All Obituaries

Christopher Morris 61, of Asheville died unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 10, 2019.   Funeral Services for Mr. Morris will be held on Tuesday, September 17th at 1:00pm at Hill Street Baptist Church located at 135 Hill Street. Interment immediately following at Sunset Cemetery

Johnie Robert Plaire, 83, passed away Monday, September 2, 2019 at the V.A. Hospital in Asheville. He was born January 28,1936 in Columbus, South Carolina. He was fun loving and enjoyed life.  Johnie was friendly and was a familiar face in the community and never met a stranger. He worked very hard for many years as a cement finisher and was an avid golfer. Johnie is survived by his loving daughter, Stephanie Foster of Asheville, NC. A Memorial Service for Mr. Plaire will be held on...

K'syon Kawhi Finley passed peacefully on August 31, 2019, where he lifted his eyes in HEAVEN and met JESUS. He was born on June 13, 2019.  K'syon is preceded in death by his mother Tiyquasha Antwonique Simuel.  Surviving family includes his father Karvon Clayton of Asheville, grandmothers Anitta Finley and Vanessa Clayton of Asheville, grandfather Julio Simuel and his wife Tia Simuel of Raleigh, grandfather Hall Sams of Asheville, aunts; Tahja, Tu'nijah, Tahyrah,...

Anna K. Davis Smith age 81 of Asheville NC, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2019. She was born on July 28, 1938 to the late Mary Ann Davis and Robert Watkins. Mrs. Anna was first and foremost a dedicated mother. She cherished her children and embraced every moment with them to the very end. She especially loved her role as Grandma. She loved each of her grands and great-grands beyond words.  She was a woman of God who loved and took care of anyone that was in need.  She had a...

Darryl Craig Logan of Charlotte departed from this life August 11, 2019 in Asheville his native city. He was a graduate of Asheville High School class of 1977. He was the son of the late Wayne Coleman and Ann Logan. Left to cherish his memory is his mother Ann Logan, stepfather Issac Logan, special aunt Marjorie Coleman, daughter Jarrika Burdine, sisters Robyn Murphy, Rosalind Downer, Kimberly Coleman and grandson Jaylon Norris. Services for Mr. Logan will be held at 2:00 pm Friday, August...

James E. Pea transitioned from life to death on Friday, August 9, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hasker Sr. and Isabelle Jones Pea; maternal grandmother, Henrietta Jones; brother, Henry and sister, Yvonne Pea. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of more than 35 years, Carolyn D. Pea; children, Reginald Ledman (Angelina), Charles Pea (Pamela), Stephane P. Hubbard, Jerome Pea, Marcus McMinn (Tesha), Tara Irby (William); grandchildren, Marquis and Markell McMinn, Victoria...

Jayceon Blayze Clark, beloved son of Brooke Nicole Clark was born sleeping on August 8, 2019 at Mission Hospital.  "Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not; for such is the kingdom of heaven." (Matthew 19:14)

Carrie L. Brownlee, 91, a resident of Asheville for 60 years passed away peacefully on July 10, 2019. Ms. Brownlee was born in Abbeville, SC on March 20, 1928 to John and Carrie Rosa Brownlee. Ms. Carrie is preceded in death by 12 sisters and brothers. She retired from John Carroll clothing in 1980 and was a member of Brown Temple CME Church. She loved reading the Bible, listening to gospel music, cooking, sewing and would do anything for anyone. She was a very loving mother and...

Mr. Preston Ray passed away on July 9, 2019 at the age of 82. He was born on March 25, 1937 in Mars Hill, NC to Valeria Ray. He is preceded in death by 4 brothers, 1 sister, children; Ronnie Vance, Allen Goodman and Teresa Ray. Mr. Ray retired from GTE. He was an Elder of God’s Ray of Hope International Non-Denominational Church where he was a hard-working, trusted, faithful member. He was a stellar singer and was a member of the Golden Tones and Brother’s of Faith. Preston was...

Patricia Blakely McCurry, 68 of 119 Carroll Ave, Asheville NC departed this earth on Monday, July 1st. A life long resident of Asheville, Patricia attended the all black Stephens-Lee High School.  Integration closed the school in 1965. She subsequently graduated from South French Broad in 1969. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents Preston and Virginia Blakely. Known for her fun loving spirt and willingness to cook for anyone in need, Pat’s kitchen was always open to...