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.
Jencie DeWeese Owen
Jul 8, 2024
Jencie DeWeese Owen, 85, of Canton passed away on, Monday, July 8, 2024, at her residence. She was born on July7, 1939, in Haywood County, to the late Jesse Hilton and Velda Christopher DeWeese.
In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her grandson, Joshua Chambers.
Jencie was known for her kind heart and love for her family....
Martha Cooper Revis
Jul 8, 2024
Waynesville, Martha Cooper Revis, 81, passed away on July 8, 2024, at Mission Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Dewey and Laura Gunter Cooper. She is the wife of the late James Bobby Revis who died in 2005. She is also preceded in death by a sister, Betty Norman and a brother, Dewey Cooper, Jr.
Martha was employed by...
Judith Patton Rhinehart
Jul 8, 2024
Judith Patton Rhinehart, 94, passed away on July 8, 2024, at Silver Bluff Nursing Home.
She was a native of Haywood County and the daughter of the late James Benjamin and Hazel Crawford Patton, of Canton and the granddaughter of the late James Soloman and Rachel Kirkpatrick Patton and Thomas Narvel and Charlotte Stephenson Crawford all of Haywood County. She was...
Betty Wilson Ward
Jul 7, 2024
Betty Ward (nee Wilson), age 91 of Hendersonville, NC, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2024.
Born and raised in Canton, NC, she was the daughter of the late Reece & Legia (nee Burnett) Wilson. She was a 1951 graduate of Canton High School where she was a member of the National Honor Society. She graduated from Blanton’s Business College in Asheville...
Asavior Edward "Bubba" Kay
Jul 5, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the tragic passing of our beloved baby boy, Asavior Edward Kay “Bubba” who was taken from us to soon on July 5, 2024, at the tender age of 2, born on March 15, 2022.
He brought immeasurable joy and light into our lives with his kind heart, radiant smile, and sweet disposition. Though his time with...
Robert Joseph Dylewski
Jul 3, 2024
Robert Joseph Dylewski Sr., age 91, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at Greens of Hendersonville.
A native of Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Thomas and Anna Krainski Dylewski. In addition to his parents, he is also proceeded in death by his loving wife of 68 years Mary Theresa Stasiulewicz Dylewski who passed this May. Bob was...
Ben McLain Burns
Jul 3, 2024
Ben McLain Burns (73) of Waynesville, NC passed away on July 3, 2024.
Ben was born in Auburn, AL in 1951 and grew up in Knoxville, TN during his youth and teenage years. He graduated from Bearden High School in 1969 then pursued higher education at Tennessee Tech University in Cookeville, TN, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration...
Charles Allen Jenkins
Jul 3, 2024
Charles Allen Jenkins, a dedicated and beloved member of the Canton community, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at Smoky Mountain Health & Rehabilitation. He was born on August 4, 1932, in Haywood County, North Carolina.
Charles led a remarkable life characterized by hard work and commitment. After graduating from Clyde High School in 1951, he went on to serve...
Mavis I. Langdale
Jul 3, 2024
Mavis I. Langdale, a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother, passed away on July 3, 2024. She was born on August 27, 1950, to the late Ivan and Alama Barker Hagood. She is also preceded in death by her son, Timmy Langdale, and her sister, Rebecca Edwards.
Mavis dedicated her career to Piper Aircraft as a sheet metal technician until...
Wanda Case Cole
Jul 2, 2024
We woke up today for the first time in our lives without our beautiful and selfless Mother. Wanda Case Cole passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 2, surrounded by her loving family. She was an incredible woman and will be missed not only by her family but by the countless people whose lives she touched and changed throughout her 80...
Teruyo Yoshida Goodson
Jul 1, 2024
Canton – Teruyo Yoshida Goodson, 97, passed away peacefully on the morning of Monday, July 1, 2024 at Silver Bluff Village. She was born on January 24, 1927 to Kyozo Yoshida and Nao Tamura in Japan.
Teruyo was a proud American citizen since 1988. She loved to cook and feed people. It was her way of showing her generosity and compassion...
Wilma Balding Woody
Jun 29, 2024
Spring Creek, Wilma Balding Woody, 86, went peacefully at Yancey Assisted Living in Burnsville, NC on Saturday, June 29, 2024.
A native of Madison County, Wilma was the daughter of the late Wiley and Vinia Presley Balding. She is also preceded in death by her beloved husband Joe Woody who passed in 1991, a sister, Nina B. Wright and a brother...
Wallace Dale Payne
Jun 28, 2024
On the evening of June 28, 2024, our beloved Uncle Dale left CarePartners Solace Center to rest in the arms of his Lord and Savior and reunite with his precious mother and three sisters, whom he dearly missed. Born on May 23, 1947, in Buncombe County to J.B. and Lucille Lovin Payne, Dale was predeceased by his parents and sisters...
Pete Stamey
Jun 28, 2024
Pete Stamey, passed away on June 28, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born on February 6, 1947, in Buncombe County.
During his life, Pete proudly served as a Vietnam War veteran in the Army and was honored with a Purple Heart for his bravery and sacrifice. Aside from his military service, Pete was a long-standing member of Ridgeway Baptist...
William "Bill" Richard Zimmerman
Jun 27, 2024
William “Bill” Richard Zimmerman, 67, passed away tragically and unexpectedly on Thursday June 27, 2024, following a cycling accident. In his final moments he was surrounded by his family and friends.
He is survived by Karen, his wife and best friend of 40 years, his son Bill and wife Amanda of Decatur GA, his sister Tandy Goodwin and husband David of...
Betty H. McCall
Jun 27, 2024
Betty H. McCall (Wa-wa) passed away on June 27, 2024, at the age of 97.
Betty was a long-time resident of Haywood County and the daughter of the late John and Ann Abernethy and was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 58 years, Charles B. McCall.
Betty worked at Tuscola High School for 30 years as Guidance Secretary, was a...
Steven J Amodio
Jun 24, 2024
Steven J. Amodio (aka Flash & GP), age 82 of Waynesville, NC, passed away Monday, June 24th, 2024. Born in Utica, NY, he was the son of the late John & Gertrude Amodio (nee Bryden).
He moved with his parents to Clearwater, FL and graduated from Clearwater High School and Florida State University.
Steve worked for the US Federal Government for 41...
Chester Dwight Donaldson
Jun 24, 2024
Chester Dwight Donaldson, 78, of Mills River, N.C., passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 24, 2024. He leaves behind a family and friends who loved him dearly and cherished his beautiful soul.
Dwight was born and raised in the mountains of Canton, N.C. He was a proud graduate of Canton High School, Class of 1963, and loved attending his...
Frances Anders Miller
Jun 23, 2024
Frances Anders Miller, a native and lifelong member of the Haywood County community, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024. Born on August 10, 1931, in Haywood County, North Carolina, Frances dedicated her career to American Enka, where she served as a lab technician before retiring.
Frances's proudest accomplishments extended beyond her professional life. She was a proud member of the...
Steven Coy Frady
Jun 22, 2024
Steven Coy Frady, 53, of Waynesville passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024. He was the son of the late Coy and Shirley Caldwell Frady and was preceded in death by a brother, Raymond Frady and mother-in-law, Wilma Bryant.
Steven attended Mount Olive Baptist Church and was a Dallas Cowboys Fan. His hobbies included fishing, gardening and hanging out with friends.
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