Obituaries

Christian Nero

Feb 4, 2022

Christian Michael Nero of Candler NC, age 63, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2022 after a brief illness.

Chris is survived by his sweetheart of 28 years, Tara Anderson of the home, and Tara’s children and grandchildren, whom he was proud to share. Predeceased by his father Richard Nero, Chris is also survived by his mother,...

Gary Stewart

Jan 30, 2022

Gary Joseph Stewart, 79 years old, of Hendersonville, NC went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 30, 2022 due to Parkinson's disease.

Gary was born on November 5, 1942 in Watertown, NY to Percy and Mabel Stewart and spent his early years in Owego, NY. Later on, he moved to Syracuse, NY where he graduated...

Michael Bumgarner

Jan 28, 2022

Michael Eugene Bumgarner, 56, was preceded in death by his wife, Sheila Lee Bumgarner.

He is survived by two daughters, Sonja Gibson and Julia Bumgarner; four granddaughters, Amelia and Ava Gibson, Addison Cowan, and Kyleigh Parran; and two brothers, Kevin and Christopher Gibson.

The immediate family will hold a gathering in Michael's honor at the home...

Timothy Holliday

Jan 21, 2022

Timothy Wayne Holliday, age 61, of Asheville, NC, passed away Friday, January 21, 2022, at Mission Memorial Hospital.

Born August 9, 1960, in Anderson, SC, he was a son of the late Edward Holliday and Frances Babb Holliday.

Tim was a 1978 graduate of Belton-Honea Path High School and a 1985 graduate of Clemson University...

Andrew Kelly

Jan 14, 2022

Andrew “Andy” Anthony Kelly, 81, passed away on January 14, 2022, at the Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville, NC.

He was known by his friends to be a devout Christian man. He was a member of Victory Baptist Church in Asheville, where he enjoyed singing in the choir. Andrew was a classically trained singer. While...

Hope Patterson

Jan 9, 2022

Hope Elaine Patterson, 49, of Asheville died on January 9, 2022 at John F. Keever Jr. Solace Center.

Arrangements are incomplete as this time.

Dennis Curtis

Dec 31, 2021

Dennis Curtis of Black Mountain, NC passed away Friday, December 31, 2021 at Memorial Mission Hospital.  Dennis was 68 at the time of his passing. He was a native of Marion, NC and the son of the late Raymond and Marrietta Burgin Curtis.

An avid craftsman, Dennis had multiple talents and was always looking for the next...

Lisa Baldwin

Dec 29, 2021

Lisa H. Baldwin, age 44, of Fletcher NC passed away suddenly on December 29, 2021. She was the daughter of Faye H. Harrington and the late Jerry D. Hoots.

Lisa is also preceded in death by husband, Ricky Baldwin, sister, Ginger H. Smathers, maternal and paternal grandparents.

She is survived by her mother, Faye Huntley...

Jerry Cochron

Dec 19, 2021

Jackson, Jerry Cochron, age 79, passed away on Sunday, December 19, 2021. A native of Jackson county, he traveled to many different states during his work as an engineer. He enjoyed telling stories of his adventures and the people he met while traveling. Even though his mobility had been limited for several years, he reached out to family by phone...

Betty Burgess

Oct 30, 2021

Betty Lee Burgess, 84, passed away on Saturday, October 30, 2021 at The Elizabeth House in Flat Rock, NC.

Betty was born and raised in Haywood county to the late James Decatar and Mayburr Sanford Burgess on May 11, 1937.

She is survived by two sons, Ronnie Burgess of Candler, and Randy Burgess of Asheville,...

Walter Treadway

Oct 23, 2021

Walter Eugene Treadway Jr. formally known as Gene Treadway, was a machinist, state record holder in bowling, mentor to many, and friend to all died October 23, 2021, at his home in Candler North Carolina. He was 56.

He was born December 3, 1964, in Madison North Carolina to Walter Eugene Treadway Sr. and Marie Clark Treadway. ...

Sharon Pinkerton

Oct 12, 2021

Sharon Ramsey Pinkerton, 62, of Candler departed for her eternal home on Tuesday October 12, 2021.  She is survived by her Mother - Hattie C. Ramsey, her Ex-Husband (but life-long friend of 45 years) -Thomas Pinkerton, Her loving Children-Tonna Davis (Damian), Riecka Lee, Crissy Byas, and Cadence Pinkerton (Destiny).  She had 4 adoring grandsons-Chace Mcadoo, Malakai Davis, Joziah Davis,...

Ann Plessel

Oct 11, 2021

Ann Plessel, aged 92, passed away of natural causes on Monday, October 11, 2011.

The widowed mother of two was loved by her extended family and all who knew her. She was a most generous and caring mother to the whole neighborhood, and was active in elementary school as a teacher assistant, library founder, and PTA President....

Teresa Buckner

Oct 10, 2021

Teresa Diane Buckner, 58, of Weaverville passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at Memorial Mission Hospital following a period of declining health.

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Gretchen Sills

Oct 8, 2021

Gretchen Rasely Sills, 82, of Hendersonville died on Friday, October 8, 2021 at The Elizabeth House of Flat Rock. No services are planned at this time.

James Marks

Oct 7, 2021

Jim Marks, 81, of Candler, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 7, 2021. Prior to moving to Candler in 2007, he had been a lifelong resident of Westchester County, NY.  The son of the late Wayne and Helen Breslin Marks, he grew up in Pleasantville, NY and graduated from Mount Herman Preparatory School.

He...

Peggy Cogburn

Sep 15, 2021

Peggy Culbertson Cogburn, of Asheville, a lifetime resident of Western North Carolina, died on Wednesday, September 15, at Mission Hospital.

She was born July 14, 1940, in Madison County, the daughter of Harry Culbertson and Elsie Plemmons Culbertson.

She is survived by her husband, Hershel L. Cogburn; daughter and son-in-law, Janice Cogburn Caldwell and Roger Caldwell;...

Reinna Lewis

Sep 13, 2021

Reinna Jean (Cates) Lewis, 71, passed away Monday September 13, 2021 at her residence in Leicester, NC.  She was the daughter of the late L. D. Cates of Bridgeport, AL and Bertha Mai (Marler) Cates of Nashville, TN.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband, Chester Lewis of Murrells Inlet, SC,  2 sons,...

Terri Oliver

Sep 12, 2021

Terri Susan Oliver, 64, of Waynesville died on Sunday, September 12, 2021 at Memorial Mission Hospital. She was a native of Pittsburgh, PA.

She is survived by her sons, Joshua Brinson, Justin Corzine and Jeremy Corzine.

A memorial service will be held 7:00 p.m. on Friday, September 17, 2021 at Ninevah Baptist Church.  The family...

Victor Varnadore

Sep 6, 2021

Victor Webb Varnadore, 79, of Canton, passed away on Monday, September 6, 2021 at Mission Hospital following a period of declining health.

Mr. Varnadore proudly served in the US Navy.

No services are planned at this time.