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...

Betty Sue Gaddy Holcombe, 85, of Canton passed away on Monday, February 15, 2021 at her residence surrounded by her family. A native of Haywood County, she was the daughter of the late Bill and Ellen Shuford Gaddy.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Carroll Henry Holcombe in 2009. She is survived by her sons, Ronald Holcombe, Danny Holcombe, Togie Holcombe and Donald Holcombe all of Canton and eleven grandchildren. Private services will be held.

Scott Steven Macfarlane, 44, of Asheville, went to be with the Lord on February 15, 2021.  He leaves behind his wife Sasha (nee Foltynewicz); his parents, John Steven and Barbara (Tyre) Macfarlane of Otto; a brother, Eric (Abigail); and many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.  He was preceded in death by an infant brother, John Kirk Macfarlane; grandparents, Robert (Bob) and Joyce Macfarlane of West Palm Beach, and George C....

Fletcher, Mary Barnes Ogle, 84, passed away on February 12, 2021 at Advent Health of Hendersonville. A native of Fletcher, she was the daughter of the late Homer and Helen Barnes.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one son, David Branam; two brothers, Junior and Howard Barnes; three sisters, Nina Barnes, Shirley Surrett, and Barbara Bishop; and one grandson, Charles Dale Branam. Mary enjoyed working in her flower beds. She also loved crafting, yard sales, and...

William Terry Fleming passed away on Saturday, February 6, at Haywood Regional Hospital. Born on August 30, 1951, Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Reuben and Willie Rhinehart Fleming, and his sister, Elaine Rowland.  He is survived by his son, Tony (Jamie) Fleming; a brother, Donald Fleming; and two grandsons. After serving in the Army, Terry worked at Winn Dixie as a meat cutter for over 25 years. He was a loving son, brother, father, and grandfather.  Terry loved...

Susan Alice Levine, 67, of Asheville died on Wednesday, February 3, 2021. No services are planned at this time.

James Richard Frisbee, age 70, died peacefully  1/23/21 at his Candler home after long battle of bladder cancer. Born 1/6/51 to William/Pearl(Corn)Frisbee (both deceased),grew up in Candler,EnkaHS’69 graduate. Survived by his beloved wife Anne(Finke)Frisbee (married 11/29/80 at ZionLutheranChurch,Marengo,IL);  adopted daughter StephanieAnn(Jon)Cabe/Candler; ex-wife Cherie(Freeland)Frisbee/Fletcher & sons JohnRichardFrisbee/Asheville and...

Linda Lanning Burrell, 63, went to her heavenly home on January 19, 2021 at Mountain View Assisted Living after a short illness. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 6, 2021 at 11 AM at Maple Hill Baptist Church, 186 Holly Springs Road, Etowah, NC 28729. Linda was born on February 22, 1957 in Asheville, North Carolina. She was a devoted Christian, and loving wife and mother. She is survived by her husband, Michael Burrell; a daughter, Christine Martin; and...

Joyce Ann Brown, 71, of Port Saint Lucie, Florida passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2020. A native of Stroud, Oklahoma, she was daughter of the late Percy Lee and Grace Marie Geyer Waltman. She is survived by her four children and their families. Services will be private.