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Michael Lee Bailey
Sep 6, 2026
Michael Lee Bailey, 61, of Whittier, passed away at his residence on Sunday, September 6, 2026.
He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to Sally Brown Gilliam and the late David Bailey. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his step-father, Robert Gilliam, who raised him from the time he was three years old.
Michael had resided here in...
Ruth Hall Ashe
Sep 2, 2026
Ruth Hall Ashe, 95, of Sylva NC passed away on September 2, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Ashe; daughter, Brenda Poole; brother, William Hampton Hall; and sister, Carol Ann Calhoun.
Ruth and Ray resided in Burlington NC during their working years and returned to Sylva upon retirement. They enjoyed many years in their mountain retreat in the...
Gladys Sutton Cabe
Sep 6, 2026
Gladys Mae Sutton Cabe, of Sylva, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2026, at the age of 98.
Born on April 23, 1928, her life was marked by a deep and unwavering faith in her Lord. Gladys was baptized on November 29, 1939, and remained a loyal and faithful servant of God and of her church, Wesleyanna Methodist Church,...
Robert Vernon Henry
Sep 5, 2026
Robert Vernon Henry, 81, of Sylva, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at his residence.
A native of Jackson County, he was a son of the late Guy Patrick and Grace Duncan Henry. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Cindy Moore; a grandson, Nathan Ashe; and his siblings, Colene, Irene, Virginia, Ruth, Devue,...
Donald Hugh Kemper
Sep 2, 2026
Don proudly served his country as a Sergeant in the United States Air Force. The values he carried from his military service were reflected throughout his life, especially in the way he cared for and supported the people around him.
Don had a wonderful sense of humor and truly loved to laugh. He understood the joy found in a good joke,...
Kenneth Edward Cope
Sep 5, 2026
Kenneth “Kenny” Edward Cope, 67, of Sylva, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 5th, 2026.
Kenny leaves behind the love of his life, Brenda Ammons Cope. Along with Many other extended family, friends, and his New Hope Baptist Church family that loved Kenny dearly.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday September 8th, 2026, at Appalachian Funeral Services...
Coleen Vivian Buchanan
Sep 3, 2026
Coleen Vivian Buchanan passed away on September 3, 2026, at Skyland Care Center. She was born in Swain County North Carolina on August 25, 1951 to the late Elmer Buchanan and Ruby Stevenson Buchanan.
Coleen will be remembered for the quiet beauty of the life she loved. She cherished living simply in Bryson City and found joy in the things that...
Katie Pannell Deitz
Aug 31, 2026
Katie Pannell Deitz, 95, of Sylva, passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026.
She was born on December 26, 1930, in Jackson County to the late Ervin and Bertie Green Pannell.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by the father of her children, Clayton Deitz; son, Boyce Deitz; grandchildren, Kelly Deitz Stuckey and infant, Damien Watson; along with...
Ginger Cabe Seay
Aug 27, 2026
Ginger Cabe Seay, 73, of Sylva, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Ginger was born on December 26, 1952, to the late Clyde and Callie Cabe. She grew up in the Pumpkintown community, where she made lifelong memories and began a life that would be defined by family, love, and devotion to those around her.
She is survived by the...
Kristi K. Hermes
Aug 28, 2026
Kristi K. Hermes, 63 of Sylva, passed away on Friday, August 28, 2026. She was born on August 22, 1963, in Jackson County to the late Dewey and Pat Kirkpatrick. Kristi enjoyed cross stitching, drawing, and spending time with family.
Kristi is survived by her brother, Monty Kirkpatrick (Becky); sister, Debbie Styles. Several nieces, nephews, special friends and family also survive.
In...
Richard Allen Ginn
Aug 23, 2026
Richard Allen Ginn, one of the sweetest, kindest men you could ever meet, passed away after a brief illness on Sunday night, August 23, 2026. Richard bravely battled health issues over the last six months, and he is now at peace.
Richard lived a life defined by faith, music, and devoted service to his community. He was a lifelong member of...
Cynthia Brooks
Aug 20, 2026
Cynthia Anne McClure Brooks, 66 of Whittier died Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Angel Medical center in Franklin.
Cindy was born in Asheville on May 24, 1960, to the late Charlie and Betty McClure where she grew up in the Addie community. She is survived by the love of her life Michael Brooks of their home in the Barkers Creek community,...
Jeane Curts Moody
Aug 19, 2026
Jeane Curts Moody, 90, of Sylva, North Carolina, passed away on August 18, 2026. She was born on March 8, 1936, in Cardington, Ohio, to the late Homer W. Curts and Edith Morton Curts.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Richard Curts and Robert Curts, and her sister, Barbara Curts Bowman. She is survived...
Virgie Jones Bishop
Aug 18, 2026
Virgie Jones Bishop, 94, passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2026. She was born October 16, 1931, in Jackson County to the late Norman and Georgia Creasman Jones.
Virgie loved reading, needlepoint, playing cards, and bingo, her goal was always to win. Virgie was an exceptional lady who always had a smile for everyone, was kind, generous and caring. Several of nieces...
Adam Bryant Nicholson
Jul 26, 2026
Adam Bryant Nicholson, 57 of Sylva, North Carolina suddenly passed from this life on July 26, 2026 at his residence. He was born August 15, 1968 in Festus, Missouri to Russell Wayne Nicholson, Sr. and Janet I Watkins Nicholson. Known by many simply as the “Gentle Giant”, He was a beloved husband, son, father, step-father, grandfather, navy veteran, and registered...
Deborah Lynn Bennett
Aug 16, 2026
Deborah Lynn Bennett, 71, of Sylva, NC, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 16, 2026.
Debbie Was born in Hamilton Ohio on April 3, 1955, to the late John Joseph Hammerly Jr. and Naomi Louise Ratliff.
She is survived by her husband of 53 years Charles Albert Bennett; her two daughters, Teresa Bennett and Julie Bennett (Rosalio); five grandchildren...
Dr. Robert "Bob" Thomas Berry
Aug 13, 2026
Dr. Robert “Bob” Thomas Berry, 86, passed away August 13, 2026, in Webster, North Carolina. Born November 17, 1939, in Newark, New Jersey, Bob was a U.S. Navy veteran who had a distinguished career in emergency management and education. He served 17 years with Nevada’s Division of Emergency Management and 15 years as an Associate Professor at Western Carolina University.
Bob...
Verlin Leo and DarryLee Holland Bryson
Jul 24, 2026
Verlin Leo Bryson and Darry Lee Bryson of Cullowhee are now rejoicing in their heavenly home. Born June 12, 1935, Daddy left us on July 24, 2026, two days before his wedding anniversary. He only had a week to wait before he was reunited with his bride of 71 years, DarryLee Holland. Born April 21, or April 22, 1936 (depending...
Jo Ann Queen Mathis
Aug 10, 2026
Jo Ann Queen Mathis, 72 of Cullowhee, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2026.
Jo Ann found great joy in growing flowers, traveling and cooking, but she treasured nothing more than time spent with her family. She devoted much of her time to enjoying the company of those she loved, especially her grandchildren, who held a very special place in her...
Linwood Newsome
Aug 7, 2026
Linwood Lee Newsome, 80, of Sylva, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on August 7th, 2026, surrounded by his family in the comfort of his home.
Born on August 16, 1945, in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, Linwood was the son of Frank and Geraldine Newsome. Linwood served his country with honor in the United States Air Force as a sergeant for 4...
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