Grady Phillip King 66,

Grady Phillip King 66, of Flat Rock, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at Pardee Hospital.

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Fredrick Ray “Fred” Dorsey, 87

Fredrick Ray ""Fred" Dorsey, 87, of Hendersonville passed away Thursday, October 26, 2017 at Hendersonville Health & Rehab in Flat Rock.

Born in Buncombe County, he was a son of the late Fredrick and Jessie Hensley Dorsey. He was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Kristina Sturdivant, eight sisters and one brother.

Fred served three terms in the NC House of Representatives as well as past President of the NC Wildlife Federation and Hendersonville Crime Stoppers. He retired from General Electric. Fred was an avid fisherman and enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a member of Fruitland United Methodist Church where he taught Sunday School and was an active member of the choir.

Fred is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Suzanne Carmichael Dorsey; son, Robert Todd Dorsey of Hendersonville; daughter, Deborah Dorsey Wells of Kernersville; three grandchildren, Jennifer Dorsey, Carissa Graham and Robert M. Wells III; eight great-grandchildren, Kierra Hill, Kendall Williams, Kooper Sturdivant, Chase Graham, Collin Graham, Camden Wells, Dominic Wells and Robert M. Wells IV; and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 4 pm Sunday, October 29, 2017 at Fruitland United Methodist Church with the Reverends Steve Jones and Jerry Warren officiating. Burial will follow at Fruitland Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday one hour prior to the service at the church.

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

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Estelle Lowrance Dygert

Estelle Lowrance Dygert born to Claude and Nelly Lowrance in West Palm Beach, FL October 11th, 1927 died Monday evening October 23 at the Laurels after a short illness.

A graduate of Flat Rock High School, She was preceded in death by her husband of more than 50 years Victor George Dygert and her brother Neal Lowrance.

She is survived by her son Wayne Dygert, grandchildren Tori and Jon Dygert, and great grandchildren Mara, Orin Carys, Kendal, Moses, and Marissa.

A graveside service will be held 1:30 PM Saturday at Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers please donate to a charity of your choice.

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

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Vivian Mae Scott Hoeppner

Vivian Mae Scott Hoeppner of Hendersonville, NC, passed away Friday, October 13, 2017 at Four Seasons, Elizabeth House, Flat Rock, NC, after an extended illness. She was born July 10, 1929, in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Mary Peterson and Walter Anthony Scott. She was married for 52 years to Walter F. Hoeppner, Jr., until his death in 2003.

A resident of Flat Rock, NC since 1988, prior to her move to Carolina Village in 2014, Vivian was a member of the Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness, serving in many roles including Altar Guild and the Buildings and Grounds Committee. Vivian was a member of P.E.O., the Garden Club of Hendersonville, Hendersonville Country Club and an active supporter of many community organizations including Brevard Music Center, Children and Family Resource Center, Pardee Hospital Foundation (Cancer Center/Woman Helping Women), Boys and Girls Clubs and Interfaith Assistance Ministry.

Before moving to Henderson County, Vivian and Walter, were 30-year residents of Flossmoor, IL, where they raised their family, were members of St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church and active in many community organizations. She enjoyed worldwide travel and sports of all kinds.

She is survived by her daughter, Lynn Matykiewicz and her husband Jim of Lowell, IN, and her son, Walter F. Hoeppner III and his wife Anne of Libertyville, IL; five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 1p.m. on Saturday, November 18, 2017, at the Episcopal Church of St. John-in-the-Wilderness in Flat Rock, NC. The Rev. John A. Morton will officiate.

Memorials may be made to the Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness, the Pardee Hospital Foundation, the Vivian S. Hoeppner “Sugar Bowl” Fund, in support of Children and Family Resource Center, or the Vivian S. Hoeppner Salvation Army Summer Camp Fund, both administered by the Community Foundation of Henderson County.

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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James Edward Sprinkle, 61

James Edward Sprinkle, 61, of Hendersonville, died at Pardee Hospital Monday, October 16, 2017.

He was born April 29, 1956, in Buncombe County to the late Jim and Annie Brigman Sprinkle, and was also preceded in death by a brother, Marshall Sprinkle, and a sister, Viola Ratliff.

Survivors include his wife, Lora Sprinkle; daughters Keisha Sprinkle (Bobby), of Hendersonville, Lisa Sprinkle (Justin) of Flat Rock, and Brittany Sprinkle of Hendersonville; two granddaughters, Caitlyn and Hailey Hollifield of Hendersonville; one sister, Martha Shelton of Burnsville, and three brothers, David Sprinkle and Jackie Sprinkle of Asheville, and Michael Sprinkle of Leland, North Carolina.

A military funeral service will be held Thursday, October 19, at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church, 56 Mount Gilead Church Road, Mills Rivers, with visitation from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The service will be at 12:00 p.m. with the Rev. Clyde Metcalf officiating. Burial will be private for immediate family.

Jackson Funeral Service is assisting the family.

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Brennan Quinn LeMay, 22

Brennan Quinn LeMay, 22, of Hendersonville, NC passed away
Thursday, October 12, 2017 at his home.

Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.

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Tina Louise Maybin, 46,

Tina Louise Maybin, 46, of Hendersonville went home to be with the Lord Thursday, October 12, 2017 at the Elizabeth House. She was born in Henderson County and was the daughter of Eddie and Martha Justice. She was preceded in death by her sister, Cynthia Justice McGraw.
Tina was a member of Mountain Home Baptist Church. The family would like to thank Bobbi and the Bay Breeze family, and Richard Kaltenbach for their kindness during her illness.
Survivors include her parents, Eddie and Martha Justice; two daughters, Casondra Hopper and her husband Josh and Autumn Maybin; a son, Jonathan Maybin; grandchildren, Isabella, Ansley, and Jonah; nieces, Arica, Ashley and Heather; and many cousins.
A funeral service will be at 2:00 PM, Monday, October 16, 2017 at Mountain Home Baptist Church in Edneyville with Reverend Craig Garren officiating. Burial will follow in the Mountain Home Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM in the Forest Lawn Funeral Home Chapel.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made toward the funeral expenses in care of Forest Lawn Funeral Home.
Please visit forestlawnhendersonville.com for online condolences.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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James Garrett Brown, 96,

James Garrett Brown, 96, of Mills River died Friday at Elizabeth House in Hendersonville. Mr. Brown was the son of the late Sidney and Bertha Brown of Madison County. His wife of 74 years, Grace Brown preceded him in death in February of last year. In addition to his wife and parents he was also preceded in death by his brothers Aubrey and Burgess Brown and his sister Imejean Barger.

Mr. Brown leaves two sons, Terry Brown of Greer, SC and Jerome Brown of Lutz Florida, a daughter Sherry Brown of Hartford, CT; seven grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. He also he leaves a brother Calvin Brown of Swannanoa and a sister Margaret Stamey of Oteen.

Mr. Brown served in the USMC in World War II in the Pacific, specifically on the Tinian and Marinas Islands as a Machine Gunner. Later in life when he began to talk more about his war experiences he revealed that he and his regiment guarded the Enola Gay before it left the Island. Among other medals he received a Rifle Sharpshooter badge that he was most proud of. He claimed that it was life skill he needed to keep the “varmints” out of his garden. He retired from Textron in 1985 after working in both South Carolina and CT. He also worked on submarines at General Dynamics in Groton, CT

Mr. Brown was a dedicated gardener and also played golf with a group of men who called themselves the “Crooked Creakers”. He was an active member of Oak Grove Christian Church in Arden.

The family is deeply grateful for the care he received at Carolina Reserve where he was known as “Papa”. They loved him and he loved them. We are also grateful to Cheryl Reisman of Homewatch Caregivers. Her companionship and kindness were critical to their wellbeing as they aged.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 10 a.m. at Forest Lawn Funeral Home.

To offer online condolences please visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Jacob A. Ray, 21

Jacob A. Ray, 21, of Hendersonville passed away Monday, October 9, 2017. He was a native of Henderson County, and the son of Elizabeth Kuykendall and Victor Ray.
Jacob was pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Science at Western Carolina University. He was a member of Western Carolina Club Soccer Team and was pursuing membership in WCU Car Club. He loved skateboarding, snowboarding, soccer, and had a passion for sports cars. He cherished his friends and Levi, his brother and best friend. He was a devout Christian.
He is survived by his father and mother, Victor and Beth Kuykendall Ray; his brother, Levi Ray; maternal grandmother, Gaye Ledbetter; paternal grandmother, Marie Oswald; great-grandfather, Dan Jones; aunts and uncles, Anitra and Curtis Newman, Linda Ray, Duwayne Ray, Judy and Ken Wise; and cousins, Kala Newman, Daniel Newman.
A funeral service will be at 10am Saturday, October 14, 2017 in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home. Reverend Dr. Tommy Smith will officiate. Burial will follow the service in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8pm Friday.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contribution be made to: www.gofundme.com/jacob-ray-medical-and-memorial-fund.
Please visit forestlawnhendersonville.com for online condolences.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Daniel J. Dolan, 84

Daniel J. Dolan, 84, of Saluda, NC passed away Friday, September
29, 2017 at Pardee Hospital.

He served four years in the U.S. Army and retired as an Airline
Pilot for American Airlines in 1993.

Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.

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James Lowell “Jimmy” Carter, 57

James Lowell “Jimmy” Carter, 57, of Hendersonville, NC passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at his home.

A Celebration of Jimmy’s Life will be held Saturday, September 30th at his home from 2:00 PM - Until...

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James Lowell “Jimmy” Carter, 57

James Lowell “Jimmy” Carter, 57, of Hendersonville, NC passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at his home.

A Celebration of Jimmy’s Life will be held Saturday, September 30th at his home from 2:00 PM - Until...

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Dr. C.S. (Sam) Boland

Dr. C.S. (Sam) Boland, left this world to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday September 17, 2017. He spent his last minutes enjoying two of his passions, enjoying German cuisine at an Oktoberfest while speaking German to his dear friends and family.
Born May 03, 1934 in Ware Shoals, SC (Greenwood County) and raised in Greenville, SC, he was a resident of Key Largo, FL and maintained a home in Hendersonville, NC.
Sam attended Greenville High School and graduated from Annapolis High School in Annapolis MD. He graduated from Newberry College June 02, 1957 with a B.S. degree in Chemistry. He played basketball for the Newberry College Indians and was a lifetime member of the Letterman’s Club. He graduated dental school at The University of Maryland on June 10, 1961 with a D.D.S. degree Doctor of Dental Surgery and was awarded membership in the Chi Beta Phi fraternity on March 09, 1957. He was also a lifetime member of the Academy of General Dentistry.
Sam was honorably discharged from the United States Marine Corps Reserves on June 28, 1963 at the rank of Corporal, E – 4 after serving a total of 7 years. He was raised in Trinity Lutheran Church, Main Street, Greenville, SC.
He was an active member of Grace Lutheran Church, Hendersonville, NC and Immanuel Lutheran Church Key Largo, FL. Sam practiced dentistry over 40 years in Easley, SC where he was extremely active in the community. He served as a member of The Lions Club and was President of the Easley Green Wave Booster Club from 1976-1977.
He was a long-time member of IPTAY and a Life Donor, a member of The University of Maryland Terrapin Club, A life member of The University of Maryland Alumni Association and served on the Board of Trustees of Newberry College.
Aside from being a renowned dentist and an oral surgeon, Dr. Boland was an entrepreneur and investor. Over the course of his life, he held numerous interests in real estate and fuel oil.
He was an avid tennis player, playing on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays each week. He played 2 full sets the Friday before his passing. Dr. Boland also was the founding member of the Mountain Top Romeo Club in Hendersonville, NC affectionally referred to as the “Retired Old Men Eating Out”.
Above all , Sam Boland cherished his family and friends and is survived by his wife of 30 years, Kathy Barton Boland, two children and seven grandchildren. Son Robbie Boland and his wife Melody of Lexington, SC, Parker Caroline Boland, Reagan Samantha Boland and Brayden Jax Boland. Son, Bryan Bowers and his wife Julia of Berea, SC. Vincent Wyche, Victoria Rose Connor Mille and Samuel Charlie.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the following; Shriner’s Hospital for Children: 950 West Ferris Road, Greenville, SC 29605 or YMCA Camp Greenville for youth: 4399 YMCA Camp Road Cleveland, SC 29635.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or to Po Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Ronald B. Stepp, 87

Ronald B. Stepp, 87 passed away after a short illness on September 18, 2017. A lifelong resident of Henderson County, Mr. Stepp graduated Hendersonville High School in 1950. Mr. Stepp retired as Assistant Chief of the Hendersonville Fire Department in 1992 after 32 years of service. Mr. Stepp was a founding member of the VFW Rescue Squad, now known as the Henderson County Rescue Squad, and spent his life in service to the citizens of Henderson County. He enjoyed helping people, plain and simple; he was a man of integrity.

Mr. Stepp was a proud Navy veteran of the Korean War, with at-sea service on both an aircraft carrier and a minesweeper; his duty station being the Sea of Japan. Mr. Stepp was proud to have been accompanied by his son Ronnie on an Honor Air flight to Washington, DC this summer. He was a member of the VFW, the American Legion, and a life member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elk #1616 in Hendersonville.

He enjoyed golf, fishing, camping, hunting and a good NASCAR race, especially when Dale Earnhardt was in the winner’s circle. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Hendersonville and the Roy Johnson Sunday School class. In his later years, he became an active member of the renowned Piggy’s “Liar’s Club,” which met Monday through Friday.

Mr. Stepp was preceded in death by his mother Hannie Mae Stepp and father George Odell Stepp; two brothers, Lewis and Grover Stepp, and his beloved son, Wesley Alan Stepp.

Survivors include his loving wife of 62 years, Betty Israel Stepp of the home, and son Ronald Stepp, Jr. and friend Renee Richardson of Chapin, SC. Daughter Diane Burton (Brad) of Mills River, NC; sister in law Lawanna Stepp of Dillon, SC; and daughter in law Kim Stepp and her son and daughter in law Jerry and Hayley James of Simpsonville, SC; Grandchildren Russell Burton and Kaitlyn Burton of Charlotte, NC; Hannah Stepp of Taylors, SC; Katie Grimes (Damon) of Auburn, Alabama, Kris Stepp of Beaufort, SC. Great grand children Anderson and Ashlyn Grimes and Jakob and Brice Stepp. Several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at First United Methodist Church on Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 2:00 pm. The family will receive friends in the Christian Life Center after the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family would request memorials to First United Methodist Church and the Henderson County Rescue Squad in Mr. Stepp’s honor.

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

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Louise J. Hill, 85

Louise J. Hill, 85, of Hendersonville, NC passed away Saturday, September 16, 2017 at her home.

She is a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dudley G. Jackson Sr. and Essie King Jackson, a brother, Herbert Jackson, a sister, Faye Gray and a grandson, Kelly Hill.

She was a member and vendor at the Henderson County Curb Market for 25 years and was known as the “Flower Lady” and was a member of Union Hill Baptist Church.

She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Dewitt Hill; her daughter, Trudy Hollifield of Hendersonville; her son, Edsel Hill and his wife Lugenia of Hendersonville; siblings, Lessie Coggins of Flat Rock, D. G. Jackson Jr. of Flat Rock, Ethel Hoots of Flat Rock, Betty Williams of Edneyville, Maxine Banks of Flat Rock, Paul Jackson of Old Fort, Eunice Lynch of Flat Rock, George Jackson of Greenville, SC, Kay Kluge of Landrum, SC and Martha Lee of Peidmont, SC; her granddaughter, Amanda Cantrell; her two great grandchildren, Sydney and Mason Cantrell; numerous nieces and nephews and countless friends.

A graveside service will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, September 20th at Union Hill Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Doug Carroll and Rev. A. D. Hopper officiating. A celebration of Louise’s Life will follow at the Tracy Grove Fellowship building with a meal.

Louise was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.

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

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Howard Bennett Jacobus, 92

Howard Bennett Jacobus, 92, of Laurel Park, NC went to be with the Lord, Thursday, September 14, 2017.
He grew up in Mountain View, NJ, lived for many years in Miramar, Florida and had lived in Henderson County since 1982.
He served in the US Navy during WW II aboard the USS Saratoga.
Howard owned and operated INdoors INC, was a member of the Kedron Masonic Lodge and the Hendersonville Shrine Club.
He is survived by his wife Kathy; two sons, Todd Jacobus (Franny) and Timothy Jacobus and two grandchildren, Jack and Bennett.
A memorial service will be held 10:00 AM Saturday, September 23rd at the Hendersonville First Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Scoggins officiating. The Kedron Masonic Lodge will perform Masonic Rites. The family will receive friends following 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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Darlene Braswell Gaillard

Darlene Braswell Gaillard of Hendersonville, NC passed away Thursday, September 14, 2017 at her home following a short illness.
She was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Grace Stepp and Gaither Stepp and her paternal grandparents, Robert and Violet Hall.
She graduated from West Henderson High School and Isothermal Community College and worked at Pardee Hospital and Park Ridge Hospital. She was a member of Balfour Methodist Church.
Darlene is survived by her mother, Diane Allen and her husband, Steve of Hendersonville; her father, Joseph Braswell of Hendersonville; her husband, Robert Gaillard of Denver, CO; her brother, Darryl Braswell (Debbie Beutell) of Hendersonville; her sister, Tamela Braswell-Kirby (Pete) of Atlanta, GA; a special aunt, Martha Gaillard of Hendersonville; several aunts, uncles, nieces, cousins and her beloved dog Prince.
A Celebration of Darlene’s Life will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 19th at Balfour Methodist Church, 2567 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville, NC 28791, officiated by Reverend Jerry Mullinax. The family will receive friends immediately following the Celebration in the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Four Seasons Compassion For Life,
571 South Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731 or to Brother Wolf Animal Rescue, 31 Glendale Ave, Asheville, NC 28803.
Darlene will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793. of Hendersonville, NC passed away Thursday, September 14, 2017 at her home following a short illness.
She was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Grace Stepp and Gaither Stepp and her paternal grandparents, Robert and Violet Hall.
She graduated from West Henderson High School and Isothermal Community College and worked at Pardee Hospital and Park Ridge Hospital. She was a member of Balfour Methodist Church.
Darlene is survived by her mother, Diane Allen and her husband, Steve of Hendersonville; her father, Joseph Braswell of Hendersonville; her husband, Robert Gaillard of Denver, CO; her brother, Darryl Braswell (Debbie Beutell) of Hendersonville; her sister, Tamela Braswell-Kirby (Pete) of Atlanta, GA; a special aunt, Martha Gaillard of Hendersonville; several aunts, uncles, nieces, cousins and her beloved dog Prince.
A Celebration of Darlene’s Life will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 19th at Balfour Methodist Church, 2567 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville, NC 28791, officiated by Reverend Jerry Mullinax. The family will receive friends immediately following the Celebration in the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Four Seasons Compassion For Life,
571 South Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731 or to Brother Wolf Animal Rescue, 31 Glendale Ave, Asheville, NC 28803.
Darlene will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Jeffery T. “Randy Dandy” Gibbs 29

Jeffery T. “Randy Dandy” Gibbs 29, of St. George, SC passed away Monday September 11, 2017 at his residence.
Arrangements are pending and will be announced by Jackson Funeral Service.

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W. Hugh “Pee-Wee” Hamilton 89

W. Hugh “Pee-Wee” Hamilton 89, passed away September 1, 2017 at the Elizabeth House in Flat Rock, NC. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Viola Hamilton; brother, J.B. and wife Helen; first wife, Roma Orr Hamilton along with several aunts and uncles.
Hugh was a native of Andrews, NC. He graduated from Western Carolina University and received his Master’s Degree from George Peabody College, Nashville TN. While at Western, he was Catamounts leading scorer and rusher. In 1948 he became an all North State Conference selection and added All-State honors in 1949 for Western Carolina’s first ever conference football champions. He was a former Athletic Director/football coach in Andrews. While there the Andrews Wildcats were State Regional Champions in 1964, 1966 and 1967. He left Andrews in 1968 and became head football coach at Asheville High. In 1972 he came to East Henderson High in Hendersonville. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame at Western Carolina, Andrews High and East Henderson High. The football stadium in Andrews is named in his honor. He was a Navy Veteran serving on the submarine Sea Robin.
He is survived by wife, Mildred Arrowood Brooks; son Bill Hamilton of Hendersonville; daughter, Terry and husband Terry Paige of Hendersonville; grandchildren, Dustin and Nicole Paige, Jessica Hamilton; one great grandchild, Ryland Hunnicutt; stepchildren, Mike Brooks and wife Florence, Sherry Brooks, Sheila Reid and husband Bernard; step-grandchildren, Mathew Blythe, Steven Brooks, Michell Wally, Stephanie Brooks, Keshia Reid and five great-stepchildren.
Services will be held 2pm at Mud Creek Baptist Church on Wednesday, September 6, 2017. Mr. Hamilton’s body will lie in state in the Worship Center while the family receives friends from 12pm-1:45 in the hospitality room.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Elizabeth House, 581 S. Allen Rd. Flat Rock, NC 28731 or Blue Ridge Humane Society, 88 Centipede Lane, Hendersonville, NC 28792.
To offer online condolences please visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Stanley Lewis “Mike” Davidson, 85

Stanley Lewis “Mike” Davidson, 85 of Brevard went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, August 24th at the Elizabeth House after a year of declining health.
He was born on July 19, 1932 to Plummer W. and Marcella A. Malone Davidson in Milesburg, Center County, Pa.
Mike was preceded in death by his first wife Billie Joanne Baker Davidson, son Garry Wayne Davidson, granddaughter Andrea Nicodemus, brother Robert W. “Bill” (Ellen), and sister Annadell (Darrell) Eminhizer.
He is survived by wife Carol Elsmore Tucker Davidson, daughter Judy (Vern) Nicodemus, grandson Aaron (Heather) Nicodemus, great grandson Elijah Nicodemus, brother Donald (Margaret) Davidson, 4 step children, 7 step grandchildren, and 5 step great grandchildren, a close nephew Darrell (Ed), and Sharon Eminhizer, plus many nieces and nephews.
Mike received an Associates degree from Penn State before he joined the Army and spent 16 months in Korea.
He worked for the Department of Defense, and he and his family enjoyed their assignments in Australia, England, then back to Maryland. He was a realtor in Brevard.
Mike enjoyed playing softball, tennis, horseshoes, and table tennis, but his favorite since age 16 was bowling. He played in two leagues after he retired, and was proud of his 800 series ring, and two 300 game rings.
He was a member of the American Legion, NARFE, FIPERS, Meals on Wheels, and Etowah Lions Club for 16 years working to provide free eye exams and glasses to those in need. He was presented with the Melvin Jones Fellow, Jack Stickley Fellow, and Lions for Life award.
A celebration of Life service will be held at Grace Lutheran Church on Rte. 64 and Blythe St. on Saturday, September 9, 2017 at 3:00pm with refreshments following. Military Honors will be conducted by the Henderson County Honor Guard.
Please wear happy colors to remember his happy smile.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Etowah Lions Club, P.O. Box 234, Etowah NC 28729 in Mike’s memory.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or to Po Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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