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.
Ruth Estelle "Puddy" Burnette
May 23, 2024
Ruth Estelle “Puddy” Burnette, 86 of Waynesville, NC passed away on May 23, 2024 at the Care Partners/Solace Center in Asheville, NC after a fall near her home.
She was born in Waynesville on March 22, 1938, daughter of the late Ernest Edward and Madge Smith Burnette. She was proceed in death by three older sisters, Earnestine “Did” Burnette, Alice Hicks,...
Patricia Queen Meredith
May 22, 2024
Patricia Queen Meredith, 80, of the Beaverdam Community in Canton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May, 22, 2024.
She was the daughter of the late Ralph “Dick” Queen and Hazel Parker Queen. She was preceded in death by her husband, Brigadier General William Thomas Meredith USAF (Ret.)
Patricia had a 25 year career as an Executive Secretary and Real Estate Paralegal in...
Leila Rhodarmer Harkins
May 22, 2024
Leila Fern Rhodarmer Harkins 85 years old of Canton was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, partner and friend who touched the lives of many with her kindness and compassion. Her journey through life was marked by an unwavering dedication to her family and friends. Leila lived in Canton, North Carolina, and passed away at her home on May 22, 2024.
She was born in Waynesville on April 2, 1939 to Dewey and Edith (Smathers) Rhodarmer. Leila graduated Blanton’s Business College in Asheville and worked for...
Kenneth Eugene Stines
May 21, 2024
Clyde – Kenneth Eugene Stines, 76, of Clyde, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Kenneth was born on March 20, 1948 to his late parents, Charlie Alexander Stines and Ruth Louise Miller Stines. Along with his parents, preceded in death by his brother, Charlie Alexander Stines, Jr. and half brother, Robert Stines....
Jane Cole
May 20, 2024
Jane Cole passed away peacefully with her family at her side May 20th after a battle with acute myeloid leukemia. Jane was born in Oak Park, Illinois Jan 24, 1947, to Sylvester J. Vavruska of Chicago and Alleen Smith Vavruska of Waynesville, NC. Jane graduated from Waynesville Township High School in 1965 and went on to graduate from Western Carolina...
Mary Louise Smith
May 19, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Louise Smith (“Lou"), a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and treasured friend. Mary left us on May 19, 2024, at the age of 86, but her spirit and the love she shared with those around her will live on forever.
Born on September 4, 1937, to Mae and Richard Knapp...
Frances Redmond Freeborn
May 17, 2024
Frances Redmond Freeborn, 94, died peacefully at her home on May 17, 2024. She was born in Asheville, North Carolina, on July 27, 1929, to Leo Anthony and Ruth Smith Redmond. Frances is survived by her brother, Darrell B. Redmond, and her sister, Margaret Schiffman. She leaves behind her children, Rob (Joan), David (Claudia), Clay (Ardis), and Frankie (Skip), as...
Rene Smathers Henson
May 17, 2024
Rene Henson, 86, was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend who touched the lives of many with her kindness and compassion. Rene was born on June 26, 1937, to the late Fleetwood and Elizabeth Smathers at Norburn Hospital in Asheville. She was raised in Canton and lived her retirement years in Haywood County. Rene passed away...
Buell D Haynie
May 15, 2024
Waynesville, Buell Dan Haynie, age 87, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at his home. A native of Haywood County, Buell is the son of the late Bud and Mae Sutton Haynie. He is also preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Bocker.
Buell served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was the...
Sara Ann Jones Porter
May 14, 2024
Sara Ann Jones Porter passed away peacefully on May 14, 2024, in Charleston, SC.
Sara was born on October 1, 1934, in Gastonia, NC, the daughter of Fred Nesbitt Jones and Corrie Vandiver Jones. Sara was raised in Florence, SC and graduated in 1952 from McClenaghan High School.
While living in Columbia, SC she met a young US Army chaplain’s assistant, Ernest...
Patricia A Parker
May 13, 2024
Patricia A. Parker, formerly of Lowville, NY, died peacefully on May 16th in Waynesville, NC, following a stroke the previous week.
Born in Montour Falls, NY in 1942, Pat was a caring, spirited person who had a strong embrace of life and the people in it. A graduate of Odessa-Montour High School, she received her teaching credential from SUNY Cortland and...
CV Rhodarmer
May 12, 2024
CV Rhodarmer, a beloved individual who touched the lives of many, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024. He was born December 9, 1933 in Haywood County, North Carolina. CV led a fulfilling life defined by dedicated service to both his country and his community. He proudly served in the United States Army as part of the 11th Airborne...
Jonathan Andrew DeGrove
May 11, 2024
Born in Jacksonville, FL, September 5, 1954, to John and Gail DeGrove. He was a 7th generation Florida “cracker”.
Died peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Saturday, May 11,2024
at the age of 69.
Andy grew up in Boca Raton, FL where he loved surfing, camping on the beach, riding motorcycles and listening to good music.
He served in the Navy 1974-1978 as...
Kristine Johnson Hall
May 10, 2024
On Friday morning, May 10, 2024, Kristine Johnson Hall passed away quite unexpectedly while working with chickens she enjoyed so much. While we were blessed with her presence for nearly 76 years, we know that she is now rejoicing in heaven.
A lifelong resident of Haywood County, Kristine was the daughter of Gaston Johnson, Jr. and Mamie Parton Johnson of Waynesville....
Roy Lee Cogburn
May 10, 2024
Roy Lee “Pete” Cogburn, 96, passed away at his home on Friday, May 10, 2024. He was born on December 6, 1927, in Haywood County. Pete had a passion for collecting clocks, gardening, and helping others. He was known for his strong work ethic and his unwavering loyalty to Ford. Pete retired as a mechanic from Ken Wilson Ford...
Madeleine Plott Dammann
May 9, 2024
Mrs. Madeleine Plott Dammann, 88, born on July 9, 1935, in Chauny, France, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Spicewood Cottages on the morning of May 9, 2024. Madeleine was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her father André David, her mother Angelina David, her first husband Lawrence Plott of 40 years...
Carolyn Chandler Auberry
May 9, 2024
Carolyn Chandler Auberry passed away on May 9, 2024. She was 91 years old. Carolyn was born in Weaverville, North Carolina on July 9, 1932. She was proud of her basketball prowess at Flat Creek and her standing in her high school graduating class of eight students. She earned her degree at Western Carolina and began working as an elementary school...
James Darryl Parker
May 8, 2024
James Darryl Parker, 77, of Asheville, died on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at Stonecreek Health and Rehab. A native of Buncombe County, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mildred Smith Parker. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two sisters, Jean Erwin and Debra Hensley and brother, Joseph Eugene Parker.
He was an...
Janet Elaine Wyatt
May 8, 2024
In loving memory of Janet Elaine Greene Wyatt, a devoted Clinical Supervisor at Midway Medical in Clyde for 30 years, who sadly passed away on May 8, 2024, at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. Janet was born on July 18, 1974, in Haywood County, where she developed a passion for caring for others that would shape her illustrious career.Graduating with...
Ruby Caldwell Bradley
May 8, 2024
Ruby Caldwell Bradley, age 91, passed away on May 8, 2024.
A native of Haywood County, Ruby was one of the last children born in Cataloochee Valley. She was born March 29, 1933, and was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas H. and Ella Jane Caldwell; brothers, John, Lloyd, Dock, Frank, Tommy, Jack and Thurman. She is also preceded...
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