Austin Delano Conley: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020
Austin Delano Conley, fondly known as “Mouse,” went home to be with the Lord on February 10, 2020. He was born on September 18, 1940. He was the husband of the late Brenda Jacobs Conley, who passed away on December 1, 2019. He served in the United States Army from 1959-1961. He was a member of Masonic Lodge #529. His strong work ethic and devotion to provide for his family led him to working several jobs throughout his life, many requiring him to travel from home. No matter where he was working, or how far away, he always looked forward to coming back to his home town of Andrews. Later in life, he worked in the furniture industry, working at Stanley Furniture in Robbinsville for many years and eventually retiring from Baker Furniture in Andrews. He had an entrepreneurial spirit that kept him motivated to have many other ventures ranging from tomato and tobacco farming to opening a garden supply store in his beloved community of Rhodo. Being a self-made master craftsman who loved to work with his hands, he built the house in which he, and his late wife, Brenda, raised their family. His talent for welding produced many beautiful pieces, including wood burning steel stoves that kept the family warm through cold winters.
Many may remember Mouse in his younger years for building and operating a dirt race-car track below his home in Rhodo; and, for wrecking many cars on that track including two Thunderbirds. Others may remember him for his music-making. He taught himself how to play the fiddle, banjo, and guitar and loved to play with his buddies.
Austin was the youngest boy of 10 children belonging to the late Frank and Alberta McCullough Conley. He was proceeded in death by sisters, Rena Walden (Butch) of Bear DE, June McGee of Dalton GA, Jerry Roper (Carl) of Andrews, Jane Raxter (Dennis) of Andrews; and brothers, Frank Conley Jr. (Joy) of Andrews, and David Conley of Andrews. He is survived by his siblings, Douglas Conley of Cookeville TN, Sarah Webster (Larry) of Robbinsville, and Alice Stewart (Jay) of Robbinsville.
Austin is survived by three daughters Jeana Conley of Andrews (Randy Bryant), April Tallant of Robbinsville (Mack Tallant), and Susann McWhorter of Caledonia, MS. He was the proud papaw of three grandsons: Alex Hardin of Atlanta, GA, Chase Hardin of Charlotte, and Jackson Tallant of Robbinsville. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and loving neighbors who visited him frequently during the last years of his life.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 15, 2020 in the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews with the Rev. Scott Roper officiating. The interment will be in Valleytown Cemetery with military graveside rites conducted by the Hayesville VFW Post 6812, Hayesville American Legion Post 532, and Murphy American Legion Post 96 and masonic graveside rites conducted by the Andrews Masonic Lodge No. 529. Pallbearers will be Alex and Chase Hardin, Mack and Jackson Tallant, Jon and Greg Conley, David and Dale Raxter, Lloyd and Jamie Donaldson, Todd Webster, Andrew Stewart, and Howell Jacobs.
The family will receive friends from 12-1:45 Saturday afternoon at the Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews prior to the services.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made in memory of Austin Conley to the Alzheimer’s Association, PO Box 96011, Washington D.C. 20090-6011 or www.alz.org.
Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of all arrangements.
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Jean Brooks: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020
Affectionately known as “Miss Jean” from her years of service as the director and owner of Miss Jean’s Early Learning Center in Pensacola, Florida. She helped parents love and care for their children in their formative years.
She was preceded in death by her husband James H. Brooks, Sr.
In addition to many loving friends, and her cherished Chihuahua named Austin, she is survived by three children and their spouses: James H. Brooks, Jr. and wife Debbie, David W. Brooks and wife Debbie, and Karen A. Moree and husband Herb. She is also survived by six grandchildren and their families: Christopher David Brooks and his wife Rebecca Levin Brooks and their children, William Jacob and Amelia Rose Brooks; David Hunter Brooks and his wife Diana Watkins Brooks and their children, Julia Meade and Meredith Miller Brooks; Lindsay Brooks Watson and her husband Doug Watson, and their daughter Sophie Elizabeth Watson; Jamie Nunamaker Williams and her husband Ryan, and their children Katelyn Elise, Clairise Alexandria, and Calvin Henry; Jennifer Nunamaker Crawford and her son Ivan James; and her youngest grandson Noah Joel Moree. Jean took great joy in her many children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Jean enjoyed gardening, reading and studying her Bible. She was a member of Olive Baptist Church in Pensacola, Florida, and of Moss Memorial Baptist Church while she lived with her daughter in North Carolina. She was devoted to her Sunday School class and compatriots in the study of scripture. She loved LeeAnn Ward and Liz Seaton who aided her and were constant companions in her later years. She treasured her neighbors, Ray and Norma Simmons, who are appreciated for their caring support. We are comforted by the knowledge that she rests in Heaven with many loved ones and her Lord and Savior.
Her life was distinguished by her love for her God, family, friends, and neighbors. Indomitable in spirit, fiercely independent, and possessing a natural business acumen, she distinguished herself in life. Her exceptional work ethic and expectations of the same from others set her apart in everything she did, from her studies in scripture to the business she built and operated.
Funeral services will be held at Bayview Fisher-Pou Chapel on February 14th, 2020 at 2:00 PM. Visitation will be at the same location and date at 1:00 PM. The chapel is located at 3351 Scenic Highway #90e, Pensacola, FL 32503.
Memorial donations can be made in lieu of flowers to the American Cancer Society.
Bayview Fisher-Pou Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be offered at www.bayviewfisher-pouchapel.com.
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Sally Morgan McTaggart: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020
Sally Morgan McTaggart, 72, of Andrews passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2020 in an Asheville care center. She was a native and lifelong resident of Cherokee County. Sally had worked for both Emerson and American Thread. She enjoyed spending time with her family and watching her grandkids play football.
She was the daughter of the late Ralph Newton and Hattie Rachel Rogers Morgan and the wife of the late Charles Marvin “Sonny” McTaggart, who died November 20, 2019. She was also preceded in death by a son, Danny Ray Morgan; and a brother, Richard Morgan.
Surviving are a son, Jeff McTaggart of Andrews; a step-son, Charles David McTaggart of Andrews; a sister, Patsy Deetz of Andrews; two brothers, Billy Ray Morgan and Jimmy Ed Morgan, both of Robbinsville; four grandchildren, Slade and Bailey McTaggart, and Matthew and Nick McTaggart; a great-grandson; a special niece, Shana Kent and several other nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 22, 2020 in Valleytown Cemetery with Rev. Ralph Barnard officiating. Pallbearers will be Joseph Deetz, Bailey and Slade McTaggart, and Chandler, Michael, and Dale Morgan.
The family will receive friends from 12-1:45 Saturday afternoon, February 22 at the Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews.
Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of all arrangements.
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Michael Edward Cox: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020
Michael Edward Cox, 53, of Murphy passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at his residence.
He was the son of Ann Plonkey Sepulveda of Three Rivers, Michigan and the late Merlin Dean Cox.
Surviving, in addition to his mother, are four daughters, Madison Cox Hedden of Chatsworth, Georgia, Harley Cox of Blue Ridge, Georgia, Samantha Cox of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and Danielle Seabolt of Ellijay, Georgia; two sisters, Christine Cox of Three Rivers, Michigan and Carolyn Frohriep of Sturgis, Michigan; and a brother, Harold Cox of Three Rivers.
No services are planned.
Ivie Funeral Home, Murphy in charge of arrangements.
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Doug Ossman: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020
Doug Ossman, 89, of Hayesville passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family Thursday, February 13, 2020 at his home. He was a native of Nyack, New York and worked as a civil engineer for the New York Department of Transportation for more than 33 years. He had retired to New Bern, North Carolina, where he had served as a Stephen Minister before moving to Hayesville.
Doug was a member of the Knights of Columbus of the 4th Degree. He was also a member of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Doug had a big heart, and loved his family and the Lord. He also enjoyed woodcarving, especially birds.
He was the son of the late Edwin Kenneth and Edna Mae Scandell Ossman.
Surviving are his loving wife of 48 years, Jan Ossman; three daughters, Nancy Blackford and husband, Bill, Gail Messina and husband, Carmen, and Carol Keeping; two sons, Jon Ossman and wife, Sailene, and Dr. Paul Ossman and wife, Paige, and their three children, Kate, Ellie, and Sam Ossman.
A funeral mass will be held at 12:00 p.m. Friday, February 21, 2020 in the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church with Father Alex Ayala and Rev. Mr. Carl Hubbell officiating.
A luncheon will follow in the Sister Terry Fellowship Hall.
The inurnment will be at a later date at Greenleaf Memorial Park in New Bern.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made in memory of Doug Ossman to the Good Shepherd Hospice, 75 Medical Park Lane, Suite C, Murphy, NC 28906 or the Knights of Columbus, KoFC Council 14087, 214 Aquone Road, Andrews, NC 28901.
Ivie Funeral Home, Hayesville in charge of arrangements.
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James “Jim” Edward Vance: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020James “Jim” Edward Vance, age 79 of Murphy, NC passed away Sunday, February 9, 2020.
He was born in Allegheny County, PA to the late Robert and Edna Humes Vance. James was a civil engineer. In his younger years, James enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was an instructor at Chatuge Gun Club for 15 yeras and was a marksman. James was a humble, kind and loving man. He enjoyed spending time with his family. James was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church. br>
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one brother, Bobby Vance.
He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Sandra Vance; three sons, Edward “Eddie” Vance and wife Randi of Charlotte, NC, Kevin Vance and wife Kristen of Cummings, GA and Tommy Hogsed and wife Angela of Hayesville, NC; one daughter, Jeanette Bulick and husband David of Summerville, SC; one brother, Jack Vance and wife Joanne of Pensacola, FL; one sister, Katheryneann and husband Gene of Philadelphia, PA; and five grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 12 pm, Friday, February 14, 2020 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home Chapel in Murphy. Rev. Edward Carter and Rev. Calvin Murphy will officiate.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
You may send tributes to the family at www.mem.com
Edith Elouise Arrowood Stiles: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020Edith Elouise Arrowood Stiles, age 94 of Murphy passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2020.
Edith was born in Cherokee County, NC to the late John and Della Creasman Arrowood. Edith was a member of Maltby Baptist Church where she was the bookkeeper for over 50 years. She also served as president for the Cherokee County Extension Homemakers group and the bookkeeper for the cattle sales barn.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold Julius Stiles.
Edith is survived by her sons, Tommy Stiles and wife Pam and Jeff Stiles and wife Lisa; daughter, Beth Stiles; brother, Howard Arrowood and wife Cheryl; sister Dean Minor and husband Dave; grandchildren, Ryan Stiles and wife Christin, Brandon Stiles, Brandi Stiles and Casey Henson and husband Kenny; and great-grandchildren, Bria, Brodi, Della, Tripp and Kylar.
Funeral Services will be held at 3 pm, Friday February 14, 2020 at the Maltby Baptist Church. Pastor Harold Stiles and Pastor Kenny White will officiate. Pallbearers will be Ryan Stiles, Brandon Stiles, Kenny Henson, Mitchell Arrowood, Rick Stiles and Blake Arrowood. Honorary pallbearers will be Terry Stiles, Don Stiles and Ronnie Stiles. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 1-3 pm, Friday, February 14, 2020 at Maltby Baptist Church.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements.
You may send tributes to the family at www.mem.com
Georgia “Joy” Shagena: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020
It is with laden hearts we announce the passing of our loving sister, and mother, Georgia “Joy” Shagena, February 12, 2020.
Joy was born December 6, 1952 in Harvey, Illinois, but for the last nine years she’s called Murphy, North Carolina her home.
She is preceded in death by both parents: JD and Ruth Garitson, but is survived by daughters: Tammy Lutes and Janie Hill of Kentucky and of Bradenton, Florida; and three loving grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
She is also survived by her four sisters: Gail Lapp, spouse (Eli), Judy Colson, (Ray) of Bradenton, Florida and Nancy Clark (James), Robin Kline (Tom) of Murphy NC.
Joy enjoyed attending services and was a member, who attended Messiah Episcopal Church here in Murphy regularly; she also worked diligently in animal rescue.
She had a tenacious heart, and enjoyed volunteering with a passion. It is due to such a passions she found herself working with several local animal outreach programs, including the local Thrift Store—where proceeds are disbursed, and used to provide care for displaced, and sadly, unwanted animals.
It is in closing we humbly invite all community, family, and friends to attend a celebration of life services for Joy on Saturday, February 15, 2020, at 1 pm at the Messiah Episcopal Church located at 76 Peachtree Street Murphy, NC.
In lieu of flowers, it was her wish, all proceeds be mailed to: Valley River Human Society 7450 US-19 Marble, NC 28905 in honor of Joy Shagena.
She was a devoted mother, and sister, and Joy to all who knew and loved her. Go rest high on that mountain love; until we meet again. You take a piece of our hearts with you.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
You may send tributes to the family at www.mem.com
Don Downer: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020Don Downer, age 79 of Murphy, NC passed away Friday, February 14, 2020.
He was born in Denver, Colorado to the late George and Mary Gabriel Downer. Don worked for Car Quest in Blairsville, GA. He was a member of Little Brasstown Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one son, Eric Downer.
He is survived by his wife, Annette Hyatt Downer; one daughter, Karie Clayton and husband Bryan; two granddaughters, Laynee Adams and husband Jerome and Lacie Knight; three great-grandchildren, Harper Clayton, Blakelee Knight and Brixton Adams.
Funeral Services will be held at 6:30 pm, Monday, February 17, 2020 at the Little Brasstown Baptist Church. Rev. Aud Brown will officiate. Music will be provided by Susie Graham.
The family will receive friends from 5 pm – 6:30 pm, Monday, February 17, 2020 at the Little Brasstown Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Little Brasstown Baptist Church Brotherhood, PO Box 12, Brasstown, NC 28902.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
You may send tributes to the family at www.mem.com
Luciano Perez: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020Luciano Perez, age 55 of Murphy passed away Monday, February 10, 2020.
Luciano was born in Bejucal, Cuba to Luz and Reina Gonzalez Perez. Luciano worked at the ValleyRiver Casino as a steward.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Julie Congleton Perez; sons, Brenton Barber and wife, Haylie and Barrett Barber and wife, Amber; brothers, Augustin Perez and Daniel Perez and wife, Katherine; sister, Maria Perez; grandchildren, Zane, Zoey and Vincent Barber; nephews, Gary Cunningham and wife, Sabrina and Timothy Daigle; great-niece, Emma Cunningham and great-nephews, Kile Cunningham and Camber Daigle.
A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m Thursday, February 13, 2020 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home Chapel of Murphy.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Euverla Brockman Kent: Obituary
Obituaries February 15, 2020Euverla Brockman Kent, age 88 of Murphy passed away Sunday, February 9, 2020. She was the daughter of the late Jonathan “Poley” and Sarah Bell Brockman.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Horace Kent; sons, Richard Kent and Bobby Kent; brothers Vernon and Homer Brockman and sister, Estalena Smith.
Euverla is survived by her children and their spouses, Tony and Kathy Kent, Tommy Joe and Jackie Kent, Brenda Palmer and Janet and Ron Hollifield; 13 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 1pm, Wednesday February 12, 2020 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home in Murphy. Dr. Rev. Chester Jones will officiate. Pallbearers will be Brandon Kent, Derek Jefferies, Daniel Kent, Bryan Kent, Scott Kent, Shannon Palmer and Darren Palmer. Honorary pallbearers will be granddaughters, Rebecca Jefferies, Kristy Kent-Young and Samantha Eagle. Burial will be in Hanging Dog Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 11am-1pm, Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home in Murphy.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
You may send tributes to the family at www.mem.com
Douglas R. White: Obituary
Obituaries February 9, 2020
Douglas R. White, 71, of Brasstown passed away Friday, February 07, 2020 in a Canton, Georgia hospital. He was a native of Freeport, NY, but grew up in Wantagh, NY, and moved to Clay County four years ago. He worked most of his life as a computer programmer, and later retired from Home Depot.
He was the son of the late Peter and Gertrude Wolff White.
Surviving are his fiancé, Mildred Wrenn of Brasstown; a son, Jason P. White of Wylie, Texas; two sisters, Nancy Ullger of Pennsylvania, and Michelle White Mark of Arkansas; two grandchildren, Kiernan White and Arianna White.
No services are planned.
Ivie Funeral Home, Murphy in charge of all arrangements.
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Mary Samantha West: Obituary
Obituaries February 9, 2020
Mary Samantha West, age 89 of Andrews passed away Saturday, February 8, 2020.
Mary was the daughter of the late Harve and Emily Bryson. She retired from the Lee Co. where she worked as a supervisor. Mary loved her grandchildren, working in her garden and flowers.She was a member of Valleytown Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gene West and brothers, Alonzo and Paul Bryson.
Mary is survived by her daughter, Debra Morgan and her husband, Jerry of Andrews and grandchildren, Zachary Morgan, Rebecca Morgan and William Morgan and his wife, Allie.
Funeral services will be held at 1pm, Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at the Townson-Rose Chapel of Andrews. Pastor Randy Collins will officiate. Pallbearers will be Zachary Morgan, William Morgan, Jerry Morgan, Larry Rogers, Eddie West and Alan Morgan. Burial will be in Red Marble Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 12-1pm, Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at the Townson-Rose Chapel of Andrews.
You may send tributes to the family at www.townson-rose.com
Townson-Rose Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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Leeola McClure: Obituary
Obituaries February 9, 2020
Leeola McClure, 82 of Hayesville passed away Thursday, February 06, 2020 in a Blairsville, Georgia hospital.
Arrangements are incomplete at this time, but will be announced later by Ivie Funeral Home, Hayesville.
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Daniel Luther Braswell Sr: Obituary
Obituaries February 9, 2020
Daniel Luther Braswell, Sr, 90, of Robbinsville passed away Wednesday, February 05 in a Flat Rock care facility.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Ivie Funeral Home, Murphy in charge of all arrangements.
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Thelma Rose Martin: Obituary
Obituaries February 5, 2020Thelma Rose Martin, born in Bassett, Virginia on December 24, 1931, passed on February 4, 2020. Survived by her five children: Terry Clay Martin of Hayesville, NC, Michael Anthony Martin of Laurel Fork, Virginia, Patrick Edward Martin and his wife Lena of Murphy, NC, Lisa Rochelle McMain of Cumming, Ga and Scott David Martin of Asheville, NC. She now joins her husband Joseoh O. Martin and son John. Thelma had a long, wonderful life full of ups and downs as you would expect. However there is something important to be remembered here as she passes. Something at risk of being forgotten in today’s complex world of technology and superficial social connection.
Thelma was born in Bassett, Va and grew up in My. Airy, NC, a small town in rural America. Her husband Tony worked away most of their married life on board oil tanker ships and later, as an iron worker constructing suspension bridges and high rise buildings such as the Pan Am building in New York City and the Wachovia Bank building in Winston-Salem,NC, so he was often away from home. Thelma and her children ran a farm in southwestern Virginia for many years. During this time all of the responsibility of the homestead fell on Thelma’s shoulders. She raised the children, tended the animals and garden, paid the bills and dealt with every adversity with determination and grit.
She would turn heads when she put on her makeup and got all “dolled-up” to go out with her husband. She was strikingly beautiful and wonderfully graceful as she aged. If you were kind to her and her family, she loved you to death. But if you crossed her or those she loved, her stare would make you shake in your shoes. She was fiercely loyal to her family. She was honest deep down to her bones. She was a lovely, wonderful woman who bore the responsibilities of the time and age she lived-in with a smile. She loved babies with a passion and stated at the ripe old age of 88 that she would have another baby today, if she could.
If you knew her in her later years you would never know about her challenges in raising a family because she believed life was about “doing what you are supposed to do”. Thelma never complained. She felt a sense of honor in making sure the life of everyone around her ran as smoothly as could be.Thelma raised her family quietly and confidently. Without Thelma, and the many women like her, America would not be what it is today. Women like Thelma Rose Martin deserve to be remembered.
A memorial service will be held at 5 pm, Saturday, February 8, 2020 at Townson-Rose Funeral Home Chapel in Murphy. Rev. Calvin Murphy will officiate.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.