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Charles A. SnyderCharles A. Snyder
Charles A. Snyder, 90, who as a boy lived in what is now Sherwood Forest near Cedar Mountain, died on July 11, 2026, in a hospital near his Fletcher, NC homeborn July 18, 1935, in Greenville, died on July 11, 2026, in a hospital near his Fletcher, NC home. During his childhood, 1200-acre tract was owned by the...
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Daniel Pitts ElliottDaniel Pitts Elliott
Daniel Pitts Elliott died on July 11, 2026, just shy of his 101 st birthday. Born in Shreveport, Louisiana, on Aug. 13, 1925, to Enola Rantz and LMarr Elliott, Dan served in the Army Combat Engineers in Europe during WWII, earned degrees from LSU and Georgia State University, and retired as a licensed Professional...
Aaron MastersAaron Masters
1934 - 2026
Aaron Masters, 91, of Brevard, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2026. Born on August 16, 1934, Aaron lived a life marked by hard work, perseverance, and quiet strength. Raised in humble circumstances, he faced a difficult childhood with grit and resilience, building a stable life and providing...
Freddie HartFreddie Elizabeth Hart
1931 - 2026
Freddie Elizabeth Hart, 95, of Brevard, NC, entered the presence of her Lord on July 14, 2026. Born April 12, 1931, in Springfield, S.C., Freddie lived a life marked by faith, kindness, creativity and genuine love for others. She had a remarkable gift for making every person she met feel important. She found joy in...
William RobinsonWilliam Clarence (Bill) Robinson
2026
William Clarence (Bill) Robinson, 83, passed away after an extended illness, July 6, 2026, in Knoxville, TN. Bill was the son of the late Clarence Robinson and Alma McCall Robinson. He grew up in Cashiers, NC and graduated from Glenville High School in 1960. After graduation, he began working at Olin Paper...
James BoyetteJames Perry Boyette
1928 - 2026
James Perry Boyette, 98, of Monticello, Florida, passed away on July 10, 2026. He was a native of Tampa Florida and had resided for many years in Balsam Grove, NC before moving to Monticello. He was the son of the late Leslie Boyette and Necia Williams. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by...
Thomas FortenerThomas Fortener
1943 - 2026
Thomas Fortener, age 83, passed away on July 10, 2026. Tom was born on May 31, 1943, in Delphos, Ohio, to Marcella "Sally" and Melvin "Bud" Fortener. He was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife of nearly 51 years, Eileen Fortener (née Gase), who passed away in 2017; and his older brother, James...
Phyllis BrysonPhyllis Louise Bryson
Phyllis Louise Bryson, 72, of Brevard, NC, peacefully passed away while surrounded by her loving family at the Elizabeth House in Flat Rock on Friday, July 10. 2026. A native of Transylvania County, she was the daughter of the late Guy Lance and Dorothy Waldrop Bryson. In addition to her parents, she was also...
Floyd MathisFloyd Randy Mathis
1949 - 2026
Floyd Randy Mathis, 76, went to be with the lord on July 10th, 2026. He was born Aug 08, 1949. He was proceeded in death by his parents Floyd Mathis & Gaynelle Shook Mathis, two brothers, Jack Mathis and Tony Mathis, five sisters, Holly, Rhonda, Jo, Sandy and Rita. Randy is survived by his loving wife Juanita J...
Jennie BishopJennie Lee-Siniard Bishop
1940 - 2026
Jennie Siniard Bishop, 85, of Brevard, NC went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, July 8th, 2026. She has been joyfully reunited with her husband, Arthur H. Bishop, her parents, Bud and Mary Siniard, and two of her children: Sarah Lynn Bishop and Boyce Bishop. Her reunion with Sarah Lynn...
Henry DixonHenry Dixon
Henry Dixon, 101, of Brevard, NC peacefully passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026 at The Oaks of Brevard. Henry was born on August 7, 1924 to the late Ernest H. Dixon and Jane E. Hoffman. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Edith Ellen; son, Darrell Dixon and granddaughter, Catherine Dixon. Henry proudly...
Mildred Ann OwenbyMildred Ann Owenby
Mildred Ann Owenby, 76, of Brevard, NC, passed away Sunday, July 5, 2026, at Transylvania Regional Hospital. Born July 31, 1949, in Brevard, NC, she was a daughter of the late William and Almeta Ellenburg. She was a member of Carr's Hill Baptist Church, where she was also the previous pianist. Making and designing...
Margaret GallowayMargaret Ann Galloway
1937 - 2026
Margaret Ann Galloway, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on July 4, 2026, at the age of 88, at the Carolina Reserve of Hendersonville, North Carolina. She was born on December 14, 1937, in Transylvania County, North Carolina. Margaret was the cherished daughter...
Norman HunterNorman Kent Hunter
1939 - 2026
Kent Hunter, 86, of Lake Toxaway died July 6th. Visitation, Service, and Burial will be Saturday, July 11th at Lake Toxaway Baptist Church beginning at 12noon. Moody-Connolly Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Marion "Roger" PowellMarion "Roger" Powell
Marion "Roger" Powell, 75, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 19, 2026, due to chronic medical conditions. Born on May 2, 1951, Roger lived a life marked by quiet strength, unwavering faith, and deep love for his family. Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Leila Elizabeth Morgan Powell and Robert Terry...
Frederick William McGarrahanFrederick William McGarrahan
Frederick William McGarrahan, 90, of Brevard, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026. A native of Providence, Rhode Island, he was the son of the late John B. and Madeline Donahue McGarrahan. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his daughter, Cathleen McGarrahan. A proud United States Marine...
Bertram HardwickBertram Hardwick
Bert Hardwick, 76, went to be with Jesus very suddenly and unexpectedly on June 15th. Beloved husband, father, caring uncle, friend, cat dad and volunteer. He is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Kathy, 7 children, 3 grandchildren, 3 Sisters, and many nieces and nephews Born in the mountains of...
Carl Holden Jr.Carl Mitchell Holden Jr.
1938 - 2026
On Thursday evening, June 18th, 2026, Carl M. Holden, Jr, "Bubba", passed peacefully in the memory care unit of Cedarhurst East Louisville. He is survived by his wife, Georgia Holden, daughter and husband, Carla and Tim Ritzie, and grandson Forrest Ritzie. Carl had a very industrious career working at Vulcan...
Fleet Cairnes JrFleet Cairnes Jr
Fleet Cairnes Jr., 90, of Mills River passed away June 17, 2026. Funeral will be Thursday, June 25 at 2 pm at French Broad Baptist Church, Hendersonville with burial following at Shepherd Memorial Park. For full obituary, visit churchstreetfuneral.com.
Mrs Suzanne KarnatzMrs Suzanne Halverson Karnatz
Suzanne (Suzi) Halverson Karnatz 89, formerly of Hinsdale passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026. Surrounded by her loving family. Suzi was born in Geneva NY and early on moved to Hinsdale IL. She attended Hinsdale Central, Skidmore College and The Art Institute of Chicago. In 1959 she married Glenn Karnatz. They...
Carrol HutchinsCarrol Gene Hutchins
Carrol Gene "Pete" Hutchins, 88, of Transylvania County, NC, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026, at The Elizabeth House in Flat Rock. Born May 2, 1938, to the late Walter and Carrie Hutchins, he was preceded in death by his son, Anthony Keith, and his sister, Judy. Pete retired after 42 years of service to...
Steven Robert CoverSteven Robert Cover
Steven Robert Cover, 70, of Brevard, passed away on June 21, 2026. Steve lived in Brevard for over 30 years. He had a passion for music and has written a number of beautiful songs that he would perform so well on his guitar. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Patty, and his parents, Robert Leroy and...
Florence McxCraryFlorence McxCrary
A Celebration of Life Service in honor of Florence McCrary, "Miss Flo," will be held on Sunday, June 28th, at 2:00 pm at Destiny Church, 48 Tip Top Road, Brevard. All family & friends are welcome.
Alan ConnarnAlan Richard Connarn
1935 - 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Alan Richard Connarn born Sept. 13, 1935, departed June 4, 2026. He is survived by wife, Daughn; daughter, Erin (Jefferson,son, Terrence; grandsons, Keenan and Lincoln; and a number of nieces and nephews. Alan was born in Bend, Oregon and graduated from Oregon...
JC GallowayJC Galloway
JC Galloway, of Rosman, went to be with his heavenly father June 13, 2026. He was the son of the late Clyde and Cleo Lambert Galloway. JC was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 58 years, Leona. JC was a 1962 graduate of Rosman High School. He honorably served the United States of America over 5 years as Army...
