Apr 2, 2018

Vellamae Hicks Potts, 95, of Highlands passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2018. Born in Rabun County, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Joe and Samantha Ridley Hicks. She was married to John S. Potts who preceded her in death in 1999.

Mrs. Potts was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a wonderful cook...

Mar 31, 2018

Jane Lantz Brannon, 92, of Charles Town, WV, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2018 at her home.

Graveside services will be held at Mount Zion Cemetery in Franklin, NC on April 21, 2018 at 11:00am.  Reverend Kevin Chapman of Prentiss Church of God will officiate. Bryant Grant Funeral Home is handling the funeral arrangements.  A private...

Mar 31, 2018

Nona Paralee Poindexter Reese, 100, passed away March 31, 2018.

Mrs. Nona was born in Macon County October 3, 1917 to the late James Albert Poindexter and Lula Mae Ledford Poindexter. She was married to the late William Howard Reese who preceded her in May of 1990.

Mrs. Nona was a member of the Satulah...

Mar 28, 2018

John Gibson Murray, Jr. of Charlotte, North Carolina, died March 28, 2018 at Carolinas Medical Center.  He was 65.

The eldest son of the late John Gibson “Speck” Murray and Anne Ray Murray, John was born January 10, 1953 in Franklin, North Carolina.  An Eagle Scout, he graduated from Franklin High School, from Wingate College, and from...

Mar 24, 2018

William L. “Bill” Reynolds, Jr. of Highlands, NC, age 89, passed away on March 24, 2018. He is survived by wife, Elaine Westphal Reynolds of Highlands and sons Charles K. Reynolds and wife Christine of Franklin, NC, William H. Reynolds of Marietta, GA, Frank Andrew Reynolds and wife Lori of Marietta, GA, daughter Marni Rose Reynolds of Minneapolis, MN,...

Mar 18, 2018

John Hammond Griffith, 82, of Glenville passed away Sunday, March 18, 2018. He was born in Washington, DC, the son of the late John Hammond and Hazel Jaynes Griffith.

Mr. Griffith was a veteran of the U. S. Army. He was an engineer and was a member of Grace Community Church in Cashiers.

Survivors include...

Mar 10, 2018

James "Sam" Myers, November 26, 1950 ‑ March 10, 2018, was born in Wilcox County, Georgia to the late Jim and Eloween Stubbs Myers.

He was an auto mechanic and he loved to make people laugh and be happy.

Survivors include his companion of 18 years, Meredith Lakes; a daughter, Jamie Myers of Clyde; a...

Mar 9, 2018

Elizabeth Russell McCall, 83, of Leesburg, Florida, formerly of Highlands, NC, passed away Friday, March 9, 2018. Born in Macon County, she was the daughter of the late James Russell and Martha Munger Russell. She was married to Willis G. McCall, Sr. who preceded her in death December, 1999.

Mrs. McCall was employed by the Lake County...

Mar 8, 2018

Frank D. R. Corpening, 85, of Franklin, NC, passed away Thursday, March 8, 2018.  He was born in Macon County, the son of the late William Robert Corpening and Myrtle Lewis Corpening.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ruth Corpening who died in 2008.  He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.  Mr. Corpening was a...

Mar 6, 2018

Helen Browning Reece, 95, of Bryson City went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, March 6, 2018. A native of Swain County, she was the daughter of the late John Franklin and Etta Bradley Browning. She attended  Arlington Baptist Church and was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church.  In addition ,she was a school teacher and taught...

Mar 5, 2018

Robin Marie Ehrenkaufer, 64, of Franklin, NC, passed away Monday, March 5, 2018.  She was born in Toledo, Ohio, the daughter of Norma Gene (Gustin) Spencer of Franklin, NC and the late Andrew Long.  Robin loved her family, especially her grandchildren and great‑grandchildren.  She loved people and loved gardening and canning to give it away to those in need. ...

Mar 4, 2018

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Thomas Marion Ammons, 82, passed away Sunday, March 4, 2018. Mr. Thomas was born in Macon County April 26, 1935 to the late Gordon and Sadie Cabe Ammons. He was a U.S. Army veteran; Mr. Ammons was a member of the Clark’s Chapel United Methodist Church and a member of the Clark’s Chapel Volunteer Fire...

Feb 23, 2018

Lisa T. Crowe, 59, of Highlands, North Carolina died on February 23, 2018 at her home. She was the daughter of the late John and Virginia and Mae Tucker.  Mimi had a heart of gold and a laughter that could make anyone smile.  She was a friend to anyone that met her.  She was a hard worker who loved...

Feb 19, 2018

Jack Edward Cheek, 75, of Franklin, NC, went to be with the Lord, Monday, February 19, 2018.  He was born in Macon County,  the son of the late William Oliver Cheek and Jane Sorrells Cheek.  In his quiet world he liked to watch westerns and army movies.  Jack loved the Lord and loved Church when he was able to...

Feb 18, 2018

Olivia Taylor Morrow – a strong, smart, principled woman.  She believed a person’s worth was in their character. Her life was lived honorably; she took care of her children and her extended family, she was loyal, faithful and honest.  Olivia’s nursing background was a help to everyone.

Olivia will be remembered for her 30 years with the...

Feb 16, 2018

Mrs. Anna Jean (Allen) Duvall, 85, formerly of Macon County, North Carolina went home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 16, 2018. She was loved for her cheerful, generous, and loving spirit. She is survived by her husband, Harry Duvall; two sons, Raymond Duvall (Charlotte) and Roger Duvall (Malinda); five grandchildren, Nathan, Anna, Catherine, Rachel, and...

Feb 14, 2018

Larry Lon Ammons, age 75, of Franklin, NC, passed away Wednesday, February 14, 2018.  He was born in Macon County, the son of the late Gordon and Sadie Cabe Ammons.  Larry loved to hunt, fish and watch TV.  He was a farmer alongside of his family and was of the Methodist faith.

He is survived by two...

Feb 12, 2018

Charlotte’s work on this earth is done.  A good friend, neighbor and faithful servant now enjoying a reunion with family, friends and furry ones, especially Ben.  She had a full life, which included marrying the love of her life, Charles Richard Wood.  Together they raised four boys, traveled and tried to never miss a Clemson football game.  Charlotte was...

Feb 8, 2018

Alma Penland Tallent Young, 94, of Franklin, passed away Thursday, February 8, 2018 after a short illness and stay at Macon Valley Rehab/Nursing Facility.  Originally from Highlands, she was the daughter of the late Adin and Mattie Keener Penland.  She was preceded in death by siblings George Penland, James (Jimmie) Penland, Claude Penland, Clara Lloyd, Ona Wilson, and Hettie...

Feb 3, 2018

On February 4th 2018, Becky Ford Brazier passed away in her home in Franklin, North Carolina after a brief bout with cancer.  She was surrounded by her loving family at the time of her death.  Born in Springfield Illinois on August 14th, 1950, she moved at a young age to Pickens South Carolina, where she met her future husband...