Melba Alexander
Sep 12, 2021
Asheville – Melba Jean Newton Alexander, 76, long time resident of Buncombe County, died peacefully at her home on Sunday, September 12, 2021 after an extended illness. Born in Granville County, NC, she moved to Buncombe upon her marriage to husband, Don Alexander in 1968. She was a mother, homemaker, and later a Teacher’s Assistant in Buncombe County Schools....
Nathaniel "Little Bear" Lance
Sep 11, 2021
Asheville – Nathaniel “Little Bear” Lance, 40, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 11, 2021. A native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County, he was a son of Delores Ann Clark of Marshall and the late Douglas Junior Lance. He was also preceded in death by his grandfather, Tony Clark. Nathaniel “Little Bear” was a hard worker who was...
Keith Gass
Sep 11, 2021
Asheville – Samuel Keith Gass, 60, went to be with the Lord Saturday, September 11, 2021. A lifelong resident of Buncombe County. He was the son of the late Nola Naomi Gass Hall. Keith worked as a Foreman at MSD (Metropolitan Sewage District) where he was employed for 29 years. He loved camping and the outdoors and was a...
Wade Stanley Wright
Sep 9, 2021
Arden – Wade Stanley Wright, 79, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 9, 2021, at the Charles George VA Medical Center. A native and resident of Buncombe County for most of his life, he was the son of the late Millard “Dick” Loys Wright and Athelen Sayles Wright. He was also preceded in death by his...
Fred W. Ligon, Jr
Sep 8, 2021
Leicester – Fred Wise Ligon, Jr, 90, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at the John F. Keever, Jr Solace Center. A native of Durham, he had resided in New York and California prior to moving to Buncombe County in 1990. He retired from Grumman Corporation following 41 years of service, was an avid...
Gary Myers Renegar
Sep 6, 2021
Arden – Gary Luther Myers Renegar, 64, passed away on Monday, September 6, 2021, at his residence. A native of Yadkin County, he was a son of the late Franklin Eugene Myers and wife Opal, and Ivy Renegar Davis. He was a member of Riverside Missionary Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Darlene Roberts-Myers;...
Scott Lunsford
Sep 4, 2021
Leicester – Scott Ernest Lunsford, 52, went to be with the Lord Saturday, September 4, 2021. Scott was a devoted and loving husband of 31 years, the most proud dad (her papa bear), and an amazing friend to so many in our community. Scott was a lifelong resident of Buncombe County and a 1987 graduate of Clyde A. Erwin...
Paul H. Ledford, Jr
Sep 1, 2021
Candler – Paul Herbert Ledford, Jr, 69, passed away Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at the Memorial Campus of Mission Hospitals. A lifelong resident of Buncombe County, he retired in 2007 from Meritor where he served as Facility Manager. He enjoyed woodworking, welding, playing his guitar and was a published author. First and foremost, he loved his family and was...
Sallie Anne Young
Aug 31, 2021
Sallie Anne Young, a retired Biology teacher and longtime resident of Knoxville Tennessee, died August 30, 2021 at the age of 82. Sallie is preceded in death by her father, Lowry Young, Sr; mother, Anne Lou Young; sister-in-law, M.“ Carolyn“ Young; nephew, Eric B. Young; best friend, Sandra Cottrell. Sallie was born in Asheville N.C. to Lowry R. and...
Joseph "Joe" Clement
Aug 27, 2021
Leicester – Joseph “Joe” Glen Clement, 59, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 27, 2021, at his residence. A native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County, he was a son of the late Momma and Daddy Dill. Joe was a Master Carpenter, having worked in the construction industry for himself for more than 30 years....
Kirby Mclamb
Aug 25, 2021
Asheville – Kirby Glenn McLamb, 80, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at the John F. Keever, Jr. Solace Center. A native of Benson, he had resided in Asheville since 1966. He retired in the late 90’s from the NC Department of Transportation following over 30 years of service, and was a US Air...
Rev. Darrell Mcclaren
Aug 20, 2021
Asheville – With great sadness we must say goodbye to our Beloved Pastor Darrell McClaren. He was more than our minister; he was our friend, mentor, General of the faith and an incredible husband to his wife Sandy McClaren for over 32 years. Brother Darrell was born in Oklahoma City, OK on August 4, 1947 and in 1962 moved...
Homer Pressley
Aug 18, 2021
Asheville – Homer Lee Pressley, 77, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at the Oaks at Sweeten Creek. A native of Buncombe County, he worked for many years with Alpine Heating and was a member of Bethel Baptist Church. Mr. Pressley was a son of the late William “Bill” Hamilton Pressley and Marie Margaret...
Dot Morgan Cole
Aug 17, 2021
Greenville, SC – Dot Morgan Cole, 85, of Greenville, SC, passed away Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at her home. A native of Buncombe County, Ms. Cole had resided in Greenville since 1973. She retired from Greenville County, serving as the Clerk of Court with 20 years of service. She was a member of Choice Hills Baptist Church. Ms. Cole...
Thomas "Big Tom" Turner
Aug 17, 2021
Asheville – Thomas Jerry “Big Tom” Turner, 59, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. A native of Henderson County, he had resided in Buncombe County for most of his life. He was employed with Milko for the past 3 years and was formerly employed with Daggitts Pawn Shop for over 25 years. He was...
Charlotte Cole
Aug 17, 2021
Hendersonville – Charlotte Rae Cole, 76, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 surrounded by her loving family and her books as she loved to read. A native of Anderson, SC, she was a daughter of the late Raymond Marcus Cole and Mary Elise Grant Cole and her special mother, the late Letty Roberts, that loved her and...
Jeffrey "Jeff" Stines
Aug 16, 2021
Alexander – Jeffrey “Jeff” Stines, 65, passed away on Monday, August 16, 2021, at his residence. A native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County, he was a son of Orville Dennis Stines and Virginia Dare Presnell Stines. Jeff had a green thumb and could make any plant thrive in his care. He loved the outdoors and was a masterfully...
Cecil J. Barker
Aug 16, 2021
Asheville – Cecil James Barker, 88, of 472 Gorman Bridge Road, passed away on Monday, August 16, 2021 at the Jefferson City Life Care Center. A lifelong resident of Buncombe County, he retired in 1991 from the Rainbow Baking Company following 27 years of service as a Route Salesman. He was formerly employed part-time at the US Tobacco Company....
Jack Weldon Boone
Aug 15, 2021
Candler – Jack W. Boone, 76, passed away on Sunday, August 15, 2021, due to his service connected illnesses. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516 or online at woundedwarriorproject.org
Wanda Harris
Aug 14, 2021
Weaverville – Wanda Geraldine Hughes Harris, 78, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at the Memorial Campus of Mission Hospitals. A native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County, she retired from American Enka Corp following 39 years of service and was a member of Cedar Hill Baptist Church. Mrs. Harris was a daughter of...
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