Sheila McCurry Woody, a 52-year-old woman from Burnsville, NC, tragically lost her life on August 1, 2022. Sheila, along with her family members, was a resident of the Green Mountain community and a devoted member of the Blue Rock Baptist Church. On that fateful afternoon, Sheila, her husband Herman Myron Woody, and her daughter Chelsey Lanay Woody Miller were all found dead in their home on Johnson Road.
The cause of death for Sheila and her family members was gunshot wounds, inflicted by her son, Travis Caleb Woody.
The incident unfolded when the Yancey County Sheriff's Office received a call about shots being fired inside the residence. Upon arrival, deputies were met with gunfire from Travis Caleb Woody, who was subsequently shot and killed by the responding officers. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation continues to investigate the officer-involved shooting.
Sheila McCurry Woody, a white female, was a beloved member of her community and served as a Child Nutrition Assistant at East Yancey Middle School for 13 years. She was known for her dedication to her family and her faith, nurturing her children in the teachings of Jesus. Her death, along with the deaths of her husband and daughter, has left a profound impact on the community.
The investigation into the triple homicide revealed that Travis Caleb Woody, the 24-year-old son of Sheila and Herman, was the perpetrator. The motive behind the tragic event remains unclear, and the SBI is conducting a thorough investigation to uncover any underlying factors that may have contributed to the incident. No further information has been released regarding any potential litigations or legal actions related to the case.
