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Frances
Hajdukiewicz, She was born Nov. 11, 1917 in Athol, MA. widow of beloved husband, William V. Hajdukiewicz. She is survived by her sister Matilda Bullock of Gardner, MA. and brother Augustine F. Bagdonas of Elmira, NY.; daughter, Mary Ann Stanford (Aubrey) of Otto, NC and son, David F. Hajdukiewicz (Barbara) of Lawrenceville, GA. and two grandchildren, Heather Hajdukiewicz of Decatur, GA. and Tad Stanford (Kristina) of BelleIsle, FL. Frances was a resident of Gardner, MA. Largo and Clearwater, FL. Frances was mentioned in two books written by Pearl K. McGown for her handmade hooked rugs. She was a member of the Pinellas Deanery, Tampa U., Polish Heritage and Knights of Columbus Ladies. Memorial services for Mrs. Hajdukiewicz will be determined at a future date to be held at St. Catherine of Siena, Clearwater, FL. Online
condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Mary Isabelle Hall Franklin, NC - Mary Isabelle Hall, age 84, of Franklin, NC, passed away Wednesday, February 16, 2011 in a local nursing home. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late Friday Hawshaw and Mattie Thompson Porter. She was married to the late Gilmer Lee Hall. She worked as a waitress. She is survived by a step daughter, Ophelia Burgess of Petersburg, VA and a sister-in-law, Mabel Thompson of Franklin, NC. One step-grandchild, several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Bryant-Grant
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Walter Lee Hall, Jr., Morganton - A kind and gentle man, Walter Lee Hall, Jr., 75, of Morganton, closed his eyes to this world on Friday, October 23, and awakened refreshed, renewed, and in the presence of his heavenly Father. He is survived by and awaits a joyful reunion with his family: his wife of 55 years, Roberta Snyder Hall; his son and daughter-in-law, Howard and Melissa Hall of Morganton; and his three grandsons, Hayes, Leighton, and John Coleman Hall. He is also survived by sister-in-laws: Margaret and L.C. Howard of Franklin, NC; Ann Norton of Marriottsville, Maryland; Ruth and Edwin Curley of Ann Arbor, Michigan; and a brother-in-law, Hayes and Margaret Snyder of Franklin, NC. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Walter was born
in Sylva, NC, on January 28, 1934, the son of the late Walter Lee
Hall and Wilma Hall Crisp. His early years were spent in Franklin.
He served as the Business Manager-Treasurer for Montreat-Anderson
College and, later, worked as the Finance Officer for Macon County.
He retired and moved to Grace Ridge Retirement Community in Morganton
seven years ago to be closer to his grandchildren. An avid reader,
Walter was passionately interested in genealogy and in history,
particularly the history of Western North Carolina. He authored
a book regarding his hometown of Franklin entitled "An Afternoon
in Franklin." He was a dedicated Christian and was active in
several churches: First United Methodist of Franklin, First United
Methodist of Morganton, and, previously, Montreat Presbyterian in
Montreat, where he served as an Elder. He was actively involved
in numerous church and civic organizations including: the Gideons,
the Rotary Club, the Old Buncombe Genealogical Society, the Macon
County Historical Society, the Burke County Historical Society,
the Sons of the Confederacy, the Civil War Roundtable, the Sons
of the American Revolution, and the First United Methodist Book
Club. After a private burial at Woodlawn Cemetery in Franklin, funeral services will be held Tuesday at 3 pm at Franklin's First United Methodist Church. A memorial service will be held on Thursday afternoon at 3 pm in Morganton at the First United Methodist Church. The family will
receive friends immediately following each service. Details can
be obtained by contacting Sossoman's Funeral Home in Morganton or
Bryant Funeral Home in Franklin. Online
condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Robert Leon Hamilt Highlands, NC - Robert Leon Hamilt, age 74, of Kent Drive, Highlands, NC passed away Monday, March 30, 2009 at his residence. He was born in Haverhill, MA, the son of the late Albert and Gladys Pononsky Hamilt. He grew up in the Haverhill and Boston area. He was a US Airforce Veteran serving during the Korean Conflict. He worked for years as supervisor in the cutting department of Pandora Industries in Manchester, NH. He moved to Peachtree City in 1978. He had worked for a General Motors Dealership as a Internet Computer Manager in Griffin, GA for 26 years. He was loved by everyone he met with his great sense of humor and love of music. He was a Ham Radio operator (KD4UK) and rode a Honda Motorcylce which he continued to ride until Dec. 2008. He retired to Highlands, NC in 2004. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Sandra Baty Hamilt; two sons, Gregory W. Hamilt of Suwannee, GA and Douglas M. Hamilt of Atlanta, GA; one grandson, Jonathan Hamilt and two granddaughters, Elizabeth and Melanie Hamilt; one sister, Judith Yaffi of Boston, MA; two nephews, Richard Yaffi and Warren Yaffi of Boston, MA; one niece, Laurie Yaffi of Boston, MA; one grandniece, Tara Yaffie of Boston, MA; two daughter-in-laws, Ona Hamilt and Amy Hamilt. He was preceded in death by one son, Keith Alan Hamilt. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, April 11 at 3:00 PM at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands with Chaplain Mary Wetzel officiating. Fran Keck will also say a few words. The family will receive friends from 2:00-3:00 PM, one hour prior to service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands. Please no flowers, memorials may be made to the Highlands Emergency Counil in Bob’s memory, 532 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741. Online
condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
or by email.
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Judy Dianne Hammond Dateline, Lakeland, FL & Franklin, NC - Judy Dianne Hammond, age 49, of Lakeland, FL formerly of Franklin, NC passed away Saturday, January 17, 2009 at her residence. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of Frances Keener Sorrells of Franklin, NC and the late Lloyd Fuller. She was a waitress at IHOP and was a member of Bible Baptist Church. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband of 16 years, David Alan Hammond; one daughter, Denise Cunningham of Franklin, NC; three sisters, June Pippio and Nancy Braun and her husband, Keith of Franklin, NC, and Robin Sorrells of Clyde, NC; three brothers, Johnny Fuller of Lakeland, FL, Alex Koletsos and his wife, Lynn of Mewquite, TX and Robert Sorrells of Franklin, NC; two grandchildren, Zachary and Logan. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 21 at 2:00 PM at Ellijay Baptist Church, with Rev. Bill Sellers officiating. Tim Pippio, Brian Pippio, John Pippio, Brandon Braun, Dominick Sorrells, Michael Koletsos and Patrick Pippio will serve as pallbearers. Burial will be at Ellijay Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 1:00-2:00PM, one hour prior to service at the Church. Online
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Tammy Renee Hancock Franklin, NC - Tammy Renee Hancock, age 50, of Old Murphy Road, Franklin, NC passed away Friday, November 5, 2010 at an Asheville Hospital. She was born in Polk Co., FL the daughter of the late Bobby W. and Effie Harris Morphis. She was a homemaker and a member of Longview Baptist Church. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She is survived by her daughter, Theresa Angelica Hancock of Cullman, AL; her son L D Hood, Jr and his wife Sarah of Frostproof, FL; her companion, Brent Rogers of Franklin, NC; her brother, Timmy D. Morphis of Franklin, NC; her grandchildren, Makayla L. Hood, Jada B. Hood and Mia R. Hood. Memorial services will be held Sunday, November 7 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with the Rev. Johnny Lee officiating. The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Bryant-Grant
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Katie Belle Vinson Harbour Franklin, NC - Katie Belle Vinson Harbour, age 88, of the Hickory Knoll Community, passed away Saturday, February 16, 2008 at a local hospital. She was born in Wilkes County, GA, the daughter of the late James Thomas and Ellie Justice Vinson. She was married to Randall O. Harbour who passed away in 1984. She was a homemaker, she enjoyed gardening and flowers and was an avid Braves fan.
She is survived by one daughter, Judy Harbour of Franklin, NC; one son, Randall V. Harbour and his wife, Helen of Longwood, FL; grandchildren, Melanie and Luis Rivera and Kelly Harbour. Many nieces and nephews also survive. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Mabel Marchette, Myrtle Ballew, and Bernice Vinson; five brothers, Howard, June, Bob, Hoyt and Bill Vinson.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 20 at 2:00 PM at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Vic Greene officiating. Burial will be at Wright Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, February 19 from 6:00-8:00 at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Macon County Library, Franklin, NC
An online obituary
is available by visiting www.MeM.com
or www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com.
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Leo John Hargis Franklin, NC - Leo John Hargis, age 54, of Franklin, NC, passed away Tuesday, September 20, 2011 in an Asheville hospital. He was born in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, the son of the late Constance Martel Landry. He was a mechanic, and was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He loved his Harley. He is survived by his wife Theresa Viens Hargis, a son, Leo R. Hargis of Franklin, NC; a sister, Darlene Spenard of Manchester, NH; five brothers, Paul Hargis, Gary Hargis, John Hargis, Lionel Landry, and Steven Landry all of Manchester, NH; one grandson, Kyler Hargis also survives. Memorial services will be held later in New Hampshire. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association, Mid-Atlantic Affiliate, PO Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058-5216. Bryant-Grant
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Edward Brendan Harkin Franklin, NC - > Edward Brendan Harkin, born October 17, 1925 passed away peacefully in the arms of his loving wife Jeannine on November 25, 2010. Born in Stamford, CT, Ed began his career in aviation at the age of 15, and retired as Chief Pilot of The Reader's Digest Association. He touched the lives of so many and was instrumental in helping many other young men achieve their dream of a career in aviation. In addition to Jeannine, he leaves behind his loving children; E. Brendan Harkin, Jr., Barry Harkin, Melissa Harkin and Wendy Harkin Kosloff. He will also be missed by his grandchildren,nieces and nephews, as well as the numerous friends he made in life. We have all been blessed having him in our lives. A private ceremony will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please send any donations to Angel Hospice of Franklin, NC. Bryant-Grant
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Daniel Lee Hart Franklin, NC - Daniel Lee Hart, died peacefully at his home on Friday, January 4, 2008, at the age of 74. He is survived by his beloved wife of almost 50 years, Jane (nee Fox) Hart; daughters, Linda Lee (Mark) Piegore and Mary Jane (Neal) Weintraub; grandchildren Mark Jr., and Ashley Piegore, and Sylvia and Daniel Weintraub, sisters, Pat Dudick, Gerry Sullivan and Mary Hart, numerous nieces and nephews and his loving companion Bubba. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ruth and Raymond Hart and his sister Sally.
Dan graduated from St. Anthony's High School in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, in 1951, where he was a star football and basketball player. He accepted a scholarship to play football for the University of Florida Gators. Dan then served in the U.S. Army, rising to the rank of Master Sergeant, in the newly created Special Forces (Seventh Division, Green Berets). The miltary remained a lifelong passion for Dan, who considered making it a career. However, he returned to the University of Florida to finish his education, graduating in 1960. Dan worked in the Background Music Industry, where he served in executive positions with several companies. He was one of the 12 Limited Partners in the Muzak Corporation when he retired in 1997 to enjoy the mountains of North Carolina with his wife. Subsequently, Dan and Jane moved to Iowa City in 2005, and to Cincinnati in 2007, to be near family. Up until his death, Dan maintained an active role in the Background Music Industry, serving as President of the International Business Music Association since 1997. He also served as a volunteer at the Iowa City VA from 2005-2006.
Dan was an avid sportsman who loved fly fishing and football. He was a lifelong fan and supporter of Notre Dame University, GO IRISH! Dan had a terrific wit and befriended everyone he met. He was a loving and generous person who had a great sense of caring for his fellow man. Dan will be remembered fondly by the hundreds of family members and close friends whom he touched.
Memorial services will be held Wednesday, March 26 at 10:00 AM at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery. An
online condolence is available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Grace Ellison Drake Hawes Franklin, NC - Grace Ellison Drake Hawes, age 87, of Franklin, NC passed away Sunday, July 31, 2011 in a local nursing center. Born in Queens, NY, she was the daughter of the late Albert K and Caroline S. Corwin Drake. She was a homemaker; loved playing bridge and was a member of St. Agnes Episcopal Church. Grace is survived by her husband of 66 years, Theodore W. Hawes, Jr; a son, Theodore W. Hawes III; four grandchildren, Jessica, J. R., Jennifer and Shelly Gerba; three great-grandchildren and longtime friend and caregiver, Sue Passmore. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Gail Hawes Gerba and a great-grandchild, Anthony Gerba. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 3, 2011 at 2:30 p.m. at St. Agnes Episcopal Church with the Rev. Dorrie Pratt officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Agnes Episcopal Church, 84 Church St., Franklin, NC 28734. Bryant-Grant
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Lois Frances Hawkins Highlands, NC - Lois Frances Hawkins, age 83, of Clear Creek, Highlands, NC passed away Friday, February 19, 2010 at a Clayton hospital. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late Lawrence and Lazelle Talley Bryson. She was married to William C.Hawkins I who passed away in 1985. She was a homemaker and a member of Clear Creek Baptist Church. She loved gardening and flowers.She is survived by one son, William C. Hawkins II and his wife Sabrina of Highlands, NC; two step-sons, Dr. Larry Hawkins of Huntsville, AL and Jerry Hawkins of San Diego, CA; three grandchildren, Corbin, Hayley and Samuel Hawkins; four sisters, Opal McCall and Doris Hicks of Highlands, NC, Gail Henry of Easley, SC and Mae Ivester and her husband Dennis of Satolah, GA; two brothers, Homer Bryson and his wife Eloise of Franklin, NC and Wymer Bryson and his wife Bonnie of Highlands, NC. She was preceded in death by a brother, Wendell Bryson. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 22 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands with Rev. Walter Wilson and Rev. Everett Wilson officiating. Burial will be held at Clear Creek Cemetery. Bryant-Grant
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Frank J. Hayes, Jr Highlands, NC -Frank J. Hayes, Jr, age 85, of Highlands, NC formerly of Tamarac FL. passed away Friday, December 19, 2008. He was born June 4, 1923 in Staten Island, New York. He was the son of the late Frank Joseph Hayes, Sr and Jennie Wood Hayes. He was married to the late Mary Crunkleton Hayes, who died July 7, 2008. He was a US Navy Veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was a retired Police officer of NYPD with 20 years service and worked for JC Penney’s for 15 years. He was a Past Grand Knight of Assumption Council. Frank was a member of Gold Star Post of American Legion and a member of the VFW. His greatest joy was golfing and fishing with his grandchildren. He was a member and parishoner of the Holy Family Catholic Church. He is survived by two daughters, Kathleen Castella and her husband, Richard of Frisco, TX and Mary Brooks and her husband, William; and his two sons, Frank Hayes, III and his wife, Julia and John Hayes and his wife, Maggie all of Staten Island, NY; a brother-in-law to Mildren Kessler and Lydia Langell; grandchildren, Frank Hayes, IV, Catherine Hayes, Joey, Justin and Matthew Hayes, Katlyn, Ricky and Jesse Castella, Billy, Travis, Austin and Casey Brooks. He was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Abbott and a granddaughter, Annie Castella. Funeral services will be held Monday, December 22 at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of the Mountain Catholic Church with Father Dean Cesa officiating. Burial will be at the Miller Cemetery. His grandsons will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends Sunday, December 21 from 2:00-4:00 PM at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made the to the Highlands Biological Station, Highlands, NC Online
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Mary Virginia Crunkleton Hayes Highlands, NC - Mary Virginia Crunkleton Hayes passed away on Juy 7, 2008 in Tamarac, Florida. Mary was born in Highlands, NC on July 1, 1931 to Ralph and Virginia Crunkleton. She is survived by two sisters, Mildred Kessler and Lydia Langell. Mary graduated from Highlands High School in 1949. She moved to Staten Island, NY in 1950. She is survived by her husband Frank J. Hayes, Jr. In addition to her husband of 55 years, she is survived by two sons, Frank J. Hayes, III and John Thomas and two daughters, Kathleen Ann Hayes Castella and Mary Eileen Hayes Brooks. She is survived by 12 grandchildren and preceded in death by a granddaughter Ann Marie Castella. Mary was an avid bingo player and enjoyed bowling and playing golf. She enjoyed shopping as well. She was a member of the Knights of Columbus Columbietts and of the Red Hat Society. She was retired from Staten Island University Hospital as a head cashier. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 12, 2008 at 10:00am at Our Lady of the Mountain Catholic Church, with Father Dean Cesa officiating. The family will receive friends fro 6:00 to 8:00pm Friday evening at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery. In lieu of flowers any donations to the Highlands Biological Center in the name of Mary Crunkleton Hayes would be appreciated. Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements. Online
condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Amanda Opal Hedden Franklin, NC - Amanda Opal Hedden, age 90, of the Walnut Creek Community, passed away Friday, April 15, 2011 in Dahlonega, GA. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late Frank and Minnie Clark Stiwinter. She was married to the late Elmer Hedden, who passed away in 1977. She was a homemaker and a member of Walnut Creek Baptist Church since 1953. She attended church regularly. She is survived by three sons, Wiley Hedden of Franklin, NC, Marshall Hedden of Winston-Salem, NC and Larry Hedden of Dahlonega, GA; and one brother, Otis Stiwinter of West Virginia. Twelve grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by two daughters and two sons; one sister and one brother. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 18, 2011 at 2:00 pm at Walnut Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Alton Dendy and Rev. Wesley Hooper officiating. Burial will be in Strain Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dwight Hedden, Keith Hedden, Brentley Hedden, Jonathan Hedden, David Hedden, Chris Hedden, Larry Hedden, Kenneth Hedden and Travis Hedden. Honorary pallbearers will be James and David Hedden. The family will receive friends Sunday, April 17, 2011 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Strain Cemetery Fund, c/o Sharon Hunt, 4386 Walnut Creek Rd., Franklin, NC 28734. Bryant-Grant
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Cleatus Sylvester Hedden Franklin, NC - Cleatus Sylvester Hedden, age 91, of Crisp St., Franklin, NC passed away Friday, May 13, 2011 in a local care center. A native of Macon Co., he was the son of the late John and Ruie Woods Hedden. He was a carpenter and a Veteran of the United States Navy. He attended the Church of God. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Arvina Moss Hedden; his daughter, Marveta Shaw of Naples, FL; his two sons, Willard Hedden of Naples, FL and Verlie Hedden of Inverness, FL; two sisters, Allie Gibson and Ina Carpenter of Franklin, NC; one brother, Homer Hedden of Franklin, NC. Four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 16 at 2:00pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Wiley Gibson officiating. Burial will be held at Walnut Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday, May 16 from 1:00-2:00pm, one hour prior to service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Bryant-Grant
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Imer Shepherd Hedden Franklin, NC - Imer Shepherd Hedden, age 85, of Over Drive, Franklin, NC passed away Saturday, June 25 at a local hospital. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late Frank Morgan and Mamie Shepherd. She was married to the late Lensy Hedden who died in 1989. She retired from Belden after 25 years as a machine operator. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved growing flowers and gardening. She was a member of the Liberty Baptist Church. She is survived by four sons, Richard Hedden of Alto, GA, Jimmy Hedden of Frankin, NC, Charles Hedden of TN and Earl Hedden and his wife, Gail of Buford, GA; three sisters, Pennie Hedden, Daphine Green and Ann Bogan all of Franklin; one half-sister, Terri Queen of Franklin; one brother, Walter Shepherd of Asheville, NC. Seven grandchildrenand nine great-grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by one brother and one half-brother; two sisters and two half-sisters and three grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Monday, June 27 at 2:00Pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Wiley Gibson and Rev. Alton Dendy officiating. Burial will be held at the Woodlawn Cemetery. Ronnie and Randy Hedden, Clark Wilson, Lonnie Hardy, Dwayne Cabe, and Junior Fouts will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends Sunday, June 26 from 6:00-8:00Pm at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers
memorials may be sent to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 5007 Monroe
Road, Suite101, Charlotte, NC 28205 Bryant-Grant
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Cedric (Whitey) Hefferan Franklin, NC - Cedric (Whitey) Hefferan, age 84, of Franklin, NC passed away January 11, 2010 at Angel Hospice. He was born in Chicago on Feb. 16, 1925. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, June; three sons, Steven (Krystal)of Boulder, Co, Brian (Patty) of Inverness, IL, Kevin (Jeni) of Wonder Lake, IL; Stepson Steve (Trudy) Mueler of Salt Spring Island, BC; stepdaughter, Wendy (Drake) Mertes of Inverness, IL; 9 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren, and his Annie. He will be sorely missed along with his ’own’ sense of humor. He was a decorated veteran of WWII, serving in the Third Infantry Division and was wounded twice in action. He retired from Centel Telephone where he had started as a lineman after the war, and was very proud of his role under four presidents as White House Communication Liaison for presidential visits to Chicago’s O’Hare Field. Whitey was proud of his accomplishments as a high school athelete who never lost his love of sports throughout his life. He played semi-professional hockey as a young man, and had a passion for golf until the end. The family would like to extend its sincere gratitude to the nurses and staff of Angel Hospital and Hospice for their care, support and compassion. We will be forever indebted to them for their exceptional personal involvement. Contributions to Angel Hospice, 170 Church Street, Franklin, NC 28734 , would be greatly appreciated to help in their acquiring a Hospice Home. A celebration of life will take place at a later date in accordance with his wishes. Bryant-Grant
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Elmira Hedden Franklin, NC - Elmira Hedden, age 83, of Walnut Creek Road, Franklin, NC, passed away Monday, June 2, 2008 in a local hospital. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late William Jack Berry and Anna Gertrude Coggins Berry. She was a homemaker and was a Charter member of Walnut Creek Baptist Church, where she was a Sunday School Teacher, and the Church Custodian for years. She was a quilt maker and a loving caregiver to her church, commuinity and family.
She is survived by her husband of sixty-one years, Ernest Hedden; one daughter, Sharon Hunt and her husband Bob of Franklin, NC; three sons, Billy Hedden and his wife Linda of Franklin, NC, Steve Hedden and his wife Viola of Athens, AL and Sammy Hedden of Franklin, NC; six sisters, Lora Hedden of Waynesville, NC, Edlay Pruitt of Franklin, NC, Marie Hedden of Candler, NC, Martha Dowdle of Clayton, GA, Mattie Devlin of Candler, NC and Virginia Dills of Franklin, NC; one brother, William A. Berry of Franklin, NC; seven grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and three step-great-grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by three brothers, William E. Berry, William J. Berry, and William Jack Berry, Jr.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 5th at 11:00am in the Chapel of Byrant-Grant Funeral Home, with Rev. Vic Greene and Rev. Wesley Hooper officiating. Burial will be in Strain Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Austin Hedden, Jonathan Hedden, Andrew Hedden, Dave McLennan, Jason Brooks, and James Hedden.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00am, Thursday, one hour prior to the service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Walnut Creek Baptist Cemetery Fund, c/o Erwin Price, 71 Cedar Wood Drive, Franklin, NC 28734 or to Angel Hospice, 170 Church Street, Franklin, NC 28734. Online condolences
may be made by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Patsy Henry Hedden Franklin, NC - Patsy Henry Hedden, age 75, of Walnut Creek Road, Franklin passed away Saturday, June 20, 2009 at her residence. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late Jim and Dena Ramey Henry. She was married to William Dewey Hedden who passed away in 2006. She was a homemaker and was a devoted member of Walnut Creek Baptist Church. She was a devoted Mother and Grandmother. She enjoyed nature and being surrounded by family and friends. She is survived by two daughters, Diana Hedden Sims of Franklin, NC and Patty Hedden Potter and her husband, Blair of Franklin, NC; three sons, James William Hedden and his wife Billie Jo and David Dewey Hedden and his wife, Vicky all of Franklin, NC and Thomas Louie Hedden and his wife Debbie of Manassas, VA; two sisters, Nancy Harkins of Kingston, TN and Hazel Brewer of Franklin, NC; one brother, Frank Henry and his wife Shirley of Sparta, GA; eleven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews; special friends, Margaret Rish and family and Opal Hedden. She was preceded in death by one son Don Lee Hedden who died in 1970; two sisters, Louise Keener and Edith Patton; one brother, June Hedden. Memorial services will be held Monday, June 22 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Carson Gibson and Rev. Ronnie Owens officiating. The family will receive friends Monday, June 22 from 10:00-11:00AM, one hour prior to service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Online
condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
or by email.
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Samuel Hardin Hendricks Highlands, NC - Samuel Hardin Hendricks, age 94 of Fallen Leaf Lane, Highlands, NC passed away Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at his residence. He was born in Murray, KY, the son of John Hendricks and Ona Wadkins Hendricks. He moved to South Florida with his family when he was 10 years old. He lived in Jacksonville, FL for most of his career, working for the Navy Department as a Systems Analyst.
Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Charlene; a son, John Bryant Hendricks of Highlands, a daughter-in-law, Karen, and two grandchildren, Hannah & Joshua. Mr. Hendricks was a Christian and his life as a Christian was very important to him. At one time, while living in Jacksonville, his peers gave him the honor of naming him the most outstanding "Layman of the Year" award in the Christian churches in the state of Florida.
A memorial service will be held in his honor at the Community Bible Church at 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 15. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital Hospice, PO Box 190, Highlands, NC 28741. Online
condolences may be made at www.MeM.com. |
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Charlie Lamar Henry Highlands, NC - Charlie Lamar Henry, age 78, of Highlands, NC, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2010 in Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. He was a native of Macon County, the son of the late Charlie M. and Brittie Webb Henry. He was a caretaker and had worked for Potts Block Company, the US Forest Service and Department of Transportation. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Highlands. He is survived two sisters, Bessie I. Zachary of Franklin, NC and Annie Mae Hensley of Scaly Mtn., NC; a number of nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 18th at 2:30pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands, with Rev. Gary McCall and Rev. Oliver Rice officiating. Burial will be in Highlands Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Gene Green, Michael Green, Matthew Green, Everett Brewer, Chris Brewer, and Justin Brewer. The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 2:30, two hours prior to the service Thursday, at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands. At the family’s request contributions may be made to Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in memory of Charlie Henry. Bryant-Grant
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Clem Henry Franklin, NC/ Highlands, NC - Clem Henry of Sassafras Gap Rd., Highlands went home to be with His Lord on Sunday, September 12, 2010. He was married to Linda Smith Henry. He had one step-daughter Shannon (Eugene) Shuler. He was Pops to two precious grandchildren Brittany and Seth Shuler - they were the delight of his life. He leaves two brothers Eddie (Doris) Henry and Micki (Betty) Henry both of Highlands; two sisters Betty Butts of Highlands and Helen (Zane) Talley of Anderson. He was predeceased by his Dad and Mom, Ed and Alma Henry of Highlands; a sister, Jane Henry Edems of Pickens, SC. He was a proud uncle to many nieces and great nieces, nephews and great nephews. He was a graduate of Highlands High School and Lakeland Florida Forestry School. He worked for US Forest Service and Macon County Sheriff’s Dept. for many years and was a retired caretaker for Westbrook Farms. He was a member of Blue Ridge Lodge 435 AF & AM; loved old cars and trucks and singing. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 16, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at Highlands First Baptist Church with Rev. Andy Cloer and Rev. Hugh Westbrook officiating. Burial will be in Clear Creek Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tim Hunter, Josh Talley, Bill Smith, Kevin Henry, Eugene Shuler and Steven Foster. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at Highlands First Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Lewis Rathbun Wellness Center, 121 Sherwood Rd., Asheville, NC 28803. Bryant-Grant
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Johnny Delano Henry Highlands - Johnny Delano Henry, age 70, of Highlands, NC, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2010 at his residence. He was a native of Macon County, the son of the late Spear and Dessie Ramey Henry. Mr. Henry retired as Street Supervisor for the Town of Highlands with 35 years service. He was of the Baptist Faith. He was a loving husband and father and the best Paw Paw in the world. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Anna Lee Webb Henry, five daughters, Teresa Dalton and husband Jerry of Highlands, Brenda Owens and husband Tommy of Clayton, GA, Linda Rollins and husband Robby of Franklin, Lee Ann Hall and husband Tudor of Highlands, Kristy Brewer and husband Justin of Highlands, two sons, Billy Joe Henry and wife Sharon of St. Cloud, FL and Terry Henry and wife Linda of Highlands, one brother Kibby Henry Sr. of Franklin. 15 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral
services will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday January 12, 2010 in the
chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands with the Rev Junior
Jenkins officiating. Burial will be in Highlands Memorial Park.
Pallbearers will be Adam Henry, Ryan Perkins, Matthew Perkins,Nick
Henry, Christopher Hall and Kibby Henry Jr. Honorary pallbearers
will be the Cullasaja Gorge Fire and Rescue Squad, Clay County Fire
and Rescue Squad and Highlands Fire and Rescue Squad. The family
will recieve friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM Monday at the funeral
home in Highlands. .Online
condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
or by email. |
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J. L. Henry Franklin, NC - J. L. Henry, age 71, of Franklin, NC, passed away Thursday, March 11, 2010, in a Sylva Nursing Home. He was a native of Macon County, the son of Bernice Smith Henry of Franklin, NC, and the late Roy "Nick" Henry. He was a Science Teacher and Basketball Coach at Piedmont College for several years and had taught school at Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School and Macon County Schools. He also had worked for Burrell Motor Company for several years. He coached several Little League Basketball Teams in Macon County. He was a Baptist by faith. He is survived by his sister, Lucy Pickens and husband Charles of Franklin, NC; three nieces and four nephews and several great-nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Don Henry and Ray Henry and a niece, Jana Byrd. Graveside services will be held Sunday, March 14th at 3:00pm at Woodlawn Cemetery, with Rev. David Powell officiating. The family will receive friends, one hour prior to the service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Bryant-Grant
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Richard Jackson Henry Highlands, NC - Richard Jackson Henry, age 31, of Foreman Road, Highlands, NC passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at his residence. He was born in Jackson Co., NC the son of the late Donna Lyn Munger Henry and Richard H. Henry of Highlands, NC. He was a caretaker. In addition to his father, he is survived by a son, Michael Henry of Satolah, GA; his maternal grandparents, Fred and Madge Munger of Highlands, NC and his paternal grandmother, Marie Reese of Highlands, NC; his sister, Sheena Adams and her husband, Harrison, and sons, Shawn, Kyle and Kevin of Clarksville, GA. Memorial services will be held Friday, March 6 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands, NC. The family will receive friends Friday, March 6 from 1:00-2:00 PM, one hour prior to service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands. Online
condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Sandra Marlene Henry Franklin - Sandra Marlene Henry, age 59, of Franklin passed away Saturday, February 14, 2009 in Asheville. She was born in Webster, West Virginia March 15, 1949. Mrs. Henry was the daughter of the late John Phillip and Margie Stout Moore. She was a homemaker and worked as a hotel custodian. Surviving is her husband of 42 years, Kibby L. Henry Sr.,two daughters Cynthia McGaha and her husband Mark, Ronda Henry both of Franklin, one son, Kibby L Henry Jr. and his wife Michele also of Franklin, two sisters, Janice Bohannon of Jacksonville, FL and Pama Sue Barber of Dawnsonville, GA, four brothers Phillip Moore, Nathan Moore, and Rondall Moore of Jacksonville, FL and Danny Moore of Middlesburg, VA. Nine grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be held Wednesday February 18, at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with the Revs. Oliver Rice and Robert Ramey officiating. Burial will be in Blue Valley Baptist Church Cemetery. Terry Henry, Charlie Dillhyon, Gene Ramey, John Moore, J. D. Henry and Robert Bohannon will serve as pallbearers, The
family will recieve friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM Tuesday, Feb 17th
at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Franklin. Online
condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
or by email.
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Gladys Naomi Hensley Franklin, NC - Gladys Naomi Hensley, age 95 of Franklin, NC passed away Friday, January 21, 2011 at a local nursing center. She was born in Logan County, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Dennis and Rhoda Thompson Berry. She was married to Bruce Hensley who died July 06, 1995. She worked at a Shell factory and was a member of the Franklin Church of Christ. She was an outdoor person who loved to garden and camp. She also loved going to Church and worshiping God. She is survived by her daughter, Geraldine Nash of Franklin, NC; four grandchildren, Dianna Dooley, Donna Nash, Duane Nash and Annette Bragg; eight great-grandchildren, Christi Jones, Jessica Betts, Eric Seymour, Jill Seymour, Amy Provost, Chad Seymour, Ashley Bragg and Daryan Nash and six great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Jerry Hensley; a son-in-law, Robert Nash, a sister, Louise Curry and five brothers. The family will have a memorial service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Franklin Church of Christ, PO Box 656, Franklin, NC 28744. Bryant-Grant
Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
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Gilmer Harry Henson Franklin, NC -Gilmer Harry Henson, age 85, of Otto, NC passed away Thursday, August 25, 2011 at an Asheville Hospital. He was a native of Macon County, the son of the late Lonnie and Ora Norris Henson. He was a Veteran of the US Army. He owned and operated a dairy farm for over 40 years and was a member of the Asbury United Methodist Church. He was a very loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Anna Howard Henson; two sons, Barry Henson and Scott Henson and his wife, Rhonda Caudill Henson of Otto, NC; one granddaughter, Jessica Henson; one sister, Roberta Palmer of Marysville, CA. Several nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Helen Grant and Maybur Norton and two brothers, Ralph and Calvin Henson. Funeral services will be held Sunday, August 28 at 2:00PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Duane Corle and Rev. Janet Greene officiating. Private graveside services will be held at the Asbury United Methodist Cemetery. Kevin Fountain, Kevin Payne, Tony Norris, Ryan Angel, Steve Henson Gary Henson and Ralph Henson, Jr. will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends Saturday, August 27 from 6:00-8:00PM at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Asbury United Methodist Church or Cemetery Fund, PO Box 113, Otto, NC 28763. Bryant-Grant
Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
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Kristi Lynne Herring Franklin, NC - Kristi Lynne Herring, age 23, of Gravel Rd., Franklin, NC passed away Sunday, June 26, 2011. Born in Charlottesville, VA, she was the daughter of Pete Frank Herring and Paula Mazzell Bradberry. She was a waitress at Motor Company Grill. Kristi was a loving mother with a wonderful sense of humor. She was her mother’s "Lucy"; she attended Prentiss Church of God. In addition to her parents and maternal grandparents, Bobbie & Roy King of Aiken, SC, she is survived by one son, Xavier Carson of the home; two sisters, Heather Herring of Aiken, SC and Brooke Herring Burrell and her husband Brian of Franklin, NC and one step-sister, Erin Grandy of Franklin, NC. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 30, 2011 at 2:00 pm at Prentiss Church of God with Rev. Tim Hayes officiating. Burial will be in Addington Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Will Stavely, Brian Burrell, Cheyenne Carson, Paul Mazzell, Albert Barnes, Billy King and Alex Osbon. The family will
receive friends Thursday from 1:00-2:00 pm, one hour prior to the
service, at the church. Bryant-Grant
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Curtis Preston Hester Highlands - Curtis P Hester, 82, went to be with his Lord on August 7, 2011.Curtis was born on November 19, 1928 in McRae, GA to parents Thelma and Claude Hester. The family later moved to Miami Florida and he graduated from Edison High School in Miami. He joined the US Navy from 1952 to1953, then went on to a work for the Clark, Cameron and Barclay Company and eventually for Goodall Rubber Company selling industrial rubber supplies.
After friends Bill and Evelyn Hall introduced him to Highlands, NC he fell in love with the area and visited many times over the years with his family. In 1990, after retiring from a career with Goodall Rubber Company, he moved to Highlands permanently. There he was an active member of society as a member at the Community Bible Church of Highlands and volunteering at the Fidelia Eckerd Living Center, the Community Playhouse, delivering Meals on Wheels, and for the Literacy Council, teaching children math.
He always maintained a curiosity and zest for life, friends and new experiences. Even in retirement he remained productive by working locally selling electronics, as a security guard, as a postal worker, doing tax preparation and as a census enumerator. In between these various careers he found time to explore the world visiting Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, the Panama Canal, Belize, Mexico, Scotland, England, France, British Columbia, Alaska, the Bahamas, and Jamaica.
He is survived by his wife, Hazel W Hester of Highlands, NC; son, Gary Hester and wife Donna Hester of Orlando, FL; daughter, Lynn Hester Human of Jacksonville, FL; step-daughter, Michelle Truman of Orlando, FL; grandson, Jason Human and wife Carly Human of Orlando, FL; granddaughters, Jennifer Human of Jacksonville, FL and Nicole Hester of Orlando, FL; sister, Grace Wilson of Kissimmee, FL; brother Jon Hester of Pembrook Pines, FL;. He was preceded in death by his first wife Wanda Lynn Hester; brothers, Gereld Hester and David Hester; and sister, Jeannie Keith. Services will be held Thusday, August 11 at 10:00AM at Vista Memorial Gardens in Miami Lakes, FL with Rev. Harry Laverne Keith, II officiating. Burial will be held at Vista Memorial Gardens-House of God Garden in Miami Lakes, FL. A memorial service will be held at Highlands at a later date. Bryant-Grant
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Gerald Edward Helzel Franklin, NC - Gerald Edward Helzel, age 89, of Franklin, NC, formerly of Gainesville,FL, passed away Friday, August 19, 2011 in a local nursing home. He was born in Jeannette, PA, and was the son of the late Mr. & Mrs. Frank and Hazel Sager Helzel. He was married to the late Sylvia Hubner Helzel. He was a US Navy Veteran, serving during World War II, and was a member of Resurrection Lutheran Church, serving on the Church Council. He previously owned a heating and air company, and taught at Santa Fe Junior College in Gainesville, FL. He is survived by 5 sons and four daughter-in-laws, Jon and Ana Rhoads and Alan and Debbie Rhoads both of Alachua, FL, Randy Rhoads of Gainesville, FL, Todd and Neida Rhoads, of Orlando, FL, and Phil and Debbie Rhoads of Greer, SC; one sister, Barbara Monday of Gainesville, FL; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren also survive. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 pm, Saturday, August 27th at Resurrection Lutheran Church. Burial will be at Forest Meadows Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Angel Hospice, 170 Church Street, Franklin, NC 28734. Bryant-Grant
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Joyce Meredith Hetzel Highlands, NC - Joyce Meredith Hetzel of Highlands, NC, formerly of Sanford, Florida, died October 23rd in Highlands. She was the daughter of H. C. and Geraldine Hetzel who had a summer cottage here since 1924. She graduated from the University of SC, where she was a Delta Delta Delta, and attended Tulane University where she received her Masters Degree in Social Work. She specialized in child welfare work in Dayton Beach & Sanford, FL. After retirement, she moved to Chestnut Hill in Highlands. She was an active member of the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation, where she served on the Vestry & was a choir member. She was a volunteer at the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. She was a talented artist, loved Nature, gardening, music & singing. She spent her life caring for & helping other people. To know her was to love her. Survivors include her two sisters, Ann Beatty of Atlanta & Janet Fisher of Miami, one brother, Rev. Alan Dorn Hetzel & his wife Hazel of Black Mountain, NC. Also surviving is her long-time companion, Martha Wight and numerous nephews and nieces. In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances can be made to Hospice of Highlands at Highlands-Cashiers Hospital and The Church of the Incarnation in Highlands. Her service will be held in the Chapel of The Church of the Incarnation, Sunday, October 26, 2008 at 2:00pm. Rev. Brian Sullivan and Rev. Alan Hetzel will officiate. A Reception will follow at the Club House at Chestnut Hill (off Buck Creek Road) for friends and family. Interment will be at the Highlands Memorial Park Cemetery. Online
condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Janie Suzan Hickox Franklin, NC - Janie Suzan Hickox, age 45, of Classic Drive, Franklin, NC passed away Monday, August 24, 2009 at a local hospital. She was born in Deland, Florida, the daughter of the late Matthew and Bertha Jones Hickox. She was a homemaker, an avid reader and loved music. She is survived by her husband, Douglas Ray Bell; two sons, Matthew Hickox and Aaron Hickox of Franklin, NC; two brothers, David Harrell of DeLeon Springs, FL and Bobby Sikes of Georgia. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Online condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email. |
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Betty Louise Higdon Franklin, NC - Betty Louise Higdon, age 90, of Paris, TN, formerly of Franklin, NC, passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2011. She was born in West Union, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Glennwood and Mary Agnes McInTosh Phillips. She was married to the late James Dean Higdon, who passed away July 4, 1997. She is survived by two daughters, LaVerne Williams and husband Joe of Paris, TN, and Kathryn Marshall and husband Larry of Roswell, GA; two brothers, Marvin Phillips of West Virginia and William Phillips of Pennsylvania. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Max Phillips and Bob Phillips. Graveside services will be held Saturday, July 30th at 2:00 pm at Sugarfork Baptist Church Cemetey. Bryant-Grant
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Mrs. Winifred May Bellingham Hill Georgetown, FL & Franklin, NC - Mrs. Winifred May Bellingham Hill, 103 years young, died Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009 . Born in London, England on January 10th, 1906, she came to America when she was one. She grew up in New York, went to secretary school in Herkimer, NY where she went to work. In 1926, she married Allen M. Hill. They lived in many places including Lakeland, Fl., St. Petersburg, Fl. and Franklin, N.C. coming to Georgetown, Fl in 1990. She loved to travel including going back to England on many trips. In her lifetime, she worked as a secretary, bookkeeper, seamstress and made shell jewelry. Her hobbies were crocheting and many other crafts. She was a member of the Howe Memorial United Methodist Church.
Mrs. Hill is survived by two daughters: Phyllis Pritchard of Amherst, N. Y. and Doris Tompkins of Flagler Beach; seven grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held Thursday, September 3, at 1:00 PM at Iotla Methodist Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Iotla Methodist Church Cemetery, c/o Johnny Myers, 45 Myers Cove, Franklin, NC 28734. Online
condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Roger Linwood Hill, III Franklin, NC - Roger Linwood Hill, III, infant son of Natosha Collins and Roger Linwood Hill, II passed away Monday, November 10, 2008 in a Stephens County Hospital in Toccoa, GA. In addition to his parents, he is survived by a maternal grandparents, Terry McCall and Kathy Kendell of Franklin, NC; paternal grandparents, Lee and Erica English of Clayton, GA; a maternal great-grandmother, Ruby Collins of Franklin, NC; four sisters, Caitlin McClain, Skylar McClain, Riley McClain and Nikki Bryant all of the home and one brother, David Collins of the home. Memorial services will be held Friday, November 14 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Benny Hurst officiating. The family will receive friends Friday, November 14 from 1:00-2:00PM, one hour prior to service. Online condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email. |
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Warren Walter Hirt, Jr Sylva, NC - Warren W. Hirt, Jr, age 78, of Sylva, NC passed away Sunday, August 16, 2009. A native of Detroit, Michigan the son of the late Warren Walter Hirt, Sr and Hilda Gobbetti Hirt, he was a US Marine Veteran during the Korean conflict. After his military service, he relocated his family to South Florida, where they remained for over 40 years. Before owning and operating a family insurance agency in Fort Lauderdale for 20 years, he and his father owned a real estate development business. In 2002, he and Mitzi moved to their mountain home in Western NC where he dedicated his retirement to serving the community, supporting Habitat for Humanity of Macon County, NC and working with other non-profit organizations. He
is survived by his wife, Mitzi Fairfield Hirt to whom he was married
for 58 years; one daughter, Gretchen Harkins and her husband, Robert
of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; three sons, Paul Hirt and his wife Linda
Jakse of Tempe, Arizona, Warren Hirt III of Ft. Pierce, FL and Stephen
Hirt of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; one sister, Janice Jackson of Michigan;
three grandchildren, Chana, Daniel and Evan. Three great-grandchildren
also survive. Online
condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Ruth Louise Hogsed Franklin, NC - Ruth Louise Hogsed, age 82, of Allman Drive, Franklin, NC passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2008 in a local hospital. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late Joe and Daisy Robbins Hamby. She was married to the late Evan Hogsed who passed away June 18, 2000. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Assembly of God Church. She was retired from Belden. Louise loved gardening and yardwork. She also loved helping children and cooking. She is survived by two daughters, Patricia Rutherford and her husband, Patrick of Conway, SC and Kathy DeLay of Dacula, GA; two sons, Bud Hogsed and his wife, Selma and Doug Hogsed and his wife, Donna all of Franklin, NC; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one sister, Ethel Herd and one brother, William Leroy "Bud" Hamby. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 20 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Steve Reeves and Timothy Hogsed officiating. Burial will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends Saturday, December 20 from 10:00-11:00 AM, one hour prior to service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to CareNet, 130 Bidwill Street, Franklin, NC 28734. Online
condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Kathrine (Kate) E. Conley Holbrook Franklin, NC -Kathrine E. Conley Holbrook (Kate), age 96, passed away at her residence on Hickory Knoll on Friday, December 19, 2008 after a lengthy illness. She was a life long resident of the Hickory Knoll Community. She is preceded in death by her husband, Alex L. Holbrook who passed away in 1986; her son, Larkin A. Holbrook of Rabun Gap, GA; two grandsons, John Edward Holbroook, Michaeal Ray Leedom; her parents, Ingram and Sadie Conley; two sisters, Betty Waldroop and Louise Conley; four brothers, Bill Conley, Jim Conley, John Conley, and Joe Conley all of Franklin. She was a homemaker and a member of Coweeta Baptist Church. She loved to garden and her flowers. She was "Granny" to all the grandchildren and will be missed. She is survived by her daughter, Margaret Crotty (Peggy) of the home; six grandchildren, Jeff Holbrook of Mountain City, GA, Timothy Leedom of Virginia Beach, VA, Tammy Vaughn and her husband, Billy of Augusta, GA, Steven Leedom and his wife, Dana of Evan, GA, Christopher Leedom of Atlanta, GA, Billy Leedom of the home. Also fourteen great-grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Monday, December 22, 2008 at 3:00 PM in the Chapel of Bryant Funeral Home . Burial will be at Coweeta Baptist Church Cemetery. Her grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends Monday, December 22 from 2:00-3:00PM, one hour prior to service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Coweeta Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, Online
condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Betty Hazel Holland Franklin, NC - Betty Hazel Holland, age 79, of Holland Drive, Franklin, NC died Monday, May 9, 2011 in an Asheville hospital. A native of Macon County, she was the daughter of the late Charlie and Mary Simons Adams. She was married to Charlie R. Holland who passed away in 2001. Hazel was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a homemaker; loved to camp, read and cook for family and friends and was a member of East Franklin Baptist Church. She is survived by a daughter, Beverly "Sissy" Jenkins and her husband Ray of Franklin, NC; two sons, Richard Dale Holland and his wife Jerdy of West Columbia, SC and Ronnie W. Holland and his wife Carolyn of Franklin, NC. Three grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren; a number of nieces and nephews; three half-sisters and one half-brother also survive. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 14, 2011 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. David Williams, Rev. Mark Bishop and Rev. John Rogers officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Craig Holland, Chad Holland, Tyler Holland, Monte Simonds, Troy Burt and Stacy Guffey. The family will receive friends Friday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Bryant-Grant
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Dorothy Jean Holland Franklin,
NC - Dorothy Jean Holland, age 72, of Franklin, NC, passed away
Wednesday, February 20, 2008 in a Sylva hospital. She was a native
of Graham County, NC, the daughter of Fred and Rosa Prince DeHart.
She was married to the late Alfred McKinley Holland, Jr., who passed
away August 5, 1995. She was a homemaker and was of the Baptist
faith.
An online obituary is available by visiting www.MeM.com
or www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com. |
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Elbie Jean Holland Franklin, NC; Clayton, GA - Elbie Jean Holland, age 63, of Clayton, GA passed away Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at Habersham Medical Center. Born in Macon County, she was the daughter of the late Ray and Gertrude Hodgins Bates. She was a homemaker. She is survived by one daughter Sherry Wales of Clayton, GA; one son Darrin Holland of Franklin, NC; two sisters Leoma Crisp of Franklin, NC and Gail Bates of Clayton, GA; three brothers Billy Joe Bates of Balmont, NC; Buck Bates of GA and Willie Bates of Franklin, NC, a half brother, Beachfard Hodgins. She is also survived by two grandchildren, Amber Browning and Brandon Wales. Funeral
services will be held Friday, September 17, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. in
the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Donald Bates and
Rev. Don Moffitt officiating. Burial will be in Hodgins Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Thursday, September 16, 2010 from
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Bryant Grant Funeral Home. Online condolences
may be made by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com. Bryant-Grant
Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Bryant-Grant
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James Leroy Holland Franklin, NC- James Leroy Holland, age 69 of Franklin, NC passed away Saturday, September 24, 2011 in a Jackson County Nursing Home. Born in Cherokee County, North Carolina, he was the son of the late Kerma and Mavis Young Holland. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army; an avid musician and was of the Baptist faith. He was a long haul truck driver and was an off-shore well driller. He is survived by two daughters, Teresa Holland and Angie Holland both of Waterford, MI; one son, Jimmy Holland of Waterford, MI; four sisters, Janet Holland, Kathy Moffitt and husband Don, Loretta Holland and Shelby Holland all of Franklin, NC; two brothers, Ronnie and Phillip Holland both of Franklin, NC; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three brothers Wade Holland, Gilbert Holland and Michael Holland. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, with Rev. Don Moffitt officiating. Burial will be at Sugarfork Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday, one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Sugarfork Baptist Church Cemetery, c/o Doug Thompson, 287 Sugarfork Road, Franklin, NC 28734. Bryant-Grant
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Kenneth Gerald Holland Clyde - Kenneth Gerald Holland, 58, of Spring Lane, Clyde, NC went to be with his Lord, Thursday, March 11, 2010. A native of Franklin, NC he was the son of the late Kenneth and BettyHolland. He was preceded in death by a sister, Leann Holland. He loved gospel singing and sang with the Under Grace Trio.He was an automotive mechanic. He is survived by his wife of 14 years, Sheena Bryson Holland, one daughter, April Ward and her husband David of Clyde; sons, Jeremy Holland (Joni) of Waynesville, Tim Queen (Jennifer) of Hendersonville, Adam Queen (Natasha) of Boston, MA, Matt Queen (Hope) of High Point, NC; two sisters, Sandra Breedlove (Terry) and Polly Bradley (Terry) of Franklin, NC; three grandsons, Josey Ward, Tyler and Bryce Queen; four granddaughters, Ashley and Sara Holland, Angel Ward and Madison Queen; three nephews, Matthew, Nathaniel and Brandon Breedlove all of Franklin, NC. The family will receive friends at Melton Funeral Home beginning at 4 until 6 p.m. Sunday. Service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, March 15, 2010 at New Hope Baptist Church, of which he was a member, with Rev. Mike Moore, the Rev. Brandon Breedlove and the Rev. Lewis Gibson officiating. Burial will follow at the New Hope Church Cemetery with Masonic rites conducted by the Pigeon River Masonic Lodge 386, of which he was a member. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association. Melton Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Online registry available at www.meltonfhsylva.com. Published as a courtesy of Bryant Grant Funeral Home. |
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Ronnie Keith Hollifield Franklin, NC - Ronnie Keith Hollifield, age 62 of Macon County, passed away March 9, 2011 in a VA Medical Center. He was born in Towns County, GA, the son of the late Norman Hollifield and Vera Dills. He was a US Army Veteran, serving during the Vietnam War. He worked for Franklin Glass and was a member of Cartoogechaye Baptist Church. He is survived by two daughters, Amanda Leigh Hollifield of Buford, GA and Melissa Hollifield Lee and husband Shannon Lee of Franklin, NC; a sister, Denise Young of Charlotte, NC; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild also survives. Memorial services will be held Saturday, March 19th at 11:00 am in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, with Rev. Alton Dendy, Rev. Shannon Lee, and Bill Swift officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am till 11:00 am, one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. The Franklin VFW Post #7339 and American Legion Post 108 will conduct complete military rites. Memorials may be made to the Veterans Memorial Park. Bryant-Grant
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Lomax
Hammell Holmes
Cullowhee, NC - Lomax Hammell Holmes, age 73, of Pine Creek Road, Cullowhee, NC, passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. He was a native of Dothan, Alabama, and resided in the Pine Creek Community. He was the son of the late Dan and Cubie Corrnett Holmes. He was a member of the National Guard also a cabinet maker and attended Pine Creek Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Helen Freda Crawford Holmes; two daughters, Tina Marie Coggins of Cashiers, NC and Roma Ann Rogers of Pine Creek; a son, Phillip Adrian Holmes of Pine Creek; a sister, Kathrine Alexander Baxter of Bonifay, FL; a half sister, Nerva Shuman; six grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in death by a brother, Joe Dan Holmes. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 11th at 11:00am at Pine Creek Baptist Church, with Rev. Johnny Norris officiating. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10:00 till 11:00am, one hour prior to the service at the Church. Memorials may be made to the Pine Creek Baptist Church Building Fund, 4484 Pine Creek Road, Cullowhee, NC 28723. Bryant-Grant
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Florence Mason Holt Franklin, NC - Florence Mason Holt, age 67, of North Skeenah Road, Franklin, NC, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2008. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late Earl Wilson Mason and Sadie Stockton Mason. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Lee Holt, who passed away March 28, 1978, and one brother, Carles Mason. She was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Marie Holt Ledford and David Ledford and Melissa Gail Bryant and Rodney Bryant; one son, Joey Lee Holt, all of Franklin. She is also survived by one brother and sister-in-law, Jack and Wanda Mason of Franklin. Surviving also are grandchildren, Randy and Amanda Ledford, Rebecca Ledford, Kainen and Kelsie Bryant, one great-grandchild, Haylee Leddford, two nephews, Jacky Mason of Franklin and Chet Barlow of Morganton, NC. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Dec. 6th at 11:00am at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, with Rev. Mike McConnell and Rev. Josh Brooks officiating. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Keith Mason, Mick Stockton, Harvey Hastings, Billy Ledford, Keith Mann, and Jim Jullian. The family will receive friends from 600 to 8:00pm Friday evening at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Online
condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Marie
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Toccoa, GA - Marie M. Hood, age 78, of Sycamore Drive, Toccoa, GA went to be with the Lord Friday, May 23 at Stephens County Hospital, Toccoa, GA.. She was born in KoKomo, IN, the daughter of the late William Seawright and Ethel Mae Booher Bowen. She was a homemaker, a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Herbert M. Hood; four daughters, Ethel and her husband, Grant Snyder, Jan Payne, Cathy and her husband, Ron Swanson, and Sharon and her husband, Randy Anderson all of Franklin, NC; one son, Richard Hood and his wife, Mirna of Guatamala, CA; three sisters, Martha Miller of High Hill, MO, Betty Lauer of Franklin, NC and Virginia West of Albany, GA; four brothers, George Bowen of St. Ann Missouri, Walter Bowen of Heber Springs, AK, Frank Bowen of Hannibal, MIssouri, Joe Bowen of Jefferson City, Missouri. Sixteen grandchildren, thirty great-grandchildren and three great-great- grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by a son, Michael Hood and six brothers, Bill, Bob, Fred, Raymond, Donald and Guy Bowen. Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 29 at 1:00 PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. John Raby officiating. Burial will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery. The
family will receive friends Wednesday, May 28 from 6:00-8:00 PM
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Gladys Sawyer Hooper Dillard GA - , 85, of Dillard, GA, widow of George W. (Shorty) Hooper died Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at her residence.
Born December 23, 1923 in Graham County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Caswell and Bessie Guge Sawyer. She was a homemaker and was of the Baptist faith. She was the last member of her immediate family.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Shirley Payne.
She is survived by one son; Ricky Hooper of Dillard, GA, and by one daughter and a son-in-law; Diana H. and Allen Addis of Tiger, GA. Six grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 26, 2009 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Hunter Funeral Home with Rev. Robert Dryman officiating. Burial will follow in the Rabun Memory Park.
The family is at their respective homes and will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 PM on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at Hunter Funeral Home.
An
online register book is available at www.hunterfuneralhomega.com.
Hunter Funeral Home is in charge. Courtesy of Bryant-Grant Funeral
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George T. “Skip” Hopkins Highlands, NC - George T. “Skip” Hopkins, of Highlands, NC, passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2008 at his mountain home after an extended battle with lung cancer. He was well loved and was surrounded by his family and friends. He will be sorely missed. Skip was a volunteer for The Highlands Art Walk, Highlands Chamber Activities, and The Highlands Dog Show (Paws In the Park). He was also a member of the Mirror Lake Association. Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Evelyn Louise Hopkins; two sisters, Joan and John Hegedus of St. Louis, MO and Sharon and Dale Adkison of Owensville, MO; one nephew, Kenneth and Jacqueline Adkison and family of Owensville, MO; four nieces, Elizabeth Becker and family of Chula Vista, CA, Jill Lenauer Overkamp, her husband Landon and family of Westmoreland, KS, Jennifer and Cory Steinman and family of Washington, MO, and Nancy and Rodger Carpenter and family, also of Washington, MO. Memorial services will be held on Sunday, September 21, 2008 at 2:30 pm, at the Bryant-Grant Funeral Home Chapel in Highlands. The family will receive friends at the funeral home at 2:00pm, thirty minutes prior to the service. Online
condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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John David "Jay" Hopkins Franklin - John David "Jay" Hopkins, age 92, of Brendle Rd., Franklin, NC passed away Thursday, April 21, 2011 in a local hospital. A native of Macon County, he was the son of the late Sam and Mattie Sorrells Hopkins. He was married first to Margie Sanders Hopkins who died in 1982 and then to Maude Mary Brendle Hopkins who died in 2009. He worked for Macon County Supply for forty-seven years as a sales and delivery person. He was a member of Watauga Baptist Church where he was former treasurer and oldest deacon. He is survived by two sisters, Etta Tallent of Franklin, NC and Lucille Potts of Greenville, SC. Several nieces and nephews as well as great and great-great nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Wilson and five brothers, Ed, Howard, Ralph, Ernest and Avery Hopkins. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 25, 2011 at 2:00 pm at Watauga Baptist Church with Rev. Wesley Price and Rev. Vic Greene officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Melvin Mashburn, Stevie Tallent, Davis Potts, Larry Mashburn, Gene Mitchell and Jerry Guffey. The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 pm, one hour prior to the service, at the church. Bryant-Grant
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Mary Maude Brendle Hopkins Franklin, NC - Mary Maude Brendle Hopkins, age 93, of Brendle Road, Franklin, NC, went to be with the Lord, Monday, February 2, 2009. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late Robert David and Amy Ledford Brendle. She was married first to Parks Wiley Brendle, who passed away in 1980, and is survived by her second husband,, of 24 years, John D. (Jay) Hopkins. She had worked at Franklin Undergarment and Van Raalte, and was the oldest member of Watauga Baptist Church, where she was a former choir member. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a by a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by four sisters, Bessie Beeco, Minnie Clayton, Vinnie Brendle and Mattie Fouts and seven brothers, J. B., Frank, Fred, Wiley, Dee, Robert and Barnard Brendle. Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 5th at 2:00pm, at Watauga Baptist Church, with Rev. Wesley Price, Rev. Roy Lowe and Rev. Vic Greene officiating. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Steve Tallent, Melvin Mashburn, Larry Mashburn, Kenneth Mashburn, Ernie Brendle and Tommy Guffey. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00pm, Wednesday evening at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, where the body will remain until placed in the Church, thirty minutes prior to the service. Memorials may be made to Watauga Baptist Church Building Fund, c/o Ronnie Mason, 639 Brendle Road, Franklin, NC 28734. Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements Online condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email. |
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Ralph Hopkins Franklin, NC - Ralph Hopkins, age 75, of Forest Avenue, Franklin, NC passed away Monday, January 17, 2011 in a Flat Rock care facility. A native of Macon County, he was the son of the late Samuel and Mattie Marie Sorrells Hopkins. He is survived by his wife of fifty years, Rosa Lee Cabe Hopkins. A veteran of the US Army, he was a truck driver for Rhodes Paving, Taylor-Murphy Construction and Desoto Trail Trucking Company. He was a member of the Moose Lodge; Franklin VFW Post #7339 and American Legion Post #108. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Cecilia Teem and husband Ricky of Franklin, NC and Janet Toms and husband Rick of Hendersonville, NC; two sisters, Etta Tallent of Franklin, NC and Lucille Potts of Greenville, SC and one brother, Jay Hopkins of Franklin, NC. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Richard and Tiffany Toms and Jessica Teem and three great-grandchildren, Devin, Harley and Owen Toms. He was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Wilson and four brothers, Ernest Hopkins, Ed Hopkins, Howard Hopkins and a baby brother, Avery Hopkins. Memorial services will be held Friday, January 21 at 3:00PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Mark Bishop and Rev. David Williams. Burial will be held at a later date at Windy Gap Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:00-3:00 pm, one hour prior to the service, at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers,
memorials may be made to the Four Seasons Elizabeth House, 571 South
Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731. Bryant-Grant
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Gordon Madison Houston Highlands, NC - Gordon Madison Houston, age 31, of Highlands, NC, passed away peacefully at home, Monday, August 22, 2011. He was a native of Macon County the son of Jane Talley Houston of Highlands, NC and the late John Willis Houston. He was a 1999 graduate of Highlands High School, and loved to hunt and fish. In addition to his mother he is survived by three brothers, Stanley Houston and wife Angie, Stacy Houston, and Scott Houston all of Highlands, NC; one nephew, Christopher Houston of Waynesville, NC also survives. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 24th at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands, with Rev. Matt Shuler officiating. Burial will be in Clear Creek Community Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Christopher Houston, Mike Wilson, Lester Norris, and Buddy Miller. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm Tuesday evening at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands. Bryant-Grant
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Lottie Mae Barnes Houston Franklin, NC - Lottie Mae Barnes Houston, age 91, of Franklin, NC passed away Sunday, March 13, 2011 at a local nursing home. She was a life-long native of Macon County, the daughter of the late Thomas Houston Barnes and Annie Mae Alexander Barnes. She was married to Hillard Houston who passed away in 1993. She was an assembly worker for Burlington Industry and was a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church. She was active in the old Macon County Rescue Squad. She was a loving mother and grandmother and she loved to garden, crochet and cook for her family. She is survived by a daughter, Annie Mae Guy and husband, Joe of Franklin, NC. Four grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild also survive. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Frances Kay Houston and eight brothers. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 18 at 11:00AM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Rodney Guy, Rev. Paul Hill, and Rev. Joe Guy officiating. Burial will be held at Longview Baptist Church Cemetery. Danny Barnes, Chris Barnes, Lonnie Barnes, Doug Barnes, Keith Barnes, and Thomas Barnes will serve as pallbearers. Ronnie Barnes, Gary Barnes, Eric Speed, Jeff Carpenter, and Mike Lequire will serve as honorary pallbearers. The family will receive friends Friday, March 18 from 10:00-11:00AM, one hour prior to the service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Bryant-Grant
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Willard Clinton Houston Highlands, NC - Willard Clinton Houston, age 68 of Highlands, NC, passed away Friday, March 4, 2011 at his residence. He was a native of Macon Co., the son of the late Gordon Garfield Houston and Dovie Southards Houston. He was a member of Buck Creek Baptist Church. He was retired from GTE Telephone Co. with 25 years service, where he worked as a cable splicer. He was a loving husband, Dad and Papaw. He loved to hunt, fish, and enjoyed spending time outdoors. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Barbara Talley Houston; one daughter, Linda Henry and husband Terry of Highlands, NC; one son, Steve Houston of Atlanta, GA; one sister, Dorothy Criswell of Groves, TX; three grandchildren, Adam Henry and fiancee Amber Manley, Luke Houston, and Jessica Houston. He was preceded in death by 5 sisters and 3 brothers. Funeral services will be held Sunday, March 6, 2011 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands, with Rev. Matt Shuler officiating. Burial will be in Buck Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Glandon Vaughn, John Holland, Stacy Houston, Dick Bullis, Algie Bolick, and Michael Houston. The family will
receive friends from 12:30 to 2:00 pm, Sunday in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant
Funeral Home in Highlands Bryant-Grant
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Ella Mae Houston Franklin, NC - Ella Mae Houston, age 78, of Higdon Road, Franklin, NC, passed away Friday, September 26, 2008 at her residence. She was born in Jackson County, the daughter of the late Jeff and Lucille Moore Russell. She was retired from the Ecusta Paper and was a member of Glady Branch Baptist Church in Brevard, NC. She was born and raised on Lake Glenville and enjoyed the water. She enjoyed traveling and geneology. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Lawton E. Houston; one son, Allan E. Houston and his wife, Rebecca of Grand Junction, TN; one sister, Virgie Ray Thomas of Hiawassee, GA; one brother J.W. Russell of White Oak, NC; two grandchildren, Laura A. Houston a graduate student of Washington University, St. Louis, MO and Brian A. Houston, MD of Johns Hopkins Hospital of Baltimore, MD. Funeral services will be held Monday, September 28 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with the Rev. Greg Rogers officiating. Burial will be in the Higdonville Baptist Church. Larry Raby, Bobby Jo Houston, and Gary Taylor will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends Sunday, September 28 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Bryant Grant Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Higdonville Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Ray Young, Franklin, NC 28734. Online
condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Barbara "Joyce" Howard Franklin, NC - Barbara "Joyce" Howard, 67, of Bryceville passed away October 15, 2010. She was born January 10, 1943 in Tifton, Georgia to Billy and Wedes Bannister. Barbara is retired from Winn-Dixie, and she enjoyed spending time with her family, being a Georgia-Bulldog fan, traveling and going to Cracker-Barrel to eat. She is survived by her two sons, J. P. (Ginny) Howard and Jeff (Brandy) Howard of Hilliard; one brother, Bobby Bannister of Jacksonville; one sister Billie Faye Odom of Hilliard and four grandchildren, Cory, Faith, Lindsay and Jessica. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, P. O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718 or Macon County Unit, Relay for Life, P. O. Box 1648, Franklin, NC 28744. The family will receive friends on Monday, October 18, 2010 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Nassau Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held October 20, 2010 at Mulberry United Methodist Church in Otto, North Carolina at 11:00 a.m with Rev. Duane Corle officiating. Burial will follow in the Church cemetery. Condolences may be expressed by signing the guest book at www.nassaufh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Nassau Funeral Home, 541720 US Highway 1, Callahan, FL 32011, 904-879-1770 and Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Franklin, NC, 828-524-2411. Bryant-Grant
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Florence Marie Hudson Franklin, NC - Florence Marie Hudson, age 86, of Franklin, NC passed away Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at a local nursing home. She was born in Philadelphia, PA, the daughter of the late Marie Wolfhardt Greer and David Reese Greer, Sr. She was married to the late James Hudson. She had worked as a food fair cashier. She is survived by her brother, David Reese Greer, Jr. and his wife, Sonya of Franklin, NC. She was preceded in death by two sons, Thomas Hudson and James Hudson and a sister, Myra Cartwright. No services are planned at this time. Bryant-Grant
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Mary "Mae" Wilson Huffman Franklin, NC - Mary "Mae" Wilson Huffman, age 84, of Rolling Acres, Franklin, NC, went to be with her Lord Sunday, December 14, 2008 in the Fidelia Eckerd Living Center, Highlands, NC. She was a native of Jackson County, NC, the daughter of the late Harley and Annie Cope Wilson. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Johnny Bishop, who passed away in 1982, and her second husband, Ed Huffman, who passed away in 2005. She was a homemaker and a faithful member of Zion Hill Baptish Church, where she was a former Sunday School Teacher. She is survived by one daughter, Edwina Deas and her husband Cecil of Franklin. NC; two sons, Dewight Bishop and his wife Janie of Canton, GA and Rodney Bishop and his wife Tara of Harlem, GA. Sixteen grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by two sons, Lee Bishop and Ricky Bishop, and a daughter, Mary Alice. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 17th at 2:00pm, in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, with Rev. Mark Bishop and Rev. Dan Robinson officiating. Burial will be in Zion Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00pm Tuesday evening at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Memorials may
be made to First Baptist Church of Highlands, PO Box 625, Highlands,
NC 28741 or to Zion Hill Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Mary
Wilson, 3110 Pumpkintown Road, Sylva, NC 28779. Online
condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Nancy Hughes Franklin, NC - Nancy L. Hughes, of Ocala, FL formerly of Franklin, NC, passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2008 in Ocala, FL. She was a native of Owensboro, Kentucky, the daughter of Will and Flora Vance. She was married to the late James P. Hughes. Mrs. Hughes was a beautician and a member of Bethany Presbyterian Church.
She is survived by two sons, Jimmy Hughes of Oklawaha, FL and Jeff Hughes of Cape Coral, FL; three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 29th at 11:00am in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, with Rev. Vic Greene officiating. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery. The
family will receive friends from 10:00 till 11:00, one hour prior
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Wilburn Lee Hughes Franklin
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Wilburn Lee Hughes, 88 of Watauga Heights passed away Friday July
18 in a local hospital. He was born in Cleveland Tennessee, December
14, 1919 to John Sherman and Jennie Million Hughes. He was an Army
Veteran during WWII and received a Purple Heart. Mr. Hughes was
a retired Master Carpenter and a member of First baptist Church
in West Palm Beach, FL. Online
condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Eunice Allena Singleton Hunter Franklin, NC - Eunice Allena Singleton Hunter, age 93, of Belle Dowdle Road, Franklin, NC passed away Friday, November 21, 2008 at a local hospital. She was born in Rabun County, GA, the daughter of the late Robert Russell and Elizabeth Williams Singleton. She was married to the late Thomas Hudson Hunter who passed away in 1968. She was a homemaker and was a faithful member of Prentiss Baptist Church. She was a former member of the Home Demonstration Club and one of the first graduates of Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School. She enjoyed cooking, especially her family. She is survived by three daughters, Nancy Carol Hunter Tallent and her husband Wayne of Charleston, SC, June Darlene Hunter of Sandy Springs, Ga and Dinah Hunter Bishop of Franklin, NC; six sons, Thomas R. Hunter of Franklin, NC, James Robert Hunter and his wife Margaret of Dacula, GA, Alvin Edison Hunter and his wife, Gracie of Seneca, SC, Frank Richard Hunter and his wife Sue of Franklin, NC, Walter Charles Hunter and his wife Terri of Franklin, NC and David Allen Hunter of Franklin, NC. Twenty grandchildren, twenty-eight great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Helen Elizabeth Hunter Reynolds who passed away in 1984, one sister, Belle Singleton Ledford; three brothers, Robert Singleton, Alexander Singleton and Faye Singleton. Funeral services will be held Sunday, November 23 at 3:00PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Randy Drinnon and Rev. Michael McMahan officiating. Burial will be at Prentiss Baptist Church Cemetery. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends Sunday, November 23 from 2:00-3:00PM at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Prentiss Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Doug Ledford, 965 Belle Dowdle Road, Franklin, NC. Online
condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Lyndal Stagner Hunter Franklin, NC - Lyndal Stagner Hunter, passed on July 10, 2009. Lyndal was born February 6, 1916 in Grove Town, Georgia, where she grew up on the family farm. She enlisted in the Navy following Pearl Harbor. Upon being discharged from the navy she moved to Miami, Florida. She married Frank Stagner and was the mother of Frances Kelly and Judy Stagner of Miami. Lyndal was the grandmother of Lyndal Bardin, Canton, Georgia, Tommy Kelly, Green Bay, Wisconsin, and Kyle Kelly, Miami, Florida. She was the great-grandmother of Trent and Kaitlyn Bardin. Lyndal summered in Franklin from 1962 at Echo Valley and south Skeenah. She retired to Patton Valley in 1980. She married John Hunter in 2000 and was a member of the Louisa Chapel United Methodist Church. A memorial service will be held July 24, 2009 at 5:00pm at Louisa Chapel United Methodist Church, 470 Louisa Chapel Road, Franklin, NC. Online
condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Annie Birdell Hurst Franklin, NC - Annie Birdell Hurst, age 91, of Rose Creek Road, Franklin, NC passed away Saturday, July 18, 2009 at a Haywood County Care Center. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late William Fred and Eva Easter Houston Lowe. She was married to Manuel Ardell Hurst who passed away in 1963. She was a homemaker and a member of Liberty Baptist Church. She enjoyed gardening and loved children. She is survived by four daughters, Sue Thompson and her husband, Bill of Austell, GA, Frieda Corbin and her husband, Jim of Waynesville, NC, Bea McCracken and her husband, Doyle of Dallas, GA and Barbara Post and her husband, Larry of Austell, GA; two sons, Danny Hurst of Douglasville, GA and Larry Hurst of Franklin, NC; one sister, Irene Ramsey of Franklin, NC. Twenty-one grandchildren including Deby Woody of Franklin, NC, twenty-eight great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by a step-daughter, Irene Dowdle; a daughter-in-law Pam Hurst; two sons, Fred Hurst and Lyndon Hurst; two sisters, Cleo Mashburn and Ruth Robinson. Funeral services will be held, Tuesday, July 21 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Charles Stevens and Rev. Alton Dendy officiating. Burial will be at Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery. Kevin Woody, Terry Post, Jamie Hurst, Nicholas Woody, Anthony Abrams and Billy Norton will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends Monday, July 20 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Alzheimer’s Caregiver Retreat, 125 Hyatt Road, Franklin, NC 28734. Online condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email. |
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