OBITUARY: Amber Joy McNeilly

OBITUARY: Amber Joy McNeilly

Amber Joy McNeilly, 42, of Lenoir, N.C., passed away unexpectedly at her residence on Monday, Sept. 29, 2025. Amber was a native and lifelong resident of Lenoir, N.C., and was the daughter of Kenneth and Iris Johnson Shell. She was a loving daughter and mother, and...
OBITUARY: Sheridan Everett “Sonny” Smith

OBITUARY: Sheridan Everett “Sonny” Smith

Sheridan Everett “Sonny” Smith, 76 of Cherokee, N.C., passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025. A decorated veteran, Sonny was drafted into the United States Army and served honorably during the Vietnam War from March 1, 1969...
OBITUARY: Carly Elizabeth Johnson

OBITUARY: Carly Elizabeth Johnson

Carly Elizabeth Johnson, 50, passed away suddenly and tragically on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025, in Asheville, N.C. Her unexpected departure has left a deep emptiness in the hearts of those who knew and loved her most. Born on June 14, 1975, in Lawrence, Kansas, Carly...
OBITUARY: Mystical Parker

OBITUARY: Mystical Parker

Mystical Parker, 54, of Cherokee, N.C., passed away after a period of declining health on Tuesday, Sept.  23, 2025, at Cherokee Indian Hospital in Cherokee, N.C. Mystical was a native and lifelong resident of the Paint Town community. She was employed by the Cherokee...
OBITUARY: Patricia Goodson Ensley

OBITUARY: Patricia Goodson Ensley

Patricia Goodson Ensley, 69, of Cherokee, N.C., went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. A native of Haywood County and longtime resident of Cherokee N.C., she was the daughter of the late Charles Junior and Alice Irene Goodson. In addition to her...
OBITUARY: Mary Lynn Johnson

OBITUARY: Mary Lynn Johnson

Mary Lynn Johnson, 67, Whittier, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Cecil and Bernita Johnson. She was the owner of Johnson Realty. She was very dedicated to spending time with her family and friends. She was preceded...