Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Brevard, NC

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Brevard, NC area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Richard Lee Harness

Richard Lee Harness

Jul 10, 2024

Sapphire - Richard Lee Harness, 77, died peacefully on July 10, 2024, at VA Valor Hospice House in Asheville, NC.

Richard was born on November 1, 1946, in Wright, AR, to Ray Jackson and Virginia Lee (Eason) Harness, who preceded him in death. He was the brother of Kelly Harness and Ray Harness, who also preceded him...

Edwin Morris Morrow

Edwin Morris Morrow

Jul 7, 2024

Edwin Morris Morrow

Our amazing Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Husband, Brother, and Friend passed away July 7th, 2024. Edwin Morris Morrow was born in Andrews, NC November 14, 1937, and will be remembered as a hard-working compassionate and generous man. A celebration of life will occur in the fall of 2024.

Online condolences may be...

Charles Ernest Gosnell

Charles Ernest Gosnell

Jul 3, 2024

Charles Ernest "Chuck" Gosnell, 85, passed away on July 3, 2024, in Brevard, North Carolina, where he was also born on February 25, 1939.

Chuck proudly served in the Air Force from 1958 to 1978, dedicating 20 years to his country before retiring with honors. His service years were marked by a deep commitment to the values...

Patricia Cormack Mccall

Patricia Cormack Mccall

Jul 2, 2024

Patricia Ann McCall, age 76, formerly of Lake Toxaway,  endeared mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 76, on July 2,  2024 in the care of family in Baker, Florida.

Patti possessed a gift for gardening, all types of crafting, and loved all animals. She was greatly loved and will be missed by...

Frank Dwight Hardin

Frank Dwight Hardin

Jun 29, 2024

Frank Dwight Hardin, beloved son, brother and friend, passed away on June 29, 2024, at the age of 73. He was born in Brevard, N C.

Frank was the oldest child of Gordon Hardin and Mary Morgan Hardin. Survivors include Marilyn Hardin Henley and her husband Randall Henley of Lawrenceville Georgia.

Frank graduated from Carson...

Maria Anna Shea

Maria Anna Shea

Jun 26, 2024

Pisgah Forest - Maria Anna Shea left the world suddenly on June 26, 2024.  She was 60 years old.  Maria was the oldest of 3 children born to Joan and James Stephens Jr. in Syracuse, NY on March 5, 1964.  She is survived by her father, James, and her siblings James Stephens III and Sean Stephens.  She was predeceased...

Norma Jean Hogsed

Norma Jean Hogsed

Jun 26, 2024

Lake Toxaway – Norma Jean Hogsed, age 74, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 after a period of declining health.

She was the daughter of the late Charlie and Emma Jones McKinney. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Hogsed and many brothers and sisters.

Survivors...

Robert Cornelius Landers

Robert Cornelius Landers

Jun 19, 2024

Robert Cornelius Landers 76, of Henderson County went to be with the Lord on June 19, 2024. Born on September 6, 1947, in Transylvania County to the Late Cornelius and Christine Landers. He leaves behind a loving wife of almost 56 years Linda Landers, five daughters, Melissa Landers (Gary McCall) of Old Fort, Rebecca Moniz, Nancy Orr of Etowah,...

John Alan Swenson

John Alan Swenson

Jun 17, 2024

John Alan Swenson passed away peacefully in his home early Monday morning, June 17, 2024, just shy of his 93rd birthday, after a long battle with kidney disease. Alan was born on June 29, 1931, to John Theodore and Florence Marian (Innes) Swenson in Montclair, New Jersey.

As a child he helped his grandmother tend to the...

Robert Rigby Liggett

Robert Rigby Liggett

Jun 15, 2024

Brevard - Robert Rigby Liggett, Jr. died June 15, 2024  after a brief stay in Tore's Home.

Bob was born December 1, 1935 in Cincinnati, Ohio.  He was the only child of  the late Robert R. Liggett, Sr. and Carolyn Marshall Liggett.

When he was seven years old his parents moved across the river to...

Betty Hursey Sherrill

Betty Hursey Sherrill

Jun 15, 2024

Brevard – Betty Hursey Sherrill, age 81, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2024.

She was the daughter of the late Jesse and Albert Robinson Hursey.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death her husband, John Ramer Sherrill,  one sister, Glee McLean, granddaughter, Diamond Elizabeth Glee Alexander.

Betty was a...

Genelle Mccall

Genelle Mccall

Jun 14, 2024

Hendersonville - Genelle C. McCall, born June 16, 1934, died peacefully on Friday June 14, 2024

Born in Rosman, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Walter H. Chappell and Nettie Lyday Chappell.

She was preceded in death by her husband James W. McCall Sr, originally from Cathy's Creek whom founded and owned...

Stephen Louis Landreth

Stephen Louis Landreth

Jun 13, 2024

Steve Landreth, 69, of Pisgah Forest, passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, member of Pisgah Forest Baptist Church, and friend to many. He was a Past Master of Dunns Rock Masonic Lodge #267 and member of the Masonic Lodge for over 44 years.

Steve was born on September 7th,...

Jody Michael Donald Messer

Jody Michael Donald Messer

Jun 13, 2024

Jody Michael Donald Messer

August 18,1978 - June 13, 2024

Beloved son, brother and uncle

Jody was a lifelong resident of Transylvania County and lifetime member of Boylston Baptist Church.

Jody was one of GOD's special angels. Jody will be remembered for his strong faith. Jody had a beautiful smile that...

Sandra Ann Goble

Sandra Ann Goble

Jun 12, 2024

Brevard - Sandra Ann Farmer Goble (Sandy) passed  away Wednesday, June 12, 2024.

She is preceded in death by her mother Willie Breckenridge Turpin and father William Sanford Farmer.

She went to be with Jesus and is survived by her husband, the love of her life, Howard Kenneth Goble, her sister Jane Ellen Lovin, and...

James Franklin Hensley

James Franklin Hensley

Jun 10, 2024

James F. Hensley (Jimmy), age 67 of Etowah, NC, passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Etta Tinsley, father, James Hensley, sister, Roberta Ramey and her husband, David, and his beloved "fur babies" and best friends, Dutch and Scooter.

Surviving are his sisters, Mary Galloway of...

Christopher Webster Jones

Christopher Webster Jones

Jun 9, 2024

Christopher (Chris) Webster Jones born October 4, 1939, died peacefully on June 9, 2024.

Cris was preceded to death by his beloved son, Steven Lee Jones of Brevard and parents, Alton Lee (Monk) and Clara Webster Jones of Durham, NCChris was born and grew up in Durham NC where his father "Monk" Jones, managed and golf professional...

Stanley Hubert Jones

Stanley Hubert Jones

Jun 8, 2024

Stanley Hubert Jones, 83, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 8, 2024.

Stanley was a very caring and giving person. His smile was warm and inviting, just like he was. He made those around him feel loved and special.

Being only 13 when his father passed away, he went to work...

Jessica Caitlin Strickland

Jessica Caitlin Strickland

Jun 3, 2024

Jessica Caitlin Strickland, age 34, of Cullowhee passed away Monday, June 3, 2024 following a brief illness.  She was surrounded by her family.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Katherine Starke.

Jessica was born in Fort Myers Florida and grew up in Hendersonville.  She was a graduate of Western Carolina University.

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