All Obituaries
Connie Rena Freeman 67, of Asheville, North Carolina passed away Thursday, June 24, 2021 at Stonecreek Health & Rehabilitation. Connie was born in Bat Cave, North Carolina on May 27, 1954 to the late John Newbern Freeman Jr. and Rena Davidson Freeman.
She joined Catawba View Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. As a young adult, she attended McDowell High School and worked at Collins & Aikman in her hometown of Old Fort. Connie later relocated to South Carolina where she...
Connie Rena Freeman 67, of Asheville, North Carolina passed away Thursday, June 24, 2021 at Stonecreek Health & Rehabilitation. Connie was born in Bat Cave, North Carolina on May 27, 1954 to...
George Garfield Wilson, Jr. passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021, at Autumn Care of Saluda Center. He was born on August 22, 1949, to the late George and Annie Seabrook Wilson.
George was a loving brother to his siblings and would do anything for them if he were able to do so. George “Groovy” loved to dance and speak his mind.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his children, Annie and Toby Wilson.
Left to cherish his memory are siblings, Shirley Brown...
George Garfield Wilson, Jr. passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021, at Autumn Care of Saluda Center. He was born on August 22, 1949, to the late George and Annie Seabrook Wilson.
George was a...
Liler Collette Winston-Salem, NC
Liler F. Collette, 69, passed away Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at the Kate B Reynolds Hospice Home, Winston-Salem, NC.
"Cookie" as she was fondly called by family and friends, was a native of Asheville and a daughter of the late William F. Collette and Delores C. Collette. She attended the Asheville city schools and was a graduate of Asheville High School Class of 1970. Cookie attended Blanton's Business College and Asheville Buncombe Tech receiving training in cosmetology. Her...
Liler F. Collette, 69, passed away Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at the Kate B Reynolds Hospice Home, Winston-Salem, NC.
"Cookie" as she was fondly called by family and friends, was a native of...
James Lloyd Fletcher (BOBO) known as Jim to his family and friends and "Seven Toes" to his great-grandchildren went home to be with his heavenly Father on June 6, 2021 at Pardee Hospital. He was a strong man in his faith that loved God and the word of God. He loved telling others about God's love and the Bible.
He was preceded in death by his father, James Lloyd Fletcher, Sr.; mother, Lorene Keith; brothers, Ronnie and Jerry Fletcher.
Left to cherish his memory are...
James Lloyd Fletcher (BOBO) known as Jim to his family and friends and "Seven Toes" to his great-grandchildren went home to be with his heavenly Father on June 6, 2021 at Pardee...
Curtis Antonio Jackson, 47, passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2021, at Mission Hospital. He was born in Asheville, NC on November 29, 1973, to the late Joseph Dixon, Jr. and Charlene Jackson Dixon.
Curtis graduated from Asheville High School, Class of 1992. He was an employee of the Asheville Housing Authority for over 20 years. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed spending time with his daughter. Curtis was an avid fan of the Denver Broncos and the Los Angeles Lakers.
He was preceded...
Curtis Antonio Jackson, 47, passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2021, at Mission Hospital. He was born in Asheville, NC on November 29, 1973, to the late Joseph Dixon, Jr. and Charlene Jackson...
Linwood Louis Edwards, Sr., 94, born August 2, 1926 in Isle of Wight County, Smithfield Virginia, departed this life peacefully Sunday, May 23, 2021 at his home in Asheville, North Carolina. He was a resident of Asheville for the majority of his life. He was the son of the late Frederick Louis Edwards and Dinah Bailey Edwards.
He was a World War II Veteran, enlisted into the U.S. Army August 15, 1945. Linwood received the World War II Victory Medal, while...
Linwood Louis Edwards, Sr., 94, born August 2, 1926 in Isle of Wight County, Smithfield Virginia, departed this life peacefully Sunday, May 23, 2021 at his home in Asheville, North...
William Albert Collins, 70, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at his home. He was born on April 14, 1951 in Americus, GA to the late Algie Collins and Cora Johnson Collins.
William was a former employee as a security guard at the Asheville Mall. He enjoyed football, watching WWE and listening to old time gospel music.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Algie Collins, Jr. and sister, Ruthy Bell Watson.
Left to cherish his memory are sons, William...
William Albert Collins, 70, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at his home. He was born on April 14, 1951 in Americus, GA to the late Algie Collins and Cora Johnson Collins.
William...
The Honorable F. Dana Winslow of Glen Head, NY passed away shortly after midnight on May 15, 2021 surrounded by his family. He was 82 years old. The oldest of five children of Francis Dana Winslow Sr. and Flora Brady Garvan, he was a retired New York State Supreme Court Justice and practicing attorney. Born in New York, NY on February 20, 1939, Dana spent his early years in Connecticut, metropolitan NY and upstate New York in Warwick.
Dana is survived by his wife,...
The Honorable F. Dana Winslow of Glen Head, NY passed away shortly after midnight on May 15, 2021 surrounded by his family. He was 82 years old. The oldest of five children of Francis...
Bobby Jean McSwain born April 24,1947 and passed peacefully May 2, 2021.
Bobby Jean was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Ruby and Grady McSwain Sr.; her brother, Grady McSwain Jr.; sister-in-law, Leeyvonne McSwain.
Bobby Jean was a good spirited person who enjoyed music.
Left to cherish her memory is her nephews Jerry (Evette) and Terry ( Kristin) McSwain all of Asheville; special friends, Albert and Selina. Bobby Jean will be truly missed but we know she's in...
Bobby Jean McSwain born April 24,1947 and passed peacefully May 2, 2021.
Bobby Jean was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Ruby and Grady McSwain Sr.; her brother, Grady McSwain Jr.;...
Mr. Keith D. Conway, Tee-Pee to most, was born on March 17, 1956 in Asheville, NC, to the late Mrs. Eula Mae Jones Mack and James Conway.
He attended Asheville City Schools. He loved to drive around and listen to music. Tee-Pee was a deep conversationalist, if he talked to you. He loved having the ability to move and walk this earth freely. This was very important to him. He wanted to live without restriction and he did!
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother,...
Mr. Keith D. Conway, Tee-Pee to most, was born on March 17, 1956 in Asheville, NC, to the late Mrs. Eula Mae Jones Mack and James Conway.
He attended Asheville City Schools. He loved to drive...
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