Obituaries

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,...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

Dec 11, 2023

Irene Craft Marsh, born on November 17, 1929, in the picturesque landscapes of Ashe County, North Carolina, passed away on December 11, 2023. Irene was the cherished daughter of the late William Kilby and Brucie Faye Miller Craft.

Irene's life was a testament to the enduring power of love, as she spent an incredible 70 years as...

Dec 8, 2023

Josephine Miller Hurley passed away Friday, December 8, 2023 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem.  She was born in Ashe County on November 10, 1941 to the late Monroe and Hazel Eldreth Miller of Jefferson.  Her late paternal grandparents were, Jerome and Naomi Davis Miller and her late maternal grandparents were, John and Ellen Sexton Eldreth....

Dec 8, 2023

Ralph William Davis, of Deep Gap passed away at his home on Friday, December 8, 2023 at the age of 80. Mr. Davis was born on March 21, 1943 in Ashe County, North Carolina to the late John and Annie Mae Johnson Davis.  In addition to his parents Ralph was also preceded in death by one sister, Sue Smith....

Dec 6, 2023

Betty Walton Greer, age 67 of Todd, passed away Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory, NC.  Betty was born September 7, 1956 in Ashe County to the late Henry and Rhoda Richardson Walton.  In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Roger Leon Greer, son, Christopher Greer and...