Garrett Funerals and Cremations
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Chris Hamiel-Director of Operations 828-400-0887
Chad Hamiel- Funeral Director 828-734-3095
Johnny Phillips-Funeral Director 828-456-8656
Richard McDaris-Apprentice 828-216-0856
Bill Swick-Advance Planning 828-734-3143
Nedra Creason-Office Manager 828-456-8656
Mary Marcus-Adminstrative Assistant 828-456-5030
Jim Carpenter-Grounds Keeper 828-400-9838
Brandon Aldredge-Grounds Keeper 828-734-1161
Part time Staff
Fred Buchanan
Morgan Davis
John Dills
Rev. Chad Ellege
Earl Nations
Richard McDaris
David Greene
Karen Stamey
Keith Gentry
Our Obituaries
Bernard Sanders
February 20, 1930 - May 18, 2013
Bernard Clark Sanders
1930-2013
Bernard Clark Sanders, 83, of Maggie Valley, passed away, Saturday, May 18, 2013, at Med West Hospital. He was born in Oramel, NY, on February 20, 1930, to the late Arland and Rosemary Perry Sanders. He devoted much of his working life as a police officer in Albany, GA and a Sgt. for the Sherriff's Department in Sarasota, FL until he retired in 1992. He loved...
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Faye Marlene Moody
April 9, 1935 - May 16, 2013
Mrs. Faye Marlene Moody
'A Loving Wife, Mother and Grandmother'
Joyful resident of both Waynesville, NC and Vero Beach, Fl. Was called To receive her just reward, on Thursday May 16, 2013.
Born on April 9th, 1935 in Columbus, GA to Vivian Louise Wright and Alva Earl Jackson.
Faye was a devoted wife of 46 years to Walter, a loving mother of 4 children and grandmother of 12 grandchildren and 2...
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Phyllis Hansen
November 15, 1938 - May 15, 2013
Ms. Phyllis Jean Hansen age 74 of Waynesville, passed away on May 15, 2013 at the Homestead. She was born in Cincinnati Ohio to the late William B. Stead and Philomene C. Rolfes Stead. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son Steve Hansen; a brother Bill Stead; and a grandson Chris Wiedemer. Known as a woman of many opinions, who wasn't afraid to express them, she loved to...
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David R. Johnson
July 6, 1920 - May 13, 2013
Hendersonville-David R. Johnson, age 92, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2013, at Elizabeth House in Flat Rock. David was born on July 6, 1920, to the late John and Nellie Smith Johnson.. He was known as a wonderful ballroom dancer. David was an avid vegetable gardener and also a faithful volunteer with Interfaith Ministries. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Hendersonville and a...
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Mary Parton Nelson
July 11, 1929 - May 5, 2013
Mary Parton Nelson
"Loving Mother & Grandmother"
Mary Parton Nelson, 83 of Maggie Valley, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2013 at Medwest Haywood Hospital. She was born in Haywood County on July 11, 1929 to the late Clifton Earl and Bessie Mae Rich Parton. She was a member of Victory Baptist Church. She had a special love for her dog, Cha Cha.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death...
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Richard (Dick) Hefner
July 2, 1936 - May 4, 2013
"Proud Father, Grandfather"
Clyde, NC-Richard "Dick" Hefner, age 76, passed away on May 4, 2013, at The Homestead, surrounded by his loving family. Richard was born on July 2, 1936, to the late William and Bonnie Cunningham Hefner.
He enjoyed camping, Braves baseball and especially spending time with his family and grandchildren. Richard served our country honorably for 22 years in the United...
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Mary Ruth Wiggins Crawford
May 19, 1934 - April 29, 2013
Mrs. Mary Ruth Wiggins Crawford
"Devoted mother and grandmother"
Mrs Mary Ruth Wiggins Crawford went home to be with The Lord on Monday April 29th 2013. Mom would have been 79 on the 19th of May. She was a blessing and a "breath of spring" to all. Mary was dearly loved. Her strength and kindness to her family and all that knew her will be missed. She was born on May 19th, 1934 to the late...
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Rosemary Henderson Herman
November 20, 1925 - April 29, 2013
"Caring Professor"
Rosemary Herman, age 87, passed away April 29, 2013, in Fredericksburg, VA. Rosemary was born November 20, 1925, to the late Mary Knox (Henderson) and Ernest Knox Herman.
She was a professor at Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg teaching Spanish and Portuguese until her retirement. Rosemary was interested in the arts, native dress and music of all cultures, but...
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George E Cammer
November 22, 1920 - April 26, 2013
George E. Cammer
Beloved Husband and Father
George E. Cammer, 92, of Waynesville, passed away Friday, April 26, 2013 at Med West Haywood Hospital. He was born in Butler, PA on November 22, 1920 to the late Grover Cleveland and Sara Amelia Smith Cammer. He served in the US Navy during WWII, He was a member of NARFE, the oldest member of the Groovy Movie Club and he was also a member of the...
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Tilda Mae Winchester
July 3, 1935 - April 25, 2013
Ms. Tilda Mae Winchester age 77 of Waynesville, passed away April 25, 2013 at the Brian Center of Waynesville. She was born in Haywood County to the late Vernon Olson and Millie Irene Wyatt Winchester. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother Leonard Winchester; grandparents Andrew Jackson Wyatt and his wife Ceanie McElroy and Annis Winchester. Survivors include her...
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Shirley Jean Birchfield Grooms
June 7, 1943 - April 24, 2013
Mrs. Shirley Jean Birchfield Grooms age 69 of Waynesville, passed away April 24, 2013 at Maggie Valley Nursing and Rehab. She was born in Haywood County to the late Frank and Effie Reece Birchfield. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother Frank Birchfield Jr; and a cousin and lifelong friend Louise Christopher. Shirley was a member of Pleasant Balsam Baptist Church and...
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Belle C. Conner
November 29, 1937 - April 24, 2013
Mrs. Belle C. Conner age 75 of Waynesville, died April 24, 2013. She was born in Haywood County to the late Riley and Maggie Mease Conner. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a daughter Ida Worley and five siblings. Survivors include her sons Curtis Gene Worley of Forest City, Harold Keith Worley of Waynesville, David Harrison Worley of Rutherfordton; daughter Shirley Ann...
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Russell Kelly White
December 15, 1939 - April 21, 2013
Mr. Russell "Kelly" White age 73 of Fines Creek passed away Sunday, April 21 2013 at MedWest Haywood. He was born in Pecks Mill WV to the late Burley and Irma Ada White. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by ten siblings and his two sons Curtis and Gary Bryant. Survivors include his wife Marie Moore White of the home; son Randy White of IL; daughters Tonya Wiederholtz of IL,...
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Edna C. Miller
September 29, 1921 - April 16, 2013
"Loving Wife and Mother"
Edna C. Miller, 91 of Waynesville went to be with the Lord on April 16, 2013. She was born September 29, 1921, to the late Ben and Lillie Evans Cutshaw. Edna enjoyed cooking, sewing, and housekeeping. She also enjoyed reading and doing puzzles, but most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband,...
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Shelia Diane Hall
July 13, 1951 - April 10, 2013
"Live, Laugh, Love"
Shelia Diane Hall
Waynesville-Shelia Diane Hall, age 61 of Waynesville, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at her residence. She was born on July 13, 1951, to the late Carroll Queen Sr. and Willa Mae Price Queen. Diane was a wonderful caregiver who loved her family. She also enjoyed going to yard sales and to the beach. Diane was a true believer of Jesus Christ.
In...
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Carolyn Shuler
February 16, 1942 - April 7, 2013
"Our Guardian Angel"
Balsam-Carolyn Shelton Shuler, age 71, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2013, surrounded by her loving family. Carolyn was born on February 16, 1942, to the late Verlan and Emma McMahan Shelton. She enjoyed her job and working in her flowers. Carolyn was a loving wife and mother who was truly dedicated to her family. She was a people person who could make friends within minutes...
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Gregory Allen Biddulph
October 25, 1964 - April 5, 2013
Mr. Gregory Allen Biddulph age 48 of Waynesville passed away April 5, 2013 at his residence. He was born in Alexandria VA to Virginia Lee Hurdle Condren and the late Walter Harrell Armstrong. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by three of his grandparents. Survivors include his mother Virginia and her husband Donald M. Condren of Waynesville; grandmother Rosa Lee Hurdle;...
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Mary Katherine Norris
February 9, 1932 - March 31, 2013
Mrs. Mary Katherine Norris age 81 of Waynesville, passed away at her home on March 31, 2013. She was born in Haywood County to the late Johnnie James and Fannie Burr Brown Fie. She was also preceded in death by her husband of fifty seven years Fred Norris Jr., a brother Johnnie Brown Fie and a sister in law Deana Fie. Survivors include her sons Wayne Norris and his wife Roxie of Panama, Doug...
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Rufus "Pete" Allen Gaddis, Jr
September 27, 1938 - March 30, 2013
Rufus "Pete" Allen Gaddis, Jr.
1938 – 2013
Rufus "Pete" Allen Gaddis, Jr., 74 of Waynesville, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2013 at the Chestnut Park Rest Home. He was born September 27, 1938 to the late Rufus Allen, Sr. and Cathryn Walls Gaddis.
Survivors include several cousins and his extended family from the rest home.
Funeral services will be held at 3 PM Wednesday, April 3, 2013...
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Bobby Shea Guy
July 20, 1975 - March 26, 2013
Bobby Shea Guy, age 37 of Waynesville passed away peacefully in his sleep at Mission Memorial Hospital after a brief illness on March 26, 2013. Bobby was surrounded by his family and friends just as he was in life. He was born on July 20, 1975, to the late Wade Harold and Anne Sorrells Guy. Bobby loved life, his large family, his cats, and spending time with his many friends. He enjoyed many...
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Bruce Dennis Carden
May 31, 1933 - March 23, 2013
"Loving Husband and Father"
Bruce Dennis Carden, 79 of Waynesville, passed away Saturday, March 23, 2013, at the Silver Bluff Nursing Home. He was born in Jackson County, May 31, 1933, to the late Floyd and Bertha Elmore Carden. Bruce was a member of Waynesville First Baptist Church and was very active in his Sunday School class. He was a lifelong learner and educator who truly loved his family....
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James Herman Farmer
December 2, 1930 - March 20, 2013
James Herman Farmer
"Beloved Husband, Daddy, & Papaw"
James Herman Farmer, 82, of Covered Wagon Trail, Waynesville, passed away, Wednesday, March 20, 2013. He was the son of the late Merrill Lee (Bill) Farmer and Lillie Woods.
Preceded in death by brother, Harold (Red)
He is survived by his wife of 30 years Shirley; brothers, Bob and Bill of Clyde; sister, Hazel Bradshaw of Maggie Valley;...
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Sara Nelson
May 15, 1937 - March 18, 2013
Sara Nelson
"Beloved Wife, Mother & Grandmother"
Sara Nelson, 75 of Waynesville, passed away Monday, March 18, 2013 surrounded by her family. She was born in Haywood County on May 15, 1937. Sara was an avid gardener who enjoyed growing vegetables and canning and freezing them in the fall. She loved quilting, sewing, crafting, and crocheting. She also loved decorating her home for all...
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Mamie Geneva Sutton
July 10, 1915 - March 18, 2013
Mamie Geneva Sutton
1915 – 2013
Mamie Geneva Sutton, 97 of Waynesville, NC passed away Monday, March 18, 2013 in Platka, FL. She was born in Haywood County on July 10, 1915.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Mark and Mary Etta Finger Rich, husband John Alvin Sutton, and daughter, Betty Smith.
Survivors include, son, Joe Sutton and his wife Glennie, daughters, Peggy Jones and her...
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Mable Leatherwood Massey
September 20, 1915 - March 15, 2013
MOTHER & GRANDMOTHER
Mrs. Mable Leatherwood Massey age 97of Waynesville, died March 15, 2013. She was born in Haywood County to the late Frank and Sarah Morrow Leatherwood. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two husbands Paul J. Buchanan and Robert Massey; sons William David Buchanan, Robert Massey Jr.; brothers Jim, Rowe and Frank Leatherwood Jr; and a sister Hilda "Nig"...
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Joe Ward
July 2, 1926 - March 8, 2013
Joe Ward
"1926 – 2013"
Joe Ward, 86 of Maggie Valley, passed away Friday, March 8, 2013 at The Homestead. He was born in Jackson County to the late Walter and Ora Brown Ward.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Lucy Ward, and brother, Harry Ward.
Survivors include, daughter, AJ Webb, son, James Ward and his wife Tami, grandsons, Jody Ward and Jamey Webb, three...
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Nancy Faye Green
May 8, 1950 - March 6, 2013
Nancy Faye Green
"Loving Mother & Grandmother"
Nancy Faye Green, age 62, of Waynesville, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, March 6, 2013 in the arms of her family. She was born May 8, 1950 to Edith Pressley and the late Johnnie Pressley.
She was of the Baptist faith, she loved gardening, feeding the birds, caring for her dog, Ginger, and most of all being a loving wife, mother, and...
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Robert "Bob" McCall
June 12, 1928 - February 25, 2013
Mr. Robert D. "Bob" McCall age 84 of Waynesville, passed away on February 25, 2013. Mr. McCall was born in Jackson County to the late George and Ellen Arrowood McCall. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son Donnie McCall; brothers Lewis, John, Jess, Lawrence, Charlie, and Ted; and sisters Allie Bryson, Lettie Mae Jones. Bob was a member of Dellwood Baptist Church and was an...
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Johnny Mack Brown
April 30, 1949 - February 23, 2013
Mr. Johnny Mack Brown age 63 of Clyde, passed away Saturday, February 23, 2013. He was born in Haywood County to the late Joe Thomas and Mae Owens Brown. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister Norma Jean Carpender and a great grandson Brandon Pierce. Survivors include his wife Sheila Brown of Clyde; son Thomas Brown and his wife Leah of Berea, KY; daughters Elaine Miranda...
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Kimberly Dean Inman
January 30, 1971 - February 21, 2013
"Loving Mother, Grandmother "
Clyde-Kimberly Dean Inman age 42 passed away on February 21, 2013, at The Homestead. She was born in Haywood County to Harold Dean and the late Maxine Meadows Inman. Kimberly enjoyed listening to 80's music and having a great time enjoying life. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren.
Kimberly was the most amazing mother anyone could ever ask...
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Otho Vera "Spunk" Cagle, Jr.
August 10, 1930 - February 20, 2013
Loving Husband, Father
Waynesville- Otho Vera "Spunk" Cagle Jr., 82 of Waynesville passed away on February 20, 2013 at the Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville. A native of Jackson County he was born on August 10, 1930 to the late O.V Cagle Sr. and Louise Bishop Cagle. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a sister Phyllis Gray.
He is survived by his wife Lynda Welch...
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Jo Grogan Goodin
September 30, 1930 - February 17, 2013
"Touched the lives of many"
Jo Grogan Goodin
Jo Goodin, 82, passed away Feb 17, 2013, at her home surrounded by her family.
A native of Rockingham County, North Carolina, she attended University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, where she met her husband, James "Check" Goodin. Jo and Check raised two boys while Check followed a career in the U.S. Marine Corps, living in Maryland, Virginia,...
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Collier Randall "Randy" Hoglen
July 30, 1956 - February 17, 2013
Collier Randall "Randy" Hoglen age 56 of Clyde, passed away on February 17, 2013 at his home after a long battle with cancer. He was surrounded by the ones he laughed with, lived for, and loved. Randy was born in Haywood County to Collier "Dick" and Betty Mehaffey Hoglen. He graduated from Tuscola High School and worked at Dayco and Conmet until he was forced to give up work due to his illness....
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Luther "Tobe" Ewart
October 4, 1928 - February 14, 2013
Luther "Tobe" Ewart age 84 of Clyde, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on February 14, 2013 at St. Joseph Hospital. A native of Haywood County, he was the son of the late Jim and Tennie Locust Ewart. He was also preceded in death by his brother Samuel Ewart, a son Donald Ewart and his granddaughter Melanie Ann Nelson. Luther worked for Southern Concrete/Ready Mix for thirty-five years...
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Charles Ray Trantham, Sr.
January 12, 1954 - February 10, 2013
Charles Ray Trantham, Sr., 59, of Waynesville, passed away Sunday, February 10, 2013 at Medwest Haywood Hospital. He was born in Haywood County on January 12, 1954.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Pearl Trantham; brother Vester Trantham; sisters, Lola Mae Conard, Mildred Haney, and Maxine Mehaffey.
Survivors include; two sons, Charles Ray Trantham, Jr. and Timothy...
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Willa A. Frizzell Strickland
December 28, 1946 - February 6, 2013
Willa A. Frizzell Strickland, 66, of Waynesville, passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at the Brian Center. She was born in Haywood County on December 28, 1946.
She is preceded in death by her father, Will Frizzell, two children, William Charles Strickland and Kenneth Bruce Strickland.
Survivors include, her mother, Nettie Frizzell, sons, Randy and Danny Frizzell, Johnny, Scotty and Joey...
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Delores Calhoun
April 13, 1935 - February 5, 2013
Delores Calhoun, 77, Canton, NC passed away, Wednesday, February 05, 2013 at the Silverbluff Rehabilitation Center. She was born Oakland, CA on April 13, 1935 to the late Benny and Mary Gonsalves.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her two late husbands, Frank M. Paule, Sr, and Howard Calhoun, daughter, Charlene Souza, and a son, Frank M. Paule, Jr.
Survivors include,...
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Nicholas Joseph Scianna
August 12, 1948 - January 31, 2013
Mr. Nicholas Joseph Scianna age 64 of Waynesville, passed away January 31, 2013 at The Homestead. He was born in Brooklyn, New York to the late Joseph and Mary Albergo Scianna. He served our country in the US Navy during the Vietnam War and worked as an insurance agent and a financial planner for Prudential. Survivors include his wife of Forty Three years, Kathryn Scianna of Waynesville; sons...
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Humes Houston Whittlesey Hart, Jr
May 20, 1927 - January 16, 2013
Mr. Humes Houston Whittlesey Hart Jr. age 85 of Waynesville, passed away January 16, 2013 at his residence, the same home in which he was born. He was the only son of the late Humes Houston Whittlesey Hart Sr. and Lilian May Allen. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents W.C. and Cottie Allen. He was a graduate of Johns Hopkins University and served our...
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Aaron Blake Wells
December 18, 1985 - January 14, 2013
"With Love"
Canton-Aaron Blake Wells age 27 of Canton, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, January 14, 2013, at Medwest-Haywood. Aaron was born on December 18, 1985, to Gary and Deborah Davis Wells. Aaron was a unique, artistic, and very outgoing individual. He never met a stranger and was known as a gallant young man. Aaron participated for three out of four years with the Pisgah...
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Carolyn Ward Burnette
February 5, 1960 - January 14, 2013
Carolyn Ward Burnette age 52 entered eternal life on January 14, 2013 at The Homestead surrounded by her family. A native of Haywood County, she was born to the late Claude C. and Nancy Norris Ward. Survivors include her children Angela Haney and her husband James Gary of Waynesville, Jonathon Burnette of the home; one grandson Aidan Burnette; brother Thomas Ward and wife Jean of Waynesville;...
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Max G. Robinson, Sr.
January 5, 1937 - January 13, 2013
Mr. Max G. Robinson Sr. age 76 of Clyde, passed away Sunday, January 13, 2013. He was born in Haywood County to the late Jennings and Mary Hipps Robinson. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by an infant son Marvin Gerry Robinson; brother Dale Robinson; and a sister Freida Angus. Max served our country in the US Marines during the Korean War. He retired from Champion Paper with 43...
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Ben Beasley, Sr.
September 11, 1944 - January 12, 2013
"Devoted Volunteer"
Ben Beasley, Sr. 68, of Balsam, NC, formerly of Cairo, GA, and Orlando, FL, passed away January 12, 2013 at The Homestead at Medwest. He was born in Gainesville, Florida on September 11, 1944 to the late Clifford Carlton Beasley, Sr. and Florence Mayfield Beasley.
He was a graduate of the University of Valdosta. He had a long career in banking. He was a dedicated...
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Edna Scates Franklin
December 6, 1922 - January 11, 2013
"Loving Mother"
Waynesville-Edna Scates Franklin age 90, passed away on January 11, 2013. She was born in Haywood County to the late John and Maude Singleton Scates. Edna enjoyed reading, genealogy, music, and studying the history of England. She was also known as being very artistic.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded by her husband, William Roy Franklin. Left to cherish her memory...
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Sandra Doris Burnette Clontz
March 3, 1948 - January 11, 2013
"Beloved Wife & Mother"
Sandra Doris Burnette Clontz, 64, of Canton, passed away, Friday, January 11, 2013 at Medwest Haywood Hospital. She was born in Haywood County on March 3, 1948 to the late Scott and Pauline Lanning Burnette. She was a caregiver for many years for the elderly in Haywood County.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a son, Jeffery Scott Clontz, and a...
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Doris Louise Green
February 24, 1942 - January 10, 2013
"Loving Mother"
Doris Price Green age 70 went to meet the Lord on January 10, 2013. She was born in Haywood County to the late Willie and Sible Green Price. Doris enjoyed working in her garden and playing with her cats.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers. Doris is survived by one son, Dale Price (Kay); three daughters, Lura West (Charles), Dora Parton, and Rita Gaddis; six...
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Barbara Ann Sutton
February 27, 1939 - January 7, 2013
"Loving Mother and Sister"
Barbara Ann Sutton, 73, of Maggie Valley, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2013 at the Homestead. She was born in Haywood County on February 27, 1939.
She is preceded in death by her father, Jesse Allen Rich, mother, Lucy Gray Rich Messer, step father, Paul Messer, husband of 51 years, Floyd Sutton, and sister, Janice Erie Woods.
She is survived by her two sons, Floyd...
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Nealie Irene Williams
January 18, 1930 - January 5, 2013
Mrs. Nealie Irene Williams age 82 of Waynesville passed away January 5, 2012 at MedWest Haywood. She was born in Haywood County to the late Robert J. and Hester Williams Whitner. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Zeb Vance Williams; a son Chester Williams; daughters Beulah Whitner, Betty Williams; brothers Troy Whitner, D.M. Whitner; sisters Kathleen Rhinehart...
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Bobby Louis Scott
January 31, 1932 - January 2, 2013
Bobby Louis Scott
1932-2013
Bobby Louis Scott, 80, of Canton passed away Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at the Keever Solace Center. He was born in Canton, NC on January 31, 1932 to the late Reverend Irvin and Maude Roberts Scott. He was a Navy Veteran serving in the Korean conflict. He was employed at Capitol Airlines in Washington DC and later worked for 34 years at Dayco International in...
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Mary Frances Turpin
March 18, 1937 - December 31, 2012
Mary Frances Turpin
"Our Beloved Wife, Mother & Grandmother"
Mary Frances Turpin, 75, Waynesville, passed away Monday, December 31, 2012 at Memorial Mission Hospital. She was born in Jackson County on March 18, 1937. She worked for over 40 years in Textiles with various companies. She also had a great love for her family.
She is preceded in death by her parents and a son, James Browning.
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Bobbie Hill Earley
January 18, 1930 - December 31, 2012
Mrs. Bobbie Hill Earley age 82, of Lake Junaluska passed away at 7:05AM December 31, 2012 at MedWest Haywood. She was born in Haywood County to the late Benjamin and Daisey Leatherwood Hill. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Arthur J. Earley and several brothers and sisters. She retired from Dayco with 35 years of service and was a member of Lake Junaluska First...
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David Isom Franks
June 7, 1920 - December 30, 2012
Mr. David Franks age 92 of Candler and formerly of Clyde passed away December 30, 2012. He was born in Jackson County to the late James and Cora Pressley Franks. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of sixty nine years Mary Franks; brother Daniel Franks; and sisters Jessie Franks Inman and Madie Franks Oates. Mr. Franks served our country in the US Army during WWII and...
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Marvin Earl Arrington
July 6, 1921 - December 29, 2012
"Friend to All"
Marvin Earl Arrington age 91, of the Panther Creek Community, passed away Saturday, December 29, 2012. Marvin was born on July 6, 1921, to the late Amos and Effie Rathbone Arrington. He enjoyed country and bluegrass music as well as farming and gardening. He was a Sunday School teacher and Deacon of Panther Creek Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, Marvin was preceded...
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Evelyn Gentry Lowe
May 20, 1923 - December 28, 2012
"Loving Mother and Grandmother"
Evelyn Gentry Lowe, 89, of Maggie Valley, passed away at Maggie Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation on Friday, December 28, 2012, surrounded by her loving family. She was born to the late Dolph and Annie Ray Gentry on May 20, 1923. Evelyn enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She truly enjoyed being at home.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in...
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Marshall Haney
October 31, 1925 - December 27, 2012
Loving Husband, Father, Papaw
Marshall Haney, 87, passed away on Thursday, December 27, 2012, at Silver Bluff Nursing Home. He was born on October 31, 1925, to the late Jesse and Mary Mathis Haney. Marshall enjoyed mowing grass and working on lawn mowers. He taught small engine repair at Haywood Community College for over 30 years. Marshall was a lifetime member of Crabtree Baptist Church...
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Jean Tilley
December 25, 1924 - December 26, 2012
Jean Tilley
Beloved Wife & Mother
Jean Tilley, 88, of Waynesville, passed away, Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at Autumn Care Nursing Home. She was born in Kansas on December 25, 1924 and was raised in Kansas, Oklahoma and New Mexico. She was married to Sgt. Arley A. Tilley of the United States Air Force on May 1, 1943 in Albuquerque, NM. She was an active member of the Hazelwood Presbyterian...
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Walter Mehaffey, Sr.
July 28, 1915 - December 25, 2012
Walter W. Mehaffey, Sr., age 97, passed away on Tuesday, December 25, 2012. He was a native of Waynesville, NC where he lived for most of his life. He worked in the Curved Hose Department at Dayco Corporation in Hazelwood, NC. Upon retirement, he spent many of his senior years farming in Haywood County. Since 2005, Walter resided in Virginia in the home of his son or at Consulate Health Care of...
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Hugh W. Russell, Sr.
December 23, 2012
1926 -2012
Hugh W. Russell, Sr., 86, of Sylva, NC passed away, Sunday, December 23, 2012. He was born in Newport, TN on November 8, 1926 to the late Steven and Eula Russell. He was retired from the Nation Park Service and was a Charter Member of the Newport Rescue Squad. He had a great love for the outdoors and had a passion for fishing.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by...
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Margaret Hargrove
December 23, 2012
Margaret Hargrove
1940 - 2012
Margaret Hargrove, 72, passed away December 23, 2012 in Clyde, NC. Margaret (Dub) was born in Salem, N.J. in 1940. Surviving is her husband of 34 years, William M. Hargrove Sr. Margaret left behind six children, John L. Shimp of Fredricksburg, VA, Theresa Williams of Canada, Michael Hargrove of Union Mills, NC, Teresa Porch of Elsinboro, N.J. She also had twelve...
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Pauline Conner
May 4, 1937 - December 20, 2012
Mrs. Pauline Conner age 75 of Waynesville, passed away December 20, 2012. She was born in Cocke County, TN to the late Ernest and Hattie Payne Shelton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Luther P. Conner; a son Johnny Conner. Survivors include her sons, Danny Conner, Roger Conner; several brothers and sisters; seven grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren....
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LG Messer
April 22, 1941 - December 19, 2012
Mr. LG Messer, 71 of Morganton, formerly of Canton, died December 19, 2012. He was born in Madison County to Thomas and Novie Messer. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brothers Thomas and Glen. Survivors include his brother Handy of CA; sister Magnolia "Maggie" Anderson of Hot Springs; wife Margie; several children and grandchildren in Morganton. Services will be held on...
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Peggy Ann Camp
March 19, 1931 - December 15, 2012
Peggy Ann Camp
1931-2012
Peggy Ann Camp, 81 of Waynesville, passed away Saturday, December 15, 2012 at her residence. She was born in Haywood County on March 19, 1931 to the late Herbert and Grace Noland Camp. She was a former member of several organizations and they include, the National Secretaries Association, Ratcliff Cove Home Demonstration Club, and of the 49's breakfast club. She was...
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Pauline Messer Frazier
August 3, 1934 - December 11, 2012
"Beloved Wife, Mother & Grandmother"
Pauline Messer Frazier, 78, Waynesville, NC, went to be with the Lord on December 10, 2012. She was born in Haywood County, NC on August 3, 1934 to the late Johnie and Glenna Truitt Messer. Pauline was a retired assistant manager of Goody's for many years in Waynesville. She was a member of the Camp Branch Baptist Church. She had a great love for her...
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Texas Lillian Jones
July 17, 1938 - December 10, 2012
Loving Mother, Grandmother
Ms. Texas Lillian Jones, 74, of the Balsam Community, passed away on December 10, 2012, at The Homestead. Ms. Jones was born on July 17, 1938, to the late Paul and Edith Maynor Parks. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren as well as being active in her church, Trinity Baptist Church. Ms. Jones also enjoyed shopping by television.
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Elmer Richard "Dick" Silvers, Sr.
June 6, 1935 - December 9, 2012
Mr. Elmer Richard "Dick" Silvers Sr. age 77 of Waynesville, went to be with his Lord on December 9, 2012 at MedWest Haywood Hospital. He was born in Haywood County to the late Norman and Velma Phillips Silvers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant brother James; and sisters Sally Peebles and Sue Huskins. Mr. Silvers was an avid hunter and fisherman, and loved spending...
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Sherry Denise Fowler Grasty
February 28, 1964 - December 7, 2012
LOVING MOTHER
Mrs. Sherry Denise Fowler Grasty age 48 of Clyde passed away at her residence on December 7, 2012 following a brief illness. She was born in Telfair County GA to Ruby Hulett Bryan and the late Earl Fowler. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her infant son Lance Evan Grasty and her step mother Jan Fowler. Sherry was a graduate of Tuscola High School, worked...
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Evelyn Moody Rogers
November 14, 1923 - December 4, 2012
Mrs. Evelyn M. Rogers age 89, of Waynesville, passed away December 4, 2012 at Autumn Care Nursing. She was born in Haywood County to the late Zeb and Elizabeth Moody. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her father's second wife Cornie; her husband Max Q. Rogers; a brother Carl Moody and a sister Cecelia Ricci. Evelyn was a devoted wife and mother who enjoyed making a home for...
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Nancy Norris Ward
May 1, 1934 - December 4, 2012
Nancy Norris Ward age 78 of Waynesville went to be with her Lord on December 4, 2012 at home, surrounded by her loving family after losing her battle with cancer. A native of Haywood County she was the daughter of the late James Elmer and Caddie Webb Norris. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Claude C. Ward; two brothers and one sister. She attended Mission...
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Beulah Stokley Ingram
May 2, 1922 - December 3, 2012
Beulah Stokley Ingram
"Beloved Friend"
Beulah Stokley Ingram, 90 of Waynesville, NC passed away Monday, December 03, 2012 at the Haywood Lodge and Retirement Center. She was born in Cocke County, TN on May 2, 1922 to the late Royal and Margaret Self Stokley. She was a member of the Woodland Baptist Church and faithfully served with the children's ministry. She was a very accomplished...
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Mary N Franks
August 12, 1926 - November 30, 2012
"Beloved Wife"
Mary N. Franks, wife of David Franks, Born August 12, 1926. She was the daughter of the late Nathan and Laura Norris. Born into the kingdom of God September 7, 1937 and departed this life November 30, 2012.
Leaving behind her husband David, sister Audrey Breedlove, and several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends, destination - the Holy City, the home of God, the city itself ...
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Billie Bradley Rich
October 6, 1930 - November 30, 2012
"Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Great-grandmother"
Maggie Valley-Billie Bradley Rich, 82 of Maggie Valley passed away on November 30, 2012, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 6, 1930, in Haywood County to the late Ray and Gladys Lowe Bradley. Billie enjoyed sewing, gardening, canning, making baskets, and was a member of the Quilters Guild. Most of all she enjoyed...
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Lois Freeman
November 28, 1926 - November 27, 2012
Lois Hooper Freeman
"Beloved Mother"
Lois Hooper Freeman, 85, Waynesville, passed away Tuesday, November 27, 2012. She was born in Sylva, NC on November 28, 1926 to the late Dillard and Annie Moore Hooper.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, David and son, Richard.
Survivors include, a daughter, Debra Freeman, son, Marvin Lee Freeman, many grandchildren,...
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Thomas Hicks "Pete" Massie
October 15, 1928 - November 24, 2012
Mr. Thomas Hicks "Pete" Massie age 84 of Waynesville, died November 24, 2012 at The Homestead. He was born in Haywood County to the late Bea Massie and Callie Bradley Massie. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Mildred Massie and ten brothers and sisters. Mr. Massie worked as a greens keeper at a golf course, and later owned and operated Pete's Produce in Hazelwood....
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Thomas W. Gunter
July 25, 1935 - November 22, 2012
Mr. Thomas W. Gunter age 77 of Waynesville died November 22, 2012 at his home. He was born in Jackson County to the late Frank Houston Gunter and Dellie Wykle Gunter. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife Barbara Cagle Gunter; an infant daughter Kimberly Gunter; brothers Doyle and Joe; and sisters Ruby Conner, Lavon and her husband Clifford Stiles; and sister in...
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Charles Edward Fowler
August 19, 1930 - November 15, 2012
Charles Edward Fowler
Beloved Husband, Father & Grandfather
Charles Edward Fowler, 82, of Waynesville, passed away Thursday, November 15, 2012 at The Homestead of Clyde. He was born in East Flat Rock, NC on August 19, 1930 to the late George Wilford and Gladys Vera Condrey Fowler. Charles was a produce manager for 25 years at Winn Dixie and for the last 10 years until his retirement, he was...
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Rozelle M. Horne
September 2, 1923 - November 11, 2012
Mrs. Rozelle M. Horne age 89 of Waynesville, passed away November 11, 2012. She was born in Moultrie Georgia to the late Tom and Callie Worley Mercer. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband William E. Horne; two sisters and one brother. Survivors include her son Jesse Horne and his wife Mary of Clear Spring MD; daughters Hilda Wakefield and her husband Michael of...
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Glen Horace Messer
April 24, 1938 - November 4, 2012
Mr. Glen Horace Messer age 74 of Bethel, passed away November 4, 2012. He was born in Madison County to the late Thomas Jackson and Novie Brown Messer. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by a brother Thomas Brown. Survivors include his brothers LG Messer of Hickory, Handy Albert Messer of CA; sister Magnolia "Maggie" Anderson of Hot Springs; several nieces and nephews and special...
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Judy Gail Guice Palmer
July 25, 1961 - November 2, 2012
Mrs. Judy Gail Guice Palmer age 51, of Clyde passed away November 2, 2012. She was born in Henderson County to Myrtle Gragg Guice and the late Roy B. Guice. She was a loving wife, mother and sister who loved conversation and people in general. Judy was an animal lover and treasured her dog "Bear" who predeceased her. She was also preceded in death by her husband Charles Judson Palmer Jr. and a...
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Charles Judson Palmer, Jr.
January 28, 1964 - November 2, 2012
Mr. Charles Judson Palmer Jr. age 48, of Clyde passed away November 2, 2012. He was born in Ft. Worth Texas to Hilda Grey Hudson Palmer and the late Charles Judson Palmer Sr. He was a hard working and well respected Maintenance Supervisor for the Town of Clyde where he had worked for sixteen years, and enjoyed time outside fishing and camping. Mr. Palmer was a descendant of the Turkey George...
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Frederick Walter Holmes, Jr.
June 16, 1954 - November 1, 2012
"Jokester"
Canton-Frederick Walter Holmes, Jr., 58 passed away unexpectedly on November 1, 2012, at his residence. He was born on June 16, 1954, to Frederick Sr. and Jean Grandin Holmes. Frederick enjoyed gardening, Star Trek, fishing, golfing, watching movies, walking in the woods, and hanging out with the dogs, (Gracie and Buster). He had a big heart and had an ambition to be a forest ranger...
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Wayne Charles Garrett
March 24, 1924 - October 31, 2012
"Beloved Husband, Father"
Waynesville-Wayne Charles Garrett 88 of Waynesville, went to be with The Lord, Wednesday, October 31, 2012, after an extend illness. He was born March 24, 1924 to the late James Blaine and Leacil McElroy Garrett and was a lifelong Haywood County resident.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Dorothy Brock Garrett; three children, Audrey (B.T.) Greene of Sylva,...
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Virginia Fritz Gebhart
May 26, 1917 - October 31, 2012
Mrs. Virginia Fritz Gebhart age 95, passed away peacefully at the Maggie Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center after a period of declining health. She was the widow of Vincent Gebhart who died in 1986. Mrs. Gebhart was a native of Ft. Wayne Indiana and was a loan officer at the Clearwater Bank in Florida until 1976 when she and Vincent moved to Maggie Valley. She was active in the Maggie...
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Getter "Clyde" Davis
July 16, 1931 - October 30, 2012
"Honor and Dignity"
Bethel-Getter Clyde Davis 81, of the Bethel Community, passed away on Tuesday, October 30, 2012, at the John F. Keever Solace Center in Asheville. He was born in Madison County to the late Getter and Stella Robinson Davis on July 16, 1931. Clyde loved children, birddogs, hunting and the mountains. He was a Korean War veteran having been awarded the Bronze Star, two Purple...
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Margaret Troutman Bradley
April 17, 1920 - October 30, 2012
"Nanny Brad"
Maggie Valley-Margaret Troutman Bradley, 92, of Maggie Valley passed away on Tuesday, October 30, 2012, at The Homestead. She was born on April 17, 1920, to the late Ivy and Annie Arrington Troutman. Margaret enjoyed reading, working puzzles, cooking, working crossword puzzles, and angels. She was a Southern Baptist who loved church and the Lord. Margaret was a member of Maggie...
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Jack M Black
October 28, 2012
ALL AROUND GOOD MAN
Mr. Jack M. Black age 80 of Waynesville passed away October 28, 2012 at his home. He was born in Pittsburgh PA to the late Joseph M. and Elsie McKinney Black. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother Joseph Edward Black and a sister Laverne Black Ruben. Mr. Black proudly served our country in the Air Force and retired after thirty-five years of...
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Doris Ann Chambers
February 22, 1936 - October 27, 2012
Ms. Doris Ann Chambers age 76 of Clyde passed away October 27, 2012 at Mission Hospital. She was born in Haywood County to the late Hugh John and Edna Messer Rathbone. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers Jimmy, J.B., and Howell; an infant sister Eva; and sister Geraldine. Survivors include her two sisters Edith Russell of Clyde, Ruth Lynch and her husband Bill of...
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Carlotta O. Simpson
November 8, 1942 - October 26, 2012
Ms. Carlotta O. Simpson age 69 of Whittier NC formerly of Key Biscayne FL, passed away on October 26, 2012 after fighting a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was born in Chattanooga TN to the late Carl William and Ocoee Eugenia Sigmon Simpson. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother Gregory Lane Simpson. Survivors include her sisters Janet Hart and her...
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Helen Jean Knight
August 24, 1935 - October 25, 2012
Ms. Helen Jean Knight age 77 of Hazelwood passed away October 25, 2012. She was born in Haywood County to the late Oscar and Julia Allen Knight and was their last surviving child. She was also preceded in death by sisters, Katherine Fields, Anna Mildred Saunders, Hilda Eloise Byrd, Betty Sue Carolyn Cope, Nancy Marilyn Messer Mullinax, Maxine Allyn Caylor, Tulon L. Knight; and a brother Samuel...
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Frank Jackson Bradley, Jr.
January 7, 1936 - October 21, 2012
Mr. Frank Jackson Bradley Jr. age 76 of Maggie Valley passed away on Sunday October 21, 2012 at Aston Park Health Care in Asheville. He was born in Haywood County to the late Frank Jackson Sr. "Ray" and Gladys Lowe Bradley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter Gail Bradley Reece; brothers Richard, Odell "Bud", Tom and Kenneth. Mr. Bradley served in the US Army,...
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Karen Lentz
December 30, 1949 - October 19, 2012
"Loving Wife"
Waynesville-Karen Lentz 62, passed away on October 19, 2012, at Autumn Care of Waynesville. She was born in Port Washington, WS, on December 30, 1949 to the late Melvin and Willodena Phillips Kowalke. Karen enjoyed quilting, cross stitching, hiking, walking, music and dancing. She pretty much enjoyed life in general. One of her favorite expressions was "do whatever it takes" and...
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Jearleen Trantham Adams
June 4, 1937 - October 18, 2012
Mrs. Jearleen Trantham Adams age 75 of Lake Junaluska, died October 18, 2012 at her daughter's home in Shelby. She was born in Haywood County to the late Glenn Trantham and Lenora Stokely Trantham. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Rufus Alfred Adams. Survivors include her sons Terry Lee Adams of Sylva, Stephen Carroll Adams of Lake Junaluska, Samuel Keith Adams...
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Jack "Jacky Boy" Houston
June 26, 1931 - October 17, 2012
"Jacky Boy"
Jack Raybon Houston, born June 26, 1931, passed away after a lengthy illness on October 17, 2012. This wonderful husband and father is survived by his loving wife Nancy of 52 years; children Tracy (Amy McEntire), Kelley and Leigh; and grandchildren Emma, Cari, Jack, Cooper and Hudson; and family friend Bryon Rich.
Jacky Boy graduated in 1955 from Mississippi State...
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Cass "Bub" McGaha, Jr.
December 6, 1949 - October 15, 2012
Loving father, grandfather, and brother
Canton-Cass McGaha, Jr., 62 of Canton passed away on October 15, 2012. He was born in Haywood County on December 6, 1949.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Cass McGaha Sr. and Gladys Ledford McGaha.
Cass is survived by his special friend, Donna M. Guffey the mother of his child, Jennifer McGaha; Bonnie Tipton, the mother of Cass McGaha, III, ...
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Thomas "Jack" Gaddy
December 20, 1936 - October 15, 2012
Thomas "Jack" Gaddy
1936 – 2012
Thomas "Jack" Gaddy, 75 of Waynesville, passed away Monday, October 15, 2012 at Medwest Haywood Hospital. He was born December 20, 1936 to the late George Jackson and Anna Mae Clark Gaddy. He was a member of Elizabeth Chapel United Methodist Church.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his two brothers, Hugh Love Gaddy and Gerald Gaddy and...
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Kenneth Bradley
July 22, 1938 - October 15, 2012
Kenneth Edward Bradley
1938 – 2012
Kenneth Bradley, 74, of Maggie Valley, passed away Monday, October 15, 2012 at Medwest Haywood Hospital. He was born in Haywood County on July 22, 1938 to the late Ray and Glady's Lowe Bradley. He served in the US Navy. He retired following 35 years of service at Dayco Industries.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by, three brothers, Bud...
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Lucille Thorpe Phillips
August 29, 1928 - October 13, 2012
Mrs. Lucille Edith Thorpe Phillips age 84 of Waynesville went to be with her Lord on Saturday October 13, 2012. She was the daughter of the late Lela and Andy Thorpe. She was also preceded in death by her husband Bill Phillips; two infant children; brothers Hubert "Red" Barker, James Thorpe; and a sister Viola Thorpe Deitz. A native of Sylva, she was retired from Wellco, enjoyed gardening,...
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Robert Paul "Robbie" Sherrill
September 23, 1959 - October 11, 2012
Mr. Robert Paul "Robbie" Sherrill age 53 of Waynesville passed away October 11, 2012. He was born in Haywood County to the late Paul Sherrill and Gail McClure Sutton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son David Paul Sherrill. Survivors include his brother Tony and his wife Jacque of Crabtree; a half brother Charlie Sutton of CA; a half sister Connie Parfitt of SC; several...
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Jamie Douglas Rich
March 12, 1968 - October 7, 2012
Jamie Douglas Rich
"Loved by all"
Jamie Douglas Rich, 44, of Maggie Valley went to be with the Lord Sunday, October 7, 2012. He was born in Haywood County on March 12, 1968. He was a graduate of Tuscola High School and Haywood Community College. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing and hunting. He was a machinist for 22 years with various companies. He was a member of the First Baptist...
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Robert "Bob" Thornton
June 30, 1931 - October 6, 2012
"Loving Husband, Father"
Waynesville-Mr. Robert "Bob" D. Thornton, 81, passed away Saturday, October 6, surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born to the late Ira and Moina Crawford Thornton in Orange City, Florida.
Bob retired from BWIA after 25years, and spent his retirement touring the country by motor home with his wife. He enjoyed living in the mountains, and playing his music;...
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Mable Lowe Garner
June 4, 1942 - October 1, 2012
Mable Lowe Garner
Local Gardener & Farmer
Mable Lowe Garner, age70, of Fines Creek, passed away Monday, October 1, 2012 at Mission Hospital. She was born June 4, 1942 in Haywood County to the late Bill and Mary Lou Lowe. She retired from the Haywood County Extension Office. She enjoyed many days sitting on her front porch tending to her garden and her flowers.
Survivors include her daughter...
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