OBITUARY: Lola Owl Blankenship

OBITUARY: Lola Owl Blankenship

Lola Owl Blankenship, age 65, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. She was born on June 5, 1960, in Toombs County, Ga., and spent most of her life in Cherokee, N.C., where she built a life centered on family, friendship, and laughter. Lola was preceded...
OBITUARY: Dr. Gwang Soo Han

OBITUARY: Dr. Gwang Soo Han

(1939-2026) Dr. Gwang Soo Han, a dedicated and leading physician, a tireless advocate for the community, and a devoted husband of 60 years, passed away peacefully on Jan. 16, 2026, at the age of 86 following a brief illness. He leaves behind a legacy defined by...
OBITUARY: Donald A. “Duck” Brady

OBITUARY: Donald A. “Duck” Brady

Donald Allen Brady, age 76, of Cherokee, N.C., went home to be with the Lord on March 10, 2026 at Tsali Care Center, Cherokee, N.C. surrounded by his loving sisters. He was born on Sept. 8, 1949 to Floyd and Margaret Taylor Brady. Donald was a member of Echota Baptist...
OBITUARY: Mrs. Bambi Lynn Sneed

OBITUARY: Mrs. Bambi Lynn Sneed

Aug. 30, 1959 – March 4, 2026 Mrs. Bambi Lynn Sneed, a woman whose life was defined by love, culture, compassion, and unwavering devotion to her family and community, passed from this world leaving behind a legacy that will continue to shine for generations....
OBITUARY: Rebecca ‘Becca’ Suzanne Crowe

OBITUARY: Rebecca ‘Becca’ Suzanne Crowe

Rebecca ‘Becca’ Suzanne Crowe, 42, of Cherokee, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. Rebecca was born on June 14, 1983, in Sylva, N.C., to her parents Nikki Moore and the late Clayton Crowe. She lived in the Birdtown community and was proud of...
OBITUARY: Dawson Wilnoty

OBITUARY: Dawson Wilnoty

Dawson Wilnoty, age 27, from Cherokee, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. He was born Oct. 25, 1998 to Michael and Savannah Wilnoty. He was the grandson of Cleo and Chief Jonathan Taylor and the late Harriet James Seqyouyah and Bernard Wilnoty....