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Local obituaries for our Badger Funeral Home & Ashelawn Memorial Chapel with funeral services throughout North Carolina, including West Jefferson, Jefferson and adjoining counties.
Denos Peter Marvin
Jan 11, 2024
Denos Peter Marvin, was born on September 7, 1931 in Port Jefferson, NY, and passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024. He was the son of the late James and Constance Econopoly-Marvin. Denos led a remarkable life that touched the hearts of many.
After graduating from high school, Denos dedicated a part of his youth to serving...
Julia “Judy” Strange Randolph Morris
Jan 10, 2024
Julia “Judy” Strange Randolph Morris (Hop) passed away January 10th, 2024 at Forest Ridge Assisted Living, surrounded by her loving family. Judy was born on December 8, 1940 in Alamo, Tennessee to the late Thelma and Happle Strange. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Ray Randolph.
Judy graduated with...
Leona Maxine (Pennington) Weaver
Jan 5, 2024
Leona Maxine Pennington Weaver, age 87 of Lansing passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024 at her home. Born in Grayson County, VA, to the late Ed and Stella Riffey Pennington, she lived a life that was marked by a deep love for family, faith, and simple pleasures. Leona was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Rev. T.A....
Scott Wesley Weaver
Jan 4, 2024
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Scott Wesley Weaver, of Charlotte, formerly of Warrensville, passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2024 at 56 years old. Scott was born on September 4, 1967, in Ashe County, North Carolina to the late Clayton "Jack" and Clarice Wiles Weaver. Scott's journey was marked by a deep appreciation for the...
Della Elizabeth (Denney) Bauguess
Jan 4, 2024
Della Elizabeth Bauguess, age 94 of Creston, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 4, 2024 at Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center after a lengthy illness. Della was born March 18, 1929 to the late Eli and Lelar Lewis Denney of Ashe County. In addition to her parents, Della was preceded in death by her husband Herman “Sam” Bauguess,...
Zetta Bly (Winebarger) Paisley
Dec 31, 2023
Zetta Winebarger Paisley, age 80, of West Jefferson passed away surrounded by her children on December 31, 2023. Mrs. Paisley was born on November 21, 1943 in Ashland, West Virginia to Jess and Venie Patrick Winebarger. She is preceded in death by her parents, Arvil Winebarger (brother), Robert Winebarger (brother), Vadie Winebarger (sister), Jack Sturgill (brother-in-law) and Timmy Glenn...
Robert Klaus
Dec 31, 2023
In Memory of
Robert Klaus
December 2, 1943 - January 1, 2024
Robert Allen Klaus, a man of unwavering dedication and passion for both his country and the natural world, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2023 at Forest Ridge Assisted Living at 80 years old. Robert...
Carolyn Pennington Miller
Dec 30, 2023
In Loving Memory of
Carolyn Pennington Miller
October 19, 1943 - December 30, 2023
Carolyn Pennington Miller, a woman of love, care, and creativity, passed away on December 30, 2023 at Watauga Medical Center at 80 years old, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of kindness....
Regina Renae Horne
Dec 30, 2023
Regina Renae Horne, age 48 of Granite Falls passed away on December 30, 2023 at her home, leaving behind a legacy of love, care, and happiness. Regina was born on August 12, 1975 in Caldwell County, North Carolina to Paul Theodore “Ted” and Lulla Belle Greer Horne. Regina was preceded in death by her father.
Regina was...
James Lee Snyder "Jim"
Dec 30, 2023
James Lee Snyder, known affectionately as Jim, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023 at Watauga Medical Center. Jim was born on August 1, 1946, in Wilkes County, North Carolina to the late Zebulon and Dallas Royal Snyder. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by two brothers, Harold and Tommy Snyder as well as...
Steve Willingham
Dec 30, 2023
In Loving Memory of Mark Stephen Willingham
"Steve"
11-12-1949 – 12-30-2023
A “Renaissance Man” and “One of a Kind” visionary soul whose creativity knew no bounds, and whose impact was felt far and wide. Mark Stephen Willingham, affectionately known as "Steve," passed away on Saturday, December 30,...
Steve Randall Stutts
Dec 29, 2023
***Notice: Due to expected inclement weather local services scheduled for Saturday, January 20th will be canceled.***
In Loving Memory of
Steve Randall Stutts
10-25-1959 – 12-29-2023
Steve Randall Stutts, a beloved father, husband, and friend passed away...
Raymond Johnson
Dec 28, 2023
Walter Raymond Johnson, better known as Raymond, age 79 of Jefferson passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2023 at Forsyth Medical Center. Mr. Johnson was born on September 11, 1944 in Ashe County, North Carolina to the late Vance and Sallie Elizabeth Sturgill Johnson. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Darlene...
Jerry Wayne Houck
Dec 21, 2023
Jerry Wayne Houck, age 83, of Todd, NC passed away Thursday, December 21, 2023 at his residence. He was born in Ashe County to the late, Everett Wayne and Eva Trivette Houck. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by: son, Steve Houck, sister, Lavonne Swicegood and thee brothers, Rex Houck, Arless Houck and Rev. H.D....
Gwendolyn (Hopkins) Lewis
Dec 21, 2023
*****Updated Service Times ***** Gwendolyn Hopkins Lewis, a pillar of strength and faith, peacefully departed this world at the remarkable age of 103 on Thursday, December 21, 2023. Surrounded by the love of her family, Gwendolyn transitioned to eternal rest, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering devotion and kindness.
Born in Ashe County on December...
Robert Wayne Jones
Dec 21, 2023
Robert Wayne Jones, better known as Wayne, age 90 of Warrensville, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, December 21, 2023.
Wayne was born on February 2, 1933, in Ashe County to Worth Avery and Delray Carrington Roten Jones. He is preceded in death by his parents, his daughters, Linda Harvey and Kathy Lowe, a granddaughter...
Clayton Farrington
Dec 19, 2023
Robert Clayton Farrington age 85 of Jefferson passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice House. Mr. Farrington was born on December 30, 1937 in Ashe County, North Carolina to the late Glen and Stella Lambert Farrington. In addition to his parents Clayton was also preceded in death by siblings, Winfred, James and Johnny Farrington...
J. Harold Smith
Dec 18, 2023
Mr. J. Harold Smith, age 78 passed away on December 18, 2023 at his home in Wilkesboro following a battle with cancer. He spoke of his desire to go home to Jesus.
J. Harold was born April 11,1945 to Burl Woodrow and Della Patrick Smith.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two...
John Charles Style
Dec 12, 2023
John Charles Style, age 69 of Jefferson passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at Margate Health and Rehab. Center. Mr. Style was born March 7, 1954 in New York to the late Charles Arthur and Lois Isabel Dangler Style. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his wife, Sharron Wiist Style.
Mr....
Scott Boykin Privette
Dec 12, 2023
Scott Boykin Privette, age 61 of Conover, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. He was born on October 14, 1962, in Raleigh, NC, to Herbert Glenn Privette and Helen Jean Boykin Privette. Scott is preceded in death by his beloved mother.
It seems almost an understatement to say that Scott left an...
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