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Melissa Melaney Hardin
Sep 16, 2024
Melissa Ann Hardin, born January 26, 1972, in Springfield, Massachusetts, passed away suddenly, leaving a legacy of love, warmth, and cherished memories. Her presence touched the lives of many, and her kindness and generosity were felt by all who knew her. In both her personal and professional life, Melissa’s passion for connecting with others was evident. As the former owner...
Billy Ray Stewart
Sep 17, 2024
Billy R. Stewart, 91, of Tuckasegee, NC, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was reunited with his parents Robert and Edith Stewart, brother Robert Stewart, Jr., sister-in-law Aline Stewart, nephew Robert Dean Stewart, and sister Viola Keaton.
He was born in Oklahoma. Bill was veteran of the US Army and served...
Edgar Burton "Bud" Shope
Sep 15, 2024
Edgar Burton "Bud" Shope, 82, of Franklin, NC, passed away September 15, 2024. He was born June 5, 1942, in Macon County, NC to the late Jess Edgar and Hattie Lorena Slagle Shope.
Bud was a friend to all and most important he loved all people; he was a historian and loved family history. He loved to eat at the Normandie...
Faye Jacobs Deitz
Sep 16, 2024
Faye Jacobs Deitz, 75, of Sylva, NC, was called to her Heavenly Home on Monday, September 16th, 2024. She was reunited with her parents Mans and Ann Jacobs, sisters Ruth Jones and Phyllis Watson, infant brother Roger Jacobs and sister-in-law Shelbia Jacobs.
Faye was a proud graduate of the Sylva-Webster Class of 1967; she met wonderful lifelong friends who provided Faye...
Frances Roberta Stacy
Sep 13, 2024
Frances Roberta Stacy, beloved wife of Carl Dewayne Stacy of 45 years, passed away on September 13, 2024. Born on November 15, 1949, she was a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend.
Frances is survived by her daughter, Jessica Betty, and her Special son, Ari Betty. She was the proud grandmother of Elijah Smoker, Carolyn Betty and her boyfriend, Nick,...
Donna Wilson
Sep 6, 2024
Donna Faye Caldwell Wilson, age 83, of Sylva, NC, passed away on Friday, September 6th, 2024. She was born on Saturday, October 19th, 1940, in The Dalles, OR. Donna is survived by her son, Jeff Wilson (Jessie); daughter, Lisa Carley; son-in-law, Al Carley; grandchildren, Logan Carley, Christopher Wilson, Ashley Wilson.
Donna was known for her love of flowers, her beautiful home...
Kenneth Anderson Setzer
Sep 8, 2024
Kenneth Anderson Setzer, 77 of Franklin, NC, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, September 8, 2024.
He was born in Haywood County, NC September 2, 1947, to the late Willard Rufus and Zenia Mae Setzer.
After graduating from Sylva-Webster High School in Sylva, NC, Ken was drafted into the U.S. Army on July 7, 1969, serving in the Vietnam War as Private Second Class...
Charlie Waco Childers
Sep 11, 2024
Charlie Waco Childers went to be with our Lord and Savior at the age of 87 on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. He was born April 30, 1937 in the Pine Creek Community of Jackson County North Carolina. He was one of twelve children born to the late Van and Ernie Stewart Childers.
Charlie was married to Christine Coggins Childers for 66...
Patricia S. Jones
Sep 8, 2024
Patricia S. Jones (April 4, 1945 - September 8, 2024)
On Sunday, September 8, Patricia S. Jones passed away peacefully in her sleep at home. Known as Patti to her many friends in Sylva and elsewhere, she was a bright light to anyone who met her.
Patti grew up in Savannah, Georgia and attended Georgia Southern University where it's rumored she majored...
Linda Jones Tinsley
Sep 6, 2024
Linda Jones Tinsley October 14, 1949 - September 6, 2024
Linda Jones Tinsley passed away peacefully at 6 AM on September 6th, 2024. She is survived by and will be greatly missed by her son Jason Pope and his wife Tracy, daughter Crissy Pope, granddaughter Rachel Pletcher, and grandson Eric Sobecki. Siblings Bragg Jones and his wife Kathy, Kathy Mathis, June...
Phyllis Elaine Hall Byers
Sep 4, 2024
Phyllis Elaine Hall Byers, 80, of Webster, North Carolina, was promoted to Heaven on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. She was reunited in Heaven with her beloved parents Herman and Blanche Hall and brother Christopher Hall.
Phyllis was a brilliant individual; she was proud of her work with kindergarten students, as an x-ray technician, and as an entrepreneur. Above all else she...
Wendell Garvin Vann
Sep 1, 2024
Wendell G. Vann
Franklin - Wendell Garvin Vann, 73, passed away at Eckerd Living Center after a brief illness.
Wendell was born in Trenton, Georgia and was a son of the late William Wendell and Lois Sims Vann. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Kathy Sue Evett Vann, who died in 2019;...
Joseph Fredrick Cowen
Aug 27, 2024
Joseph Fredrick Cowen was born October 5, 1931 and passed away quietly, surrounded by his wife, children and a grandchild at home in Cashiers, North Carolina, on August 27, 2024. Born in Quincy, Florida, Joe grew up as the seventh of eight children on his family’s farm in Flat Creek, Florida.
He was preceded in death by his six older siblings,...
Roger Gene Ward
Aug 30, 2024
Roger Gene Ward, 78, of Asheville, NC, was reunited in Heaven with his parents, Robert and Lessie Ward, on Friday, August 30, 2024.
Roger loved animals; he spent years caring for horses and cows on the farm he and his brother Larry owned together. Over the years, Roger had different canine companions whom he loved dearly. Roger was known for never...
Wilma Dills Farmer
Aug 29, 2024
Wilma Dills Farmer, born on November 2, 1945, in Jackson County, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2024. A cherished member of her family and community, Wilma's life was a tapestry woven with love, devotion, and a passion for the beauty of nature.
Known for her green thumb, Wilma found great joy in gardening, nurturing and plants that brought life to...
Rosa Delia Bloom
Aug 19, 2024
Rosa Bloom passed away peacefully on August 19, 2024. Born on October 30, 1947, to Gerardo Acosta and Refugio Ramos, Rosa brought laughter and joy to all who knew her.
Rosa was a loving mother to her three children, Rosa Delia Gunnels (Robin), Roxanna Yvonne Manzanedo (Arturo), and Patricia Ann Silva (Abel), who were her pride and joy. She also adored...
Helen Janice Bradley
Aug 18, 2024
Helen Janice Bradley, born on July 30, 1939, in Jackson County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on August 18 2024. She was a devoted member of her community and family, remembered for her warm spirit and love for those around her.
Helen dedicated 47 years of her professional life to Western Carolina University, where she touched the lives of...
Robert Henry Donaldson Jr.
Aug 16, 2024
Robert Henry Donaldson Jr. passed away peacefully at his home on August 16, 2024, at the age of 77. Born on August 6, 1947, in Clayton, Georgia, he was the son of Robert Henry Donaldson Sr. and Mildred Alexander Donaldson, who preceded him in death.
For over 50 years, Robert dedicated his life to the roofing industry as the owner of...
Cathy Brooks Moore
Aug 18, 2024
Cathy Moore
Sylva - Cathy Brooks Moore, 61, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at her residence.
Cathy was a life long resident of Jackson County and a daughter of the late Burnette and Carolyn Brooks Green. Cathy was a graduate of Sylva Webster High School and she received her bachelor's degree in accounting from Western Carolina University. She loved cooking,...
Terry Lee Kinnear
Aug 10, 2024
Terry Lee Kinnear, 77, of Cullowhee, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 10, 2024. The eldest of three brothers, Terry was born on February 17, 1947, to the late Doris May Cornell and Robert Edward Kinnear of Cleveland, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his middle brother, Robert Alan Kinnear. Terry is survived by his...
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