Obituaries
Perry Wayne Clement
May 26, 2024
Perry Clement, 65, of Canton passed away Sunday, May 26th, 2024, after a long battle of health issues. He was born in Asheville NC on June 5th, 1958, to the late Mitchel and Julia Mae Clement.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son Christopher (Chad) Clement, brothers, Alvin Clement, Larry Clement, Harold Clement, and Albert...
Timothy Joseph Cormier
May 20, 2024
Timothy Joseph Cormier, 37, passed away on May 20th 2024 at his home in Mills River.
Timothy was a native of Asheville. His favorite thing in life was spending time with his children, making them laugh and teaching them life lessons. He loved eating, working out and dancing. Most of all, He loved his kids.
He is survived by his son, Kylar...
Alan Cecil Williams
May 11, 2024
Alan C. Williams passed away at the John F. Keever Jr. Solace Center on May 11th, 2024 after a valiant fight against Parkinson’s Disease. His daughter and grandchildren were by his side.
Alan was born in Windsor, Vermont, on June 7th, 1940, the son of the late Merrill and Gertrude Williams.
Alan graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh in 1962 and SUNY Albany,...
Peggy Lee Jordan
May 11, 2024
It is with sadness and love after a lingering illness that we say goodbye to our sister.
Peggy Lee Jordan April 2, 1954 – May 11,2024, a native of Asheville, NC. Has passed away after a prolonged illness. Daughter of Harry L Jordan and Dorotha K Boyer, both deceased. A daughter Misty Waldrop Reeve (Jesse Reeve) grandchildren Marcus, Marissa, and...
Norma Jo Bell
Apr 24, 2024
Norma Jo Bell, age 71, of Franklin, NC, passed away on April 24, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on May 6, 1952, she brought immense joy to those around her.
Jo’s journey touched the lives of many, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of strength and resilience. She worked as a Registered Nurse for over 25 years...
James "Russ" Russell Jones
Apr 16, 2024
James “Russ” Russell Jones, 70, of Morganton passed away on April 16, 2024, at his residence. A native of Jacksonville, FL, he was the son of the late Charles Gordon Jones and Josephine Moody Jones.
Russ proudly served in the US Marine Corps and remained passionate about the military. For many years, Russ worked as a trim specialist in the...
William "Bill" F. Roland
Apr 12, 2024
William F. “Bill” Roland, 68, of Arden, NC passed away on April 12, 2024 after an unexpected heart attack. Bill was an Investment Advisor with Cambridge Investment Services. Bill was born on February 16, 1956 in Topeka, KS to Russ Roland and Kay Mulvaney Roland Allen. Bill graduated from Warner Robins High School in 1974. He then earned a BA...
Mary Helen Ball
Apr 12, 2024
We are looking for the next of kin, if you have any information please contact A Simple Cremation at 828-418-6486.
Dorothy Jean Vess
Apr 2, 2024
We are looking for the next of kin, if you have any information please contact A Simple Cremation at 828-418-6486.
Timothy Andrew Thompson
Mar 21, 2024
Mr. Timothy Andrew Thompson 55, of Hendersonville, NC went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, March 21, 2024. He was born June 29,1968 in Spartanburg, SC to his mother the late Mrs. Grace Ann Thompson and his father the late Mr. John Andrew Boyd. Tim was educated and graduated in the Saluda, NC Schools where he was introduced to some...
Joseph Brian Pack
Mar 13, 2024
Joseph Brian Pack has gained his wings today to be our Angel. He started his new calling on March 13th,2024. In Asheville, North Carolina. Joe was born April 17th 1962.
He was an amazing soulmate to his Wife Liberty Beth and he loved his Daughters, Lauren Wallace and Samantha Alexander.SO very much but let a lot of things get in the way of...
Julie Ann Owens
Feb 21, 2024
Julie Ann Owens
Flat Rock, North Carolina. Julie Owens, 82, passed away on February 21, 2024 at The Elizabeth House, Four Seasons Hospice in Flat Rock, NC.
Long time resident of Little Rock, Arkansas, she was the daughter of Julian Van Bateman and Lawanna Mae Upson of Texarkana , Arkansas. She was preceded in death by Leland Gary Goldman in August 2020....
Charles Henry Routh, IV
Feb 19, 2024
We are looking for the next of kin, if you have any information please contact A Simple Cremation at 828-418-6486.
Erik Vance
Feb 9, 2024
We are looking for the next of kin, if you have any information please call A Simple Cremation at 828-418-6486.
Alice Kathryn Canup
Feb 8, 2024
Alice Canup
Alice Canup, of Sapphire, passed away after a short battle with cancer on Feb. 8, 2024. She was born in Indianapolis is on Nov. 8, 1947 to the late William J. and Mary Lou Alsop.
She was preceded by the death of her brother John Alsop. Alice is survived by her husband Stephen to whom she was married to for...
Roger David Ridenour
Feb 7, 2024
Roger David Ridenour, born in LaFollette, Tennessee, on March 12, 1949, was called home to be with His Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on February 7, 2024. Roger was preceded into God’s Kingdom by his parents, Gene and Mabel Carroll Ridenour and brother, Reverend Dr. Ronnie Gene Ridenour.
Roger is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Carol Gardner Ridenour;...
Rev. Robert Bruce Pate
Jan 27, 2024
Rev. R Bruce Pate (retired) joined the Church Triumphant on January 27, 2024 at the age of 95. Bruce was born on January 3, 1929 in the small community of Institute in Lenoir County, NC.
After graduating from Wheat Swamp High School, Bruce entered Duke University, where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in history and then a 3-year Bachelor of Divinity....
Stephanie Jean Archuleta
Jan 20, 2024
Stephanie Jean Hart Archuleta, born February 6, 1969, to Dan Hart and Linda Summer and passed away January 20, 2024, at the age of 54.
She was preceded in death by her mom Linda Sumner Hill, her brother Ronnie Hicks and her daughter Rhichelle Horton.
Stephanie was so strong in her faith and undoubtedly was thrilled to go home to be with...
Thomas Boyd Walker
Jan 19, 2024
Thomas Boyd Walker
Brevard resident Thomas B. “Tommy” Walker, 82, passed away on January 19th, 2024 following a brief illness.
A son of the late George Thomas and Frances Eloise Walker, Tom was born in Chattanooga, TN and moved with his family to Brevard, NC in his senior year of high-school. It was then and there that he met the love of...
Verla Jean Wilkerson
Jan 17, 2024
Verla Jean Wilkerson, affectionately known as Jeannie was born to John and Lois Davis, nee Willis, the 15th day of January 1947, in Chattanooga, TN went on to her glory January 17th, 2024, after a long battle of Alzheimer's. Verla was raised by her grandparents Forest and Mae 'Mother' Willis, nee Gilbert, until she was 14 and then moved to...
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Perry Wayne Clement
May 26, 2024
Perry Clement, 65, of Canton passed away Sunday, May 26th, 2024, after a long battle of health issues. He was born in Asheville NC on June 5th, 1958, to the late Mitchel and Julia Mae Clement.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son Christopher (Chad) Clement, brothers, Alvin Clement, Larry Clement, Harold Clement, and Albert...
Timothy Joseph Cormier
May 20, 2024
Timothy Joseph Cormier, 37, passed away on May 20th 2024 at his home in Mills River.
Timothy was a native of Asheville. His favorite thing in life was spending time with his children, making them laugh and teaching them life lessons. He loved eating, working out and dancing. Most of all, He loved his kids.
He is survived by his son, Kylar...
Alan Cecil Williams
May 11, 2024
Alan C. Williams passed away at the John F. Keever Jr. Solace Center on May 11th, 2024 after a valiant fight against Parkinson’s Disease. His daughter and grandchildren were by his side.
Alan was born in Windsor, Vermont, on June 7th, 1940, the son of the late Merrill and Gertrude Williams.
Alan graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh in 1962 and SUNY Albany,...
Peggy Lee Jordan
May 11, 2024
It is with sadness and love after a lingering illness that we say goodbye to our sister.
Peggy Lee Jordan April 2, 1954 – May 11,2024, a native of Asheville, NC. Has passed away after a prolonged illness. Daughter of Harry L Jordan and Dorotha K Boyer, both deceased. A daughter Misty Waldrop Reeve (Jesse Reeve) grandchildren Marcus, Marissa, and...
Norma Jo Bell
Apr 24, 2024
Norma Jo Bell, age 71, of Franklin, NC, passed away on April 24, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on May 6, 1952, she brought immense joy to those around her.
Jo’s journey touched the lives of many, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of strength and resilience. She worked as a Registered Nurse for over 25 years...
James "Russ" Russell Jones
Apr 16, 2024
James “Russ” Russell Jones, 70, of Morganton passed away on April 16, 2024, at his residence. A native of Jacksonville, FL, he was the son of the late Charles Gordon Jones and Josephine Moody Jones.
Russ proudly served in the US Marine Corps and remained passionate about the military. For many years, Russ worked as a trim specialist in the...
William "Bill" F. Roland
Apr 12, 2024
William F. “Bill” Roland, 68, of Arden, NC passed away on April 12, 2024 after an unexpected heart attack. Bill was an Investment Advisor with Cambridge Investment Services. Bill was born on February 16, 1956 in Topeka, KS to Russ Roland and Kay Mulvaney Roland Allen. Bill graduated from Warner Robins High School in 1974. He then earned a BA...
Mary Helen Ball
Apr 12, 2024
We are looking for the next of kin, if you have any information please contact A Simple Cremation at 828-418-6486.
Dorothy Jean Vess
Apr 2, 2024
We are looking for the next of kin, if you have any information please contact A Simple Cremation at 828-418-6486.
Timothy Andrew Thompson
Mar 21, 2024
Mr. Timothy Andrew Thompson 55, of Hendersonville, NC went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, March 21, 2024. He was born June 29,1968 in Spartanburg, SC to his mother the late Mrs. Grace Ann Thompson and his father the late Mr. John Andrew Boyd. Tim was educated and graduated in the Saluda, NC Schools where he was introduced to some...
Joseph Brian Pack
Mar 13, 2024
Joseph Brian Pack has gained his wings today to be our Angel. He started his new calling on March 13th,2024. In Asheville, North Carolina. Joe was born April 17th 1962.
He was an amazing soulmate to his Wife Liberty Beth and he loved his Daughters, Lauren Wallace and Samantha Alexander.SO very much but let a lot of things get in the way of...
Julie Ann Owens
Feb 21, 2024
Julie Ann Owens
Flat Rock, North Carolina. Julie Owens, 82, passed away on February 21, 2024 at The Elizabeth House, Four Seasons Hospice in Flat Rock, NC.
Long time resident of Little Rock, Arkansas, she was the daughter of Julian Van Bateman and Lawanna Mae Upson of Texarkana , Arkansas. She was preceded in death by Leland Gary Goldman in August 2020....
Charles Henry Routh, IV
Feb 19, 2024
We are looking for the next of kin, if you have any information please contact A Simple Cremation at 828-418-6486.
Erik Vance
Feb 9, 2024
We are looking for the next of kin, if you have any information please call A Simple Cremation at 828-418-6486.
Alice Kathryn Canup
Feb 8, 2024
Alice Canup
Alice Canup, of Sapphire, passed away after a short battle with cancer on Feb. 8, 2024. She was born in Indianapolis is on Nov. 8, 1947 to the late William J. and Mary Lou Alsop.
She was preceded by the death of her brother John Alsop. Alice is survived by her husband Stephen to whom she was married to for...
Roger David Ridenour
Feb 7, 2024
Roger David Ridenour, born in LaFollette, Tennessee, on March 12, 1949, was called home to be with His Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on February 7, 2024. Roger was preceded into God’s Kingdom by his parents, Gene and Mabel Carroll Ridenour and brother, Reverend Dr. Ronnie Gene Ridenour.
Roger is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Carol Gardner Ridenour;...
Rev. Robert Bruce Pate
Jan 27, 2024
Rev. R Bruce Pate (retired) joined the Church Triumphant on January 27, 2024 at the age of 95. Bruce was born on January 3, 1929 in the small community of Institute in Lenoir County, NC.
After graduating from Wheat Swamp High School, Bruce entered Duke University, where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in history and then a 3-year Bachelor of Divinity....
Stephanie Jean Archuleta
Jan 20, 2024
Stephanie Jean Hart Archuleta, born February 6, 1969, to Dan Hart and Linda Summer and passed away January 20, 2024, at the age of 54.
She was preceded in death by her mom Linda Sumner Hill, her brother Ronnie Hicks and her daughter Rhichelle Horton.
Stephanie was so strong in her faith and undoubtedly was thrilled to go home to be with...
Thomas Boyd Walker
Jan 19, 2024
Thomas Boyd Walker
Brevard resident Thomas B. “Tommy” Walker, 82, passed away on January 19th, 2024 following a brief illness.
A son of the late George Thomas and Frances Eloise Walker, Tom was born in Chattanooga, TN and moved with his family to Brevard, NC in his senior year of high-school. It was then and there that he met the love of...
Verla Jean Wilkerson
Jan 17, 2024
Verla Jean Wilkerson, affectionately known as Jeannie was born to John and Lois Davis, nee Willis, the 15th day of January 1947, in Chattanooga, TN went on to her glory January 17th, 2024, after a long battle of Alzheimer's. Verla was raised by her grandparents Forest and Mae 'Mother' Willis, nee Gilbert, until she was 14 and then moved to...
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