Obituaries

Celebrate and remember those from our precious alma mater who have passed. We send our deepest condolences to the families and friends.

Kate D. Welch

by | June 12, 2026 | 1957, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Kate D. WelchKate 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...
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Sally M. Monteith

by | June 12, 2026 | 1941, 1955, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Sally M. MonteithSally Campbell, age 108, a Jackson County high school English and Journalism teacher for 34 years died at her home on Friday, June 5th. A native and lifelong resident of Sylva, she was the daughter of the late Sam and Ida Monteith and the wife of...
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Philip D. Buchahan

by | June 12, 2026 | 1966, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Philip D. BuchahanPhilip Dean Buchanan was born on Dec. 26, 1943 in the lovely town of Sylva in the North Carolina mountains to Thomas Dewey Buchanan and Inez Vesta Carver Buchanan. He attended Western Carolina University for his undergraduate work. Here, his...
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Kenneth L. Moser

Kenneth L. Moser

Kenneth L. MoserIt is with great sorrow that the family of Kenneth Lane Moser announces his passing on October 20, 2024. Ken died unexpectedly. Ken was born on Sunday, February 27, 1944, to the late Henry Lane Moser and Eddie Mae Moser. In addition to his parents, Ken...

Susan J. Brown

Susan J. Brown

Susan J. BrownSusan Joyce Brown, born on November 17, 1958, in Clyde, NC, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2024. She lived her entire life in Clyde, surrounded by family, friends, and the rich heritage of her ancestors. A dedicated public servant, Susan earned...

Steven “Steve” J. Leonard

Steven “Steve” J. Leonard

Steven "Steve" J. LeonardSteven Joe Leonard passed away on October 16, 2024 at the age of 79, after a period of failing health related to dementia. He was born on January 10, 1945 in High Point, NC and attended Ledford High School in High Point, NC. He was the son of...