All Obituaries

Dolores H. Lassiter died peacefully on Friday, September 7th at her residence. Born in Asheville, she was the daughter of the late McKinley Hymes,Sr. and Elizabeth Smith.  She was a graduate of Allen High School and a graduate of Central State College at Wilberforce, OH. She received a bachelor's degree in Business Administration. She also graduated from Eckels College of Mortuary Science in Philadelphia, PA. Dolores was engaged in the profession of mortuary science, where she...

Joseph Abney, Sr. of 100 Atkinson Street, Apt. 24-E, Asheville NC, died peacefully on September 1, 2018 at Care Partners Hospice surrounded by family.  He was born on February 26, 1938 to Willie Abney, Sr. and Maddie Abney.  Joseph was a longtime resident of Asheville, NC. He was a graduate of Stephens Lee High School and after graduation joined the U.S. Army, serving in the Korean War. He was honorably discharged in 1957. He enjoyed working on televisions and delivering...

Deacon Charles Peter Hall, aka “CP” or “Charlie” born on August 12, 1929 in Iva, South Carolina, was called home to be with the Lord on August 27, 2018 in Nashville, TN. He was the 9th child of the late Lillian Williford Hall and the late George William Hall. He was the loving husband of 63 years to the late Marie Bolton Hall. Charles was known for his contagious smile and laughter, along with his positive attitude. Charles was a faithful and supportive member of...

Lavoris Jermaine Brown, died on August 23, 2018.  Service arrangements will be conducted by Stevens Brothers Funeral Home in Belle Glade, Florida. 

Cleatus B. Tate was born on June 13, 1928 in Asheville, North Carolina, the seventh of seven children born to James Houston and Sophie (White) Tate. He completed his Journey to the Lord on August 16, 2018. He was pre-deceased in death by his father, James Houston, mother, Sophie, brothers Nordin, Gordon, Conrade, and sisters Clementine and Winifred. Throughout his life he was extremely loving and proud of his family. Left to cherish his memory are brother Marcus N. Tate of Buffalo, New...

Mrs. Iana Lyles of 203 Haw Creek Mews Rd in Asheville, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday August 8. She was the loving daughter of Mr. Ruben Wilson and Mrs. Mary Coleman Wilson, the wife of Mr. Rudolph Lyles, and the mother of Alyssa, Andre, and Anton. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday August 15, at the Lord's Church of Asheville (36 Michigan Ave.) at 2pm. The family will receive friends at 1pm at the church, prior to the start of the service. Pastor Jerome Hughes will...

Edward Arthur Burt III “Peeka”, “Little Buddy”, 53, died peacefully on July 29, 2018 at Park Ridge Hospital in Hendersonville. He was born on August 20, 1964 in Asheville, NC to Edward Burt, Jr. and Doretha Burt and is a graduate of Asheville High School. Edward was employed for 23 years with Apple Tree Honda-Acura. He was a member of the Gold Master Council of Sales. Edward was a top selling salesman and won many awards. Edward was a hard-working, trusted, faithful...

Mrs. Janie Edgerton died surrounded by her family on July 4, 2018 at her home. She was born on November 22, 1952. She is the daughter of late Sally and Vernon Edgerton.  Janie graduated from R. L. Central in 1971. She loved to cook and spend time with her family. She always made sure her family was taken care of. In addition to her parents Janie was preceded in death by her daughter, Keeva Edgerton and her pastor, Pastor Theodore Smith. Left to cherish her memory are her son, MaJuster...

Brian Chaplin of Durham, NC was born on May 18,1964 in Fletcher, NC . He went home to be with the Lord on July 3, 2018. Brian passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife and children. He was the son of the late Joe L. Chaplin and Julia Copney of Arden, NC.  He graduated from TC Roberson High School in 1982 and then went on to A-B Tech and received degrees in Machine Operating, Blueprint Reading, Math, and Forklift. He worked for Burlington Industries, Peco and Rockwell-Arvin Meritor...

The story of Diane began on August the 23rd, 1956 in Asheville when she was born to Charlie Lee Alvin Bowditch and Blanche Delois (Mucklevene) Bowditch. She was blessed with two children, Keesha B. Martinez and Mia L. Logan, both of Asheville. She married William (Bonnie) Logan in 1988.  Diane loved and cherished three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by granddaughter Candance Pickens. Twin...