Rosemary Wilson
Oct 22, 2024
RoseMary Wilson, age 79, passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at her residence. RoseMary was born in Lockport, New York to the late B. Van Hole and Mary Hole Dickenson. She and her husband lived in New York and Florida before retiring to Franklin in 2004. While in Florida, she was a receptionist at Brevard Community College, now known as...
Dale Smiley
Oct 21, 2024
Timothy Dale Smiley, age 63, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, October 21, 2024. Dale was born in Franklin to the late Reverend Roy Smiley and Gorde Bates Smiley. He had a loving and caring demeanor that led him to help anyone in need. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Jeremiah...
Denise Wooten
Oct 20, 2024
Denise "Gail" Wooten, 85, of Franklin, NC, passed away on October 20, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. Gail was born in Miami, Florida to the late Ross and Joyce Harris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, David Harris. She moved to Franklin from Longwood, FL, twenty-three years ago. She was a member...
John Hogan
Oct 19, 2024
John S. Hogan passed away on October 19, 2024. He is survived by his daughter, Alicia Hogan; sister Sharon Patel, his companion and dear friend, Susan Lizer, his dog (other daughter) Butter; and the many people that appreciated him. John knew who he was but questioned life every day. He had hope for all of us. Let us be the...
David Barr
Oct 18, 2024
David T. Barr, 93, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024. He was born in Bridgeport, CT, the son of Tracey Thomas and Francena Marie Barr. David was a straight-forward guy who loved the outdoors. In his younger days it was hunting and fishing. In Vermont he would go boating, skiing, snowmobiling, and ice fishing on Lake Champlain. After moving...
Lucille Sanders
Oct 16, 2024
Lucille Jennings Sanders, 92, of Franklin and Asheville, NC, died peacefully October 16, 2024, at the Franklin House Assisted Living Center. Lucy was a wife, mother, and homemaker. Born in Franklin, NC, she was the daughter of Tom and Hattie Jennings. She grew up in the Clarks Chapel community and was a member of Wells Grove Baptist Church. She spent...
Drake Bell
Oct 8, 2024
Drake Allen Bell, 23, of Ladson, SC, passed away on October 8, 2024. Drake was born in Charleston, SC on April 1, 2001. He played football and basketball in High School. He loved being with friends, but most of all he loved his family. He had a smile that would light up a room. Everyone he met loved him. His...
Tracey Keener
Oct 7, 2024
Tracey Keener, age 74, of Sparta, formerly of Franklin, passed away Monday, October 7, 2024 following an extended illness. Tracey was born in Rabun County and lived most of his life in the South Macon community. He was a faithful member of Coweeta Baptist Church where he served in many capacities including church trustee. Having spent most of his life...
Betty Dalton
Oct 6, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Betty Dalton at the age of 86. Betty left us peacefully on Sunday, October 6th surrounded by her loving family. Born in Franklin, NC, Betty lived a life filled with love and purpose. She was a devoted wife, sister and most fulfilling to Betty, a grandmother. Betty found immense...
Nasiyr Belton
Oct 6, 2024
Nasiyr "Nas" Dezmin Belton, age 7, ran into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, October 6, 2024. Nas was full of life and never seen without a smile on his sweet face. He enjoyed playing with his friends and driving the Jeep. He attended Iotla Valley Elementary School where he was in Mrs. Hannah Gonzalez's class. Nas was loved by...
Robert Smith
Oct 5, 2024
Robert Lee Smith, age 75 of Franklin, NC, entered into the presence of the Lord on October 5, 2024. He was born April 25, 1949, in Clayton, GA, and grew up in Whiteside Cove in Cashiers. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Louetta; daughter Jenny; two sons, Jason (Sherry) and Justin; sister, Malina Fowler (Phil); grandchildren, Hope...
Rosemary Skiner
Oct 5, 2024
Rosemary Stingone Skiner, born on March 14, 1955, in Yonkers, NY, passed away on October 5, 2024, in Franklin, NC. She was the only daughter of Anthony Stingone and Marion Peragine She was a beloved sister to Anthony, Robert (Maureen), and Michael (Tammy) Stingone, who will all remember her warmth and laughter. Her loving husband, Frank Skiner, will miss her...
Roger Brown
Oct 4, 2024
Roger Dale Brown, 64, of Franklin, NC passed away unexpectedly Friday, October 4, 2024. He was born in San Bernardino, CA, to Ernest Brown and Geraldine Shuler Smith. He was preceded in death by his dad, Ernest Brown and stepfather, Jack Smith. He loved watching Nascar racing, fishing, gardening and cooking. He is survived by his mother, Geraldine (Jerri) Smith;...
Andrea Cochran
Oct 4, 2024
Andrea "Annie" Michelle Cochran 41, of Franklin North Carolina, entered into the gates of Heaven on Friday, October 04,2024 at an Asheville hospital, after a prolonged Illness. She now sits at the foot of the throne of Jesus Christ,her Savior. We are sure she was greeted by all those that went before her. Andrea, who was lovingly called Annie by...
Terrence Swofford
Oct 3, 2024
Terry Paul Swofford, 80, of Franklin, NC, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2024. He was born in Effingham, IL to the late Paul and Shirley Harvey Swofford. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Paul Michael Swofford. He was a member of Trinity Church and was a manager with American Invsco Realty. He was...
Linda Topping
Oct 2, 2024
Linda Sue Miller Topping, 82, of Otto, NC, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024. She was born in Strawberry, AL, to the late Cecil and Beatrice Blackwood Miller. She was a very creative problem-solver and could make anything out of anything. She was an avid University of Alabama fan, lifelong Republican, and won every argument she started. She is survived...
Leonard Teague
Oct 1, 2024
Leonard Lynn Teague, 73, of Franklin, NC, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Leonard was the son of the late Gladys Eastridge. He loved bluegrass music, flea marketing, and working in Kelly's Shop. He was survived by his sons, Kelly Teague (Jeania) and Kevin Teague; daughter, Christie Teague; grandchildren, Matthew Carpenter, Breanna Teague, Ethan Teague, Rickie Hurst, Jessica Hurst, Cheyenne...
Betty Vinson
Sep 28, 2024
Betty Ann Dryman Vinson, walked into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, September 28, 2024. She was born to the late Fred and Emma Hopkins Dryman in Macon County. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sisters, Jean Owen, Beatrice Swabby, and Rowena Joyce. She was a member of Franklin Church of God and a very...
Jim Lau
Sep 28, 2024
Charles James "Jim" Lau, age 75, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Retiring as a Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force, Jim served during Vietnam and was currently living with the effects of Agent Orange exposure. Following his service in the military, Jim continued a life of public service as he entered into a law enforcement career...
Betty Mcconnell
Sep 25, 2024
On September 25, 2024, the world lost one of its brightest lights. Betty Sue McConnell left this earth, and HEARD the Lord say, welcome home thy good and faithful servant. Sue was born on January 4, 1931, to Tom and Eva McMahan Allen. Sue is survived by her children, Larry McConnell, Jim McConnell (Ginger), and Suzy Norton (David); siblings: Ruby...
