Lauren Edward Greenwood
Mar 23, 2026
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Father, Son, brother and friend. Lauren Greenwood, 61, passed away on March 23, 2026, at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC, after a brief and unexpected illness.
He was born to Charles and Sandra Greenwood on December 8, 1964, in Jacksonville, FL, but lived most of his adult life...
Billy Broom
Mar 20, 2026
On March 20th, 2026 Bill Broom ,93, of Franklin NC passed away at home with his beloved wife Charis Bruton Broom, of 73 years, by his side.
Bill was born in Union County North Carolina on March 9th 1933. As a young man he went to work for Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph. He and Charis were married in 1952. Shortly...
Kamdyn Lanelle Morrow
Mar 20, 2026
Kamdyn Lanelle Morrow, 9, of Inman, SC, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026. Born in Hendersonville, NC, she was the beloved daughter of Dakota Morrow and MaKayla Martin Morrow.
Kamdyn was diagnosed with cancer in May 2025, and throughout her journey she showed extraordinary courage, strength, and grace. She was a true cancer warrior, inspiring everyone who walked beside her.
A...
William Gustav Dahlberg
Mar 19, 2026
Captain William (“Billy the Kid”) Gustav Dahlberg died in his home in Franklin, North Carolina on March 19, 2026. Born October 30th, 1951 in Washington D.C., Billy was the son of the late Gustav (“Gus”) Ingemar Dahlberg and Elizabeth (“Betty”) Marion Lundquist Dahlberg, and grew up in Bethesda, Maryland.
Billy studied architecture at Davis and Elkins College in Elkins, West Virginia;...
Ryland Brant Godfrey
Mar 18, 2026
Ryland Brant Godfrey, born December 20, 1978, in Huntsville, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Angel Medical Center. Ryland spent his early years in Alabama, Tennessee, and North Carolina before settling in Franklin, NC, where he made his home for the past two years.
Ryland had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and found joy in the mountains...
Marie Fisher
Mar 17, 2026
Marie Fisher, a lifelong Floridian with deep roots in Orange City, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, at Angel Medical Center. She was born on January 21, 1936, and carried with her warmth, resilience, and quiet strength so often found in those shaped by the Florida sun and close-knit family ties.
Marie was preceded in death by her parents; her...
Jacob Danny Stewart
Mar 16, 2026
Jacob Danny Stewart, of Franklin, North Carolina was born December 19, 1933, in Etty, Kentucky. He passed away March 16, 2026, surrounded by his loving family and friends at the age of 92.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 53 years Avanell Chumley Stewart; his parents Mack Clellan and Easter Stewart; his brothers George Stewart, John Stewart,...
Jennifer Lynn Alger
Mar 14, 2026
With grateful hearts for a life beautifully lived, the family of Jennifer Lynn Alger announces her homegoing to be with her Lord on March 14, 2026, after a battle with cancer. Born January 14, 1950, in Bloomington, Indiana, to the late Richard and Virginia (Kingsbury) Marks, Jennifer spent her life pouring kindness, creativity, and steadfast faith into everyone she met.
A...
Michael Brian Cope
Mar 14, 2026
Michael “Mike” Brian Cope, 56, of Franklin, NC, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 14, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was the son of late William Edward Cope and Shirley Faye Tallent Cope.
A lifelong resident of Macon County, Mike was a devoted member of Ellijay Missionary Baptist Church. He spent many years working in heating and...
Lisa Marie Brabson
Mar 13, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Lisa Marie Brabson, of Greenville, SC, on Friday, March 13, 2026, after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family.
Lisa was a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She loved her church calling to teach the children and she loved Jesus. Lisa was a...
Gregory Douglas Hoover
Mar 10, 2026
Gregory "Greg" Douglas Hoover, 69 of Franklin, North Carolina went to be with his Heavenly Father on March 10, 2026.
Greg was born June 21, 1956, in Washington D.C., to the late George and Carol Hoover. He was a retired paramedic/firefighter with 20 years of service in Clearwater, Florida. Greg loved spending time with his family, especially his grand and great...
Diana L. Rogers
Mar 10, 2026
Diana West Rogers, 75, of Macon County, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026, at Sylva Valley Nursing and Rehab. Born on May 21, 1950, in Macon County, she was the daughter of the late Robin “Bob” West and Elizabeth Wilson West.
Diana was a proud graduate of Southwestern Community College, where she earned her nursing degree. She dedicated many years...
Gary Rigg
Mar 8, 2026
Gary Lynn Rigg, passed away Sunday March 8,2026. He was born September 27,1941, in Defiance Ohio to the late Lauren A. and Anita F. Rigg. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Lyle Dean Rigg (Sharon), of Camden Maine.
Married in 1977, he is survived by his wife, Linda Cowan Rigg of almost 49 years....
Geneta "Hoppy" Rogers
Mar 8, 2026
Geneta "Hoppy" Rogers, 87, passed away surrounded by her family on Sunday, March 8, 2026.
Geneta, affectionately known as "Hoppy," was born in Lowell, N.C., to the late Charlie Roscoe Hopkins and Ruby Coretta Gilreath Hopkins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Claude “Moose” Rogers Jr, sister Wanda Dalrymple, brother Steve Hopkins, sister-in-law Judy...
Betty Sue Allen
Mar 4, 2026
Betty Sue Hopper Allen, 83, of Franklin, NC, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Born in Rabun County, GA, she was the daughter of the late Alex and Maggie McDowell Hopper. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughters, Sandra Zimmerman and Teresa Allen; and her siblings, Mable Gregory, Cora Henry, Mary...
James Blanton
Mar 2, 2026
James Patton Blanton Jr., known lovingly to family and friends as Jimmy, or Jim passed away on March 2, 2026, at the age of 87.
Born on August 23, 1938, in Richmond, Virginia, Jimmy lived a full and vibrant life that touched everyone who crossed his path.
Jimmy was the kind of man who never met a stranger. Whether he was standing...
Elaine Moffitt
Mar 1, 2026
Marguerite Elaine Whitaker Moffitt, 76, of Franklin, NC, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026.
She was a native of Macon County, NC, and was the daughter of the late Alex Lee and Helen Cunningham Whitaker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Lynda Rothwell. She loved gameshows, crocheting, Lays chips, Coca Cola, the Atlanta Braves,...
William Arnold Shower Jr
Feb 27, 2026
William A (Bill) Shower passed from this earth and into the arms of our Lord, on February 27, 2026, with Ann, his loving wife of 30 years, by his side. He passed away at Mission Hospital after a devastating stroke.
Son of William A. Shower and Marjorie Shower, Bill was born September 1940, in Illinois. He was raised predominantly in the...
Betty Sue Maney
Feb 26, 2026
Betty Sue Maney, born January 21, 1948, in Macon County, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, at Highlands‑Cashiers Hospital. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great‑grandmother, sister, and friend whose gentle spirit and steady kindness touched everyone who knew her.
Betty Sue found joy in the simple things, cooking and canning for those she loved spending time with her grandchildren...
Mollie Gibney
Feb 26, 2026
Mollie W. Roberts Gibney, 103, peacefully passed away in her sleep at home in Franklin, NC, on February 26th. A woman of faith, she believed she would follow God to her eternal home, where family awaited. Known locally as the English lady with an accent, Miss Mollie was admired for her longevity and sharp mind, which she credited to daily...
