Robert Jennings Clontz
Jan 22, 2024
Robert Jennings Clontz, a beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2024, at Haywood Regional Medical Center in Haywood County. He was born on January 5, 1944, in Haywood County.
Robert lived a fulfilling life and leaves behind a lasting legacy. He proudly served his country as a Retired Captain in the National Guard. His dedication and...
Laura W Soltis
Jan 22, 2024
Waynesville, NC, Laura Woody Soltis, 89, died on Monday, January 22, 2024, at Brookdale Walden Ridge of Asheville after a short illness.
Laura was the daughter of the late Jonathan Huff and Anne Foote Woody and a descendant of the Cataloochee Valley. She was preceded in death by her husband Roger Wayne Soltis.
Laura graduated from Haywood County School Systems, Randolph...
William Michael John "Mike" Walker
Jan 21, 2024
William Michael John “Mike” Walker was born on February 23, 1939 in Eccleshall, Staffordshire, England and died peacefully on January 21, 2024 at Emerald Ridge Center in Asheville, NC. He was 84.
Mike served in the British Army, was a gifted soccer player and coach and loved his job as a teacher and then principal of a primary school.
Upon moving to...
Rev. David C. Surrett
Jan 21, 2024
Waynesville, NC - Rev. David C. Surrett, 65, passed away, Sunday, January 21 2024, at his home with his loved ones by his side.
A native of Aiken, he is the son of Davie Kelly Surrett and the late Forest Surrett.
David was a graduate of Aiken High School and went on to graduate from college at the University of South...
Fred Richmond Jenkins
Jan 20, 2024
Waynesville, Fred Jenkins, 85, passed away on January 20, 2024. He was born on April 26, 1938. A native of White Oak, Fred's passing leaves a void in the lives of those who knew and loved him, but his memory will be cherished forever.
Fred served his country with honor and distinction. In 1960, he was drafted into the US Army...
Dorothy Lee Bailey Brown
Jan 19, 2024
Dorothy Lee Bailey Brown, passed away peacefully January 19, 2024 at the age of 102 ½ years old. Dorothy was born in Marshall, NC on August 7, 1921. She was a native of Madison County but a resident of Buncombe County for most of her life. She was the daughter of the late Curtis Hascue Bailey and Mildia Burnette Lowe...
David Hulet Ashe
Jan 19, 2024
David Hulet Ashe, age 94, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2024. . He was born on December 5, 1929, in the Shooting Creek community of Clay County, NC. David will be remembered as a dedicated worker, a loving family man, and an active member of his community.
David worked for an impressive 48 years with Champion International and rose to...
Martha Pressley Hinson
Jan 19, 2024
Candler – Martha Ann Hinson (Gangee), 88, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, January 19, 2024, due to Alzheimer’s disease and a series of strokes. She was born on April 11, 1935. She married the love of her life, Ted Hinson, on June 18, 1954. They were married for 69 years.
She was preceded in death by her...
James Ellery Swan
Jan 18, 2024
James (Jim) Ellery Swan, 86, passed away January 18, 2024, in Waynesville, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and a deep passion for life. He was born on October 6, 1937, in White Plains, New York, to the late Charles and Eleanor Spilsbury Swan. He was preceded in death by a half brother Myron Downs.
Education played a significant...
Glynden Charles Justice
Jan 18, 2024
Glynden Charles "Chuck" Justice, a logger by profession, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at his home in Buncombe County. Born on February 25, 1960, in Orlando, Florida, Chuck was a beloved husband, father, son, and friend.
Chuck's love for the great outdoors was evident throughout his life. He found solace and joy in natures embrace. Fishing was one of...
Keith Robert Carney
Jan 15, 2024
Keith Robert Carney, 51, of Leicester passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 15, 2024 at Mission Hospital. A native of Bridgeport and Naugatuck, CT. He was the son of Robert and Marie (Lozada) Davis of Oxford, CT.
He worked as a Shift Supervisor for Optical Cable Corporation.
Keith was a man of many talents and interests. Informally but affectionally known...
David Randolph Snelson
Jan 15, 2024
David Randolph Snelson, 88, was called home by his Lord and Savior on January 15, 2024 following a brief and unexpected illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Randolph Joseph Snelson and Elsie Collins Snelson Sumner. He was also preceded in death by his wife, LaVada Snelson in 2014; brother, Alan Snelson and sisters, Golda Hendricks and Hazel...
Richard Alan Jefferys
Jan 14, 2024
Richard A. Jefferys, age 80 passed away peacefully at home, with his wife Bari Lynn by his side, on Sunday, January 14th, 2024.
Richard was born in Kingwood, West Virginia to Woodford and Opal Jefferys on August 13, 1943. After living and working in Ohio most of his life, he retired to North Carolina in 2006. He and his...
Robert Gregory "Greg" Buckner
Jan 12, 2024
Robert Gregory “Greg” Buckner, 57, of Clyde passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024. A native of Haywood County, he was the son of the late Robert F. Buckner, Jr. and Juanita Trantham. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by son, Robert Gregory Buckner, Jr.; maternal grandparents, Clyde and Georgia Trantham; paternal grandparents, Katherine Buckner...
Kathryn Lee Champion
Jan 12, 2024
Kathryn Lee (McCraw) Champion, aged 84, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2024, in Maggie Valley, North Carolina. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Kathryn is remembered for her spunk, kindness, humor, and endless love.
Kathryn was born on September 22, 1939, in Gaffney, South Carolina. She was the daughter of Floyd and Vivian McCraw and one...
Matthew Joseph Haynes
Jan 11, 2024
Waynesville – Matthew Joseph Haynes, 21, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024.
Matthew was a resident of Haywood County and a Junior at North Carolina State University. He was the son of Charles Matthew and Michelle Lee Haynes.
Matthew brought a bright light to this world as a genuine, loving, and beautiful soul. He truly lit...
Charles Henry Free
Jan 11, 2024
Charles Henry Free, age 83, of the Crabtree community went to his heavenly home on Thursday, January 11, 2024. He was the son of the late John and Effie Stewart Free.
Charles is survived by his wife of 57 years, Brenda McCracken Free; sons, Charles Curtis Free of Canton and William Henry "Billy" Free of Bethel; three granddaughters who were...
Daniel "Buck" Cogdill
Jan 8, 2024
Daniel Phil Cogdill, a proud veteran of the United States Army, passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
A native of Haywood County, he was the son of Jesse and Francis Flemming Cogdill. He was also preceded in death by three sisters Ethel Matney, Agnes Moody, Mary Alice Nelson, and a brother...
Charles Ronald Moore
Jan 7, 2024
Canton, Ronny, "Rocky" Moore, age 76, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at his residence.
A native of Haywood County, Rocky, aka Uncle Rocky, Grumbler, and Smokey was a son of the late Charles Wilson and Frances Woody Moore. In addition to his parents, Rocky was preceded in death by his stepfather, Gene Johnson, sister, Kathi Lance...
Odie B Dick
Jan 5, 2024
Odie B. Dick, a loving family man passed away on January 5, 2024, at CarePartners Solace, with his family by his side. He was born on September 12, 1943.Odie served his country with honor for 30 years as a Torpedoman's Mate in the United States Navy during the Vietnam Conflict and the Cold War. His commitment to his duties...
