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.
Gary Justice
Nov 18, 2023
Clyde, Gary Lynn Justice, age 60, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at Maggie Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation.
A native of Haywood County, he was a son of Ernest Justice and Mary Magdaline Haney Justice.
Gary was a hard worker and interacting with others at his employment brought him a lot of laughs. He proudly served...
William Jeff Smathers
Nov 17, 2023
William Jeff Smathers, 61, of Canton passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023, at his residence. A native of Canton, he was the son of Rosemary Smathers Garren of Canton and the late Willie Roe Smathers. In addition to his father, he is also preceded in death by his sisters, Linda Smathers Messer and Beverly Smathers Jones.
Jeff was...
Patsy Moore "Buff" Holcombe
Nov 16, 2023
Patsy Moore "Buff" Holcombe, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at the CarePartners Hospice Solace Center in Buncombe County. She was born on August 13, 1936, in Haywood County to the late Glenn and Alice Ford Moore.Patsy enjoyed a successful career as a Real Estate Agent and was known for her professionalism and dedication to helping others find...
Jo Anne Parris
Nov 16, 2023
Jo Anne Chandler Parris, age 76, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023 surrounded by her family. Born on August 3, 1947, Jo Anne grew up in Waynesville, NC with her parents Fred and Ruth Laney Chandler, her sister, Ila C. Knight (Melburn) and two brothers, Buddy (Melissa) Chandler and Tommy (Darlene) Chandler.
She graduated from Waynesville Township High School in...
Paul C. Greene
Nov 16, 2023
Cruso, Paul C. Greene, age 83, went peacefully to be with the Lord on Thursday morning, November 16, 2023.
A native of Swain County, he was a son of Henry Greene and Bonnie McMahan Greene. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Lucy and Mildred and two infant brothers, Haynes and Perry.
Paul never met a stranger he...
Shelia Fouts
Nov 15, 2023
Shelia Ann Fouts, a dedicated homemaker and devoted family woman, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at Memorial Mission Hospital in Buncombe County. Born on December 19, 1941, in Macon County, to the late Joseph and Ruth Guyer Tallent, Shelia led a life filled with love, compassion, and strong family bonds. She will be remembered for her nurturing nature...
Stephen Douglas "Steve" Thompson
Nov 15, 2023
Stephen Douglas "Steve" Thompson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at his residence in Haywood County. He was born on September 30, 1955, in Haywood County to Max and Iris Singleton Thompson.
Steve was born and raised in the Bethel Community. He was a member and servant at Mt. Zion Baptist...
Ruth W Simpson
Nov 14, 2023
Ruth W. Simpson, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and member of the Maggie Valley N.C. community passed away November 14, 2023, at the age of 94. Born in Virginia on December 2, 1928, Ruth lived a life dedicated to helping others. She was on the Board of Directors of the Maggie Valley Civic Association helping raise funds for many...
Bill Terrell
Nov 14, 2023
William Ben “Bill” Terrell, a beloved member of the community, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at CarePartners Hospice in Buncombe County. He was born on May 12, 1937, in Haywood County to the late, Clifton and Virginia Russell Terrell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Helen Trull Terrell, who died...
Thomas Richard Wertenberger
Nov 13, 2023
Hendersonville, Thomas Wertenberger, age 78, peacefully passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023 at his home.
A native of Ohio, Tom is the son of the late Richard and Lucy Kauffman Wertenberger.
He spent two tours in Vietnam serving in the United States Army. He served his country proudly and will be remembered for his service.
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Joann Hoag Irby
Nov 13, 2023
Maggie Valley, Joann Estes Hoag Irby, age 91, peacefully passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023 at her summer home in Maggie Valley, NC. A native of Davenport, Florida, Joann was a daughter of William Hoag and Gladys Estes Hoag. She was also preceded in death by her dear husband, Milton Wade Irby, who died in 1991; sister, Barbara Starken;...
Charles "Charlie" William Robertson
Nov 11, 2023
CANTON — Charles (Charlie) William Robertson, 76, died peacefully the morning of Monday, October 16, 2023, at Silver Bluff Village, with one of his Pisgah Black Bears t-shirts on.
Charlie was born August 17, 1947, in Asheville, NC, to William Davis and Nettie Mae Robertson, who are deceased. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Jerry,...
Ned Jones
Nov 10, 2023
Beloved Haywood County resident Ned Jones, 95, of Waynesville went to be with the Lord, while surrounded by his family at home on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. He was born in Waynesville to Robert Lee Jones and Ella Mae Caldwell on June 20, 1928, and lived in Haywood County all his life because it’s the best place on earth.
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Clinton Eugene Pearce
Nov 9, 2023
In Loving Memory of Clinton Eugene Pearce
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Clinton Eugene Pearce, affectionately known as Clint, at the age of 72. Clint peacefully departed this world on November 9, 2023, in Sylva, North Carolina, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
Born on August 22, 1951,...
Neal Tomlinson
Nov 8, 2023
William Neal Tomlinson, age 73, of Maggie Valley, NC passed away on November 8, 2023. Neal is survived by his husband, Gregg Duncan Tomlinson. They recently celebrated 16 wonderful years together.
Neal was born on September 23, 1950 in Chattanooga, TN and spent most of his elementary and high school years in Macon, GA. He was the son of the...
Mafra Peek Crisp
Nov 4, 2023
Candler, Mafra Peek Crisp, age 98, peacefully passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at her residence.
A native of Western North Carolina, Mafra was part of a large family of ten children born to Ervin Peek and Lockie Farmer Peek. She was also preceded in death by her dear husband, Wade Turner Crisp, who died in 2001; granddaughter, Theresa...
Martha Russell Mease
Nov 3, 2023
Waynesville, Martha Ann Russell Mease, age 89, peacefully passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023 at her home.
Martha was part of a big family and was a daughter of Rufus Howard Russell and Ella Garren Russell. She was also preceded in death by her dear husband of 63 years, Bobby Reed Mease, who died in 2019; sister, Edna Harris;...
Walter B. Mather, III
Nov 2, 2023
Walter Bentley Mather, III passed away peacefully on November 2, 2023 in Waynesville, NC at the age of 91. He was a devoted and loving husband to his wife of nearly 60 years, Peggy Askew Mather. He missed her greatly since her death in 2015.
Walter was born in Hartford, CT. He joined the United States Air Force where he...
Joe Stanley Kilgore
Nov 2, 2023
Maggie Valley, NC, Joe Stanley Kilgore, 69, passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at his residence.
Born in Anniston, Alabama, he was the son of the late Joe and Peggy Dean Kilgore.
Joe was the proud owner of the restaurant Butts On The Creek in Maggie Valley. He loved the outdoors. He did a lot of fishing and...
Frank Terrell Morgan
Nov 1, 2023
Frank Terrell Morgan, a beloved member of the community, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at his residence. Frank was born on March 16, 1951, in Forsyth County, North Carolina. His childhood in Waynesville shaped the kind and compassionate person he became.After graduating from Tuscola High School, Frank dedicated 23 years of his life to serving his country in...
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