All Obituaries

Randall Lewis Rollins, 57, of Asheville, North Carolina, passed away on July 7, 2026, at the John F. Keever Solace Center. He was born on October 28, 1968, in Asheville, NC, to Jasper Lewis Rollins of Black Mountain, NC, and Mary Louise Shepherd Styles of Rutherfordton, NC. Randall spent most of his life in Black Mountain before settling in Asheville. Known for his skill as a handyman, he had a particular talent for plumbing and could fix nearly anything. He was a member of Burgins Chapel ...

Daniel A. Creegan August 6, 1932-July 4, 2026 Dan passed away peacefully at home on July 4th. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Nancy Payne Creegan, and his son, Timothy Creegan.  He is survived by his son, John Creegan (Robyn), his daughters, Donna Creegan and Debby Creegan; 4 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.  A graveside service will be held at a future time.  

Deborah Jo Estes, 66, of Asheville, NC, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at the Elizabeth House in Flat Rock, NC. Penland Family Funeral Home is searching for any next of kin. If you have any information, please contact us at (828) 686-5447. 

Christine Lynn Stewart Sellers, 68, of Swannanoa, NC, passed away at her home on June 21, 2026. She was born on December 24, 1957, in Sardis, OH, to the late Kenneth Stewart and Betty Lou Greathouse Sandy. In addition to her parents, Christine was preceded in death by her spouse, Carl Sellers Sr., and her brother, William “Billy” Stewart. Christine is survived by her children: Walter Carl Sellers Jr. (Lisa) of Asheville, NC; Christopher Dean Sellers (Jamie) of Inman, SC; and ...

Mary Frances Clayton Shelton, 92, of Asheville, NC, peacefully passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Aston Park Healthcare. Frances was born on September 4, 1933, to the late Vernon Z Clayton, who passed on November 29, 1942, and Flossie B. Clayton, who passed on March 25, 1987. Frances is also preceded in death by her son, Stanley Dean Shelton, and siblings, Vernon E. Clayton (Barbara), Faye C. Cadwallader (Edgar), Earl F. Clayton (Shirley), Robert G. Clayton (Doris), Leonard F. Clayton ...

Shaniyah Marnique ”Nani” Robinson, 15, of Asheville, NC, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Cedar Mountain, NC. Born May 11, 2011, in Asheville, NC, she was a daughter of Maurice Durant and Tykema Robinson. She was an 8th grade graduate of Asheville Middle School. She was a member of the Big Brother and Big Sister Club, and the Asheville Middle School track and field team and wrestling team. Life was never taken for granted by Shaniyah. In fact, she lived every day with ...

Nancy Clara Goodlake Green, 83, of Asheville, NC, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the Solace Center. Born on March 10, 1943, Nancy was the daughter of the late Harry Harold Goodlake and Laura Katherine Sherlin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 47 years, Frank Green, and her daughter, Donna Alsip. Nancy is survived by her stepson, Mitch Green; stepdaughter, Barbara Green; 11 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. A ...

Jack David Gafford, 75, of Black Mountain, NC passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026 at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. Born August 22, 1950 in Gregg County, TX, he was the son of the late Jack and Mary Gafford. He was a graduate of Owen High School and attended Warren Wilson College. In 2009, he retired from the Juvenile Evaluation Center in Swannanoa, NC. Of his many simple enjoyments in life, putting his feet up and reading a good book were among his favorites. In addition to his parents, ...

Donna Lee Simpson, 67, of Marshall, NC, passed away on June 1, 2026, at her home. She was born on March 13, 1959, in Asheville, NC, to the late Jimmy Dean Burris and Rose Lee Luther Burris. In addition to her parents, Donna was preceded in passing by her son, Matthew Simpson, and her spouse, Danny Simpson. Donna was known for her deep love of animals and the gentle care she showed to every creature she encountered. Left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Tabitha Warren (Lee) of West ...

In Loving Memory of Scott Peterson January 6, 1946 – May 30, 2026 Victor Scott Peterson, age 80, passed away peacefully at his home in Pisgah Forest, NC, on May 30, 2026, surrounded by his wife, children, and beloved family members. Born on January 6, 1946, Scott was the first baby delivered by Caesarean section at Memorial Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. He was the son of Victor Hugo Peterson and Mary Ellen Peterson, both of whom preceded him in death. Raised in Bryson City, ...