All Obituaries

Our beloved Claudia Annette Hudson, born July 2, 1939, aged 82, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2022. A long-time resident and native of Asheville, North Carolina, she was the daughter of Claude Roy Tabor and Janice Brigman Tabor. She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Hudson Sluder and her husband Karl of Montross, VA; her son, Hadley Littleton Hudson and his wife Simona of Lynchburg, Va: her brother James Brigman Tabor and wife Karan of Weaverville, NC., She is also survived by...

Paul “Michael” Freeman of Weaverville, NC passed away on Thursday, April 28, 2022. Michael was born on August 7, 1970, to Paul Freeman and the late Shirley Jean Metcalf Freeman. Michael is also survived by his son, David Freeman; daughter, Navada Thorne and husband Joshua; brothers, Johnny Freeman and wife Shannon and Scott Freeman and wife April; along with several nieces, nephews, and extended family. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, May 1, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. at...

Alvin Edward Usery, 87, passed away on April 22, 2022 at his residence in Asheville, NC to the loving arms of his Lord. He was born in Henderson County to the late James Wade Usery and Hessi Ruth Usery. Alvin served in the United States Navy. He enjoyed spending time with his dogs and cates. Alvin loved playing golf and softball. He also loved using his snow plow when it snowed for the businesses in Gastonia. He was self employed as a hair stylist and operator of 3 salons. He was a master...

John Randall, Jr., 77, passed away on Tuesday April 5th 2022 and entered into the arms of his Lord and Saviour. John was born November 1, 1944 to the late John Randall Sr. and Louise Decker. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by the love of his life, Elizabeth Brackett and brother, Steve Randall.  Surviving is daughter, Ann Randall and significant other, Edmond Leduke; son, John Carl Randall; grandson, Jacob Randall; sister, Alice Campbell. Service for Mr. Randall...

Linda Ann (Peden) Simmons departed to heaven on January 13, 2022. She was born on December 20,1946 in Asheville, NC, and blessed to have two sets of parents who loved her. Birthparents the late Frank and Verdelle Peden and adopted parents after the passing of her parents, the late George and Annie B. Simmons. Linda was a member of St. John Church of God Holiness and a volunteer with her granddaughter’s non-profit organization C.H.A.N.G.E –N.C. She was an amazing woman. Sweet,...

Tony Kim Robinson passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021 at Mission Hospital. He was born on February 7, 1959 to the late Hoyt Robinson and Pauline Redmond Robinson. Tony was employed with Grass Master Professional Lawn Care & Landscaping. He was a member of Candler House of Prayer. Tony's passion in life was his kids, family, hunting, fishing and love of music. He was known as a free spirit and was loved by everyone no matter where he went.  In addition to his parents,...

Joseph Fernando Freeman 60, of Asheville, N.C. Passed away Sunday, December 12, 2021. He was born February 9, 1961 to Mr. Joe Freeman and the late Mrs. Emma Jean Freeman, both natives of Asheville, NC.  He was the youngest son of six siblings. Joseph was a graduate of Erwin High School in Asheville, NC. He was currently employed at Memorial Mission Hospital in the Environmental Service Department. He enjoyed landscaping and helping others. In addition to his mother, he...

James Edward Brown, Jr. (JB) passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021, in Atlanta, GA. He was born on July 17, 1970, in Asheville, NC to the late James Chuckie Brown and Judy E. McIntosh. JB was a resident of Georgia for over 20 years. He was employed with Peachy Airport Parking for several years. JB was a family man with a big heart. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Otis McIntosh and Elmira Adams Jamerson, Edward and Mary Bell...

Robert G. Bennett, Jr. 54 of Weaverville, passed away Thursday, September 23. A beloved art teacher at ABTech for more than 20 years, he is survived by his partner, Tashah Love Thompson; daughter, Syvannah Kay Bennett of Sheffield Lake, Ohio; and his mother, Margaret Jane Riley of Fort Worth, Texas. Bob earned his Master of Fine Arts in Sculpture from Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, and was a proud member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. He moved to Asheville with his family...

  Daisy Mae Cox began her beautiful journey of life on December 3, 1953, in Fountain Inn, SC. She was the middle of three children born to the late Toy and Louise Cox Martin. Daisy Mae was a homemaker and mother who enjoyed cooking, family gatherings and providing for her family. She spread love to everyone she came across. Daisy was sweet and full of life and would give her last to anyone in need. She enjoyed spending her time with her family, indulging, and dancing the night away....