All Obituaries

Myrna Rochell Hendrix, 63, passed away Thursday, August 9, 2018 at her home. Myrna is preceded in death by her father, Oscar Hendrix; mother, Virginia Hendrix; and brother, Wilbur Hendrix. She was loved by many and will be missed greatly. Surviving Myrna is her daughter, Stepfani Hendrix and fiancé, John Garren, of Arden, NC; brother, Oscar Hendrix, of Candler, NC; grandchildren, Harley Flewelling, of Hendersonville, NC, Chesney Garren, of Arden, NC, Cheyenne Garren, of Arden, NC;...

Dr. Richard Crutchfield, age 83, born in Charlotte, NC on February 13, 1935 to Charles and Jacquelin Crutchfield, attended The Loomis School (Class of 1953), Washington and Lee University (Class of 1957), Indiana University Bloomington and The University of Texas at Austin (Ph.D in Spanish Language and Literature). He served as a Specialist in the U. S. Army from 1957 to 1960, stationed in Herzogen-Aurach and Coburg, Germany. In 1966, he married Malinda Lobdell, also of Charlotte. The couple...

Karolyn Wrightson, 76, of Asheville, passed away Tuesday, August 14, 2018.  Born in Ponca City, OK, on August 8, 1942, to the late Carl and Virginia (Loftin) Kosanke, she graduated from Mississippi College and holds a MA from University of Virginia. Karolyn was three-term President of the Hastings-on-Hudson (NY) Historical Society during the 1970’s and 1980’s, then served as Executive Director of the Westchester County (NY) Historical Society from 1985-1991.  In 1992,...

Nancy Wallace Hope, 85, Montreat NC, passed away peacefully at Givens Highland Farms on Sunday, July 29th. Her memorial service will be held at Black Mountain Presbyterian Church at 2PM on August 11, 2018. Nancy was born on December 9 1932 to Margret McIver and Ruley Gart Wallace in Carthage NC, the County seat of Moore County, well known for its Seagrove pottery. This led to her love of pottery, quilts and crafts. This former Miss Moore County and Camp Merri-Mac counselor grew up with a...

Gary Luther Tweed, 69, of Hendersonville passed away peacefully on Friday, August 10, 2018 at the Elizabeth House in Flat Rock, NC.  Born on March 19, 1949 in Hendersonville, NC, he was the son of the late Luther and Medra Renner Tweed. He was a graduate of Hendersonville H.S. class of 1967 and later received his A.S. in Mechanical Engineering.  After college, he proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.  Mr. Tweed retired from Ajax Textiles after 12...

Kathryn (Kay) (Gammy) Jane Wasson Johnson, age 81, died of on August 8, 2018, at Solace Center hospice in Asheville, NC. Kay is survived by her 7 children, Karen Weber, Curtis Johnson, Eric Johnson, Terri Raiford, Julie Taglieri, Jenny McCleary and Scott Johnson, her brother Lloyd Wasson and sister Lorna Wasson. She was the anchor of the family, gaining the name of Gammy from her granddaughter Sarah Johnson. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. She most...

Braskey Glen Ray, 73, of Weaverville passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at the Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville.  Born on March 4, 1945 in Mars Hill, he was a son of the late Claude and Lena Ray.  He was a graduate of Mars Hill H.S. class of 1963, and proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.  He retired from the Asheville City’s Lawn Care Department after several years of service.  Hunting was his passion especially coon...

Rex "Jackie" Daryl McNeese Jr. born Nov. 19th, 1955 went to be with Jesus Wednesday August 1st, 2018. Born in Richland County S.C. and raised by Rex Sr. and Nan McNeese, Jackie is survived by her cherished family members: Karen Lee McNeese, step-sons Frederic and Kenan, and dog Weinke. Jackie was an avid bridge master, sports fan and history buff. Never at a loss for words, Jackie found her niche as a successful salesperson, financier and businessman. Those that knew Jackie...

Blake Steven Chandler, 17, of Weaverville, NC, passed away Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at home. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

James “Kaywood” Smart went home to be with our heavenly Father on July 30, 2018. He leaves behind a lifetime of memories and adventures spent with family and friends. Kaywood will always be remembered for his big smile, love of his family, and love for corvettes. He cherished the many friendships he acquired over his lifetime. His greatest pleasure was to enjoy time spent with his only grandson, Scotty Kaywood Hicks.   Kaywood was the owner of J. K. Smart’s Towing. He...