James “Phil” Pruett

James “Phil” Pruett

James “Phil” Pruett James Philip (Phil) Pruett, age 41, of Rutherfordton, NC, went Home to be with the Lord Sunday, February 1, 2026, at his home. Phil was a native of Rutherford County, and born June 8th, 1984, to Ray and Judy Pruett. He graduated from...
James “Phil” Pruett

Bill F. Forsyth

Bill F. Forsyth William Frank “Bill” Forsyth, Jr., born June 25, 1946, and a lifelong resident of Murphy, North Carolina, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at the age of 79. A respected banker and financial professional, Bill devoted...
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Ken W. Baucom

Ken W. Baucom Kenneth William Baucom of Greensboro, NC passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on January 28, 2026. Ken was born in Concord, NC on January 9, 1948. He was the son of Aris Clayton Baucom and Thelma Little Baucom. Ken graduated from...
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Jackie P. Hawks

Jackie P. Hawks Mr. Joseph “Jackie” Phillip Hawks, 77, resident of High Point, died January 10, 2026 at River Landing @ Sandy Ridge. He was born November 1, 1948 in Greenville, South Carolina, a son to Hoyt J. and Phyllis Janet Wall Hawks. At a young age his family...
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Wayne H. Carson

Wayne H. Carson BRYSON CITY – It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Wayne Howard Carson, 85, Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025. Born Oct. 16, 1940, in Swain County, Wayne was a lifelong resident of the area and most recently resided at Montgomery Senior...
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Harriette S. Blanton

Harriette S. Blanton Harriette Splawn Blanton, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 12, 2026. She was born on December 18, 1944, to Preston and Mary Lou Splawn and resided in Columbus, North...