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Kiah Marie Raby Franklin, NC - Kiah Marie Raby, age 46, of Franklin, NC passed away April 10, 2012. Born in Tampa, FL she was the daughter of William and Margurite Beathea Gornto Sammons of Ocala, FL. She was married to Ellis Raby for twelve years. She was a finisher at Liberty Woodworkers and was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Kiah is survived by one daughter, Kristen Nesmith of Franklin, NC; one son, James Teems of Franklin, NC and two step-sons, Greg Raby of Franklin, NC and Daniel Raby of Tifton, GA; one brother, William Sammons, Jr of Ocala, FL and seven grandchildren, Zane Teems, Jacob Hatch, Brianna Raby, Emily Raby, Ashley Raby, Bailey Raby and Olivia Raby. Funeral services will be held, Saturday, April 14, 2012 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Doug Carpenter officiating. Burial will be in Ridgecrest Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Greg Raby, Daniel Raby, Dan Cabe, Steve Carpenter, Ellis Raby, James Teems and Tony Lewis. The family will receive friends Friday, April 13, 2012, from 6:00 until 8:00 pm at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Bryant-Grant
Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Lucille Brashear Campbell Raby, Russellville, TN - Lucille Brashear Campbell Raby, age 76, of Russellville, TN passed away at home March 15, 2009. A retired employee of BASF, she was an active member of Bufflao Trail Baptist Church, and the Helping Hands Sunday School Class.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. M.C. and Virgie Brashear, brotherAaron Brashear, first husband Arvin Campbell; her father and mother-in-law, Don and Bedell Raby.
She is survived by her husband, Albert “Dickie” Raby formerly of Franklin, NC, son Michael Campbell and wife Jocelyn, daughter Becky Livesay and husband Dennis, Step daughter: Janice Coleman and husband, Mark of Waterford, MI. Grandchildren Amanda and Anna Campbell, Robyn Livesay Stump (Ryan), Matt Livesay, and Justin Coleman.
She is also survived by brothers and sisters Harold, Keith (Bea), and Robert (Jenny) Brashear of Viper, KY, Thelma Riddle of Morristown, Anna (Bobby) Pendleton of Sanford, FL, and Stella ( Bobby) Ison of Detroit, MI.
Visitation will be at Buffalo Trail Baptist Church on Tuesday, March 17, from 5:00-8:00PM with service to follow at 8:00 PM, Rev. Keith Mowery officiating. Interment will be at 9:30 AM on Wednesday, March 18, at Hamblen Memory Gardens.
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Mamie Virginia Hooper Raby Franklin, NC - Mamie Virginia Hooper Raby, 89, of the Watauga Community of Franklin, NC, died Saturday, June 26, 2010. She was a native of Jackson County, the daughter of the late Tom Ruben and Dollie Gosnell Hooper. She was married to the late George Lewis Raby who died in 1994. She was past president of the Home Extension Club and Macon Women’s Missionary Union. She was a very active member of Watauga Baptist Church, where she was a former Sunday School Teacher, she loved to bowl and travel. She is survived by one daughter Betty Francis Rowland of Franklin, NC; three sons Robert L. Raby and his wife Ruth of Franklin, NC; James David Raby and his wife Linda of Nashville, TN; Thomas Edgar Raby and his wife Jane of Olatha, KS; two sisters Velma Plemmons and Lois Ensley both of Sylva, NC. She is also survived by nine grandchildren and sixteen great-granchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister Naomi Green and two brothers Thomas and Otto Hooper. Funeral services will be held Monday June 28, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Watauga Baptist Church with Rev. Wesley Price, Rev. David Williams and Rev. Roy Lowe officiating. Pallbearers will be Larry Bishop, Norris Clouse, Doug Brooks, Jimmy Ammons, Doug Johnson, George Roper and Norman Baker. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Sunday, June 27, 2010. Burial will be in Watauga Baptist Church Cemetery. Bryant-Grant
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Randy Raby Scaly Mountain, NC - Randy Raby, age 42, of Billingsley Road, Scaly Mountain, NC died Wednesday, April 29, 2009 in Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, Highlands, NC.
Born in Transylvania County, NC October 1, 1966, he was the son of Bobby Joe Raby and Barbara Ann Watson. He was a rock and brick mason in the Construction Industry. He was a US Army Veteran and a member of the Mt. Sinai Assembly of God Church.
He is survived by his wife Carolyn Billingsley Raby of the home; his parents, Bobby Joe Raby of Franklin, NC and Barbara Ann of Highlands, NC; a son Christopher Allen Raby of Scaly Mountain, NC; a daughter, Keri Ann Raby of Scaly Mountain, NC; one granddaughter, Jaylin Brook Raby of Scaly Mountain, NC; two brothers, Mike Raby and Gary Raby both of Franklin, NC; two sisters, Sandra Raby James of Salem, SC and Michelle Elliott of Otto, NC; one daughter-in-law, Janice Talley of Scaly Mountain, NC.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM Sunday, May 3, 2009 at the Flats Middle Creek Baptist Church, Scaly Mountain, NC with Rev. Dwight Loggins officiating. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery.
The body is at Hunter Funeral Home where the family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 PM Saturday night.
The family is at home on Billingsley Road in Scaly Mountain, NC.
Hunter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
An online obituary and register is available at www.hunterfuneralhomega.com
Courtesy of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Online condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email. |
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Robert "Bob" Raby Franklin, NC - Robert "Bob" Raby, age 69, of Franklin, NC passed away Thursday, May 3, 2012. Born in Macon County, he was the son of the late George Lewis and Mamie Virginia Hooper Raby. He was married to Ruth Bernadine Williams Raby for thirty-seven years. He was retired from General Motors in Pontiac, MI; he was a Mason and Shriner. He was a member of Watauga Baptist Church and attended Community Baptist Church. In addition to his wife he is survived by one daughter, Shelli Rene Haggerty and husband Kevin of Davidson, MI; one son, Michael Robert Raby and wife Sharon of Waterford, MI; one sister, Betty Rowland of Franklin, NC and two brothers, Thomas "Tom" Raby of Olathe, KS and James "Dave" Raby of Nashville, TN. Six grandchildren, Krystina, Nicole and Michael "Mike" Haggerty and Nicholas, Hannah and Holly Raby also survive. Funeral services will be held Sunday, May 6, 2012 at 2:00 PM at Watauga Baptist Church with Rev. David Williams, Rev. Wesley Price and Rev. Roy Lowe officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Herman Elkins, Nicholas Raby, Kevin Haggerty, Gary Elders, Willard Barrett, Henry Rowland and Larry Bishop. Honorary pallbearers will be Jimmy Ammons and Doug Young. The family will receive friends Sunday from 12:30 until 2:00 PM, prior to the service, at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Community Baptist Church, c/o Christa Ledford, 1361 N. Blaine Branch Rd., Franklin, NC 28734. Bryant-Grant
Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Georgianna Ralston Highlands - Georgianna Ralston passed away suddenly sometime in the early morning hours of December 19th. The evening before, she and her husband Jack hosted a joyful family Christmas gathering for which, although well known to be somewhat challenged in her cooking skills, she prepared an excellent salad. Georgianna lived in her beloved Highlands for approximately 13 years. She was born in 1943 to Franklin Schenck and Millie Richardson in Marion County, Indiana and grew up in Plainfield, Indiana. She had a successful career as a flight attendant for Delta Airlines. She was also a nurse and was a longtime volunteer at the Fidelia Eckerd Living Center. In her last weeks, Georgianna visited her mother in Indiana, and she and Jack spent time with cherished friends in Europe. They also took their grandchildren on a wonderful trip to Disney World and Universal Studios. Georgianna was a talented artist, especially a photographer and a quilter. Her photographs were often exhibited in the Highlands area and her quilts adorn many homes. She was also an avid reader and member of the Highlands Book Club. Georgianna is survived by her husband Jack, her mother Millie Richardson, her brother Tom Richardson, her sister Jacqueline Bryant, her step-children Lauren Hester and Christopher Ralston (Cristen), and step-grandchildren Anna Hester, Braden Ralston and Davis Ralston. She also leaves behind numerous cousins, nieces and nephews, and her little dog Maggie Mae who will long be waiting for her at the front door. Georgianna made close friends wherever she went. For all of us, a bright light has gone out this Christmas, but our memories of Georgianna will warm us through the winter and long after. A celebration of Georgianna’s life will take place Monday, December 27 at 2:00 p.m. at the Highlands Presbyterian Church. Those wishing to make contributions in Georgianna’s memory may make them to Friends For Life, P.O. Box 340, Sapphire, NC 28774. Bryant-Grant
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Dorothy Louise Ramey Highlands, NC - Dorothy Louise Ramey, age 72, of Blue Valley Rd., Highlands, NC. Affectionately known as "Granny Dolly" died Tuesday night Dec. 8, 2009 in a Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. Born March 30, 1937 in Macon County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Spear Joe Henry and Dessie Ramey Henry. She was a Food Service Employee in the Macon School System and in Restaurants. She was also a homemaker and was a member of the Blue Valley Baptist Church. She was the widow of Rev. Junior Ramey. Surviving her are three son's and daughters-in-law, Eugene and Mildred Ramey of Clayton GA, James and Maxine Ramey and Robert and Mary Ramey of Highlands, NC; two brothers, Johnny Henry and Kibby Henry both of Highlands, NC. Ten grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren also survive, along with several nephews, nieces and cousins. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Friday, December 11, 2009 at the Blue Valley Baptist Church in Macon County, NC with Rev. Oliver Rice, Rev. Matt Shuler and Rev. Rusty Wolfrey officiating. Burial will be in the Flats Middle Creek Cemetery in Scaly, NC. The body is at the Hunter Funeral Home and will be taken to the Blue Valley Baptist Church where family will receive friends Thursday night, Dec. 10, 2009 from 6:00-9:00PM. The family is at the home on Blue Valley Road, Highlands, NC. Hunter
Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. An online obituary and register is available at www.hunterfuneralhomega.com Courtesy
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Thomas Larry Ramsey Franklin, NC - Thomas Larry Ramsey, age 61, of Franklin, NC, passed away Thursday, August 12, 2010 at his residence. He was a native of Macon County, the son of Roy W. Ramsey and Irene Lowe Ramsey of Franklin, NC. He was a member of Cowee Baptist Church. He was a tile layer and he loved to fish. He graduated from Franklin High School in 1966. In addition to his parents, he is survived by a sister, Brenda Perry Moore of Franklin, NC; two brothers, Michael Ramsey of Franklin, NC and Ben Ramsey of Nashville, TN; four nieces and two nephews also survive. Memorial services will be held Sunday, August 22nd at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, with Rev. David Powell officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 pm, one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Cowee Baptist Church Building Fund, 6301 Bryson City Road, Franklin, NC 28734. Bryant-Grant
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Mary Dianne Turner Raper Franklin, NC - Mary Dianne Turner Raper, age 65, of Franklin, NC passed away Monday, June 4, 2012. Born in Edgecombe County, she was the daughter of the late A. C. and Mary Ruth Morgan Turner. She held a managerial position in the medical field and was a charter member of Rock of Ages Baptist Church. Mrs. Raper is survived by two daughters, Beverly Ann Hurst and husband Benny of Franklin, NC and Jennifer Leigh Martin and husband Tony of Greenville, NC; five grandchildren, Benny Hurst, Jr., Jacob Hurst, Sophia Martin, Riley McClain and Jeremiah Parham; sister, Brenda Gail Walston of Fountain, NC; two brothers, Joe Turner of Conway, NC and Wayne Turner of Fountain, NC; and extended family in Eastern North Carolina. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a grandson, Brandon Hurst, and a sister, Jean Tugwell. Memorial services will be held Friday, June 8, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Benny Hurst and Rev. Vic Greene officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m., one hour prior to the service, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers,
memorial donations may be made to Rock of Ages Baptist Church, 104
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Richard Ralph Rathbun Franklin, NC - Richard Ralph Rathbun, of Franklin, NC passed away Thursday, November 17, 2011. Born in Springfield, MA, he was the son of the late Ralph Arthur and Evelyn Wright Rathbun. He was married to Carol Rathbun for 42 years. He was a United States Navy veteran serving in WWII and a graduate of Johns Hopkins University. He had a long career in the Insurance Industry and designed customized insurance packages for Disney World, Coca-Cola and the first package for the PGA Golf Tour. He was risk manager for the Penn Central Company in New York City and he retired from his own insurance agency with offices throughout Florida. He was a member of the Chamber of Commerce and President of Rotary Club in Pompano Beach, FL. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Franklin. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather with interests in golf, sailing and flying. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three daughters, Susan R. Miller and husband John of Pine Island, FL, Valerie R. Kienzler and husband John of East Long Meadow, MA and Marti R. Phelps and husband Richard of Orange Park, FL; one son, Peter G. Rathbun of Boca Raton, FL; six grandchildren, Valerie, John, Jonathan, R.J., Molly and Cory, and one great-grandchild, Harper. He was preceded in death by a sister, Jane Rathbun Brandt. Memorial services will be held Monday, November 21, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Franklin. Rev. Valerie Miller and Rev. Sam Pope will officiate. The family will receive friends in the fellowship hall following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Angel Hospice, 170 Church St., Franklin, NC 28734 or the charity of one’s choice. Bryant-Grant
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Burl Wayne Ray Franklin, NC - Burl Wayne Ray, age 89 of Franklin, NC passed away Sunday, July 22, 2012. Born in Swain County, he was the son of the late John and Georgia Wishon Ray. He was retired from Zickgraf Hardwood Company; was the oldest living member of Mt. Sinai Assembly of God and was a U S Army veteran, serving during WWII. Mr. Ray was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather who liked to dig ginseng, fishing and keeping bees. He is survived
by his wife of 66 years, Lucille Pendergrass Ray, six daughters,
Wanda Shepherd, Deborah Holland and husband Steve, Elaine Holland
and husband Phillip, Ila Giles, Ann Holland, and Tammy Collier and
husband Lloyd all of Franklin, NC; two sisters, Gladys Welch and
Gassie Gilbert of Lincolnton, NC; three brothers, Willard Ray of
Franklin, Clint Ray of Oregon and Hess Ray of Missouri and a special
cousin, Rita McCoy. Fifteen grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren
also survive. He was preceded in death by a son, Bill Ray. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at 2:00 pm at Mt. Sinai Assembly of God with Rev. John Raby, Rev. Bryon Lamb and Rev. Jared Benedict officiating. Burial will be in Roper Cemetery. Franklin VFW Post #7339 and American Legion Post #108 wil perform military graveside rites. Pallbearers
will be Terry Holland, Micky Raby, Freddie Raby, Bob Ray, Johnny
Pendergrass, David Pendergrass, James Ray and Donnie Marion. The
family will receive friends Tuesday from 6:00 until 8:00 pm at Bryant
Grant Funeral Home where the body will remain until being placed
in the church thirty minutes prior to the service. Bryant-Grant
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Edna Keener Ray Franklin,
NC - Edna Keener Ray, age 83, of the Clarks Chapel Community died,
Friday, July 3, 2009 in an Asheville, NC hospital. She was a native
of Gaston County, NC and the daughter of the late Elbert and Estella
Hoyle Keener. She was married to the late R. C. Ray. She was a retired
nurses aide. She worked at Angel Medical Center for twenty years
and later for Dr. Doralea Harmon for fifteen years. She enjoyed
helping others and was an avid NASCAR fan. She was a lifetime member
of the Franklin VFW Ladies Auxiliary for more than fifty years.
She was a member of Clarks Chapel United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends from 6:00- 8:00 PM , Monday July 6, 2009 at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, where the body will remain until placed in the church 30 minutes prior to the service. Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email.
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Esther Emelie Dills MaGaha Ray Franklin, NC - Esther Emelie Dills MaGaha Ray, age 94, of Franklin, NC passed away Monday, February 25, 2008 at a local nursing home. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of Archie and Ida Ledford Dills. She was a homemaker and a member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Dills.
Memorial services will be held at a later date in Tennessee.
Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email. |
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Wilbur Jackson Ray Franklin, NC -Wilbur Jackson Ray, 73, of Franklin, NC passed away Friday June 3, 2011 at his residence. A native of Macon Co. he was the son of the late Frank and Onie Vanhook Ray. He was a mechanic for Whitley Industries, and a member of Wells Grove Baptist Church. He is survived by a daughter, Teresa Ray Downs and husband Johnny of Franklin, NC; a son, Tony Ray and wife Rhonda of Franklin, NC.; one sister Mary Ray Hedden and husband Wiley of Franklin, NC, and one brother in-law Logan Ashe of Franklin, NC; four grandchildren, Mandy Wishon, Sandy Tabor, Zachary Ray and Tanner Ray; three great grandchildren, Sydney Williams, Jackson Wilson and Eli Wishon. He was preceded in death by one sister Ruth Ray Ashe and brothers Rufus and Don Ray. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 7, 2011 at 4:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Terry Dixon officiating. Burial will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Zach Ray, Dennis Ashe, Scott Anthony, Wiley Hedden, Tanner Ray and Dennis Downs. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 pm Monday, June 6, 2011 at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Angel Home Health and Hospice, 170 Church St. Franklin, NC 28734.
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Claudette Rae Lundy Reed Otto, NC - Claudette Rae Lundy Reed, age 76, of Ledford Lane, Otto, NC passed away Monday, July 20, 2009 at an Asheville Hospital. She was born in Cowley, Kansas, the daughter of the late Claude and Ruth Rogers Lundy. She was married to Melvin Rhea Reed who passed away August 14, 2006. She was a homemaker and a member of First United Methodist Church. She was a military housewife, and raised her children while Dad was on military tour. She enjoyed line dancing, and loved traveling, she also loved her children. She volunteered at Care Net. She is survived by one daughter, Claudia Gwen Reed-Nagy of Otto, NC and David Henry, one son, Ronnie Rhea Reed of Lithia, FL; one brother, Richard Lundy of Enid, OK.: six grandchildren, Staci, Kendall Reed, Jarred Bradley and Matthew Nagy, Gwen Creel and David Creel; one great-grandchild, Raya Murnathan. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Ruth Renae Creel. Graveside services will be held Thursday, July 23rd at 1100am at Rush Cemetery, with Rev. Davis Hooper officiating. Pallbearers will be David Henry, Jarred Bradley, Matthew Nagy, Ronnie Reed, and Marcus Farmer. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 PM, Wednesday evening at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Claudia Nagy, 101 Ledford Lane, Otto, NC 28763. Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email. |
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Lester Reed Jr. Highlands - Lester Reed Jr.(Poley) age 76, of the Goldmine Community passed away Friday, July 9, 2010 at his residence. He was a native of Macon County, the son of the late Lester Reed Sr. and Pearl Frady Reed. He was married to Evelyn Watts Reed who passed away in 2001. He was a heavy equipment operator and a member of Goldmine Baptist Church. He loved his family and friends. He loved gardening, hunting, and fishing. He was an Army Veteran of the Korean War. He is survived by three daughters, Teresa Davis and husband Oren, Diane Watts and husband Gilmer, and Karen Hooper and husband Danny all of Franklin, one son Stanley Reed of Highlands,NC; three sisters, Gloria Younce of Franklin, Helen Henson of Franklin and Norma Hopper of Atlanta, GA. ; two brothers, George Reed and Charles Reed of Franklin. Seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in death by two sons,Vernon and Marvin Reed, one sister LaVerne Dills and two brothers, Eldon Reed and Sheridan Reed. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday at Goldmine Baptist Church with Rev. Alton Dendy and Rev. Charles Reed officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Moriah Cemetery. Doyle Wayne McCall, Gary McClure, Doug McCall, Corey A. Watts, Shelby Davis and D.J. Owens will serve as pallbearers. The Franklin VFW Post 7339 and American Legion Post 108 will conduct military graveside rites. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM Sunday at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Franklin where the body will remain until placed in the Church 30 minutes prior to the service. A special thank you to Westcare Hospice.Contributions may be made to the family c/o Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, 105 West Main St. Franklin, NC 28734. Bryant-Grant
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Marvin Edward Reed Highlands, NC - Marvin Edward Reed, age 48, of Goldmine Road, Highlands, NC, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2008 in a local hospital. He was a native of Macon County, the son of Lester Reed, Jr. of Highlands, NC and the late Evelyn Watts Reed. He was a heavy equipment operator.
In addition to his father, he is survived by three sisters, Teresa L. Davis and her husband, Oren W. of Pine Creek, NC, Diane Watts and her husband Gilmer and Karen Hooper and her husband Danny all of Franklin, NC; one brother, Stanley Reed of Highlands, NC.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, June 22nd at 2:00pm at Goldmine Baptist Church, with Rev. William Wooten and Rev. Alton Dendy officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Moriah Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Doyle Wayne McCall, Michael Dendy, Shelby Davis, Corey A. Watts, Thomas Franzo, Gary McClure and D. J. Owens.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00pm, Saturday evening at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Franklin. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email. |
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Hattie Sue Ledford Reese Highlands, NC - Hattie Sue Ledford Reese "our loving Mama Sue", age 74, passed away Sunday December 26, 2010 at Memorial Mission Hospital. Sue was a native of Macon County and the daughter of the late Howard and Orpha Hastings Ledford. She was a member of the Highlands First Baptist Church where she was active in GA’s and Sunday school instruction during her youth. She also was a retired member of the Highlands Womans Club at which time she helped co-found Fibber Maggie’s Closet in Highlands, recognizing the need of second hand clothing, as a mother of four children. Throughout her life she worked many trades to help provide for her family but in the end she retired with twenty three years of service as manager and forefather of the Highlands ABC store. The job she enjoyed the most, however, was making her homemade jams and jellies which she sold at the Highlands Arts and Crafts Fair for twenty seven years. She had a passion for dancing, most especially the art of clogging, of which she traveled throughout the southeast as a clogging judge. Her most important role in life, that she took most pride in, was the love and care that she gave to her family and friends as her heart was never ending. Sue is survived by four children, a son, Kevin Reese (Barbara) of Highlands, NC, a daughter, Karen Reese of Highlands, NC and fraternal twins, David Reese of Highlands, NC and Donna Hoffman (Chris) of Carbondale, CO; five grandchildren, Tara Reese Ray, (Chad), Devon Reese, Michael Reese, Austin Reese, Alexa Reese and one great grandchild, Channing Ray; two sisters, Deanne Raby (Bert) of Franklin, NC, Jewell Drake (Tom) of Franklin, NC and one brother, Don Ledford (Susie) of Raleigh, NC as well as numerous neices and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Robert L. Reese, Jr. "Dugan"; one son, Michael Lee Reese and three brothers, Derold, Harold and Hewell Ledford. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 31, 2010 at 1:00 pm at Highlands First Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Harris officiating. Burial will be in Highlands Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be nephews, Howie Raby, Dwight Raby, Donald Ledford, Michael Ledford, Derrick Ledford, and Jonathan Sanders. The family will receive friends Friday, December 31, from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, two hours prior to the service, at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Lewis Rathbun Wellness Center, 121 Sherwood Ave., Asheville, NC 28802. Bryant-Grant
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Lina Marie Reese Highlands, NC - Lina Marie Reese, age 77, of Foreman Rd., Highlands, NC passed away Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at her residence. A native of Macon County she was the daughter of the late Ebbie and Hettie Wilson Talley. She was married to the late Harold Reese who passed away in 1997. She was a member of Seventh Day Adventist Church; she loved to cook and had a career in the restaurant business, working at The Highlander Restaurant and as owner and operator of Tate’s Restaurant. She is survived by two sons, Richard Henry of Highlands, NC and George Kent Henry and wife Ellen of Virgilina, VA; one sister, Elizabeth Wooden of Hudson, IA; two grandchildren, Mary Jo Stevens and Lina Matthews and five great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by one sister, Elise Holt; one brother, Richard Talley and one grandchild, Jackson Henry. Funeral Services will be held Friday, October 8, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands with Rev. Alton Dendy officiating. Burial will be in Highlands Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Richard Henry, Woodrow Wilson, David Charles Douglas, Ellis Cleveland, Mike Bryson, Gene Talley, John Shearl and Tony Potts. The family will receive friends Thursday, October 7, 2010 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Four Seasons Hospice, 571 South Allen Rd., Flat Rock, NC 28731. Bryant-Grant
Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
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Robert Lee (Dugan)Reese, Jr. Highlands, NC - Robert Lee Reese, Jr. (Dugan), age 83, of Highlands, NC, passed away Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at his residence. He was a native of Macon County, the son of the late Robert Lee Reese, Sr. and Myrtle Henderson Reese. He was a painter and finish carpenter, and was a US Navy Veteran of World War II. He was a member of Highlands First Baptist Church, and a member of the American Legion in Highlands. He was retired from the Highlands Fire and Rescue after twenty years of service from 1969 to 1989. He was an avid golfer with many first place trophies, and was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife of fifty-five years, Sue Ledford Reese; two daughters, Karen Reese of Highlands, NC and Donna Hoffman of Carbondale, Colorado; two sons, Kevin Reese and wife Barbara and David Reese all of Highlands, NC; three sisters, Faye Sewell of Texas, Lucy Reese of Jacksonville, FL and Anne Wilson of Clemson, SC; two brothers, Ray Reese of Concord,NC and Furman Reese of Seneca,SC; five grandchildren; Tara Reese Ray, Devon Reese, Michael Reese, Austin Reese, and Alexa Reese; one great-grandchild, Channing Ray. He was preceded in death by a son Michael Reese. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 18th at 3:00pm at Highlands First Baptist Church, with Chaplain Mary Wetzel and Mr. Cecil Deas officiating. Burial will be in Highlands Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ross Brooks, David Head, Chris Hoffman, Bobby Newton, Dennis Potts, Mark Rogers, Mike Rogers and Derek Taylor. The Franklin VFW Post #7339 and American Legion Post #108 will conduct complete military graveside rites. The Highlands Fire Department and members of Satolah and Cashiers Fire Departments will serve as honorary pallbearers. The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 3:00 pm Saturday, two hours prior to the service at Highlands First Baptist Church. Memorials
may be made to St. Jude Childrens Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place,
Memphis, TN 38105-1942 or to a Charity of one’s choice. Bryant-Grant
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Frances Norris Register Cashiers - Frances Norris Registerof Cashiers, North Carolina, passed away July 29, 2010 after valiantly battling cancer for over fifteen years. She was born October 20, 1929 to Frank Wisconsin Norris and Pearl Frances Hawkins Norris of Jacksonville, Florida. She was predeceased by her son, Joseph Alvin Register, III in 2002. She is survived by her daughter Gayle Register Bolton of Savannah, Georgia. She is also survived by her three granddaughters and their spouses, Jennifer and Keith Stapleton of Cornelia, Georgia; Rebecca and Brian Marple of Medina, Ohio and Charlotte and Craig Savage of Richmond, Virginia. She was blessed with four great grandchildren, Madison Marple, Kendall Marple, McCaa Stapleton and Kavenaugh Stapleton. Frances wanted it said that she was also survived by many dear firends of her heart, plus her four legged children, Fluffy, Emily, Shea and her adopted neighborhood black bear named Brother Bear. Frances was always a very active resident in the communities where she lived. In Jacksonville, while in high school, she joined the Civil Air Patrol during World War II and flew a Piper Cub airplane for local missions. She graduated from Robert E. Lee HIgh School in Jacksonville and then graduated from Mt. Vernon Jr. College in Washington, D. C. She was presented in 1949 as a debutant in Jacksonville. She then moved to New York City where she worked for the Arthur Murray Dance Studio and attended the John Robert Powers School of Modeling. She returned to Jacksonville and was married to Joseph Alvin Register, Jr. In Jacksonville, she was a founding member of the Clover Garden Circle, a member of the Junior League, Chairman of the Jacksonville Symphony Concert and a member of St. Marks Episcopal Church and had her own accounting firm. Frances divorced in 1971 and went to work for Holland America Steamship Cruise Lines out of Rotterdam, Holland. She circumnavigated the world several times. She retired in 1975, but continued to travel extensively where she made many lifelong international friends. In 1987, Frances moved permanently to Cashiers, North Carolina, where she had spent numerous summers since her childhood. Her love of Highlands and Cashiers ran deep. She called the area her "huggy mountains". Initially she worked for the Olde Edwards Inn and then the Christmas Cottage in Highlands. She then worked for The Highlands Gem Shoppe in Cashiers. Frances was a life long baseball fan. She grew up with the Jacksonville "Tars" but adopted the Atlanta Braves as her boys to the end. Frances often referred to Cashiers as not a small town, but a Big Family. Her immediate family wishes to express their gratitude to the entire community of Cashiers for their continued on going support, love and friendship that sustained her for many years and made her wishes come true. A graveside service will be held at Oaklawn Cemetary in Jacksonville, Florida on August 7th followed by a memorial service in Cashiers on August 20, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at the pavillion at High Hampton Inn. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Frances’ name to the Highlands Cashiers Humane Society and Friends for Life Animal Sanctuary in Cashiers and Highlands Cashiers Hospice. Bryant-Grant
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Donald Russell Reid Frankllin, NC - Donald Russell Reid, age 75, of Wendover Drive, Franklin, NC passed away Friday, May 27, 2011 at his residence. He was born in Miami, FL the son of the late Russell Alexander Reid and Mable Ellen Shields Reid. He retired as a Battalian Chief and Executive Assistant to the fire chief, a journeyman electrician and a pyro- technician. He was a member of the International Brotherhood Electrical Workers, a member of the International Association of Firefighters, and the City of Miami Associtaion of Retired Firefighters. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Sandra Logan Reid; five daughters, Debra Lorranie Reid of Eureka Springs, AR, Donna Gayle Reid Guarnieri of Spring Hill, TN, Dawn Jay Reid Jackson of Homestead, FL, DeEllen Sandra Reid of LaGrange, GA, and Dana Susanne Reid Weseman of Homestead, FL; one son, Donald Russell Reid, II of Franklin, NC; daughter-in-laws, Cynthia Reid, Cheryl "Shuggie" Tucker, and Kathy Fleegle; son-in-laws, John Jackson and Walter Weseman; two sisters, Roberta Ann Yakubec of Sebastian, FL and Karen Reid of Key West, FL. Twelve grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in death by a brother, Lawrence "Larry" Reid. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Miami Firefighters Federal Credit Union, 1111 NW 7th Street, Miami, FL 33136 c/o Teri Sadler/MFD Reunion Account for the Don Reid Memorial Scholarship Fund, which will be awarded to a high school student wishing to pursue a career as a firefighter or paramedic. Bryant-Grant
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Dan Robert Reynolds Franklin N.C. - Dan Robert Reynolds, “Danny”, age 63, of Franklin, NC passed away Saturday, November 27, 2010 at a local hospital. He was born in Macon County, NC. and was the son of the late Dan R Reynolds and Emma Rebecca Conley Reynolds. He was a Vietnam Veteran and a member of the Vietnam Veterans of America, VFW, American Legion, and First Families of Old Buncombe.
He is survived by a daughter, Myra Reynolds of Franklin, a son Mark Reynolds and wife Meghan of Franklin, one sister, Shirley Reynolds of Franklin, and three grandchildren Alena Reynolds, Zach Soto, and Kenra Brown. He was preceded in death by one sister Mary Sue Reynolds.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 30, 2010 at 2:00 pm in the chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. The family will receive friends Monday, November 29, 2010 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Burial will be held at Snow Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery. The Vietnam Veterans of America will serve as pallbearers. The VFW post #7339 and American Legion post #108 will conduct a full military graveside service. Bryant-Grant
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Kenneth L. Reynolds Tampa FL - Reynolds, Kenneth L. 65, of Tampa, died December 21, 2010. He was a beloved husband, dad, and grandpa. Ken was a veteran of the Vietnam War and a member of the United States Air Force for 23 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years Diane Reynolds; mother Virginia Ramey; sister Glenda Armes; children Jason Reynolds, Jennifer Roupp, and Kenny Reynolds; daughter-in-law Nicole Reynolds; son-in-law Sheldon Roupp; grandchildren Sean Croke, Savahna Croke, Austin Croke, Ryan Croke, and Ayva Roupp; niece Rhonda Bateman; and many loving family and friends. Ken is at peace now, but he will be greatly missed. Services will be held at Blount & Curry Funeral Home-Carrollwood, 3207 W. Bearss Avenue, on Monday December 27, 2010. There will be a gathering from 2-3 pm. The gathering will be followed by a memorial service with military honors at 3 pm. Words
of comfort may be expressed at www.blountcurry.com Published
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Nolen Bryant Reynolds Jr Scaly Mtn -Nolen Bryant Reynolds Jr., 83, passed away March 21, 2012, after a long illness. Born in Laurel, Mississippi, he was the son of Nolen Bryant Reynolds Sr. and Dorothy Jones, both deceased. Dorothy Jones was descended from prominent Massachusetts familiesdating to the first settlers of New England. Her family had a long history in Newport, Rhode Island. He is predeceased by his wife, Mildred (Mickie) Ledbetter Reynolds, who descended from the Pierce, McNair, and Hooks families of Alabama, Georgia, and North Carolina. He was also predeceased by his sister, Barbara Lee Porter, and his two sons, Michael Dean Reynolds, of Florida, and Stanley Miles Reynolds, of Dillard, Georgia. He is survived by a daughter, Debra A. Ferrara of Chesapeake Virginia, and grandson Jason Ferrara, of Chesapeake. He is also survived by the children of Stanley Miles Reynolds, Stephanie, Jessica, and Julee Reynolds, and great-grandchildren Jacarra, De’Vonta, and Sierra. Mr. Reynolds was an intelligent and interesting man, who worked for the NASA space program in the 1960’s, and retired from Electric Boat in Groton, Connecticut to Scaly Mountain, North Carolina, with his wife Mickie, to enjoy his many hobbies, including woodworking and model shipbuilding. Bryant-Grant
Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Stanley Reynolds Dillard, GA - Stanley Reynolds, age 54, passed away in his sleep on Wednesday, February 16, 2011, at his home in Dillard, GA. He is survived by his father, Nolan Bryant Reynolds and his sister, Debra Ferrara of Virginia; three daughters, Stephanie and Jessica Reynolds of Groton, CT and Julee Reynolds and husband Casey Woodall of Clayton, GA and a nephew, Jason Ferrara of Virginia. Three grandchildren, DeVonta Robinson and Jacarra Ward of Groton, CT and Sierra Woodall of Clayton, GA, also survive. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mildred Reynolds and a brother, Michael Reynolds. At this time, no services are planned. Bryant-Grant
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Coburn Lewis Rice Franklin, NC - Coburn Lewis Rice, age 75, of John Tallent Road, Franklin, NC passed away Saturday, May 21, 2011 at his residence. Born May 21, 1936, he was a lifelong resident of Macon County. He was the son of the late Lem Garvison Rice and Bertha Mae Welch Rice. He attended the Followers of Christ Church. Coburn was retired from Belden Electric Cord Products with 23 yrs. service and later worked in the Forest Service Older Americans program for 11 yrs. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He liked spending time with his grandchildren, squirrel hunting, gardening and yard work. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mildred Katherine Tallent Rice, two daughters Teresa Laws and Debra Gribble and husband Jacob, of Franklin, two sisters, Janet Walker of Franklin and Leona Ruszkowski of Flint, Mich; four grandchildren, Jamie Laws, Shane Laws, Alisha and Tristan Ammons, two great-grandchildren Dominik and Brooklyn Frantz and a number of nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Virgil and Paul Rice Sr. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 24 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Richard Gasser and Scott Hamilton officiating. . Burial will be held at Iotla Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Don Pederson, Steve Wilson, Carroll, Clarence, and Rick Tallent, and Bryson Hodgins. The family will receive friends from 12:00 to 2:00 PM at the funeral home prior to the service. Memorial donations may be made to Angel Hospice. Bryant-Grant
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Tim Lakey Rice Franklin, NC - Tim Lakey Rice, age 96, of Pickens, SC, formerly of Franklin, passed away Thursday, November 22, 2012. She was born in Macon County, the daughter of the late William Joseph Lakey and Maggie Green Lakey. She was a homemaker, and a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. She loved to cook pound cakes and read her Bible. She also liked gardening and growing flowers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Div Rice, daughter, Gladys Sewell, sisters, Julie Vanhook and Mary Houston, and three step-sons, LeRoy Rice, Cecil Glenn Rice and Ward Cleveland Rice. She is survived by two daughters, Helen Long of Easley, SC and Mary Ann Rogers and husband Alex of Cashiers Valley, NC; two sons, Earl Rice and wife Shirley of Pickens, SC and John Rice and wife Patricia of Stanley, NC; step-son, James Loy Rice of Burlington, NC; seventeen grandchildren, thirty-five great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be held Sunday, November 25, 2012 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, with Rev. Billy Rice and Rev. Van Long officiating. Burial will be in Riverview Methodist Cemetery. Pallbearers will be David English, Bill Houston, Scott White, Jeff Rice, Eddie Rice, Chance Raxter, Joseph Long, and Gregg Hayes. The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 pm, Sunday, one hour prior to the service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Bryant-Grant
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Nora V. Richards Franklin,
NC - Nora V. Richards, age 82, of Wiley Brown Road, Franklin, NC
passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at her residence. She was born
in Flint, Michigan, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs Otis Sprague.
She was married to William H. Richards who passed away in October
2004. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Francis of Assisi
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Elizabeth "Betty" Ray Richardson Franklin, NC
- Elizabeth "Betty" Ray Richardson, age 84, of Franklin,
NC passed away Tuesday, August 28, 2012. Born in Mecklenburg County,
she was the daughter of the late James Bryan and Bessie Myers Ray.
She was an office clerk for Allstate Insurance. She attended Mt.
Harmony Baptist Church. Mrs. Richardson
is survived by two sons, Steven D. Richardson and wife Peggy of
St. Louis, MO and David W. Richardson and wife Karen of Gastonia,
NC; one sister, Helen Ray of Franklin, NC, four grandchildren and
three great grandchildren. The family will
receive friends Friday, August 31, 2012 from 1:00 until 3:00 pm
at Bryant Grant Funeral Home. Private graveside services will be
held later. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to
UNCC Botanical Gardens, c/o Sharon Green, 9201 University City Blvd.,
Charlotte, NC 28223. Bryant-Grant
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Dorothy Augusta Rice Riddle Cashiers, NC - Dorothy Augusta Rice Riddle, age 76, of Highlands, NC passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2010 at a Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. She was born in Jackson County, NC the daughter of the late Barney A. and Rosa Kelley Rice. She was a homemaker and she loved gardening and canning. She was member of Heady Mountain Baptist Church. She is survived by her three daughters, Joan Fisher of Lake Toxaway, NC, Rachel Middleton of Lake Toxaway, NC and Darla McCall of Cashiers, NC; her two sons, Randy Lyday and Teresa of Sapphire, NC and Maverick Riddle of Cashiers, NC; three brothers, Doyle Rice of Cashiers, NC, Oliver Rice of Pine Mtn., GA, and Freeman Rice of Ellijay, GA. Eleven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Ella Mae Franks and Pearl Geneva Rice and three brothers, Ray, Marvin and Ford Rice. Funeral services will be held Friday, April 2 at 2:00PM at Heady Mtn. Baptist Church with Rev. Johnny Norris and Rev. Berlis Powell officiating. Andy Franks, Mitchell Rice, Dylan Hampton, Wayne Rice, Coly Lyday and Brandon Queen will serve as pallbearers. Burial will be held at White Water Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday 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 service. Bryant-Grant
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Larry Richard Ringle Franklin, NC - Larry Richard Ringle, age 83, of Brookwood Drive, Franklin, NC passed away Sunday, May 8, 2011 at Fidelia-Eckerd Living Center. He was born in Allen County, IN, the son of the late Bernard J. Ringle and Mary Lou DeLaGrange. He was married to Betty Dailey Ringle who passed away in 2008. He was a real estate broker, worked in mobile home sales and auto sales. He was a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather and he loved boating. He was a very active member of Hickory Knoll United Methodist Church where he served on several boards. He is survived by his son, Tom Ringle and his wife, Marcia of Franklin, NC; his granddaughter, Tammy Ringle Duke and her husband, Jeremy of Franklin, NC and a great-granddaughter, Emilee Duke. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 11, at 11:00AM at Hickory Knoll United Methodist Church with Rev. Paul Sears officiating. Burial will be held at the Church cemetery. Larry Morr, Dick Morr, Warren Hamman, Jeremy Duke, Jim Bell and Rick Ballew will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends, Tuesday, May 10 from 6:00-8:00PM at Bryant -Grant Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Hickory Knoll United Methodist Church, c/o Debbie Smith, 546 S. Tryphosa Road, Otto, NC 28763 or to Fidelia Eckerd Living Center, PO Box 190, Highlands, NC 28741. Bryant-Grant
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Larry William Rish Franklin, NC - Larry William Rish, 52, of the Corbin Cove area of Franklin went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 18, 2008, after a battle with cancer. He was a member of Victory Baptist Church on Cowee Mountain. He was preceded in death by his mother - Virginia Rish. He is survived by his father B. C. Rish of Sylva, his wife of 21 years, Margaret Munger Rish, 3 children, James, Anna and Virginia, one brother, Bruce Rish and wife, Aletha of Sylva, 2 sisters, Mary Alice Hill and her husband, Lee of Sylva and Jennifer Rish of New York City and several nieces and nephews. He loved his family, friends and life in general and never knew a bad day. He was born in Bryson City and lived in Swain, Jackson, and Macon Counties. He was a carpenter by trade and built houses in Western North Carolina for over 27 years. Through his job, hunting, fishing, camping and ginseng hunting, he enjoyed spending most of his entire life outdoors. Visitation will be held at the Victory Baptist Church on Cowee Mountain between the hours of 6:00 and 8:00pm on Friday, December 19. The funeral service will also be held at the Victory Baptist Church at 2:00pm on Saturday, December 20. The funeral will be conducted by Revs. Benny Bagwell and Ed Frampton. Burial will be at the Woody Cemetery in Bryson City. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Webb, David McMahan, James Monteith, Blair Potter, Bill Baird and Gary Coley. It is requested that in lieu of flowers, donations in Larry’s memory may be made to the building fund of the Victory Baptist Church, 278 Victory Church Road, Sylva, NC 28779. Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email. |
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Halen Roane Franklin, NC - Halen Wilford Roane, age 84, of Maidens Chapel Road, Franklin, NC, passed away Monday, September 2, 2008 at his residence. He was a native of Macon County, the son of the late Frank and Carrie Kimsey Roane. He was retired from NC Department of Transportation where he worked as a heavy equipment operator. He was a member of Cartoogechaye Baptist Church, and he loved working outdoors. He is survived by his wife of fifty years, Patricia Cope Roane; two daughters, Sherry Roane of Asheville, NC and Carol Roane Childress and her husband Jeff of Charlotte, NC; four brothers, William Roane of Oregon, Sam Roane of Springfield, Oregon, Earl Roane of Florence, Oregon, and Don Roane of Cleveland, GA; five grandchildren, Nathan Roane Elllis, Kemzey Lea Ellis, Taylor Childress, Haley Childress, and Kylie Childress; a number of nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Kate Manfredi and a brother, Gene Roane. Funeral services will be held Friday, Sept. 5th at 11:00am at Cartoogechaye Baptist Church, with Rev. Carson Gibson and Rev. Sherron Geiger officiating. Burial will be at Maidens Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00pm Thursday evening at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email. |
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Andrew Calhoun "Pete" Robinson Atlanta / Highlands
- On Wednesday, July 30, 2008, after a long and truly courageous
battle with Pete is survived by his son, daughter-in-law, and beloved grandson: Andrew C. Robinson, Jr, Carrie Robinson, and Andrew Calhoun Robinson III of Nashville, TN; his sister, Mary Guy Gunn; brother and sister-in-law, Roby Robinson III and Olive Wilson Robinson of Milton, GA; numerous cousins, nephews and nieces. Pete was preceded in death by his parents, Louise Calhoun Robinson and Roby Robinson, Jr., victims of the Orly air tragedy in France on June 3, 1962. Born on October 6, 1944, Pete was a third generation Atlantan and the fourth generation of his family to serve in the United States Navy. The family is grateful for the loving attention and comfort provided Pete by his long-time friends, Ms. Judith Thomas and Mr. Bob Tabaka of Atlanta, and Ms. Jane Stuckey Jelicic of Dallas, TX. A memorial Mass will be held at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 4465 Northside Drive, Atlanta, 30327, at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, August 6, 2008. The family will receive friends immediately after the service. In lieu of flowers the family acknowledges the caring and sensitivity of Highlands-Cashiers Hospice and requests memorial contributions be made to Highlands-Cashiers Hospice, P.O. Box 190, Highlands, NC. , 28741. Arrangements by Cremation Society of the SOUTH in Marietta 770-420-5557. Published as a courtesy of Bryant Grant Funeral Home.
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Cora Mae Rogers Franklin, NC - Cora Mae Rogers, age 75, of River Road, Franklin, NC, passed away Friday, April 24, 2009 at her residence. She was a native of Graham County, NC, the daughter of the late Pearley Cable. She was a stenographer for a law firm, and was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Kenneth F. Rogers; three sons, Brent Rogers and Tammy Hancock, Evron Rogers and his wife Cheryl, and Rick Rogers and his wife Diane all of Franklin, NC; three grandchildren, Jimmy, Joel and Eric Rogers. Graveside services were held Saturday, April 25th at 1:00pm at Pine Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, with Rev. John Rogers officiating. Bryant-Grant
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Thurman Franklin Rogers Franklin, NC - Thurman Franklin Rogers, age 87, of Candler, NC, passed away Monday, August 16, 2010 at John F. Keever Solace Center in Asheville, NC. He was a native of Rabun County, GA, the son of the late William T. and Ora Rhodes Rogers. He was married to the late Betty Howell Rogers, who passed away in 2008. He was a US Army Veteran of World War II. He was a loving father and grandfather and avid hunter and gardener. He is survived by three daughters, Helen Taylor and husband Roy, Shirley Buckner and Kathy Mashburn and husband Mike all of Candler, NC; six grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren also survive. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son, Jerry Thurman Rogers, four sisters and five brothers. Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 19th at 3:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, with Rev. Ken Mashburn and Dr. Keith Hutchinson officiating. Burial will be in Wright Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 3:00 pm, one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to John F. Keever Solace Center, PO Box 5779, Asheville, NC 28813. Bryant-Grant
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Velzie H. Rogers Satolah, GA and Highlands, NC - Velzie H. Rogers, age 91, of Satolah, GA, passed away Thursday, April 2, 2009 at a Highlands-Cashiers Care Center. Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 4 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00PM Friday, April 3 at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands. Burial will be held in the Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery. Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email.
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David A. Rohrer Highlands, NC - David A. Rohrer, age 82, of Highlands, NC passed away Tuesday, August 16, 2011. He was born in Geary County, Kansas, the son of the late Harold A. Rohrer and Helen Whitehair Rohrer. He was a retired Colonel in the U.S. Army, serving 27 years, including time during WWII and the Korean Conflict. He worked as an engineer for John Deere and Prime Mover. Later, he became known as ‘The Weaver’ in Highlands, and produced elegant, artisan handwoven fabrics. He was a member of the Rotary Highlands Club and the WNC Civil War Round Table. Colonel Rohrer also served on the boards of the Highlands Chamber of Commerce, the Zoning Board and the Hudson Library; and delivered Meals on Wheels for ten years. He was active in Our Lady of the Mountains church. Colonel Rohrer is survived by his wife of 58 years, Marjorie Moon Rohrer; four daughters: Theresa Anne Jehlik and husband Richard of Omaha, NE, Jennifer Rohrer Rodriguez and husband Joseph of Marietta, GA, Catherine Lynn Hahn and husband Frank of Muscatine, IA and Jeanne Marie Carlson and husband Lyle of O’Fallon, MO; two sons: Richard Floyd Rohrer and wife Patricia of Kerrville, TX and Karl Andre Rohrer and wife Christine of Vienna, VA; one sister: Ruth Johnson of Albuquerque, NM; one brother: Hugh Rohrer of Naples, FL. Eight grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am. Saturday, August 20 at Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church. The family will receive friends Friday, August 19 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home in Highlands, NC. Bryant-Grant
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James
Ivan "Jim" Roland Jr.
Shelby NC - James Ivan "Jim" Roland Jr., 67, of Shelby, N.C., went home to be with his Lord on March 6, 2010, at Hospice Cleveland County. Jim was born Dec. 14, 1942 in Franklin to James I. Sr., and Florence Virginia Henson Roland. His parents, upon recognizing that God had given Jim a special talent, moved to Raleigh when he was in the fourth grade so he could become involved in organized little league baseball. Upon graduation from Broughton High School, Jim was drafted by the Minnesota Twins in 1962. He spent 10 years in professional baseball as a pitcher for Minnesota, Oakland A's, New York Yankees, and Texas Rangers. During his professional career, Jim lived out Ecclesiastes 9:10, "Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might." Upon completion of a professional baseball career, Jim became a sales consultant for sporting goods. His business career allowed him to be involved in what he loved and the opportunity to share his Christian witness with coaches and young athletes across the Southeast. He retired from E.C. Frazier & Associates, Inc. in January 2010. Jim was a member of Elizabeth Baptist Church and the Joyce Roberts Sunday School class. He is best remembered for his love of others, his generosity, and his compassion toward those in need. Jim's witness was truly demonstrated this past year as he fought a courageous battle with cancer. As Jim finished his game of life, he entered through the gates of his eternal home and was most certainly greeted with the words, "Well done thy good and faithful servant." Jim is survived by wife, Vicki W. Roland of the home; son, James I. (Jimmy) Roland III, Winter Garden, Fla.; three daughters: Jan R. Heckman (Mike), and Lori R. Swope (James), both of Winter Garden, and Megan R. Torgerson (Bill), Stratford, Conn.; stepson, Chad F. Spangler (Carmen), Augusta, Ga.; brother, George Gary Roland of Franklin; mother-in-law, Grace P. Whiten, Gaffney, S.C.; 11 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, March 10, at Elizabeth Baptist church with Dr. Rit Varriale, Dr. Danny West, Dr. Wayne Brown, and Dr. Alice Cullinan officiating. Family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery on College Dr., Gaffney, S.C., on Tuesday, March 9, at 1 p.m. with Dr. Rit Varriale and Mr. Guy Duvall officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Diversified Ministries, P.O. Box 70777, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572. Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family. Guest registry is available at http://www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com/Condolences.html |
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Larry D. Roper Franklin - Larry David Roper, 47, of Southwick Avenue, Clayton, NC went to be with the Lord Saturday, June 21, 2008, after a period of declining health. He grew up in the community of Burningtown and was the son of JD and Dorothy Jean Roper. He was a 1979 Graduate of Franklin High School and received his B.S. in Agriculture from Berea College, KY. During his professional career he worked for the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service in Robbinsville, Driver for UPS, and was currently working in Raleigh with Carolina Landscape. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Linda Jones Roper and son, Jacob of the home; brothers Randy and John Roper, sisters Connie Underwood, Debbie Sullivan, and Kim Nowak, all of Franklin. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, June 23, 2008, at 2:30 PM at Cowee Baptist Church with Rev. Lloyd Fish officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mike Arnold, Benny Reynolds, James Greenwood, Joe Breedlove, Paul Crouch and Ron Gentry. The family will receive friends on Monday, June, 23, 2008 at 1:30 PM until the time of service at Cowee Baptist Church. A memorial service will be held in Raleigh at Samaria Baptist Church, 3621 Poole Road, on Sunday, June 29, 2008 at 3:00 PM. Memorial Contributions in Larry's memory may be sent to Community Home Care And Hospice, P.O. Box 8109, Rocky Mount, NC, 27804, or to Cowee Baptist Church Building Fund, 3301 Bryson City Road, Franklin, NC, 28734. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email. |
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Lillie Roper Bryant Franklin, NC - Lillie Roper Bryant, age 88, of Franklin, NC passed away Friday, January 6, 2011. Born in Macon County, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence P. and Carrie Tallent Roper. She was married to Marvin Dewitt Bryant who passed away April 6, 2010. She was a homemaker and a member of Oak Dale Baptist Church. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Lillie is survived by two sons, Paul Higdon and wife Linda and Bill Higdon and wife Linda all of Franklin, NC and three sisters, Alene Higdon, Louise Williamson and Ethel Ammons all of Franklin, NC. Four grandchildren, Christa Ledford, Heather Gibson, Lauren Shuler and Justin Higdon, and five great-grandchildren, Blake, Clay and Lexy Gibson, Mallie and Sarah Ledford also survive. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Betty Ann Raby; two sisters, Marie Dayton and Ruby Reeves and two brothers, Roby and Harvey Roper. Funeral services will be held Sunday, January 8, 2012 at 3:00 PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Guy Duvall and Rev. John Raby officiating. Burial will be in Roper Family Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Justin Higdon, Bobby Ledford, Mike Gibson, Ben West, Eddie Raby, David Bryant, Charles Higdon and Roger Guest. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2:00 - 3:00 PM, one hour prior to the service, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Oak Dale Baptist Church, 5650 Upper Burningtown Rd., Franklin, NC 28734. Bryant-Grant
Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.Online condolences
are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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R. L Roper Franklin, NC - R L Roper, age 82, of Windy Gap Road, Franklin, NC passed away Saturday, July 31, 2010 at a local hospital. He was a native of Macon County, the son of the late Cling and Clemmie Rosetta Rowland Roper. He worked at the Lang Company and was a butcher for Oscar Ledford. He was a member of Windy Gap Baptist Church. He loved gardening, mowing grass, and cutting wood.He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Willie Mae Griffin Roper; one son, Ronnie Roper and his wife Loretta; four grandchildren; Krystal, Kasey, Troy, and Kaitlyn Roper; One Brother C. B. Roper of Franklin, NC He Was preceded in death by four sisters, Bertha Stewart, Cora Queen and a half-sister, Ethel Welch and Maude Queen; brothers Shirley Darrell Roper, and half brothers, Carol Roper , Bronce Roper, T C Roper and Dalton Rowland.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday August 4, 2010 at 2:00 PM at Windy Gap Baptist Church with the Revs. Mark Bishop, Johnny Raby, and John Roper. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 PM Tuesday August 3, 2010 at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Troy and Michael Roper, Bobby Peek, Bryan Browning, Mark Holland. Honorary pallbearers will be James Teem, Harley Potts, Edgar Younce, and Danny Rogers. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Bryant-Grant
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Betty Jane Gentile Ross Highlands NC - Betty Jane Gentile Ross, 87, of Highlands, NC passed away Friday, December 2, 2011 after a short stay in Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. She was born October 15, 1924 in Sewickley, PA, and grew up in Negley and East Palestine, Ohio. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Grace Harte Gentile and a 1942 graduate of East Palestine High School. Betty was married to the late Henry Ross for 49 years and traveled widely with him during his 40-year career at Delta Air Lines. She was a homemaker and a pre-school teacher for 14 years at East Point (GA) Presbyterian Church. Betty later married the late Walton Smith of Clarksville, TN. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Highlands and also a former member of East Point Presbyterian Church and Northwest Presbyterian Church. She was a member of Highlands Country Club for 28 years and a former member of the East Point Garden Club. She will be remembered for her vivacious spirit, devotion to family, love of animals and reading, and always being in favor of having a good time with friends and relatives. Surviving is one daughter, Paula Ross Derrick and husband Kirby of Glencoe, AL, two sons David H. Ross and wife Olga Mary Ross of Kennesaw, GA, and Henry "Hank" Ross and wife Cathy McIntyre-Ross of Highlands, NC, one sister Jean Beale of Miami, FL., a sister-in-law and brother-in-law Rose Castiglioni and Francis Ross of East Palestine, Ohio, special niece Connie Hays Parish, Peachtree City, GA, three stepchilden: Mary Milam Jenkins,Walton Smith, Jr., and Corrine Smith. Four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren also survive. Memorial services will be held Saturday, December 10, 2011 at 2:00 PM at the First Presbyterian Church of Highlands with Rev. Dr. Don Mullen officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Hudson Library, P.O. Box 430, Highlands, NC 28741. Bryant-Grant
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Priscilla Ann Roulston Dillard, Ga - Priscilla Ann Roulston, nine day old daughter of Joseph Roulston and Palmer Lowery died Friday November 19, 2010 in Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. She is survived in addition to her mother and father by one sister Arabella Swofford and two brothers Campbell Swofford and Hayden Swofford all of the home; maternal grandparentsr Shay and Jay Connors of Vero Beach, FL; paternal grandparents Cindy Roulston and great-grandmother Charlotte Roulston. Graveside services will be held at 1:00pm Tuesday, November 23, 2010 at Woodlawn Cemetery with Rev. Paul Christy officiating. In
lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the SIDS Program, NC Department
of Health and Human Services, 1330 St. Mary’s Street, PO Box
29597, Raleigh , NC 27626-0597. Bryant-Grant
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Daniel Alan Rouse Franklin, NC - Daniel Alan Rouse, age 29, of Franklin, NC passed away Wednesday, March 21, 2012 in Franklin. Born in Wake Co., NC, he was the son of Darrell and Julia Kidwell Rouse. In addition to his parents, Daniel is survived by two sisters, Anna Robinson, Amy Jon Rouse and four nieces. Graveside services will be held in Raleigh, NC. Bryant-Grant
Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Caroll Henry Rowland Franklin, NC - Carol Henry Rowland, age 88, went to be with the Lord, Monday, June 15, 2009. He was a lifelong native of Macon County, the son of the late Clemmie Rowland Roper. He wa a school bus driver for the Macon County and Nantahala Headstart program and worked for the Macon Program for Progress. He farmed, worked in a cotton mill, was a woodcrafter and enjoyed building birdhouse’s. He was a member of the Oakdale Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Mary Bell Raby Rowland, two sons, Henry Cecil Rowland and James Curley Rowland both of Franklin, NC; two half-brothers, C B Roper and R L Roper both of Franklin, NC. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Peggy Carolyn Rowland; two half sisters, Cora Queen and Bertha Stewart; one brother, Dalton Rowland and a half brother, Shirley Roper. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 18 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Guy Duvall officiating. Burial wil be at Burningtown Baptist Church Cemetery. Paul Higdon, Bill Queen, Mike Roper, Ronnie Roper, Larry Raby, Freddie Raby and Eddie Raby will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends Thursday, June 18 from 12:00-2:00PM, two hours prior to the service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online
condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com
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Mary Bell Raby Rowland Franklin, NC - Mary Bell Raby Rowland, age 86, of Ray Creek Road, Franklin, NC, passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2009 at her residence. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late Charles and Ella Reeves Raby. She was a homemaker and a member of Oakdale Baptist Church. She was married to the late Carol Henry Rowland, who passed away June 15, 2009. She is survived by two sons, Henry Cecil Rowland and James Curley Rowland both of Franklin, NC; four sisters, Ellen Ray of Franklin, NC, Thelma Welch of Kingsport, TN, Grace Maxwell of Danville, Virginia and Kathy James of Florida, a number of nieces and nephews also survive. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Peggy Carolyn Rowland, brothers, Austin, Garman, Sam, Joe and Cecil Raby, sisters, Kate Tallent, Lola Mae Rowland, Ann Jackson, Oma Rick and Fannie Burrell. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 24th at 2:00pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, with Rev. Guy Duvall officiating. Burial will be at Burningtown Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paul Higdon, Mike Roper, Freddie Raby, Eddie Raby, Bert Raby, Larry Raby, Dana Welch, Bill Queen and Ronnie Roper. The family will receive friends from 12:00 till 2:00pm Saturday, two hours prior to the service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Oak Dale Baptist Church, c/o Linda Higdon, 5650 Upper Burningtown Road, Franklin, NC 28734. Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com Bryant-Grant
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Eugenie Claire DeFraites "Genie" Roy Franklin - Eugenie Claire DeFraites "Genie" Roy, age 86, parishioner of St. Francis of Assissi Catholic Church, passed away the 14th day of December, 2008, at her home in Franklin, North Carolina. Mrs. Roy was preceded in death by her parents, Isabelle Johnson Defraites and Joseph Mabin Defraites and her husband of 41 years, Raymond Leo Roy. She will be greatly missed by her children, Charlotte Roy Galliand and David Roy of Franklin, North Carolina, Mary Roy Sanderson of Seneca, South Carolina, Janis Roy Wilken and Gerard Roy of Harahan, Louisiana, Norman Roy Simoneaux of Independence, Louisiana, Dana Roy Sherlock of Slidell, Louisiana and Raye Lynn Roy Fredrick of River Ridge, Louisiana. Genie is survived by sons-in-law Clarence Sanderson, Keith Simoneaux, Nicholas Sherlock Sr. and Frank Fredrick; 17 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Julia DeFraites Charlet and sister-in-law Beverly DeFraites. Mrs. Roy retired to Franklin in 1984, from her position with the Claims Division of the United States Federal Government. Online condolences are available by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email. |
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Helen Veronica Rugg Franklin, NC - Helen Veronica Rugg, age 90, of Franklin, NC passed away Saturday, March 17, 2012. Born in Buffalo, NY she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Veronica Perlinger. She was married to the late Edward F. Rugg. Helen was a homemaker; a "western" square dancer performing all over the country; she loved bowling, cooking, reading and making ceramics. She was a wonderful Mom. She is survived by one daughter Holly Lynn Rugg and her husband Nicholas of Franklin, NC and two grandchildren, Lindsey and Kristin. In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by a son, Randy Rugg. No services are planned at this time. Memorial donations may be made to Macon County Humane Society, PO Box 81, Franklin, NC 28744. Bryant-Grant
Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Elma Jennings Russell Franklin, NC - Elma Jennings Russell, age 103, of Russell Cove Road, Franklin, NC, passed away Monday, April 12, 2010 in a local nursing home. She was a native of Macon County, the daughter of the late John Thomas Jennings and Sara Leona Angel Jennings. She was married to the late Ruben Pritchard Russell. She had worked as a sales clerk and at Western Carolina University, and was Cafeteria Manager at Cullasaja School. She was a member of Cullasaja First Assembly of God Church. She was preceded in death by two sons, Charles Russell and John Russell and a stillborn baby. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Mae Shook and her husband Troy. She is survived by a granddaughter, Charlene Elaine Russell, two grandsons, Charles Edward Russell, II, of Cullasaja and James Michael Russell of Syracruse, NY; a former daughter-in-law, Jane Ernst, two great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 17th at 4:00pm in the Chapel of Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, with Rev. John Raby officiating. Burial will be in Bethel United Methodist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Bruce Hedden, Doug Ledford, John Holland, Milas Gregory, Max Holland, and Scott Lohr. Honorary pallbearers will be Charles Russell and James Russell. The family will receive friends from 3:00 to 4:00pm Saturday, one hour prior to the service at Bryant-Grant Funeral Home. The family would like to thank Debra Strum and all the staff at Grandview Manor Nursing Home. Bryant-Grant
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Vicki Ann Rutter Highlands, NC - Vicki Ann Rutter, age 56, of Highlands, NC passed away Monday, July 23, 2012. Born in Macon County, she was the daughter of the late Mickey Ward and Hester Cowart and lived in Commerce, GA for most of her life. Mrs. Rutter
is survived by one son, Kip Rutter and wife Sarah of Highlands,
NC; three sisters, Pam Morgan of Madison, GA and Judy and Jill Willis
both of Commerce, GA; four brothers, Ronnie Cowart of Hull, GA,
Mike and Robbie Willis and Butch Cowart all of Commerce, GA and
four grandchildren, Triston Rutter, Nathan Keener, Cooper Hall and
Lillian Rutter. A memorial service
will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations
may be made the the charity of one's choice. Bryant-Grant
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