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...
Herman Eugene Cherry
Sep 27, 2026
Herman Eugene Cherry, 95, of Franklin, NC, passed away Sunday, September 27, 2026.
He was born in Edwardsville, IL to the late Clifford and Thelma Logan Cherry. He was a construction supervisor for the City of Franklin. He served our Country in the US Navy and the US Air Force.
He is survived by his wife, Karin Vogel Cherry; daughter, Linda Cherry...
Linda Sue Lamb
Sep 26, 2026
Linda Sue Lamb, 78, of Franklin, NC, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
A lifelong resident of Macon County, Linda was born to the late Doyle and Betty Sue Long Sanders. She was a devoted member of LifeSpring Community Church and lived her life grounded in faith, love, and service to others.
Linda found joy in music,...
Angela "Angie" Moody Tye
Sep 23, 2026
Angela “Angie” Moody Tye, 59, formerly of Franklin, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
Born in Panama City, FL, she was the daughter of the late Paul Moody and Allie Justice Moody. Angie is survived by her husband of 38 years, Charles J. Tye, Jr. “Bo Tye” of Toney, AL; three children, Paula Tye of Charlotte, Victoria “Tori” Tye...
Robert Andrew Casto
Sep 23, 2026
Robert Andrew Casto, died at home on September 23, 2026, at 2am. He was the beloved son of Mark Jacob and Barbara Adrienne Casto. Preceded in death by his mother Barbara (Covington) Casto, and his brothers Mark David and Douglas Edward Casto.
After graduating from New Smyrna Beach High school in 1985, he joined the Marines, and became a chef, he...
Joyce Molly Jaynes Stephenson
Sep 22, 2026
Joyce Molly Jaynes Stephenson, 94, of Broadway, Virginia went to be with the Lord Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Life Care Center of New Market, VA.
She was born January 11, 1932, in Burke County, NC, the daughter of Hobson Harrison Jaynes and Bonnie Ray Austin Jaynes. She was a member of Cullasaja Assembly of God, Franklin, NC.
Joyce married Dr. Royce...
Theresa Russell Bairley
Sep 22, 2026
Theresa Ann Russell Bairley, 62, of Franklin, NC, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
She was born in Martin County, Florida to Earl James Russell and the late Louise Phillips. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her brother, Dale Phillips and a grandson Branson Talley.
She worked in the food industry as a waitress. She liked...
Bobby Lee Bolick
Sep 20, 2026
Bobby Lee Bolick, 82, of Franklin, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 20, 2026.
A lifelong resident of Macon County, Bobby was born to the late Carl and Eva Rogers Bolick. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters and brothers-in-law, Willa Mae Bolick, Birdell Bolick, Edna Bowers (Joe), and Annalee...
Lex Randolph Foster, Jr
Sep 18, 2026
Lex Randolph Foster, Jr., 59, of Otto, North Carolina, passed away on Friday, September 18, 2026.
Born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, he was the son of Lex Randolph Foster, Sr. and Carol Watson Foster. In 1995, Lex moved to Macon County with his family and made it his home for more than three decades.
Lex was a dedicated and hardworking man who...
Marcus Levi McCarson
Sep 17, 2026
Marcus Levi McCarson, 21, of Franklin, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 17, 2026.
Born in Newport News, Virginia, Marcus was the beloved son of James McCarson and Emily McCarson Ward (Randy). In 2024, he made Franklin his home, where he quickly became a valued member of the community. Marcus proudly served his country in the United States Marine...
Lyman McCarty Robinson
Sep 16, 2026
Lyman McCarty Robinson, 88, of Franklin, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Born in Savannah, Georgia, he was the son of the late Lyman Houston Robinson and Myrtice Morris Robinson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Pollye Wilson Robinson and his brother, James V. Robinson.
Lyman proudly served his country in...
Keith Allen Cowart
Sep 15, 2026
Keith Allen Cowart, 59, of Franklin, NC, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.
He was born to the late Jessie Cowart and Hilda Leatherwood on September 15, 1967, in Macon County. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert and Russell Cowart, a granddaughter, Ryelei, nephew, Christopher Cowart, his former wife, Margie Rathbone, and...
Della L. Turner-Womack
Sep 12, 2026
Della L. Turner-Womack, born January 19, 1939, passed away peacefully on September 12, surrounded by love.
Della spent her youth in Pierson and DeLand and her adult life mainly in Tampa. After retirement, Della and her husband, Lee, moved up to the mountains, a place they had loved and visited for many years before eventually making it their home. She called...
Charity Lynn Bates Maloy
Sep 9, 2026
With deep sadness, the family of Charity Lynn Maloy announce her passing on September 9, 2026, at her home surrounded by so many who loved her. Charity, born on July 15, 1983, to Rick and Vicki Bates was a beloved daughter, granddaughter, wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend to many. Charity was passionate about many things but mostly her family....
Vera Evelyn Sanders
Sep 5, 2026
Vera Sanders, in the early morning hours on September 5th, 2026, at the age of 90, left her earthly home and went on to meet her Lord and Savior.
She was born on July 9th,1936, in Fort Recovery, Ohio to the late John and Dorothy Teeters. She was the eldest of eight children, three girls and four boys. She was preceded...
Marie "Toots" Brabson
Sep 4, 2026
Marie (Toots) Dowdle Brabson, in the early morning hours on September 4, 2026, at the age of 81, left her earthly home to meet her Lord and Savior.
Born on April 14, 1945, in Macon County to the late Plenny and Launa Norris Dowdle. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 62 1/2 years,...
Norma "June" Sebring
Sep 3, 2026
Norma "June" Sebring, age 95, passed away peacefully at her residence on September 3, 2026.
She was born on June 25, 1931, to the late Walter Reams and Edna Teets Reams. June was dedicated and hardworking, having spent several years working with BF Goodrich. A woman of deep faith, she attended Discover Church, found strength and comfort in reading her Bible,...
Edward Wilson
Sep 2, 2026
Edward Wilson of Franklin, North Carolina, left this earthly life for his heavenly home on September 2, 2026, following a brief battle with cancer. He was born March 24, 1946, to the late Riley and Pauline Wilson.
Edward was preceded in death by his brothers, Lloyd Landie Wilson, John Junior Wilson, Charles Wilson, and Mack Wilson.
He is survived by his children,...
