James “Buddy” H. Nelson

James “Buddy” H. Nelson

James “Buddy” H. Nelson James “Buddy” Harry Nelson, Jr., who just celebrated his 90th birthday, went to his heavenly home on May 5, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Doris Nelson; his three daughters, Patti Stahlsmith (Bob), Vicki Williams...
James “Buddy” H. Nelson

Fred C. Ryder

Fred C. Ryder Alfred Cornelius (Fred) Ryder III, 82, a third generation Winter Haven resident, died peacefully at home on April 19, 2026, surrounded by the love and memories of a life well lived. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose steady...
James “Buddy” H. Nelson

Virgil H. Corriher

Virgil H. Corriher Virgil Henderson Corriher, Jr., age 80 of Salisbury, passed away December 31, 2025. Virgil attended Davidson County High School and graduated from Western Carolina College in 1967. He then attended the University of Tennessee where he graduated in...
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Conda J. Vaughn

Conda Juanita Vaughn, 80, was born in Macon County to the late Clyde & Mildred (Mashburn) Vaughn. She peacefully entered the presence of Jesus on Saturday, November 15, 2025. She graduated from Franklin High School and attended Western Carolina University. She was...
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Sue R. Colmant

Sue R. Colmant Sue Ray Smith Colmant passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston Salem on May 9, 2025. She was 80 years old. Sue was born on August 25, 1944 in Winston Salem to Oscar and Betty Smith. She graduated from East...
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Betty A. Sandlin

Betty A. Sandlin Betty A. Sandlin, 80, native and lifelong resident of Bryson City, passed away May 3, 2025, after a short illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Faye Martin Sandlin, and her brother, Robert M. Sandlin. She is survived by her...