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.
John Lurvey
Aug 17, 2017
"Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather and Loyal Friend" Maggie Valley, John Brandon "Walking Stick Eagle" Lurvey, 75, passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2017 at the Homestead. John was born on December 2, 1941 of County Kerry Ireland. He was the son of the late Perley Edward and Mary Griffin Lurvey. In addition to his parents he was...
Ronald Hyatt
Aug 16, 2017
"Loving Husband and Father" Waynesville, Ronald Lee "Ronnie" Hyatt, age 68, passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at Memorial Mission Hospital. A native of Haywood County, he was the son of the late Charles and Louise Raines Hyatt and was also preceded in death by a brother, Charles Hyatt and two sisters, Joyce Parks and Barbara...
Elizabeth Seay
Aug 16, 2017
"Teacher" Waynesville, Elizabeth "Betty" Rogers Seay, 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at her home on St. Simons Island, Georgia. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Ray "Bouncer" Seay. A native of Haywood County, Betty was born on June 22, 1924, the daughter of Edward Roy and Ollie Mae...
Christine Worley
Aug 15, 2017
Canton - Christine Betty Worley, age 75, passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at Silver Bluff Nursing Home. A native of Buncombe County, she was the daughter of the late John Miller and Margaret Penley Miller. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon Bronson Worley; a son, Bill Worley;...
James Messer, Jr.
Aug 15, 2017
Waynesville, James Harrison "Bee" Messer, Jr., age, 82, passed away on Tuesday August 15, 2017 at Memorial Mission Hospital. A native and lifelong resident of Haywood County, he was the son of the late James Harrison Messer, Sr. and Printha Ann Johnson. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by five brothers, Earnest, Oscar,...
Vera Freeman
Aug 14, 2017
Waynesville - Vera Jeanette Freeman, age 65, passed away on Monday, August 14, 2017 at her residence. A native of Haywood County, she was the daughter of the late Sam and Annie Lee Freeman. Vera was a member of the United States Air Force and was employed by the Waynesville Police Department. She is survived by one...
Aline Hampton
Aug 12, 2017
Waynesville, Aline Lillian Gaddy Hampton, 66, of Bonnies Lane, passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2017 Memorial Mission Hospital. A native of Haywood County, she was the daughter of the late Boyd William and Vina Lee Palmer Gaddy and was also preceded in death by her husband, Randy Hampton, who died in 2008. Aline is survived by...
Danielle Ashe
Aug 10, 2017
"Beautiful Soul" Sylva - On Thursday, August 10, 2017, our precious daughter, Danielle "Dani" Elizabeth Ashe, 20, of Sylva, returned to heaven and is at peace with God following a brief stay at Mission Hospital in Asheville surrounded by family. Dani was born July 23, 1997, the daughter of Randy A. and Dana F. Ashe. She was...
Michael Huffman
Aug 9, 2017
"Loving Son, Brother & Outdoorsman" Michael Newman Huffman, age 26, passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at Mission Hospital. Michael was born and raised in Haywood County, graduating from Tuscola High School in 2009, employed by Evergreen Packaging and was a member at Woodland Baptist Church. The sweet and loving middle son of Roger and April...
Pansy Drake
Aug 8, 2017
Pansy "Veetis" Drake "1927 - 2017" Swannanoa - Pansy Veetis Drake, age 90, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at the Asheville Health Care Center. She was the only daughter of the late Vestal Jay Drake and Ola Williams Drake. Veetis was a member of Good News Baptist Church in Candler. A graveside service will be...
Charles Blaylock
Aug 7, 2017
"1940 - 2017" Canton - Charles Burton Blaylock, 77, passed away on Monday, August 7, 2017 at The Homestead. A native of Haywood County, he was a son of the late Burton and Roberta Henson Blaylock. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Beryl Blaylock. Charles was the owner and operator...
Lucille Payne
Aug 7, 2017
"1922 - 2017" Candler - On the morning of August 7, 2017 Lucille Lilly Lovin Payne went home to rest in the arms of her Lord. She was born August 31, 1922 in Yancey County to Cleta Mae Dodd and Elzie Nathaniel Lovin, who predeceased her. She was also predeceased by three brothers - Ernest, Alvin, and...
Logan Rayburn
Aug 6, 2017
"1995 - 2017" Haywood County - Logan Anthony Rayburn, 22, passed away on Sunday, August 6, 2017. He was a son of Tony and Glenna Rayburn. Logan enjoyed being outdoors fishing and hunting, playing music, and riding his Kawasaki Vulcan Classic motorcycle. Logan was preceded in death by his papaw, James Stepp, Jr. In addition to his...
Bryan Fox
Aug 5, 2017
Asheville - Bryan Clay Fox, age 54, passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at The Homestead in Clyde. A native of Haywood County, he was the son of the late J.D. Fox. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother, Christopher Fox. Bryan is survived by his mother, Sarah "Pug" Fox,...
A. Wilson
Aug 5, 2017
Canton - Arnold Keith Wilson, age 61, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at his residence. A native of Haywood County, he was the son of the late Donald and Clara Wilson. His main loves were spending time with his grandchildren, hunting, fishing, camping, and his dogs, Molly, Cracker, and Sis....
Betty Dunham
Aug 5, 2017
West Palm Beach, Betty Walker Dunham, 91, passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at her residence. Betty was born in the Fines Creek community. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank who died in 1985. Betty is survived by her children, Velma and Anna Dunham, Frank Dunham, III (Gail); sister, Nancy Cox (James); brother,...
George Mccracken
Aug 2, 2017
"Pops" Arden, N.C. - George Neil McCracken, 89, passed away August 2, 2017 at the Solace Center, Asheville, N.C. He was a native of Haywood County, and son of the late Kate and Goble McCracken. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Jack, Joe, and Lane McCracken and his grandson, Russell...
Leroy Owens
Aug 2, 2017
Waynesville, Leroy Owens, age 69, passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at his residence. A native of Haywood County, he was the son of the late Sig and Mattie Phillips Owens, in addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a Grandson, Hunter Uhl. Leroy was employed with Massie Furniture. Leroy's heart belonged to...
Frances Henry
Aug 1, 2017
Loving Mother and Grandmother Waynesville, Frances Avalon Stamey Henry, 91, passed away on Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at Autumn Care. A native of Haywood County she was the daughter of the late Dill and Nettie Moore Stamey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Carl Henry who died in 1991; children,...
Billy Hyatt
Jul 31, 2017
Loving Husband, Father & Papaw Waynesville, Billy Lee Hyatt, age 81, passed away on Monday, July 31, 2017 at his residence. A native of Swain County, he was the son of the late Joseph Woodrow and Elsie Parris Hyatt. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Robert, Carroll and Tommy Hyatt....
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