All Obituaries

Martha Jane Parker (Jane), age 81, of Kimberly Lane, Boone, passed away March 8, 2026, at her home. Born June 18,1944, in Watauga County, she was the daughter of David and Grace Hollars Parker. Mrs. Parker is survived by her husband, Joseph K. Parker (Butch); daughter, Kimberly Parker and partner, Ellen Dunn, of Atlanta, GA; brother-in-law, John Parker and wife, Gayle of Greensboro; and sisters-in-law Kathleen Norris of Van Couver, WA and Helen Gebhardt of Jamestown, NC. Jane worked as a ...

Kitzi Jo Burkett, 57-and-a-day, of Boone, NC passed quietly and independently on March 4, 2026 while in hospice care in Winston-Salem. Kitzi was born in Boone on March 3, 1969, to Harold and Mary Jo Burkett, becoming a little sister to her two brothers, Randall and Donny, which completed the Burkett family. We all knew Kitzi in different capacities, situations, and seasons of life – which makes each of our relationships and memories unique. You may have spotted Kitzi in pigtails ...

Leigh Ann Duda, 62, a devoted mother and friend to all, passed away in Boone, NC, comforted by her loved ones on October 31, 2025. She was born in Sycamore, Illinois, and was the daughter to Robert and Mary Smith. Leigh Ann is survived by her son, Zach Duda, her loving stepfather Larry Havens, and extended family.  Leigh Ann was authentically herself, always showing up for those in need. Throughout her life, she built up her community by volunteering at local soup kitchens in ...

Mark Jason Duda, 67, of Boone, North Carolina, passed away at Carolinas Medical Center on September 20, 2025.  He was born in Marin, California, and was the son of Robert and Donna Duda.  He is survived by his wife Leigh Ann Duda, son Zach Duda, and his brothers and sister.  Mark showed exemplary kindness and compassion and held a lifelong love for helping others. In 2015, his bravery saved a young boy's life when he administered CPR, earning him a Meritorious Service Award ...

Grayson Lovill Trivette, 85, of Boone, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026. He was born July 4, 1940, in Boone to the late Ossie Proffitt and Ray Trivette. Grayson was married for 60 years to Mary Phyllis Canter Trivette of Boone, NC. Together they built a life centered around family and faith. He loved spending time outdoors fishing, farming, and caring for his cows, and he especially treasured time with his family. In 1989, Grayson gave his life to Christ, and in 2021 ...

James Robert ‘Bobby’ Greer, age 58, of Seven Oaks Road, Boone, passed away Thursday morning, February 26, 2026 at Forsyth Medical Center. Born July 5, 1967 in Watauga County, he was the son of James Council and Ethel Faye Cornell Greer. Bobby dearly loved his Lord, his wife, Amy and his family. He courageously battled health issues for 8 years. An outstanding and detailed painter, Bobby owned and operated his company, Greer Painting or BGP as long as his health permitted. He and ...

Bill Horner died on February 25th in Boone, NC. He was preceded in death by his father Frederick Horner in 1969 and his mother Jean Smith Horner in 2009. He is survived by his brother Peter Horner and his wife Lisa Friedmann of Germantown, MD, and his sister Judith Winecoff and her husband Timothy Winecoff of Zionville, NC. He is also survived by his niece Leaflin Winecoff and the nephews - Vaughn Winecoff and Micah Winecoff. Bill was both on July 7th, 1948 but spent his early childhood in ...

Stephen Dane ‘Steve’ Triplett, age 82, of Silverstone Road, Zionville, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Born September 9, 1943 in Watauga County, he was a son of Clemon and Pearl Triplett. Steve was a member of Westside Baptist Church. He retired from the residential construction business. As a youngster, Steve enjoyed pitching horseshoes and loved playing baseball, playing on the team the ‘Indians’ of the Tweetsie Baseball League. He loved to be outdoors ...

Rena Mae Miller Goodman, Age 86, of Vilas, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 23, surrounded by loved ones. Born on November 9, 1939, to Monroe Cottrell Miller and Estella Mae White Miller, Rena lived a life defined by extraordinary strength, compassion, and a deep devotion to her family and friends. Upon graduation from Cove Creek High School, Class of 1958, Rena worked in retail and hospitality. She ultimately retired from Appalachian State University, where she served as ...

Paul Harold Church passed away February 21, 2026. He was born in Watauga County to Burl and Catherine Church February 4, 1945. Paul had a passion for the outdoors. He enjoyed his business, the Country Market selling shrubs and flowers. Paul also enjoyed being a “Pepaw”. He is preceded in death by his parents, his granddaughter Crystal Lynn Church, his sister Grace Greer, brother Sammy Church and Freda Loggins. Paul is survived by his wife of 60 years, Marlene Vines Church, his ...