Joan Edith Vokes, 88

Joan Edith Vokes, age 88 of Hendersonville, passed away on Wednesday, July 27th, 2016.

She was born August 5th, 1927 in NW London, England, to the late Llewellen and Edith Williams. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Denys Williams of London, England.

She is survived by her loving husband, Alan J. Vokes.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 30th, 2016 in Thos. Shepherd’s Church Street Chapel with the Reverend Arthur R. Mack officiating. All of her friends are welcome to attend.

In Lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations in Joan’s memory be directed to Asheville Humane Society, 14 Forever Friend Lane, Asheville, NC 28806.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center is in charge of the arrangements.

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Joan Edith Vokes, 88

Joan Edith Vokes, age 88 of Hendersonville, passed away on Wednesday, July 27th, 2016.

She was born August 5th, 1927 in NW London, England, to the late Llewellen and Edith Williams. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Denys Williams of London, England.

She is survived by her loving husband, Alan J. Vokes.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 30th, 2016 in Thos. Shepherd’s Church Street Chapel with the Reverend Arthur R. Mack officiating. All of her friends are welcome to attend.

In Lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations in Joan’s memory be directed to Asheville Humane Society, 14 Forever Friend Lane, Asheville, NC 28806.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center is in charge of the arrangements.

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Karen Marie Flodin, 69

Karen Marie Flodin, 69, of Hendersonville passed away Wednesday July 27, 2016 at her residence.
A memorial service will be held at 3PM Saturday at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses , 2375 Howard Gap Road Hendersonville, NC 28792. Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Colonel Carl Byrd Fisher Sr

Colonel Carl Byrd Fisher Sr., (U.S. A.F. Ret.)95, died Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at his residence. He was born in Andrews, NC. He was the son of the late James Oscar Fisher and Hattie Love Fisher. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, James Oscar “J. O.” Fisher, one son,James Michael Fisher and his wife of 67 years, Mary Byles Fisher.

Carl graduated Brevard College, received his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from N.C. State and earned a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology.

Carl had a distinguished military career including the U.S. Army Calvary Reserve, U.S. Army Air Corps. Signal Corps, and Royal Air Force 1942. He was 2 D-Day minus one survivor for which he received the Bronze Star. He received the Legion of Merit and the Air Force Commendation Medals. He retired as a colonel in the U.S. Air Force.

His civilian career included serving as technical director of the Airways Modernization Board, and was the first technical director of the Bureau of Research and Development, Federal Aviation Agency. He was Assistant to the President of the Autometics Division of North American Aviation,director of the advanced development and planning section of the Budd Information Science center in Arlington, and Manager of the Arizona Systems Center of Philco Ford Corporation’s Communication and Electronics Division in Tucson, Arizona.

The latter part of his working life he became a land developer, real estate broker, and custom home builder, developing the western Flat Rock communities of Woodhaven and Pleasant Hill. Carl was an amazing man who was friendly and had a wonderful sense of humor. He was a caring, loving father, husband, and grandfather.

He is survived by one son, Carl Byrd Fisher, Jr. of Flat Rock. Two grandsons: Anderson Fisher of Charlotte, and Dr. Taylor F. Fisher and his wife Dr. Laurie Fisher of Chapel Hill;One granddaughter, Elizabeth Fisher Burleson and her husband, Wesley, of Charlotte. He is also survived by one great-granddaughter, Brooklyn Marie Fisher of Chapel Hill.

A memorial service to celebrate Carl’s life will be held at 10:00 A.M. Monday, August 1, 2016 in the St. George Chapel of St. James Episcopal Church, Hendersonville, of which he was a member.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to St. James Episcopal Church, 766 N. Main St. Hendersonville, NC 28792.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center is in charge of the arrangements.

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Percy Hillier, 94,

Percy Hillier, 94, of Arden, NC passed away peacefully Thursday, July 21, 2016.
Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory will announce the arrangements.

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Ollie Mae Hoots, 74

Ollie Mae Hoots, 74 of Edneyville died after an extended illness on Tuesday July 20, 2016 at Hendersonville Health and Rehabilitation. She was the daughter of the late Fate and Florence Green Metcalf. She was preceded in death by her son Ronnie Hoots.
She was a member of Mt Moriah Baptist Church.
Survivors include her loving husband of 50 years, Eugene Hoots, son, Donne Hoots of Chesnee, sister Pauline Edwards, brother Clyde Metcalf and sister in law Mae Dalton.
A funeral service will be held Sunday at 2pm at Mount Moriah Baptist Church with the Rev. Brian Melton officiating.
Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the church.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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William Michael Meurisse, 81

William Michael Meurisse, 81 of Hendersonville passed away Sunday July 17, 2016 at the Brian Center of Hendersonville.
No service is planned.
Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the Meurisse family.

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Barbara Ann Moore, 76,

Barbara Ann Moore, 76, of Edneyville, NC passed away Monday, July 18, 2016 after an extended illness.
She was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. She was preceded in death by her parents Gaither and Gladys Merrill Moore and a grandson, Joshua Ford.
She was a member of the Hendersonville First Baptist Church and the Edneyville Grange.
Barbara loved gardening, cooking, sewing and doing for others.
She is survived by a son, Michael Jones and his wife Mercedes of Florida City, Florida; two daughters, Sandra Hall and her husband Rick of Winston-Salem, NC and Kathy Williams and her husband Gregg of Gallatin, Tennessee; two grandsons, Joseph and Aron Jones both of Florida City, Florida; two brothers, Donald Moore and his wife Doris of Edneyville and Billy Moore and his wife Aileen of Edneyville; two nieces and two nephews.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday at the Chapel In The Pines of Jackson Funeral Service with Rev. Steve Scoggins officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the chapel.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Barbara Ann Moore, 76,

Barbara Ann Moore, 76, of Edneyville, NC passed away Monday, July 18, 2016 at Spring Arbor.
Jackson Funeral Service will announce the arranements.

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Jesse “J.P.” Huggins, Jr., 90

Jesse “J.P.” Huggins, Jr., 90, of Mountain Home went home to be with the Lord Thursday, July 14, 2016.
A native and lifelong resident of Henderson County, he was a son of the late Jeannie Belle Greer and J.P. Huggins, Sr. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Evaughn Allison Huggins and their two sons, Thomas Marlowe Huggins and Jesse “John” Lamar Huggins and a brother, Harold Hampton Huggins.
J.P. graduated from Etowah High School and served in the US Marine Corps in the Pacific Theater in World War II. He owned and operated J.P. Huggins & Son Construction. J.P. was a founding member of the Mountain Home Fire Department and a lifetime member of Naples Baptist Church where he served as deacon for many years. He was also a past Grand Master of the Kedron Masonic Lodge, #387, as well as a past Worthy Patron of the Hendersonville Chapter 61, Order of the Eastern Star.
J. P. is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Jeanne Trice Huggins; sister, Jeanne Huggins Revis; daughter in-law, Donna Smith Huggins, wife of the late John L. Huggins; granddaughter, Allison Smith Huggins; nephew, Tim Revis of Royston, GA; niece, Diane Travis, and her sons Al and Matt Travis, and their father Craig Travis; step-daughters, Debbie Blackwell and husband Kenny, Donna Stanley and husband David; and their children, Trisha and Brooke Blackwell and Tiffany Stanley; and great-grandson, Matheu Reeves.
A funeral service will be held at 2:30 PM Sunday, July 17, 2016 at Naples Baptist Church with the Reverend Richard Merck officiating. Burial will follow at Shepherd Memorial Park with military honors. The family will receive friends Sunday from 1:30 – 2:30 at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Naples Baptist Church or to the Shriners at www.tmcfunding.com, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
To offer online condolences, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.
Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements

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Mary Kellogg Bell, 100

Mary Kellogg Bell died at the age of 100 on July 11, 2016, at the Carolina Village Medical Center in Hendersonville, NC.

Mary was born on May 4, 1916, in Chamblee, Georgia, where her mother was a teacher and her father was State Insurance Commissioner. She attended the University of GA where she was very active in both academic and extracurricular activities. She was on the Dean’s List and graduated with Honors in 1937, with a degree in Physical Education. Mary worked at several camps before meeting her soon-to-be husband, Joseph O. Bell, Jr. at a camping convention in Western NC. Joe had just started Camp Arrowhead for boys in 1937. They married in 1939 and settled in a home on Lake Summit in Tuxedo, NC. Mary taught school and led numerous improvements in the operations of Camp Arrowhead.

In 1950, with Joe’s encouragement, Mary started Camp Glen Arden for girls in Arden, NC – which became a most successful venture with very loyal alumnae. She was the first woman on the Henderson County Board of Education where she served for 17 years. In this capacity, she successfully addressed the NC State Legislature on behalf of teacher salary raises. Mary also founded and hosted the Outdoor Education Program for all fifth graders in Henderson County, which is still going strong nearly fifty years later. She was a Charter Member of the Henderson County Education Foundation Hall of Fame. She also volunteered extensively at Pardee Hospital in Hendersonville and was recognized several times in the Marquis Who’s Who as a leader in the community and by the Honorable Heath Shuler of North Carolina in the US House of Representatives for a life dedicated to helping others in North Carolina.

In 1972, she moved Camp Glen Arden to Tuxedo and shared the Camp Arrowhead site, where it remained under her ownership for over 30 years. Her husband, Joe, died in 1982 and in 1996, she and the family decided to sell the camps. In 1993, Mary moved to Carolina Village in Hendersonville, where, true to form, she was an active member of the community.

Mary Bell, as she was known to many, exerted a profound and spiritual impact on the lives of hundreds of young people who were strongly influenced by her love of camping and the Blue Ridge Mountains that she cherished. Many girls and women will remember the magical summers at Camp Glen Arden and the wonderful experiences that they will share with each other forever – her persona made the whimsical tales of the Tajar, Madam Witch & the Range Ranger live in the hearts of young girls from around the world.

Mary is survived and loved by her four sons: Joe Bell and his wife, Norma Jo, Ed Bell and his wife, Sinikka, John Bell and his wife, Vicki, and Steve Bell and his wife, Toni; twelve grandchildren; and eleven great-grandchildren.

The service will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested for the Joe and Mary Bell Endowment at Blue Ridge Community College, 180 West Campus Drive, Flat Rock, NC 28731; or the Four Seasons Hospice, 571 South Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28732.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.

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Kathleen Sipes Satterfield, 61

Kathleen Sipes Satterfield, 61, of Hendersonville, NC went to be with the Lord, Monday, July 11, 2016.
She grew up in Woodbridge, VA and had lived in Henderson County for 43 years. She preceded in death by her husband, Walter Satterfield Sr., her parents Raymond and Julia Houghtaling Sipes and a brother, William Robert Sipes.
She was an active member of Mud Creek Baptist Church where she volunteered for many activities.
She had retired from Pardee Hospital after 30 years as Lab Technician and enjoyed Crochet and Needlepoint.
Kathleen was a very devoted and loving wife.
She is survived by two brothers, Gary Vincent Sipes of Dumfries, VA and Edward Thomas Sipes and his wife Jo Ann Sipes of Woodbridge, VA; three sons, Walter Ray Satterfield Jr., Paul Jeffery Satterfield and Steve Jackson and his wife Lori all of Hendersonville; two daughters, Beverly Satterfield of Hendersonville and Kathy Beckett and her husband Tom of Etowah; fourteen grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 9:15 AM to 10:00 AM Saturday, July 16, 2016 at Mud Creek Baptist Church with a celebration of her life following at 10:00 AM with Rev. Greg Mathes officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Elizabeth House, 581 S. Allen Street, Flat Rock, NC 28731.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Kathleen Sipes Satterfield, 61

Kathleen Sipes Satterfield, 61, of Hendersonville, NC went to be with the Lord, Monday, July 11, 2016.

Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory will announce the arrangements.

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James Patterson

James Patterson of East Flat Rock has passed away July 10, 2016 after an extended illnes at Pardee Hospital.
He was a lifelong resident of Hendersonville.
He was the son of the late Avery and Lucy Mae Patterson. He was one of sixteen children and leaves behind many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He leaves behind his son, James Patterson Jr; daughters, Monica Gist, Denise Quisenberry, Rachel Dixon and Sydney Partee.
A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, July 14 at Holly Springs Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Mike Engle officiating.
Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.

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John Charles Clay

John Charles Clay of Flat Rock died on Wednesday, July 6, 2016, the day before his 76th birthday, at Greenville Memorial Hospital. He was born in Syracuse, NY to the late Charles and Laura Whitaker Clay, and was raised in Gloversville, NY.

He was a graduate of the Mount Hermon School and Colgate University. In 1964 he joined the Information Systems Division of Procter and Gamble in Cincinnati, OH. This positon took him to Greece for 2 years and to Spain for 6 years. Upon returning, he managed the Latin America and Asia Pacific areas of Information Systems until retirement.

After retiring, he and Barbara moved to Hendersonville where he enjoyed getting together with friends, playing golf and traveling. He was a volunteer Golf Rules Official for the CGA and also an ESL tutor at Bruce Drysdale School.

He is survived by his loving wife, best friend and golfing partner of 54 years, Barbara; son, Scott Clay and his wife, Audra; daughter, Laura Cohen and her husband, Michael; and mother-in-law, Dorothy Schorr. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Logan Clay, Maxwell Cohen and Rebecca Cohen, who brought joy to his heart and a smile to his face.

A memorial service will be held at 10 am on Friday, July 15, 2016 at Shuler Funeral Home, followed by a small reception at Hendersonville Country Club. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in John’s name to The Free Clinics (841 Case St., Hendersonville, NC 28792) or the charity of your choice.

To offer online condolences, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Annie Louise Owens, 84

Annie Louise Owens, 84, of Hendersonville, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 7, 2016 at Park Ridge Health, surrounded by her family. She was a daughter of the late Leoda Rippie and William Suttles. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Earl Henson Owens; a daughter, Edith Owens and two brothers, Mac and William Suttles.
Ann loved cooking and caring for her family. She cherished the time she was able to spend with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Survivors included her two daughters, Elaine Shipman of Hendersonville and Cathy Last and her husband Carl of SC; one son, William “Bill” Owens of Hendersonville; grandchildren, Anthony, Ryan, Dewayne, Mandy, Candy, Scotty and Justin; great-grandchildren, Blake, Mackenzie and Matthew; brothers, Albert Suttles of Etowah, Charles Suttles and his wife Nancy of IL and Kenneth Suttles of Brevard; sisters, Mary Banks of Brevard and Bethalee McCallum of UT.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 11, 2016 at 2pm in the Chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in the park with a reception afterwards in the funeral home.
To offer online condolences please visit www.forestlawnfuneralhome.com.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Clifford E. Hendershot

July 7, 2016, Clifford E. Hendershot left this earth to meet our Lord and his wife in heaven. He finished his life as he lived it; well done and in perfect order. He made his way through this world as a servant, being useful and living each day with a purpose. He lived quietly and conservatively, without a need of praise or fanfare. He let you know what he didn't like, but was always a gentleman and grateful for your efforts. He never wanted to be a burden to others, and kept the trials he experienced late in life to himself. He will be greatly missed.

Clifford was a veteran of WWII, having served from 1943-1945 as a machinist in the 555th Ordinance Heavy Maintenance Company, stationed in northern France. He was a man of faith and a steadfast father to three children, Gordon A. Hendershot (Brenda) of Belton, SC; Shirley A. Feagin (Craig) of Hendersonville; and Norman A. Hendershot (Beth) of Hickory, NC. He leaves behind seven grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 64 years, Virginia M. Hendershot.

Clifford worked as a welder for the railroad after the war, then dedicated 33 years of this life as an engineer for Aeroquip Corporation in Jackson, Michigan. He spent over 30 years in retirement and volunteered much of that time in service to his church, his children, and the community. Clifford and Virginia were members of the First Presbyterian Church of Hendersonville, and faithful volunteers with Bounty of Bethlehem and the Meals on Wheels program for a number of years. He enjoyed woodworking and made beautiful, hand-crafted clocks and cradles for his children and grandchildren. One could always count on Cliff to fix anything broken and lend a helping hand with a project.

Clifford grew up in Jackson, Michigan, and moved to Rutherfordton, NC with Aeroquip Corporation in 1971. He and Virginia moved to Hendersonville in 1997 and he spent his remaining years enjoying the beauty of this community. He was priviledged to be among the last group of Henderson County veterans taken to the WWII memorial in Washington, D.C. through the Honor Air program, and was moved by the experience.
The family will hold a private service in his honor at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Henderson County Meals on Wheels program.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family atwww.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Fannie Hack Hyder, 92

Fannie Hack Hyder, 92, of Hendersonville, NC went to be with the
Lord, Sunday, July 3, 2016.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris D. Hyder and her
parents, Alan and Carrie Tunnal Hack.

She was a native of Ft. Worth, Texas and had lived in Henderson
County for the past 72 years.

She was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Post #5206
and a long time member of Refuge Baptist Church.

She is survived by a daughter, Elvonne Watts and her husband Ray of
Hendersonville, NC; two sons, Ronald Hyder and his wife Cathie of
Hendersonville and Gregory Hyder of Hendersonville; a sister, Evelyn
Jones of Texas; seven grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren; two
great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends Thursday night from 6:00 pm to 7:30
pm at Jackson Funeral Service. A graveside service will be held 11:00
am Friday, July 8th at Refuge Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Roy
Perry officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Refuge Baptist
Church Building Fund.

Condolence cards may be sent to the family at
www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Betty Warnock Jackson, 87

Betty Warnock Jackson, 87, of Hendersonville died peacefully on Monday, July 4, 2016 at the Elizabeth House following a brief period of declining health. She was a daughter of the late Herman and Marguerite Warnock. Betty was also preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Jackson, Jr.; daughter, Suzanne Jackson and sister, Evelyn Major. She was born in Atlanta, GA and was raised in South Carolina and Georgia. She moved to Hendersonville in 1955 and resided here for 59 years. Betty resided briefly in Georgia before recently returning to Hendersonville.
Betty was a member of Hendersonville First Baptist Church, where she was employed for over 30 years as a preschool teacher and then preschool director. She was a woman of very strong faith who enjoyed her walk with God, through her relationship with Jesus Christ. Betty enjoyed all of God’s creation from the mountains to the beaches, along with the trees, flowers, and birds that inhabit it. She cherished her family and enjoyed spending time with them, especially her children and grandchildren. Betty touched the lives of many people through her ministry work with Love In Action, Special Friends and Interfaith Assistance Ministry.
She is survived by her daughters; Marguerite Murphy and her husband Tim of Griffin, GA, Deborah Mihalik and her husband John of Hendersonville; sons, David Jackson and his wife Martha of Smyrna, GA, Mark Jackson and his wife Jill of Hendersonville; brother, Charles Warnock and his wife Lola of Georgia; 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.
A celebration of life will be held at 1pm on Thursday, July 7, 2016 at Hendersonville First Baptist Church with the Reverends Steve Scoggins and Dr. Gordon Elliott officiating. The family will receive friends following the service in the reception hall. A private family graveside will be held.
An online register book is available by visiting www.shulerfuneralhome.com
Shuler Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Inez Mills Gasperson, 77

Inez Mills Gasperson, 77, of Naples, NC passed away Saturday, July 3, 2016.

She was born and was a resident of Buncombe County until 1971 when
she moved to Henderson County. She lived and worked in Henderson County
until recently moving back to Buncombe County. She was a graduate of
Owen High School and had worked at Youngblood Truck Lines, Cason
Companies, Southerland Insurance and had owned and operated the Huddle
House Restaurant in Naples with her husband Bob.

Inez’s favorite hobby and pastime was being the world’s best “Mimi”
and was always ready for any adventure with family and friends.

She was a 50 year member of Naples Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Amos and Helen Mills and her loving husband of 54 years, Robert “Bob” Gasperson Sr.

She is survived by three children, Kim Gasperson-Justice and her
husband, Ron, of Hendersonville, Robert James Gasperson, Jr. “Jimmy”
Gasperson, of Mills River and Karen Ensley and her husband, Kevin, of
Candler; seven grandchildren, Colton Gasperson, Gabe Justice, Christian
Ensley, Erin Justice, Trenton Gasperson, Kaitlyn Ensley and Greyson
Gasperson; a brother, John Mills and his wife Deanna of Arden, a niece,
Lisa Childs and two nephews, John and Brian Mills.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 7th from 1:30 pm
until 3:00 pm at Naples Baptist Church in Naples with the service
following at 3:00 pm. Burial will follow at Avery’s Creek Christian
Church in Avery’s Creek.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Naples Baptist Church,
799 Rugby Dr, Hendersonville, NC 28791 or to Care Partners Hospice, PO
Box 25338, Asheville, NC 28813 or to your favorite charity.

Condolence cards can be sent in care of Jackson Funeral Service at PO Box 945 Hendersonville, NC 28793 or www.jacksonfuneralservice.com.

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