All Obituaries

Lawrence Arlin “Gary” Rice, 77, of Asheville, NC, peacefully passed away at the Charles George VA Medical Center on Friday, June 12, 2026. Lawrence was born in Buncombe County, NC, on October 30, 1948, to the late Willard and Julia Rice. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Guy Perry, JD Rice, and Paul Rice; and his sisters, Bonnie Dyer, Sherry Wheeler, and Willie Jean Perry. Lawrence earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration ...

Timothy Shawn Ledford, 64, of Burnsville, NC passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026 at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. Born October 27, 1961 in Asheville, NC, he was a son of the late Lee and Frances Ledford. In 1980, he graduated from Clyde A. Erwin High School and in 2024, he retired from Grigg Electric after many years of service. He was an avid carp fisherman and possessed a magnetic personality which drew people to him. Tim loved his Lord, his family, and his dogs. Surviving are his ...

Karen Leigh Powell, age 66, of Rosman, North Carolina, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Karen was born to the late William (Bill) and Marsha McKinney of Lake Toxaway, North Carolina. Those who truly knew her understood what an incredible, strong, and loving woman she was. Simply, to know her was to love her. She devoted her life to making sure her daughter had every chance to succeed. Even in the face of adversity, her strength and determination remained evident. She ...

Joseph Grant Warren, 17, of Candler, NC, passed away at his home on June 4, 2026. He was born on July 30, 2008, in Asheville, NC, to Michael Darrell Warren and Andrea Yandle Warren, both of Candler. Joseph was a junior at Enka High School, where he was deeply loved by his classmates. A proud member of the varsity football team, he cherished many memories on the field—especially last year’s big victory over Owen High. Joseph was also a member of Stoney Fork Independent Missionary ...

Lois Carol (Fox) Martelli, 87, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026. Lois lived a life centered on love and family. Born to Charles and Carolyn (Glendon) Fox on July 19, 1938, in Millville NJ, she grew up in a close family with her brothers Nelson and Giles, all of whom she now joins in peace. At the age of 6, Lois overcame all odds after being diagnosed with polio. Her family supported her and she ultimately regained the ability to walk through strength and resilience. Lois was ...

Carl Sean Heatherly, 44, of Hendersonville, NC, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Carl was born on August 1, 1981. He was adopted by the late Kenneth Edward Heatherly (1999) and Beatty Ann Justice (2017).  He is also preceded in death by his brothers, Kenneth Edward Heatherly Jr. and Carl Wesley Heatherly. Carl had a creative spirit and enjoyed art and drawing. He is survived by his siblings, Randy Heatherly, Tammy Cooper, and Angela Sheppard, all of Hendersonville, NC; his ...

Lindsey Renee Boone, age 35, of Asheville, NC, passed away on May 26, 2026, in Asheville. Lindsey was born on March 5, 1991, in Asheville, to Cathy Lee and the late Daniel Boone. She was a devoted mother and a cherished companion who brought warmth and love to everyone around her. She is survived by her loving companion, Jimmy Crawford; her daughter, Kylie Walton; her son, Damian Crawford; and her mother, Cathy Lee, all of Asheville, NC. She was preceded in death by her father, Daniel ...

Ralph James Whittey, age 97, and a 32‑year resident of Hendersonville, NC, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Ralph was born in Detroit, Michigan, on November 12, 1928, to the late Edward Ivan Dale Whittey and Mae Whittey. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. In addition to his parents, those who preceded Ralph in death include his beloved wife, Eva M. Whittey; his son, Terry J. Whittey; and his daughter, Sharon M. Whittey. Those left to cherish ...

Monte Lee Morris, 79, of Leicester, NC, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at the Laurels of Summit Ridge. Born April 1, 1947 in Marion, IN and raised in Muncie, IN, he was a son of the late Arthur and Sophia Morris. He was a graduate of Yorktown High School in Yorktown, IN, and proudly served in the U.S. Army maintaining security in South Korea along the DMZ. Monte was a free spirit who enjoyed contra dance and conversation. Surviving are his siblings, Arthur E. Morris II of Muncie, IN, ...

Kenneth F. Poirier, 84, of Asheville, NC — formerly of Andover, MA — passed away on May 20, 2026 at the Veterans Medical Center following a brief illness. He was a veteran, a devoted family man, and a loyal friend to everyone fortunate enough to know him. Born in Methuen, MA on July 16, 1941 to Wilfred J. Poirier and Arlene (Teichert) Poirier, Kenneth graduated from Andover High School in 1959. He went on to serve his country with distinction, enlisting in the US Navy before ...