Bryant-Grant Funeral Home & Crematory

12/25/2025

From our caring team to your precious family, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.

May this season bring you warmth, rest, and meaningful time with the ones you love most.

12/23/2025

Jack Sapolsky

Jack Louis Sapolsky, M.D. passed away peacefully on Friday, December 19, 2025. He is survived by his loving husband of 46 years, Richard Bordeaux, and his loyal, loving niece, Tiby Weinstein, of Greenville, SC. Jack was predeceased by his parents, Thelma D. and I. Louis Sapolsky, and a sister, Betty Trent Weinstein. Dr. Sapolsky was born in Jacksonville, Florida in 1938. After graduating from local schools he received a B.A. degree from Duke University and his medical degree from the...

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12/22/2025

For years, our family has been blessed and honored to serve yours. As a family owned funeral home, we are committed to caring for our community with compassion, dignity, and respect.

12/18/2025

Billy Kennith Penland

Mr. Billy K. Penland, 51, passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2025. An obituary will be posted when complete. Bryant-Grant Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the Penland family.

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12/18/2025

Edward Thomas Casey

Mr. Edward Thomas Casey, 85, passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025. Mr. Casey was born February 26, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois to the late William Casey and Marcella McEneany Casey. Mr. Casey worked and retired after many years of service from the automotive industry. He was of the Catholic faith and attended St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church in Bryson City. He along with his wife loved to travel and camp with their motorcoach. He loved square dance and was a...

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12/18/2025

Joan Crawford Mashburn

Mrs. Joan Crawford Mashburn, 86, passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025, surrounded by her family. Mrs. Crawford was born September 6, 1939, in Andrews, NC to the late Charles Willard Crawford and Wilma Morrow Crawford. Mrs. Joan worked and retired from nursing. She was of the Methodist faith and attended the West Franklin Baptist Church with her husband Roy. She loved to collect all kinds of rocks and what-nots. She was an avid reader, loved going to Myrtle Beach, and...

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12/18/2025

The warmth of the holidays isn’t just in the lights and traditions—it’s in the people who gather around you. The holidays offer a rare moment of togetherness—perfect for beginning a gentle, honest conversation about pre-planning.

Giving your family clarity is one of the greatest gifts you can offer.
If you’d like to learn more about starting the process, our team would love to connect!

12/16/2025

Willa Faye Pendergrass

Mrs. Willa Faye Hooper Pendergrass 82 of Nantahala passed away Monday, December 15, 2025, Willa Faye was born June 28, 1943, in Graham, North Carolina, to the late Hester Gibson Hooper and Fred Hooper. Mrs. Pendergrass was a member of Aquone Baptist Church, and she loved the Nantahala community. She also adored birds, particularly hummingbirds and cardinals. Mrs. Pendergrass was a loving sister, wife, mother, and grandmother and she loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also enjoyed...

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12/15/2025

Anne Elizabeth Pinder

Mrs. Anne Elizabeth Pinder, 64, of Franklin, NC passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025, A full obituary will be posted when complete. Online condolences can be left at www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com Bryant-Grant Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the Pinder family.

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12/15/2025

Nancy "Nan" Jane Setser Bulgin

Nancy Jane Setser Bulgin, “Nan” to friends and family, passed away quietly on Sunday, December 14, 2025. She is survived by her husband of over 62 years, Randolph Bulgin, her son and daughter-in-law George and Sue Bulgin, four step-grandchildren, and sisters Pat Wilson and Carolyn Waters. Nan was the seventh of eight children and was loved by many nieces and nephews. Nan was a lady in every sense of the word. She did not tolerate crude behavior or bad language...

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12/15/2025

During the holidays, we light candles not just for tradition, but for the loved ones we carry in our hearts. May every warm glow be a reminder of the moments, memories, and love that never fade.

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12/15/2025

Virginia Graves Parker

Ms. Virginia Graves Parker, 88, of Scaly Mountain, NC passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025. A full obituary will be posted when complete. Online condolences may be made at www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com. Bryant-Grant Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to serve the Parker family.

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