Obituaries
Doris Ilena Deaver Williams
Aug 17, 2024
Doris Ilena Deaver Williams, age 89, of Weaverville, NC, passed away on August 17, 2024, at Solace Hospice in Asheville. Doris was born in Madison County and she lived most of her life in Weaverville.
Doris is survived by grandchildren, Matthew Bailey (McKenzie) and Kaycee Bailey (JP); great-grandchildren, Sienna, Tyler, Caleb, and Adalyn Fate Bailey; daughter-in-law Roxanne Dempsey; and many nieces...
Elden Boyd Robinson
Aug 16, 2024
ALEXANDER - Elden Boyd Robinson, age 86, passed away unexpectedly at home on August 16, 2024 in Alexander, North Carolina. Born on September 30, 1937, in Buncombe County, Elden spent his career as a dedicated painter and truck driver, jobs that reflected his hard-working and reliable nature.
Elden was a man who cherished his family deeply, embodying the essence of a...
Peggy Ann Robinson
Aug 15, 2024
WOODFIN – On August 15, 2024, Peggy Ann Robinson peacefully passed away. She was born on May 25, 1950, in Buncombe County, where she spent all of her life. She was the daughter of the late Blake and Louise Brown Penland.
In her earlier years, Peggy worked at Battery Park Cafe, leaving a lasting impression on all who frequented the establishment....
Phillip Wayne Higgins
Aug 14, 2024
WEAVERVILLE – Phillip Wayne Higgins, born April 25, 1947, passed away on August 14, 2024. He was 77 years old.
Phillip was born in Yancey County, NC to the late Dewey Admiral Higgins and Mary Proffitt Higgins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Jane Jones Higgins, who died in 2022. He...
Jean Mundy Hensley
Aug 13, 2024
Mrs. Jean Mundy Hensley (Weaverville, N.C.) was born on May 22, 1938, and welcomed home in heaven on August 13, 2024. She joins her late husband of more than fifty years, Mr. Perry Donald Hensley, and son, Mr. Perry Donald Hensley, Jr. (“Donny”).
Mrs. Hensley was a wife, mother, professional seamstress and baker. She was a devout member of the congregations...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Crace Quesenberry
Aug 8, 2024
Jacqueline “Jackie” Yvonne Crace Quesenberry, born November 30, 1931, went to be with our Lord on August 8, 2024. She passed peacefully at Madison Health and Rehabilitation.
She was born in Asheland, KY to the late Ray Cordell Crace and Virginia Lewis Crace. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Howard Quesenberry;...
Kevin Dewayne Edwards
Aug 6, 2024
Kevin Dewayne Edwards, 51, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at CarePartners Hospice Solace Center.
Kevin was preceded in death by his uncle, Tim Dorsey. He is survived by his mother, Judy Goldsmith (Gary Johnson); his sister, Jennifer Connor (Keith); uncles, Ronnie, Mike, and Allen; nieces and nephews, Elizabeth, Brianna, and Aaron; and his special friend, Gary.
Kevin was born on...
Frances "Frankie" Barbee Presley
Aug 4, 2024
Frances “Frankie” Barbee Presley, 80, of Weaverville, NC died August 4, 2024. She was born in Asheville on November 21, 1943, to William P. and Velma Barbee. She was raised in Beech Community in Weaverville and was a graduate of North Buncombe High School, where she was elected Senior Class President.
Frankie attended Hardbarger Business College in Raleigh and Asheville-Biltmore College...
David Paul Emory
Jul 27, 2024
David Paul Emory, age 89, passed away July 27, 2024, from injuries received in an automobile accident. He was born August 14, 1935, in Buncombe County.
Mr. Emory worked in the nuclear power industry until his retirement. He was a member of Aiken First Baptist Church in Aiken SC. His mother Margaret and brother Russell preceded him in death.
He is survived...
Neil Huntsinger
Jul 27, 2024
Neil Huntsinger, age 77, of Asheville went to be with the Lord, Saturday, July 27, 2024.
Neil was born January 26, 1947, in Buncombe County to the late Harry and Bernice Honeycutt Huntsinger. He worked in route sales and management in the bread business; including Flowers Bakery and retired from Merita. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved the...
Elaine Mary (Bransfield) Smith
Jul 23, 2024
Elaine Mary (Bransfield) Smith (age 87), of Weaverville NC (formerly of East Hampton, CT) passed to the next life on July 23, 2024. Born in East Hampton, CT on June 25, 1937, she was the only child of Harold Bransfield and Nora (Cavanaugh) Bransfield, both of whom predecease her.
She is survived by her husband of 64 years, E. David Smith...
Lettie Marie Moore Barrett
Jul 20, 2024
Lettie Marie Moore Barrett, at the age of 91, peacefully passed away early Saturday morning, July 20, 2024, at Aldersgate Levine & Dickson Hospice.
She was born December 11, 1932, in Madison County, NC, the daughter of the late Charlie Moore Jr. and Cora Smith Moore.
Lettie, a loving and devoted grandmother, retired in 1995 after ten years as a Buncombe County...
Michael Dean Fisher
Jul 19, 2024
MARS HILL – Michael Dean Fisher, age 62, of Mars Hill, passed away Friday, July 19, 2024, at the Solace Center, with family by his side. A highly decorated veteran of the US Air Force, he fought valiantly against prostate cancer for 12 years.
Mike was born to the late Catherine Orr and Claude Frank Fisher on July 5, 1962, in...
Carta Caldwell Freeman
Jul 19, 2024
LEICESTER – Carta Caldwell Freeman, age 86, set sail and slipped quietly through the gates of Heaven on Friday, July 19, 2024, at home surrounded by her family as she wished after battling pancreatic cancer.
Carta was born on March 27, 1938, in Madison County. She was a 1957 graduate of Walnut High School in Marshall and a resident of Buncombe...
Grace Marie Johnson
Jul 15, 2024
WEAVERVILLE – Grace Marie Montani Johnson, age 89, passed away on July 15, 2024, after a short stay at The Greens in Weaverville. Here she received excellent attention in addition to the support of the Hospice staff provided by Compassionate Care of Burnsville. We humbly extend our heartfelt gratitude to each individual involved in her sacred journey home. Prior to...
Amelia Molly Montoya
Jul 13, 2024
In Loving Memory of Amelia “Molly” Montoya
Amelia “Molly” Montoya, born in 1929 in Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 13, 2024 at her home in Asheville. Her devoted husband, son and daughter-in-law were by her side.
Molly's life was marked by love, resilience, and unwavering dedication to her family. She first married Candelario Cardon, and...
Scott Alan Bettilyon
Jul 12, 2024
Scott Alan Bettilyon, age 62, of Barnardsville passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024.
Scott was born on July 30, 1961, in Massillon, Ohio to the late Donald and Kay Townsend Bettilyon. He received his Avionics Degree at St. Leo University and served in the US Navy from 1983-1991. Stationed at NAS Oceana in Virginia Beach, Virginia; he served as an...
Philip A. Pressley
Jul 12, 2024
Philip A. Pressley, age 79, of Leicester died Friday, July 12, 2024.
Mr. Pressley was born on February 11, 1945, in Jackson County to the late Shirley and Patsy Moody Pressley. He was a retired self-employed truck driver.
Surviving is his wife of 53 years, Dorothy “Deane” Caldwell Pressley; daughter, Michelle Constance; son, Trevor Pressley; sisters, Pat Fountain and Sara Jones; several...
Janice Susan Haynes Kelley
Jul 7, 2024
WOODFIN – Janice Susan Haynes Kelley, age 65, of Woodfin passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2024.
Janice was born on January 4, 1959, in Buncombe County, where she lived all her life. She was born to the late John Walter Haynes, Jr. and Marjorie Hensley Haynes. She was a member of Pine Burr Park Baptist Church. Janice is predeceased by...
Carrol David Mundy
Jul 2, 2024
BARNARDSVILLE – Carrol David Mundy, age 85, of Barnardsville went to be with the Lord, July 2, 2024.
Carrol was born November 8, 1938, in Buncombe County to the late Morris M. and Atlas Burrell Mundy. He was a home builder for many years; having built 100’s of homes. A member and deacon of Paint Fork Freewill Baptist Church, where he...
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