Hayesville Yellow Jackets third round playoff preview
Hayesville Basketball, Sports, TeamFYNSports February 28, 2020
The Hayesville Yellow Jackets will be traveling to Chatham Charter on Saturday, Feb. 29, to play in the third round of the NCHSAA playoffs. The Yellow Jackets beat Chatham Charter last year in the playoffs. Yet, last year Chatham Charter traveled to Hayesville while this year it is reversed. Hayesville will be making the five-plus hour trip to Chatham, it will be their first road game in the playoffs.
First Hayesville need to handle the road trip, long trips can be tough. You cannot stay focused for the entirety of such a long trip, but need to find the right time to start dialing it in. Hayesville will need to find a way to slow down senior Jordan Hamilton who is averaging 20.2 points per game and 9.4 rebounds per game. Hamilton is also averaging 19 points and 12.5 rebounds in the playoffs. As well, Chatham Charter has five players averaging eight points per game. Four of those five players are seniors as well so they are a very experienced team.
Here is what Hayesville head coach Mike Cottrell had to say about the upcoming third-round game.
- Big win over Pine Lake Prep any thoughts on your teams second round win?
Great win in front of an inspired hometown crowd. Team played tough down the stretch and found some things on defense that were effective. Team is getting better at adjusting to game and different opponents.
- What do you know about Chatham Charter your second round opponent?
Very good team. Play well together. Great ball movement. Share the ball. Have a very skilled smart post player that leads them. Will have to figure a way to guard him effectively.
- How do quick turnarounds only 1 day between games and a long road trip change how you get ready for games?
We will keep things as normal as possible. Same practice plan. Kids are focused and used to playing this type of schedule. Travel is always tough but I think our people will show up and support this team like they have done all year. Have to go on the road and win a few to do what they want. Great experience.
- What does your team need to do to win and advance on Saturday?
Continue to play great defense. Adjust to game situations and continue to get better at execution on both ends of the floor.
Here is what Chatham Charter head coach Jason Messier had to say about the upcoming third-round game.
- What do you know about your 3rd round opponent Hayesville?
We played them in the second round of the state playoffs last year, so we have some familiarity with them.
- Describe your team a little, what do you do well, do you play fast slow, like to press etc.
We have a good group of young men that play hard and leave everything they have on the court.
- How is your team’s overall health coming into this game?
We are as healthy as we have been all season.
- What does your team need to do to win on Saturday?
Play our game. Limit turnovers, rebound and play solid defense.
This game has the potential to be the best game in the state on Saturday. TeamFYNSports will be giving updates every quarter and multiple updates in the fourth quarter.
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Roger Keith Spiva: Obituary
Obituaries March 1, 2020Roger Keith Spiva, age 56 of Murphy, NC passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2020.
He was a native and lifelong resident of Cherokee County, NC and the son of the late Edwin and Zetta Kidd Spiva. Roger was a mechanic and a member of Ogreeta Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one brother, Edwin Spiva, Jr.
He is survived by his wife, Debra Spiva; two daughters, Alex Spiva and husband Jonathan Weaver and Sheena Spiva and fiance Lonnie Farmer; two brothers, Steve Spiva and Robert Hartness; one sister, Nancy Anderson; six grandchildren, Trinity Garrett, Logan Hilton, Lindy Garrett, Eli Farmer, Traven Mowery and Aiden Weaver.
A memorial service will be held at 3 pm, Sunday, March 1, 2020 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home Chapel in Murphy. Rev. Derek Tilley will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 2-3 pm, Sunday, March 1, 2020 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
You may send tributes to the family at www.mem.com
Richard Parker: Obituary
Obituaries March 1, 2020
Richard Parker, 93, a lifelong resident of Andrews passed away Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga.
Richard was the son of the late Murray Parker and Ina Mae Thompson Parker Queen. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Vincent, John C., and Billy Joe; and sister, Emma Jean Parker Voiles.
He is survived by his wife, Iris Mehaffey Parker; step-daughter, Leslie Rothenberger and husband, Peter of Hickory, North Carolina; a granddaughter, Kinsey Rothenberger; and a friend who was like a son, Gayland Trull. Survivors also include several nieces and nephews.
Richard was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving in both World War II and the Korean Conflict.
Richard’s life was one of fun, food, and adventure. While he cared for many things, his great love was the Andrews-Murphy Airport and flying. Richard’s name is synonymous with the airport. He has been associated with this facility for seventy years and in many capacities. He has watched it grow from a grass field in the Wood Farm to a first-rate airport, of which he was very proud. Richard flew for the Phillips & Jordan Company until they moved to Knoxville, Tennessee. His great love for this airport and his home here in this beloved valley kept him here in the role of airport manager. Richard’s efforts to improve and ensure the growth gave him statewide recognition in the aviation field. In November 2010, he was presented the Appreciation of Service Award by the state Division of Aviation.
Also in recognition of his years of service in 2017, he was honored by having the terminal building named The Richard Parker Terminal. At this dedication, he was also presented with a WWII-era set of Army Air Corps silver wings and one of General Devereaux general’s star.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, March 1, 2020 in the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews with military honors provided by Murphy American Legion Post 96, Hayesville VFW Post 6812, and Hayesville American Legion Post 532 and with Revs. Dana Dockery and Jack Hollowell officiating. Pallbearers will be Sam Davis, Chuck Grant, Charles West, John Payne, Joe Gibson, and Fred Payne. Marion Jones will serve as honorary pallbearer.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:45 p.m. Sunday, March 1, 2020 at the Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made in memory of Richard Parker to the Western Carolina Youth Aviation Foundation at WCYAF, PO Box 1399, Hayesville, NC 28904.
Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of all arrangements.
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JC Moss: Obituary
Obituaries March 1, 2020
JC Moss of Smyrna, Georgia, originally from Hayesville, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2020. He was a loving husband, dad, Papaw, brother, uncle and friend. JC enjoyed spending time with his granddaughters and family, trout fishing, and playing his mandolin. He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict and retired from General Motors after 34 years.
He is survived by his wife Mary Frances Scroggs Moss; daughters, Michelle Moss and Melaine Moss Everson (Marty Everson); son, Jeffrey Moss; granddaughters, Brianna Moss, Jessi Moss, and Miranda Everson; as well as sisters, Murrell Rogers (Edward Rogers), Brenda Rogers (Ben Rodgers); brother, Everett Moss; and a great number of nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 2-4 pm Saturday, February 29, 2020 at the Carmichael Funeral Home in Smyrna, with a service to follow at 4 pm in the chapel. A graveside service will be held at 1 pm Sunday, March 1, 2020 at the Union Hill Cemetery in Hayesville.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Alzheimer’s of peripheral neuropathy research charitable organizations such as ALZ.org and foundationforpn.org in memory of JC.
Ivie Funeral Home, Hayesville in charge of local arrangements.
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Hayesville Yellow Jackets round one playoff preview
Hayesville Basketball, Sports, TeamFYNSports February 24, 2020
The Hayesville Yellow Jackets will be hosting the Swain Co. Maroon Devils in the first round of the NCHSAA playoffs. The game will be played following the girls game with a tentative start time of 8:00 p.m. The Yellow Jackets have worked hard this season winning a conference regular-season championship and conference tournament championship.
This has garnered them the fifth overall seed in the west region guaranteeing, if they win, at least two home playoff games. Its impressive when thinking out of 111 teams, Hayesville is in the top 16 of the state that has home court advantage through two rounds. First though, they have to take care of business against Swain Co. Ever heard the old saying it’s hard to beat a good team three times? Well what about beating a good team four times, because that’s what is required of Hayesville if they want to move on.
Playoff Bracket
Swain is 14-10 on the year but with several close losses to high level teams. Their biggest wins of the year were against Cherokee and Brevard showing they can beat good teams on the right night. They are a very high scoring group averaging 72.1 points per game and averaging 5.9 3-pointers made per game. If Swain Co. gets hot, they could trouble the Jackets, who will need to close out well on Maroon Devil jump shots.
Here is what Swain Co. head coach Scotty McMahan has to say about the playoff matchup.
- It is pretty rare to play a team four times in a year. How does that affect this matchup?
You know I don’t know if it affects us much. I mean a third of our losses this year have been to Hayesville. I think early on in the year when we played at Hayesville we were still trying to figure out who we were. Had a chance to win the second one in the regular season and just didn’t quite do the right things in the tournament to keep it close. This is the first time in a long time we have played someone four times in a year. I don’t know if there’s a lot of pressure on us, were just going to try and play our best and see what happens.
- What players are your stars/key players?
I don’t know if we have one specific star but if we get everyone on the same page we can play really well. There was a game or two where not everyone was on the boat and that affected us. I don’t know if we have one star, but we have emphasized the family and team aspect so much and that’s what has gotten us to 14 wins rather than one or two players.
- How does being the away team make this game more difficult?
At this point in the year we have probably played 13 or 14 road games. They are known for their student section, being a tough place to play, a tough place to shoot in. I am not saying our guys have seen everything but have seen a lot and are more prepared to play there then they were the first time. It is a very tough place to play. We have only won there a couple times in the last 8-10 years. I don’t think there is added pressure though we just need to not turn the ball over and make some shots.
- How is your team’s health overall?
We had one kid who didn’t play against Hayesville in the tournament. He is not a starter but is a great energy guy off the bench. He was battling the flu but is ready to go now. So barring anything happening in practice today we have everybody available and everyone back on track.
- For your team to win this game your team needs to do what?
We have to shut down Kolbe Ashe and not let him do his thing of picking us apart. They really hurt us with some pick and rolls. Also need to limit Jake McTaggart from getting second chance points. Our kids have to attack the basket instead of settling for stuff. Thats what happened we had a lead in the second game and in the second half instead of continuing to take it to them we let them dictate what we were doing. The thing that Hayesville does so well is they make you play four quarters. Coach Cottrell is a great coach. They are not going to make a lot of mistakes while trying to force you into mistakes. If we can limit our mistakes and play like we can I think we have a good chance.
Here is what Hayesville Yellow Jacket head coach Mike Cottrell has to say about the playoff matchup.
- What are your expectations/goals in the playoffs?
Just to play our best basketball during this stretch. The kids have worked hard to have this opportunity. It will be fun to watch what they do with it.
- How do you feel about playing Swain for the fourth time this year, and what do you expect from them?
Anytime you play your conference teams in playoffs there are some concerns. Swain is a very good team. We will have to play very well to win. Being familiar can cause some issues but have to play well no matter who we are matched up with.
- If there is one key as a team to your playoff success what would it be?
Need to take care of the ball and get quality shots on offense. Must defend well and rebound in the playoffs to give yourself a chance.
The keys to the game for both teams will be rebounding and turnovers. If one team is able to drastically out rebound and have a higher turnover margin they would have to be the heavy favorite. Hayesvilles key will be offensive execution, when the Yellow Jackets run through their offenses multiple times in a possession it almost always results in basket. Swain’s key to the game is can they knock down shots, through three games against Hayesville they have not gotten hardly any points inside. That probably won’t change so can they knock down jumpers, that will be the key to the game for them.
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Hayesville Lady Yellow Jackets round one playoff preview
Hayesville Basketball, Sports, TeamFYNSports February 24, 2020
The Hayesville Lady Yellow Jackets will be hosting the Polk Co. Lady Wolverines in the first round of the NCHSAA state playoffs. The game will be played at 6:30 p.m. at the Hayesville High School gymnasium. It is a season-long goal for every team to host a first-round playoff game. There are 112 teams playing girls basketball in the NCHSAA, only 64 make the playoffs and only 32 get to host a first round game. This will be a matchup of two 15-win teams each from strong conferences.
The Hayesville girls are up and down, at times capable of playing with the best teams in the state as shown in their wins against Cherokee and Robbinsville. Then at other times, we have seen them falter against some lesser teams when shots aren’t falling. While Polk Co. started the year 12-1, they have faltered down the stretch against some tough competition going 3-7 to end the year. This has all the makings of a great game and one of the more exciting matchups in all of the first round matchups.
Playoff Bracket
Polk Co. is very young with not a single senior on the team. As a team, they average 52.7 points per game. They are led in scoring by a sophomore Olivia Overholt with 15.9 points per game, followed by a junior Marissa Twitty who averages 9.3. They only average 1.9 3-pointers made per game, so they look to get it inside often.
It will be interesting to see how such a long road trip will affect the Lady Wolverines. Long road trips can have adverse effects on young teams. Can they make their trip and come out with good focus early in the game? It is a 135-mile one way trip, probably taking about three hours by bus. The Lady Jackets need to get after it early to give them a better chance at a win.
Here are Polk Co. Wolverines head coach Brandy Alm’s thoughts on the first round playoff game.
1.What do you know about your opponent Hayesville and expect from them.
I know very little about Hayesville, I know they play in a tremendous conference and are very aggressive.
2. How would you describe your team, things they do well, are you fast paced or slow paced, etc?
We definitely play hard and try to create offense through our defensive intensity.
3. Who are your star/key players?
Our leading scorer is sophomore, Olivia Overholt.
Here are Hayesville Lady Yellow Jackets head coach Chad McClure’s thoughts on the first round game.
- What are your expectations/goals in the playoffs?
Playoffs are an exciting time especially when you get to host games. Anything can happen on any given night so you just prepare the best you can and try to win and advance. This young team has competed all year and I expect that to continue. Right now the goal is to take it one game at a time and advance as far as possible.
- What do you know about your opponent and what type of game can fans expect?
Polk County plays in a very good 1A/2A league and finished third. They have several good players and are very similar to us, so fans can expect an exciting game. They have won 15 games like us so it should be fun and a great atmosphere. I encourage all fans to be here and support these teams.
- If there is one key as a team to your playoff success what would it be?
We have to continue to play quality defense and rebound. If we shoot it well and execute on offense, we will be a tough out for anyone.
This game has all the makings of a hotly contested playoff matchup. The key for Hayesville can they execute on offense and get good looks? Secondly, can they knock down shots when they get good looks? When the Lady Yellow Jackets have shot well in games, they have been very tough to beat. Lastly, can they get off to a good start.
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Hayesville Yellow Jackets win conference tournament
Hayesville Basketball, Sports, TeamFYNSports February 20, 2020
On Wednesday night the Hayesville Yellow Jackets traveled to Rosman to take on the Cherokee Braves in the conference tournament final. This was on short notice as potential winter weather moved all these championship games from Friday to Wednesday night. Hayesville was looking to avenge their only conference loss of the year when Cherokee upset them last week. Hayesville played with consistency and poise all night long leading to their 62-47 point victory.
Junior Blakes McClure drives strong to the rim.
In the first quarter Cherokee came out firing hitting some early threes. Hayesville didn’t quite have their offense running smoothly early in the game but were able to keep it close. While it felt like Cherokee had outplayed the Yellow Jackets in the first quarter somehow they only led by 1 point at the end of the quarter 17-16.
In the second quarter Hayesvilles consistent play started to push Cherokee and they couldn’t keep up. Cherokee is a very streaky team in terms of their offense. If your defense falters they will quickly put up five threes on you and take a double digit lead. At times though due to lack of offensive structure they struggle to find easy points. Hayesvilles great defense and rebounding really negatively affected Cherokee.
Give credit to sophomore Kolbe Ashe he did not come off the floor a single time on this night as is often the case. His poise and leadership is a big reason for the Yellow Jackets consistency. While he doesnt always put up flashy numbers he is the conductor of the train for Hayesville basketball. All this led to Hayesville having a 27-26 lead going into halftime.
Sophomore Kolbe Ashe sets up the offense.
In the third quarter Hayesville really started to force their will on the opponent and was flat out outplaying them. They were getting defensive stops, outrebounding the Braves and executing well on offense. With a few late shots though Cherokee was able to cut the lead to seven, trailing the Yellow Jackets 44-37 going into the fourth quarter.
In the fourth quarter it appeared Hayesville was getting ready to run away with it, the referees stepped and made sure that wouldn’t happen. In fairness it was one referee calling two technicals and allowing a lay up to count for Cherokee well after the whistle was blown for the second technical. This gave Cherokee an undeserved 8 point run and gave them a 1 point lead.
Hayesville overcame the run though and battled through adversity to regain control of the game. Running their patented flex offense on three straight possessions, the cousin duo of juniors Blake and Hayden McClure went on their own little run. Each possession Blake hit Hayden on a cut to block with Hayden finishing each layup opportunity. This gave Hayden 6 straight points and Blake 3 straight assists. Hayesville hit free throws down the stretch and ended up winning handily 62-47.
Junior Hayden McClure muscles through an opponent for a score.
Hayesville leaders for the night:
Jake McTaggart 18 points
Hayden McClure 14 points
Kolbe Ashe 13 points
Brady Shook 8 points 11 rebounds
Hayesville will next play NCHSAA state playoffs but the opponent is unknown at this time. Check the fynsports social media sites for updates on games and game times which are scheduled to be released sunday afternoon.
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Lady Yellow Jackets lose in battle for third to Robbinsville
Hayesville Basketball, Sports, TeamFYNSports February 20, 2020
On Wednesday night the Hayesville Lady Yellow Jackets traveled back to Rosman to take on the Robbinsville Lady Black Knights. This game was for third place in the conference as the two teams were in a tie and it needed to be broken for playoff seeding. The Lady Yellow Jackets played much better then they had the previous night but the wear of traveling to Rosman two nights in a row started to show late in the game. The Lady Yellow Jackets hung tight but could never get over the hump and lost in close one 55-46.
In the first half both teams played well really pretty evenly in most categories except for one. Robbinsville shot the ball better than the Lady Jackets, this resulted in Hayesville being down 26-16 at the half. As it has been all year for Hayesville when they shoot the ball well they can play with and beat anyone on their schedule. Yet when the shots aren’t falling they don’t quite have capability to beat the top teams in the conference.
In the second half Hayesville pushed hard to try and make a comeback and clinch sole third place from Robbinsville. Senior Jade Patterson did her best to help that effort as the only Lady Yellow Jacket with more than one three on the night going 5-7. It was a back and forth quarter with Hayesville cutting it to single digits several times. Yet the quarter ended with the Lady Jackets trailing 40-28.
Junior Lizzy Brusini drives to the rim.
In the fourth quarter the Lady Yellow Jackets outscored the Lady Knights but their lead was too much at this point. The game ended with Hayesville losing 55-46 in a battle. One wonders what could have the result been had Hayesville not had to play two games in two nights with a 3 hour road trip both ways.
Hayesville leaders for the night:
Jade Patterson 15 points
Brianna Foster 12 points 8 rebounds
Hayesville will next play NCHSAA state playoffs but the opponent is unknown at this time. Check the fynsports social media sites for updates on games and game times which are scheduled to be released sunday afternoon.
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Yellow Jackets advance to conference tournament final
Hayesville Basketball, Hayesville High, TeamFYNSports February 18, 2020
The Hayesville Yellow Jackets took the long trip up to Rosman to compete in the conference tournament semifinals last night. They took on the Swain Co. Maroon Devils who they had previously beaten twice this year. The Devils came to play though and gave the Yellow Jackets all they could handle in the first half. Yet behind star sophomore Jake McTaggarts monster night the Yellow Jackets ran away with it in the second half winning it 79-63.
Junior Hayen McClure fights through traffic for a bucket.
In the first quarter Hayesville and Swain traded punches, neither team having a noticeable edge. Hayesville had trouble getting good post touches in their last matchup with Swain, that was not the case on this night. McTaggart had 8 first quarter points pacing the Jackets early helping them to a first quarter lead of 13 to 9.
In the second quarter Hayesville stopped forcing as many three points shots and really started to spread the ball around. This led to better offensive output in the quarter with 6 different Yellow Jackets scoring. Yet as the Jackets offensive improved so did the Devils who give them credit hit some very tough contested shots in the contest. Yet Hayesville outscored them by two in the second quarter giving them 33 to 27 halftime lead.
In the third quarter Hayesville continued their hot scoring and blitzed the Maroon Devils for 26 third quarter points. It wasn’t that the Devils were not doing their part to try and play right with Hayesville but the Yellow Jackets offense couldn’t be stopped. The third quarter ended with Hayesville in complete control leading 59-44. It has been said all year that when this Hayesville team shoots well, combined with their typically good defense their ceiling is as high as any team in the state.
Sophomore Kolbe Ashe brings the ball up the floor.
The Yellow Jackets got scoring from seven different players in the quarter making them that much harder to stop. Hayesville fans have grown accustomed to watching Kolbe Ashe and McTaggart have regular 20 plus points nights. Yet there have been many nights when that second or third scorer can be either Juniors Blake or Hayden McClure, Paul White, Brady Shook or senior Mark Cothren. Each of the previously mentioned players have all had at least one game of over 13 points this year. When Hayesville gets good output from a third scorer they become a pick your poison team of who to guard on defense.
The fourth quarter saw each team’s role players getting time and the game ending in casual fashion as Hayesvilles lead was too much to overcome. That isn’t to say they left any doubt scoring another 20 points in the fourth quarter. Junior Paul White led the way in the fourth quarter with 5 points as six different Yellow Jackets scored in the quarter.
What set the tone on this night was sophomore Jake McTaggart having a career night with 26 points 25 rebounds and 6 blocks. After struggling against Swain in their last matchup McTaggart left no doubt that more often than not he can’t be stopped. Swain has good size with a player as tall and thicker than McTaggart, but McTaggart showed as he has all year he is not just a big post player. He is very skilled with great post moves, strong ball handling, a very underrated shooter and a determined rebounder.
Freshman Kyle Lunsford outmuscles his opponent for a score.
Hayesville leaders for the night:
Jake McTaggart 26 points 25 rebounds and 6 blocks
Kolbe Ashe 15 points
Paul White 8 points
Brady Shook 8 points
Hayesville will next play in the conference tournament final on Friday against the winner of 2 seed Cherokee and 3 seed Andrews who play tonight.
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Sasha Alley Bojarski: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020Sasha Alley Bojarski, 22 of Murphy, NC passed away Monday February 17, 2020.
Sasha was born in Ft. Lauderdale, FL on April 22, 1997 to Bonita Mazzone Carmelo and David Paul Bojarski. Sasha was a light force, loving mother to her beloved son, Romeo Bojarski Figueroa. She enjoyed music, travel, the beach, the mountain views, and spending time with her friends and family. Her laughter was infectious.
Sasha is survived by her parents, Bonita Mazzone Carmelo and David Paul Bojarski; her sisters, Jodi Burton, Tiana Francis and Jade Aguilar; her brother-in-law’s, Jason Francis and Francineth Aguilar; Romeo’s father, Danny Bryan Figueroa; nieces and nephews: Steele, Nina, Brooke, Asharra and Brooklyn; her loving grandmother, Junea Smart; and many Aunts and Uncles.
The family will receive friends from 12-2 pm, Sunday, February 23, 2020 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home Chapel in Murphy.
A celebration of life will be held at 2 pm, Sunday, February 23, 2020 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home.
Donations can be made on GoFundMe in Sasha’s name.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
You may send tributes to the family at www.mem.com
Mary Jo O’Dell Timpson: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020Mrs. Mary Jo O’Dell Timpson, 96 of Murphy, NC went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 15, 2020. She was the daughter of the late William McKinley O’Dell and Leila Seabolt O’Dell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil J. Timpson; daughters, Nancy Lynn Timpson and Lisa Timpson Fair; son F. Daniel Timpson; brother, Junior O’Dell; sisters, Frances O’Dell, Eloise Lovingood and half-sister, Cheryl Ann O’Dell.
Visitation will be held at Townson-Rose Funeral Home on Saturday, February 22, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., with the funeral services immediately following. Burial will be at Hiwassee Baptist Church Cemetery following the funeral on Saturday. The Reverend James Beasley and Dr. Eddis Dockery will preside at the funeral services. Pallbearers will be Mark Kephart, Jeremy Kephart, Wes Timpson, Ken Timpson, Jason Cooke and Terry Fair. Honorary Pallbearers will be Darrell Timpson, Gary Timpson and Jeff Lovingood.
Mary Jo is survived by her children and their spouses, James and LaVonne Timpson of McDonough, GA, Patricia and Jerry Kephart of Murphy, NC; son-in-law, Terry S. Fair of Tyrone, GA; daughter-in-law, Sharon Timpson of Lawrenceville, GA; special cousins, loved and appreciated by the family, Linda Kaye Seabolt and the Rev. James Beasley; 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. Mary Jo and her family were fortunate to have helped raised 3 nephews who were like brothers in the family, Ronald W. Timpson, deceased, of Locust Grove, GA, Darrell Timpson of McDonough, GA and Gary Timpson of Jonesboro, GA.
Mary Jo was born on May 3, 1923 in Fontana, NC. She was raised in the Great Depression era and experienced many tragic losses at a young age. When Mary Jo was 6, her mother passed away. She also lost her older sister Frances, who died at only 8 years old. Mary Jo and her siblings were taken in and raised by her grandparents, William Napoleon “Poley” and Josephine “Josey” Seabolt. Mary Jo graduated from Murphy High School in 1940. She married Cecil Timpson on January 6, 1943. After Cecil returned from his military service in WWII, the family settled in the Peachtree community and operated a grain mill. In 1948, the family moved to Tillamook, Oregon and lived there for several years. During this time, Nancy Lynn Timpson was born, but passed away as an infant. The family moved back and forth to North Carolina several times over the years, but eventually came back to Murphy permanently in the early 70’s.
Mary Jo was a homemaker for most of her life but did work outside the home in a restaurant that she and Cecil once owned and operated. She also worked in the school lunchroom at Murphy Elementary School for a short time and then provided childcare to many children over the years in her home in Murphy. Mary Jo was an active member of Hiwassee Baptist Church and loved to sing in the choir. Her greatest accomplishments were the many children that she raised and the grandchildren and great-grandchildren that she influenced with her wisdom, kindness and love. Her legacy was her constant encouragement of all her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren to obtain a college education. She felt that a higher education was one of the most important things that any family member accomplished in their life. Mary Jo enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, gospel singing and spending time with her family.
Flowers may be sent to Townson-Rose funeral home or memorials may be made in her honor to the Hiwassee Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Linda K. Seabolt, 95 Bates Creek Road, Murphy, NC 28906.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
You may send tributes to the family at www.mem.com
Keith Norman Lamontagne: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Keith Norman Lamontagne, 70, of Hayesville passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2020 in a Chattanooga, Tennessee hospital. He was a native of Springfield, Massachusetts, where he was raised and worked various jobs. Keith moved to Boston, Massachusetts, where he began work as a clinical social worker. Nearing retirement, he moved to Clay County in 2006, where he continued his work with Clay County Department of Social Services. Keith was known more recently for selling firewood and he had a small shop on Highway 64. He was an avid hiker and camper. He hiked every mountain in New England and had a fondness for Mount Washington. Keith hiked everywhere from the Allagash to the Everglades.
He was the son of Katheryne Cox Lamontagne of South Hadley, Massachusetts and the late Henry Noe Lamontagne. He was also preceded in death by the mother of his two children, Stella Lamontagne.
Surviving, in addition to his mother, are his loving partner, Joann Thompson of Hayesville; three children, Tina Lamontagne of Birmingham, Alabama, Jeremy Lamontagne and wife, Courtney of Fairfax, Virginia, and Siera Lamontagne and fiancé, Adam Wiedman of Clinton, Massachusetts; four brothers, Henry Lamontagne and wife, Ellen, and Kenneth Lamontagne, all of Springfield, Massachusetts, Michael Lamontagne and wife, Elena of South Hadley, Massachusetts, and Timothy Lamontagne and wife, Alicyn of Brasstown; six grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, February 23, 2020 in the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home, Hayesville with the Rev. Derek Tilley officiating. The interment will be in the Sweetwater Methodist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jeremy, Henry, Michael, Timothy, and Samuel Lamontagne, and Dustin Thompson.
The family will receive friends from 1-2:45 Sunday afternoon at the Ivie Funeral Home, Hayesville prior to the services.
Ivie Funeral Home, Hayesville in charge of all arrangements.
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Susan Florence Brockmann: Obituary
Obituaries February 22, 2020
Susan Florence Brockmann, 66, of Murphy passed away Sunday, February 16, 2020 in a Chattanooga, Tennessee hospital. She was a native of High Point, North Carolina and lived in Greensboro, North Carolina before moving to her home in the mountains of Murphy in 2013, which she loved. Susan worked as a bartender throughout her life. She enjoyed being outside and had a deep love for her dogs and all animals in general. She loved the waterfalls, rivers, and creeks this area provides. Susan loved life and lived life to its fullest. She has left a huge hole in our hearts and lives.
She was the daughter of the late Bill and Doty Coleman.
Surviving are her loving husband, Lee Brockmann; a sister, Nancy Melton; two brothers, Billy and Tim Coleman; several nieces and nephews; and her beloved four cats and two dogs.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Ivie Funeral Home, Murphy in charge of arrangements.
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Lady Yellow Jackets fall in conference tournament semifinal
Hayesville Basketball, Sports, TeamFYNSports February 20, 2020
On Tuesday night the Hayesville Lady Yellow Jackets traveled to Rosman to take on Cherokee in the conference tournament semifinal. Hayesville was coming off an upset of Cherokee the previous week. Cherokee came out firing on all cylinders to ensure Hayesville would not beat them again. That combined with turnover and rebound issues led to Cherokee winning in commanding fashion 76-39.
The first quarter the Lady Yellow Jackets couldn’t get any shots to fall and did their best to limit Cherokee. Yet the quarter ended with Cherokee holding a 16 to 7 point lead. The second quarter is where the game got out of hand with Cherokee scoring 31 second quarter points. The Lady Yellow Jackets struggled with turnovers and rebounding in the second quarter which led to multiple fastbreak opportunities for the Lady Braves. The game went to half time with Cherokee holding a 47 to 12 lead.
In the second half give the Lady Jackets credit they fought hard even with the game out of hand. With starters still in for both teams Hayesville finally found some offense and outscored Cherokee in the third quarter. While outscoring them 17-16 in the quarter entering the fourth it was still a 63-29 lead for Cherokee.
Lila Payne walls off her defender.
The fourth quarter went by fast with Hayesville and Cherokee getting many role players time on the floor. Neither team lit up the scoreboard in the fourth quarter with game ending Cherokee 76 Hayesville 39. It was the type of night where Cherokee brought their A game while Hayesville did not play up to their capability.
Hayesville leaders for the night:
Brianna Foster 12 points
Lizzy Brusini 11 points
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Lisa Jacobs: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020
Lisa Jacobs, 55, of Marble passed away Friday, February 14, 2020.
Arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews.
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Virginia A. Wade: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020
Virginia A. Wade, 82, of Murphy passed away in her home Sunday, February 9, 2020. Born in Binghamton, New York, she came here to Murphy 28 years ago from Tampa, Florida. She was a member of the Murphy Seventh-day Adventist Church.
She leaves behind six children, Robbin, Merri, Jimmy, Mike, Debbie, and Sandy; sister, Joyce; nephew, David; sister-in-law, Ann; and nieces, Rayma and Robbi; 13 grandchildren, Dwayne, Daniel, Jimmy John, Joey, Steven, Harrison, Cheyenne, Aryzona, John, Jamey, Jennifer, Joshua, and Kortni; and 10 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents Arthur and Ada Dalrymple Wade; brother, Richard Wade; grandson, Michael Dale Tuttle; niece, Julee Rabion; and her youngest son, Paul Wade.
No services are planned at this time.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Murphy Adventist Christian School (MACS), 1584 Old Ranger Road, Murphy, NC 28906.
Ivie Funeral Home, Murphy in charge of arrangements.
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