Ray Sidney Wheeler
Feb 27, 2024
Ray Sidney Wheeler, age 76, of Leicester, passed away on February 27, 2024. He was born on March 4, 1947, in Madison County, to the late Robert and Wilma Melton Wheeler.
Ray was a US Army Veteran and served in Vietnam. He was a loving man who was devoted to his family, friends, and country.
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Rev. Billy Joe Ponder
Feb 26, 2024
Flag Pond, Tennessee
On Monday, February 26, 2024, at his home in Flag Pond, TN, Rev. Billy Joe Ponder, 82, graduated from this life into the arms of his Savior whom he had faithfully served for over 58 years. With his wife and his children by his side, Bro. Bill inherited the promise of 2 Corinthians 5:8...
Sarrah Jade Lewis
Feb 25, 2024
Sarrah Jade Lewis, age 12, of Mars Hill, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2024. She was born on July 25, 2011 in Buncombe County.
Sarrah enjoyed writing, drawing, growing flowers, and spending time with all her friends. She was a member of the Madison Middle School Band. She was a beloved daughter and friend, who was...
Fred Dennis Chandley
Feb 17, 2024
Fred Dennis Chandley of Greeneville Tennessee passed away peacefully on February 17th, 2024 at the age of 87. Fred is preceded in death by his mother, Viola Shelton Chandley, his father Thomas C. "Corpal" Chandley and his brother, Alvis Thomas Chandley. He leaves behind his children: Dr. Paul Frederic Shelton Chandley (with Sophia Pavlenko), Kathryn Rena Gemmer (with James...
Willis Brewer "Bill" Smith
Feb 16, 2024
Willis Brewer "Bill" Smith, age 87, passed away on February 16, 2024. He was born December 19, 1936, in Albany, GA to the late Ezra Neal and Mary Sue Shirey Smith.
He served in the US Marine Corp, stationed in Japan. After his discharge he worked for the FBI in Washington, DC and the US Postal Service...
Burlin Norton
Feb 14, 2024
Burlin Norton, age 84, passed away on February 14, 2024. He was born on September 27, 1939, in Madison County, to the late Roscoe and Lois Wilds Norton.
Burlin (Papaw) was a hardworking family man. He was a good husband for Shirley, his wife for 58 years. True, they pushed each other's buttons at times, but forgave,...
Susie Lee Metcalf (Griggs)
Feb 13, 2024
Susie Griggs Metcalf was born April 16, 1938 and passed peacefully on February 13, 2024.
In her years on this earth, she accomplished so much. With only a 9th grade education, she went on to write stories, songs, and had the most beautiful penmanship. She handmade cards and handkerchiefs for countless people and if she knew you...
Burma "Dale" Eudale Mckinney (Edwards)
Feb 13, 2024
B. Eudale "Dale" Edwards McKinney passed away peacefully February 13, 2024 after a period of declining health. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom McKinney; her parents, Charles and Bonnie Edwards; and brother, Chuck Edwards.
She is survived by her sisters, Brenda Robinson and Lenda Sprague; niece, Kelli Sprague; nephew, Cary Sprague; and great niece,...
Evelyn Brown (Coates)
Feb 10, 2024
Evelyn Coates Brown, age 85, passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024. She was born in Madison County on February 28, 1938 to the late J.R. and Bessie Davis Coates.
In addition to her parents, Evelyn is preceded in death by her husband, Dewey McKinley Brown; sons, James and Jerry Brown; grandson, Greg Brown.
She...
Kenneth Charles Wilde
Feb 8, 2024
Kenneth Charles Wilde, age 91, passed away on Thursday February 8,2024. He was born in Madison County on April 29, 1932, to the late George and Carrie Lewis Wilde. Kenneth was a retired U.S Air Force Veteran, serving 20 years. He received a BA degree at Loma Linda University and also worked in Civil Service for the Social Security...
Chris Jarvis Reeves
Feb 8, 2024
Chris Jarvis Reeves, age 72, passed away unexpectedly on February 8, 2024. He was born on August 2, 1951, in Buncombe County, to the late Dewey and Pauline Black Reeves.
Chris was co-owner of Team Reeves Electric. His 50-year experience in electrical work spanned from NC to WY; 33 years of his business, was done with his...
Lorraine Griffin (Metcalf)
Feb 5, 2024
Grace Lorraine (Metcalf) Griffin, 82, of Mars Hill, NC passed away, February 5, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Clayton and Alice (Anders) Metcalf. Lorraine loved everyone more than they ever knew and was loved by everyone. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, James "Jim" Leonard Griffin and a brother,...
Harley "Gerald" Shelton
Feb 4, 2024
Harley "Gerald" Shelton, 76, of Marshall, NC passed away at his home on Sunday, February 4th, 2024. Gerald was the son of the late Joe and Nellie Hensley Shelton, born and raised in Madison County living in the county most of his life. In addition to his parents, Gerald was preceded in death by: brothers, Greenelee Shelton, Richard Shelton,...
Michael Scott Ballard
Feb 2, 2024
Michael Scott Ballard, age 53, passed away on February 2nd at 1:15 pm in his home in Myrtle Beach, SC surrounded by his loving family.
Michael was born and raised in Asheville, NC where he participated in many different types of sports, but ultimately fell in love with wrestling. His love of this sport led to many...
Khloe Irene King
Feb 2, 2024
Khloe Irene King, age 9, gained her angel wings on February 2, 2024. She was truly one of a kind. This little princess made an impact on every person she met, always wanting to help anyone in need. Khloe was a Daddy and Mama's girl, as well as Mamaw's buddy. Heaven sure got the best.
Khloe was...
Kyera Mashae Byas
Jan 30, 2024
Kyera MaShae Byas, known as Bug by her loved ones, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, January 30th, 2024. She went to be with her Lord at the age of 17. Born on April 12, 2006, she is lovingly remembered by her mother and father, Bryan and Shae Lynn Coates Byas, siblings, Shelby Byas (Ellijah Tipton), Kannon Coates, Kason Coates,...
Annette Austin
Jan 29, 2024
On Monday, January 29, 2024, Annette Lewis Austin continued in her journey from this life to another. A native of Madison County, Annette was a free spirit who was unapologetically herself who loved being outdoors, spending time with friends and family, and the occasional cold beer.
Annette was preceded in death by her mother, Genell Hunter Lewis....
Boyce Willis
Jan 27, 2024
Boyce Willis, age 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday January 27, 2024. He was born on July 22, 1931 in Madison County, North Carolina. He was the son of the late Cornelius N. Willis, Sr., and Minnie Lee Hamlin Willis.
In addition to his parents, Boyce is preceded in death by his sisters, Inez Edwards, Edith Lunsford,...
Lois Ann Barrett
Jan 27, 2024
Lois Ann Barret, age 78, passed away peacefully on Saturday January 27, 2024. She was born on November 8, 1945 in Madison County, North Carolina. She was the daughter of J.G. and Mildred Rice Maxwell.
In addition to her parents, Lois is survived by her husband, Bill Barrett; son, Chad Barrett (Abby); sisters, Betty Tweed, and Sarah...
Eddie Dean Hunter (Hunter)
Jan 27, 2024
Eddie Dean Hunter, age 72, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 27, 2024. He was born on January 3, 1952 in Buncombe, North Carolina. He was the son of the late Ted and Lujeit Hunter.
In addition to his parents, Eddie is preceded in death by his wife, Janis Hunter who died in 2009.
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