grew up in a home where hospitality and faith were central values. Rose was an exemplary student and graduated high school at 16 to pursue a career in nursing, a profession she loved...
Loretta Diaz Green
Aug 13, 2024
Loretta Diaz Green, age 65, passed away on August 13, 2024, in Daytona Beach, Florida. Born on March 6, 1959, in Miami, Florida, Loretta was known for her boundless generosity and kindness. Described as everyone’s “Nana”, she touched many lives with her nurturing spirit and her innate desire to help and love others.
Loretta found immense joy in her family, especially...
Shelba Forrister Reynolds
Aug 13, 2024
Shelba Jene Forrister Reynolds, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Silver Bluff Nursing & Rehabilitation in Haywood County, North Carolina. She was born in Gastonia, North Carolina, on June 11, 1937. Shelba was known for her incredible sense of humor and her ability to find the beauty in everyone she met.
Mrs. Reynolds was a tax preparer for H&R...
Velma Buchanan Frady
Aug 13, 2024
Velma Buchanan Frady, 82, of Brevard passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at John F. Keever, Jr. Solace Center. A native of Mitchell County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Bayord and Hannah Melton Buchanan. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters.
Always devoted to her family, Velma spent her life...
Edward Farley
Aug 13, 2024
William “Edward” Farley, age 95, went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, August 13th after a short illness. He was at home surrounded by his loving family. Edward was the son of the late Ferman Farley and Dessie Smith Farley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by the love of his life Eula Mae after 62...
Douglas Carlton Corzine
Aug 12, 2024
Candler, Doug Corzine, 75, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 12, 2024 at the Charles George VA Medical Hospice Center after a long illness.
A native of Haywood County, he was the son of the late Carlton Corzine and Virginia Long. Doug was a member of the Clyde Central United Methodist Church. He served honorably in the United States Army and...
Patricia Weber
Aug 11, 2024
On August 11, 2024, the world bid farewell to a remarkable soul, Patricia Ann Weber, also known as “Grandma” peacefully passed away at CarePartners Hospice Solace Center held by her husband and grandson. Patricia, born on August 13, 1944, in Flint, Michigan, left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing her.
With a career spanning 30 years...
Henry Samuel Burress
Aug 10, 2024
Henry Samuel Burress, 86, of Asheboro, formerly of Fayetteville, died Saturday, August 10, 2024, at his daughter's home in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Henry was born on February 6, 1938, in Waynesville, NC to the late Robert and Willie Mae Burress. He married Vivian Emma Haugen Burress on September 8, 1962, and their marriage was filled with love and happiness until her...
JoAnn Wells
Aug 9, 2024
JoAnn Neal Wells, 87, of Canton, NC passed away Friday, August 9, 2024, at Silver Bluff Village in Canton. She was a lifelong resident of Haywood County. She was born on March 9, 1937, to the late Samuel Clay and Faye (Marshall) Neal.
In addition to her parents, she is proceeded in death by her loving husband, Shufford Garland Wells, who...
Janette Miller
Aug 7, 2024
Janette Miller, 79, of Maggie Valley, North Carolina passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, on Wednesday, August 7,2024, at the Silver Bluff assisted living facility in Canton, North Carolina.
Janette was born September 5, 1944, in Accrington, Lancashire, U.K. She was preceded in death in the U.K. by her parents, John and Ruth Sagar, brother, Ken Sagar; sister,...
Dr. Montfort Cleckley Duncan, Jr.
Aug 6, 2024
Dr. Montfort Cleckley Duncan Jr. was born April 3rd, 1947, and died August 6th, 2024. He was born in Tampa, Florida to Montfort Cleckley Duncan and Marie Haines Duncan. Mont was married to Martha Gay Evans Duncan for 53 years. They have three children, Suzanne Duncan Llop (Scott) of Lakeland, FL, Evans Duncan (Angie) of Maggie Valley, NC and Curtis...
Pamela Anne Frederes
Aug 3, 2024
October 2, 1941 - August 3,2024
Pamela Anne Frederes, age 82, passed away peacefully at her home in Waynesville, NC.
A native of New York, she was the daughter of the late William and Eleanor Haskins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, James George Frederes.
Pamela received her RN degree from Millard Fillmore Hospital School...
Marshall James Burris
Aug 2, 2024
Marshall James Burris, age 80, passed away August 2, 2024, at his residence.
Marshall was the son of the late Ray and Belva Mashburn Burris. In addition to his parents, Marshall was preceded in death by the love of his life, Dianna “Mammy” Worley Burris, who passed away in 2022; a daughter, Jamie Clark; and brother, Terry Burris. Marshall enlisted in...
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