Anne Henry Green
Oct 21, 2026
Anne Henry Green was born in the Ellijay Community of Macon County to Robert and Laura Henry on March 1, 1938. She passed on to Glory on October 21, 2026.
As the Psalmist wrote, “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints”.
Anne, with her crystal blue eyes, was the loving and steadfast wife of Bud Green,...
Charlene Slemenda Wenger
Oct 18, 2026
Charlene S. Wenger, age 86, passed away leaving behind a legacy of dedicated service, hard work, and deep love for her family.
Born on September 16, 1940, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Charlene was the daughter of the late Charles and Johanna Slemenda. Pursuing a calling to care for others, she earned her nursing degree from the University of Pittsburgh Presbyterian Hospital and...
Bobbie Dillard
Oct 18, 2026
Bobbie Magnolia Franklin Dillard, 94, of Franklin, went to be with her Lord Jesus, on October 18, 2026. She was born in Jackson County to the late William Alvin and Bertha Moore Franklin on December 24, 1931.
Bobbie was a native of Western North Carolina and a life-time member of Cowee Baptist Church. She was a true prayer warrior, sang in...
Bryant "Bart" Hodgins Sr.
Oct 15, 2026
Bryant "Bart" Thurman Hodgins, Sr., 88, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2026, at Grandview Manor.
A native of Macon County, Bart was born on May 12, 1938, to the late Ed and Arlee Tallent Hodgins. Hardworking and independent, Bart worked in the logging industry in the western United States for many years and when he returned to Franklin he worked...
Dennis Scott
Oct 13, 2026
In Loving Memory of Dennis Keith Scott
October 26, 1961 – October 13, 2026
Dennis Keith Scott, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, brother, and friend, passed away on October 13, 2026, just shy of his 65th birthday. He leaves behind a family who loved him dearly and countless memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew...
Vangie Lee Rich
Oct 12, 2026
Vangie Lee Carruthers Rich was born in Charlottesville, Virginia to Vangie Lee Trimble and Edward Jordan Carruthers on March 26, 1937. On October 12, 2026, she passed away in her home in Highlands, North Carolina, surrounded by the love of family and friends who will forever treasure her stories, her laughter, and her generous spirit. Vangie was an only child,...
Ronnie Dale Givens
Oct 7, 2026
Ronnie Dale Givens, age 75, passed away peacefully into the presence of his Lord. Born in Statesville, North Carolina, on June 9, 1951, he was the son of the late Bristol and Lillie May White Givens.
A proud lifelong resident, Ronnie lived in Statesville for 70 years before spending his last five cherished years in Otto, North Carolina. Known for his...
Evelyn B McMahan
Oct 7, 2026
Evelyn B. McMahan, 81, of Sylva, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Macon County, she was the daughter of the late Mack and Edna Woodard Bingham and was a lifelong resident of Jackson County that she dearly loved. Evelyn was a faithful member of Victory Baptist Church....
Betty Jean Scott
Oct 6, 2026
Betty Jean Scott, 89, of Franklin, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
Born in Macon County, she was the daughter of the late John and Ethel Bailey Sanders. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Clyde Scott, and her son-in-law, David Barlow.
Betty was a devoted homemaker who found great joy...
Tom L. Dills
Oct 6, 2026
Thomas "Tom" L. Dills passed away peacefully at his home on October 6, 2026, entering into the hands of the Lord. Born on April 28, 1946, Tom lived a life marked by faith, love, and devotion to his family.
In accordance with his wishes, a private service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements through Macon Funeral Home. Online condolences can...
Michala Cheyenne Taylor
Oct 3, 2026
Michala Cheyenne Taylor, 26, of Franklin, NC, left us far too soon on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Born in Macon County, she was the beloved daughter of Michael James Taylor and Crystal Dawn Bates. Michala was known for her kind heart, helpful spirit, and beautiful smile that could brighten any room. She touched the lives of many through her caring nature...
Ronald "Pete" Hawley
Oct 3, 2026
Ronald "Pete" Hawley, 79, of Franklin, NC, passed away on Saturday, October 3. 2026.
Born in Beckley, West Virginia, Pete was the son of the late Woodrow and Ruth Harmon Hawley. At the age of 17, he moved to Anchorage, Alaska, where he developed the strong work ethic and adventurous spirit that would define his life. He later founded Klondike Construction...
Ronald Frank Ilhardt
Oct 3, 2026
Ronald Frank Ilhardt; December 5, 1948 – October 3, 2026
Ronald Frank Ilhardt, 77, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026 at his home in Franklin, North Carolina, surrounded by family. Known affectionately as “Ronnie” to his family and friends, he lived a life marked by dedication to his family, commitment to his community, and a distinguished career in law enforcement...
Ruby Mae Collins
Oct 2, 2026
Ruby Mae Collins, 89, of Franklin, NC, passed away Friday, October 2, 2026.
She was the daughter of the late McAuthor and Eliza Elliott Hurst. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Junior Hurst, Richard Hurst, Bruce Hurst, Leon Hurst, Evelyn Swafford, Patricia Hurst; children, Donnie, Ronnie, Ikey, Timmie, Nancy, Sara, Brenda, and Glenda; grandchildren,...
John V. Cheek Jr.
Oct 1, 2026
John V. Cheek Jr., age 68, passed away at his home in Franklin, North Carolina, on October 1, 2026. He was born on July 27, 1958, to the late John V. Cheek Sr. and Louise Anderson Cheek.
Johnny was a man who dedicated much of his life to serving others, but above all else, he was a family man who loved...
Martha Marie Smith
Sep 29, 2026
Martha Marie Smith peacefully passed away on September 29th, 2026, in Asheville. NC. Martha was a 48-year resident of Franklin, NC.
A native of Illinois, Martha relocated to Florida in the early 1950s and moved to Franklin with her family in 1979. Martha retired from Southwestern Community College as an assistant to the Public Safety Law Enforcement program and embraced retirement...
James David Schulte
Sep 29, 2026
James David Schulte Sr., 95, of Highlands, NC, passed away on September 29, 2026. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sue Story Schulte and his cherished first wife, Renie Schulte, mother of his children, Jim Jr., Karen and Elizabeth.
He was born in 1931 and raised in Pittsburgh, PA. He went on to attend Penn State University, where...
Kenneth Wallace Morgan
Sep 29, 2026
Kenneth Wallace Morgan, 63, of Franklin, North Carolina, passed away on September 29, 2026.
Kenneth was the son of Max Morgan and Evelyn Houston. He was preceded in death by his father, Max Morgan, and his stepfather, William "Bill" Houston.
He leaves behind his beloved wife of 40 years, Jeanna Rice Morgan; his children, Nathan W. Morgan and Marina L. Morgan (David);...
Carolyn Tippett Hixon
Sep 28, 2026
Carolyn Tippett Hixon, 85, of Franklin, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026. She was born in Macon County on August 11, 1941, to the late John D. and Inez Tippett.
She loved to watch racing and the Atlanta Braves. She also enjoyed putting together jigsaw puzzles. She was a true caretaker and was dedicated to taking care of others. Most...
Charles "Chuckie" Stanley
Sep 28, 2026
Charles “Chuckie” Wayne Stanley, 63, of Franklin, NC, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, September 28, 2026.
Born and raised in Macon County, he was the son of the late Chester Stanley and Susie Carpenter Stanley. Chuckie spent his entire life working as a logger, a profession he truly loved. The woods were his life, and he found great...
