All Obituaries
Robert Haynes, 82, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023 at Mission Hospital. He was born on June 7, 1940 in Asheville, NC to the late Curtis Haynes, Sr. and Elizabeth Sharp Haynes.
Robert worked as a laborer with the City of Asheville until retirement. He was a faithful member of Hill Street Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel Harrison Haynes; son, Robert Haynes, Jr.; brother, Curtis Haynes, Jr.
Left to cherish his memory is son,...
Robert Haynes, 82, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023 at Mission Hospital. He was born on June 7, 1940 in Asheville, NC to the late Curtis Haynes, Sr. and Elizabeth Sharp Haynes.
Robert...
Diana Lytle Williams, 66, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023. She was born November 7, 1956 in Chicago, IL to the late Florene Davidson Lytle and Willie Lee Lytle. She attended the public schools and was a graduate of Asheville High School Class of 1975. Diana was previously employed as a nursing assistant with Mission Hospital.
Diana loved spending time with her grandchildren and other family members. She would go to Goodwill and yard sales just to get out of the house. She loved to...
Diana Lytle Williams, 66, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023. She was born November 7, 1956 in Chicago, IL to the late Florene Davidson Lytle and Willie Lee Lytle. She attended the public...
Nathaniel Ray, 88, a lifelong resident of Asheville, NC, was born January 14, 1934 and transitioned peacefully at his home on January 10, 2023. He was the son of the late Sadie Forney Ray of Weaverville.
Affectionately called “Ray”, he was a graduate of Stephens Lee High School. Ray was drafted into the United States Army and received an Honorable Discharge. Ray enjoyed working. He was personable and courteous to everyone. He was a former employee and...
Nathaniel Ray, 88, a lifelong resident of Asheville, NC, was born January 14, 1934 and transitioned peacefully at his home on January 10, 2023. He was the son of the late Sadie Forney Ray of...
Catherine Ann Webb, 91, passed away Monday, January 9, 2023 at Givens Estates Health Center. She was born in Arden, NC on February 17, 1931 to the late A.J. Webb and Helen McDaniel Webb.
Catherine graduated from Stephens-Lee High School, Class of 1949. She was employed at Steelcase Manufacturing as a quality control technician prior to retirement. Catherine was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church and served as church secretary, choir member, usher and church treasurer.
In...
Catherine Ann Webb, 91, passed away Monday, January 9, 2023 at Givens Estates Health Center. She was born in Arden, NC on February 17, 1931 to the late A.J. Webb and Helen McDaniel...
Louis Rice, Jr. 94, departed this life January 8, 2023 at Mission Hospital. He was born in Asheville, NC on September 12, 1928 to the late Louis Rice, Sr. and Esther Haynes Rice.
Louis was a graduate of Stephens-Lee High School, Class of 1948. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Upon discharge, he moved to Philadelphia, PA and was employed with the United States Postal Service.
Louis returned to Asheville to care for his parents who were experiencing...
Louis Rice, Jr. 94, departed this life January 8, 2023 at Mission Hospital. He was born in Asheville, NC on September 12, 1928 to the late Louis Rice, Sr. and Esther Haynes Rice.
Louis was a...
Mamie Baker Asheville, NC
Mamie Lee Harrison Baker, 88, passed from this world into the arms of Jesus on Friday, December 30, 2022, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was a native of Asheville and the daughter of the late Tom and Carrie Harrison. Mamie attended the Asheville public schools.
Mamie was a kind, loving and compassionate person; always ready and willing to help anyone. She never waited for anyone to ask for help, if she saw help was needed. Mamie provided help right...
Mamie Lee Harrison Baker, 88, passed from this world into the arms of Jesus on Friday, December 30, 2022, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was a native of Asheville and the...
Brenda Holloway Briscoe, 71, passed away Friday, December 23, 2022 at her home.
Brenda was a native of Asheville and a daughter of the late Joseph and Bernice Green Holloway. She attended the Asheville public schools.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Curtis Andrews and Reynolds Holloway; sister, Shirley Thompson; grandson, Keith Holloway.
Surviving family include daughter, Wanda Renita Holloway; son, Antonio Holloway; brother, Larry Holloway; 6...
Brenda Holloway Briscoe, 71, passed away Friday, December 23, 2022 at her home.
Brenda was a native of Asheville and a daughter of the late Joseph and Bernice Green Holloway. She attended...
Sarah Elizabeth Morris came into this world on the sunny afternoon of April 7, 1984. She was a happy baby & a pure joy.
Sarah attended Montessori school from age two until kindergarten. Sarah & Cilla moved to west Asheville in 1992 when Sarah moved to the Erwin school district. She was a 2002 graduate of Clyde A. Erwin High School where she was a member of chorus & marching band.
Sarah went to the YMCA summer day camp for many years where she had a blast. She enjoyed Girl Scout...
Sarah Elizabeth Morris came into this world on the sunny afternoon of April 7, 1984. She was a happy baby & a pure joy.
Sarah attended Montessori school from age two until kindergarten. Sarah...
Wallace Clark, Jr., affectionately known as ‘Bud’ was born March 16, 1951 and peacefully transitioned to his heavenly home on Saturday, November 19, 2022.
Wallace was born to the late Wallace Clark Sr. and Mildred Sherrill Clark, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. In 1953 the family relocated to Asheville, North Carolina. He attended Mountain St. Elementary School, David Millard Middle School, and graduated from Lee H. Edwards High School in 1969. He attended North Carolina Central...
Wallace Clark, Jr., affectionately known as ‘Bud’ was born March 16, 1951 and peacefully transitioned to his heavenly home on Saturday, November 19, 2022.
Wallace was born to the late...
Benjamin Maurice Douglas, 63, passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2022. He was born on November 29, 1959 in Asheville, NC to Mattie Ruth Wells, who preceded him in death on January 20, 2019.
Benjamin attended Aycock Elementary School, Hall Fletcher Middle School and graduated from Asheville High School in 1978. He was a lifelong member of Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church, being active with the deacon board and the usher board, as his health permitted.
After several different positions,...
Benjamin Maurice Douglas, 63, passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2022. He was born on November 29, 1959 in Asheville, NC to Mattie Ruth Wells, who preceded him in death on January 20,...
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