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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Juanita L. Sherill

Juanita L. Sherill

Juanita L. SherillIn loving memory of Juanita Lee Hogg Sherrill (Raleigh, North Carolina), who departed this world on November 26, 2025 at the age of 96. Juanita leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their...

Charlie L. Pruett

Charlie L. Pruett

Charlie L. PruettIt is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Charles Loyd (Charlie) Pruett who departed this life Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the age of 85. He was born on April 30, in Asheville, NC, and resided in Tyrone, GA for the past 37 years....

Leela J. Livis

Leela J. Livis

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