Obituaries in Murphy, NC

Dennis “Bud” Mease 85, of Hayesville, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026 in a Clay County care facility. He was a native and life long resident of Hayesville. Dennis was a Christian and found peace and joy in God’s creation; farming and working his garden, cutting timber, fishing, and feeding th...

Karen J. Crowder,72, of Murphy passed away Saturday, January 17, 2026 at her home surrounded by family. She was a native and lifetime resident of Cherokee County. Karen worked as a beautician upon graduating from school. She went on to work at Murphy Medical Center for several years until she was no...

Ronald E. Reynolds 72, of Murphy, formerly of Oxford and Conyers, Georgia passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026 in a Tennessee hospital.He was born on March 4, 1953 in Lakeland, Florida. Ronald retired from Dekalb County Data Center as a program analyst writer; he volunteered with Rockdale County ...

Edward E. “Buck” Levins 84, was called home to his Lord and Savior Tuesday, January 13, 2026 while surrounded by family. He was the New Year’s Baby born January 1, 1942 in Montezuma, Georgia. Buck was a 1960 graduate of Warner Robins High School and later attended Berry College in Rome, Georgia. ...

Richard Pitera, 83, passed away on January 14, 2026. He was born on July 16, 1942.Richard was a proud Air Force veteran and Bronze Star recipient, serving his country with honor and dedication. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and Chemistry from St. John’s University, reflecting a lifelong c...