Brandon Scott Holcombe
May 24, 2026
Brandon Scott Holcombe, 54, of Candler, went to rest at his home, May 24, 2026. He was the son of Jean Edmonds Ramsey and the late Bruce W. Holcombe. Brandon worked as an electrician with Hayes and Lunsford for many years. He was always protective of his three girls and would only show his goofy and silly side while spending...
Billie Maxine Schalow
May 23, 2026
Billie Maxine Wyatt Schalow, 83, of Weaverville, passed away, May 23, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Fred C and Pauline Dodd Wyatt. Billie was a retired US Navy Veteran. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sisters, Emma Lee Edwards and Anneta West and brothers, Kermit and Charles Wyatt.
Billie is survived by...
James Allan "Eddie" Ballard
May 22, 2026
James "Eddie" Ballard, 69, passed away on Friday May 22, 2026. He was born on June 14, 1956, in Buncombe County, he was the son of the late Opie J. and Annie Mae Proffit Ballard.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Betty Ballard.
Eddie is survived by his brother, Hoyle Ballard; and sister, Viola Hughes.
A...
Johnnie Whitt Shook
May 20, 2026
Johnnie Whitt Shook, 95, of Mars Hill, NC passed away on May 20, 2026, at The Greens in Weaverville, NC.
Johnnie was born in her current home of residence to the late John & Lucity Arrington Whitt on August 18, 1930. She worked at Kellwood Manufacturing for 18 years and another 18 years at AB Emblem Company. Johnnie was a lifelong...
Tammy Lynn Haynes
May 16, 2026
With heavy hearts, yet steadfast faith in Jesus Christ, we celebrate the beautiful life of Tammy Lynn Haynes, a loving wife, devoted mother, precious daughter, faithful sister and friend, and cherished child of God. On May 16, 2026, at the age of 47, she was called home to be with the Lord, leaving behind a testimony of love, grace, and...
Ruth Greene
May 16, 2026
Ruth Cook Greene, 96, of Asheville, passed away on May 16, 2026. A lifelong resident of Buncombe County, she was the daughter of the late C.W. and Jessie Mae Lance Cook. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Greene; her sons, Kenneth and David M. Greene; her sisters, Myrtle and Lola Cook and Gladys Lezard; and her brothers,...
Connie Anders Carver
May 16, 2026
Connie Sue Anders Carver, 57, of Barnardsville, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026. She was a lifelong resident of Buncombe County and the daughter of Janet Phillips Anders and the late Robert Anders. Connie is preceded in death by her husband, Rodney "Junior" Carver and a brother, Billy Anders.
Connie had a deep love for the beach and for animals,...
Michael T. Fowler
May 14, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mike "Blues" Fowler, a beloved son, brother, friend, golfer and gifted guitarist whose music touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to hear it.
Mike passed away May 14, 2026, at the age of 76. He was preceded in death by his parents, Legrand and Alice Fowler, biological mother, Helen...
Irene Thomas Davis
May 13, 2026
Geneva "Irene" Thomas Davis was a cherished mother, Mamaw, big sister, and friend.
Irene was preceded in death by her parents, Ruby Nanny and Emmett Thomas; her siblings, J.C., Guyve, R.H., and Eugene; her husband, Andrew Jack Davis; her beloved children, Patsy Lynn Davis, Carolyn "Collie" Hensley, and Darlene "Sissy" Jennings; and her grandchildren, Travis Davis and Isabella Davis.
In her final...
Taryn Ray George
May 12, 2026
Taryn Ray George, of Mars Hill, passed away on May 12, 2026, at the age of 22. Born on August 2, 2003, in Marshall, Taryn was the son of Steven and Jennifer George.
Taryn was a devoted husband, son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend whose kindness, humor, and unforgettable spirit touched everyone who knew him. On October 24, 2025, he...
Judith "Judie" Marietta King
May 11, 2026
Judith Marietta "Judie" King, 86, passed away on May 11, 2026, at Madison Health and Rehabilitation in Mars Hill, NC. Judie was born May 22, 1939, in Walnut, NC, to the late Mary Ann Ramsey Henderson and Edgar William "Skeeter" Henderson. She was preceded in death by her son, Tracy Duane King; her sister, Sherry Annette Henderson; her brothers, Michael...
Brenda Elaine Brown Sprouse
May 11, 2026
With heavy hearts, we celebrate the life of Brenda Elaine Brown Sprouse, who went to be with the Lord, May 11, 2026. She was a truly kind, loving, and gentle soul whose presence brought comfort and joy to all who knew her. Brenda was born in Alto, Georgia and resided in Leicester, North Carolina for the past 48 years.
Brenda was...
Carolyn Angel Merrill
May 9, 2026
Carolyn Angel Merrill, 73, of Weaverville, formerly of Mars Hill, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026. She was a native of Buncombe County, having lived most of her life in Oconee County, SC, and was the daughter of the late Summie and Edna Grindstaff Angel. She is preceded in death by her husband, Lane Merrill, and a grandson, Josh...
Roberta Wright
May 8, 2026
Roberta Wright, born January 14, 1966, in Asheville, North Carolina, passed away May 8th, 2026, surrounded by the love that meant everything to her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roscoe and Cleota Norton; her sister, Jane Moore; her niece, Rebecca Moore; and a beloved grandchild lost before birth.
Roberta is survived by her devoted husband Mark Wright of...
Judy Roberts Nix
May 8, 2026
Judy Roberts Nix, 80, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026. Born on June 16, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Roy and Mary Jane Pegg Roberts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bobby Nix, who passed away in 2013; son, James Nix; her sister, Mary Lou Buckner; and her...
Lucille Worley Radcliff
May 7, 2026
Lucille Worley Radcliff, 79, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026. Born on February 19, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Theodore and Gladis Dockrey Worley.
Alice was a hardworking and devoted woman who dedicated much of her life to her work as a self-employed entrepreneur and farmer. She will be remembered for her strength, determination, and the love...
Karleen Franklin Metcalf
May 7, 2026
Karleen Franklin Metcalf, 79, passed away on May 7, 2026. Born on October 29, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Nelson and Norma Jean Rice Franklin.
Karleen will be remembered for her strong work ethic, kind heart, and unwavering faith. She dedicated 37 years of service to Derringer-Ney, where she was known as a loyal and dependable employee. A...
Carol Douglas Anderson
May 4, 2026
Carol Douglas "Doug" Anderson, 60, of Marshall, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026, at his residence. He proudly served in the US Army, completing three overseas tours in dedication to his country.
Doug lived in Wyoming for several years, moving back to Madison County over three years ago to be closer to his family. He was living the life he...
Jimmie Daryl Metcalf
May 1, 2026
With heavy hearts yet joyful hope, we celebrate the life of Jimmie Daryl Metcalf, who went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 1, 2026. While our hearts grieve his passing, we find peace in knowing he is resting in the presence of our Savior.
Daryl was born on September 21, 1955, in Buncombe County, and from an early...
Mary Jo Underwood
May 1, 2026
Mary Jo Keith Underwood, 96, of Black Mountain, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026. She was a native of Madison County, where she lived most of her life and the daughter of the late Harry Carl Keith and Grace Merrill Norton. She is preceded in death by her late husband, Everett Underwood, and the father of her children, Murray...
