OBITUARY: Johnny Dale Tramper

OBITUARY: Johnny Dale Tramper

Johnny Dale Tramper, 68, passed away Monday, Oct. 12, 2026 at his residence. He is survived by his companion of 37 years, Judy Hall; twin brother, Jimmy Tramper; sister, Sally Reed; brother Buddy Taylor; daughter, Nadine Tramper, son Bryan Tramper, granddaughters...
OBITUARY: Thomas “Brandon” Stephens

OBITUARY: Thomas “Brandon” Stephens

Feb. 5, 1972 – Oct. 11, 2026 Thomas “Brandon” Stephens was born on Feb. 5, 1972, to Thomas “Tommy” Earl Stephens and Evangeline “Vangie” Wolfe Stephens. A man of remarkable intellect, unmistakable laughter, boundless curiosity, and...
OBITUARY: Marilyn (Susie) Lee Smith Chastain

OBITUARY: Marilyn (Susie) Lee Smith Chastain

Marilyn (Susie) Lee Smith Chastain, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, at Tsali Care Center in Cherokee, N.C., at the age of 80. She leaves behind a legacy of fierce love, unwavering loyalty, strong opinions, and countless memories that will continue to live on...
OBITUARY: Tasdia Skye Cisneros

OBITUARY: Tasdia Skye Cisneros

Tasdia Skye Cisneros, 37, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026 at 06:30 at Memorial Mission Hospital in Asheville, N.C. Tasdia Skye Cisneros was born on May 18, 1989, to the late Freda and Angel Cisneros. She went home to be reunited with them on Oct. 2,...
OBITUARY: Phyllis Elaine Jumper

OBITUARY: Phyllis Elaine Jumper

Phyllis Elaine Jumper, 59, of Robbinsville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, at Cherokee Indian Hospital in Cherokee, N.C. after a period of declining health. She was the daughter of the late Jeremiah Jumper. Phyllis graduated from Robbinsville High School...
OBITUARY: Harold Kenneth Herron Jr.

OBITUARY: Harold Kenneth Herron Jr.

Harold Kenneth Herron Jr., of Las Vegas, Nev., passed away at 57 surrounded by family on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026. He was born on Oct. 29, 1968 in Cherokee, N.C. where he spent his early childhood before living on military bases while his stepfather served in the U.S. Air...