Tasha Denise Hardeman
Jan 3, 2026
Tasha Denise Roberts, 52, of Franklin, NC, passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026.
She was born to Ethel Bernard Snyder in Missouri. She moved to Franklin around 15 years ago. She longed to be with her father, Grant Snyder, who preceded her in death. She had an inspiring personality and loved her children and grandchildren. Her passion was being a mom...
George Thomas Sherrill
Jan 2, 2026
George Thomas Sherrill passed peacefully on January 2, 2026. He was born on July 2, 1947 in Clayton, Georgia. Raised mostly in Macon County, he was preceded in death by his parents, B. L. “Buck” Sherrill and Florence Stalkup Sherrill.
George majored in Philosophy and Keyboard Performance at St. Andrews and attended graduate school at Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley,...
Scott Paul Wheeler
Dec 31, 2025
Scott Paul Wheeler, 74, passed away peacefully at his residence on December 31, 2025. Born on February 17, 1951, in Brecksville, Ohio, he was the son of the late John Edward Wheeler and Evelyn Celeste Brocco Wheeler.
Scott built a long and dedicated career with The Hershey Company, where he worked for 25 years and earned the title of manager through...
Frances Ellen Hatch
Dec 30, 2025
Frances Ellen Reed Hatch, 99, of Franklin, NC passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
She was born in Dorsett, Ohio, to the late William and Mabel Little Reed. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by thirteen siblings and daughter in law, Joan Hatch. She was a member of Mount Hope Baptist Church.
She is survived by...
Odell James Bolick
Dec 29, 2025
Odell James Bolick, 91, of Franklin, NC, closed his eyes and opened them in the Glory of God on Monday, December 29, 2025. A lifelong resident of Macon County, he was a devoted member of Buck Creek Baptist Church.
Born to the late Carl and Eva Rogers Bolick, Odell built a life marked by faith, family, and hard work. He served...
Terry Gene Ray
Dec 29, 2025
Terry Gene Ray, 90, of Highlands, North Carolina, passed away on December 29, 2025, after living with Lewy Body Dementia.
Born on December 13, 1935, in Livingston, Tennessee, Terry was the son of Burris Eulon Ray and Malinda Jane (Savage) Ray. He served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Following his service, he built a long career as...
Mary Ann Thompson
Dec 29, 2025
Mary Ann Compton Thompson, 91, of Franklin, NC, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025.
Born in Nashville, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Marie Rucker Compton. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James Robert Thompson; her son, Byron Thompson; five brothers; and two sisters.
Mary Ann dedicated her life to caring for others. She...
Rolla Francis Daringer
Dec 22, 2025
Rolla Francis Daringer, of Franklin, NC, and Leesburg, FL, passed away on December 22, 2025, in Clermont, Florida.
He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Russell and Helen Peters Daringer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Wilbur Daringer. He is a member of Victory Baptist Church in Sylva NC. He was a...
Lovelda Langston Harper
Dec 21, 2025
Lovelda Langston Harper, lovingly known as "Peaches," passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, in Franklin, North Carolina, at the age of 89. She was born on April 27, 1936, in Bushnell, Florida.
A proud graduate of Bushnell High School and Tampa College, Lovelda's early career began at the Seaboard Coastline Railroad, where she met her beloved husband, James Hannis Harper,...
William "Bill" Bowman
Dec 21, 2025
William “Bill” Furman Bowman, age 76, of Franklin, North Carolina, passed away on December 21, 2025, surrounded by those who loved him. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose life was marked by hard work, service, faith, and deep love for his family.
Bill was born to John Britt Bowman and Patricia Louise Cope Bowman and was also...
Ray James Newman
Dec 20, 2025
Ray James Newman, 64, of Franklin NC, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025. He was born on June 3, 1961, in Gainesville, Florida, to the late Murray and Nancy Newman.
Moving to Deep creek early in his life, he graduated from Swain County high school in 1979, Then attending college where he would meet Teresa, the love of his life...
Laura Elizabeth Woodward
Dec 20, 2025
Laura Elizabeth Woodward, 95, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, at Chestnut Hill of Highlands. She was born on February 13, 1930, in Grant, Florida, to the late Dock Verdell Hiott and Laura Elizabeth Smith Hiott.
Laura spent most of her life in Melbourne, Florida, before moving to Franklin, North Carolina, in the early 1990s with her husband. She loved...
Patricia Ann TenEyck
Dec 20, 2025
Patricia “Patty” Ann Dorman TenEyck, 81, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by family on Saturday, December 20, 2025.
She is survived by five children, eight grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Hubert Alfred TenEyck, Jr.
Patricia was born in Jacksonville, Fl, in 1944, and moved to Franklin, NC in 1988, where she opened...
Wayne Edward Burgess
Dec 19, 2025
Wayne Edward Burgess, 84, passed away on December 19, 2025, at The Hermitage in Sylva, NC.
Born on September 28, 1941, in Anniston, Alabama, Wayne was the son of the late Austin and Ruth Hanvey Burgess.
Wayne was preceded in death by his parents and by his son, Barton Burgess.
Wayne dedicated more than 35 years of his career to Scotty’s Home Builders,...
Terry Russell Vanhook
Dec 18, 2025
Terry Russell Vanhook, 61, passed away on December 18, 2025. He was born on Sept 1, 1964, in France to James “Bud” Vanhook and Amelia McCullough. He is preceded in death by his father.
Terry dedicated 35 years of his life to Dodge Packaging, where he served faithfully as a warehouse manager and driver. He also proudly served his country in...
Louise Burrell
Dec 18, 2025
Louise Burrell, 79 of Highlands, passed away on Thursday, December 18th, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.
A native of Macon County, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Inez Green of Highlands.
Rooted in her faith, Louise was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Her foundation in Christ and the joy she found in Him was evident...
Earl Horsley Thomas
Dec 13, 2025
Earl Horsley Thomas, 72, of Franklin, NC, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025.
A native of Macon County, Earl was born to the late Porter Charles and Ethel Moffitt Thomas. He was a devoted husband and a proud “Dad” to Ava. Earl loved life and found joy in the outdoors—whether fishing, hunting, or working with his hands to fix anything...
Lytha Dean Hughes
Dec 13, 2025
Lytha Dean Smith Hughes, 86, of Franklin, NC, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born and raised in Macon County, she was the daughter of the late Jewel and Gertrude Hall Smith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Terry “Tom” Smith; infant brother, Billy; brother in laws,...
Jean Bragg Wallace
Dec 12, 2025
Jean Bragg Wallace, age 93, of Highlands, North Carolina, went to her heavenly home on Friday, December 12, 2025. Jean was treasured by her friends and family for her generous, caring heart, her sweet spirit, and the genuine interest, love and encouragement which she offered joyfully to others.
A faithful Christian from childhood and throughout her life, Jean loved children and...
Charles Robert Shope
Dec 12, 2025
Charles Robert “Bobby” Shope, 90, of Franklin, NC, passed away peacefully at Angel Medical Center on December 12, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born September 8, 1935, in Macon County, he was a son of the late Charles Prioleau Shope and Queenie Elizabeth Ledford Shope.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Charles “Billy” Shope, and a sister,...
