Jessie Mae Martin: Obituary
Obituaries January 30, 2019
Jessie Mae Martin
10/05/1920 – 01/24/2019
Jessie Mae Martin, age 98 of Candler, NC passed away Thursday January 24, 2019.
She was a native of Clay County and the daughter of the late Benjamin and Elizabeth Passmore Martin. Jessie worked for Gerber as an inspector. She was a simple, hardworking, single Mom who loved her son and family. She loved animals, the outdoors and enjoyed sitting in the sunshine. Jessie was of the Methodist faith and enjoyed attending Sweetwater Methodist Church in Hayesville.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Harrison, Vernon, Guy and Neal Martin and sisters, Frankie Campbell, Lucy and Willie Martin.
She is survived by her son, Danny Martin and wife Joyce of Candler, NC; granddaughter, Christie Martin (James Parlato) of FL; step-grandson, Rob Heaton of Arden; great-grandchildren, Aydyn, Axelle and Amity; step-great-grandchildren, Cody, Tyler and Cayden and several cousins and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 2pm, Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at Townson-Rose Funeral Home in Hayesville. Rev. Jackie Sellers will officiate. Honorary pallbearers will be Kenny, Edwin, Ronnie and Ben Martin, Brad Bandiver, Rob Heaton and Freddie Henson. Burial will be in Sweetwater Methodist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 1-2pm, Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home in Hayesville.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Valley River Humane Society, PO Box 58, Murphy NC 28906.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
You may send tributes to the family at www.mem.com
James Alvin Moss: Obituary
Obituaries January 15, 2019James Alvin Moss
03/31/1944 – 12/27/2018
He was the son of the late Richard Herman and Alice Mae Nichols Moss. James enjoyed hunting and loved listening to country music. He was a member of Shooting Creek Church of God.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 7 brothers, 5 sisters and 3 infant siblings.
He is survived by his brothers, Danny and Arthur Moss; sister, Charity Scroggs and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
You may send tributes to the family at www.mem.com
Patricia Ann Albritton: Obituary
Obituaries December 3, 2018
Patricia Ann Albritton
12/23/1941 – 12/01/2018
She was a native of Jefferson County, IL and the daughter of the late Harold and Edna Alexander Miller. Patricia was a hair dresser. She was a member of the Cornerstone Community Church. She was a strong christian lady, loved her family and church family.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister Betty Jane Martin.
She is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Anderson of Robbinsville, NC; grandchildren, Melissa Blevins and David Blevins; great grandson, Hudson Blevins.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, December 8, 2018 at the Cornerstone Community Church, 253 Robbins Road, Andrews, NC 28901. Pastor Marcus Larey will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 10:00-11:00 AM Saturday, December 8, 2018 at the Cornerstone Community Church.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in memory of Patricia Ann Albritton, to the Cornerstone Community Church, PO Box 1175, Andrews, NC 28901.
You may send tributes to the Albritton family at www.townson-rose.com
Townson Rose Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Meshele “Missy” Ann Ladd: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 201805/21/1967 – 11/06/2018
She was born in Roanoke, VA to the late Glenn “Bob” and Wesena Ladd. Missy was a graduate of Rutledge High School in 1985; she was most popular in high school; and graduated from Tusculum University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business. Missy attended Hyatts Creek Baptist Church; she loved the Lord and going to church was a very important part of her life. She enjoyed singing solos. Missy enjoyed giving to people at the church at all holidays; she would have a little present for her church family on the pews as they came in. She recently enjoyed attending some services at Peachtree Memorial Baptist Church. Missy has many nieces and nephews that she loved. She enjoyed her four fur babies.
She is survived by her brothers, Jeffery Ladd, Alan Ladd, Tony Ladd, Mark Flippin, Thomas Flippin and David Flippin and special friends, Ruth and the late Rev. Parker Burgess and their son Joshua who loved Missy unconditionally.
Funeral Services will be held at 1 pm, Saturday, November 10, 2018 at the Townson-Rose Chapel in Andrews. Rev. LB Adams will officiate. Music will be provided by Mike Moore. Burial will be in the Valleytown Cemetery where she will be laid to rest by her parents.
The family will receive friends from 12-1 pm, Saturday, November 10, 2018 at the Townson-Rose Chapel in Andrews.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Don “Cowboy” Phillips: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 201801/06/1954 – 11/16/2018
He was a native and lifelong resident of Cherokee County, NC and the son of the late William and Millie Rider Phillips. Don was a superintendent for building apartments.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two sons, Scott Sewell and Jeremy Phillips; brothers, Mack, James and Jr. Phillips; sisters, Juanita Gibson, Mary Haygood, Ida Mae Ratcliff and Eunice Phillips.
He is survived by his wife, Eileen Phillips; one son, David Phillips; five daughters, Shaye Duvall, Stacy Wayne, Heather Gibb, Haven Phillips and Jamie Graves; one sister, Wanda Murphy; sister-in-law, Frankie Mae Phillips; 17 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held at 3 pm, Sunday, November 18, 2018 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home Chapel in Murphy. Rev. Ronnie Ledford will officiate. Burial will be in the Worley Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brad Gibb, Stacy Wayne, David Phillips, Donnie Morrow and Scott Duvall.
The family will receive friends from 1-3 pm, Sunday, November 18, 2018 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Jessica Dawn Peters: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 201811/15/1984 – 11/20/2018
She was born in Millington, TN to Fletcher and Sheree Kindrick Peters. Jessica was a loving mother, sister and daughter.
She was preceded in death by one daughter, Lyssa Peters.
She is survived by one daughter, Emily Dawn Fore; two brothers, Allen Peters and wife Amanda of Wellsville, PA and Christopher Peters of Murphy; two nieces, Amelia Peters and Kaitlynn Peters; one sister, Kimmy Lefevers and husband Kasey; one nephew, Caden Lefevers.
A memorial service will be held at 4 pm, Saturday, November 24, 2018 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home Chapel in Murphy. Rev. Lee Tanner will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 2-4 pm, Saturday, November 24, 2018 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home.
Geraldine Jenkins: Obituary
Obituaries April 2, 2019
Geraldine Jenkins
Geraldine Jenkins, age 75 of Marble, passed away Friday March 1, 2019 at her residence.
Geraldine was a native of Cherokee County, NC and the daughter of the late Harold and Vaye Palmer Jenkins. She was a member and past secretary of Marble Springs Baptist Church. Geraldine had retired from Murphy Medical Center after 20 years of service as an administrative secretary.
Geraldine was an inspiration to countless people during her 12 year battle with cancer. Throughout the entire time, she remained positive and always had a smile. Her faith and love for God never wavered.
She loved to work with her flowers; a gift from her father that she maintained throughout the years. She was an avid reader and loved to travel. Her yearly trips exploring out West with her companion brought her immense peace and joy.
She will be missed by her family beyond words. But her strength and unwavering love will always be a source of comfort.
Surviving are her sons, Jeff Hall and wife Nancy of Pine Hall, NC, Brian Hall and Russ Nelson of Tucker, GA and Geraldine’s companion Leon Ownby.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Thursday, March 7, 2019 at Marble Springs Baptist Church. Rev. John Bailey will officiate. A private family graveside service will be held at Moss Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ed Green, Casey Holloway, Larry Wishon, Kruz Stewart, Howard Coffey and Mike Erwin.
The family will receive friends from 12-2 pm, Thursday, March 7, 2019 at Marble Springs Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1901 Brunswick Ave, Charlotte, NC 28201.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Jerome “Jerry” Wolff: Obituary
Obituaries February 6, 2019
Jerome “Jerry” Wolff
08/25/1943 – 01/31/2019
Jerome “Jerry” Wolff, 75, of Murphy, NC, relocated to a very upscale neighborhood on Thursday, January 31, 2019 after a struggle with cancer. He left this world with his cat in his lap and his wife’s hand in his.
His father, Kenneth, and his mother, Virginia, a/k/a Saint Jenny, arrived before him. Jerry is looking forward to meeting his wife, Kimberly; his children, Michelle (James) Diltz of Marysville, CA, and David Wolff of Merritt Island, FL; his grandchildren, Michael, Kyle and Roxanna; and five great-grandchildren upon their arrival. He’s also paving the way for his four siblings: Ken (Doris) Wolff, Cathy (Gerry) Oesterreich, Jim (Nikki) Wolff, all of Lake Mills, WI, and JoAnn (Tom) Busse of West Bend, WI. It’ll be up to them to prepare the way for their numerous children and grandchildren.
Jerry grew up in Lake Mills, WI and worked throughout his high school years at the Pyramid Café. Upon graduating, he turned down a college scholarship to join the Air Force. During his 20 years of service, he visited 18 different countries. In England, he heard the Beatles perform when they were nothing more than a pub’s house band. While stateside, he married the mother of his two children, Christina.
Upon finishing his military career, he returned to Lake Mills to be director of public works. After two years of living in the frozen tundra, they moved to sunny Florida, where they later divorced. In 1991, while employed as service and construction manager in mobile home retirement communities, he met the love of his life, Kimberly, and they married in 1993. Having no children of their own, he played the role of second dad and Santa Claus to his two Florida nieces, Kristina and Andrea Post.
Upon his second retirement at age 62, they moved to Murphy, NC, where he participated in building his wife’s dream home and was a part of the early years of Mountainview Church. His hobbies were having coffee with his buddies at the Daily Grind and catering to his wife’s every whim. He was an avid Green Bay Packer fan and a crossword puzzle buff. His love was his home, his family, the mountains, his cat and his wife, not necessarily in that order. Everyone blessed enough to know Jerry will miss his sense of humor, quick wit, cooking skills, compassion and patience.
A celebration of his life will be held at Mountainview Church, 69 Falls Branch Road, Murphy, NC, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 23, 2019, with a private graveside military ceremony following at the Ranger United Methodist Church Cemetery in Murphy.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Mountainview Church, missions or youth ministry, 69 Falls Branch Road, Murphy, NC 28906.
Effie “Cricket” Marie Stiles Clayton: Obituary
Obituaries January 15, 2019Effie “Cricket” Marie Stiles Clayton
04/05/1938 – 01/13/2019
Effie “Cricket” Marie Stiles Clayton, age 80 of Murphy, NC passed away January 13, 2019 in Murphy Rehab and Nursing. She was a native of Cherokee County, NC and the daughter of the late Rev. Noah and Tempa Stiles.
In addition to her parents, Harold Clayton; son, Bobby Clayton and daughter, Charlene Henderson.
She is survived by four grandchildren, Danny and Barry Clayton, Dwayne and Jessica Henderson and their families; one daughter-in-law, Sandy Ashe; a very special nephew, Jason Mann; brother, Walter Stiles; four sisters, Stella Mann, Jeanette Ray, Geraldine Wray and Rosa Mae Green and several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Burial will be in Snow Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Richard Postell: Obituary
Obituaries January 15, 2019Richard Postell
07/06/1955 – 01/07/2019
Richard was born on July 6, 1955 in Andrews, NC and the son of the late Rev. Ralph Dee and Juanita Hicks Postell. He was a loving and caring son, husband, father, brother and friend. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by brothers Morris Postell, Norris Postell and Mike Postell and a sister, Marilyn Amos.
Richard was a member and deacon of Shady Grove Baptist Church in Murphy, NC. He had previously served as deacon at Ranger Baptist Church. Richard had a true servant heart. He constantly looked for ways to help other people and would give you the shirt off his back. He was affectionately known as the “Candy Man” because he gave away candy everywhere he went. He was a hardworking man who spent his life doing mostly telephone construction. He had been owner/operator of Postell Telephone Construction until retiring in 2008. He loved working with his hands and could do just about anything. He also loved hunting, fishing and riding his Harley.
Survivors include: mother, Juanita Hicks Postell of Andrews, NC; wife of 45 years, Evelyn Potts Postell; son, Travis Richard Postell; sisters, Barbara Baine (Wayne) of Murphy and Rebecca Campbell (Vader) of Robbinsville, NC; brothers, Alan Postell (Rosalee) and Jim Postell (Cyndi) of Andrews, NC; several nieces, nephews and many other relatives and friends also survive.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 pm, Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at the Red Marble Baptist Church in Andrews. Rev. Gerald Derreberry and Rev. Zach Orton will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be nephews and great-nephews.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm, Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home in Murphy and will also receive friends from 1-2 pm, Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at Red Marble Baptist Church in Andrews.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Mary Pendergrass Hartness Wright: Obituary
Obituaries December 27, 2018Mary Pendergrass Hartness Wright, age 91, of Murphy went to be with Jesus on Christmas Day, Tuesday, December 25, 2018 at Murphy Rehab and Nursing.
She was the daughter of the late Floyd Pendergrass and Mary W. Pendergrass. She is preceded in death by her first husband, Vernie Long Hartness, Jr. and second husband, Tom Wright; brothers; Howard (Pete) Pendergrass, Hubert Pendergrass and Charles Pendergrass and her sister, Martha Julia Pendergrass.
Mary was a homemaker and a member of Snow Hill Baptist Church.
She is survived by her three children, Tex Hartness and wife Cheryl, Louise Gunter and Mike Hartness of the home; five grandchildren, Tiffany Hickson, Trisha Hartness, Jeremy Gunter, Tia Ayers and Joe Gunter and six great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at 2 pm, Thursday, December 27, 2018 at the Aquone Cemetery in the Nantahala community.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
You may send tributes to the family at www.mem.com
Alvin “Cider” Alden Adams: Obituary
Obituaries December 18, 201808/23/1943 – 12/10/2018
He was a native and lifelong resident of Cherokee County, NC and the son of the late Alnie Alvin and WillaBelle Birchfield Adams. Cider was a consultant for Adams Construction and he was retired from the North Carolina Department of Transportation. He was a Master Mason in Andrews Masonic Lodge #529; he was also involved in the Oasis Shriners. Cider was a member of the Valleytown Rural Fire Department and Andrews Rescue Squad for 30 years and refereed for the NC High School Athletic Association for over 30 years. He enjoyed gardening, fishing and golfing. Cider adored his children and grandchildren. He was a member of Andrews First Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his grandsons Will Adams and Andy Adams, twin sisters, Martha and Margaret Adams and brother, Charles David Adams.
He is survived by his loving wife, Virginia Lee Guffey Adams; two sons, Tim Adams and wife Wendy of Andrews, NC; Anthony “Tony” and wife Kelly of Conover, NC and one daughter, Angel Adams Massey and husband Jake of Sarasota, FL; brother, Stanley Adams and wife Kae of Andrews, NC; grandchildren, Lillian Massey, Ellie Belle Adams, T.J. Massey; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 am, Friday, December 14, 2018 at the Andrews First Baptist Church. Rev. Calvin Bobo and Pastor Jesse Adams will officiate. Burial will be in the Valley River Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jerome, Nicholas, Shoyne and Teddy Adams, Wesley Slagle, Thomas and Ritchie Tatham, Bill Gilroy and Neil Hoy. Honorary pallbearers will be Bob Turner, Larry Dailey, Eddie Wood, Dave Bristol, Lance Bristol, Steve and Thomas Guffey, Dickey Tatham, Eddie, Harold, Larry, Floyd, Terry, Rance, Dalton and Christian Adams, Johnny Brown, Jamie Bateman, Adam Cross, Bill Bristol, Jerry Postell, Dr. Thomas Clayton and Adams Construction.
The family will receive friends from 5:30 pm to 9 pm, Thursday, December 13, 2018 at the Andrews First Baptist Church.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
You may send tributes to the family at www.mem.com
Jewel Sneed Brooks: Obituary
Obituaries December 18, 201809/10/1920 – 12/09/2018
Jewel was a native of Cherokee County NC. She was a daughter of the late Fred and Elizabeth Brown Sneed. Jewel was of the Baptist faith and had retired from Lee’s.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Brooks; brothers, Rosco, John and Fred Sneed; sisters, Celia Kincaid, Ida Palmer, Goldie Lance and an infant sister.
Surviving are her daughter, Elizabeth Jones and husband Bob of Andrews; sons, Harold Brooks and wife Becky of Murphy and Ronnie Brooks and wife Carma of Andrews; granddaughters, Ronda Ramie and Brandy Robles; great grandchildren, D.J. Martin and Brittany Luther; great great granddaughter, Addison Luther; several nieces, nephews and caregivers.
Funeral services will be held at 2 PM Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at Townson-Rose Chapel Andrews. Rev. John Bailey will officiate. Burial will be at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Danny Hedrick, Ed Green, David Lance, Jack Postell, Ronnie Adams and Anthony El-Khouri.
The family will receive friends from 12 noon to 2 PM Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at Townson-Rose Chapel Andrews.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Cherokee County Food Bank, 121 Main Street, Andrews, NC 28901.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
You may send tributes to the family at www.mem.com
Patricia Ann Albritton: Obituary
Obituaries December 18, 201812/23/1941 – 12/01/2018
She was a native of Jefferson County, IL and the daughter of the late Harold and Edna Alexander Miller. Patricia was a hair dresser. She was a member of the Cornerstone Community Church. She was a strong christian lady, loved her family and church family.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister Betty Jane Martin.
She is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Anderson of Robbinsville, NC; grandchildren, Melissa Blevins and David Blevins; great grandson, Hudson Blevins.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, December 8, 2018 at the Cornerstone Community Church, 253 Robbins Road, Andrews, NC 28901. Pastor Marcus Larey will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 10:00-11:00 AM Saturday, December 8, 2018 at the Cornerstone Community Church.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in memory of Patricia Ann Albritton, to the Cornerstone Community Church, PO Box 1175, Andrews, NC 28901.
You may send tributes to the Albritton family at www.townson-rose.com
Townson Rose Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
You may send tributes to the family at www.mem.com
John Carl Green: Obituary
Obituaries December 3, 2018December 14, 1931 – November 30, 2018
John Carl Green, 86, of Brasstown, passed away Friday, November 30, 2018, at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
Carl was born December 14, 1931, in Blairsville Georgia. He was a
member of First United Methodist Church of Murphy but had attended Little Brasstown Baptist Church for the last 22 years. He was a founding member and longtime supporter of the Brasstown Fire Dept. Carl enjoyed music and played his fiddle and mandolin with several local bands. He also
enjoyed working with heavy equipment but was most known for owning and
operating Green’s Gulf Station in Brasstown for 25 years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and three brothers, Willie, Robert, and Dale Green and two sisters, Julia Caylor and Vesta Dyer.
Survivors include his loving wife of forty years, Shirley Huskins Green,
one son, Jerry Green and wife Vicki of Brasstown, NC, their two sons,
Cody Green of Carrboro, NC and Corey Green of Waynesville, NC, one step-daughter, Tammy Smith and husband Richard and their three children,
Christina, Brad, and Amanda, also three great-grandchildren, all of Atlanta, Georgia.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 2nd from 6-8:30 pm at the Cochran Funeral Home. The funeral service will be Monday, December 3rd at 2 pm at the Cochran Funeral Home with Rev. Aud Brown of Little Brasstown Church officiating with the help of Harold Stiles. Music provided by the Wilson Family.
The immediate family will be present for a graveside service with military honors. Military honors provided by the Murphy VFW Post 10222, Joe Miller Elkin American Legion Post 96, DAV Chapter 73, and Clay County VFW Post 6812.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Cochran Funeral Home of Murphy. You may send condolences to the family and sign the guest registry at www.cochranfuneralhomes.com
Cherline Wanda Green: Obituary
Obituaries November 26, 201806/14/1933 – 11/06/2018
She is survived by four daughters, Debbie Ann Crowe, Carolyn Morrow, Linda Morrow and Gail Baker; two sisters, Faye Guffey and Katherine Duckworth; 11 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 pm, Saturday, November 10, 2018 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home Chapel in Murphy. Rev. Ralph Barnard and Rev. Calvin Murphy will officiate. Burial will be in the New Martins Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 12-2 pm, Saturday, November 10, 2018 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.