Bruce moved to Biltmore Lake from the Maryland Eastern Shore six years ago. Prior to that, he lived in Northern Virginia and commuted to Washington, DC where he worked for the Federal government. Bruce’s social conscience was born in his youth in Mississippi from 1954 to 1962, a particularly challenging time in modern race relations.  He later graduated from the University of Maryland, majoring in political science and economics, and then attended...

Heaven’s gate opened this past Sunday, April 25, 2021 to allow William Mark Roberts to enter bliss.  After about three years of fighting metastatic melanoma, he looked forward to joining all his family, friends and neighbors that had gone on before him. He was born July 3, 1959 to the late Billy Gene and Ruby Hylton Roberts and spent his life in the Jupiter and Madison County area.  He married the love of his life Emily Breedlove in 1998. An accomplished carpenter and...

John Kevin Peters, 66, of Morganton, NC, passed away at his home on April 24, 2021. Born November 24, 1954, John was the son of the late Nolan and Faye Peters, of Marion, NC.  He is preceded in death by one brother, Melvin Peters, and one sister, Donna Brooks.  John is survived by his wife, Edith Peters; a son, Danny Hayden, and his wife, Angie; two daughters, Darlene Newton and her husband, John, and Peggy Belcher and her fiance, Eric; nine grandchildren and one...

Asheville- Lowell James Williams, 53, went to be with Jesus on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at John F. Keever Solace Center after a long, courageous battle with cancer.  A native of Candler, James was the son of the late Lowell Williams and Carolyn Murray Williams. In addition to his mother, he is also survived by a sister, Linda Williams Murphy; fiance, Janet Matheson Ellington; two daughters, Samantha Williams and Shana Williams; a son, Dakota Williams; four grandsons, Cole, Levi,...

Candler resident, Carin Engen, 74, passed away on April 4, 2021 at her home surrounded by family. Carin was born in Sacramento, CA but lived much of her life in Garberville, CA. She was the Daughter of her late parents, Clarence Engen and Betty Matson. She was an amazing felt artist and taught many workshops at events and places such as the Black Sheep Gathering, Oregon Flock and Fiber, Natural Fiber Fair, and John C. Campbell Folk School. She also enjoyed botanical printing, quilting,...

Arquilla Wood Lance, 81, of Asheville, passed away on March 30, 2021 after a long illness. She was the daughter of the late Ingle S. Wood of Sylva, NC and Mary Ella Painter Wood of Asheville, NC. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dale Lance of Asheville, NC and her son, Jeffery D. Deitz of Candler, NC, as well as two sisters, Glenda Wood and Ilene Wood Allison.  Arquilla is survived by a brother, Joseph R. Wood and his wife, Lynn of Weaverville, NC; two sisters, Vickie D....

Michael Edward Calloway, 57, born in Asheville NC. Fisherman, free spirit, hard worker and father of four passed away Thursday, March 25th 2021. Mike made an impact on everyone he met throughout his life. He was known for his work ethic, giving nature and his ability to catch a fish regardless of where he cast his pole. Anyone in need of something built, remodeled or a guiding hand could turn to Mike and he was always willing to lend a helping hand. He is preceded in death by his...

William Earl Justice 71, of Asheville, passed away on March 19, 2021, at Memorial Mission Hospital due to a chronic heart condition. He was born September 8, 1949, in Waynesville, to the late Bill Justice and Wanda Parris. He was a 1968 graduate of Pisgah High School. William is survived by his two daughters Kimberly Justice Dechant of Asheville and Kristy Justice Melton of Bethel, along with three granddaughters. There will be a private ceremony held at a later date. In lieu of flowers,...

Phillip D. Herndon Canton – Phillip Duncan Herndon, 73, passed away on Friday, February 19, 2021 at his residence. Phillip was a native and lifelong resident of Haywood County and was a son of the late Erasmus Duncan and Annie Louise Hutchinson Herndon.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Anita Eller. Philip was an avid NASCAR racing fan, and enthusiastically  supported Bill Elliott II throughout his racing career.  He is...

Tony Burroughs July 2, 1959 – February  17, 2021 Tony Burroughs entered the presence of Jesus Wednesday February 17, 2021 in Asheville, NC after battling liver cancer. Born Anthony Lee Jarrett, later adopted by family as Ralph Conners Burroughs, was a 6’4” gentle giant. Tony loved the Lord, attended Bible College and grew in his relationship with Christ. Along with his passion for history and Civil War reenactment, he enjoyed the beach, painting, photography and...