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Roger McRae Bigham
Feb 20, 2025
Roger McRae Bigham died February 20, 2025 at his home in Sylva, NC. He was born in Charlotte, N.C. August 21, 1959, son of Helen Carr Bigham and Richard Franklin Bigham. His formative years were spent in the Steele Creek area of Mecklenburg County. Roger was a graduate of Olympic High School, Class of 1977. For most of his career,...
Rev. Roger Stewman
Feb 23, 2025
Roger Dale Stewman, 74, of Sylva, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, February 23, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and unwavering faith in God that will forever inspire his family, friends, and community.
Born in Jackson County, NC, he was the son of the late Harley Roosevelt and Arley Inez Stewman. Roger's 55-year ministry was a shining...
Betty Jean Ashe
Feb 23, 2025
Betty Jean Brown Ashe, 89 of Little Savannah Rd. in Sylva, NC was promoted to heaven on February 23, 2025. She was born on April 16, 1935 in Jackson County, NC to the late Thad and Betty Brown. She was an active member of New Hope Baptist Church until her health declined, at which time she became a resident of...
Russell Tapley Salter
Feb 18, 2025
Russell Tapley Salter’s faith was made sight on February 18, 2025.
Russell, 56, of Dillsboro, was born on May 18, 1968, to the late Jim and Mary Salter in Brevard, NC. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Charles Salter. Russell worked for Phillips and Jordan Inc. for the last 9 years. He was an...
Christine Shook Turpin
Feb 21, 2025
Christine Shook Turpin, 94 of Sylva, passed away Friday, February 21, 2025. She was born on January 14, 1931, in Jackson County, NC to the late Nicholas and Dora Denton Shook. Christine was a member of Greens Creek Baptist Church.
Christine is survived by her children, Phillip Turpin, Wanda Anders (Michael), John Turpin (Kay), Rachel Frizzell (Pete), Walter Turpin, and Gene...
Peter M. Namotka Jr.
Feb 19, 2025
John 3:16
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
Peter Namotka, 98, gained his angel wings on February 19, 2025, in his home in Dillsboro surrounded by loved ones. Peter was born in Duryea, PA on February 24, 1926, to Peter Namotka and Elizabeth...
Reginald Enloe Moody Sr.
Feb 17, 2025
Reginald “Reg” Enloe Moody, Sr., 89, passed away Monday, February 17, 2025, at Mission Hospital after a period of extended illnesses.
Born in 1935 at CJ Harris Hospital in Jackson County, Reg is the son of the late E.H. Bill and Mary Enloe Moody of Swain County. Being raised in Swain County, he was a 1954 graduate of Swain County High...
Ruth Buchanan
Feb 13, 2025
Ruth Evelyn Buchanan, 86, passed away February 13 in Sylva, NC. Ruth was a lifelong resident of Webster and enjoyed helping others in her career with the Sylva-Webster school system.
Ruth was well loved by her friends and family and is survived by her sister Grace Dettmar, brother William Buchanan, and numerous nieces and nephews. She is pre-deceased by her parents...
Brett Wayne Bonner
Feb 16, 2025
Brett Wayne Bonner, 42, of Cullowhee, NC, passed away on February 16, 2025 after a long and courageous battle with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Brett was born in Aurora, CO on July 27, 1982 to Robin Wayne Bonner and Lesa Jene Lewis.
After graduating from Red Bluff High School, Brett worked for California Fish and Wildlife, where he performed salmon studies and,...
Carol (Dave) Frady
Feb 15, 2025
Carol "Dave" Frady
Sylva - Carol "Dave" Frady, 79 passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at the Charles George VA Medical Center.
A native of Jackson County, he was a son of the late Albert Jr. and Bonnie Biddix Frady. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Earl Frady; one sister, Mildred Conner; one son,...
Bruce Edward Coggins
Jan 31, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bruce Edward Coggins of Sylva, NC at the age of 68 on Friday, January 31, 2025.
In honor of Bruce's wishes, there will be no further services or announcements.
The family would like to thank everyone for their care, thoughts, and prayers during this difficult time.
Crawford / Ray Funeral Home and...
Irene M. Kessler
Feb 8, 2025
Irene M. Kessler (nee Brereton), age 87, beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, went to heaven on a sunny, mild, Saturday morning, February 8, 2025, in the smokey mountain home she shared with her daughter, Eileen F. Kessler.
Irene M. Kessler was born September 1937 in Brooklyn, New York, to Jane and Peter Brereton, who had immigrated to the United States...
William Robert (Bob) Henson
Feb 12, 2025
William Robert (Bob) Henson, of Asheville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Mary Lou Jacobs Henson. He was the son of the late Deelus and Bertha Henson.
Bob retired as part-owner of Circle Eight Foods and a veteran of the United States Navy and Army National Guard. He was...
Dorothy Anne Potts
Feb 12, 2025
Dorothy Anne Bryson Potts, born on May 2,1943 to Bedford and Irene Bryson, passed away from a long battle with dementia on Wednesday, February 12,2025. A visitation will be held at Appalachian Funeral Services on Sunday, February 16, 2025 from 1pm-2pm with a memorial service to follow at 2pm.
Dorothy married Jay Lee Potts on February 15, 1967 and was a...
Amber Chantel Lutz
Feb 6, 2025
Amber Chantel Lutz of Sylva, North Carolina, passed away on February 6, 2025.
Amber was a vibrant and infectious spirit, known for her smile that could light up any room. She had a deep love for the mountains and enjoyed hiking, paddling, fishing, and all things Pittsburgh. Amber never met a stranger. She was kind to everyone she encountered and loved...
Mary Darcus Barnes
Feb 10, 2025
Mary Darcus Hensley Barnes, 82, died on February 10th, 2025.
Born in Jackson County, NC, Mary was one of nine children of Clyde and Mabel Martin Hensley. She was Valedictorian from the last graduating class of Webster High School. Passionate about health and wellness, she was Executive Secretary to Dr. Guy Karcher and Dr. Georgia Newsom. She was a devoted and...
Ann Houghton
Feb 2, 2025
Ann Elizabeth Houghton, 73, died on February 2, 2025, while hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Ann was born in Dunedin, Florida, April 25, 1951, the first daughter of Alan Fisher Houghton and Edith Claire Smith Houghton. She was educated in the Dunedin public schools, and graduated from the University of South Florida with a B.A. in education...
Doris Theresa Painter
Feb 8, 2025
It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Doris Theresa Painter, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Doris went on to be with our Lord, on Saturday, February 8, 2025, after a period of declining health.
Doris enjoyed the challenges of a good puzzle and loved singing as she adored the company of her family who she...
Byron Frank Custer
Feb 6, 2025
Byron F. Custer of Bryson City and Ocala, Florida, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Thursday, February 6th, 2025, while he was at a care facility in Lenoir, North Carolina.
Byron Custer had his residence in Bryson City, N.C., for some years now, and sometimes spent his winters in sunny Florida. He was born in Akron, Ohio in 1951, to the...
Berlen Hoxit
Feb 7, 2025
Berlen Hoxit, 84 of Tuckasegee, went home to be with The Lord Friday, February 7, 2025, after declining in health. He was a native and lifelong resident of Charleys Creek. Berlen was born on August 3, 1940, he was a known local Christmas Tree Farmer who loved his family more than anything.
Berlen is preceded in death by his beloved wife,...
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