George William Kirby

by | Oct 1, 2026 | 1957, Obituaries

George William Kirby, a beloved husband, father, coach, and community member, died peacefully at home on Saturday, September 19, 2026, surrounded by his wife of 65 years, Eleanor Moore Kirby and sons Kyle, Kevin (Kathy), and Kregg. Born on February 19, 1934, in...

Richard Allen Ginn

by | Sep 8, 2026 | 1957, Obituaries

Richard Allen Ginn, one of the sweetest, kindest men you could ever meet, passed away after a brief illness on Sunday night, August 23, 2026. Richard bravely battled health issues over the last six months, and he is now at peace. Richard lived a life defined by faith,...

Kate D. Welch

by | Jun 12, 2026 | 1957, Obituaries

Kate D. Welch Kate Deitz Welch, 91, of Bryson City peacefully passed from this earthly life on June 6, 2026, at home with her family present. Kate was born March 15, 1935, to the late Hoyle and Inez Deitz of Dillsboro. She graduated from Western Carolina University in...

Quincy S. Inman

by | Mar 12, 2026 | 1957, Obituaries

Quincy S. Inman Quincy Ann Stewart Inman passed away on September 14, 2025. Born in Franklin, North Carolina on February 25,1939, she was the daughter of the late Charles William Stewart and Bess Widby Norton Stewart. Quincy graduated from Cullowhee Laboratory School...

Charles “Charlie” J. Womac

by | May 2, 2025 | 1957, Obituaries

Charles “Charlie” J. Womac Charles Joseph Womack, 93, of Waynesville, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 20, 2025, after a brief illness. Most knew him as Charlie. To his children he was Daddy and to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren...