Obituaries
Nicolas Uriostegui Fernandez
Oct 27, 2026
Nicolas Uriostegui Fernandez was born on September 10, 1933, in Apaxtla, Guerrero, Mexico, and grew up in Petlacala, Guerrero. Throughout his life, he carried with him the roots, customs, and traditions of his homeland.
A hardworking farmer, Nicolas devoted himself to his work and to building a life for his family. His Catholic faith was an important part of his life,...
Suzanne Jean Dudley
Oct 25, 2026
Suzanne Jean Dudley passed away on October 25, 2026, in Asheville, North Carolina.
Suzanne, or Suzy as she was affectionately known, was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and grew up in South Euclid. She attended Christ the King for grade school, St. Margaret Mary's for 7th and 8th, and graduated from Beaumont School.
Throughout her life, she created homes filled with laughter, good...
Linda Lee Griffin
Oct 12, 2026
Linda Lee Griffin passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 12, 2026.
Linda was born on January 4, 1947, in Bristol, Virginia, to Allen Clayton Lee and Ada Smith Lee.
She married her high school sweetheart, Corky Brumet, and together they welcomed two children, Marci and Brett. In 1972, the family moved to Atlanta, Georgia, where they built their lives...
Raymond Armand Berthiaume
Oct 10, 2026
Raymond Armand Berthiaume passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026, in Hendersonville, NC, after a long life made full through his humor, creativity, and insightful conversations.
He was born in Hartford, CT, to Marie (Rose) Cayer and Armand Berthiaume in 1931. His stepfather, Howard Bent, also became an important part of his life from his mid-teens onward.
He felt called to the...
William "Bill" Lenoir Bishop Jr.
Oct 8, 2026
William Lenoir Bishop Jr., affectionately known as “Bill,” died on Thursday October, 8th, 2026 in Transylvania Hospital.
Bill was born on October 12, 1935, in Brevard, North Carolina, to William Lenoir Bishop Sr. and Marguerite Axon Bishop. A lifelong resident of Cedar Mountain, Bill grew up surrounded by family, sharing his childhood with his siblings Arthur, Harry, Stan, Dennis, Marguerite, Carl,...
Catherine Joy Lynch
Oct 7, 2026
Catherine Joy Lynch, nee Bear, was born on Long Island NY in Baldwin on August 1, 1944.
One of two children born to Franklin and Joy Bear, her father was from Illinois and her mother
was born in China to Baptist missionaries. Her father was a photographer and filmmaker often
employed by the Catholic church, and her mother was employed as a commercial...
Pamela M. Avillion
Sep 30, 2026
Pamela M. Avillion, affectionately known as "Pammy" to her family and “Pam” to others, passed away at home on Wednesday.
Born and raised in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, Pam was the youngest of fourteen children born to Anthony and Irene Avillion. She graduated from Hazleton High School in 1969 and remained proud of her hometown roots throughout her life.
In her younger years, Pam...
Guy Robert Gettinger III
Aug 31, 2026
Guy Robert Gettinger III, 62, of Canton, North Carolina, passed away in Asheville, North Carolina, on August 31, 2026.
Guy was born on December 17, 1963, in Broward County, Florida, to Robert Gettinger and Chearie Dukes.
Guy was a warm and upbeat person who never knew a stranger. He had a natural way of making people feel welcome and was known for...
Julia Marie McKinney
Aug 28, 2026
Marie McKinney, known affectionately to all as Marie, passed away leaving behind a legacy of profound love, family devotion, and vibrant joy.
Born in Asheville, NC (Buncombe County), Marie grew up in Asheville and attended Biltmore School. She was raised by her loving parents, Dradon Gilbert Ingle Sr. and Virginia Rose Ingle, as well as Maude Melson Ingle.
Marie’s life was defined...
Mary Elizabeth Boone Bridges
Aug 25, 2026
In Loving Memory of Mary Elizabeth Bridges
Mary, the daughter of the late Donnie and Susie Mae Edwards Boone, was born on January 13, 1945, and peacefully departed this life on August 25, 2026.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Cheryl Bridges Smith, and her siblings, Alvania Boone, Lola Ferguson, Randall Boone, and Lillie...
Eva Marie Urso
Aug 25, 2026
Eva Marie Urso, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, kindness, and cherished memories.
Eva was a longtime member of St. Timothy Lutheran Church in Norfolk, Virginia, where she found a treasured sense of community and belonging. Her faith and her church family were an important part of her life, and she...
Teresa Faye Jennings Register
Aug 24, 2026
Teresa Faye Jennings Register
Teresa Faye Jennings Register was born to James Henly Jennings and Cleo Violet Caudill Jennings on the 11th day of April, 1950, in Odd, WV.
On this past Monday, the 24th day of August, 2026, Faye went home to be with God.
Faye was preceded in death by her husband, Richard B. Register; her Momma, Cleo Jennings; her Daddy,...
Richard Steven Queen
Aug 14, 2026
Richard Steven Queen, 73, of Waynesville passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026, at Mission Hospital.
Known as “Rick” to his family and friends, he was born on February 18, 1953, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to the late D.B. Queen and Maxine Mease Queen. When he was two years old his family moved to Waynesville, NC where he lived and called...
Chyrel Ann Griffith Hough
Aug 12, 2026
Chyrel passed away August 12, 2026. She was born August 13, 1957, to Eugene and Audrey Griffith in Canton, Ohio. Chyrel attended Canton South High School where she would meet the man who would become her husband of 48 years.
Ernest Hough who loved and supported her and will carry her love and companionship forever in his heart. Together they would...
Christopher Larue Justus
Aug 7, 2026
Christopher Larue Justus, 54, of Hendersonville, NC, passed away on August 7, 2026. Born on August 9, 1971, Christopher was a man of many talents and passions who left an indelible mark on those who knew him.
Christopher was born in Bat Cave, NC and attended school in Edneyville. He built a diverse career, excelling in the hospitality industry through engineering...
Sharon Lynn Hoyle
Aug 5, 2026
Sharon “Nana Sherry” Hoyle
Sharon Hoyle, lovingly known as “Nana Sherry,” passed away surrounded by the love of those who meant the most to her. She will be remembered especially for the love and devotion she gave to her family, and for the special place she held in the hearts of her grandchildren.
Sharon was born in Haywood County, North Carolina, to...
Grant Joseph DesRoches Jr.
Aug 2, 2026
Grant Joseph DesRoches Jr., 87, passed away on August 2, 2026, at Mission Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina.
Born on June 15, 1939, Grant grew up in Lebanon, New Hampshire, where he graduated from Woodbury High School in 1958.
He lived a full and adventurous life, finding joy in family, the outdoors, cooking, building, dancing, music, and—above all—his beloved wife, Barbara “Barbie.”...
Owen Brian Isaacs
Jul 26, 2026
Bishop Owen Brian Isaacs went home to be with his Lord and Savior on July 26, 2026, at his residence in Candler, North Carolina. He was 70 years old.
Owen was born in Asheville, North Carolina, on January 2, 1956, to OB and Rose Isaacs. Alongside his brother, Ricky, he was raised in a family rooted in faith, where studying the...
Michael Walker Arthur
Jul 24, 2026
Michael Walker Arthur, 71, passed on Friday, July 24, 2026, at a health care facility in Asheville, NC.
He was the son of the late William Hayne and Margaret White Arthur. Mike is survived by his wife, Rayanna; daughters, Tara Lingerfeldt (Matt), Sarah Honeycutt (Justin), and Audrey Arthur; brothers, Pete and Alec (Elaine); sisters, Alison Woodard, Nancy Manning (Ricky), and Clare...
Scott Alan Mitchell
Jul 22, 2026
Scott Alan Mitchell, of Sylva, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
Scott was born on Wednesday, August 22, 1979, in Plantation, Florida, to Timothy and Lynda Mitchell. He grew up alongside his brother, Mark, in Loxahatchee Groves, Florida, and also spent part of his childhood in Margate, Florida, before making North Carolina his home ten years ago.
A gifted...
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Recent Obituaries in Buncombe County, North Carolina
Nicolas Uriostegui Fernandez
Oct 27, 2026
Nicolas Uriostegui Fernandez was born on September 10, 1933, in Apaxtla, Guerrero, Mexico, and grew up in Petlacala, Guerrero. Throughout his life, he carried with him the roots, customs, and traditions of his homeland.
A hardworking farmer, Nicolas devoted himself to his work and to building a life for his family. His Catholic faith was an important part of his life,...
Suzanne Jean Dudley
Oct 25, 2026
Suzanne Jean Dudley passed away on October 25, 2026, in Asheville, North Carolina.
Suzanne, or Suzy as she was affectionately known, was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and grew up in South Euclid. She attended Christ the King for grade school, St. Margaret Mary's for 7th and 8th, and graduated from Beaumont School.
Throughout her life, she created homes filled with laughter, good...
Linda Lee Griffin
Oct 12, 2026
Linda Lee Griffin passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 12, 2026.
Linda was born on January 4, 1947, in Bristol, Virginia, to Allen Clayton Lee and Ada Smith Lee.
She married her high school sweetheart, Corky Brumet, and together they welcomed two children, Marci and Brett. In 1972, the family moved to Atlanta, Georgia, where they built their lives...
Raymond Armand Berthiaume
Oct 10, 2026
Raymond Armand Berthiaume passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026, in Hendersonville, NC, after a long life made full through his humor, creativity, and insightful conversations.
He was born in Hartford, CT, to Marie (Rose) Cayer and Armand Berthiaume in 1931. His stepfather, Howard Bent, also became an important part of his life from his mid-teens onward.
He felt called to the...
William "Bill" Lenoir Bishop Jr.
Oct 8, 2026
William Lenoir Bishop Jr., affectionately known as “Bill,” died on Thursday October, 8th, 2026 in Transylvania Hospital.
Bill was born on October 12, 1935, in Brevard, North Carolina, to William Lenoir Bishop Sr. and Marguerite Axon Bishop. A lifelong resident of Cedar Mountain, Bill grew up surrounded by family, sharing his childhood with his siblings Arthur, Harry, Stan, Dennis, Marguerite, Carl,...
Catherine Joy Lynch
Oct 7, 2026
Catherine Joy Lynch, nee Bear, was born on Long Island NY in Baldwin on August 1, 1944.
One of two children born to Franklin and Joy Bear, her father was from Illinois and her mother
was born in China to Baptist missionaries. Her father was a photographer and filmmaker often
employed by the Catholic church, and her mother was employed as a commercial...
Pamela M. Avillion
Sep 30, 2026
Pamela M. Avillion, affectionately known as "Pammy" to her family and “Pam” to others, passed away at home on Wednesday.
Born and raised in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, Pam was the youngest of fourteen children born to Anthony and Irene Avillion. She graduated from Hazleton High School in 1969 and remained proud of her hometown roots throughout her life.
In her younger years, Pam...
Guy Robert Gettinger III
Aug 31, 2026
Guy Robert Gettinger III, 62, of Canton, North Carolina, passed away in Asheville, North Carolina, on August 31, 2026.
Guy was born on December 17, 1963, in Broward County, Florida, to Robert Gettinger and Chearie Dukes.
Guy was a warm and upbeat person who never knew a stranger. He had a natural way of making people feel welcome and was known for...
Julia Marie McKinney
Aug 28, 2026
Marie McKinney, known affectionately to all as Marie, passed away leaving behind a legacy of profound love, family devotion, and vibrant joy.
Born in Asheville, NC (Buncombe County), Marie grew up in Asheville and attended Biltmore School. She was raised by her loving parents, Dradon Gilbert Ingle Sr. and Virginia Rose Ingle, as well as Maude Melson Ingle.
Marie’s life was defined...
Mary Elizabeth Boone Bridges
Aug 25, 2026
In Loving Memory of Mary Elizabeth Bridges
Mary, the daughter of the late Donnie and Susie Mae Edwards Boone, was born on January 13, 1945, and peacefully departed this life on August 25, 2026.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Cheryl Bridges Smith, and her siblings, Alvania Boone, Lola Ferguson, Randall Boone, and Lillie...
Eva Marie Urso
Aug 25, 2026
Eva Marie Urso, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, kindness, and cherished memories.
Eva was a longtime member of St. Timothy Lutheran Church in Norfolk, Virginia, where she found a treasured sense of community and belonging. Her faith and her church family were an important part of her life, and she...
Teresa Faye Jennings Register
Aug 24, 2026
Teresa Faye Jennings Register
Teresa Faye Jennings Register was born to James Henly Jennings and Cleo Violet Caudill Jennings on the 11th day of April, 1950, in Odd, WV.
On this past Monday, the 24th day of August, 2026, Faye went home to be with God.
Faye was preceded in death by her husband, Richard B. Register; her Momma, Cleo Jennings; her Daddy,...
Richard Steven Queen
Aug 14, 2026
Richard Steven Queen, 73, of Waynesville passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026, at Mission Hospital.
Known as “Rick” to his family and friends, he was born on February 18, 1953, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to the late D.B. Queen and Maxine Mease Queen. When he was two years old his family moved to Waynesville, NC where he lived and called...
Chyrel Ann Griffith Hough
Aug 12, 2026
Chyrel passed away August 12, 2026. She was born August 13, 1957, to Eugene and Audrey Griffith in Canton, Ohio. Chyrel attended Canton South High School where she would meet the man who would become her husband of 48 years.
Ernest Hough who loved and supported her and will carry her love and companionship forever in his heart. Together they would...
Christopher Larue Justus
Aug 7, 2026
Christopher Larue Justus, 54, of Hendersonville, NC, passed away on August 7, 2026. Born on August 9, 1971, Christopher was a man of many talents and passions who left an indelible mark on those who knew him.
Christopher was born in Bat Cave, NC and attended school in Edneyville. He built a diverse career, excelling in the hospitality industry through engineering...
Sharon Lynn Hoyle
Aug 5, 2026
Sharon “Nana Sherry” Hoyle
Sharon Hoyle, lovingly known as “Nana Sherry,” passed away surrounded by the love of those who meant the most to her. She will be remembered especially for the love and devotion she gave to her family, and for the special place she held in the hearts of her grandchildren.
Sharon was born in Haywood County, North Carolina, to...
Grant Joseph DesRoches Jr.
Aug 2, 2026
Grant Joseph DesRoches Jr., 87, passed away on August 2, 2026, at Mission Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina.
Born on June 15, 1939, Grant grew up in Lebanon, New Hampshire, where he graduated from Woodbury High School in 1958.
He lived a full and adventurous life, finding joy in family, the outdoors, cooking, building, dancing, music, and—above all—his beloved wife, Barbara “Barbie.”...
Owen Brian Isaacs
Jul 26, 2026
Bishop Owen Brian Isaacs went home to be with his Lord and Savior on July 26, 2026, at his residence in Candler, North Carolina. He was 70 years old.
Owen was born in Asheville, North Carolina, on January 2, 1956, to OB and Rose Isaacs. Alongside his brother, Ricky, he was raised in a family rooted in faith, where studying the...
Michael Walker Arthur
Jul 24, 2026
Michael Walker Arthur, 71, passed on Friday, July 24, 2026, at a health care facility in Asheville, NC.
He was the son of the late William Hayne and Margaret White Arthur. Mike is survived by his wife, Rayanna; daughters, Tara Lingerfeldt (Matt), Sarah Honeycutt (Justin), and Audrey Arthur; brothers, Pete and Alec (Elaine); sisters, Alison Woodard, Nancy Manning (Ricky), and Clare...
Scott Alan Mitchell
Jul 22, 2026
Scott Alan Mitchell, of Sylva, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
Scott was born on Wednesday, August 22, 1979, in Plantation, Florida, to Timothy and Lynda Mitchell. He grew up alongside his brother, Mark, in Loxahatchee Groves, Florida, and also spent part of his childhood in Margate, Florida, before making North Carolina his home ten years ago.
A gifted...
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