by Amy Bollinger | Aug 13, 2026 | 1974, Obituaries
Mary Elizabeth DeVore Netherton, 88, of Candler, went home to be with Jesus on Monday, August 10, 2026. A native of Asheville, Mary was a daughter of the late Max and Martha Hannah DeVore. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Wilburn C....
by Amy Bollinger | Aug 12, 2026 | 1974, Obituaries
Sidney Dee Frizzell, 79, of Canton, North Carolina, passed away on August 1, 2026. Born in Haywood County, he was the son of the late T.R. Frizzell, Sr. and Ada Buchanan Frizzell. Dee was a graduate of Western Carolina University and dedicated ten years of his career...
by Amy Bollinger | Aug 12, 2026 | 1974, Obituaries
Michael “Mike” Henry Ray, 74, of Sylva passed away on Monday, July 27, 2026 after fighting a courageous 3 year battle with cancer. Mike was born on July 14, 1952, in Jackson County to the late Rufus and Claudus Dietz Ray. Mike loved his family very much....
by Amy Bollinger | Aug 12, 2026 | 1974, Obituaries
IN LOVING MEMORY OFDaniel Hugh BalcomeAugust 28, 1948 – July 7, 2026(In the comments below, at the family’s request, please share a story or memory) With heavy hearts, yet unwavering hope in Jesus Christ, we announce the passing of Daniel Hugh Balcome, who...
by Amy Bollinger | Aug 12, 2026 | 1974, Obituaries
Jimmy Glenn Long, 73, passed away in Greensboro NC on June 29th, 2026. Mr. Long was born August 6th, 1952, to the late Walter Glenn Long and Mildred Crawford Long. He was the youngest of 6 children and graduated from Western Carolina University. Jimmy loved hang...
by Amy Bollinger | Jun 8, 2026 | 1974, Obituaries
Ronder “Guerry” Barbee Ronder Guerry Barbee, 77, of Greenville, North Carolina, passed away on May 8, 2026, at Hospice House in Greenville, surrounded by family and friends. Born on April 1, 1949, Guerry lived a life defined by faith, service, and a deep love for both...
