Obituaries
Diane Wells
Mar 27, 2025
Diane Wells, a beloved mother of three, passed away on Thursday, March 27th, at the age of 65, surrounded by her three children.
Diane was adopted into the loving family of Ruby and Horace Buchanan. Her disposition and personality were one of open arms and smiles. Always making friends when the opportunity presented. Community driven, she helped run a non-profit animal...
Rena Marie Sawyer
Mar 24, 2025
Rena Marie Sawyer Myers was born to Dennis and Lynn Sawyer on October 1,1971 in Baltimore, Maryland. Raised by her mother and father, Irma and Lee Reedy. Rena departed this life on Monday, March 24th, 2025.
Rena received her formal education at Montreat College, receiving her bachelor’s degree and working many years as a beloved social worker to all the children...
Gretchen Clasby
Mar 12, 2025
Gretchen Clasby, a beloved artist and entrepreneur, passed away on Wednesday, March 12th at the age of 80 in her home surrounded by loved ones. Gretchen was born on January 3rd in Tulsa, Oklahoma and has been a resident of Waynesville, NC for the past 30 years.
Gretchen’s artistic journey led her from Oklahoma to Texas and then to North Carolina...
Mary Katherine Tims
Mar 5, 2025
Mary Katherine Tims died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at her residence in Hendersonville, North Carolina. She was 100 years young. Mary is remembered for her varied interests and talents, service to country, and devotion to family. Born in Eudora, Arkansas in 1924, she was the first child of Mr. and Mrs. P. A. Tims, Sr....
Cody Lee Connolly
Mar 2, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved brother, Cody Lee Conolly, 43, of Swannanoa, NC. Cody was born on March 5, 1981 and entered into rest on March 2, 2025, where he now rests in the arms of our Lord and Savior.
As a son, brother, father, friend, and, most importantly, a believer in God’s saving grace,...
Roger Allen Stewart
Feb 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roger Allen Stewart, who was born on January 14, 1952, and passed away on February 21, 2025. Roger left this life in the same way he lived it, with quiet resolve, dignity, and surrounded by his loving family.
Roger is survived by his beloved wife, Karen Stewart, and his devoted...
Joel Douglas Downs
Feb 17, 2025
Joel Douglas Downs, age 67, of Asheville, NC, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025 following an extended illness. He was born in Johnson City, TN on December 21, 1957, but he lived most of his life in Buncombe County.
He was a graduate of AC Reynolds High School, Class of 1976, and a graduate of A-B Tech where he earned...
Maxine Mease Queen
Feb 16, 2025
Maxine M. Queen, 96, passed away on February 16, 2025 at Autumn Care of Waynesville.
Maxine was born in Canton, N.C. to Frank Mease and Tulen Henson Mease. She was also preceded
in death by her husband, D.B. Queen, and sisters Louise M. Reno and Frankie Ruth M. Queen. Maxine
had fond memories of growing up on Henson Cove Road with her sisters...
Doris Bodford
Feb 15, 2025
We are looking for the next of kin, if you have any information please contact A Simple Cremation at 828-418-6486.
Wilma Jean Garren Gates
Feb 13, 2025
Wilma J. Gates, 63, of Mill Spring, NC went to be with the Lord on February 13th, 2025.
Originally from Hendersonville, NC, she was born to the late Grady C. Garren (d.2023) and the late Veneida Jenkins (d.2007) on October 18th 1961. Wilma worked at the Kounty Line BP for 17 years or more. She loved being with her family &...
Joan Ana-Leo
Feb 3, 2025
Joan Ana-Leo, age 86, of Asheville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 3, 2025 at home in Asheville, North Carolina
She was a native resident of Lake Forest, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Leo Richard Kupskey and Anna Kupskey, Anne Jadrich. She was preceded in death by her Brothers Leo C. Kupskey, Sr. and...
Claude Arthur Moore
Jan 20, 2025
Claude Arthur Moore, age 86 of Franklin, passed away of natural causes on January 20, 2025,
at his home surrounded by family. He was born in the Rose Creek Community on August 5,
1938, to the late Arthur Wilburn Moore and the late Gertrude Beulah Welch Moore. He was a Jehovah's Witness by faith. He was also a talented master carpenter, and...
Trina Marie Larson
Jan 2, 2025
We are looking for the next of kin, if you have any information please contact A Simple Cremation at 828-418-6486.
Mary Roberta Murphy
Dec 15, 2024
Mary Roberta Murphy, 82, of Burnsville passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at her residence. A native of Yancey County, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Violet Redmond Reeves.
Mary was known for her delicious meals that brought family and friends together. Cooking was not just a hobby for her, it was a way to express her...
Dennis Waldron McQuaig
Dec 6, 2024
Dennis Waldron McQuaig (Swamp Rat), 67, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 6, 2024, at his home with his loving wife of 48 years. He was born on December 3, 1957, to the late Walter McQuaig and Betty West of Ocala, Florida. He made Western, NC his home around 36 years ago.
In addition to his parents, he is proceeded in...
Teddy Morris Stroupe
Dec 5, 2024
Teddy Morris Stroupe, 78, a native of Swannanoa, North Carolina and made Alexander, North Carolina his home for the past 13 years. He was the son of the late James and Donnie (MacMahan) Stroupe.
Teddy was retired firefighter for the City of Asheville, North Carolina, where he devoted a significant chapter of his life to serving the City of Asheville, where...
Steven M. Ellis
Nov 23, 2024
Steven M. Ellis, Sr., 60, of Flat Rock, North Carolina, departed from this life on November 23, 2024. He was born December 9, 1963, to the late Richard A. and Karen L. (Bennett) Ellis. In addition to his parents he is proceeded in death by, his stepdaughter Summer Stepp Crowe.
Steve worked most of his life as a construction worker, but...
Thomas Willis Meadows Jr.
Nov 15, 2024
Thomas Willis Meadows, 64, passed away on November 15, 2024, at Mission Hospital in Buncombe County, North Carolina. He was born November 5, 1960, in Haywood County, to the late Thomas Meadows and Sandra Moore Jordan.
Thomas was an individual who cherished his family deeply. He took great joy in spending time with those loved and made countless memories that will...
Laura Jane "Janie" Garrett Edwards Trepanier Davis
Nov 13, 2024
Laura Jane “Janie” Garrett Edwards Trepanier Davis
We would like to honor the life of our beautiful mother. Janie was a people person, always concerned for the comfort and welfare of others. She spent her life helping and caring for people in their time of need. She loved everyone she ever met and believed everyone she ever met and believed everyone...
Gary George Boynton Sr.
Nov 11, 2024
George Boynton, Sr. April 7, 1946 – November 11, 2024
“We know we don’t get him forever but we get forever with him.”
Gary George Boynton, Sr. beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on the morning of November 11, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on April 7, 1946, to Roy and Evelyn Boynton, Gary lived a life...
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Recent Obituaries in Buncombe County, North Carolina
Diane Wells
Mar 27, 2025
Diane Wells, a beloved mother of three, passed away on Thursday, March 27th, at the age of 65, surrounded by her three children.
Diane was adopted into the loving family of Ruby and Horace Buchanan. Her disposition and personality were one of open arms and smiles. Always making friends when the opportunity presented. Community driven, she helped run a non-profit animal...
Rena Marie Sawyer
Mar 24, 2025
Rena Marie Sawyer Myers was born to Dennis and Lynn Sawyer on October 1,1971 in Baltimore, Maryland. Raised by her mother and father, Irma and Lee Reedy. Rena departed this life on Monday, March 24th, 2025.
Rena received her formal education at Montreat College, receiving her bachelor’s degree and working many years as a beloved social worker to all the children...
Gretchen Clasby
Mar 12, 2025
Gretchen Clasby, a beloved artist and entrepreneur, passed away on Wednesday, March 12th at the age of 80 in her home surrounded by loved ones. Gretchen was born on January 3rd in Tulsa, Oklahoma and has been a resident of Waynesville, NC for the past 30 years.
Gretchen’s artistic journey led her from Oklahoma to Texas and then to North Carolina...
Mary Katherine Tims
Mar 5, 2025
Mary Katherine Tims died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at her residence in Hendersonville, North Carolina. She was 100 years young. Mary is remembered for her varied interests and talents, service to country, and devotion to family. Born in Eudora, Arkansas in 1924, she was the first child of Mr. and Mrs. P. A. Tims, Sr....
Cody Lee Connolly
Mar 2, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved brother, Cody Lee Conolly, 43, of Swannanoa, NC. Cody was born on March 5, 1981 and entered into rest on March 2, 2025, where he now rests in the arms of our Lord and Savior.
As a son, brother, father, friend, and, most importantly, a believer in God’s saving grace,...
Roger Allen Stewart
Feb 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roger Allen Stewart, who was born on January 14, 1952, and passed away on February 21, 2025. Roger left this life in the same way he lived it, with quiet resolve, dignity, and surrounded by his loving family.
Roger is survived by his beloved wife, Karen Stewart, and his devoted...
Joel Douglas Downs
Feb 17, 2025
Joel Douglas Downs, age 67, of Asheville, NC, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025 following an extended illness. He was born in Johnson City, TN on December 21, 1957, but he lived most of his life in Buncombe County.
He was a graduate of AC Reynolds High School, Class of 1976, and a graduate of A-B Tech where he earned...
Maxine Mease Queen
Feb 16, 2025
Maxine M. Queen, 96, passed away on February 16, 2025 at Autumn Care of Waynesville.
Maxine was born in Canton, N.C. to Frank Mease and Tulen Henson Mease. She was also preceded
in death by her husband, D.B. Queen, and sisters Louise M. Reno and Frankie Ruth M. Queen. Maxine
had fond memories of growing up on Henson Cove Road with her sisters...
Doris Bodford
Feb 15, 2025
We are looking for the next of kin, if you have any information please contact A Simple Cremation at 828-418-6486.
Wilma Jean Garren Gates
Feb 13, 2025
Wilma J. Gates, 63, of Mill Spring, NC went to be with the Lord on February 13th, 2025.
Originally from Hendersonville, NC, she was born to the late Grady C. Garren (d.2023) and the late Veneida Jenkins (d.2007) on October 18th 1961. Wilma worked at the Kounty Line BP for 17 years or more. She loved being with her family &...
Joan Ana-Leo
Feb 3, 2025
Joan Ana-Leo, age 86, of Asheville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 3, 2025 at home in Asheville, North Carolina
She was a native resident of Lake Forest, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Leo Richard Kupskey and Anna Kupskey, Anne Jadrich. She was preceded in death by her Brothers Leo C. Kupskey, Sr. and...
Claude Arthur Moore
Jan 20, 2025
Claude Arthur Moore, age 86 of Franklin, passed away of natural causes on January 20, 2025,
at his home surrounded by family. He was born in the Rose Creek Community on August 5,
1938, to the late Arthur Wilburn Moore and the late Gertrude Beulah Welch Moore. He was a Jehovah's Witness by faith. He was also a talented master carpenter, and...
Trina Marie Larson
Jan 2, 2025
We are looking for the next of kin, if you have any information please contact A Simple Cremation at 828-418-6486.
Mary Roberta Murphy
Dec 15, 2024
Mary Roberta Murphy, 82, of Burnsville passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at her residence. A native of Yancey County, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Violet Redmond Reeves.
Mary was known for her delicious meals that brought family and friends together. Cooking was not just a hobby for her, it was a way to express her...
Dennis Waldron McQuaig
Dec 6, 2024
Dennis Waldron McQuaig (Swamp Rat), 67, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 6, 2024, at his home with his loving wife of 48 years. He was born on December 3, 1957, to the late Walter McQuaig and Betty West of Ocala, Florida. He made Western, NC his home around 36 years ago.
In addition to his parents, he is proceeded in...
Teddy Morris Stroupe
Dec 5, 2024
Teddy Morris Stroupe, 78, a native of Swannanoa, North Carolina and made Alexander, North Carolina his home for the past 13 years. He was the son of the late James and Donnie (MacMahan) Stroupe.
Teddy was retired firefighter for the City of Asheville, North Carolina, where he devoted a significant chapter of his life to serving the City of Asheville, where...
Steven M. Ellis
Nov 23, 2024
Steven M. Ellis, Sr., 60, of Flat Rock, North Carolina, departed from this life on November 23, 2024. He was born December 9, 1963, to the late Richard A. and Karen L. (Bennett) Ellis. In addition to his parents he is proceeded in death by, his stepdaughter Summer Stepp Crowe.
Steve worked most of his life as a construction worker, but...
Thomas Willis Meadows Jr.
Nov 15, 2024
Thomas Willis Meadows, 64, passed away on November 15, 2024, at Mission Hospital in Buncombe County, North Carolina. He was born November 5, 1960, in Haywood County, to the late Thomas Meadows and Sandra Moore Jordan.
Thomas was an individual who cherished his family deeply. He took great joy in spending time with those loved and made countless memories that will...
Laura Jane "Janie" Garrett Edwards Trepanier Davis
Nov 13, 2024
Laura Jane “Janie” Garrett Edwards Trepanier Davis
We would like to honor the life of our beautiful mother. Janie was a people person, always concerned for the comfort and welfare of others. She spent her life helping and caring for people in their time of need. She loved everyone she ever met and believed everyone she ever met and believed everyone...
Gary George Boynton Sr.
Nov 11, 2024
George Boynton, Sr. April 7, 1946 – November 11, 2024
“We know we don’t get him forever but we get forever with him.”
Gary George Boynton, Sr. beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on the morning of November 11, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on April 7, 1946, to Roy and Evelyn Boynton, Gary lived a life...
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