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Elizabeth Ann Chester

Elizabeth Ann Chester

Mar 27, 2024

Elizabeth "Lib" Chester, 95, of Cullowhee, passed away early Wednesday morning March 27, 2024A native of Jackson County, she was the daughter of the late Hudson and Lola Nicholson.She enjoyed life to the fullest, but her greatest joy in life was getting to spend time with her family. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her...

Joseph Ronald Condroski

Joseph Ronald Condroski

Mar 25, 2024

Joseph Ronald Condroski, 79, of Tuckasegee, passed away Monday evening March 25, 2024A native of Marquette, Michigan, he was the son of the late Frank and Rose Ellen Condroski.A U.S.Army Veteran, Joseph was awarded 2 Purple Hearts during the Viet Nam conflict. He enjoyed fishing, even had his own fishing boat, hunting, spending time with his family, going to the beach...

Robert Joe Cunningham

Robert Joe Cunningham

Mar 25, 2024

Robert “Bob” Cunningham

Robert “Bob” Cunningham, a native and lifelong resident of Sylva, Passed away peacefully with his family by his side. He was born August 27th, 1940.

He is preceded in death by his father, Weaver Cunningham. His Mother, Bonnie Cunningham. His three Brothers: Tom Cunningham, Jim Cunningham and Mike Cunningham.  And his sisters: Linda Nyder, Mary Sue Gulino and Shirly...

James Michael Hamilton

James Michael Hamilton

Mar 24, 2024

James Michael Hamilton, age 51 of Sylva NC, passed away on Sunday March 24, 2024.   He was born in Savannah, GA, to Teri Hamilton of Sylva, and Bert Parramore of Young Harris, GA.Jamey worked for UPS for 22 years, after which he moved to Montana to be near Harley, where he gained skills in intricate architectural woodworking.  After returning...

Gail Revis

Gail Revis

Mar 20, 2024

Mary Gail Leatherwood RevisJune 29, 1941 ~ March 20, 2024Gail passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at Harris Regional Hospital from a weary heart that was just too big.Gail was a lifelong resident of Jackson County and a daughter of the late William Harold and Sadie Deitz Leatherwood.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by...

Fred Stiles

Fred Stiles

Mar 24, 2024

Sylva - Fred Stiles, 91, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at Skyland Care Center.Fred was a native and lifelong resident of Jackson County and a son of the late Clarence and Edith Jordan Stiles.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Peggy Beasley Stiles; two sisters, Birdell Gates and...

William Bryant Russell

William Bryant Russell

Mar 20, 2024

William Bryant Russell, affectionately known as Will, was a loving, quiet, and solitary soul who touched the lives of those around him in profound ways. He entered this world in 1974 in Anderson, South Carolina, and peacefully departed from his residence on March 20, 2024. Will's essence was defined by his gentle nature and unwavering love for his family.Throughout his...

Helen Mary Cooper

Helen Mary Cooper

Mar 16, 2024

Helen Mary Cooper, 80, of Whittier, NC, passed away Saturday March 16, 2024A native of Long Beach Island, New Jersey, she spent the majority of her life in West Palm Beach, Florida and was the daughter of the late Wendell Cooper and Mary Margaret Neith. She had been a resident of Whittier for the past 4 years.She enjoyed crocheting and...

Ralph Hall Slaughter

Ralph Hall Slaughter

Mar 17, 2024

Ralph Hall Slaughter, born on January 24, 1940, in Braxton County, West Virginia, peacefully passed away at home on March 17, 2024, at the age of 84 in Cashiers, North Carolina.Ralph was a dedicated salesman throughout his life, showcasing his passion for his work in one way or another until his final days. He was the president of the Marietta...

Shannon Ray Wike

Shannon Ray Wike

Mar 10, 2024



Shannon Ray Wike, 54, of Sylva, NC, passed away on March 16, 2024, in Waynesville, NC. Shannon was born  on January 27, 1970, in Sylva, NC. Shannon was known for his love of the outdoors, particularly fishing and hunting, and had a talent for bringing laughter to those around him. He loved to pull pranks, which entertained him and others...

Gary Stephen Austin

Gary Stephen Austin

Mar 14, 2024

Gary Stephen Austin age 60 of Sylva NC, went to go be with the Lord on March 14, 2024. He was born to Flora (Queen) and Clarence Austin of Jackson County, on April 9, 1963. Gary Stephen Austin known as Steve, Big Foot or Six Mil, enjoyed playing his guitar and grilling for his loved ones. Fishing, hunting, and camping were...

William Raleigh Lillard

William Raleigh Lillard

Mar 13, 2024

William Raleigh Lillard, age 73 of Sylva NC, passed away on Wednesday March 13, 2024.   He was born on March 9, 1951, in Virginia, to the late Sherman and Mary Presson Lillard. 

Funeral Services will be private.

Charles Lee Gibson

Charles Lee Gibson

Mar 13, 2024

Charles Lee Gibson, 79, of Cullowhee, NC, passed away on Wednesday, March 13th, 2024. He was born on September 3, 1944 in Jackson County, to the late Levi and Bonnie King Gibson. Charles was the beloved husband of Arbra Mashburn Gibson and is survived by his sisters, Wilma Young (Roy) and Betty Dalton (Roy), nephew David Dalton, special Christian friend...

John Walter Fulmer

John Walter Fulmer

Mar 9, 2024

John W. Fulmer, 53, of Cullowhee, NC, completed the mission God had set before him, and peacefully passed away on Saturday March 9, 2024.  He was the first born to Joe Sidney and Barbara Curl Fulmer, in Sylva, NC, in 1970.

John graduated from Smoky Mountain High School and entered the work force.  Throughout his time of work he enjoyed relationships...

Wanda Elaine Crawford

Wanda Elaine Crawford

Mar 8, 2024

Wanda Elaine Crawford, 70, of Cullowhee, passed away Thursday March 8, 2024A native of Jackson County, she was the daughter of the late Grady and Edna Hoyle Crawford.Wanda retired from the Art Department at Western Carolina University.  She was a free spirit who enjoyed traveling, hiking and just being outdoors.In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death...

Angelina Camille Fisher

Angelina Camille Fisher

Mar 11, 2024

Angelina A. Fisher, 55 of Sylva, passed away Monday, March 11, 2024. Angelina worked as a Social worker for the Jackson County Department of Social Services.

Angelina loved life and lived life to the fullest. She never saw anything bad in anyone. Angelina loved reading about and watching true crime. So much so that while attending college she minored in Criminal...

Stanford "Stan" Schmidt

Stanford "Stan" Schmidt

Mar 7, 2024

Stanford "Stan" Schmidt, 69, completed the mission God had set before him, and peacefully passed away on March 7, 2024.Stan loved God, his wife, his family, extended family and pickleball.  Growing up in Kansas he excelled in numerous sports, his favorite being tennis and basketball.  But once he discovered pickleball, that sport dominated his life. Stan also loved biking, hiking,...

Ryan Luke Queen

Ryan Luke Queen

Mar 6, 2024

Ryan Luke Queen, 40, of Sylva, NC, passed away on March 6, 2024. He was born October 5, 1983, to Rick Queen and Pat L. Queen. He is survived by his father Rick Queen (Debbie); mother Pat L. Queen; brother Isaac Queen (Shannon); grandmother Lila Jo Queen; niece Ava Queen; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He is preceded in death...

Charles Edward Sheehan

Charles Edward Sheehan

Mar 6, 2024

Rev. Charles Edward Sheehan, 80 of Sylva, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2024. Charlie was born in Haywood County on March 6, 1944. He worked as a private security officer with Qualla Security and as a martial arts instructor. Charlie was also a graduate of Fruitland Baptist Bible College. Charlie loved life. He was always smiling. He loved cooking, growing a...

Ervin Eugene Parris

Ervin Eugene Parris

Mar 1, 2024

Gene Parris,74 of Port St. Lucie, Florida passed away on March 1st, 2024 after a long battle with Altzheimzers. He was born in Sylva, North Carolina in 1949 to Earl Parris and Rosa Sellers.He graduated from Sylva-Webster High School in 1967 and served in the US Air Force. He had a long career in the finance industry, retiring from Bank...

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