The Obituary Section

Mary Onnis Waid

Weaverville, North Carolina

ASHEVILLE – Mary Onnis Waid, age 90, of Asheville, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026, at the Greens of Weaverville. She was born on May 26, 1935, and grew up in Alabama t...

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Rev. Nelson N. Pelep

Asheville, North Carolina

Rev. Nelson N. Pelep, a dedicated public servant and beloved family man, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026, in Asheville, North Carolina at the age of 73. Born on Octob...

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Peter Michael Garaventa

Asheville, North Carolina

February 10, 2026

In Loving Memory of Peter Garaventa Peter Garaventa was born on February 7, 1954, and passed away on February 11, 2026, in a tragic accident. In his 72 years, he built a life ce...

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Heaven Marie Smathers

Asheville, North Carolina

January 11, 1999

Heaven Marie Smathers, born on January 12, 1999, in Asheville, departed this life unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, in the same beloved city that cradled her early yea...

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James Heath

Asheville, North Carolina

James Merrill Heath 85 of Little River NC passed away peacefully at his home on February 13 2026 after an extended illness surrounded by loved ones. He was born on October 27 1940 in Transylvania County NC to the late James Hub Herbert Heath1958 and Lovella Merrill Heath2012. In addition to his parents James was preceded in death by his beloved wife Josephine Heath his sister Nancy Stamps and his brother Charles Wayne Heath. James retired from EcustaOlin Corporation. He was a lifelong resident of the Little River Community and a lifelong member of Little River Baptist Church. A devoted bluegrass enthusiast he was known for his love of the music and his talent as a picker. He is survived by his son Herbert Heath Theresa of Little River NC his sister Frances Clark of Little River NC his grandson Joshua Heath Irene of Hanford CA along with many cherished…

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Francis Boothe

Asheville, North Carolina

February 11, 2026

Francis Boothe 77 passed away February 12 2026 at the Four Seasons Elizabeth House in Flat Rock NC. Asheville Area Alternative Funeral Cremation Services is searching for any known next of kin. If you have any information please call 8282588274.

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