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...
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...
John "Harvey" Conner
Feb 25, 2026
John “Harvey” Conner, born February 18, 1964, devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, faithful pastor, and friend to many, went home to be with the Lord on February 25, 2026.
Born to the late Clifford Edwin “Cliff” Conner and Carolyn Darnell Conner, Harvey was raised with strong values of faith, hard work, and love for family—foundations that shaped his life and...
Carl Sontag
Feb 24, 2026
Carl Bruce Sontag. 85, of Franklin passed away on February 24, 2026. He was born in Miami-Dade County to the late Raymond and Nellie Sontag on July 23, 1940. The family moved to Franklin in 1975.
Carl ran a mechanic shop for many years. He enjoyed cars and was a member of the Gem City car club and the Mountaineer car...
Tillman Register
Feb 24, 2026
Mr. Tillman Register, age 90, passed peacefully on February 24, 2026, at Angel Medical Center. Born on March 5, 1935, in Graceville, Florida, he was the son of the late E.N. Register and Eva Wadford Register. His life was marked by service, devotion, and a steadfast commitment to his family, his faith, and his community.
Tillman proudly served his country in...
Doris Dunaway Heath
Feb 23, 2026
Doris Dunaway Heath, age 93, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord on February 23, 2026. She was born on August 23, 1932, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late George Arthur Dunaway and Lillian Marie McInteere Dunaway.
Doris grew up in Louisville, Kentucky. After graduating from high school she moved to St. Petersburg, Florida with her parents. That is where...
Robert Lee Wykle
Feb 21, 2026
Bob Wykle was an extraordinary man.
Dr. Robert Lee Wykle, lovingly referred to as “Bob,” of Tobaccoville, NC, and Franklin, NC, transitioned from his earthly body to join the space-time continuum on February 21st, 2026. He passed away at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson, NC, slipping away peacefully in his sleep and surrounded by people he loved, after having developed metastatic...
Doyle Dean Stiles
Feb 21, 2026
Doyle Dean Stiles, 94, born 12-09-1931, passed away, Saturday, February 21, 2026 (also his Dad's birthday).
Born to George and Fanny Stiles on East Hickory Knoll, in Macon County, NC. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son, Keith Stiles and step-son (fishing buddy) Billy Warner, as well as 2 sisters, Leneta (Frank L.), Barbara (Ross)...
Steven Paul Sheridan, Jr.
Feb 20, 2026
Steven Paul Sheridan Jr., 44, of Franklin, passed away at home on February 20, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family after a courageous battle with cancer.
Steve was born on January 19, 1982, at the Naval Hospital in Charleston, South Carolina, to Steven Paul Sheridan Sr. and Lisa Marie Jones. From an early age, he carried a steady determination,...
Lana G Hires
Feb 17, 2026
Lana G Hires, age 83, of Franklin, N.C. finished her fight and went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, her son Walter Colan Hires Jr., his wife Amanda Johnson Hires, and a great care giver and friend in Wayne Day. Known for her strength, independent personality, and unwavering love...
James Roy Lane Jr
Feb 17, 2026
James Roy Lane, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at the age of 88.
He was born on March 3, 1937, in Brooks County, Georgia. James was the son of James Roy Lane Sr. and Allie Jarvis Lane. From an early age, he was known for his strong work ethic, kind heart, and...
Deane Edwin Lauffer
Feb 16, 2026
Deane Edwin Lauffer, Jr., 92, of Otto, NC, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026, following a brief illness.
Deane was born in Freeport, Pennsylvania, to the late Deane and Emogene Lauffer. He and his wife moved from Lost Creek, Kentucky, 28 years ago to call North Carolina home.
While living in Lost Creek, Mr. & Mrs. Lauffer served as missionaries at...
Paul Cwik
Feb 16, 2026
Paul Carter Cwik, 75, of Franklin, NC, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026.
Born in Chicago, IL, Paul was the son of the late Chester and Jule Talaska Cwik. He built a long and respected career as a computer design specialist with Kraft Foods, where his curiosity, precision, and creativity shaped much of his professional life.
Paul was a man of...
