OBITUARY: Rex Benjamin Titus (Ben)

OBITUARY: Rex Benjamin Titus (Ben)

Rex Benjamin Titus (Ben), 39-years-old, passed away at home on Thursday, March 13, 2025 after bravely battling the effects and treatment of brain cancer. Ben was born Feb. 21, 1986 on Shaw Air Force Base in Sumter, S.C. He graduated high school from Alamogordo High...
James Robert “Poat” Squirrell

James Robert “Poat” Squirrell

April 25, 1946 – March 24, 2025 James Robert “Poat” Squirrell was called to his eternal rest on March 24, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories. A devoted family man, loyal friend, and respected member of his...
OBITUARY: John Joseph Long

OBITUARY: John Joseph Long

John Joseph Long, 71, passed away at Mission Hospital on Saturday, March 22, 2025. He was the son of the late Posey Long and Bessie (Catolster) Long. John was a loving, caring husband and a wonderful Papa John to his stepchildren and grandchildren. He shared a special...
OBITUARY: Julie Anne Smith

OBITUARY: Julie Anne Smith

Julie Anne Smith, born on Oct. 21, 1967, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025, Julie was a lifelong resident of Cherokee. Julie is survived by her devoted daughter, Jaimee Smith, and her beloved granddaughter, Jozie Smith. She also leaves behind her brothers, Richard...
OBITUARY: Johnny Wayne Browning

OBITUARY: Johnny Wayne Browning

Johnny Wayne Browning, 68, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 16, 2025, after a long battle with cancer, surrounded by his family. He was born Oct. 1, 1956, to the late John and Bida Silver Browning. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in...
OBITUARY: Timothy Isaiah McKinnell

OBITUARY: Timothy Isaiah McKinnell

Timothy Isaiah McKinnell, 18, of the Painttown Community in Cherokee, N.C., joined Heaven’s Orchestra on Monday, March 10, 2025. Timothy was born June 16, 2006, to Kansas “Kandee” Parker of Cherokee, N.C. and Robert McKinnell. Timothy loved his family and always...