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Mary Draughon Edwards

Mary Draughon Edwards, 89, received her wings on June 14th, 2026. She was born on July 22, 1936, in Avery County, NC. She is the daughter of the late Henry Draughon and Blanche Horney Draughon. Mary spent her later years being caregiver for her late husband Paul. Mary loved spending time with her family, cooking […]

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John Raymond Szimanouskas

John Raymond Szimanouskas, 69, of Vale, passed away at his home on May 25, 2026. He was born on September 27, 1959 in Windham County, Connecticut to  Anthony and Julia (Chraszcz) Szimanouskas.  John was a social worker working with disability and community services.  Arrangements and Full Obituary are pending at this time. 

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Jesse James Parker Jr.

Jesse James Parker Jr passed away at atrium health Lincoln on Friday, June 5, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 56 years young. Jesse was born November 5, 1969 in Lincolnton, NC to his proud parents, Jesse Parker Sr and Cathy Taylor. He is proceeded in death by his father, Jesse Parker […]

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Anna Maria Malacari

Anna Maria Malacari, 84, of Stanley, North Carolina, entered into eternal life on June 5, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. A woman of deep faith, unwavering devotion to her family, and enduring strength, Anna lived a life that reflected the words of Scripture: “She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can […]

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William Peter Blaich

William Peter Blaich, of Sunset Beach, North Carolina, passed away on June 5, 2026, in Iron Station, North Carolina, surrounded by family and friends after a long battle with World Trade Center cancer. A Vietnam Veteran and proud member of the United States Army, William retired as a full Colonel, with deployments including Vietnam and […]

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