Neil Frank Oviak

Oct 30, 2024

Neil Frank Oviak, 82, of Franklin, NC passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024. He was born June 4, 1942, in Michigan to the late Frank and Margaret Odgers Oviak.

During his lifetime Neil worked for the federal government. For those who knew him more recently, he is remembered as one who loved the outdoors, hiking, and studying...

Johnny David Myers

Oct 28, 2024

Mr. Johnny David Myers, 80, of Franklin, NC passed away Monday, October 28, 2024.

Johnny was born January 12, 1944, in Franklin, NC to the late James C. and Lillie Meadows Myers.

Johnny is survived by three children, David (Paula), Jennifer (Tony) and Thomas (Brittani); three grandchildren, Brady (Lexia), Erica (Chandler) and Abbigale; one great-grandchild,...

Frances Gertrude (Vinson) Bantum

Oct 27, 2024

Frances Gertrude Vinson Bantum, 80, of Highlands, NC, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024.

She was born October 5, 1944, in Macon County, NC to the late Ralph Furman Vinson and Effie Irene McClure Vinson. She was married to John Bantum, who preceded her in death.

Mrs. Bantum had worked and retired as a machine...

Sylvia Serowski

Oct 18, 2024

Ms. Sylvia Serowski, 83, of Franklin, NC passed away Friday, October 18, 2024. Ms. Serowski was born June 16, 1941, in Buffalo, NY to the late Felix Serowski and Ceila Szupa Serowski.

Survivors include her children, Karina (Gustav Wilde) Gurney, Daniel Nowak, Jr., Jacqueline Wozniak, and Geraldine (Robin) Pegg; twelve grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren; and nieces and a...

Herbert Theodoor Trip

Oct 15, 2024

Mr. Herbert T. Trip, 92, passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the Trip family.

Overton Tucker Chambers

Oct 15, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Overton Tucker Chambers, from Highlands, North Carolina. Tucker passed away while doing one of things he enjoyed most, taking his morning walk with his dog.

Tucker was known for his deep appreciation of the quiet beauty of Highlands, where he made his home and built lasting...

Leon Carpenter

Oct 14, 2024

Mr. David Leon Carpenter, 90, of Franklin, NC, passed away Monday, October 14, 2024.  He was born November 26, 1933, in Rabun County, Georgia to the late Zeb an Alvie Ledford Carpenter.  Mr. Carpenter was a US Army Veteran, serving during the Korean War.  He was a lifetime member of the VFW and was a faithful member of Prentiss...

Earl Crisp

Oct 13, 2024

Mr. Earl Crisp, 91, of Franklin, NC passed away Sunday, October 13, 2024. Mr. Crisp was born in Macon, Co., NC April 19, 1933, to the late John Parker Crisp and Minnie Mae Henry Crisp.

Mr. Crisp was a master carpenter and builder of custom homes. He loved all types of outdoor activities such as coon hunting,...

Julia Ann (Burgess) Freeman

Oct 9, 2024

Julia Ann Burgess Freeman, 81, passed away October 9, 2024. Ms. Freeman was born September 1, 1943, in Macon County, NC to the late Carrie Penland and Charlie Burgess.

Julia attended Burgess Chapel as a devout Baptist who loved the Lord. A homemaker, Ms. Freeman was a loving mother and grandmother. She loved to cook and to...

Lucille (Hall) Phillips

Oct 9, 2024

Lucille Hall Phillips (102) went to meet her Savior on October 9, 2024. Lucille was born in Macon County on July 18, 1922, to Oliver V. and Bertha Byrd Hall. She graduated from Franklin High School in 1940 and married her high school sweetheart, William J. (Bill) Phillips in the summer. She and Bill lived in several locations during...

Martin Robert Beatty

Oct 8, 2024

Martin "Marty" Beatty, a devoted husband, father, and friend, passed away on October 8, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.  Marty was born in Philadelphia, PA, March 9, 1949 to parents, Katharine “Audrey” and Martin “Marty” Francis Beatty.  He moved to Atlanta, GA, in 1972 and retired to Cashiers, NC, in 2003. His passing leaves a deep void...

James Merrill Carlton

Oct 7, 2024

James Merrill Carlton, 83, of Highlands, NC, passed away October 7, 2024. He was born February 6, 1941, in Pinellas County, FL to the late William Robert and Martha Elizabeth Moore Carlton.

James attended St. Petersburg High School in Florida and then served in the US Navy as an electronics technician on a P3V plane. Jim worked...

Craig Andrew Catrett

Oct 7, 2024

Craig Andrew Catrett, 62, of Franklin, NC, passed away October 7, 2024. He was born September 16, 1962, to the late George Catrett and Faye Gideons Catrett.

He is survived by his lifetime partner, Charles Reese, and his extended family, Barbara Walsh, Barb Walsh, Bev Miller, John Walsh, and Laura Shirley.

Craig had a love...

Gordii Shchelgachov

Oct 5, 2024

Gordii Shchelgachov, 15, of Highlands, NC, went home to be with Jesus and was made whole and healthy on October 5, 2024.

Gordii was born January 5, 2009, in Ukraine.  He was a loving child and a gift from God, he no longer suffers but is whole and healed.  He attended Highlands United Methodist Church and was...

Keith Max Arvey

Oct 4, 2024

Keith Max Arvey, 68, of Franklin, NC, passed away October 4, 2024. He was born October 31, 1955, in Swain County, to the late Earl Arvey and Mildred McGaha Arvey.

Keith was worked in real estate, insurance, and was known as the "Pepsi Man" when he worked for the Pepsi Bottling Company in Bryson City.  Keith loved...

Lane Douglas Miner

Oct 3, 2024

Mr. Lane Douglas Miner, 68, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2024.

Mr. Miner was born January 29, 1956, in Springfield, MA to the late George Henry Miner and Charlotte Ann Dyer Miner.

Lane loved automotive work and Volkswagens. He was self-employed ASE Master Certified Technician and was the former owner of Franklin Foreign Automotive. His...

Raymond Lewis Penland

Oct 1, 2024

Raymond Lewis Penland, 92, of Franklin, NC passed away peacefully on October 1, 2024. He was born on March 28, 1932, in Franklin, NC to Hubert Raymond Penland and Annie Womack. Lewis graduated from Franklin High School and went on to earn a degree in Agricultural Engineering from NC State University. He was a founding member of the Farmhouse...

Dwain Edward Picklesimer

Oct 1, 2024

Dwain Edward Picklesimer, 53, of Franklin, NC, passed away October 1, 2024.  Dwain was born October 25, 1970, in Rabun County, Georgia to Radford Picklesimer and the late Evelyn Craine Picklesimer.

Dwain had worked at Bumgarner Electric and at the Cherokee Indian Hospital as an electrician for 30 years.  He was a member of Mountain Valley Fire...

Raymond Lewis Penland

Oct 1, 2024

Mr. Raymond Lewis Penland Sr., 92, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Lewis was born March 28, 1932, in Macon County, North Carolina to the late Raymond and Ann Womack Penland.

Mr. Penland attended North Carolina State University and graduated with the class of 1953. Later, Lewis owned and operated Penland Construction company for over 50 years. ...

"Peter" Ray Vinson

Sep 23, 2024

“Peter” Ray Vinson, a beloved resident of Otto, NC, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024, at the age of 90. A proud veteran of the United States Army, Ray was a man whose strength, dedication, and generosity left a lasting impression on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

Born on November 7th, 1933, Ray...