Obituaries

Jul 28, 2023

R.C. Combs, a man of remarkable traits and unwavering faith, has left a void in the hearts of all who knew him. He went home to be with his Lord on Friday, July 28, 2023 at the age 75. Mr. Combs was born in Ashe County on Sunday, September 14, 1947 in Ashe County to the late Jack and...

Jul 28, 2023

Brenda Carol Osborne Roten, age 76 of Warrensville, peacefully passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023 at her home. She was born on November 12, 1946, in Ashe County to Gaither Winfield Osborne and Ressie Marie Hall Osborne.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gaither and Ressie, her beloved son, James Roten, as well as...

Jul 20, 2023

Richard Bruce Mendrick, beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Born on January 2, 1944 in Hacketstown, New Jersey to the late Walter Jerasal and Catherine Ellen Batson Mendrick. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by John Roman. Richard's life was filled with joy, adventure,...

Jul 19, 2023

Barbara Ann Hurst Walker, age 90, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2023. She was born on March 1, 1933, in Gilford County, North Carolina, to her late parents, Mercer and Margaret Beck Hurst. Barbara was a loving and devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend, leaving behind cherished memories for all who knew her.

Barbara's life...

Jul 19, 2023

Shirley Hudler Baldwin, age 83 flew into the arms of Jesus on July 19, 2023. Mrs. Hudler was born on March 14, 1940 in Crumpler, NC to Webb Isaac and Jessie Wilma Goings Hudler. Shirley has joyfully reunited with her husband, John Baldwin; son, Shane Baldwin; parents, Webb and Jessie Hudler; maternal grandparents, John and Etta Goings; paternal grandmother,...

Jul 17, 2023

Denver Carl Lewis, a skilled roofer, avid outdoorsman, and devoted family man, passed away on July 17, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and cherished memories.  Denver was born on June 9, 1954, in Ashe County, North Carolina to the late James and Dessie Eastridge Lewis. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death...

Jul 16, 2023

Wretha Lovelace Greer, age 93 of Boomer, passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023 at her home.  Mrs. Greer was born on February 11, 1930 in Ashe County, North Carolina to the late Arthur Glenn "Boss" and Ina Kathleen Blevins Lovelace.  In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Edgar Greer, three...

Jul 16, 2023

Timothy James Peterson, a young man whose infectious smile could light up any room, left this world far too soon on Sunday, July 16, 2023. His untimely departure has left a void in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him. Timothy's life was a testament to the power of a vibrant personality, a remarkable sense...

Jul 14, 2023

Claudine Roten Turnmire, age 84 of West Jefferson passed away Friday, July 14, 2023 in Ocala, FL.  She was born February 4, 1939 in Ashe County to the late Reece and Ruby Roten.

Graveside services will be held at 3:00 pm, Saturday, August 5, 2023 at the Roten Cemetery in Warrensville.

Mrs. Turnmire is survived...

Jul 14, 2023

William Burl Flannery, age 79 of West Jefferson passed away on July 14, 2023 at Kindred Hospital in Greensboro, NC.  Mr. Flannery was born in Ashe County, NC on July 17, 1943.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Mamie Lee Flannery and father Daniel Boone Flannery.

Burl graduated from High Point High School in 1962. ...

Jul 13, 2023

Ruth Miller Lewis, a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away at her home on July 13, 2023 at age 77, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and a deep appreciation for life's simple pleasures. She was a remarkable woman who found joy in the beauty of gardening, caring for her family and cooking delicious Sunday dinners. Ruth’s...

Jul 9, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Madge Bower McNeill, a remarkable woman who lived a long and fulfilling life of 94 years. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and sister as well as a dedicated member of her community where she left an indelible mark through her unwavering commitment to service.

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Jul 7, 2023

Robert Lee Wyrick, age 76 of Crumpler passed away Friday, July 7, 2023 at Ashe Memorial Hospital.  Mr. Wyrick was born July 8, 1946 in Ashe County.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, July 15, 2023 in the Farrington Cemetery in Crumpler.

Jul 6, 2023

Annie Lorene Blevins Lambert, better known as “Granny” age 96 of Crumpler, passed away on Thursday, July 6, 2023 at Margate Health & Rehab.  Mrs. Lambert was born February 14, 1927 in Ashe County, North Carolina to the late Harley and Naomi Bare Blevins.  In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Charley...

Jul 5, 2023

James Pell Latham, age 79 of Crumpler passed away on Wednesday, July 5 2023 at his home.  Mr. Latham was born on May 11, 1944 in Ashe County, North Carolina to the late Ennis Pell and Pauline Shepherd Latham.  In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by one sister, Maxine Shatley and one brother, Steve...

Jul 3, 2023

Larkin Krandell Worley, better known as, "Radar" age 66 of Crumpler passed away on July 3, 2023 at Ashe Memorial Hospital.  Mr. Worley was born in Watauga County, North Carolina on June 9, 1957.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathie Rash Worley as well as one brother, Doug Davis and his step-father, Howard Davis.

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Jul 2, 2023

Brenda Coffey Kaelin age 64 of Crumpler, passed away peacefully with her kids and most of her grandkids by her side at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston Salem on July 2, 2023. Brenda was born November 6, 1958 in Watauga County, NC to Floyd and Nellie Coffey. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her...

Jun 30, 2023

Shirley Ann Darnell, age 67 of Jefferson, passed away on Friday, June 30th 2023 at Forsyth Medical Center.  Shirley was born on March 3, 1956 in Ashe County, North Carolina to the late Roy Edison Dayton and Lethella Blevins.  In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her daughter, Kansas Darnell.

Through Shirley's...

Jun 27, 2023

Katlyn Denise Miller Greer, age 25 of West Jefferson, passed away June 27, 2023.  Katlyn was born September 13, 1997 in Ashe County to Dennis and Brenda Kay Calhoun Miller.  She was preceded in death by her father, Dennis Miller, grandparents, Pete and Willa Dean Miller and Ray and Willa Dean Calhoun.

Graveside services will be held...

Jun 21, 2023

Sybil Elaine Wollett Williams, age 77 of West Jefferson, NC (hometown Hollister, NC) went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at her residence. She was born June 22, 1945 to the late Theodore Roosevelt Wollett and Mabel Shearin Wollett. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters...