Bonnie Reese
Aug 1, 2021
Fairview – Bonnie Leota Metcalf Reese, 92, passed away Sunday, August 1, 2021 at the Care Partners Hospice John F. Keever, Jr. Solace Center. A native of Yancey County, Mrs. Reese had resided in Buncombe County since 1966. The oldest of 12 siblings, Mrs. Reese was a sweet, kind, loving sister. Her smile was contagious, and her laughter would...
Dr. Bill Cave
Jul 31, 2021
Asheville - William “Bill” Cave passed away July 31 2021 at the age of 84 surrounded by his beloved family. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Elaine Joyce Cave, and daughters Kelly Anne (Philip Sanzica) and Sue Anne (Mike Marshall). Bill was born and raised in Huntington, WV and was the son of the late Preston...
Steve Sale
Jul 28, 2021
Leicester – Stephen Graham “Steve” Sale, 66, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at his residence. A native and resident of Buncombe County, he retired as a former machinist and was a member of Pole Creek Baptist Church. Mr. Sale was the son of L. Graham Sale of Fletcher and the late Ann Hipps...
Edward Glenn Cole
Jul 27, 2021
Alexander – Edward “Eddie” Glenn Cole, 76, passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Memorial Mission Hospital following a period of declining health. Edward worked for Orange and Rockland Utilities in Spring Valley, NY for more than 35 years until he retired in 2004. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Weaverville where he was...
Agnes Gentry Ellison
Jul 23, 2021
Candler – Agnes Charlotte Gentry Ellison, 91, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 23, 2021 at the John F. Keever, Jr. Hospice Center. A native of Newport, TN she had resided in Buncombe County most of her life. Mrs. Ellison was formerly employed with American Enka for over 20 years and attended Maple Ridge Baptist Church...
Betty Jo Harris
Jul 22, 2021
Woodfin – Betty Jo Jarvis Harris, 93, formerly of 76 Walnut Lane, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 22, 2021 at the Emerald Ridge Rehabilitation and Care Center. A lifelong resident of Buncombe County, former member of Elk Mountain Baptist Church and retired from Square D Corporation where she had served for 27 years. She was...
Sadako "Judy" Nottingham
Jul 19, 2021
Charlotte, NC – Sadako “Judy” Nottingham, 85, passed away Monday, July 19, 2021 at University Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. A native of Osaka, Japan, Mrs. Nottingham came to North Carolina in 1964, settling in Jacksonville. Due to her husband’s military career, she later moved to Hawaii, then back to Jacksonville before coming to Buncombe County in 1974. She...
Tammy Ann Rice
Jul 16, 2021
Asheville – Tammy Ann Rice, 37, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 16, 2021, unexpectedly at the Memorial Mission Hospital. A native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County, she was a daughter of Regina Barnes Rice of Asheville and the late Billy Rice. She was also preceded in death by her grandmother, Ruby Harrin. Tammy...
Peggy Burris
Jul 14, 2021
Woodfin – Peggy Jean Fortner Burris, 80, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at her residence. A lifelong resident of Buncombe County, she retired in 2001 from Wilsonart following 17 years of service, and previously was employed with American Enka for 14 years. Mrs. Burris was a daughter of the late Paul Eugene Fortner...
John T. Meadows
Jul 12, 2021
Asheville – John Troy Meadows, 96, of 25 Dove Road, went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 12, 2021 at the Pelican Health at Asheville. A lifelong resident of Buncombe County, he retired in 1987 from Supply Specialities following 21 ½ years of service where he was in charge of Shipping and Receiving. He was a son...
John Roger Boone
Jul 12, 2021
Asheville – John Roger Boone, 78, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 12, 2021, at the Baptist Memorial Hospital of Memphis, TN. A native of Marion, NC he was a son of the late Frank Edward Boone and Tuie Roxanna Bradburn Boone. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Sherry Boone; brothers: Frank...
Jim Standridge
Jul 12, 2021
Asheville – James Earl “Jim” Standridge, was born December 15, 1949 and went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 12, 2021. A strong, hard working man that had a heart bigger than the universe. He brought a smile to everyone he was around. His family was his prize possession. He was a lifelong resident of Buncombe County,...
James "Jim" Lester Rhew
Jul 9, 2021
Asheville- On July 9th 2021, James "Jim" Rhew joined the Lord and is celebrating with family and friends in Heaven. Jim Rhew was known for his larger than life personality, his love for America, his love for his wife and family, his hospitality, being a successful businessman, and devoted to the care of burned and crippled children. Jim was...
Freddie Sales
Jul 6, 2021
Asheville – Fred “Freddie” Wallace Sales, 73, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at the Elizabeth House. A native and resident for most of his life of Buncombe County, he retired following many years with Ford Dealerships as a Sales Representative and also a retired member of Reynolds Volunteer Fire Department. Following retirement, he...
Herman C. West
Jul 5, 2021
Swannanoa – Herman C. West, 84, of 111 Old Jim’s Branch Rd., went to be with the Lord on Monday July 5, 2021. Mr. West was a native of Bryson City and resided in Buncombe County most of his life and son of the late John and Beulah Pelkington West. He was also preceded in death by his wife,...
Jesse Richard Franklin
Jul 3, 2021
Asheville - Jesse Richard Franklin, 72, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side, Saturday, July 3, 2021, at his residence. He was born in Florence, SC to the late Orville Gary and Anna Rochester Franklin and was also preceded in death by three brothers, who were also proud veterans, Gary, William (Midge) and Phillip Franklin. Mr....
Nancy Ann Rodier Callahan
Jul 2, 2021
Nancy Ann Rodier Callahan, 63, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 2, 2021 at her residence. A lifelong resident of Buncombe County, she was a daughter of Mary Weber of Fletcher and the late Arthur Rodier. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Spurgeon “J.R.” Junior Callahan, III. Nancy worked for more that 20...
Frances Gail Fisher Ramsey
Jul 2, 2021
Asheville – Frances Gail Fisher Ramsey, 73, passed away on Friday, July 2, 2021, at the Memorial Mission Hospital. A lifelong resident of Buncombe County, she was a daughter of the late Claude and Elsie Fisher. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Kathleen; and brothers: Ray, Jimmy, Wayne, J.C., and Kenny. Surviving are her daughter, Janet...
Brenda Kaye Camby Reed
Jun 30, 2021
Asheville – Brenda Kaye Camby Reed, 71, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at the Memorial Mission Hospital. A native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County, she was a daughter of the late Junior Camby and Bernice Ruth Hugg House. Surviving are her children: Patricia “Pattie” Reed and her son, Justin Reed of Asheville, and also Tammy...
Dr. Pamela L. Starcher
Jun 26, 2021
In the early morning hours of Saturday, June 26, 2021, Pamela L. Starcher left the confines of her earthly body behind to step into the brilliance of her Maker. She held fast to her faith, even as her body failed. In her last days, she was at peace with all the things she knew, which amounted to little in...
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