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.
Sandra McKean Martin
May 4, 2024
Sandra McKean Martin was born in Glastonbury, CT on June 23, 1940. Sandy was a proud military widow of her husband of 48 years, Lowell Lee Martin. She is survived by her loving children, Laura Martin Ashburn, Ken Martin and Tom Martin, her grandson, Ian Martin and great granddaughter, Harper Lynne Martin. Her surviving siblings are Susan Marion and Judd...
Iola Sue Kelley Jackson
May 2, 2024
Iola “Sue” Kelley Jackson, 87, of Canton passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at Silver Bluff Nursing Home. A native of Haywood County, she grew up in Morning Star United Methodist Church. She was the daughter of the late Robert Roy and Lillie Mae Smathers Kelley. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her...
Doyce Blanton Burnette
May 2, 2024
Blanton Burnette, 97, a member of the Haywood community, passed away on May 2, 2024, at Haywood Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on August 12, 1926, in Haywood County, North Carolina, to the late Glenlowe and Lula Mae Burnette. Blanton served his country with honor as a member of the U.S. Navy during World War...
Patricia Annette Ford
May 1, 2024
Patricia Annette Ford, known affectionately as Patty, was born on January 28, 1974, in Haywood County. She passed away on May 1, 2024, at Mission Hospital. Patty was cherished by all who knew her and will be deeply missed. Throughout her life, Patty had a love for music, shopping, and traveling with friends. Her vibrant spirit and love for life...
Paul Bartucca, Sr.
May 1, 2024
Waynesville – Paul (Paolo) Bartucca, 81, passed away due to heart complications on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
Paul was born in Curinga, Italy, moved with his family in 1955 to upstate NY when he was 13, before settling in Waterloo, New York. He then made his way to the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina, in 2004. He was the son...
Mary Pless Wood
Apr 30, 2024
Mary Pless Wood, 56, was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who touched the lives of many with her kindness and compassion. Mary was born on September 18, 1967, to Butch and Christine Pless in Haywood, North Carolina and passed away on April 30, 2024, in Buncombe County, North Carolina at Mission Hospital. Mary was a life long resident...
Daniel Wayne "Kink" Ledbetter
Apr 30, 2024
Waynesville, Daniel Wayne “Kink” Ledbetter, 84, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at 11:11 a.m. at Maggie Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation. A native of Haywood County, Kink was the son of the late Charles and Florence Warren Ledbetter. He is also preceded in death by a son, David Ledbetter and one brother, Fred Ledbetter.Kink was of the Baptist Faith....
Mary Clark Hughes
Apr 30, 2024
Clyde, Mary Clark Hughes, 94, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at Smoky Mountain Nursing and Rehabilitation. A lifelong resident of Haywood County, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Addie Coleman Clark. She is also preceded in death by her husband, A.D Hughes who passed away in 1987; four sisters Lula Smith, Azalea Duckett, Ella Mae...
Lelia "Michelle" Jacobs
Apr 28, 2024
Lelia "Michelle" Jacobs, 52, passed away on April 28, 2024. Born on April 22, 1972, she lived a life filled with love and devotion that resonated through all aspects of her existence. Michelle was a woman of many passions; she adored music and found solace in the nurturing role of motherhood and grand motherhood. Her grandchildren held a special place...
Frankie Oliver
Apr 27, 2024
Asheville, Frankie Oliver, 51, passed away on April 27, 2024, at Mission Hospital. He was the son of the late Jim and Betty Bright Oliver. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Raymond (Rooster) Oliver.Frankie was employed as a truck driver for 14 years by Curbside Management. He enjoyed cars, guns, dogs, music and being a jokster.Frankie is...
Michael Tate Balentine
Apr 27, 2024
Michael Tate Balentine, beloved father, went home to be with Jesus on April 27, 2024. He was the son of the late Charles W and Ella Mae Balentine. He is also preceded in death by a brother, Charles Balentine, Jr. Mike was friendly and kind to others and had a nice smile and a good sense of humor. In his youth...
Stephen Ashley Cox
Apr 26, 2024
Stephen Ashley Cox, known affectionately as Steve, peacefully passed away at Mission Hospitals on Friday, April 26, 2024. He was born on August 26, 1941. Steve was the beloved son of the late Lewis and Edna Smathers Drye.
In his life journey, Steve was the proud owner and operator of S&S Hunting Supplies for over 20 years. His passion for hunting...
Thomasine Howell
Apr 26, 2024
Upper Crabtree Community, Thomasine Howell, age 94, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024, at CarePartners of Asheville after a brief illness. A native of Haywood County, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Noland and Bennie-Mae Hill.
She is also preceded in death by her husband Roy Howell who passed in 1984; three sisters, Pauline Rogers, Lucille Sutton...
George Kenneth Mease
Apr 26, 2024
George Kenneth Mease, 89, a dedicated and beloved member of the community, passed away on April 26, 2024, at Silver Bluff Nursing Home. He was born on May 22, 1934, in Haywood County, to the late Grover and Jessie Williams Mease.
Kenneth led a remarkable life filled with commitment and service. He retired from Champion International in 1995 after serving the...
Beulah Mae Davis
Apr 25, 2024
Beulah Mae Davis, a dedicated individual who touched the lives of many through her work in the Headstart Program at Mountain Projects for over 30 years, peacefully passed away on April 25, 2024, at the age of 88. She was born on March 14, 1936, in Haywood County. Beulah graduated from Waynesville Township High School in 1954. Beulah's legacy extends...
Evelyn Chambers Maney
Apr 25, 2024
Evelyn Chambers Maney, 92, peacefully passed away on April 25, 2024. She leaves behind a legacy filled with love, warmth, and cherished memories. Born on November 10, 1931, Evelyn led a remarkable career path as an administrative assistant to George Beverly Sr., founder of Beverly Realty in Asheville. Additionally, she served with the Federal Bureau of Investigation in Charlotte, NC,...
Gerald Phillip Ray
Apr 25, 2024
Gerald Phillip Ray, passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at Mission Hospital in Buncombe County, North Carolina. Born on June 5, 1948, in Haywood County, Gerald led a remarkable life filled with service and commitment. Gerald's legacy includes a fulfilling career that spanned over three decades at Champion International/Blueridge Paper, as well as over 17 years at Haywood Vocation...
Clay Morgan
Apr 23, 2024
Clay Johnson Morgan, a dedicated United Methodist Minister, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. He was born August 4, 1941, the oldest of four children born to Bain and Alice Morgan in the small community of Love Joy, outside of Troy, NC. Growing up he loved to fish, hunt squirrels and spending time with his family. At the...
Ashel Ephrum "A.E" Ammons, Jr.
Apr 20, 2024
Ashel Ephrum Ammons, Jr. (A.E.) aged 89 passed away April 20th. He was the youngest son of Ashel E. & Effie Hicks Ammons, born on January 13th, 1935, in Sutherlin VA. Growing up depression poor in Stokes County, NC, he began working as a shoeshine boy at the age of 6. He attended Walnut Cove High School and was the...
Ernest Howell Jackson
Apr 20, 2024
Clyde, Ernest Jackson, age 95, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Pardee Hospital. A native of Haywood County, he was the son of the late Frank and Eleanor Howell Jackson. Ernest enjoyed camping with his family at Lake Chatuge where he liked to ride in the boat and fish. He enjoyed gardening and listening to bluegrass gospel music.Ernest...
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