All Obituaries

Robert Zane Tester born August 12, 1946 to William Clyde and Martha Lillian Tester finished his course on Thursday October 8th at 4:21pm in room number 421 at Watauga Medical Center. Zane was many things to many people; Pastor, Husband, Daddy, Paw, Big Brother, Chief, fisherman, buddy, teammate on the ballfield and most of all the friend that loved you with everything he had in him.  He made you feel like you were the most important person in the world. He would always greet you with ...

Robert Luis Pereux passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. Born in Cuba in 1960, US citizen, he is remembered with love by his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Mathurin Pereux and Elena Ana Klepak (née Silva); His Great Aunt, Conha Uztariz (Madrina); his nephew, Caleb Hunt; and his brother-in-law, Greg Johnson. He is survived by his son, Robert Luis Pereux III; his four sisters, Elena Shaffer, Michelle Johnson, Brigitte Pereux, and Edith ...

Iris Mozella Jackson, better known to her loved ones as “Mozie,” passed away peacefully on October 6, 2026. Mozie was born on February 24, 1942, to Fred and Lizzie Oxentine. Mozie retired from the Boone Police Department, where she served as a sworn officer. Following her retirement, she continued working at Blowing Rock Hospital, Foley Center, and Sanger Clinic. Throughout her many years of employment, she made lasting friendships and met many dear people who became an ...

Robert Stewart, 98, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2026. Robert was born on May 29, 1928, to Robert Pleasant Stewart and Rachel McDaniels. Throughout his long and fulfilling life, Robert was known for his hardworking nature, his love of learning and creating, and his willingness to take on just about anything. His hands on spirit eventually led him to open and operate Napa Auto in 1972 until retirement, a testament to his independence, determination, and love of working with his ...

James Floyd Morrison (Jim)passed away at his home on October 6, 2026. James (Jim) was born in Georgia and raised in Florida, where he attended Coral Gables High School. He later moved to the mountains of North Carolina, where he spent most of his life working and playing music.  He is survived by his two children, son, Seth Morrison, and wife, Andrea and his daughter, Shae Morrison. He is also survived by a number of special grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and ...

Linda Lee Brown, age 78,  passed away peacefully on October 5, 2026. Born on October 19, 1947, Linda was the daughter of James Hunter and Gloria Townsend. She was a woman who found happiness in the little things, a good book, the comfort of crocheting or knitting, and, perhaps most of all, a good joke that could bring a smile or laughter to those around her. Linda had a warm heart and a special love for her family. She was affectionately known as Nana to everyone. Her grandchildren ...

Joseph Harrell McCoy, age 90, of Todd, NC, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 3, 2026 with his family at his side at Watauga Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born on April 20,1936 in Ashe County.   The son of the late Joseph Walter and Goldie Graybeal McCoy. Harrell, as he was known to most people, was employed by Blue Ridge Shoe Company for several years.  He then worked for Watauga County Schools in the maintenance department and retired after 20 years ...

Phyllis Berry Craig, age 82, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, October 2nd, 2026 at Foley Center in Blowing Rock, NC.  She was born in Watauga County on October 1st, 1944, to the late Steuart and Mildred Berry of Banner Elk, NC.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Frank Berry and sister-in-law, Barbara Berry of Banner Elk NC; sister, Ruth Campbell, and brother-in-law, Don Campbell of Land Harbor, NC; and nephews Christopher Mark ...

Rachel Raby Walls, age 43, of Cabin Hill Lane, Vilas, passed away peacefully Friday, October 2, 2026 at Glenbridge Health & Rehabilitation of Boone. Mrs. Walls was born January 7, 1983 in Port Arthur, Texas. Her family relocated to Boone when Rachel was 5 years old. After graduating from Watauga High School, she completed cosmetology classes. She was very successful in her career and early on was booked with clients for a year in advance. Rachel never met a stranger and was always ...

In Loving Memory of John Michael Overcash   John Michael (Mike) Overcash, 70, passed away on October 1, 2026, after a brief illness.  He was born on May 24,1956, to the late Johnson William Overcash and Jacqueline Ann O’Quinn in Opelika, Alabama.     He is survived by his wife, Kim Overcash of Boone, his daughter Caitie of Colorado; his brother, Steve Overcash, and his wife, Stacey of Florida; their son, Ian, and his family of Virginia; his stepmother, ...