by admin | Aug 13, 2025 | OBITUARIES
Violet Louise Bernhisel Lee, 65, of Cherokee, N.C., passed away unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Jean Wahnetah Bernhisel. She is survived by her sons, Brandon W. Lee and Chad Bernhisel, both of Cherokee, N.C.; her...
by admin | Aug 12, 2025 | OBITUARIES
Riley Ledford, 82, of the Birdtown Community, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025. A native of Cherokee, he was the son of the late Moses and Cordelia Murphy Ledford. He was preceded in death by his brothers, James, Virgil, Charlie, and Moses Jr. Ledford;...
by admin | Aug 8, 2025 | OBITUARIES
Brandon Cruze Daniel “B” passed away peacefully at his residence in Cherokee, N.C. on Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025. He was the son of the late Myranda Ann Daniel. In addition to his mother, Brandon is also preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Carolyn...
by admin | Aug 7, 2025 | OBITUARIES
Winston Carl Wolfe Welch, of the Big Cove Community, passed from this earth on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025. Winston lived with mental health struggles that, while invisible, were a heavy burden. His suffering has ended, and he is lovingly being laid to rest by his family and...
by admin | Aug 5, 2025 | OBITUARIES
R. Leo James, 86, of Whittier, N.C., passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born Nov. 11, 1938, in West Palm Beach, Fla., to Rollie and Sarah James, Leo’s childhood was marked by hardship and hope. Growing up in...
by admin | Aug 5, 2025 | OBITUARIES
Harold George, a cherished member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians passed away on Monday, Aug. 4, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on Sept. 20, 1953, in Cherokee, N.C., Harold led a life filled with love, laughter. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Elaine...
