Larry Eugene Reeder
Oct 15, 2025
Larry Eugene Reeder, 88, passed away peacefully in the early morning of October 15, 2025, in Columbus, North Carolina.
Born on September 22, 1937, in Topeka, Kansas, to Homer and Helen Reeder, Larry was the second of five children and the eldest son. As he grew toward adulthood, his sharp intellect, quick wit, and energy propelled him beyond his modest origins...
Dr. Kenneth "Kenny" Cochran
Dec 21, 2025
Dr Kenneth "Kenny" Cochran passed away on December 21st, 2025.
Born in Tryon, NC he was a graduate of Polk Central High School ('71), Isothermal Community College and Sherman College of Chiropractic. He loved softball, waterfalls, nature, concerts, UNC Basketball and most of all, spending time with his family. He will be fondly remembered by his family, friends, and patients.
He was...
Charles Kenneth Covil Sr.
Dec 17, 2025
Charles Kenneth Covil, Sr., 89, of Columbus, NC went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
Born in Polk County, Nc he was the son of the late Earl and Orphia Robinson Covil. He served in the US Navy for 8 years and then later served in the National Guard. During his working years, Charles owned multiple businesses....
Judy Ashmore Edney
Dec 16, 2025
Judith “Judy” Ashmore Edney, 82, of Columbus, passed away, Tuesday afternoon, December 16, 2025, at White Oak Manor of Tryon.
Born in Spartanburg County, she was the daughter of the late Freeman Ashmore and Christine Griffin Ashmore. Judy was a graduate of Landrum High School and went on to marry William “Bill” Edney. She was best known for her love of...
Raymond Arledge McLees, III
Dec 15, 2025
Tryon, NC – Raymond Arledge McLees, III, 83, of Tryon NC passed away Monday morning, December 15, at White Oak of Tryon. Born in Anderson, SC, he was the son of the late Raymond A. McLees, Jr. and Martha Prince McLees. Ray was a proud graduate of Wofford College where he was a brother in the Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity....
Dawn Pearson Pitcock
Dec 15, 2025
Dawn Pearson Pitcock, 56, of Hendersonville, North Carolina passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025 surrounded by family. She was a wonderful “Mama” but she loved nothing more than her title of “Granny”. She will be remembered for her boundless generosity, beautiful smile, and warm caring soul.
Dawn was the daughter of Adeline Pearson and the late Danny Pearson. She leaves...
Michael "Wayne" Searcy
Dec 13, 2025
Michael “Wayne” Searcy, 66, of Sunny View, NC went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 13, 2025.
Born in Polk County, NC he was the son of Walter Ben and Cordelia Sain Searcy. He served the local community as an electrician for many years. He was an avid fan of NASCAR, gameshows and golf. He enjoyed collecting coins and...
Margie Staton Smith
Dec 12, 2025
Margie Staton Smith, 89, of the Fork Creek Community of Saluda, went home to be with the Lord, Friday morning, December 12, 2025, at the Elizabeth House.
Born in Greenville County, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Bunyan Staton and Gladys Morgan Staton. Margie was a Saluda High School graduate and went on to work for General Electric...
Fredia Porter Morse
Dec 10, 2025
Fredia Porter Morse, 82, of Tryon, NC went home to be with the Lord on December 10, 2025 at White Oak of Tryon.
She was the daughter of the late Fred and Mae Owens Porter. Fredia was a devoted mother to her children. She retired from Mohawk Industries after 42 years of service. Fredia previously volunteered for the American Red Cross....
Mary Frances Story Duncan
Dec 9, 2025
Mary Frances Story Duncan of Lynn, North Carolina, known as Mary Frances to those who knew and loved her, passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2025.
She was born in and was a lifelong resident of Lynn, North Carolina. She was the daughter of the late Carl “CO” Story and Edna Hood Cannon.
She was also proceeded in death by her husband of...
William Zack Sain
Dec 7, 2025
William Zack Sain, of Moore, South Carolina, passed away on December 7, 2025, at the Spartanburg Medical Center. Born on May 2, 1941, in Polk County, North Carolina.
William enjoyed a successful career as a retail store manager and served as a golf and tennis professional at several country clubs, where he shared his passion for sports with many. His commitment...
Sonja Olsen Gregory
Dec 4, 2025
Sonja Olsen Gregory, 78, passed away peacefully at the Gables of Pelham on December 4, 2025 after an extended illness.
Sonja was born in Vienna Austria. She moved to the United Sates in 1960’s. Sonja loved gardening, red wine and her dogs. Her greatest joy in life came from being a mother and grandmother and spending time with her grandchildren.
She was...
Marie Lawter
Dec 3, 2025
Marie Lawter, born on December 21, 1941, in Mill Spring, has left us peacefully at her home in Columbus on December 3, 2025. She is remembered as a cherished member of her community and a dedicated family member.
Marie was a proud graduate of Mill Spring High School, which laid the foundation for the remarkable life that followed. Her career at...
Nancy Elizabeth Cook
Dec 3, 2025
Nancy Elizabeth Cook, born Nancy Elizabeth Aleshire, passed into glory on Wednesday December 3rd at her home in Landrum, South Carolina. Nancy was born on January 12, 1951 in Germantown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, William and Elizabeth Aleshire.
Surviving is her husband, Rev. Dr. John Cook; her children, Cary Callahan, Adam Cook, Kevin Cook, Jonathan Cook,...
Janice Smith Nicholson
Dec 1, 2025
Janice Smith Nicholson, of Green Creek, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Born on November 27, 1945, she was the cherished daughter of John Horace and Julia Foster Smith.
A proud graduate of Polk Central High School and Western Carolina University, Janice dedicated her life to education, shaping young minds through her 40-year career in elementary teaching. Her warmth, humor,...
Hunt Hardin
Nov 28, 2025
TRYON – Hunt Hardin, 76, of Tryon, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family and those who loved him, Friday afternoon, November 28, 2025. Hunt was born August 29, 1949, in Spindale, North Carolina to the late Ray Hardin and Enola Ormand Hardin. Hunt was a 1967 graduate of Polk Central High School and went on to serve...
S. Lee Atkins
Nov 27, 2025
Sherrill Lee Atkins (Lee), 82, of Saluda, NC, passed away on November 27, 2025. Born September 14, 1943, in Monroe, NC, he was the son of the late Adolph Adola and Mary Glee (Ferguson) Atkins.
Lee graduated from Hendersonville High School, received a B.A. from NC State University and a Juris Doctorate from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Prior...
Donald "Don" Dill
Nov 25, 2025
Tryon, NC- Donald Dean "Don" Dill, 89, went to be home with his Lord and Savior on November 25, 2025. Don was born in Greer, SC to the late Jason and Bessie Copeland Dill. Don was an avid outdoorsman who adored hunting and fishing. He was an excellent fly fisherman and loved to create his own flies. Don also loved...
Gary Michael Mcgaha
Nov 24, 2025
Gary Michael McGaha (lovingly referred to as Mike or Magoo), 68, of Inman, South Carolina, went to his heavenly home Monday, November 24th, 2025 after a long, heroic battle with cancer. Mike was born and raised in Henderson County, North Carolina before moving to Inman, South Carolina in 2007. He was preceded in death by his father, Paul Sylvester McGaha...
Phyllis Pusey Martin
Nov 19, 2025
Atlanta, Georgia -- Phyllis Pusey Martin, age 78, who passed on November 19, 2025. She was a loving daughter, big sister and aunt who valued family and education, loved her kitties, enjoyed travel, and was a voracious reader. In retirement, she volunteered at the Polk County Historical Association and was a member of a book club and quilting...
