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Judson E. Hair

Highlands, NC -Dr. Judson E. Hair went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, September 16, 2012.

He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 63 years, Mary P. Hair. He is survived by his three sons and daughters in law, Judson and Betty Hair, James and Victoria Hair and Harrison and April Hair and one daughter and son in law, Anne and Kevin Killilea as well as his eight grandchildren, Patrick Hair, Christopher Hair, Jessica Hair, MaryEllis Hair, Caitlin Killilea, Beau Hawks, Peyton Hawks and Aubry Hawks, and his sister, Mrs. Lillian Hair Jervey. He was affectionately known to friends and family as Big Daddy.

Dr. Hair was born in Columbia, SC on April 8, 1925, the son of Harrison B. and Myrtle P. Hair. He attended Clemson University and graduated from the College of Charleston and the University of South Carolina Medical School. He also served in World War II as a pilot in the US Army Air Corps.

After a short time in private practice, he came to Clemson University to run the student health service and also served as the team physician for athletics until his retirement. As a pioneer in the field, he received the Ruth Boynton Award for service to Student Athletic Medicine. He also was inducted into the Clemson University Athletic Hall of Fame in 2000.
At the time of his death, he was living in Highlands, NC and was a very active member and Deacon Emeritus at the First Baptist Church of Highlands. The church was the center of his life and he was loved by all as a spiritual and Godly leader. Dr. Hair had attended a very sweet Homecoming Service where he led the prayer and was sharing lunch with all of his church family when he died of a sudden heart attack. His family and friends have found peace in the Lord taking him home in a place and at a time that meant so much to him.

There will be a celebration of his life on Saturday, September 22 at 4 pm at the First Baptist Church of Highlands. Pastor Charles Harris will officiate. A special supper for family and close friends will be served at the church following the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to First Baptist Church of Highlands, 220 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Frances Hajdukiewicz,

Highlands - Mrs. Frances Rose (Bagdonas) Hajdukiewicz, of Clearwater, FL and Highlands, NC died October 27, 2009.

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.

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Eddis Holbrook Hall

Winston Salem - Mrs. Eddis Holbrook Hall, 97, entered eternal rest on October 15, 2011 when she passed away peacefully at her home in Winston-Salem. She was born on December 11, 1913 in Franklin, NC to the late James Robert and Mattie Pearl Holbrook, one of ten children. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Herbert Hayes Hall, who died in 1988. She was a member of Ardmore Baptist Church, the Mary Martha Sunday School Class and the Senior Citizens Club. Since her birth in 1913, she was also a member of Cowee Baptist Church in Franklin.

Eddis spent her summers in Franklin but when cool weather arrived, she returned to her home in Winston-Salem. She will be remembered for her dedication to both her churches where she remained active almost to the end of her life. She was a wonderful cook and will be long remembered for her pound cakes and cheese rings which she lovingly made for friends and family.

She leaves behind one beloved sister, Mrs.Vennie Davis of Winston-Salem; dear nieces and nephews: Zena Pearl Brogdon, Ernest Childers, Evelyn Gregory, Diane Holbrook, Jim Holbrook and Jane Wright all of Franklin; David Burrell of Walnut Cove; Betsy Chapman of Arlington, VA; Nancy Cheek of Lexington; Alden Childers and Jean Childers of Whittier; Wayne Davis of Kernersville; Sandra Dorton of Concord; Debra Dula of Charlotte; Margaret Duvall of Aynor, SC; Susan Medford of Milwaukee, WI; Patti Sisson of Asheville; Bob West of Mocksville, Betty Wills of Norfolk, VA. Eddis did not have children but she truly loved her stepfamily and treated them as her own. Surviving members of her stepfamily are one son-in-law, William R. Nunn, Jr., of Bermuda Run; four grandchildren, Herbert R. Hall, Jr. (Fleeta), Judy Everhart (Clarence), Daughn Eagan (David) all of Winston-Salem; and Gordon Nunn of Pittsburgh, PA; and six great-grandchildren, Brooke DiSorbo (Steve), Sandy Hall, Christopher and Kerry Eagan, and Ryan and Lane Everhart.

The family is grateful to her special neighbors, Steve and Judy Motsinger, who made dinner for her every Saturday night and helped her in so many ways.

In Winston-Salem, the family will receive friends on Monday, October 17, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and a Celebration of Life service will be held on Tuesday, October 18, at 11:00 a.m. Both services will be held at Vogler and Sons Funeral Home, 2951 Reynolda Road, Winston-Salem.

In Franklin, NC, the family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 19, at noon followed by a 1:00 p.m. funeral service with internment to follow at Cowee Baptist Church, 6301 Bryson City Road, Franklin.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Ardmore Baptist Church Fund, 501 Miller St., Winston-Salem, NC 27103, Cowee Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, 6301 Bryson City Road, Franklin, NC 28734 or to the charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences and floral tributes may be made at www.frankvoglerandsons.com.

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 Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Lois Frances Hawkins

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.

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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

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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.

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Dorothy "Dottie" Evelyn Hazlett

Franklin NC - Dorothy "Dottie" Evelyn Hazlett, age 86, passed away Friday, December 2, 2011. Born in Villagrove, IL, she was the daughter of the late James Robert and Scotta Mae Sebastian Henry. She was married for 18 years to the late Luther Scott Hazlett who died October 7, 2011. She was sub-registrar for vital statistics for Hillsborough Co. Health Dept in Tampa, FL for 18 years. She was a member of Macon County Senior Games and was a member of Holly Springs Baptist Church.

Dottie is survived by one daughter, Gayle Whittle of Tampa, FL, two sons, Gary Whittle of Franklin, NC and Glen Whittle and wife Tina of Mills River, NC; one granddaughter, Callie Lynch and husband Joel and two nieces, Gladys Schneider of San Mateo, CA, and Cheryl Aldridge of Jacksonville, FL and one nephew Leonard Thomas Henry of Tampa, FL.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 8, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. at Holly Springs Baptist Church with Rev. Ed Trull officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kelly Corbin, Kevin Corbin, Harvey Hauversburk, Joel Lynch, Shawn Keener, Gary Whittle and Glen Whittle. The family will receive friends Thursday from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m., one hour prior to the service, at the church.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Luther Scott Hazlett

Franklin - Luther Scott Hazlett, age 88, of Franklin, NC passed away Friday, October 7, 2011. Born in South Point, OH, he was the son of the late George and Mary Webb Hazlett. He was a retired command sergeant major in the United States Army with 32 years of service; he served in the Armour Division from 1943-1969; was a 32nd degree mason; a member of VFW; participated in the Macon County Senior Games and was an avid golfer. He was a member of Holly Springs Baptist Church.

Luther is survived by his wife of 18 years, Dorothy E. Hazlett, one step-daughter, Gayle Whittle of Tampa, FL; three sons, Glen Whittle and wife Tina of Mills River, NC, Gary Whittle of Franklin, NC, and David Hazlett of Gastonia, NC; three sisters, Betty Drew, Venice Craddock and Bernadell Blumenstock; one granddaughter, Callie Lynch and husband Joel of Franklin, NC; 2 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Monday Oct. 10 at Holly Springs Baptist Church with Rev. Eddie Trull officiating. Burial will be in Holly Springs Baptist Church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Glen Whittle, Gary Whittle, Joel Lynch, Frank Hauversburk, Donald Bruce Tallent and Jeffery Shawn Keener. Franklin VFW Post #7339 and American Legion Post #108 will conduct full military graveside services.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Holly Springs Baptist Church.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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 Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Charles "Bones" Hefner

Franklin, NC - Charles "Bones" Hefner, age 74, went to be with his Lord,  Friday, March 09, 2012 at Sylva, NC. He was a native of Jackson County, NC the son of the late William H. and Bonnie Cunningham Hefner. He was married to Nancy Dills Hefner who passed away in 2011. Bones was retired from Champion Paper Company and had worked at Auman Furniture Manufacturing for several years. He loved to play the Harmonica and loved hunting, fishing and camping. He was a member of Locust Field Baptist Church.

He is survived by two sisters, Patsy Whittington of Andrews, NC and Jeannean Wilson and her husband, Doyle of Andrews, NC; three brothers, Conrad Hefner and his wife, Donna of Franklin, NC, Jack Hefner and his wife Kay of Trinity, NC and Dick Hefner and his wife Myrtle of Clyde, NC. Several nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by a brother Billy Hefner.

Funeral services will be held Monday, March 12, 2012 at 1:00 pm at Locust Field Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Dean and Rev. Eddie Stillwell officiating. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery.  Pallbearers will be Jerry Queen, Raymond Dietz, Danny Jones, Stanley Cunningham, Ervin Ammons and Charles Queen.

The family will receive friends Monday, March 12 from 11:00AM‑1:00PM, two hours prior to the service at Locust Field Baptist Church.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Locust Field Cemetery Fund, PO Box 99, Dillsboro, NC 28725.

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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.

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Jerry Deuane Hedden

Morganton GA - Jerry Deuane Hedden, 66, of Morganton, GA, passed away Aug. 26, 2012. He was born Dec. 10, 1945, in Franklin, N.C., to the late Mr. and Mrs. G.D. and Pearl Miller Hedden. He was a member of Crossover Community Church. He was a coach in Fannin County for 28 years. He is preceded in death by brother, Roland Keener.

Survivors include wife, Linda Lance Hedden; son, Chris Hedden; daughter and son-in-law, Lori and Kevin Bundy; sister and brother-in-law, Patricia and Sam Leinbach, sister and brother-inlaw, Polly and Mack McCoy; brother, Roy Keener; brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Paulette Keener; and two grandchildren, Kaylee and Luke Bundy.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, Aug. 28, from the Crossover Community Church, with the Rev. Rick Cortis and Rev. Jeff Beavers officiating. Music was by Dereck Rosas. Interment followed in the Morganton Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Kevin Lance, Richard Daves, Sarandy Gaitanoglou, Randy Hallmark, Larry Lance, Gary Lance, John Gaitanoglou, Lee Peters and Myron Ryder. Honorary pallbearers were coach's former players.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Crossover Community Church Building Fund at 101 George Curtis Rd., Blue Ridge, GA. 30513.

Arrangements entrusted to the Henry-Cochran Funeral Home of Blue Ridge, Ga. Send condolences to the family and sign the guest register at www.cochranfuneralhomes.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.

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Charlene Gladys Bryant Hendricks

Highlands, NC - Charlene Gladys Bryant Hendricks, age 96, of Highlands, NC passed away Wednesday, November 7, 2012. Born in Graves County, KY, she was the daughter of Chester D. and Effie Givens Bryant. She was married to Samuel Hardin Hendricks who died in February 2008. She was an elementary school teacher in Duval County school system in Jacksonville, FL; was a member of Highlands Women’s Club and a member of Community Bible Church where she was a Sunday school teacher.

Mrs. Hendricks is survived by one son, John Bryant Hendricks and wife Karen of Highlands, NC and two grandchildren, Hannah Marie Hendricks of Conroe, TX and Joshua Bryant Hendricks of Cullowhee, NC. She was preceded in death by a son, Ronald "Ronnie" Hendricks; three sisters, Elsie, Mary Elizabeth and Betty and one brother, Willard Bryant.

Memorial services will be held Sunday November 11, 2012 at 4:00 pm at Community Bible Church in Highlands with Pastor Gary Hewins and Pastor Steve Kerhoulas officiating. The family will receive friends Sunday following the service at the church. A graveside service will be held Friday November 9, 2012 at 4:00 pm at Jacksonville Memory Gardens, Jacksonville, FL.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Four Seasons Hospice, 571 South Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.

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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.

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Deborah Sue Hensley

Franklin, NC - Deborah Sue Hensley, age 55, of Franklin, NC passed away Monday, October 24, 2011. Born in Springfield, MO, she was the daughter of the late Orville Thomas Hughes and Ola Frances Owens Hughes. She was married to Ronnie Hensley for eight years. She was a CNA at Grandview Manor nursing home and was of the Baptist faith.

In addition to her mother and husband she is survived by one daughter, Pamela Ann Gilbert of Murfreesboro, TN; one step-son, Chad Hensley and wife Cathy of Franklin, NC and one brother, Jack Thomas Hughes of Springfield, MO. Four grandchildren also survive.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 26 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Mark Bishop officiating. Burial will be held at Ridgecrest Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends Wednesday, October 24 from 1:00-2:00PM, one hour prior to service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Bryant-Grant Funeral Home to help with the funeral expense.

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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.

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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.

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Fredrick Glenn Henry

Franklin, NC - Fredrick Glenn Henry, age 79, of Franklin, NC, passed away Tuesday, May 15, 2012 in an Asheville hospital. He was born in Pickford, Michigan, the son of the late Glenn and Edna Brown Henry. He was a US Army Veteran, and was a recipient of the Purple Heart during the Korean War. He had worked for the State Mental Health Clinic in Pontiac, Michigan, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and golfing, and was a member of the Kiwanis of Franklin.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Julia Ann Wood Henry, two sons, Patrick Henry and wife Carlene of Waterford, Michigan and Jeff Henry of Franklin, NC; a brother, Ernie Henry and wife Linda of Texas, several grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Christopher Henry and a brother, Keith Henry.

No services are planned.

Memorial donations may be made to Angel Hospice, 170 Church Street, Franklin, NC 28734.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Barry Keith Henson

Otto, NC - Barry Keith Henson, 49, of Otto passed away Saturday Oct. 15, 2011. Barry was born in Macon County and was the son of the late Gilmer H. Henson and Anna Howard Henson of Otto. He worked as a clerk for Valley Supply in Dillard, GA and helped maintain the family farm. He was a friend to all in his community and an active member of Asbury United Methodist Church.

Surviving in addition to his mother is a brother, Scott Henson and his wife Rhonda and one niece Jessica Lynn Henson.

Memorial services will be held Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with the Rev. Duane Corle and Rev. Janet Greene officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Tony Norris, Kevin Payne, Doug Stringer and Jack Craig.

Memorial donations may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 25 Woods Lake Rd., Suite 704, Greenville, SC 29607 or Asbury Cemetery Fund, PO Box 113, Otto, NC 28763.

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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.

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Suzanne Allison Usher Herman

Franklin, NC - Suzanne Allison Usher Herman, age 41, of Franklin, NC passed away Sunday, February 26, 2012. Born in Tolland Co., CT, she was the daughter of the late Robert Usher and Louise Valois Boruch and step-father, Henry Boruch of Apopka, FL. She was a dispatcher for Macon County Emergency Services for five years. She was a graduate of Oviedo High School; a crime scene investigator for ten years for Seminole County Sheriff’s Office, liked to read, sing, garden, writing and was a member of Daughters of the American Revolution. She attended Mt. Hope Baptist Church and Prentiss Church of God.

In addition to her mother and step-father, she is survived by one daughter, Savannah Herman of Franklin, NC; one son, Cody Herman of Franklin, NC, one sister, Lisa Smith of Chesapeake, VA; two brothers, John Usher of Apopka, FL and Michael Boruch of Portsmouth, VA and several nieces and nephews. She is also survived by extended family members, Jackie Herman, Mackenzie Herman and David and Stacy Herman all of Franklin, NC.

Memorial services will be Friday, March 2, 2012 at 8:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Tim Hayes officiating. The family will receive friends, Friday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 pm, two hours prior to the service, at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Jackie Sheehan Foundation or Shop with a Cop, c/o Macon County Sheriff’s Department, 1820 Lakeside Drive, Franklin, NC 28734.

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Margaret Elaine Kimsey Hernandez

Franklin, NC - Margaret Elaine Kimsey Hernandez, age 62, of Franklin, NC, passed away Monday, November 19, 2012. She was born in Macon County, the daughter of the late Claude L. and Bertha Lee Kimsey. She had worked as a clerk in a pharmacy, and was a member of Prentiss Baptist Church. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, especially to her granddaughter. She collected antiques and had worked at an Antique Mall in Florida, she loved growing flowers and gardening.

She is survived by her husband of twenty five years, Fidencio Hernandez; daughter, Lesley Wilson of Franklin, NC , step daughter, Anita Marie Hernandez of Tampa, FL; stepson, Jose C. Gonzalez; son in law, Chris Dillard of Franklin, NC; three sisters, Margie Mason, Selma Craine, and Faye Wilson all of Franklin, NC; one grandchild, EmaLeigh Raine Dillard. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Randall Skylar Dillard.

Memorial services will be held Monday, November 26, 2012 at 7:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant Grant Funeral Home, with Rev. Eddie Stillwell officiating. The family will receive friends Monday, from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

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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.

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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.

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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 Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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.

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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.

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Allene Roper Higdon

Franklin - Allene Roper Higdon, 96 of Franklin went to be with her Lord Friday March 23, 2012. She was a native and lifelong resident of Macon County, the daughter of the late Lawrence and Carrie Ann Tallent Roper. She was married to Howard Higdon who died in 1984. Mrs. Higdon was a homemaker and was the second oldest member of Oak Dale Baptist Church. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. She loved her family and enjoyed quilting and gardening.

Surviving are three sons, Charles Higdon and wife Judy of Franklin, George Higdon and wife Linda of Sevierville, TN and Jimmie Higdon and wife Mary Nell of Franklin. two sisters, Ethel Ammons and Louise Williamson both of Franklin. 8 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild also survive. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Ruby Reeves, Lillie Bryant and Marie Dayton, two brothers, Roby and Harvey Roper.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday March 27th at the Oak Dale Baptist Church with the Rev. Guy Duvall and Rev. John Raby officiating. Burial will be in Roper Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Steve, Jerry, David, Bill, Paul and Bryan Higdon, Luke and Jordan Dixon, Anthony Maschke and Justin Kolodziejczak.

The family will recieve friends from 6 to 8 PM Monday evening at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to Oak Dale Baptist Church building fund.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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.

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Katheryn Carolyn DeWeese Higdon

Franklin, NC - Katheryn Carolyn DeWeese Higdon, age 80. went to be with the Lord Thursday, November 10, 2011. She was born September 23, 1931 in Hazelwood, NC to Gaye DeWeese and Ada Penley DeWeese. She graduated from Woodfin High School in 1949 and Blantons Business School. She was formerly employed by Beacons Manufacturing office, the V.A. Hospital and The Farmer’s Federation. She retired from Memorial Mission Hospital as a medical transcriptionist in 1998. Carolyn was a member of Elk Mountain Baptist Church in Woodfin, NC, where she proudly played the piano for 14 years. She was also a member of the Eastern Star, Weaverville Chapter. She was a beautiful, giving person and a wonderful loving mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed by her family and all who knew her. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a baby sister, Jacksie and a brother, Carmel.

She is survived by her sons, Joe Higdon & his wife Kathy of Asheville, NC, Bruce Higdon and George Higdon of Franklin, NC; her daughters, Stephanie Ramsdell of Wooster, OH and Mary Lee Blaine & husband, John of Franklin, NC. Carolyn was a proud grandmother to 5 beautiful grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service in celebration of her life will be scheduled in the spring.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Rosemary Highsmith

Franklin, NC - Rosemary Highsmith, age 67, of Franklin, NC passed away Sunday, August 12, 2012 at a local nursing home. She was born in Duval County, FL, the daughter of the late Elton Roy and Lula Mae Scott Moore. She was married to the late Jerome Marvin Highsmith, Sr. She was employed as a waitress and was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving mother, grandmother and aunt. She loved gardening.

She is survived by her daughter, Latresa Mason and husband, Ricky of Franklin, NC; four sons, Robert Reibach and James Highsmith and wife Jennifer of Jacksonville, FL, Jerome Marvin Highsmith, Jr and wife Tracy of Franklin, NC and Jeffery Ramon Highsmith of Jacksonville, FL; grandchildren, April, William, Heather, Stephanie, Robert, Deborah, Felicia, Marybeth, Jessica, Casey, Katlyn, Aubri, Laya, Brayden, and Gabriel; one great granddaughter and one great grandson; four sisters in law; three brothers in law and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two sisters and three brothers.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, August 14 from 6:00 7:00 at Bryant Grant Funeral Home.

You may send flowers to Corey Kerlin Funeral Home, 940 Cesery Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32211.
Burial will be held at Salt Springs Christian Church Cemetery, Salt Springs, FL.

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Ransom "Bud" Dana Hill

Franklin, NC - Ransom "Bud" Dana Hill, age 80, of Franklin, NC passed away Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at a local nursing home. He was born in Morrisville, VT the son of the late Glenn and Hazel Perry Hill. He was married to the late Joan Hill. He was a retired plumber and was President of the Pittsburg NH Snowmobile Club.

He is survived by a daughter, Joyce Stanley and her husband, Jerry, of Franklin, NC; a sister, Patricia Dimick of Weathersfield, VT and two grandchildren, Matthew Triller and Lucas L’Cuyer.

No services are planned at this time.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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.

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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.

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Ronald L. Hill

Franklin, NC - Ronald L. Hill was born in Norwalk, Conn., May 9, 1923, the son of Roy and Ruby Dennis Hill.

He graduated from Norwalk High School where he was a percussionist in the band and orchestra. He was active in Boy Scouts and youth group of the Congregational Church where he was a member.

He enlisted in the Navy in January, 1941. After training, he was assigned to the Fleet Air Wing II in Pearl Harbor. He survived bombing and strafing when the Japanese attacked on December 7th. He served in the Flag Unit under Admirals Mitchner and Halsey.

His next assignment was the Carrier Air Craft service unit 54. From there he went to the V12 program at Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania; he was assigned to the U.S.N. base on Saipan.

Returning to civilian life after the war he was purchasing agent at Reflecton Corp. He was recalled by the navy in the Korean War, serving in London, England in the Military Sea Transportation Service. After the conflict he was employed by Martin Marietta as a subcontract analyst and negotiator. He retired as assistant subcontract director.

He was married to Sylvia Spates for 52 years when she passed away in 1996. He is survived by two sons, Bruce and Craig; two grandsons; two granddaughters and seven great-grandchildren. He married his second wife Peggy Hopkins in 1997.

Ron had been a member of the American Legion and the VFW. He was a member of the First Methodist Church where he sang in the choir for many years.

Memorial services will be held Monday, June 25, 2012 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Dr. John Foster officiating. The family will receive friends Monday from 1:00 until 2:00 pm, one hour prior to the service, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to First United Methodist Church, 66 Harrison Avenue, Franklin, NC 28734.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 until 6:00pm, Friday, August 21st in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, with the memorial service beginning at 6:00pm.

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George Martin "Bud" Hogsed

Franklin, NC- George Martin "Bud" Hogsed, age 63, of Franklin, NC passed away Friday, May 11, 2012. Born in Macon County, he was the son of the late Evan Washington Hogsed and Louise Hamby Hogsed. He worked for the local power company for 38 years. He was a lifelong member and supporter of United Steel Workers Local #7202. He was also a member of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #094.

He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Selma J. Hogsed of Franklin; one son, Brad Hogsed and his wife Jennifer Hogsed; two grandchildren, George Samuel Hogsed and Emily Louise Hogsed, two sisters, Patricia Rutherford of Conway, SC and Kathy DeLay of Atlanta, GA; and one brother, Doug Hogsed of Franklin. To the many friends Bud left behind, a final message: It all pays the same.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, May 13, 2012 at 4:00 PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Timothy Hogsed and Rev. Vic Greene officiating. The family will receive friends Sunday from 3:00 until 4:00 PM, one hour prior to the service, at the funeral home.

Bud requested donations be made to Care Net of Macon County, 130 Bidwell St., Franklin, NC; Angel Hospice. 170 Church Street, Franklin, NC 28734, Toys for Tots at www.franklin-nc.toysfortots.org; or any other charity of personal choosing that benefits residents of Macon County in lieu of flowers.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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.

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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,

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Barbara Britton Holland

Franklin, NC and Decatur, GA - Barbara Britton Holland, age 73, of Decatur, GA, formerly of Franklin, NC passed away, Sunday, May 6, 2012. Born in Macon County she was the daughter of the late Raymond N. and Exie Estelle Duvall Britton. She was married to the late Watsel Lee Holland who died in 1978.

Mrs. Holland was a loving mother and grandmother who loved her grandchildren very much and loved working in her yard.

She is survived by two sons, Dennis Holland of Decatur, GA and Michael Keith Holland and wife Dawn of Winder, GA; two sisters, Estelle Britton and Shelby Jean Shuler and three grandchildren, Josh Holland, Cody Holland and Michael Saemisch.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Wiley Gibson officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends, Tuesday, May 8, 2012 from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

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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 Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Debra Ledford Holland

Franklin, NC - Debra Ledford Holland, 77, of Naples, FL, and Franklin, NC, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2012 at her home in Naples. She was born in Macon County, the daughter of the late Nelson Lewis Ledford and Edna Ledford. She had been a resident of Naples since 1962. Mrs. Holland had owned her own real estate companies, Tropical Realty in Naples and Turner River Realty in Everglades City. She was a loving wife, mother and doting grandmother, and loved working crossword puzzles, arts and crafts, camping, traveling, and attending music festivals. She attended the Franklin Church of God.

She will be dearly missed by her loving husband of 53 years, Charles "Chuck" Holland; sons, Jeffrey Holland and wife Samara of Brevard, NC, and Michael Holland of San Francisco, CA and his loving ex wife Conda Holland of Tampa, FL; brother, Buddy Ledford of Andrews, NC; four grandchildren, Kristen Harper, Wesley Holland, Ryan Holland and Delaney Holland; two great grandchildren, Micah Harper and Lily Harper.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 6th at 11:00 am in the Chapel of Bryant Grant Funeral Home, with Rev. Don Moffitt officiating. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dustin McDonald, Devin Holland, Ryan Holland, Matt Harper, John Pennington, and Aaron Holland. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm Wednesday evening at the funeral home.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Donnie Lavae Mashburn Holland

Franklin, NC - Donnie Lavae Mashburn Holland, age 94, passed away Sunday, April 29, 2012. She was born in Macon County, NC, May 17, 1917, the daughter of the late Bert Mashburn and Florence Bryson Mashburn. She was married to the late Lester K. Holland who died February 12, 1982. She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Andrew M. and Amanda Crisp Bryson, with whom she went to live on Peaceful Cove when her mother died in 1920. Also preceding her were her infant brother, Andrew and her sister, Bonnie M. George; her daughter, Lolita H. Williams and her son, Arvil L. Holland. She was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church. She drove a school bus for about twenty-five years for Macon County Schools. She loved and was greatly loved by her family.

Mrs. Holland is survived by a daughter, Deloris H. Cook, and two sons, Landy Holland and wife Elaine of Franklin, and Leo Holland and wife Helen of North Pole, Alaska; son-in-law, Ray A. Williams of Anchorage, Alaska; nine grandchildren, Renee Williams Leyland, Sabrieta Holland, Shelly Holland, Robbie Holland, Tim Holland, Lester Holland, Gregg Cook, Pam Cook Owens, and Landon Holland and nineteen great-grandchildren. Other survivors include her sister, Jessie Marie M. Henson and three special nieces, Sylvia George Osbon, Kathy Tankersley and Villa H. Freeman.

Funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at 4:30 PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Greg Rogers, Rev. John Rogers and Rev. Mike Chastain officiating. Burial will be in the Sugarfork Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 3:30 PM until 4:30 PM at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Robbie Holland, Tim Holland, Lester Holland, Landon Holland, Neal Owens and Glenn Holland. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Pine Grove Baptist Church Building Fund, c/o Shirley Stiles, 1361 Frazier Rd., Franklin, NC 28734.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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.

She is survived by one daughter, Debra Jean Holland of Franklin, NC, one son, Jerry Lee Holland and his wife Chere' of Asheville, NC; three sisters, Joyce Ray and Gladys McLean both of Fairview, NC and Beulah Conn of Washington; two brothers, Ray DeHart and Donald DeHart both of Dahlonega, GA; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by a son, Bobby Holland.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 23 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, with Rev. Vic Greene officiating. Burial will be in Salem Cemetery. Taylor Holland, Jason Angel, Steve Angel and Kevin McMahan will serve as pallbearers.

The family will receive friends Saturday, February 23 from 1:00-2:00pm, one hour prior to service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home.

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.

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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 Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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.

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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 Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Hattie Othel Holloway

Highlands, NC - Hattie Othel Holloway, age 82, of Highlands, NC passed away Saturday, August 4, 2012 at an Asheville hospital. She was born in Hillsborough County, FL the daughter of the late Henry Holland and Hattie Cooper Tyler. She was the youngest of nine children and her main joy in her life was her grandchildren who called her Mom Mom. She loved to sew, loved meeting new friends and traveling with her husband to different jobs all over the country. She had worked as a legal secretary and was a member of Highlands First Baptist Church.

She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Frank Harris Holloway; her daughter, Lisa Maselli and her husband John of Evans, GA; two sons, Lamar Brown and his wife, Malinda of Hampton, SC and Rick Holloway and his wife Carolyn of Tomball, TX; one sister, Thelma Glattli of Highlands, NC; four grandchildren, Anthony Maselli, Angela Maselli, Tyler Holloway and Leigh Anna Brown.

Funeral services will be held Friday, August 10 at 11:00 AM at the Highlands First Baptist Church with Dr. Charles H. Harris officiating. Lamar Brown, Rick Holloway, Anthony Maselli, Tyler Holloway, Joe Simmons and Joe Powell will serve as pallbearers. Burial will be held at the Highlands Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends Thursday, August 9 from 6:00 8:00PM at Bryant Grant Funeral Home in Highlands where the body will remain until placed in the Church thirty minutes prior to the service. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, 6520 North Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309 or the Lupus Foundation of America, 1850 Lake Park Drive Suite 101, Smyrna, GA 30080.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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 Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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.

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James Leslie Holt

Otto, NC - James Leslie Holt, age 78, of Otto, NC passed away Tuesday, August 7, 2012 at his residence. He was born in Dade County, Florida, the son of Jesse James and Loraine Maxwell Chastain Holt. He was US Army Veteran and was retired from the Florida Department of Transportation. He loved to garden and farm and was a member of the Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall Church.

He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Susie Bonnell Holt; daughters, Debra Bryan of Mtn. City, GA and Elizabeth Ann Eastman of Orange Lake, FL; sons, John Daryl Holt of Branford, FL and James Edward (Eddie) Holt of Bell, FL, William Roy Smith of Fairbanks, FL and John Matthew Smith of Trenton, FL; one sister, Janice Lea of TN; one brother, Lawrence Holt of Miami, FL. Nine grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren also survive.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, August 11 at 2:30 PM at Kingdom Hall Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall Church with Brother Dan Holman officiating. Burial will be held at the Bethel Church of Christ Cemetery in Bell, FL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Angel Home Health & Hospice, 170 Church Street, Franklin, NC 28734.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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 at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home.
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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 Home.

Dr. Robert L. Hooper

Waynesville - Dr. Robert L. Hooper, age 74 of Waynesville, passed away January 17, 2012 at Medwest Haywood Hospital.

He was born in Haywood County to the late Leslie B. and Gertie Bumgarner Hooper. Dr. Hooper graduated from Waynesville Township High School in 1955, Wake Forest University in 1959, Bowman Gray Medical School in 1964, and completed his internship and residency at Brooke General Hospital in San Antonio TX in 1968. He served in the US Army as a radiologist and worked at the 85th Evacuation Hospital during the Vietnam War. He then practiced medicine as a radiologist at the following hospitals: CJ Harris in Sylva, Swain County in Bryson City, Cherokee Indian Hospital in Cherokee, District Memorial in Andrews, Highlands-Cashiers in Highlands, and Haywood County Hospital in Waynesville. Dr. Hooper was an active member of his church, where he served as a Deacon, Sunday School Teacher, Superintendent of Sunday School, and as a member of the choir.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife Freda Breece Hooper of Waynesville; son John D. Hooper and his wife Delane of Winston Salem; daughter Daphne H. Buchanan of Waynesville; sister Regina H. Cable and her husband Bob of Waynesville; grandchildren Ross H. Buchanan, Morgan A. Buchanan, Austin G. Hooper and Lauren E. Hooper.

Funeral Services will be held at 4:30PM on Friday January 20, 2012 at Grandview Baptist Church, where Dr. Hooper will be placed in state at 3PM. The family will have a time of reception following the service in the Church Fellowship Hall.

Memorial Contributions may be made in his memory to Grandview Baptist Church. An online guest registry can be signed at www.garrettfuneralsandcremations.com Garrett Funerals and Cremations is honored to be caring for the family.

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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.

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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 Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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.

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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 Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Charles Robert Horn

Franklin, NC - Charles Robert Horn, 78 of Winslow, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, December 10, 2011 in Winslow. He was born in Franklin, NC and was the son of the late Leonard and Leota McCracken Horn. He retired from the US Navy and was a Vietnam Veteran. Later he drove a truck for Cannon Express and he and his wife were in about every state in the US. He was of the Methodist faith.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Cecilia Yankowy Horn; five sons, Steven Paul Horn and wife Dawn of Bethlehem, PA, James David Horn and wife Deborah of Cottondale, AL, Robert Alan Horn and wife Sondra of Elk Grove, CA, Daniel Joseph Horn of Winslow, AR and Adam Leonard Horn and wife Mandi of Springdale, AR; two sisters, Carolyn Maynard and Margaret Ledbetter of Franklin, NC; 17 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, James Edwin Horn.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM, December 16, 2011 at Beard’s Funeral Chapel in Fayetteville, AR with visitation one hour prior to the service. Deacon Dan Daily will officiate. Burial will be in the Fayetteville National Cemetery with full military rites. Memorials may be made to the Washington County Humane Society, Fayetteville, AR.

Courtesy announcement by Bryant-Grant Funeral Home.

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Sherry Jean Bernhisel Hornbuckle

Cherokee, NC - Sherry Jean Bernhisel Hornbuckle, age 48, of Cherokee, NC, passed away Sunday, October 7, 2012. She was born in Omaha, Nebraska, the daughter of the late Edward and Jean Wahnetah Bernhisel. She was a homemaker, and a loving mother and grandmother. She was of the Baptist Faith.

She is survived by three daughters, Arlenea Chapa, Ruth Taylor and husband Howard and Edna Hornbuckle and companion Richard Teesatsskie all of Cherokee, NC; step daughter, Leighann Hornbuckle and companion Bobby Brady of Cherokee, NC; six sisters, Wahnetah Stamper and husband Ned, Carol Bernhisel, Violet Lee, Sybil Ledford, Arlena Lanning and husband Bob, all of Cherokee, NC, and Lois Swanson of Virginia; four brothers, Tony Bernhisel and wife Sue, Joe Bernhisel and wife Lotta, Walter Bernhisel and wife Sarah all of Cherokee, NC, and Edward Bernhisel of Florida; eight grandchildren and one great grandchild also survives. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Bud Bernhisel and a grandson, Mario Bernhisel.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 10th at 2:00 pm at Yellow Hill Baptist Church, with Rev. James Bo Parrish officiating. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Joseph Toinetta, Kyle Chapa, John Toinetta, Antonio Bernhisel, Chad Bernhisel and Howard Taylor. The family will receive friends beginning at 6:00 pm Tuesday at the Church. .

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Exum Boyde Horton, Jr.

Franklin, NC - Exum Boyde Horton, Jr., age 85, of Franklin, NC passed away Thursday, December 29, 2011. Born in Raleigh, NC, he was the son of the late Exum Boyde Horton Sr. and Mary Fleming Horton. He was married to Victoria Elizabeth Adams Horton for 40 years. He grew up in Chapel Hill, NC where he attended Chapel Hill High School. He was a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he received a degree in electrical engineering. He was a veteran of both the Second World War and the Korean Conflict. He retired from AT&T and Western Electric where he worked as an electrical engineer. He loved electronics, flying, and loved to travel.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Mary Yardley of Silver City, NM and Amy Johnson of Panther Creek, NC; three sons, Roger E. Johnson of Fletcher, NC, Neil Johnson of Greensboro, NC and Artemus Autlav of Franklin, NC; seven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Susan Johnson.

A memorial service will be held at a later date at his residence.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.Online condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email.

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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 Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Lemmie Shirley Houston

Franklin, NC - Lemmie Shirley Houston, age 91, of Kennesaw, GA, formerly of Franklin, NC passed away Thursday, February 9, 2012. A native of Macon County, he was the son of the late Melvin and Lillie Belle Ballew Houston. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during WWII. He was a member and Quarter Master of Franklin VFW Post #7339.

He is survived by two daughters, Sharon Grist of Tifton, GA and Dianne Van Valkenburg of Kennesaw, GA; one son, Lawton Houston of Cashiers, NC; one sister, Ruby Woodring of Franklin, NC; and one brother, Kelly Houston of Marietta, GA. Six grandchildren and one great-grandchild also survive. He was preceded in death by four sisters, Marie Moss, Edith Dendy, Hallie Moses and Nonie Hooper and one brother, Harley Houston.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Alton Dendy officiating. Burial will be in Sugarfork Baptist Church Cemetery. Franklin VFW Post #7339 and American Legion Post #108 will perform full military graveside rites.

The family will receive friends Saturday from 6:00 until 8:00 pm at the funeral home.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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 Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Mary Elizabeth Rogers Houston

Highlands, NC - Mary Elizabeth Rogers Houston, age 91, of Highlands, NC went to be with her Savior, surrounded by her family who loved her very much, on February 1, 2012. Born in Macon County, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Callie Tilson Rogers. She was married to the late Donald G. Houston. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother; a member of Buck Creek Baptist Church; she had a great sense of humor, and enjoyed reading, gardening and flowers.

Mary is survived by four daughters, Shirley (Tom) Murphy of West Chester, OH, Betty (Mickey) Henry of Highlands, NC, Donna Houston of Highlands, NC and Kathy (Don) McConnell of Franklin, NC; five sons, Billy Houston of Highlands, NC, Wiley (Diane) Houston of Franklin, NC, Gary (Patty) Houston of Highlands, NC, Jimmy Houston of Highlands, NC and Robert (Sharon) Houston of Pickens, SC; eight grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 3:00 PM at Buck Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Jamie Passmore and Rev. Dan Lyons officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Shawn Keener, Scotty Keener, Stevie Keener, Jonathan Deats, Christopher Deats and David Leffler. Honorary pallbearers will be Glandon Vaughn, Algie Bolick, Michael Houston, Ralph Rogers, Lonnie Barnes and Martin Chavez.

The family will receive friends Saturday from 2:00 until 3:00 PM, one hour prior to the service, at the church. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Buck Creek Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Geneva Vaughn, 133 Embers Dr., Highlands, NC 28741.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.Online condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email.

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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

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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.

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Ray Hensley Houston

Cullowhee, NC - Ray Hensley Houston, age 68 of the Yellow Mountain Community, passed away Thursday, May 31, 2012 at his residence.He was born in Macon County, the son of the late William Sam and Rachel Izola Moss Houston. He was a former employee of the Sapphire Golf Course. He loved to fish and hunt and attended Yellow Mountain Baptist Church.

He is survived by his sisters, Wanda Houston of Flat Rock, NC, Betty McClure of Highlands, NC, Bernice Shope of Asheville, NC, Faye Sands of Hobesound, FL and Laverne Hooper of Pickens, SC; his brothers, Clinton Houston of Highland, NC and Steve Houston of Yellow Mtn. Several nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by his sister, Ella Mae McClure and two brothers, Sammy Houston and Vernon "Bud" Houston.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, June 3, at 2:30PM at Yellow Mountain Baptist Church with Rev. Keith Ashe officiating. Burial will be held at Buck Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. Nephews will serve as pallbearers.

The family will receive friends Sunday, June 3 from 1:30-2:30PM, one hour prior to service at the Church.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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 Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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 Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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 or by email.

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 to the service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home.
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Patricia Dianne Hughes

Franklin, NC - Patricia Dianne Hughes, age 48, of Otto, NC passed away Saturday, October 01, 2011 at her residence. She was born in Fulton County, GA the daughter of Wilburn Anderson of Otto, NC and Carolyn Bowman Hughes of Franklin, NC. She worked for the Waffle House in Hiram, GA for 21 years. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and liked to help others.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband of 15 years, Jerry R. Hughes, Sr.; three daughters, Kayla Marie Hughes and Sonya White of Otto, NC and Amanda Ramey and her husband, Todd of Clayton, GA; one step-son Jerry Ray Hughes, Jr. of Jackson, GA; one sister, Kathy Wood and her husband, Bush of Forest Park, GA; two brothers, Stevie Anderson and his wife, Annette of Franklin, NC and Larry Paul Anderson and his wife, Brenita of Jonesboro, GA; two grandchildren, Kaylynn Phillips and Jessie Ramey.

Memorial services will be held Wednesday, October 5 at 11:00AM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Oliver Rice officiating.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Wilburn Lee Hughes

Franklin - 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.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Katherine Goins Hughes, a daughter Patsy Lee Hughes Carter and a sister Marie Parker.

Surviving is one son, Rod Hughes and his wife Louise, four grandchildren, Amy Stewart anad her husband Steve,Jennie Holbrooks, Katie Hughes and Roddy Joe Hughes and his wife Sheena. Six great-grandchildren, Melanie,Maggie, Woody and Hope Stewart, Jack Holbrooks and Jake Hughes all of Franklin. Two Sisters Margie Brock and Berta Gibson of Cleveland TN. A number of nieces and nephews also survive

Funeral services will be held later in West Palm Beach FL.

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

Effie Hunnicutt

Franklin, NC - Effie Hunnicutt, age 84, of Franklin, NC, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2012. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late James and Ethel Wilburn Jenkins. She was married to the late Robert P. Hunnicutt. She was a member of Rose Creek Baptist Church. She was a homemaker, a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

She is survived by three daughters, Brenda L. Martin and husband James of Kenosha, WI, Janet Burnett and husband Eddie and Aretta L. Anten and husband Robert of Franklin, NC; two sons, Robert Allen Hunnicutt and wife Yvonne of Clayton, GA and Jack E. Hunnicutt and wife Renee of Oscoda, MI; two sisters, Mary Baty of Highlands, NC and Phyllis of South Carolina; two brothers, Billy Jenkins and Donnie Jenkins both of South Carolina; thirteen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren also survive.

The famiily will receive friends Saturday, March 17, 2012 from 11:00-1:00 PM at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home.

Burial will be held at Crescent Lake Cemetery in Waterford, MI.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Martha Geneva Lutz Hunnicutt

Franklin, NC - Martha Geneva Lutz Hunnicutt, age 87, of Franklin, NC passed away Thursday, July 26, 2012. Born in Catawba County, she was the daughter of the late B. O. and Carrie Lugene Rhoney Lutz. She was married to the late Jimmie Thomas Hunnicutt who died in 1995. She was a member of Wells Grove Baptist Church.

Mrs. Hunnicutt is survived by one son James T. Hunnicutt, Jr. of Union, SC formerly of Franklin; a daughter in law, Carlene Angel Hunnicutt; two sisters, Virginia Buff of Casar, NC and Mary Johnson of Hildebran, NC; two brothers, Noah Lee Lutz of Conover, NC and Carl Lutz of Hickory, NC; two grandchildren, Angela Hunnicutt Stewart and husband Brad of Franklin, NC and Jon Eric Hunnicutt and wife Jessie of Union, SC and a number of nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Don Leonard Hunnicutt who died in 1969; a sister, Ruby Walker and a brother, Hoke Lutz.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 28 at 11:00 am in the Chapel of Bryant Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Terry Dixon and Rev. Vic Greene officiating. Burial will be in Wells Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Wiggins, Roger Guest, Jackie Cook, Jerry Cook, Tim Cook and Mike Holland. The family will receive friends Saturday from 10:00 until 11:00 am, one hour prior to the service, at the funeral home.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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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 or by email.

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.

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Agnes Setser Hunton

Greenwood SC - Agnes Setser Hunton, 81, wife of the late Dr. Richard E. Hunton, died January 29, 2012, at Hospice House in Greenwood. Born in Franklin, NC, she was the daughter of the late Gilmer and Nina Setser. She was a Registered Nurse and graduate of the Mission Memorial Hospital Nursing program in Asheville, NC. She attended East Side Baptist Church in Greenwood.

Surviving are a daughter, Jenifer Diachenko and husband, Steve, of Taylors; and a son, Richard E. Hunton, Jr. and wife, Cynthia of Columbia; brother, Richard Setser; sisters, Grace Harrison, Jean Wilson, Anna House, and Helen Gent; and seven grandchildren.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Blyth Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. David Thomasson of East Side Baptist Church officiating. Private family burial will be in Oakbrook Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Richard Hunton, Jr., Steve Diachenko, Richard Setser, Reubin Diachenko, Ian Diachenko and Richard Hunton, III.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1:00 to 2:00 Tuesday afternoon.

The family would like to thank the following for their compassionate care: Dr. Thomas Kendall, Dr. Andy Funke; Dr. Joanna Sadurski and staff at the Self Regional Healthcare Cancer Center; Nurses, Cindy, Judy, and Kathy of Hospice Care of the Piedmont; and Dr. Robert Todd and staff at the Greenwood Hospice House. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to East Side Christian School, 1908 Hwy 72-221 East, Greenwood, SC 29649 or to Hospice Care of the Piedmont, 408 W. Alexander Avenue, Greenwood, SC 29646.

For online condolences please visit www.blythfuneralhome.com
Blyth Funeral Home & Cremation Services is assisting the Hunton family.
Courtesy of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home.

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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.

Barbara Jean Hurst

Franklin, NC - Barbara Jean Hurst, age 62, of Franklin, NC, passed away Monday, October 8, 2012. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late Junior and Pearl Russell Webb. She was a homemaker and loving mother and grandmother. She loved to take pictures and spending time with family, she was of the Baptist faith.

She is survived by her husband of twenty years, John C. Hurst; a daughter, Selena Lakey of Franklin, NC; two sons, John Webb and wife Jennifer of Sylva, NC and Brannin Lakey, Jr. and wife Rebecca of Knoxville, TN; five grandchildren, Daniel, Abigail, Kaitlyn, Noah, and Logan also survive.

Funeral services will be held Friday, October 12th at 2:00 pm at Zion Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Eddie Stillwell officiating. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends Friday one hour prior to the service at the Church.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Alicia Rae Hyatt

Franklin, NC - Beloved mother Alicia Rae Hyatt, 34, passed away in Otto, North Carolina on April 21st 2012 due to complications of her health. In her short years she had successfully fought off several rounds of cancers, she has both won and lost against the battle of the body. She was a member of the Seventh-Day Adventist church of Franklin.

A native of Macon County, she is survived by her adored daughter Andie Jolene Muncey Hyatt, 15, her parents Ben and Patti Carpenter, sister and brother Annette and Bennett Carpenter, and husband of 13 years Simon Philip Hyatt. Successful in education and work, her scholastics and career both cut short by her health complications. She was of intuitive mind and a master chef. She was a lover of animals, and enjoyed spending times outdoors with her pets and family.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home graciously is providing her wishes, there will be no public services, and the family will take visitors personally.

The family has asked that folks plant a tree in her memory, a memorial trust fund has been setup to contribute to the collegiate education of her teenage daughter, once her daughter completes college, the fund will continue to support children’s education that lose a parent during the High School year s.

Alicia Rae Hyatt Memorial Fund contributions can be made to:

First Citizens Bank 114 Westgate Plaza Franklin, NC 28734 828-524-2164 or online via PayPal at the families website http://shyatt2.googlepages.com

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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