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Doris Gracey, 92, passed away quietly on March 18, 2017. Born in Waycross, GA she was the daughter of the late Helen Lorraine Balser Carraway and the late Oscar James Hall.
Doris spent her adult life in Ft. Myers and Miami, FL. She was married to the late L.F. Gracey and worked for National and Pan American Airlines. After her retirement, she moved to Hendersonville where she spent her final years in the special care of The Laurels of Hendersonville and in the tender care of Four Seasons Hospice.
Doris is survived by her son, Michael Kevin Gracey; sister, Kathryn Fleming; nephews, Carl, Terry, Jim and Winston; nieces, Susan Connie, Lorraine and Claire.
No local services are planned.
To offer online condolences please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.
Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Robert Francis Chaya “Bob”, aged 75, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday March 7, 2017, at his home in Hendersonville NC.
Bob was born in Elizabeth NJ on March 24 1941, to Alexander and Regina Chaya.
He was an avid sportsman who loved fishing, hunting, and traveling.
His many talents and hobbies included carpentry, photography, and custom fishing rod building.
He is survived by his beloved wife Bonnie, sister Joan and brother Richard, sons Craig and Christopher, four grandchildren: Heidi, Mason, Annelise and Zachary.
Memorial services are being arranged in both NJ and NC at a later date.
Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.
Jeannette Reed Turpin, 72, of Edneyville, NC went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 20, 2017 after a short battle with cancer.
She graduated from Florida State University and was a Seminole Fan.
She loved music and enjoyed playing the Baritone and ringing handbells. She played in the Hendersonville Community Band and was a member of the Praise Ringers Handbell Choir in Fletcher, NC.
She loved helping people at Shelton Pharmacy, was a school teacher at Faith Christian Day School and had retired from the Henderson County Library after 9 years where she enjoyed telling stories to children and was known as “Miss Nettie”. She was a crafter and loved to crochet and do lathe work.
Nettie loved the Lord and tried to serve Him in any way that she could and was a member of Fruitland Baptist Church.
She is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, William “Bill” Turpin Jr.; a daughter, Barbie Higdon (Jerry) of Brevard; a grandson, Ben Higdon; a brother, Bill Reed of Georgia and was loved by many.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, March 25th at Fruitland Baptist Church with Rev. Craig Stepp officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Fruitland Baptist Church Building Fund, 150 College Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.
Walter Clyde Parris, 78, of Hendersonville went to be with the Lord in what he called his forever home on Saturday, March 18, 2017 at the Elizabeth House after a period of declining health. A native of Henderson County, he was a son of the late Robert “Bob” and Birdell Rhodes Parris. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Nathan, Grady, Clarence, Donald, Fred, Hugh “Tig” and Ray Parris; sisters, Melba Parris Gordon and Iris Parris Pack.
Walter was a produce farmer for over 30 years and enjoyed his garden and sharing his crops with friends and family. He also enjoyed selling produce at the Henderson Co. Tailgate Market for many years. He was a man who loved home and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Wanda Elmore Parris; daughters, Debbie Parris Davis, Tammy Parris Glover and her husband, Jeff, Beverly Parris Henderson and her husband Richard; sisters, Irene Parris Roper, Evileen Parris Norwood and Rita Parris Justus ; grandchildren, Ashley Glover and her husband Cody, Zack Davis, Amanda Glover, Dawson Henderson and Landon Henderson; great-grandchildren, Will Glover and Zayden Davis; sister-in-law’s, Dorothy and Ruby Parris; and a large number of nieces, nephews and friends.
A funeral service will be held at 2pm on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at Tracy Grove Baptist Church with the Reverends James Maybin and Travis Parker officiating. A visitation will be held from 6-8pm on Monday, March 20, 2017 at Forest Lawn Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to the Elizabeth House, 581 S. Allen Rd. Flat Rock, NC 28731.
Online condolences may be offered by visiting www.shulerfuneralhome.com.
Shuler Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Trina Kay Beddingfield, 27, of Tuxedo, passed away March 16th, 2017 as a result of a sudden illness.
She was born March 30th, 1989, a native of Fort Worth, Texas. She graduated From Blue Ridge Community College in 2013; and in 2007 graduated R. L. Paschal High School, in Fort Worth, Texas.
She was a strong, independent woman who loved animals and helping those in need.
She is survived by her husband, Dustin Beddingfield; Her mother, Sheri Hedge; her brothers, Rece and Layne Wooten; her godparents, Tina David and Greg Terhune; her Nana, Debbie Flory; her Mimi, Frances Lee and PaJack, Jack Lee; her great aunt and uncle, Shug and Mike Morris; her great uncle James Flory; her uncle Jeff Morris and cousin Lynzie Morris. She is also survived by her husband's family; Lisa, Dolan, Jack, Lia, and Betty Beddingfield. As well as her loyal pets, Spooky, Talula, Kitty, and Filburt.
Services will be private, in lieu of flowers the family asks that you donate to Brother Wolf Animal Rescue.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or to Po Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.
Lillian Brown Swift Gaeser, 98, of Hendersonville as well as Boca Raton, Florida died Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at her residence in Florida. She was born on January 4, 1919 in New York City to the late Samuel and Sadie Karg Brown. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two husbands, Irving Swift and Walter Newman Gaeser as well as a daughter, Suzanne Valdez.
Her parents instilled in her at a very early age the importance of education which she complimented with her natural athletic ability. Mrs. Gaeser volunteered with the National Security Women’s Corps during World War II. She enrolled in Barry College, now Barry University, in 1963 to commence her degree in education. She spent the next 11 years working as a substitute teacher and studying to earn her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology as well as her Master of Science Degree in Reading Specialty in 1970. She enjoyed being around all of her students and took a special interest in mentoring them, particularly about “the affairs of the heart.” A consummate philanthropist, Lillian generously helped support many organizations, universities and causes. She never forgot the professionalism and kindness of the entire Barry University staff, and established numerous scholarships for students at the college which will continue posthumously. She was always looking to make a difference in this big world. She was a dedicated member of the Agudas Israel Congregation in Hendersonville.
She is survived by her companion of many years, David M. Lieberson, one step-son, Philip Gaeser and his wife, Lisa of Nashville, TN; four grandsons; and several nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Friday, March 17, 2017 at Oakdale Cemetery in the Agudas Israel Section, officiated by Rabbi Rachel Jackson.
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.
Lillian Brown Swift Gaeser, age 98 of Hendersonville as well as Boca Raton, FL, died Tuesday, March 14th, 2017 at her residence in Florida. A graveside service will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Friday, March 17, 2017 in the Agudas Israel section of Oakdale Cemetery in Hendersonville officiated by Rabbi Rachel Jackson. An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors are in charge of arrangements.
Jennifer Marie Hamill, 51, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away Monday, March 13, 2017
in her home with her dog Simba by her side.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Jan Hamill.
She is survived by her brother, James Hamill of East Flat Rock.
Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family locally.
H. Glenn Kilpatrick, Jr., 71, of Hendersonville passed away on Monday, March 13, 2017 at the Elizabeth House. A native and lifelong resident of Henderson County, he was a son of the late Harry Glenn Kilpatrick, Sr. and the late Mary Ruth Orr Northington. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Fuschia Andrews Kilpatrick, and a brother, Earl Kilpatrick.
Glenn was a member of Mountain View Missionary Baptist Church. He dedicated 32 years serving his country in the US Air Force, Army and civil service.
Survivors include his beloved wife of 14 years, Lola Davis Kilpatrick; loving step-father, James Northington; two daughters, Dawn Kilpatrick- Kirkpatrick and Mary Meade; one son, Michael Kilpatrick; two step-daughters, Kelly Tawney and Kathy O’Connor; one step-son, Bret Hamrick; two sisters, Carolyn Swanner and Kami Gentry; three brothers, Kim, Keith and Kevin Kilpatrick; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 2pm on Friday, March 17, 2017 at Mountain View Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Larry Mason officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6-8pm on Thursday in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home.
To offer online condolences please visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Jeffrey Lynn “Jeff” Phillips, 64, of Hendersonville, NC passed away, Saturday, March 11, 2017 after a long battle with an illness.
Jeff having his own business, Phillips and Son Small Engine Repair and being in the military as a disabled veteran, he was also a loving husband to Joyce Phillips. A strong and incredible father to all of his children, Chas, Jenny, Jerri, Mike, Jeff Jr. and Phillip. He was also a courageous outstanding grandfather to his thirteen grandchildren, as well as a friend to all. Jeff being the amazing and exemplary guy he was, he will always be dearly loved and remembered. Jeffrey was a man you would meet only once in your life. Very rare and impeccable, Jeff was irreplaceable, unique, valuable, understanding, priceless and incomparable. We are all unsure of words to say, because there isn’t enough. Jeffrey being sick for the time he was you would never think anything was wrong. He was always in such high spirits, forever smiling and laughing. Even though he is not with us anymore, part of him always will be. He’s our angel now and forever will be missed.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.
Jane Nix Dill, 80, of Edneyville, passed from this life to be with
her Lord Savior on March……She was the wife of the late Sam
H. Dill. She is survived by her two sons, Harold Rodney Dill and
Sam Greg Dill, three grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren,
two brothers, Jimmy and Wayne Nix, and one sister, Yvonne Moore.
Jane, “Nana”, was the center of her family. She loved most for the
family to gather at her home so she could not only feed their mouths
but also their souls. Birds and flowers were her passion. Nana’s
flowers continue to bloom and fill her yard with her love for all living
things. Her kindred spirit has blessed us all, and her love and kindness
will continue in our hearts and lives forever.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, March 13th at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Cemetery of which
she was a lifetime member. Pastor Bryan Melton will officiate
A jewel here on earth, a jewel in Heaven. She’ll brighten the kingdom
around God’s great throne. May the angels have peace, God bless her
in Heaven. More precious than diamonds, more precious than gold.
I love you Nana…
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or to Po Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.
Marjorie Lane Menyhard, 81, of Hendersonville, NC passed
away Wednesday, March 8, 2017 at the Elizabeth House after lengthy
illness.
She is survived by her husband, Nicholas Menyhard; three
children, Susan, Nicholas II and John and four grandchildren, Emma,
Joshua, Madison and Nicholas III.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Donations may be made in Marjorie’s name to the Hendersonville
Rescue Mission, PO Box 1512 (639 Maple Street), Hendersonville, NC
28793.
Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory will announce the arrangements.
Mickey Marvin, 61 of Hendersonville went home to be with Jesus on Monday, March 6, 2017 at his home following his battle with ALS. A native and lifelong resident of Henderson County he was preceded in death by his father Gordon J. Marvin and grandmother Dalla Green.
Mickey played and worked in various capacities for the Oakland/LA Raiders organization for 39 years. A lifelong member of the First Church of the Nazarene, He was a devout follower of Christ and found the most joy in sharing his testimony with others.
Surviving is his loving wife of 36 years, Lisa Conway Marvin; one son Jonathan Michael Marvin of Hendersonville; one daughter Paige Marvin Stines and husband Joshua of Seattle, Washington; mother and father Inez and Stan Taylor of Etowah; and a brother Linden Marvin of Hendersonville.
A funeral service will be held at 3:00pm on Sunday at the Hendersonville First Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Sherman Waters, Rev. John Marra and Rev. Joshua Stines officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 4pm until 7pm Saturday at the church.
To offer online condolences, visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com. Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.
David Ray Messer, 70, of Edneyville, NC left his Earthly body Monday, March 6, 2017 peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family. Ray was a native of Haywood county and had lived in Henderson County for the last 45 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dave and Burr Franklin Messer, two brothers, J.D. and Jayhugh Messer and two beloved nephews, James and Clinton. He loved to watch racing, going fishing and finding a deal at yard sales and flea markets. He worked at Cranston Print Works for 26 years and Medical Action for 10 years. He is survived by his living wife of 50 years, Kathy Bradley Messer; a daughter, Tammy Messer of Polk County; 2 sons, Harold Messer (Lori) of Saluda and Steven Messer (Samantha) of Franklin; 9 grandchildren, 4 ½ great grandchildren; 3 sisters, Pauline Winn of Hendersonville, Ailene Marshall of Dana and Betty Price of Waynesville; a brother, Jarvis Messer of Waynesville and several nieces and nephews. The Bradley family considered Ray more of a family member and not an “in-law”. Becky Green and Eric Bradley were more like his children. A Celebration of Ray’s Life will be held 2:00 PM Thursday, March 9th at the Chapel In The Pines of Jackson Funeral Service with Rev. Dean Elliott and Rev. Craig Stepp officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the celebration in the chapel and at other times will be at the home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hendersonville Rescue Mission, PO Box 1512, Hendersonville, NC 28793. Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.
William Charles Trainor Sr., 87, of Asheville, NC passed away Saturday, March 4, 2017.
He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict.
He is survived by his son, William Charles “Chuck” Trainor Jr. (Carol) of Hendersonville; a grandson, Jason Charles Trainor (Tabitha) of Fletcher and their two sons, Julian and Cameron and a long time close friend, Gretchen Craft.
The family will receive friends 11:00 AM Friday, March 10th at Calvary Episcopal Church. A graveside service will follow with military honors conducted by the Henderson County Honor Guard.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, 424 E. 92nd St, New York, NY 10128-6804.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.
Nancy Vallari, 79, of Hendersonville passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2017. Nancy was the daughter of the late Marion and Robert Murray of Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Nancy graduated Jamestown High School in Jamestown, New York, in 1955, and graduated with a BS in Business from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, in 1959. She was employed by Kenmore Copper Corporation in New York City for 24 years and later by CPC International Corporation (Best Foods/Unilever) in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, for 13 years before retiring to Hendersonville in 1996.
Nancy loved golf and was a member of Etowah Valley Golf Club & Lodge. She also enjoyed reading and was a long-time fan of the University of Alabama’s football team, each year attending all the Alabama home games in Tuscaloosa with family and friends.
Nancy is survived by her loving husband, Walter; her two sisters, Christine Young of Big Canoe, Georgia, and Phyllis Lindquist of Nathalie, Virginia; three nieces; and two nephews.
To those I Love…
“Let not the thought of me be sad,
For I am loving you just as I always have.
You were so good to me,
So many times I wanted still to do,
So many, many things to say to you.
Remember that I did not fear,
It was just leaving you I could not bear to face.
We cannot see Beyond – but this I Know,
I loved you so – t’was Heaven here on Earth with you.”
A celebration of Nancy’s life will be held 11:30am on Saturday, March 11, 2017 in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home. A reception will follow at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.
To offer online condolences, please visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com. Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.
On March 1, 2017, Joan Mary Taylor Reid passed away peacefully while in hospice care at Elizabeth House, Flat Rock NC. Born on June 11, 1934 in Beth Israel Hospital, Newark NJ to the late Harry and Mildred Taylor, her family eventually moved to Fairfield CT, where Joan graduated from Roger Ladlowe High School in 1951.
On Jan 29,1955 Joan married William “Bill” Reid at Blessed Sacrament Church in Newark NJ. They relocated to Hendersonville NC in 1968, where they purchased the Southwind Motel, and served as its proprietors until 1991. Joan was also a successful tax preparer, owner of Reid Tax Service, assisting clients across the region for nearly 50 years.
Joan was an active member of the community, beginning her volunteering as a Brownie leader when raising her three daughters in Hendersonville. For 23 years she volunteered at the Purple Ribbon Store benefiting Mainstay Domestic Shelters. Most recently she was a volunteer for the Counsel on Aging. She also worked the voting polls in Henderson County for over a decade.
Joan is survived by her daughters, Sharon Reid and Stacy Reid, two grandsons, Jeffrey White and Jesse Clouse, all of Hendersonville, her sister, Beverly Paoletto of Blairsville GA and a nephew, Lawrence Paoletto of Hendersonville, as well as life long friends and clients who she always treated with affection and respect. She was predeceased and never stopped missing her husband of 52 years, William Reid and her oldest daughter, Susan White, who lost her fight with cancer 16 years ago.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, March 11, 2017 from the Chapel of Jackson Funeral and Crematory in Hendersonville, NC. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday afternoon from 1 till 2pm. Interment will be held immediately afterwards at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens in Hendersonville.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests remembrances be made in the way of a donation to The Counsel on Aging 105 King Creek Blvd. Hendersonville, NC 28792.
Arrangements entrusted to the care of Jackson Funeral and Crematory in Hendersonville. Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.
Carolyn Elaine Whitaker, 68, of Horse Shoe passed away on Friday, March 3, 2017 at the Elizabeth House. A native and lifelong resident of Henderson County, she was the daughter of Carroll Gilbert and Lois Edna Israel Hudson.
Elaine was a member of Mills River Baptist Church and retired from Mills River Elementary School. She was also a member of the Mills River fire department's ladies auxiliary. A devoted wife, mother and grandmother, Elaine loved the lake and fishing.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Carroll Whitaker; sons, Phillip Whitaker and wife Rhonda and Jeremy Whitaker; grandchildren, Mason and Jordan Whitaker, Hannah and Ethan Stepp, all of Mills River; brother, Eddie Hudson of Fletcher; mother-in-law, Margaret Jane Whitaker of Mills River.
Funeral services will be held 2pm on Monday, March 6, 2017 at Mills River Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Whitaker-Moore Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 5-7pm at the church.
Memorials may be made to the Elizabeth House, 581 S. Allen Rd. Flat Rock, NC 28731.
To offer online condolence please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.
Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Lawrence M. Jackson, 73, a native of Edneyville, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, February 28, 2017.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Glenn and Louise
Jackson, two brothers, Howard and Gerald Jackson, one sister, Margie
Jackson Hill and a father-in-law, William “Bill” King.
He was a lifetime member of Mtn. Home Baptist Church and was elected as trustee.
He worked at Cranston Print Works, Farm Bureau, Southern AG, FMC Chemical Co. and was also an apple farmer all of his life.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing and traveling westward.
He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Rita King
Jackson; two children, Cathy Jackson Laughter of Wesley Chapel, NC and
Kenneth L. Jackson and his wife Brenda of Hendersonville; three
grandchildren, Carrie Jackson Kalanarhos and her husband George, Shane
M. Jackson and Dillon P. Laughter; one great grandson, Joseph A.
Kalanarhos; his sister, Mildred Jackson Reed and her husband Ned; his
mother-in-law, Pauline Jones King; several nieces and nephews and his
canine companion, Shadow.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Thursday, March 2nd at
Mtn. Home Baptist Church with Pastor Craig Garren and Rev. Bill Landreth
officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family
will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the church.
Flowers are welcome or donations may be made to the Elizabeth House, 581 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.
Jeanne Mallard Hix, 66, of Mills River went home to be with the Lord Saturday, February 25, 2017 at CarePartners Solace Center in Asheville.
Born in Lexington, NC, she was the daughter of the late Robert Anthony and Zelma Alexander Mallard. Jeanne was also preceded in death by her sister, Kathy Floyd.
She received her training from Moses H. Cone Memorial and retired as a radiological technologist. A member of First Baptist Church of Hendersonville, Jeanne taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School for the Children’s Ministry and was involved with the Women’s Ministry and other ministries at multiple churches.
She is survived by her loving husband of 34½ years, Ron Hix; sons, Zachary A. Hix (Elizabeth) of Leicester and Joshua R. Hix (Amber) of Fletcher; grandchildren, Colton A. Hix, Canyon A. Hix, Hugh H. Hix and Henry R. Hix; sister, Diane Mallard Tate (Bill) of Lexington; brother, Robbie Mallard of Lexington; eleven nieces and nephews and six grandnephews and nieces.
A memorial service will be held at 2 PM Saturday at First Baptist Church of Hendersonville. Pastor Steve Scoggins will officiate. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mountain Area Pregnancy Services of Asheville, 1710 Old Haywood Rd., Asheville, NC 28806, or to the Evangelism Explosion--Project #1568 (Robert Powell-Restricted Fiji), 161 Bradley Branch Rd., Arden, NC 28704.
To offer online condolences and to view the complete obituary, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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