Steven Robert Cover
Jun 21, 2026
Steven Robert Cover, 70, of Brevard, passed away on June 21, 2026.
Steve lived in Brevard for over thirty years. He had a passion for music and has written a number of beautiful songs that he would perform so well on his guitar.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Patty, and his parents, Robert Leroy and Catharine Jean Cover.
He...
Jack Paul Raffield
Jun 19, 2026
Jack Paul Raffield, 82, of Pisgah Forest, passed away on June 19, 2026. A native of Transylvania County, he was the son of the late Roby Paul and Naomi Hamilton Raffield. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Raffield, his son, Shane Raffield and his daughter, Tania Torrence; his brother Joe Raffield...
George Neil Valentine
Jun 16, 2026
George Neil Valentine, 65, of Rosman, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. A native of Warren, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Glen S. and Ruth Whitmire Valentine.
George started working at an early age for Valentine Disposal, until he graduated high school in 1979. He also did survey work, construction work on housing projects and also as...
Shamari Dijon Sanders
Jun 14, 2026
Shamari Dijon Sanders, 42, of Brevard, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026.
Robert "Bob" Miller
Jun 12, 2026
Bob Miller died on June 12, 2026, at the age of 90. He loved to laugh, tell jokes, and eat butter pecan ice cream. He always said he was a wimp —afraid of pain and violence—and that if most men were like him, there would be peace on the planet.
Bob had no children but made lots of kids laugh. He...
Lenora Ann Golden
Jun 9, 2026
Lenora Ann Golden, 83, of Brevard, NC, died peacefully June 9, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She is the daughter of the late Harry and Frances Roger McBride. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Charles Golden, her twin-brother, Tommy McBride and her sister, Evelyn Shipman.
She is survived...
John Thomas Welch II
Jun 2, 2026
John Thomas Welch II, 78, of Brevard, passed away on June 2, 2026. Born in Memphis, TN, he was the son of the late John Welch and Jewel Snider Welch. John was known for his warmth, humility, and gentle spirit. Despite his many accomplishments, he consistently put others first, offering support, encouragement, and kindness. He had a natural gift for...
Richard T. "Dick" Blee
May 31, 2026
Richard Trautman ‘Dick’ Blee, 89, of Mills River and formerly of Brevard, passed away on May 31, 2026. A native of Indianapolis, IN, he was the son of the late Paul and Delta Blee. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his daughter Lisa Marie Campbell
Dick lived in several midwestern towns growing up, finally settling...
Jakie "Jake" Hoyle Mathis
May 29, 2026
Jakie “Jake” Hoyle Mathis, 87, of Rosman passed at home on May 29, 2026. Jake was the son of the late Roy Mathis and Nora Brown Israel. His wife Martha preceded him in death in 2023.
Jake is survived by his son, Brent (Kim), grandson, Clay (Lauren), as well as siblings, Beverly Wilson, Rachel Courson, Avonda Jones, and Robert Mathis. Also...
Stephen "Steve" Andrew Wall
May 23, 2026
Stephen "Steve" Andrew Wall, age 64 of Somerset, KY passed from this life Saturday, May 23, 2026, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center.
Steve was born July 22, 1961, in High Point, North Carolina. He was the first born of Leon Fisher Wall and Gloria Smith Wall.
Steve graduated from Brevard High School in 1979. He enlisted in the United States...