Table of Contents
Welcoming You to Ivie Funeral Home - Andrews
Ivie Funeral Home - Andrews is a trusted and compassionate funeral home serving the community of Andrews, North Carolina. Located at 126 Cherry Street, Andrews, NC, 28901, our funeral home is dedicated to providing personalized and dignified funeral services to families in their time of need.
A Legacy of Excellence
Ivie Funeral Home - Andrews has built a reputation for excellence in funeral care, with a long history of serving families with kindness, respect, and professionalism. Our experienced staff is committed to ensuring that every family receives the highest level of care and attention to detail, from the initial consultation to the final farewell.
Ivie Funeral Home - Andrews
Address: 126 Cherry Street, Andrews, NC, 28901
Phone Number: (828) 321-4312 --- Obitline: (828) 837-4843
Get Direction: Google Maps Link
Website: https://iviefuneralhome.com/
Funeral Obiturary Search
Explore our extensive database to find and remember the lives of loved ones through millions of heartfelt obituaries
Recent Funeral Home Obituaries
Nancy Davis - April 17, 1939 - May 01, 2024
Departed: 05/01/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Nancy Davis 85 passed away Wednesday May 1, 2024, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. She was a native and lifetime resident of Cherokee County. Nancy worked as a seamstress for Levi’s, Berkshire, Owenby’s and finally retiring from Coats America. She attended Maltby Baptist Church and was a cancer survivor. Nancy enjoyed gardening, bird watching, and picking poke salad. Throughout her working career she proudly raised seven children and provided for many other children in the community. Her greatest love was for her grandchildren, which she dedicated her life to. She molded her interest to meet the needs of which ever grandchild she happened to be spending time with that day. From baking with granddaughters to playing video games with her grandsons she was unselfish in her love. She was a hero and safe haven for each and every grandchild. Most importantly she taught her family about Jesus Christ and his light shined through her.She was the daughter of the late Hennesse Clayton and Tissue Lou Gaddis Ware and wife of the late Clarence Herbert Davis. She was also preceded in death by one grandson, David Lee Luther, one sister Mary Lou Ware, four brothers, David, Bill, Tobe and Charles Ware.Surviving are two daughters, Annie Smith and Sheila Cleghorn both of Andrews, North Carolina; five sons, Charles Davis and wife, Kathy of Andrews, North Carolina, Bobby Davis of Andrews, North Carolina, Billy J. Davis and wife, Sarah of Pottawatamic, Oklahoma and Marty Davis of Andrews, North Carolina and Tim Davis of Michigan; one sister, Kate Ware Derreberry; eighteen grandchildren; thirty-three great-grandchildren; and ten great-great grandchildren.A celebration of life was held at 2 pm Friday, May 3, 2024, in the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews with the Reverend Roy Phillips officiating.The family received friends from 1-1:50 pm Friday, May 3, 2024, at the Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews prior to the service.Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of all arrangements.
View Full Obituary
Margaret Anne LeQuire - July 04, 1937 - April 27, 2024
Departed: 04/27/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Margaret Anne LeQuire 86 of Andrews, passed away Saturday April 27, 2024, at her residence. She was a native of Andrews. She lived in California for several years while her husband constructed tunnels in the area. She then returned to Andrews where she spent most of her time raising her kids and taking care of her family. Anne was of the Christian faith. She enjoyed working in her flower garden and was blessed with a green thumb.She was the daughter of the late John Wallace and Lenna Katherine Jones Barker and wife of the late Lester LeQuire. She was also preceded in death by two sons, Johnny LeQuire and James Lee LeQuire, two sisters, Jean Roberts and Lois Connor.Surviving are four sons, Glen LeQuire, Jerry LeQuire and wife, Sandra, Dale LeQuire and wife, Pam all of Andrews, North Carolina and Chris LeQuire of Hayesville, North Carolina; one daughter, Misty Baldwin and husband, Chuck of Andrews, North Carolina; a daughter-in-law, Sue LeQuire of Nantahala, North Carolina; also survived by many grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.No services are planned at this time.Inurnment will take place at Valleytown Cemetery at a later date.
View Full Obituary
Patrick "Bubba" Scott - February 25, 1965 - April 15, 2024
Departed: 04/15/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Patrick “Bubba” Scott, 59, left the familiar asphalt highways and interstates to begin his grand new adventure on the open roads and byways of the heavens, on Monday, April 15, 2024, at his home in Andrews, North Carolina. He was born in Delta, Colorado and grew up in the Delta-Montrose area. He was an over the road truck driver. His passion for 18-wheelers started at the tender age of 5 and continued throughout his life. He drove coast to coast and in Hawaii. In his down time he worked various jobs from construction to plumbing, truly a “jack of all trades.”Patrick’s self-appointed mission in life was to make at least one person smile or laugh every day he drew a breath. He had a gift for talking with people, anyone, anywhere, making them feel special and heard. His was an irreverent, sometimes obnoxious, sense of humor, which he shared freely. He was an expert BS-er who could hold his own with the best of them.He was a devoted family man who lived for his wife, children, and grandchildren. “Bubba” was their biggest fan and loudest cheerleader. He fell short from time to time but never failed to brush himself off and try again, to push through and prove himself once more.Patrick is the son of Carla June Elgin Scott of Pueblo, Colorado and the late Lee Hawley Scott.In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Karen Polhamus Scott of Andrews, North Carolina; four children, David McLouth and wife Dana of Newville, Pennsylvania, Caitlin Pendergrass and husband Matthew of Brasstown, North Carolina, Seanna Tunnell and husband Cody of Bahrain, Chance McLouth and husband James of Andrews, North Carolina; seven grandchildren, Rylee, Pyperr, Logan, and Bayleigh Pendergrass, Robert and Harper Tunnell, and Dax McLouth; a sister Alissia Butler of Texas, a brother David Powell of Oklahoma, an aunt who was like a second mother, Peggy Meservey of Pueblo, Colorado; also many nieces and nephews, friends, and family.A celebration of life was held at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, May 4, 2024 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 656 NC-141, Murphy NC 28906.Patrick’s ashes will be scattered throughout the United States along the highways and byways he loved so much and also buried in Palisade Cemetery, Palisade, Colorado.Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews, North Carolina is in charge of arrangements.
View Full Obituary
Leona Webb Waters - October 04, 1926 - April 13, 2024
Departed: 04/13/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Leona Webb Waters, 97 of Topton, North Carolina went to her heavenly home on April 13, 2024 after an extended illness. Leona was born October 4, 1926, to the late Herschel Hunter and Callie Coffey Hunter. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her first husband Lincoln Webb, son Larry Webb, brothers Glen Hunter, Roy Hunter, sisters Elsie Nations, Ruth Dotson, Lola Jay Schefler, Willa Mae Slayton, Ruby Eller and Marie Eller.Surviving family members left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of 30 years S.J. Waters; stepson, Steve Waters and wife, Teresa; stepdaughter, Mona Williams and husband, Ronnie; grandchildren, Link Webb, Tim Webb, Mark Webb, Christy Walden, Josh Waters, Megan Smith, Kaitlyn James, Seth Orr, Roslyn Stiles; and several great grandchildren; nieces, nephews and extended family.Leona was a very loved and cherished lady by her family and many friends and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She attended Bethel Hill Baptist Church.A funeral service was held at 2 pm Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Bethel Hill Baptist Church, with Reverends Steven Waters and Darrell Dockery officiating. Interment followed at Longview Cemetery in Franklin, North Carolina. Pallbearers were Link Webb, Tim Webb, Mark Webb, Tristen Webb, Josh Waters and Seth Orr.The family received friends from 12-1:45 pm at Bethel Hill Baptist Church prior to the service.Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of all arrangements.
View Full Obituary
Jerry Dekle - February 11, 1949 - April 01, 2024
Departed: 04/01/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Jerry Dekle 75, of Marble, passed away Monday, April 1, 2024, in an Asheville V.A. medical center. Jerry was a native of Lakeland, Florida and worked for Tampa Electric Company for fifteen years. Jerry served in the United States Air Force and was a Vietnam Veteran.He moved to Cherokee County in June of 1995. Jerry was a member of Valley River Baptist Church. He was also a member of Andrews V.F.W. Post # 7620, a member of Andrews Masonic Lodge # 529, and Andrews Eastern Star Chapter # 15. Jerry enjoyed collecting model trains, dabbling in woodcarving, operating ham radios, and spending time on lake Chatuge.He was the son of the late Aubrey Jerome and Sarah Carroll Dekle. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Patricia Goodman.Surviving are his wife of 46 years, Kathy Dekle of Marble, North Carolina; two daughters, Kristen Higdon and husband, Jeremiah, and Stacey Messer all of Andrews; one son, Philip Dekle of Marble; and one brother, Richard Dekle of California; five grandchildren, Jayla Downs and husband, John Jr., Kyia Lovingood, Jossalyn Higdon, Deacon Higdon, and Hunter Messer; one great-grandson, Calum Downs.A memorial service was held at 4 pm Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Valley River Baptist Church with the Reverends Roy Phillips and Terry Lowe officiating. Eastern Star Rites were provided by Andrews Eastern Star Chapter # 15 and military honors were provided by Andrews V.F.W. Post # 7620, Murphy American Legion Post # 96 and Hayesville American Legion Post # 532.The family received friends from 3-3:50 pm on Sunday April 7, 2024, at Valley River Baptist Church prior to the service.
View Full Obituary
Lois Wilson Waldroup - July 25, 1940 - March 28, 2024
Departed: 03/28/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Lois Wilson Waldroup, 83, of Andrews was called home to her Lord and Savior Thursday, March 28, 2024. She was a native and lifelong resident of Andrews. She began working at Jabley’s Department Store before moving on to Berkshire. Lois then began her career in banking, working as a bank teller for Wachovia Bank. She worked in banking until retiring as a customer service representative for PNC Bank. She was a member of the Junaluska Baptist Church and the Andrews Eastern Star Chapter No. 15. Lois enjoyed watching NASCAR and camping but her greatest love was her grandkids and great-grandkids.She was the daughter of the late Gordon Sr. and Glennie Mae Powers Wilson. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Gordon Wilson Jr., Keith Wilson, and Carroll Wilson; and two sisters, Janice Holloway and Catherine Amos.Surviving are her husband of 63 years, Gene Waldroup; a daughter, Donna Baldwin and husband, Chris of Nantahala, North Carolina; a son, Jeff Waldroup and wife, Angie of Andrews, North Carolina; four grandchildren, Gavin Baldwin and wife, Hailey, Larissa Dooley and husband, Kolbe; Jacob Waldroup and wife, Abigail, and Aleaha Annas and husband, Paris; three great-grandchildren, Kade Dooley, Elsie and Grady Baldwin; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.Funeral services were held at 4:00 p.m. Sunday, March 31, 2024 at Junaluska Baptist Church with the Revs. Tully Griggs and Marlon Blaylock officiating. The interment was in Valley River Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Gavin Baldwin, Jacob Waldroup, Gary Wilson, Michael Holland, Todd Hicks, and Shannon Whitaker.The family received friends from 2-3:45 p.m. Sunday, March 31, 2024 at Junaluska Baptist Church prior to the services.Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of all arrangements.
View Full Obituary
Polly Anna Stover - August 22, 1940 - March 24, 2024
Departed: 03/24/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Polly Anna Stover, 83, of Andrews was called home to be with her Lord and Savior, Sunday, March 24, 2024. She was born on August 22, 1940 in Graham County to the late Joseph Maedale “Mack” and Vinnie Woody Jordan. Following the death of her mother, she was raised from the age of 18 months by the late Sam and Myrtle Stewart. Polly Anna was raised in Andrews. She moved to Greenfield, Indiana and worked the next 16 years as an LPN for Twin Brook Rest Home. She returned to Andrews and shortly thereafter moved to San Diego, California where she managed Vista View Apartments and also continued to work as a private duty nurse. Polly Anna retired and returned to Andrews, and worked in real estate for a short period of time. She was of the Baptist faith and was a member of the local Red Hat Club. Polly Anna enjoyed fishing and loved spending time with her grandkids, and her beloved cat, “Cookie”.In addition to her parents and adoptive parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Stover; infant twin sister, Dolly Jordan; and three brothers, Squeak Jordan, Bob Jordan, and Gar Jordan.Surviving are three sons, Dean Hensley and wife, Anabel of Murphy, Harley Hensley Jr. of Andrews, and Daniel Hensley of Kentucky; two sisters, June Webb of Greenfield, Indiana and Edna Mae Farr of Robbinsville, North Carolina; a brother, Darrell Jordan and wife, Janice of Murphy, North Carolina; five grandchildren, Justin Hensley, Jordan Hensley, Miranda Ryan and husband, Jason, David Hensley, and Tavina Hensley; eight great-grandchildren, Kate and Charlotte Hensley, Benjamin, Judah, Simone, Joseph, Levi, and Marisol Ryan, Tyler and Ryan Hensley; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.A graveside service was held at 2:00 pm Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at Valleytown Cemetery with the Rev. Jim Payne officiating. Pallbearers were Dean Hensley, Harley Hensley Jr., Justin Hensley, Jordan Hensley, Darrell Jordan, and Billy Panther.The family received friends from 12-1:45 pm Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at the Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews.
View Full Obituary
Lisa Postell Lovingood - August 24, 1967 - March 12, 2024
Departed: 03/12/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Lisa Postell Lovingood, 56 of Andrews, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2024. She was a native and lifetime resident of Andrews, North Carolina. She was a 1985 graduate of Andrews High School. Lisa began working for Lee’s as a seamstress. Following its closure, she worked for Team Industries and later IOI, Industrial Opportunities Inc, as a seamstress for several more years. Lisa enjoyed scrapbooking, caring for animals and loved spending time with her daughter, Samantha. Lisa was loved by everyone who had the pleasure of meeting her.She was the daughter of Bud and Wanda Postell of Andrews.In addition to her parents, she is survived by a daughter, Samantha Grant and partner, Jackson Virtanen of Andrews, North Carolina; one sister, Teresa Crawford and husband, Ronald of Mars Hill, North Carolina; one brother, Norman Postell of Andrews, North Carolina; three nieces, Cayla Postell, Macie Postell, and Marlee Postell; and one nephew, Carson Crawford.A memorial service was held at 2 pm Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Red Marble Baptist Church with the Reverend Mickey Stewart and Marty Maxwell officiating. Inurnment will take place at Red Marble Baptist Church Cemetery at a later date.The family received friends from 12-1:50 pm Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Red Marble Baptist Church prior to the service.The family requests memorials be made to Ivie Funeral Home, Murphy to help with funeral expenses.Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of arrangements.
View Full Obituary
Robert "Bob" Ferreira - February 14, 1939 - March 08, 2024
Departed: 03/08/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Robert “Bob” Ferreira, age 85 of Andrews, passed away Friday, March 8, 2024 at his home surrounded by family. He was a graduate of Boston College and later moved to Freeport, Grand Bahamas, where he taught at a parochial school. Bob began working in sales for Automotive Industrial Distributors. Bob formed General Purchasing, Inc. in Miami, Florida. He was also a partner and owner of Great Things, based in Bermuda. While operating these companies, he obtained an MBA and DBA, Doctorate of Business Administration, from the University of Miami. Bob became active with People to People International, where he promoted trade, peace, and social welfare establishing sister to sister cities throughout the world. Bob volunteered with HALO Trust, actively raising funds to remove land mines in many countries. He retired to Andrews in 2005, became active in local municipal activities and the non-profit Andrews Valley Initiative, Inc. Bob was also active with the Andrews Chamber of Commerce and a founding member of the “Art Walk”.He was the son of the late John S. and Caroline Di Grappo Ferreira. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his former wife and mother of his three children, Margaret Karen Bragdon.Surviving are his loving wife of 56 years, Maggie Ferreira of Andrews; two daughters, Erica Pettis and husband, Walter of Hixson, Tennessee and Louise Caro and husband, Arthur of Lookout Mountain, Tennessee; a son, Daniel Ferreira and wife, Carol Ann of Murphy; and four grandchildren, Emily, Brittany, Amber, and Ryan.A Mass was held at 10:00 am Saturday, March 16, 2024 in the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church with Father George Byers officiating.
View Full Obituary
Claudia Ann Chernov - August 28, 1940 - March 07, 2024
Departed: 03/07/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Claudia Ann Chernov, 83 of Aquone passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024 at her residence. She was a native of East Lansing, Michigan but moved to Phoenix, Arizona upon entering high school. Following high school, she attended Arizona State University where initially she studied commercial art and advertising with intentions of working for Ford Modeling Agency. After meeting her future husband, Ronald she switched her major to elementary education and earned her bachelor’s degree.Claudia moved to Kansas City, Missouri while her husband completed medical school. They then settled in Saginaw, Michigan for the next 30 years where she taught elementary school and raised her family. They moved to Tampa, Florida and Claudia worked at her husband’s medical practice as office manager until retiring. They purchased property Aquone in 1981 and moved there permanently in 2005. They loved the peace and serenity they found in the mountains of Western North Carolina.She was the daughter of the late Donald Rex and Thelma Irene (Wallace)Thatcher.Surviving are her devoted husband of 60 years Dr. Ronald Chernov, of Aquone; one daughter, Kimberly Chernov Beckman and husband, William also of Aquone, North Carolina; one granddaughter, Lauren Elizabeth Beckman; also survived by a few extended family.A graveside service was held at Valleytown Cemetery.
View Full Obituary
Leola "Toodie" Martin Jordan - February 13, 1920 - March 04, 2024
Departed: 03/04/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Leola “Toodie” Martin Jordan, 104, of Andrews passed away Monday, March 4, 2024 in an Asheville hospital.She was born on February 13, 1920 in Andrews, North Carolina to the late Weldon and Dink Martin. She was one of eight children, Harold, Marshall, Bill, Boyd, Annie, Faye, and Maybell, all who are deceased. She was married to M.J. Jordan for 66 years and they had four children, Dottie Poteet and husband, Jerry of Mills River, North Carolina, Gayle Simpson and husband, Harry of Stanfield, North Carolina, Charlene Palmer and husband, Jerry of Murphy, North Carolina, and Billy Jordan of Andrews, North Carolina; eight grandchildren, Natalie Akin, Jenny Browning, Christy Swanson, Kimberly Hoke, Allison Brown, Michael Mauney, Mckayla and Cody Jordan; 13 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter on the way.Mrs. Jordan was a member of Andrews First Baptist Church from birth until she moved to Mills River in 2002, where she and her husband joined Emmanuel Baptist Church. She was very active in both churches. She and her husband were owners and operators of Jordan’s Market for approximately 20 years. After the store was sold, she trained and worked at District Memorial Hospital and also worked at Berkshire.Toodie was a very devoted wife and loving mother, and everywhere she went, she made friends. Everyone loved her.She loved water skiing, crocheting, and sewing, and in her later years, she loved working puzzles. The most important daily routine was reading her Bible. She raised her family in church. Toodie loved the Lord and taught her family that.A memorial service was held at 2:00 pm Friday, March 8, 2024 at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Mills River with Pastor Ron Benzing and Rev. Darren Browning officiating.The family received friends an hour prior to the service.A graveside service was held at 2:30 pm Monday, March 11, 2024 at Valleytown Cemetery with Rev. Darren Browning officiating. Music was provided by David and Daphne Carland, and Jerry Poteet. Pallbearers were Michael Mauney, Michael Mauney Jr., Kameron Brown, Kenny Brown, Todd Hoke, and Joe Hart. Honorary pallbearers were Cody Jordan, Matthew Wheaton, Jacob and Alex Browning.The family received friends from 1-2:15 pm Monday, March 11, 2024 at the Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews.
View Full Obituary
Horace R. Coker Sr. - December 05, 1941 - February 29, 2024
Departed: 02/29/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Horace R. Coker Sr., 82 Andrews, passed away Thursday, February 29, 2024 at his residence. He was born December 5, 1941 in Gwinnett County to the late Emory Harrison and Crissy Viola Ewing Coker. Horace was raised in Flowery Branch, Georgia. He began a career in carpentry, working on many large projects in Atlanta, high rises, Atlanta Zoo, Atlanta airport, Jimmy Carter Library, MARTA, both Emory and St. Joseph’s Hospital and finally the Boys and Girls Club of Metro Atlanta. He worked for the Atlanta Carpenters Local Union 225. Horace was an avid hunter a fisherman and was a member of the Red Man Hunting Club in Greene County, Georgia.In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Sue Owens; two brothers, Emory Leroy and Lewis Woodrow Coker.Surviving are his wife of 62 years, Wilma Passmore Coker of Andrews, North Carolina; one daughter, Angela West and husband, Tim also of Andrews; two sons, Horace R. Coker Jr. and wife, Melissa of Spruce Pine, North Carolina, Jeffery Scott Coker and wife, Shirley of Flowery Branch, Georgia; one brother, Leonard Theo Coker and wife, Wynell of Gainesville, Georgia; five grandchildren, Deena West, Holly Coker, Micaela Thompson, Thomas West and Justin Coker.A funeral service was held at 7 PM Saturday, March 2, 2024 at the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews with the Reverend Leonard Theo Coker officiating. A graveside service was held at 11 AM Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Valleytown Cemetery in Andrews, North Carolina.The family received friends from 5:00-6:45 PM Saturday, March 2, 2024 at the Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews.Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of arrangements.
View Full Obituary
Faye White Millsaps - January 31, 1949 - February 27, 2024
Departed: 02/27/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Faye White Millsaps, 75 of Andrews passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at her residence. She was a native and lifetime resident of Andrews but had lived briefly in Swannanoa while working at Beacon Manufacturing. Upon returning to Andrews, she worked for Baker Furniture for many years. Faye was a loving mother and homemaker throughout life. She enjoyed attending Cornerstone Church and Andrews Second Baptist Church. Faye was a devoted Christian woman who spent much of her life praying for others and helping anyone she could. She also enjoyed being on the lake and spending time with family.She was the daughter of the late Lester Sr. and Lucy Jane Davis White. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a sister June Paralee White and father of her child and first husband James Larry Brackett.Surviving are one daughter, Denise Jones and husband Robert of Marble, North Carolina; one granddaughter, Crystal Amber Morrow and husband, Jacob also of Marble; one brother, “Doobie” White Jr. and wife, Janice of Andrews; two nieces, Keisha Heffner and husband, Scott, Jennifer White and boyfriend, Thomas Wittliff; one nephew, Brody White and wife, Kelli; three great nieces, Kara, Alissa, and Jessa White; and a special sister, Diana Roberts.A Celebration of Life was held at 3 PM on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Andrews Second Baptist Church with the Reverends Chuck Davis, Marcus Laney and Tully Griggs officiating.Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of arrangements.
View Full Obituary
Betty Jenkins - December 02, 1931 - February 01, 2024
Departed: 02/01/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Betty Jenkins age 92 of Stecoah, died Thursday, February 1, 2024 in an Andrews care facility. She was a native of Pineville, Kentucky but had been living in Graham County since 1955. Betty was a home maker and was a member of Dry Creek Baptist Church.She was the daughter of the late Berry Paul and Nannie Crisp Laws and the wife of the late McKinley Jenkins who died November 15, 1993. She was also preceded in death by a son, Berry Paul Jenkins who died May 18, 1996.Surviving are two daughters, Brenda Williams and husband, Harold of Robbinsville, and Bertha Guffey and husband, Michael of Andrews; and one son Taylor Jenkins of the home; also survived by five grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.Funeral services were held at 2:00 pm Sunday, February 4, 2024 in Stecoah Baptist Church with the Reverend Coy Adams officiating. Interment was in Yellow Branch family cemetery. Pallbearers were Bill Dahdah, Robby Millsaps, Rodney Millsaps, Robby Shuler, Davie Williams, and Joseph Benton. Honorary pallbearer was James Benton.The family received friends from 1-1:45 pm Sunday, at Stecoah Baptist Church, prior to the service.Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of arrangements.
View Full Obituary
Gregory Alan Barrett - August 25, 1948 - January 31, 2024
Departed: 01/31/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Gregory Alan Barrett 75, of Andrews died Wednesday, January 31, 2024 in a Murphy care facility. He was a native of Anderson County, Tennessee but had lived in Cherokee County for most of his life. Gregory was a 1966 graduate of Murphy High School. He was a Veteran of the Vietnam war serving in the United States Navy. He was a long-haul truck driver for over twenty years and was of the Presbyterian faith.He was the son of the late Charles W. Barrett Jr. and Lillian Hensley Barrett.Surviving are two sisters, Elizabeth Barrett Johnson and husband, Forrest of Culberson, North Carolina, Susan Barrett Moss and husband, Robert of Huntersville, North Carolina; one brother, Charles W. “Chuck” Barrett and wife, Kathy of Flowery Branch, Georgia; several nieces and nephews survive.A Memorial service will be held at a later date.
View Full Obituary
Dolly Dianne Goodson - December 24, 1955 - January 17, 2024
Departed: 01/17/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Dolly Dianne Goodson age 68, of Andrews was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, January 17, 2024. She was a native of Tallahassee, Florida where she spent most of her time prior to moving to Western North Carolina around 1994. While living in Tallahassee she worked as a secretary for the Secretary of State. Diane had lived in Waynesville with her late husband and later, Asheville with her son and granddaughter. She finally settled in Andrews in 2022 to be with her daughter and family. Dianne was an avid reader and talented at drawing. She was a gentle spirit who loved her family deeply.She was the daughter of Gladys Spain of Tallahassee, Florida and the late Charles Harold Spain, and wife of the late Robert M. Goodson who died in 2016.In addition to her mother, she is also survived by two daughters, Rachel Debty and husband, Mark of Andrews, North Carolina, Carrie Voorhies and husband, Russell of Indiana; one son, Richard Jones and fiancé Cory Seithel of Asheville, North Carolina; two sisters, Deborah Closser and husband, Kenneth of Salisbury, Missouri, Charlotte Barcia and husband, Charles of Canton, North Carolina; eight grandchildren, Nathan, Brian, Kyleah Jones, Rosabella Debty; and four other beloved grandchildren.Funeral services were held at 2 pm Tuesday, January 23, 2024 in the Chapel of Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews with the Reverend Chuck Davis officiating. Interment was at Vengeance Creek Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Mark Debty, Kennen Grahl, Kenneth Closser, and Charles Barcia.The family received friends from 1-1:45 pm Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at the Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews prior to the services.Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of arrangements.
View Full Obituary
John Reagan "Johnny" Brown - March 10, 1949 - January 08, 2024
Departed: 01/08/2024 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: John Reagan “Johnny” Brown age 74, of Andrews passed away on Monday January 8, 2024 in a Murphy hospital. He was a native and lifetime resident of Andrews. Johnny graduated Brevard College where he received an associate degree in accounting. He was then drafted in the United States Army, Johnny then began a lengthy career with Nantahala Power and Light, where he worked thirty-two years retiring as a foreman with Duke Power. Johnny was elected as the Mayor of Andrews in 2005 and served for two terms until 2013. He also served on the Town Board of Andrews. He was a member of Andrews United Methodist Church. Johnny was also active with the Andrews Masonic Lodge and a 32nd degree mason.He was the son of the late Walter Douglas and Mary Pearl Reagan Brown. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Walt Brown Jr.Surviving are his wife of forty years, Trish Brown of Andrews, North Carolina; two daughters, Lori Brown Geddings and husband, Jay of Tryon, North Carolina, Tamara Tucker and husband, Chris of Andrews, North Carolina; one son, John Matthew Brown also of Andrews; one brother, Jack Brown and wife, Sara of Knoxville, Tennessee; three grandchildren, Jackson Geddings, Madison Geddings, both of Tryon, North Carolina, Chance Mashburn and wife, Maggie of Sparta, Tennessee; three great-grandchildren, Gibson Lee, Charleigh Grace, and Lainey Kate; also survived by several nieces and nephews, and two hunting friends, Robert Hogsed and Claude Ridley.A Celebration of Life was held at 2 PM on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at the Andrews United Methodist Church with the Reverend Tully Griggs officiating. Flag presentation was provided by Sr. Airman, Chris Tucker. Music was provided by Jackie Bryan, Kati Whiteford, and Jamie Brown.The family received friends from 1-1:55 PM at the Andrews United Methodist Church prior to the services.
View Full Obituary
Samuel Lawson Mason - April 02, 1953 - December 31, 2023
Departed: 12/31/2023 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Samuel Lawson Mason, 70 was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 31, 2023. Born on April 2, 1953 to the late, Edna Dehart Mason and Calvin Eugene Mason. Sam graduated from Ragsdale High School in Jamestown, North Carolina. Sam Mason was bigger than life.He later went on to pursue his lifetime dream of performing music. In his younger years he was privileged to open up for famous singers such as George Jones, Don Williams and Barbara Mandrell. He was blessed with such an extreme musical talent. His voice and playing musical instruments couldn’t be matched. Just to name a few, Borderline and Sundown were two bands he led and performed with. Later in life he gave his heart and soul to Jesus and used his talent to sing for him. Anyone who was blessed to hear him sing knew that he truly loved the Lord. He told everyone he knew how Jesus had changed his life. His voice and music touched everyone that heard him. His faith and family were first in his life. He loved his family, his grandchildren and people, everyone. His kind, humble, loving spirit, and sense of humor was felt as soon as you saw his smile. He has touched so many lives with his music, whether country, southern rock, southern gospel or hymns. There are no words to describe what a wonderful man he was. If you knew him you would understand. He was admired by so many. Those of us were blessed to have known him, the memories will live on forever.In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Riece Montgomery Brown and a brother, Ronald Mason.Surviving are the love of his life, soulmate, and his best friend Trudy Parker Mason; four children, Eric Dwayne Mason and wife, Amy, Sally Rice Brown and husband Robbie, Joseph Gray Rice and wife, Chelsea, Anna Rice Poole and husband, Travis; eight grandchildren, Eli and Carter Brown, Parker and Mia Rice, Andie and Austyn Poole, Cody and Matthew Mason; and one great-granddaughter; three brothers, Calvin Mason, Hoyt Mason and wife, Cindy, Tim Mason and wife Jo.A Celebration of Life was held at 2 pm Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Grace Fellowship Baptist Church in Andrews, North Carolina with the Reverends Jack Hollowell and Hoyt Mason officiating.
View Full Obituary
Mary Lucille Bryant - June 14, 1945 - December 27, 2023
Departed: 12/27/2023 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Mary Lucille Bryant, 78, of Nantahala, North Carolina passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at her daughter’s home in Dallas, North Carolina. She was a native and lifetime resident of the Nantahala Community. Lucille was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She treated everyone good and loved everyone and was a Christian.She was the daughter of the late James Martin and Beatrice Duvall May and wife of the late Paul Wayne Bryant, who died May 8, 1996. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Connie Lucille Bryant; three sisters; and two brothers.Surviving are two daughters, Paula Nora Bryant of Dallas, North Carolina and Hattie Mary Ruth Bryant of Andrews, North Carolina; a son, Paul Bradley Bryant of Andrews; a sister, Linda May Nelson of Grover, North Carolina; ten grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, a great-great-granddaughter; and several nieces and nephews.Funeral services were held at 3:00 pm Sunday, December 31, 2023 in the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews with Rev. Dean Bateman officiating. The interment was in Aquone Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Daniel Bryant, Matthew Cochran, Dustin Bryant, Joshua Hembree, Devante Hughes, and Mike Maddy. Honorary pallbearers were Jeremiah, Christopher, and Joseph Edwards, and Kwesy Underwood.The family received friends from 1-2:45 Sunday afternoon, December 31 at the Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews prior to the services.Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of all arrangements.
View Full Obituary
Helen Jones - June 06, 1936 - December 24, 2023
Departed: 12/24/2023 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Helen Jones, 87 of Andrews had her home going on Sunday, December 24, 2023. She was a native and lifetime resident of Andrews. Helen worked for Doctor F.E. Blaylock for over fifty years. She also worked at the Valley River Clinic, now Andrews Internal Medicine for over fifty years. Helen was a devoted member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Andrews. She was faithful to her Lord through her service at the church as secretary, Sunday school teacher, singing praise to the Lord and volunteering in the kitchen. Helen enjoyed cooking and gathering with family. Helen was always there to support her friends and neighbors, putting others first. She was a pillar of her community and will be deeply missed.She was the daughter of the late John and Janie Powell Jones. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Katherine Sudderth, and Virginia Jones Burgess; five brothers, Willard, Roy, Bobby, John Ed, and Fred.Surviving are a daughter, Elaine Jones; two sons, Jeff Jones and fiancé, Sharon Freeman, Chris Jones and wife, Tammy all of Andrews, North Carolina. She is also survived by her grandchildren who she loved deeply, Elyse Colbert; two great-grandchildren, Zyonna Jennings and Kyngston Colbert; special family members, Steve Blaylock, Becky Knolls, and Dickie Blaylock; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.Funeral services were held at 2 PM Saturday, December 30, 2023 in the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews with the Reverends Eurial Turner, Charlsie Sweat and Bryan Sutton officiating. Interment was in the Valleytown cemetery. Pallbearers were Frankie Jones, Corey Blackwell, Josh Rattler, Juan Rodriguez, Darrian Ferguson and Scott Allen. Honorary pallbearers were Kevin Allen, Justin Blackwell, Clayton McKinney, Tony Colbert and Johnny Jones.The family received friends from 12-1:45 PM Saturday, December 30, 2023 prior to the service.
View Full Obituary
Leona Chastain Filyaw - August 04, 1953 - December 05, 2023
Departed: 12/05/2023 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Leona Chastain Filyaw 70, of Madisonville, Tennessee was called home to be with her Lord and Savior, Tuesday, December 5, 2023. She was a native of Monroe County, Tennessee. She grew up fast and helped raise her brothers and sisters. She then began raising her children, and later grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a devoted mother throughout her life. Family and tending to her family were her life. She was a devoted wife for forty-eight years. She was of the Baptist faith.She was the daughter of the late Emitt and Beulah Stewart Chastain. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by one sister, Judy Best and one brother, Alford Chastain.Surviving are her husband of forty-eight years, James Filyaw of Madisonville, Tennessee; three daughters, Betsy Miller and husband, Stacy of Andrews; Jamie Lynn and fiancé, Jason Smith of Madisonville, Tennessee; Geneva McDowell and husband, Ronnie of Riverdale, Georgia; one sister, Elizabeth Wells of Rossville, Georgia; two brothers, Larry Chastain of Tellico Plains, Tennessee, John Chastain and wife, Cindy of Clyde, North Carolina; five grandchildren, Trystan Thomas and husband, Steven, Alex Richeson, Makayla Hughes, James Filyaw McLouth and spouse Chance, and Emmitt McDowell; two great grandchildren, Holly and Tayburn Thomas; also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.A Celebration of Life service was held at Biereley Hale Funeral Home in Madisonville, Tennessee on Saturday, December 9th at 6 P.M. Rev. Jody Stewart officiated. The family received friends at the funeral home from 4-6 P.M. on Saturday.Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of arrangements.
View Full Obituary
Ethan Robert Chance Neal - May 31, 2003 - December 04, 2023
Departed: 12/04/2023 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Ethan Robert Chance Neal, 20 of Andrews, went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 4, 2023. He was a native and lifetime resident of Andrews. Ethan began playing baseball and football at a young age, where he was coached by his father. As Ethan moved into high school he began wrestling and loved his coach, Colby White. Ethan made it to the state level in wrestling. He also continued to play baseball throughout high school. Ethan was a 2021 graduate of Andrews High School. He loved to scuba dive and was fondly referred to as Scuba Steve. Ethan attended Tri-County Community College and received a two-year Automotive Certification. He was currently working for the Cherokee County Recreation Department. He was a member of Beaver Creek Freewill Baptist Church and was baptized by Terry Jones. Ethan was a loving son, brother, grandson and friend to everyone.He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Sam and Sharon Holloway. He was the son of Bobby and Kammy Neal and big brother to Evan Neal all of Andrews.He is also survived by his paternal grandparents, Bob and Helen Neal of Andrews, North Carolina; two uncles, Sammy Holloway and wife Tammy of Andrews, Marty Holloway of Nantahala; one aunt, Patricia Holden and husband, Johnny of Hayesville.Funeral services were held at 3 pm Sunday, December 10, 2023 at Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews with Terry Jones officiating. Interment was in Briartown Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Shane Hammond, Austin Martin, Andrew Martin, Jonathon Burch, Spencer Bateman, Elijah Hunsucker, Keith Owenby, Sage Bryson and Samuel Wood. Honorary pallbearers were Bill Norton, Zackery Sheppard, John Robert Allen, Geo Morales, Colby White, Tyler Edwards, Brian Graves and Jamie Martin.The family received friends from 1-2:45 pm Sunday, December 10, 2023 at the Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews prior to the services.
View Full Obituary
Norval Willard Walter - December 15, 1939 - November 20, 2023
Departed: 11/20/2023 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Norval Willard Walter 83, years, 11 months and five days old; left this earthly home on the Nantahala River in Swain County for his eternal home in heaven on November 20, 2023 at 4:15 PM.Willard Harold and Dolores Margaret Walter had their first child, Norval Willard born on December 15, 1939 in St. Louis, Missouri. Two sisters joined the family, Suzie Dee and Glenda Rae. He proudly remembered playing on the Little League All-star baseball team as catcher in high school. They played in the Busch Stadium, a great highlight for him. He graduated from Ritenour High School, in St. Louis, Missouri. Upon graduation he worked at Wagner Electric as a draftsman. He then enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in active duty for one year and served five and a half more years in the United States Marine Corps Reserve. While in the Reserves he attended and graduated from Compton Junior College, in Compton, California in 1962. While in California he worked with Manchester Tank Equipment Company in charge of ordering materials. Manchester Company transferred him to Atlanta to help open a new plant there. While there, he met Becky Childress who later became his wife. He was offered a job with Boeing working on 747 airplanes which had been a big desire of his but had to move to Seattle, Washington. He decided he could not miss this opportunity and Becky decided she wasn’t ready to make a final commitment. She soon moved to Seattle, and they were married on September 1, 1967. Manchester Company continued to request his return to their company and through them he was able to move back to Atlanta where they began to start their family. They had two sons, Kenneth and Michael.Norval always wanted to own his own business so through a church contact he joined a man who was dying of cancer, who owned a painting business. This man needed someone like Norval and train him to run his business. Norval had never painted but wanted to help this man in need. Later the owner was blessed by the Lord and ended up with no cancer. He was so thankful for what Norval had done that he assisted him in opening his own business, (painting and wallpapering), called the Wall-Ter Company which he had over thirty years. He helped Norval receive a contract with Ryan Builders and did the painting for the homes which kept him busy. That led to personal work in many states. He also painted the interior of Fellowship Bible Church, including all the classrooms as well.Norval went to Haiti, St. Vincent, St. Thomas, and Barbados on four mission trips. He was involved in Bible study groups and could not remember a time in his life when he did not love the Lord. He always tried to please God. Now he is enjoying his heavenly place with his Lord.Norval and Becky were married forty-two years when Becky went to be with the Lord on October 23, 2009. Norval married Ardis Beland Thomas after a ten-month courtship who had been a widow three years from her first marriage of fifty-two years. They married on December 14, 2013. Norval and Ardis enjoyed 9 years, 11 months and four days before the Lord took Norval home.Norval is survived by his second wife, Rev. Ardis Ann Beland Thomas; two sisters: Suzie Dee Timmons and husband Steve and Glenda Rae Luna; two sons: Kenneth Hugh Walter, and Michael Glen Walter; two stepsons: Michael Arthur Thomas and Mark Christopher Thomas; two grandsons: Kenneth Grant Walter and Gage Michael Walter; one granddaughter: McKenna Elsie Walter; two step grandsons: Stephen Michael Thomas and Adam Michael Thomas; and four step great granddaughters: Kyleigh Rose Thomas, Piper Caroline Thomas, Charlie Ann Thomas and Adeline Mae Thomas.A graveside service was held at 11 AM, Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at Euchella Cemetery with the Rev. Steve Grimes officiating. Music was provided by Rev. Michael Thomas. Pallbearers were Kenneth Walter, Michael Walter, Michael Thomas, Mark Thomas, Stephen Thomas and Adam Thomas.Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of all arrangements.
View Full Obituary
Virginia Webb - October 26, 1936 - November 06, 2023
Departed: 11/06/2023 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Virginia Webb, age 87, of Andrews left this earth to be with her Lord and Savior on November 6th, 2023.Known as “Bitsy” to most, she was born on October 26th, 1936. Bitsy was the daughter of the late Jack Dillard and Eunice Hardin and wife and love of her life for 66 years the late James Samuel Webb, who died April 20th, 2023. She was also preceded in death by her three brothers Carl, Ralph and J. D. Hardin; her three sisters Dartha “Dot” Haught, Evelyn Teague, and Mary Lou Hardin.She is survived by her sister, Eula Nelson and multiple neices and nephews (Jim Nelson, Kim Strickland, Melvin Haught, Jeff Teague, Billy Webb, Debbie Frye, Carolyn Holt, Pamela Brown, Terri McDowell, Jim Vaught and Tracy Vaught). Bitsy is also survived by a brother-in-law, Gene Webb and a sister-in-law, Ann Vaught.Bitsy grew up in the community of Topton. Many of you remember the Hardin trout pond. The stories Bitsy would share of her childhood were incredible, making you laugh and cry. Times were hard for her family during the depression and World War II, but their family bond was a strength and blessing that she treasured deeply.Bitsy married Sam Webb in her senior year of high school. We would see them together every day with Bitsy riding in one of Sam’s old trucks, her little blond head looking out the passenger seat; or at the Valleytown Cemetery in the evenings to walk and pass the time with friends; or in their “reserved” parking area at Ingles where Bitsy sat in the truck watching the people and cars while Sam, shopped for “bargains”.Those of us that knew Bitsy would describe her as beautiful, funny, fiesty, spunky, lively; simply someone everyone loved. She loved good food, especially “sweets”; bright colors, reading, crossword puzzles, good movies, old westerns, and gatherings where people were just having a good time.A graveside service was held at 2 PM, Saturday, November 18, 2023 at Valleytown Cemetery with the Reverend Eddie Hardin officiating.
View Full Obituary
Hazel Harris - September 19, 1928 - November 06, 2023
Departed: 11/06/2023 (Andrews)
Obituary Preview: Hazel Emitt Harris, 95 of Marble passed away Monday, November 6, 2023 in a Murphy care facility. Hazel was born in Knox County, Tennessee to the late Sherman and Viola Mink Emitt. Hazel was a member of the Murphy First Unted Methodist Church.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Eldon Harris, who died June 30, 2008; a son, Kenric Harris; and two brothers, Harold and Harry Emitt.No services are planned.Inurnment took place at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.
View Full Obituary
123Next ›Last »
Personalized Funeral Services
At Ivie Funeral Home - Andrews, we understand that every life is unique, and every family has its own story to tell. That's why we offer personalized funeral services tailored to meet the specific needs and preferences of each family. From traditional funeral ceremonies to cremation services, memorial gatherings, and celebrations of life, we will work with you to create a meaningful and memorable tribute to your loved one.
A Comforting Environment
Our funeral home is designed to provide a comforting and peaceful environment for families to gather and pay their respects. Our spacious chapel can accommodate large or small groups, and our visitation rooms are equipped with comfortable seating and amenities to ensure that families feel at ease during their time of need.
Caring and Compassionate Staff
Need a Eulogy?
Get a Personalized Professional Eulogy Written For Your Loved One
Our staff at Ivie Funeral Home - Andrews is comprised of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to families. From our licensed funeral directors to our administrative team, everyone is committed to ensuring that every family receives the highest level of service and compassion.
Pre-Planning and Aftercare Support
We understand that planning a funeral can be overwhelming, which is why we offer pre-planning services to help families prepare for the future. Our experienced staff will guide you through the process, helping you make informed decisions about your final arrangements. Additionally, we offer aftercare support to help families navigate the grieving process, including counseling resources, support groups, and online memorials.
Community Involvement
Ivie Funeral Home - Andrews is proud to be an active member of the Andrews community. We participate in local events, sponsor community organizations, and provide educational resources to help families understand the importance of funeral planning and bereavement support.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our funeral home and services, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach us by phone at [insert phone number], email at [insert email], or by visiting our website at [insert website]. We are always here to help and look forward to serving your family in any way we can.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an obituary?
An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It serves as a way to share the news of a loved one's passing with friends, family, and the community.
Why are obituaries important?
Obituaries play a significant role in honoring the life of the deceased, providing closure for those who are grieving, and serving as a historical record of the person's life. They also help to notify others of the person's passing and provide details about funeral services or memorial events.
Who typically writes an obituary?
The responsibility of writing an obituary usually falls on the family members or close friends of the deceased. In some cases, a funeral home or mortuary may assist with writing the obituary or provide guidance on how to write one.
What information should be included in an obituary?
A typical obituary includes the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include information about funeral services, memorial contributions, or other relevant details.
How long should an obituary be?
The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or online platform. Generally, it's recommended to keep it concise, ranging from 100 to 500 words. However, some publications may allow for longer or shorter obituaries.
Can I include photos in an obituary?
Yes, many publications and online platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a meaningful way to personalize the tribute and help readers remember the person.
How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online platform?
The process for submitting an obituary varies depending on the publication or platform. You can usually find guidelines on their website or by contacting their customer service department directly.
Is there a cost associated with publishing an obituary?
Yes, most newspapers and online platforms charge a fee to publish an obituary. The cost can vary widely depending on the publication, word count, and any additional features such as photos or videos.
Can I write my own obituary in advance?
Yes, it's becoming increasingly common for people to write their own obituaries in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your life story is told in your own words.
How do I handle sensitive information in an obituary?
If the deceased had sensitive or private information they wished to keep confidential, it's essential to respect their wishes when writing the obituary. You may choose to omit certain details or phrase them discreetly.
Can I include humor in an obituary?
Absolutely! Humor can be a wonderful way to celebrate the person's life and personality. Just be sure to use good taste and avoid offending anyone who may be grieving.
What if I'm struggling to write an obituary?
If you're having trouble writing an obituary, consider seeking help from a friend, family member, or professional writer. You can also find templates and examples online to guide you through the process.
How do I ensure accuracy in an obituary?
To ensure accuracy, double-check facts such as dates, names, and places before submitting the obituary. It's also a good idea to have someone else review it for errors or omissions.
Can I make changes to an obituary after it's been published?
In most cases, it's difficult to make changes to an obituary once it's been published. However, some online platforms may allow for corrections or updates. Be sure to check with the publication or platform beforehand.
How long does it take for an obituary to be published?
The time it takes for an obituary to be published varies depending on the publication or platform. Some may publish immediately, while others may take several days or even weeks.
Can I republish an obituary at a later date?
Yes, you can republish an obituary at a later date, such as on the anniversary of the person's passing or on their birthday. This can be a meaningful way to continue celebrating their life.
Are there any specific guidelines for writing an obituary for a veteran?
Yes, when writing an obituary for a veteran, it's essential to include their military service information, such as branch of service, rank, and any notable awards or decorations.