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.
Samuel "Tip" Riley, Sr.
Jul 31, 2022
Canton, Samuel LaFrenzo "Tip" Riley, Sr., age 68, passed away on Sunday, July 31, 2022.
A native of Haywood County, he was a son of the late Samuel L. Riley Jr. and Earlie Mae Cullins Riley. In addition to his parents, Sam was preceded in death by his son, Samuel Riley Jr. and brother, Phil Riley. He bravely served...
Jean Bryant
Jul 30, 2022
Clyde – Jean Ingle Bryant, 89, passed away on Saturday, July 30, 2022 at Haywood Regional Medical Center.
Jean was a native of Buncombe County but had resided in Haywood County for most of her life. She was a daughter of the late Reverend George Ingle and Alta Elizabeth Fox Ingle. In addition to her parents, Jean...
Heather Hess
Jul 28, 2022
Raleigh, Heather Leigh Haynes Hess, age 45, passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at Duke University Medical Center after a valiant, extended battle against multiple organ failures as a result of six major surgeries.
A native of Durham County, she was a daughter of Dianne Linton Haynes and the late Dr. Richard "Dick" Haynes.
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Caroline Hill
Jul 28, 2022
Canton – Caroline Pressley Hill, 82, passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at her residence.
Caroline was a native and lifelong resident of Haywood County and a daughter of the late Conway and Glesta Duvall Pressley. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Bryant Hill, who died in 2005...
Phyllis Stoll
Jul 27, 2022
Thanks be to God for the 83 years of life He gave to our precious Phyllis!
Phyllis Bernice Stoll was a gift from God. Born on the 18th of March, 1939, to parents Ares Conradus (Arthur Conrad) and Alice Peternella (Wodring) Dreyer, in a Dutch community on the South Side of Chicago, she was the fifth member...
Laren Leonard
Jul 27, 2022
Asheville – Laren Leonard, 72; passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, in Asheville, North Carolina.
A Maryland native, Laren was the daughter of the late Ross and Helen Leonard. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Luczak and her sister, Linda Simmont. Laren attended Frostburg State University, where she...
Richard Powell
Jul 27, 2022
Richard “Ricky” Raymond Powell, 56, of Weaverville passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at his residence. A native of Buncombe County, NC, he was son of the late Judy Ann Robinson. He was also preceded in death by his son, Dakota Michael Powell and sister, Kimberly Denise Hensley.
Ricky was self-employed in construction and ever devoted...
Joyce Jones
Jul 25, 2022
Clyde – Joyce Annette Smith Jones, 73, a native of Haywood County, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2022, at Maggie Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, with loved ones by her side.
Daughter of Bonnie Smith Buchanan (Fred) and the late Charles Smith, Joyce is survived by her husband of 52 years, Mike; daughter Bonnie (Greg), son...
Charles Ayers
Jul 25, 2022
Canton – Charles Edmond Ayers, 86, passed away on Monday, July 25, 2022 at Smoky Mountain Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Charles was a native of Buncombe County and a son of the late Henry Ellis and Naomi Childers Ayers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Ann Donaldson Ayers, who...
Robert Young
Jul 24, 2022
Waynesville - Robert Arthur “Rob” Young, 53, passed away on Sunday, July 24, 2022 at Memorial Campus of Mission Hospital after a battle with cancer.
Rob was a native of Perrysville, Ohio and a son of Stacie Biddle Young of Perrysville, Ohio and the late Robert “Bob” Young. He graduated from Loudonville High School in 1987 and...
Robert Hayes
Jul 23, 2022
Asheville, NC, Robert B. Hayes passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2022, at Mission Memorial Campus.
A native of Hudson, North Carolina, he was the son of the late R Barton and Estoy Bragg Hayes. Robert graduated from Davidson College and North Carolina State University with his Masters in Engineering. His career began in the family-owned Hudson...
Donald Howell
Jul 23, 2022
Waynesville, Donald Howell, age 92, passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2022, at Mission Memorial Campus.
A native of Haywood County, he was a son of the late Claude and Sophia Nichols Howell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Kathryn Lucy Howell and a brother, Kenneth Howell. Donald retired after...
Miriam Warren
Jul 23, 2022
Columbus, NC formerly of Buncombe County – Miriam Helen Crook Warren, 86, passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at Agape Care Hospice Center in Landrum, South Carolina.
Miriam was a native of Buncombe County and a daughter of the late Thomas Hardy and Harriett Young Crook. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...
Maxine Smith
Jul 22, 2022
Maxine Faye Smith, 85, of Asheville passed away on Friday, July 22, 2022 at her residence. A native of Big Pine, NC, daughter of the late Collie and Nola Sutton Payne. Also preceded in death by her husband, David Smith who died in 1988; daughter, Debbie Smith; sister, Marie Sutton and brother, Bobby Payne.
Maxine earned her...
Carroll "Gene" Hill
Jul 21, 2022
Crabtree Community, Carroll Eugene Hill, age 84, passed away on Thursday, July 21, 2022, at Haywood Regional Medical Center.
A lifelong resident of Haywood County and a resident of Maggie Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation for the past four years. Gene was a son of the late Sam and Quaye Elizabeth Justice Hill. In addition to his parents,...
Elaine Keyes
Jul 21, 2022
Waynesville/Miami Lakes, Elaine Ruth Lebsock Keyes, age 98, passed away on Thursday, July 21, 2022, at Haywood Regional Medical Center.
A native of Lincoln, Nebraska, she was the daughter of the late Jacob and Lydia Amen Lebsock. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edward A. Keyes, who died in 1989. ...
Mack Warren
Jul 21, 2022
Canton – Harold Mack Warren, 89, of the Lake Logan Community, passed away on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at his residence.
Mack was a native and had resided most of his life in Haywood County. He was a son of the late Garland and Pearl Reece Warren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death...
Betty Snyder
Jul 20, 2022
Heaven gained an angel when Betty Jo Robinson Snyder, age 90, passed away on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 surrounded by her loving family at her residence in Newton, NC.
A native of Haywood County, she was a daughter of the late Ernest and Effie Mae Putnam Robinson. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband...
Trudy Carver
Jul 19, 2022
Clyde, Trudy Lynn Smith Carver, age 58, passed away on Tuesday, July 19, 2022.
A native of Jackson County, she was a daughter of Sylvia Sue Farr and the late John Ross Smith. She was also preceded in death by her Granny, Gladys Griffin.
Trudy enjoyed cooking and gardening. Being outdoors and camping were favorite...
Sra Terry Norton
Jul 18, 2022
Canton - SrA Terry A. Norton, 52, went to his heavenly home on July 18, 2022, after a valiant battle with cancer. His devotion and firm belief in God, his family and his church supported him during his struggles and ultimately brought him peace.
Terry was immersed in his Christian beliefs and in being a member of...
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