Obituaries
Richard James Fitzpatrick
May 25, 2026
Richard James Fitzpatrick, age 86, of Lake Junaluska, NC, passed away on Monday, May 25th, 2026.
Born in Evanston, IL, on November 9, 1939, he was the son of Agnes (Beston) Fitzpatrick and Richard Y. Fitzpatrick. He grew up in Evanston, IL, and Pelham, NY with his three siblings, Margaret, Jimmy, and Tommy. He married Alayne (Araman) Fitzpatrick and they bought...
Thomas Lee McCall
May 24, 2026
Thomas Lee McCall, of Brevard, NC, passed away on Sunday, May 24th, 2026 at the age of 78. Thomas was born on February 15th, 1948, in Brevard to Tom V. McCall and Ollie Mae Whitmire.
Thomas was an avid hunter and fisherman that also enjoyed making silver jewelry and fishing rods. A few of his accomplishments included being a 33rd Degree...
Willie Angela Dover Montville
May 22, 2026
Willie Angela Dover-Montville was born June 8th,1963, to parents Carl and Retta Dover, in Charlotte, NC.
Heaven gained a very talkative angel on May 22nd , 2026.
This wonderfully beautiful soul patiently awaits her two daughters, Ashley Montville and Amber Doyle. Son in law Christopher Doyle, her favorite nephew Tony Dover, her brother Carlton Dover and sister-in-law Susan Dover and niece Candice...
Lorena Boone
May 13, 2026
Lorena Clouse Boone, 78, of Shelby, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
Lorena was born on November 4, 1947, in Mars Hill, North Carolina, to Willie “Bill” Clouse and Ruby Higgins Clouse. From an early age, Lorena showed love, kindness, and unwavering support to her family and friends—qualities that shaped a life devoted...
Brian David Henry
May 11, 2026
Brian David Henry passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Elizabeth House in Flat Rock, North Carolina.
Brian was born in Franklin, North Carolina, to Donald Napoleon Henry and Miriam Judith Blaine.
Brian proudly served his country as a Marine in the United States military. He earned a bachelor’s degree with a major in History and a minor in Philosophy....
Stephen Joseph Griggs
May 10, 2026
Stephen Joseph Griggs, known to all as "Steve", passed away peacefully at his residence in Asheville, North Carolina on Sunday, May 10th, 2026.
Born in Morristown, New Jersey, to James Francis Griggs and Kathleen Joyce Murray, Steve was a true jack of all trades—a creator, fixer, and builder who was happiest when working with his hands. His life took him across...
Carolynn Lynda Smith
May 9, 2026
Carolynn Lynda Smith passed away in Asheville, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
Carolynn was born on August 22, 1944, in Washington, District of Columbia, to Richard Louis Stocksdale and Mamie Blanch Anderson Stocksdale.
In addition to being a devoted mother to her son, Todd Kent, Carolynn held many occupations throughout her life, including working as a bartender and as a...
Jeffrey William Fox
May 8, 2026
Jeffrey William Fox passed away peacefully on Friday, May 8, 2026, in Asheville, North Carolina.
Jeff was loved by his family and friends and deeply loved them in return.
There was probably no one who met Jeff who didn’t like him, and he was especially admired by children, dogs and cats.
He was an athlete and math whiz, and enjoyed bike riding, working...
Denise Walker Lucas
May 5, 2026
Denise Walker Lucas passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, on November 2, 1969, Denise was the daughter of Paulette Evans and Dennis Randolph Walker. She was raised in Gastonia, North Carolina, alongside her stepfather, Ernest Crocker, and her siblings, Shannon Walker and Chanda Crocker.
A graduate of East Gaston High...
Douglas Dale DeMorest
May 5, 2026
Douglas Dale DeMorest, lovingly known to many as “Dougie,” passed away peacefully in Haywood County, North Carolina, while in the care of Smoky Mountain Rehabilitation and Health Center. He was a man remembered for his hardworking spirit, kind heart, love of animals, and appreciation for the simple beauty found in nature and life’s quiet moments.
Doug was born in Mason, Michigan,...
Gary Lee Ray
May 4, 2026
Gary Lee Ray, 63, of Asheville, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026.
Gary was born on January 18, 1963, in Asheville, North Carolina, to James Franklin Ray II and Priscilla Arvalee Wallace Ray. He and his siblings were raised in south Asheville, in the family home where Gary continued to reside throughout his life.
He loved the mountains and the place...
Paula Marie Wilkie
May 3, 2026
Paula Marie Wilkie, a loving mother, sister, and friend, passed away surrounded by the memories and love she shared with those closest to her. Born in Tampa to Johnny Mack Goodman and Barbara Ann Goodman, Paula carried a warm and caring spirit throughout her life.
In 1975, Paula made South Carolina her home, where she built a life centered around family,...
Walter Ronald Pirie
May 3, 2026
Born in Toronto, Canada, on December 31st, 1934, Walter Pirie, a man whose life was defined by a deep dedication and reverence for the Earth, and the precise beauty of numbers, passed away Sunday, May 3rd, at the age of 91. A retired Professor of Statistics at Virginia Tech, Walt spent his career attempting to persuade his students that the...
Patricia Lee Addison
Apr 28, 2026
Patricia Lee Addison, of Cherokee, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in Asheville, North Carolina. She will be remembered for her warm heart, her strong spirit, and the way she quietly cared for those around her.
Patricia was born to Richard Lee Everhart and Elizabeth Marie Meahan on June 16th, 1954 in Vallejo California. Patricia carried with her...
Paula Marie O'Donnell
Apr 27, 2026
Paula Marie O’Donnell, (Beninati), of Franklin,NC, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 27, 2026, at the age of 76.
Born on December 5, 1949, Paula lived a life marked by intelligence, compassion, and deep devotion to her family.
Paula was born to Salvatore Michael Beninati and Josephine Joanne Cinardo. She built a meaningful career as a laboratory technician in human genomics, a...
Danielle Grace Ciaramitaro
Apr 18, 2026
Danielle Grace Ciaramitaro went to be with Jesus on April 18, 2026.
Born on Saturday, June 9, 1984, in Edenton, Chowan County, North Carolina, Danielle was the beloved daughter of Thomas and Susan Ciaramitaro. She spent her early years in Eastern North Carolina and later made her home in Flat Rock, North Carolina.
Danielle pursued her calling with dedication and faith, earning...
Petra Strauss Jason
Apr 17, 2026
Petra Strauss Jason, a woman of strength, spirit, and enduring love, passed away on April 17th, 2026 after a life marked by resilience, creativity, and deep devotion to her family.
Petra was raised by her father Frank, alongside her younger brother Bert and grandmother Jeanette. From an early age, she adapted to change with courage—a trait that would come to define...
Francis Leonard Slaughter
Apr 15, 2026
Francis Leonard Slaughter, a beloved resident of Asheville, North Carolina, for 55 years, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026.
Leonard was born in Helena, Arkansas, where he lived with his family until entering the United States Navy in 1958. During his service, he worked in aviation electronics, beginning a lifelong talent for understanding how things work and a gift for...
Antoinette Sandra Morris
Apr 9, 2026
Antoinette Morris, of Morganton, NC, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Swannanoa Valley Rehabilitation in Swannanoa, NC. Affectionately known as “Toni,” she will be greatly missed.
Toni was born on October 11, 1967, in Camden, New Jersey, to Robert and Lucille Morris. She grew up in Pennsauken, New Jersey. It was at First Baptist Church...
Pamela Kay Smith
Apr 5, 2026
Pamela Kay Smith, affectionately known as “Woman,” passed away on April 5, 2026.
Pamela was born on January 18, 1956, in Asheville, North Carolina, to Cecil Hoyt Smith and Hazel Merleen Warren. She grew up alongside her sister, Merleen, in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina and remained a lifelong resident of Candler.
Pamela had a deep love for animals, football, and,...
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Recent Obituaries in Buncombe County, North Carolina
Richard James Fitzpatrick
May 25, 2026
Richard James Fitzpatrick, age 86, of Lake Junaluska, NC, passed away on Monday, May 25th, 2026.
Born in Evanston, IL, on November 9, 1939, he was the son of Agnes (Beston) Fitzpatrick and Richard Y. Fitzpatrick. He grew up in Evanston, IL, and Pelham, NY with his three siblings, Margaret, Jimmy, and Tommy. He married Alayne (Araman) Fitzpatrick and they bought...
Thomas Lee McCall
May 24, 2026
Thomas Lee McCall, of Brevard, NC, passed away on Sunday, May 24th, 2026 at the age of 78. Thomas was born on February 15th, 1948, in Brevard to Tom V. McCall and Ollie Mae Whitmire.
Thomas was an avid hunter and fisherman that also enjoyed making silver jewelry and fishing rods. A few of his accomplishments included being a 33rd Degree...
Willie Angela Dover Montville
May 22, 2026
Willie Angela Dover-Montville was born June 8th,1963, to parents Carl and Retta Dover, in Charlotte, NC.
Heaven gained a very talkative angel on May 22nd , 2026.
This wonderfully beautiful soul patiently awaits her two daughters, Ashley Montville and Amber Doyle. Son in law Christopher Doyle, her favorite nephew Tony Dover, her brother Carlton Dover and sister-in-law Susan Dover and niece Candice...
Lorena Boone
May 13, 2026
Lorena Clouse Boone, 78, of Shelby, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
Lorena was born on November 4, 1947, in Mars Hill, North Carolina, to Willie “Bill” Clouse and Ruby Higgins Clouse. From an early age, Lorena showed love, kindness, and unwavering support to her family and friends—qualities that shaped a life devoted...
Brian David Henry
May 11, 2026
Brian David Henry passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Elizabeth House in Flat Rock, North Carolina.
Brian was born in Franklin, North Carolina, to Donald Napoleon Henry and Miriam Judith Blaine.
Brian proudly served his country as a Marine in the United States military. He earned a bachelor’s degree with a major in History and a minor in Philosophy....
Stephen Joseph Griggs
May 10, 2026
Stephen Joseph Griggs, known to all as "Steve", passed away peacefully at his residence in Asheville, North Carolina on Sunday, May 10th, 2026.
Born in Morristown, New Jersey, to James Francis Griggs and Kathleen Joyce Murray, Steve was a true jack of all trades—a creator, fixer, and builder who was happiest when working with his hands. His life took him across...
Carolynn Lynda Smith
May 9, 2026
Carolynn Lynda Smith passed away in Asheville, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
Carolynn was born on August 22, 1944, in Washington, District of Columbia, to Richard Louis Stocksdale and Mamie Blanch Anderson Stocksdale.
In addition to being a devoted mother to her son, Todd Kent, Carolynn held many occupations throughout her life, including working as a bartender and as a...
Jeffrey William Fox
May 8, 2026
Jeffrey William Fox passed away peacefully on Friday, May 8, 2026, in Asheville, North Carolina.
Jeff was loved by his family and friends and deeply loved them in return.
There was probably no one who met Jeff who didn’t like him, and he was especially admired by children, dogs and cats.
He was an athlete and math whiz, and enjoyed bike riding, working...
Denise Walker Lucas
May 5, 2026
Denise Walker Lucas passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, on November 2, 1969, Denise was the daughter of Paulette Evans and Dennis Randolph Walker. She was raised in Gastonia, North Carolina, alongside her stepfather, Ernest Crocker, and her siblings, Shannon Walker and Chanda Crocker.
A graduate of East Gaston High...
Douglas Dale DeMorest
May 5, 2026
Douglas Dale DeMorest, lovingly known to many as “Dougie,” passed away peacefully in Haywood County, North Carolina, while in the care of Smoky Mountain Rehabilitation and Health Center. He was a man remembered for his hardworking spirit, kind heart, love of animals, and appreciation for the simple beauty found in nature and life’s quiet moments.
Doug was born in Mason, Michigan,...
Gary Lee Ray
May 4, 2026
Gary Lee Ray, 63, of Asheville, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026.
Gary was born on January 18, 1963, in Asheville, North Carolina, to James Franklin Ray II and Priscilla Arvalee Wallace Ray. He and his siblings were raised in south Asheville, in the family home where Gary continued to reside throughout his life.
He loved the mountains and the place...
Paula Marie Wilkie
May 3, 2026
Paula Marie Wilkie, a loving mother, sister, and friend, passed away surrounded by the memories and love she shared with those closest to her. Born in Tampa to Johnny Mack Goodman and Barbara Ann Goodman, Paula carried a warm and caring spirit throughout her life.
In 1975, Paula made South Carolina her home, where she built a life centered around family,...
Walter Ronald Pirie
May 3, 2026
Born in Toronto, Canada, on December 31st, 1934, Walter Pirie, a man whose life was defined by a deep dedication and reverence for the Earth, and the precise beauty of numbers, passed away Sunday, May 3rd, at the age of 91. A retired Professor of Statistics at Virginia Tech, Walt spent his career attempting to persuade his students that the...
Patricia Lee Addison
Apr 28, 2026
Patricia Lee Addison, of Cherokee, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in Asheville, North Carolina. She will be remembered for her warm heart, her strong spirit, and the way she quietly cared for those around her.
Patricia was born to Richard Lee Everhart and Elizabeth Marie Meahan on June 16th, 1954 in Vallejo California. Patricia carried with her...
Paula Marie O'Donnell
Apr 27, 2026
Paula Marie O’Donnell, (Beninati), of Franklin,NC, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 27, 2026, at the age of 76.
Born on December 5, 1949, Paula lived a life marked by intelligence, compassion, and deep devotion to her family.
Paula was born to Salvatore Michael Beninati and Josephine Joanne Cinardo. She built a meaningful career as a laboratory technician in human genomics, a...
Danielle Grace Ciaramitaro
Apr 18, 2026
Danielle Grace Ciaramitaro went to be with Jesus on April 18, 2026.
Born on Saturday, June 9, 1984, in Edenton, Chowan County, North Carolina, Danielle was the beloved daughter of Thomas and Susan Ciaramitaro. She spent her early years in Eastern North Carolina and later made her home in Flat Rock, North Carolina.
Danielle pursued her calling with dedication and faith, earning...
Petra Strauss Jason
Apr 17, 2026
Petra Strauss Jason, a woman of strength, spirit, and enduring love, passed away on April 17th, 2026 after a life marked by resilience, creativity, and deep devotion to her family.
Petra was raised by her father Frank, alongside her younger brother Bert and grandmother Jeanette. From an early age, she adapted to change with courage—a trait that would come to define...
Francis Leonard Slaughter
Apr 15, 2026
Francis Leonard Slaughter, a beloved resident of Asheville, North Carolina, for 55 years, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026.
Leonard was born in Helena, Arkansas, where he lived with his family until entering the United States Navy in 1958. During his service, he worked in aviation electronics, beginning a lifelong talent for understanding how things work and a gift for...
Antoinette Sandra Morris
Apr 9, 2026
Antoinette Morris, of Morganton, NC, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Swannanoa Valley Rehabilitation in Swannanoa, NC. Affectionately known as “Toni,” she will be greatly missed.
Toni was born on October 11, 1967, in Camden, New Jersey, to Robert and Lucille Morris. She grew up in Pennsauken, New Jersey. It was at First Baptist Church...
Pamela Kay Smith
Apr 5, 2026
Pamela Kay Smith, affectionately known as “Woman,” passed away on April 5, 2026.
Pamela was born on January 18, 1956, in Asheville, North Carolina, to Cecil Hoyt Smith and Hazel Merleen Warren. She grew up alongside her sister, Merleen, in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina and remained a lifelong resident of Candler.
Pamela had a deep love for animals, football, and,...
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