Obituaries

Dec 6, 2023

Elizabeth Leon Barton Cooper, age 80 of Conway, SC formerly of Ashe County, peacefully departed this world on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem. Born to the late Bryan and Bernice "Brucie" Waddell Barton. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, Wilborn Carl Barton and her husband, Ronald Cooper on...

Dec 5, 2023

Ruth Severt Royall, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at the age of 90, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and cherished memories.  Mrs. Royall was born in Ashe County, North Carolina on February 28, 1933 to the late Albert Leonard and Alma May Dempsey Severt.  In addition to her parents she...

Dec 4, 2023

L. Pauline Jones Carter, age 88 of Hays, passed away on Monday, December 4, 2023 at Margate Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on April 12, 1935, in Lansing, NC to the late Lester Hesque Jones and Millie Rosetta Blevins Jones. She is the last of the family to “walk to school in the snow barefooted”.

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Nov 29, 2023

Joshua Isaiah Latham, a beloved son, brother and friend who brought immense joy to all who knew him, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023.  Although he was just 18 years old, he had already carved out a niche for himself as someone with a magnetic personality and a love for various activities.

Born in Wilkes County,...

Nov 28, 2023

Merita Della Rose Price Blevins, a beacon of warmth and compassion, entered this world on August 15, 1940, in Ashe County, NC. Born to the late Harvey and Alice Canter Price. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a sister, Ocie Price, brother, Sidney Price, son, James Greer and husband, Minister Leonard J. Blevins.

Nov 27, 2023

Charles "Gary" Lee age 73 of West Jefferson passed away Monday, November 27, 2023 at Amorem Hospice in Valdese following a 4 year battle with colon cancer.  Mr. Lee was born April 18, 1950 in Savannah, GA to the late Charlie B. and Juanita S. Lee.  In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his...

Nov 21, 2023

Michelle Gabrielle Griffin Evans, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at her home.  Born on September 29, 1974, in Watauga, North Carolina, Michelle lived a life defined by her unwavering spirit and kindness.  She was preceded in death by a sister, Chrissy Griffin, step-father, Gwen Denny and grandmother, Muriel Griffin.

Her passion for the open road...

Nov 20, 2023

Pastor Carol Dean Shaw, better known as Dean, a devoted servant of the Lord, passed away on Monday, November 20, 2023 at the age of 67 at his home. He dedicated his life to serving others and spreading the teachings of faith, leaving an indelible mark on those he touched.

Dean was born on August 2, 1956...

Nov 19, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Osvaldo DiFiore, a remarkable individual who lived a life colored by valor, resilience, and an unwavering entrepreneurial spirit. Osvaldo passed away peacefully at the age of 99, on Sunday November 19, 2023, at his home in Boone, North Carolina, leaving behind a legacy that will be remembered with...

Nov 19, 2023

Paul Dwayne Lambert, age 90 of West Jefferson, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023. Born on November 16, 1933, in Ashe County, North Carolina to the late Mackie Gene and Mary Jane Bare Lambert, Paul lived a life that was as steadfast and rooted as the mountains that surrounded his home.  In addition to his parents, he was...

Nov 16, 2023

Donna Grace Frasca Mongiove, a pillar of strength and faith, passed away on November 16, 2023, at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital, surrounded by her loved ones. Born in Jersey City, NJ on Saturday, January 5, 1952, to the late Dominick Joseph and Lillian Ruth Davenport Frasca, She was 71 years old. In addition to her parents she was preceded...

Nov 13, 2023

James Joseph Antoine, known as "Jim", age 91 of West Jefferson, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, November 13, 2023. He was born on December 17, 1931, in Hockessin, Delaware, to the late August Aloysius Antoine Sr. and Isabel Cecelia O'Brien.

A proud veteran, James served in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict,...

Nov 12, 2023

Ann Ashby Helms of West Jefferson, North Carolina passed away peacefully at her home on November 12, 2023. Elizabeth Ann Ashby was born in Mount Airy, North Carolina on September 26, 1928, to the late John Lafayette and May McArn Ashby.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Houston Helms Sr....

Nov 4, 2023

Sarah Henry Sanders, age 59, died peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, November 4, 2023.   Sarah was born in Jefferson, NC and raised in the Glendale Springs Community.   She is survived by her mother Sarah Elizabeth “Lib” Hudler of Jefferson, brother Buddy Mash of Jefferson, and husband Wade Sanders of Fleetwood. She attended Ashe Central High School and loved...

Nov 2, 2023

Mildred May Pruitt Rash, age 78 of Morganton, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2023 at her home. Mrs. Rash was born June 5, 1945 in Ashe County to the late General Solomon and Gladys Combs Pruitt. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Gene “Bud” Rash, sisters, Brenda Combs and Reba Wilcox...

Nov 1, 2023

Timothy Paul Jones, age 57 of Gold Hill, NC, passed away at his home on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. He was born on October 17, 1966, in Rowan County, North Carolina, to his loving parents, Haril Dean Jones and Mary Poteat Jones Strickland.

He was preceded in death by his father, Haril Dean Jones, as well as...

Nov 1, 2023

Edith Lambert Severt, age, 87, of Jefferson passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at Margate Health and Rehab Center.  Mrs. Severt was born April 11, 1936 in Ashe County to the late Wiley Thomas and Ella Severt Lambert. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her brother, Roy Lambert and her husband, Bobby Allen...

Oct 31, 2023

Donald Dean Goss was born in 1931 in Ashe County, North Carolina and moved to the booming coal-mining town of Anawalt, West Virginia when he was 11. He got his first job at 12 years old picking beans for 50 cents a bushel. He also lived in Virginia, Delaware and Pennsylvania where he worked at General Motors and Lucas...

Oct 25, 2023

Sadie Ann Lyalls Craven, age 77 of West Jefferson, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at her home. Mrs. Craven was born on September 30, 1946 in Ashe County, the beloved daughter of Robert Clint Lyalls and Ressie Hamby Lyalls. She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Ima Jean Parsons, and a brother, Robert Bruce...

Oct 24, 2023

Frances Kay Morgan Abernethy, passed away on October 24, 2023 at her home at the age of 70.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Minnie Brown Morgan and her husband, Sid Abernethy.

She loved books and enjoyed reading.  Kay had a unique way of showing her love and care for her family and...