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.
Earl Frank Hamilton, Jr.
Mar 13, 2025
Earl Frank Hamilton, Jr., age 96, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2025, in Asheville, NC, at the River Bend Health and Rehabilitation facility. Born on April 24, 1928, in Greenwood, Indiana, Earl’s journey through life was marked by a profound dedication to family, community, and faith. Earl was preceded in death by his parents, Earl Frank Hamilton, Sr. and...
Ernest Phillips
Mar 13, 2025
Ernest Phillips, born on May 2, 1935, in Hartford, Tennessee, passed away on March 13, 2025, at Smoky Mountain Health and Rehab. A devoted family man, Ernest was a loving father and brother, and he leaves behind cherished memories for his surviving relatives.
He is survived by his daughter, Tammy Phillips Bryson and her husband Vince; one sister, Colene Rogers; one...
John Lewis Shell
Mar 12, 2025
John (“Buddy”) Lewis Shell was born on December 17, 1929, to Mary Lewis and Paul Shell in Marietta, Georgia. John was the 3rd of 5 children. Raised in Marietta and enjoying the freedoms the 30s and 40s brought, John graduated from Marietta High School in 1946, where he played basketball, was a cheerleader and voted “Friendliest” of his senior class....
Robert B Curren
Mar 9, 2025
Robert B. Curren, 79, of Maggie Valley passed away at Haywood Regional Medical Center on March 9, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Ethel Curren, and his first wife, Paula Almeida Curren.
Bob graduated from Atlantic Union College in Massachusetts, setting the foundation for a remarkable career. He served as treasurer at Mount Pisgah Academy in...
Charles Ray Jackson
Mar 7, 2025
Charles Ray Jackson, affectionately known as Ray, 85, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025, in his hometown in Haywood County, North Carolina. Ray was born on February 5, 1940, to the late Sam Jackson and Winnie Crawford Jackson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his three sisters and six brothers.
A proud Veteran, Ray served...
Susan Wines Bumgarner
Mar 7, 2025
Susan Wines Bumgarner, 70, went home to her Lord and Savior on March 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Susan left this world leaving behind a legacy rich in love, kindness, and dedication.
She is now reunited in Heaven with her parents, William Wesley Warren and Lillian Moore Warren, her first husband of 25 years, Robert "Junior" Wines, who passed...
Samuel "Sammy" Vance
Mar 6, 2025
Samuel “Sammy” Vance, 79 of Waynesville, NC formerly of Holden, WV, departed this life on March 6, 2025, at the Haywood Regional Medical Center, in Waynesville, NC.
He was born June 25, 1945, in Holden, WV, the son of the late Joseph and Julia Vance.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his father and mother-in-law, Elzie &...
Jill Siske
Mar 5, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Jill Marie Busby Siske, age 53. She left our world on March 5, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Jill lived a life rich in service and kindness.
Jill has been a resident of Waynesville, NC for the past 20 years and lived with her husband, Randy, son...
Winnie Farmer Pressley
Mar 5, 2025
Winnie Farmer Pressley, 87, of Waynesville passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. A native of Haywood County, she is the daughter of the late Fred and Ila Brooks Farmer. She is also preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, Roy L. Pressley who passed in February 2025 and is also preceded...
Gail Camlin
Mar 1, 2025
Gail Camlin, 84, went home to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, March 1, 2025, from her home in Lake Junaluska, NC.
She is survived by her son, Chris Derrick; daughter, Cami Robinson and son-in-law, Shane Robinson; two grandchildren, Hannah Anderson (Bentley) and Emma Robinson; one great grandson, Owen Anderson; and a sister, Sylvia Camlin Ashcraft. She is preceded...
Louise N. Leatherwood
Feb 27, 2025
Louise Noland Leatherwood, age 100, was born on January 18, 1925, in Haywood County, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025, at Smoky Mountain Nursing and Rehab. A beloved figure to her family and community, Louise led a full life dedicated to her passions and loved ones.
Retiring after several years from Haywood Community College, where she worked at the Bookstore,...
Richard Lane Stillwell
Feb 27, 2025
Richard Lane Stillwell passed as peacefully as he lived on February 27, 2025. Known for his tender heart and unwavering dedication to helping others, Richard was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend.
Richard was born March 19, 1937, in Buncombe County, North Carolina, and then he proudly graduated from Sandhill High School in the Class of 1955. He spent...
Mildred Wyatt Burrell
Feb 25, 2025
Mildred Wyatt Burrell, born on February 1, 1940, in Swain County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025, at Autumn Care of Waynesville. She was a beloved figure whose kindness and warmth touched the lives of many throughout her years.
Mildred was predeceased by her father, Thomas Wiley Wyatt, her mother, Alice Ruth Dehart, and her husband, Don Wayne...
Payton F Adams
Feb 24, 2025
If life is measured by the way we live, the way we serve, the way we give….
If life is measured by the words we say, the love expressed along the way….
If life is measured by the smiles we share, the kindnesses, the way we care….
Then their life’s measure is clearly known, for these are things their life has shown. ...
Agnes Elizabeth Ferrell
Feb 24, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Agnes Elizabeth Ferrell on February 24, 2025, at the age of 88. Agnes was born on August 11, 1936 in her home state of West Virginia to John and Mary Popovith. Agnes went by many names throughout her wonderful life…of course, Agnes, but others include Ag (for those one...
Larry Halverson
Feb 22, 2025
Larry Halverson, 71, died unexpectedly on February 22, 2025. He is the son of the late James Halverson and Rita Halverson Corsi.
Larry was a conductor for the BNSF Railway, a career spanning 40 years in Southern California. He served as President of the United Transportation Union Local 811 for many years. Larry was honored to orchestrate an annual retirement dinner...
Buddy "Bud" Early, Sr.
Feb 19, 2025
Buddy “Bud” Early, Sr of Waynesville passed away at his home on February 19, 2025. A native and lifelong resident of Haywood County, NC, he attended Waynesville Township High School, Haywood Tech and was an Army Veteran serving in Vietnam. He retired from Dayco and found continued success selling Townecraft cookware among many other jobs throughout his lifetime.
Bud was a...
Mary Evelyn Williams Hill
Feb 18, 2025
Mary Evelyn Williams Hill passed away on February 18, 2025, after a short, but courageous battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. She was surrounded by her daughters and first granddaughter. Mary is now with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Mary was born in Guilford County, North Carolina. She was a member of the Spring Hill Baptist Church. Mary retired from Andrex...
Dorothy "Dot" Towe
Feb 17, 2025
Dorothy "Dot" Towe, a beloved teacher’s assistant and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully in Buncombe County, North Carolina, on February 17, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on November 9, 1935, in Buncombe County, Dot lived a life marked by simplicity, warmth, and kindness.
Dot dedicated her working years to Vance Elementary School, where she served as...
Maxine Mease Queen
Feb 16, 2025
Maxine M. Queen, 96, passed away on February 16th, 2025, at Autumn Care of Waynesville.
Maxine was born in Canton, N.C. to Frank Mease and Tulen Henson Mease. She was also preceded in death by her husband, D.B. Queen, and sisters, Louise M. Reno and Frankie Ruth M. Queen. Maxine had fond memories of growing up on Henson Cove Road...
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