Obituaries

Mitchell Jenkins

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Mitchell Jenkins, 63, of Whittier went home to be with the Lord Saturday, January 1, 2022. A native of Swain County, he was the son of Helen Jenkins of Bryson City and the late Robert Jenkins.

Ruthie Styles Hoyle

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On December 27th, Ruthie Styles Hoyle, 68, passed away peacefully after a short illness. She was born October 30, 1953 to Mark Styles and Euna Jenkins Styles of Bryson City.

Peggy (PJ) Hayes

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Peggy (PJ) Hayes, 58, of Bryson City was an Angel who gained her wings on Saturday, December 25, 2021. A native of Swain County she was the daughter of the late James and Peggy Jo Hayes.

Paul Dexter Collins

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Paul Dexter Collins born April 8, 1949 went to his Heavenly Home on January 2, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his Father Carl Clayton Collins, four baby brothers, and a baby sister.

Laura Ann Shields

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Laura Ann Shields, age 48, went unexpectedly to her heavenly home on December 25, 2021.  Laura was a graduate of Swain County High School (Class of 1991) and of Southwestern Community College.  She

Thomas (Tommy) Shuler

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Thomas (Tommy) Shuler, 73, of Bryson City, went home to be with the Lord Friday, December 24, 2021. A native of Swain County he was the son of the late Lawson and Hyacinth Shuler.

William Roy Smith

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William Roy Smith 80, known to everyone as “Sonny” went home to be with the Lord December 26 2021.

Duane Wilson

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Duane Wilson age 52 died unexpectedly at his home in Whittier, NC, on December 20, 2021.

George Ray Morgan

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George Ray Morgan, 49, of Bryson City passed away Monday, December 20, 2021 at his residence.