Walter Egil Aalberg

Otto, NC - Walter Egil Aalberg 70 of the Otto, NC community died Wednesday December 9, 2009 at his residence, He was a native of Essex County NJ, the son of the late Jan and Leola Dennebaum Aalberg, and the husband of the late Nancy Ori Aalberg who died in 2007. He was a police officer for Caldwell, NJ and Winter Park, Fl.

He is survived by one daughter Gay Lee Wasileski of, Pennsylvania and one son Jon Aalberg of Arizona, two brothers George Aalberg, of Greenville, SC, and Chris Aalberg of Jacksonville, FL, a grandson Joshua Wasileski, two nieces Amy Hone of Caldwell, NJ, and Holly Turner of Flemington, NJ and one nephew Peter Hagen of Mayeslanding, NJ .

A memorial service will be held Sat. December 19, 2009 at 11:00 AM in the Coweeta Baptist Church with the Rev. Davis Hooper officiating. Memorials may be made to the Coweeta Baptist Church Building Fund.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Lillie Alice Adams

Franklin - Lillie Alice Adams, age 92, of Franklin passed away Saturday January 29, 2011 at her son’s residence. She was a native of Macon County and was the daughter of the late Allen and Lydia Fox Adams. She was a member of Mountain Grove Baptist Church and was a registered nurse for 60 years.

Surviving are one daughter, Clara Jeanette Friedt and husband Kenneth of Sylvania, OH; one son, Harold Ammons of Franklin, NC; one brother, Logan Alec Adams of Long Creek, OR and three grandchildren, Stephanie Ammons Pellicer, Kimberly Morgan and Beverly Friedt. Four great-grandchildren also survive.

Graveside services were held Monday, January 31, 2010 at Woodlawn Cemetery

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Jack Adrian (John Jr.)

Highlands, NC- Jack took off his chefs hat, hung up his apron and stirred his last pot of soup, passing away peacefully at home of cancer, surrounded by his family and loved ones on March 19, 2008. Jack was born August 11, 1948 to John and Eleanor Adrian in Pittsburg, Pa. Weighing in at 10lbs 11oz. at birth, he continued to live larger than life. There was always an adventure to be had around every corner.

In 1964, along with his family, he moved to Kingsport, TN and graduated from Dobyns-Bennett High School. In 1967, he enlisted in the US Navy and served in the nuclear submarine division. He attended C.W. Post, CUNY Queens College, and Georgia State. For the past 30 yrs, Jack lived in Highlands, N.C. and was a professional chef. One of Jacks earliest culinary endeavors was at Panther Bills Restaurant on Main Street in Highlands. From there, he cooked at numerous local restaurants and country clubs. Perhaps he was most creative at his own "Jacks" Restaurant at Skyline Lodge until 2005. Jack was an avid reader and could adamantly defend his position in an argument to the bitter end, whether or not he was right.

He is survived by two sons - Remy of Highlands, NC, and John III (Joanna), grandson-John IV of Brooklyn, NY. He also leaves behind his beloved Linda Parrish and her two children, Buddy and Taylor of the home. In addition to his parents, John and Eleanor, he is survived by two brothers, James (Rita) of Knoxville, TN and Jeff (Cathie) of Murfreesboro, TN, two sisters, Judy (Dan) Camie of Boise, ID, and Jami Adrian-Whitelaw (Richard) of Hailey, ID and several nieces and nephews.

A celebration of his life will be held be held March 30 at 2pm at Skyline Lodge for all to attend.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to The Hudson Library-554 Main St., Highlands, NC 28741 and Highlands-Cashiers Hospice-PO BOX 190, Highlands, NC.

We'll miss the kitchen light, Jack, and will keep you in our hearts forever.
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Timothy Marc "Timo" Alexander

Highlands - Timothy Marc "Timo" Alexander, age 55, of Highlands, died Friday September 7, 2012 at his home surrounded by his family. Tim was the loving husband of 35 years to Debbie "Trudy" Rogers Alexander, and devoted father of Timothy Cole Alexander, and Carly Lynn Alexander. He was the first born of Nan Alexander (Howard) Liner and the Late Jack L. Alexander. He is survived by his wife and children and four siblings, Lisa (David) Wyatt of Highlands, Vicki A. Stokes of Destin, Fl, Wes (Norma) Alexander of Gainesville, GA, and Rachel (Chris) Vanhorn of Otto, NC.

Tim was a known master craftsman who worked for Schmitt Building Contractors for 19 years as a carpenter and cabinet maker. He owned and operated Alexander's Woodworks for the next 12 years and at the time of his death was back with Schmitt's in their cabinet shop. He retired as a volunteer fireman with the Highlands Fire Department after 27 years of service. Tim was also a leader with the Highlands Boy Scout Troop for many years, and a member of the Highlands Jaycees.

Tim was a kind, gentle man, known for his ever present warm smile and compassion for others. Tim's passions were the hours spent in his wood shop and the time he spent with his family.

A memorial service will be held at the First Baptist Church of Highlands at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, September 12th. Rev. Jim Kinard officiating. Arrangements entrusted to Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, LLC.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Highlands Fire Dept. or to the Highlands Emergency Council.

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Loyd Avery Allen

Franklin, NC - Loyd Avery Allen, age 84, of Franklin, NC passed away Thursday, November 1, 2012. A native of Macon County, he was the son of the late Tom and Eva McMahan Allen. He was a carpenter and farmer and a member of Liberty Baptist Church where he was a deacon. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and loved gardening.

Mr. Allen is survived by his wife of 62 years, Verlie Poindexter Allen; two daughters, Kay Allen Kelly and husband Sam and Nancy Staffelbach and husband Keith all of Franklin, NC; four sons, David Allen and wife Nancy of Andrews, NC, Joe Allen and wife Jan, Randy Allen and wife Linda and Bill Allen and wife Vickie all of Franklin, NC; three sisters, Ruby Poindexter, Sue McConnell and Linda Passmore all of Franklin, NC; three brothers, Ralph, John and Grady Allen all of Franklin, NC; 15 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Ollie Mae Hurst and a brother, Furman Allen.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, November 4, 2012 at 3:00 pm at Liberty Baptist Church with Rev. Rick Potts, Rev. Wesley Hooper and Rev. Don Moffitt officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandchildren. The family will receive friends Sunday from 1:30 3:00 pm, at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Jessica McConnell, 276 Cedar Ridge Rd., Franklin, NC 28734 or your favorite charity.

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Marie Milsap Ammons

Franklin, NC - Marie Milsap Ammons, age 60, of Franklin, NC passed away Sunday, November 4, 2012. Born in Gaston County, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Chinera Milsap Collins. She worked at Blue Bell Textile Manufacturing and was custodian at Trimont Christian Academy and love cleaning house and cleaning cars. She was a loving wife and a member of Community Baptist Church where she was assistant choir director and Sunday school teacher.

Mrs. Ammons is survived by her husband of 40 years, Bruce Ammons and two sisters. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 7, 2012 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. David Williams and Rev. Roy Lowe officiating. Burial will be in Ridgecrest Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Johnny Ammons, Greg Ammons, Bobby Ledford, Boyce Cunningham, Randy Cunningham, Scott Browning and Chris Browning. The family will receive friends Wednesday, from 1:00 - 2:00 pm, one hour prior to the service, at the funeral home.

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Henrietta Ammons

Franklin, NC - Henrietta Ammons, age 82, of Franklin, NC passed away Sunday, July 15, 2012. Born in Macon County, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Texie Dills Beck. She was a nurse's aide; she retired from Angel Hospital with 42 years service. Mrs. Ammons was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother and was a member of Clarks Chapel United Methodist Church where she sang in the choir.

She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Thomas Ammons; one daughter, Vickie Wilkes and husband Weslie of Franklin, NC; two grandchildren, Tommy Ammons and Jessica Webb and husband Dale and four great grandchildren, Payton Ammons, Kallie Webb, Chelsea Webb and Colton Webb. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sons, Bruce and Roger Ammons.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, July 21, 2012 at 11:00 am at Clarks Chapel United Methodist Church with Rev. Randy Perdue officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.

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Annie Mae Anderson

Franklin, NC - Annie Mae Anderson, age 59, of Emmanuel Road, Franklin, NC, passed away Monday, September 22, 2008 in a Sylva Hospital. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late Willie and Flonie Belle Davis Anderson. She was a homemaker and a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church.

She is survived by one brother,Arnold Anderson of Franklin, NC. She was preceded in death by a sister, Irene Maney.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, September 24th at 11:00am at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, with Rev. Howard Southard, Pastor Paul Hill and Pastor Frank Rodriquez. Burial will be at Tellico Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joe Guy, Dewey Elliott, Steve Southards, Danny Ensley, and Ernest Franks.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 till 11:00am, Wednesday, one hour prior to the service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Emmanuel Baptist Church, 129 Emmanuel Road, Franklin, NC 28734. Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in chargeof arrangements.

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Ellis Steve Anderson

Franklin, NC - Ellis Steve Anderson, age 64, of Franklin, NC passed away Friday, September 16, 2011 in a local hospital. Born in Macon County, the son of the late Turner Cleveland and Annie Lou Waldroop Anderson, he was a carpenter and block mason. He was a member of Junaluska Masonic Lodge #145 and a veteran of the United States Army serving during the Vietnam War. He was a member of Cartoogechaye Church of God where he served as a Trustee.

He is survived by his wife of forty-three years, Sandra Clark Anderson; two sons, Charles Daniel Anderson and Ellis Steve Anderson, Jr and wife Sharon all of Franklin, NC; three sisters, Jane Anderson, Janet Anderson and Pat Davis and husband Gary all of Franklin, NC and three brothers, Paul Anderson and wife Marie, Jerry Anderson and wife Karon, and David Anderson and wife Gail all of Franklin, NC. Two grandchildren, Clinton Steve Anderson and Kaitlyn Renee Anderson, and a number of nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held, Monday September 19, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Johnny Norris, Rev. Robert Dryman, Rev. Phillip Cochran and Rev. Davis Hooper officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Zion cemetery. Franklin VFW Post #7339 and American Legion Post #108 will perform complete military graveside rites.

Pallbearers will be Jason Brown, Jeff Wallace, Michael "Bear" Carpenter, Clifford Waldroop, Jason Carpenter, Eddie Knight, Charlie Dowdle and Clyde Downs, Jr. The family will receive friends Sunday from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Cartoogechaye Church of God, PO Box 438, Franklin, NC 28744.

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Maye Fleming Anderson

Franklin, NC - Maye Fleming Anderson, 97, died May 2, 2008 at Summit Place of Beaufort, SC. Mrs. Anderson was born in Beaufort, SC, a daughter of the late William Matthew and Annie Edna Phillips Fleming. Mrs. Anderson was a homemaker and a member of St. Agnes Episcopal Church in Franklin, NC and a former member of the Parish Church of St. Helena in Beaufort. Mrs. Maye enjoyed devoting her times as a volunteer at both churches and established the Jr. Altar Guild at St. Helena Episcopal Church. She started a support group for the blind in Macon County, NC and was a member of the Daughters of the King at St. Agnes Episcopal Church in Franklin, NC.

Mrs. Anderson is predeceased by her husband, Joseph Shilling Anderson and a son, Fleming Murphy Anderson.

She is survived by a daughter-in-law, Marion Anderson of Beaufort; a grandson, Guy Joseph Anderson of Beaufort; a granddaughter, Patricia Anderson Jones of Beaufort; a niece, Roberta Hodges of Guyton, GA; five great-grandchildren and ten great-great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, May 15, 2008 at St. Agnes Episcopal Church in Franklin, NC. Inurnment will follow at St. John’s in The Wilderness. A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, May 8, 2008 at the Parish Church of St. Helena in Beaufort. Copeland Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.

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Parilee Lula Dills Anderson

Franklin, NC - Parilee Lula Dills Anderson, age 94, of Smith Hill Road, Franklin, NC passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at her residence. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of Judd and Jane Pendergrass Dills. She was married to her loving husband for 47 years, Wiley T. Anderson who died in 1988. She was a homemaker and she loved her flowers and quilting. She worked at Belden for a number of years. Mrs. Anderson attended Prentiss Church of God.

She is survived by five daughters, Nina Randall and her husband, Butch, Barbara Bates and her husband, Donald of Franklin, NC; Sally Bates of Stockbridge, GA, Margie Fitzpatrick and her husband, Larry of Lexington, SC and Dorothy Pendergrass of Columbia, SC; three sons, Truman Anderson and his wife Mae of Colorado Springs, CO, Wiley (Boots) Anderson and his wife Glenda of Chico, TX and Bobby Anderson and his wife Effie of Longview, WA; two sisters, Villa Maney of Franklin, NC and Betty Jean Miller of Longview, WA; one brother, Marshall Dills of Longview, WA; her caregiver, Tammy Charles. Twenty-six grandchildren, thirty-five great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a step-daughter, Willa Kate Anderson, a stepson, Lloyd (Buck) Anderson and two son-in-laws, Gene Bates and Alexander Pendergrass, Three brothers, Beachard, Teddy and Halen Dills and three sisters, Arzelie Anderson, Launa Kell and Beatrice Smith.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 9 at 11:00 AM at Prentiss Church of God with Rev. Don Moffitt and Rev. Eugene Moore officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Zion Cemetery. Her grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

The family will receive friends Friday, February 8 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home where the body will remain until placed in the Church thirty minutes prior to service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Angel Home Health & Hospice, c/o Angel Medical Center, 170 Church Street, Franklin, NC 28734.

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Robert Haven Anderson

Marietta GA - Robert Haven Anderson, 85, of Marietta, passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2011 at his home. Born in Macon County, NC, he was the son of the late Elbert F. and Annie Jane Womack Anderson. He was a U. S. Army veteran of WWII, and a retired mechanic.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Marie Saunders Anderson; daughters: Jo Anderson, Ann Owen, Cathy Baker, Kaye Skinner; sons: Terry Anderson, Randy Anderson; 1 sister, 3 brothers, 16 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Tommy Anderson and 3 sisters.

The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6 until 8 p.m. at The Howze Mortuary. Funeral services will be Wednesday afternoon at 3 p.m. at The Howze Mortuary Chapel with burial to follow at Grand View Memorial Gardens. The family will be at the home.

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Patrick Richard Andy

Franklin, NC - Patrick Richard Andy, age 60, of Franklin, NC passed away Thursday, November 5, 2009 at an Asheville Hospital. He was born in Schenectady, NY the son, of the late Patsy and Emily Pennachia Andy. He was born in New York, the family moved to Miami, FL in 1951. He moved to Franklin in 1991 with his wife of 23 years Linda Browning Andy, a Franklin native. He owned and operated Patriccio’s Restaurant in Highlands and Franklin for over 16 years. Patrick was a renowned Chef. He was voted one of Miami’s top 10 Chef’s in 1987. Along with numerous awards and write ups for his exceptional culinary talents. He was a member of Ridge Crest Baptist Church.

In addition to his wife, Linda Andy, he is survived by a son, Aaron Andy both of Franklin, NC; two daughters, Michele Norman, husband Richard of Pembroke Pines, FL and Diane Andy of Miami Beach, FL; four grandchildren, Michael Suarez, Christopher Suarez, Stephanie Norman and Anthony Andy all of Florida; two sisters, Eleanor Corey and Mary Laurenzo both of Miami, FL; nieces, Dorothy Gamboni of Franklin and Debra Lauren of Florida; great nieces, Erika Gamboni and Tanya Gamboni of Franklin and Jessica Lauren of Florida.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, November 8 at 2:00 PM at Ridge Crest Baptist Church with Rev.Tommy Fouts officiating. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. Gary Browning, Terry Browning, Barry Browning, Todd Burrell, David Parrish, James Holt, Walter Bumgarner and Keith Neil will serve as pallbearers.

The family will receive friends Saturday, November 7 from 6:00-8:00 pm at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home.

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Jessie Ruth Angel

Franklin, NC - Jessie Ruth Angel, age 78, of Gastonia, NC died Sunday, November 16, 2008 at Terrace Ridge Assisted Living. She was born in Franklin, NC to the late Lucille McCollum Angel and the late Zebulon Grady Angel. In addition to her parentsshe was preceded in death by a sister Mary Evelyn Angel Dance, a brother Robert Jackson Angel, and a nephew James Randolph Dance.

Ms. Angel graduated from Western Carolina University with a degree in education. She started her long teaching career as a first-grade teacher in Gaston County Schools in 1952. She retired as the director of Exceptional Children’s programs in 1995. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Gastonia. Ms. Angel was known nationally for her innovative and creative ideas that put Gaston County Schools on the forefront of addressing the needs of children with disabilities. She was a member of Gaston Skills Board of Directors for over 27 years, she served as State President for the Council of Administrators of Special Education, and served as state and national consultant for exceptional children. In 1998, she began representing the Gastonia Township on the Gaston County Board of Education. She was recognized for her work with exceptional adults and children and was honored with North Carolina’s highest award, the Order of the Long Leaf Pine. In 2002, she received the NC Exceptional Children’s Distinguished Service Award. In June of this year, Gaston County dedicated the Ruth Angel Building for Exceptional Children, located at 315 West Third Avenue, Gastonia.

Ms. Angel is survived by a brother, Dan Weldon Angel and wife Sandra of Toccoa, GA; a brother, Richard Carlton Angel of Walland TN, and a brother-in-law James R. Dance of Knoxville, TN; a niece, Melanie Lynn Angel of Stone Mountain, GA; and a nephew, Robert Bruce Dance of Myrtle Beach, SC.

Visitation will be from 4:00-6:00 PM on Wednesday November 19th at McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia, NC. and from 10:00-12:00 Noon Friday November 21st, 2008 at Bryant Funeral Home, 105 W. Main St. Franklin, NC 28734. A graveside service will be conducted by Dr. James R. Westmoreland at noon Friday November 21, 2008 at Woodlawn Cemetery, Franklin, NC. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Gaston County Education Foundation, PO Box 1397, Gastonia, NC 28053/

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John Wiley Angel

Franklin, NC - John Wiley Angel, age 84, of Rogersville, TN formerly of Franklin, NC passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2009 at a VA Hospital in Johnson City, TN. He was a native of Macon County, NC the son of the late Carl L. and Lura Cloer Angel. He was a WWII US Army Veteran where he received the following medals, Purple Heart, Bronze Star, Combat in Infantry Badge, Middle Eastern North African Campaign Ribbons and Expert Marksman. He was a member of the Franklin VFW Post #7339 and American Legion Post #108. He was a carpenter and construction worker and was of the Baptist faith.

He is survived by three daughters, Joyce A. Gibson and her husband, Richard "Dickie" of Franklin, NC, Debra A. Newton and husband, Carl of Monroe, NC and Bobbie Broom and her husband, Richard of Sylva, NC; three sons, Doug Angel and his wife, June of Franklin, NC, Mike Angel and his wife, Nolita of Franklin, NC, and Scott L. Angel of Rogersville, TN; one brother, Edd B. Angel of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Eleven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Delbert W. Angel and William P. Angel.

Graveside services will be held Saturday, August 1 at 1:00 PM at Patton United Methodist Church Cemetery with Rev. Steve Reeves officiating.

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Roy Furman Angel

Salisbury, NC - Roy Furman Angel, age 72, formerly of Franklin, NC passed away Monday, July 7, 2008 at the VA Nursing Home in Salisbury, NC

Roy was born on June 15, 1936 in the Ellijay Township, the son of the late Joe L. and Mary B. Angel. He loved the outdoors and was a hunter and fisherman most of his life. He was a veteran of the Korean conflict and was honorably discharged in 1961. Roy worked for over 32 years for Nantahala Power and Light Company in Franklin until his retirement in 1994. He will be remembered by family as a caring, confident, strong man who enjoyed life and laughter.

Roy is survived by his wife, Yvonne Ledford Angel, and children Deborah Angel Lamb of Andrews, NC, Michael Kinsland of Franklin, Richard S. Angel of Newport News, VA and Kirk Angel of Harrisburg, NC. He is also survived by brother, Sammie Angel of Franklin and sisters, Edith A. Cruse and Gladys A. Jennings of Franklin, and Joyce A.Bryant of Asheville, NC. Roy had numerous nephews, nieces, grandchildren, grandnephews, and grandnieces.

A viewing was held for close family on Wednesday, July 9, 2008 at the Summersett Funeral Home in Salisbury, NC.

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June Loxcile Armstrong

Franklin, NC - June Loxcile Armstrong, 72, of Franklin, NC died Saturday, October 2, 2010 in a local hospital. She was a native of Jasper, AL, the daughter of the late Samuel J. and Icie Dailey, She was married to the late Howard Armstrong. She retired from the city of Belle Glade Florida Parks and Recreation Department. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, She was a loving mother and grandmother and she loved her flower garden.

She is survived by two daughters, Cleo Patricia Park and her husband Mark, Carol Crisp and her husband Tony all of Franklin, NC: three sons, James B. Williams, Gilbert W. Williams and his wife Michelle and Jason Adam Sargent all of Franklin, NC; one sister, Louise Hill of Petersburg, TN and three brothers, Erskine Dailey of Pompano Beach, FL, Bruce Williams and Pete Dailey both of Florida. Fourteen grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Cheryl Ann Reizel.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 7, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with the Rev. Ronnie Owens officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. one hour prior to the services at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home.

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Audrey Mae Arnold

Franklin, NC - Audrey Mae Arnold, age 69, of Piney Grove Rd., Franklin, NC passed away Friday, January 14, 2011 in a local rehabilitation center. Born in Jackson County, NC she was the daughter of the late Vaughn Burean and Thelma Tippett Coggins. She was a seamstress for Blue Bell Shirt Factory. She worked at Angel Medical Center for 19 years. She was a memeber of Windy Gap Baptist Church and attended Burningtown Church of God.

She is survived by one daughter, Sherry Arnold Dills and husband Tim of Franklin, NC; two sisters, Mary Bates of Franklin, NC and Barbara Tallent of Williamsburg, VA and three brothers, James Coggins of Lowell, NC and Coleman Coggins and Walter Coggins both of Franklin, NC. Two grandchildren, Matthew Dills and Amber Dills, also survive. She is preceeded in death by three daughters and one grandchild.

Funeral Services will be held Monday, January 17, 2011 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Eugene Moore, Rev. Donald Bates and Rev. Mark Bishop officiating. Burial will be in the Gilliespie Chapel Church Cemetery. The family will recieve friends from 1:00 - 2:00 pm, one hour prior to the service, at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home.Pallbearers will be Brandon Crone, Dean Cook and Matthew Dills. In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 154 Milestone Way, Greenville, SC 29601.

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James "Sonny" Arnold

Franklin, NC - James "Sonny" Arnold, age 63, of Vaughn Rd., Franklin, NC passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at his residence. Born in Gaston County, he was the son of the late Porter James and Launa Arnold. He was married to Kathleen Woodnutt Arnold for thirty seven years. He was owner of Sonny’s Painting and Drywall. He was a loving father and grandfather and loved watching Miami Dolphin football games and fishing.

In addition to his wife he is survived by three daughters, Tammy Moore and husband Bo of Lake City, FL, Teresa Arnold and fiance’ Matthew Hall and Amie Collins and husband Ronnie, all of Franklin, NC; one son Rodney Browning of Ft. Myers, FL and favorite cousin, Stella Stanley of Franklin, NC. Nine grandchildren, Taylor Browning, Shelby and Carly Moore, Michel Madden, Tyler Collins, Kelsi Rodriguez, Katlynn Rodriguez, Bradley Collins and Ryan Collins also survive.

A graveside service will be held Thursday, March 24 at 3:00 pm at Longview Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Frank Rodriguez officiating. Pallbearers will be Rodney Browning, Ronnie Collins, Bradley Collins, Bo Moore, Matthew Hall, Tony Hall, Michel Madden, Tyler Collins and Jerry Harmon. The family will receive friends Thursday, from 2:00 - 3:00 pm at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Rev. Frank Rodriguez Missionary Trip, 139 Setser Branch Rd., Franklin, NC 28734.

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Launa Marie Arnold

Franklin, NC - Launa Marie Arnold, age 89, of Belle Dowdle Road, Franklin, NC passed away Sunday, January 10, 2010 at her residence. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late Wilda Arnold. She was married to Porter Arnold who died in 1993. She was a homemaker and was a loving mother, and grandmother. She loved flowers and working in her yard.

She is survived by a son, James"Sonny" Charles Arnold and his wife Kathleen of Franklin, NC; four grandchildren, Amie Collins and husband, Ronnie, Teresa Rodriquez, Rodney Browning and Tammy Browning and fiance’ Bo Moore. nine great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 16 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Frank Rodriquez officiaitng. Burial will be held at Union United Methodist Church. Ronnie Collins, Bradley Collins, Jerry Harmon, Rodney Browning, Allen Moore and George Shears will serve as pallbearers.

The family will receive friends Saturday, January 16 from 1:00-2:00pm, one hour prior to service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home.

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Lehigh Acres FL - Terry Stacey Holland Attwood, 62, of Lehigh Acres , Fla. passed away on Monday, October 3, 2011. She was born in Norwalk, Ohio on November 21, 1947. She graduated from Naples High School and went on to attend technical school to study bookkeeping and working at Jungle Larry's African Safari & Botantical Gardens before retiring. She will best be remembered as a person who loved her family, her friends and any stray animal that happened to cross her path.

Terry was preceded in death by her mother and father George and Florence Stacey, both of Naples, Fla. and by her husband Frederick Charles Attwood of Lehigh Acres, Fla.

Terry is survived by her sons, Robert Holland & wife Marci & Tim Holland & wife Christine, (sons of the late Arvil Holland) all of Franklin NC, daughters Staci & Vanessa Attwood, a son Chris Attwood and wife Maggie all of Lehigh Acres, Fla. She also leaves behind a brother Mike Stacey & wife Tracie of Lake Worth, Fla. and a sister Linda Martin & husband Ron of Bremen, Ga. She is also survived by her 5 beautiful grandchildren that she adored, Ashley and Amanda Holland, Jaylon and Jaramiah Attwood, and Kaitlyn Attwood and many nieces and nephews. Terry also leaves behind her special friend Frank Jaskowski and the animals she loved.

A memorial service was held on Wednesday October 5, 2011 conducted by Anderson/Patterson Funeral Home and Safe Harbor Community Church in Ft. Myers, Fla.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to KIDS PLACE (PO BOX 693 Franklin NC 28744) or to the Macon County Sheriff's Office SHOP WITH A COP program (1820 Lakeside Drive Franklin NC 28734) in memory of our mom.... Terry Stacey Holland Attwood.

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Gregory Neal Ayers

Acworth GA - Gregory Neal Ayers of Acworth, GA, age 46 lost his four year battle with cancer on Sunday March 1, 2009 at Emory University Hospital Midtown, Atlanta, GA. He was born in Floyd County, GA the son of Marcella McCall Ayers and the late Wallace E. Ayers. Greg was preceded in death by his Grandparents Bulen and Eva McCall of Franklin.

He was an automotive technician at Marietta Toyota. Greg had a passion for rebuilding and restoring cars and trucks. He enjoyed camping and spending time with his friends and family.

He is survived by his wife Pamela Amerman Ayers, step-son Andrew Wright of Acworth, GA, sister Melissa Walrod, brother Darryl Ayers (wife April) of Douglasville, GA, a half brother Gene Ayers of Cartersville, GA, Paternal Grandmother Hazel Fulton of Woodstock, GA, two nieces, five nephews, many aunts and uncles.

The family requests in lieu of flowers contributions can be made in Greg's memory to the Sarcoma Program, c/o Emory Winship Cancer Institute, Development Office, 1762 Clifton Rd. Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326.

Funeral services will be held March 7, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Parnick Jennings Funeral Home in Cartersville, GA, burial will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens in Cartersville, GA.

Online condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email.