Ray Hampton Buchanan's obituary , Passed away on August 20, 2025 in Sylva, North Carolina

Ray Hampton Buchanan

April 16, 1933 - August 20, 2025 (92 years old)

Sylva, North Carolina

Ray Hampton Buchanan's obituary , Passed away on August 20, 2025 in Sylva, North Carolina

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Ray Hampton Buchanan

April 16, 1933 - August 20, 2025 (92 years old)

Sylva, North Carolina

Ray Hampton Buchanan Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Ray Hampton Buchanan (Sylva, North Carolina), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on August 20, 2025 at the age of 92. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ray Hampton Buchanan to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edd Buchanan and Clearsie McMahan Buchanan; his wife Audrey Sutton Buchanan; and his siblings, Aldon, Donald, Hilda Sutton, Catherine Green, Louise Cabe, Frankie Cowan and Pauline Henderson.

He is survived by: his son Michael (Debra) of Raleigh; and his siblings, JoAnn Garner (Allen) and Kenneth (Minnie). He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Legion, Post 104, PO Box 104, Sylva, NC 28779.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Appalachian Funeral Services & Crematorium



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