All Obituaries

James "Jimmy" Franklin Ward Sr., age 67, of Fairview, NC, passed away on Wednesday, September 28, 2022.   Jimmy was born on November 12, 1954 in Buncombe County, NC to the late James Richard Ward and Ruby Elizabeth Brackett Ward. He was an employee for Buncombe County Schools at Fairview Elementary where he worked as a bus driver for the last 7 years.  He was a member of Fletcher Feed and Seed Church.   In addition to his parents, Jimmy was preceded in death by...

Ronnie Wayne Ward, age 56, of Swannanoa, NC, passed away on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at his residence. Ronnie was born on August 14, 1966, in West Virginia, to the late Levi Olon Ward and Beverly Collins Ward. He graduated from Charles D. Owen High School and worked as a prison guard at Craggy Correctional Center in Asheville and Western Correctional Center for Women in Black Mountain. Ronnie served his country proudly in the United States Navy and during that time, he was on a...

Joretta Cathey Wallin, 89, of Candler departed this world for her heavenly home on September 21, 2022. She was born on January 5, 1933 in Candler, NC to the late James Franklin Cathey, Sr. and Beulah Baumgartner Cathey. She was a member of Snow Hill United Methodist Church. In her early years, she loved singing in the choir, teaching Sunday school to youth and adult groups, and especially loved being part of the United Methodist Women. In addition to her church work, she was an avid...

Jeffrey Lynn Peterson, 65, of Swannanoa, NC, passed away on Saturday, September 17, 2022, at Mission Hospital in Asheville. Born November 12, 1956, in Asheville, NC, he was a son of the late Clyde and Elizabeth Peterson.  He was an active member of the Mountain Shag Club of Asheville.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, John Patrick Peterson.  Surviving are brothers, Mike “Pete” Peterson and his spouse, Alisa, and Tony Peterson...

Ronald Horace Paige and Patsy Ann Pack Paige went home to be with their Lord on Tuesday, September 13, 2022.    Ronald was born October 6, 1943 in Greenwood, SC, he was a son of the late Horace and Mary Paige.  He was a graduate of A.C. Reynolds High School and proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.    Patsy Ann Pack Paige was born November 30, 1948 in Asheville, NC, she was a daughter of the late James and Hattie Pack.  She was a graduate...

Beth Elaine Merrill, age 60, of Asheville, NC, went to her eternal home with Jesus, Tuesday morning, September 13, 2022. She was born on December 27, 1961, in Buncombe County, to Alice Joan Fore and the late Bruce Edward Fore. Beth had a beautiful spirit and was always optimistic. She was a very bright, creative and artistic woman. She could draw anything, made beautiful wood carvings, and loved to crochet and knit. She loved to sing and could often be found doing so in her beautiful alto...

  Mack Jerome King, age 86, of Candler, NC, passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2022, at Emerald Ridge Rehabilitation and Care Center in Asheville. He was born on December 5, 1935, in Buncombe Co., NC to the late Herschel King and Myrtle Muse King. He retired from his job as a truck driver for Helig-Meyers Furniture Company and attended Mount Moriah Wesleyan Church in Candler, NC. Mack was a quiet, gentle soul. He was a hard worker and when he had time away from work, he enjoyed...

Laura Elizabeth Stroupe Creasman, age 89, of Swannanoa, NC, passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2022, at her residence. Laura was born on December 23, 1932, in Washington, D.C., to the late Hubert Stroupe and Oma Kirkpatrick Stroupe. She worked as a supply clerk at Beacon Manufacturing for over 30 years until her retirement. Laura enjoyed reading and was an avid bird lover. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed by her family. In addition to her parents,...

Brenda Jo Allen Palmer, age 74, of Black Mountain passed away on  Saturday, September 10, 2022, at Emerald Ridge Rehabilitation and Care Center in Asheville, NC.   Brenda was born on February 2, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Loyd Allen and Lois Tracy Allen.   She Graduated from Harper College in Illinois with a degree in Interior Design. She worked for Bramblewood in Black Mountain until her retirement. Brenda was a Christian lady who was known for her devotion...

DUE TO UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THE GRAVESIDE SERVICE FOR JANICE WILSON IS POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. WE WILL ANNOUNCE ARRANGEMENTS AS SOON AS THEY ARE FINALIZED. WE ARE SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MAY CAUSE.   Janice Elaine Pressley Wilson, age 64 of Greeneville, TN, (formerly of Madison Co., NC) passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2022, at her residence. Janice was born on October 13, 1957, in Buncombe Co., NC to the late Lawrence Hubert Pressley and Ida Elizabeth...