Obituary of Travis Jamey Sizemore

Travis Jamey Sizemore, 43, of Bryson City passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, July 15, 2024. He was born on August 7, 1980, to James Sizemore and Della Cole. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Ted and Irene Cole, paternal grandparents Troy Sizemore and Bessie Mason Trumble, and several aunts and uncles. Travis loved the outdoors and tending to his garden. He enjoyed his Chevy trucks, riding motorcycles, watching superbike races, and going fishing any chance he got. He was a skilled carpenter who enjoyed designing and building and worked for many years with his father. He had a fun, silly sense of humor and a big heart for everyone and everything. Many years ago, he worked with the US Forest Service as a firefighter. He loved to dance when he listened to music and would sing at the top of his lungs. He was an avid fan of Alabama football. He is survived by his parents James (Brenda) Sizemore of Franklin, NC, and Della (Stan) Cole of Sylva, NC, his sister Ashley (Jerry) Dowdle of Sylva, children Quenton and Haley, niece and nephew Amelia and Walker Dowdle, his partner Tamara McGee, many aunts, uncles, and cousins, as well as his friends and beloved dog Hank. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, July 20, 2024, in the chapel of Crisp Funeral Home. Rev. Mark Rogers will officiate. The family will receive friends from 1 pm to 2 pm Saturday at the funeral home In place of flowers, you may make a donation to your favorite charity.