Opal Nix McMurray, 77

Opal Nix McMurray, 77, of Edneyville, NC went to be with the Lord, Friday, February 24, 2017 at the home of her sister, Yvonne Moore.
She was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Dorothy Hill Nix, her husband Dewey McMurray, her siblings, Marion and Benny Nix, half siblings, Nellie Jones, Margie Freeman, Sue Rhodes, Ila Boyd and Sam Nix.
She was a member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church.
She is survived by two sisters, Janie Dill of Greensboro and Yvonne Moore of Saluda; two brothers, Wayne Nix of Edneyville and Jimmy Nix of Flat Rock and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held 2:00 PM Monday, February 27th at Forest Lawn Memorial Park with Dr. Bryan Melton officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, PO Box 22, Edneyville, NC 28727 .
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Frances Christine Cagle Maxwell, 84,

Frances Christine Cagle Maxwell, age 84, a lifelong resident of Hendersonville, passed away on Tuesday evening, February 21st, 2017 at her home. She was surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the late Charles Spurgeon Cagle and Hassie Margaret Garren Cagle. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Lucille Hudson and Marie Cagle; and by her brother, Charles Cagle.

Frances attended Hendersonville High School. She was a housewife for most of her life but worked in the lunchroom at Balfour Elementary School for about 10 years.

Frances loved life and especially loved her family. She loved the joy of laughter and will forever be remembered for her infectious laugh. She also loved her orange tabby cat, treating her like another member of the family. She loved her First Baptist Church Family and was known at the church as the “candy lady” because she was always passing out “Wint-O” mints. She enjoyed the Wednesday Night suppers at FBC, always finding joy and laughter with her special group of friends. She enjoyed going to see and listening to Gospel music; with her favorite group being Triumphant Quartet. She always found great joy in cardinals, butterfly pins, all jewelry, the color purple, Facebook and shopping at consignment stores and yard sales.

Survivors include her husband of 67 years, J.B. Maxwell; two daughters, Terri Redden and husband, Myron, Vicki Worley and husband, Bill all of Hendersonville; two grandsons, Blake Redden and wife, Natalie of Fletcher and Brad Redden and wife, Ashley of Waxhaw; one step-grandson, Rob Worley and wife, Melody of Marietta, SC; two step-granddaughters, Christa Parlow and husband, Eric of Mills River and Kelley Turbyfill and husband, Anthony of Fletcher; three great-granddaughters, Emma, Ella and Hensley Redden; and a great-grandson due in May; step-great-grandchildren, Anna and Trace Turbyfill and Jenny and Jordan Parlow. She is also survived by a number of nieces and nephews; as well as her three sisters, Margaret Brock, Mary Jones and Dottie Jones; and by one sister-in-law, Jessie Cagle.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 25th, 2017 at the First Baptist Church of Hendersonville officiated by the Reverend Steve Scoggins.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m. prior to the service at the church.

Flowers will be appreciated; or donations in Frances’ memory may be directed to the Blue Ridge Humane Society, 1214 Greenville Highway, 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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Ted Roger Beal, 68,

Ted Roger Beal, 68, of Zirconia, NC went to be with the Lord on January 11, 2017.
He was a native of Henderson County.
He is survived by a daughter, Cristy Darnell (Alton) of Hendersonville; a son, TR Beal of Raleigh; a brother, Robert Beal (Rita) of Hendersonville; a sister, Dolores Cope of Columbus, NC; several nieces and nephews a his canine companion, LB.
A celebration of Ted’s life will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, February 25th at West Hendersonville Baptist Church with Rev. Doug Raynes officiating.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Harley Benson, 69,

Harley Benson, 69, of Flat Rock went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 16, 2017. He was a son of the late Samuel and Ruby Hensley Benson. He was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Elaine, in 2015 and by two brothers, David and Cecil Benson.
Harley was a member of Dana Baptist Church and retired from Ecusta. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching Westerns.
Survivors include his son, Jerry D. Benson (Tonya) of Flat Rock; daughter, Holly B. Turner (Greg) of Columbus; four grandchildren, Courtney (Austin), Dawson, Gracie and Bella; one great-grandson, Ryker Wolf; and one sister, Beatrice Pratt of Hendersonville.
Funeral services will be held 11am on Friday, February 24, 2017 in the Chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home with Rev. Dan Blackwell officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 6-8pm at Forest Lawn Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the park.
To offer online condolences please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com
Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Azlyan Faith “Azzy” Dal Bo, 18

Azlyan Faith “Azzy” Dal Bo, 18, of Flat Rock, NC crossed over Sunday, February 12, 2017. She was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County.
She loved astrology, music and being there for her friends.
Azzy is survived by her mother, Tami Dal Bo of Flat Rock; her grandparents, Linda and Eric Peace of Hendersonville and Richard and Betsy Dal Bo of Hendersonville; her maternal great grandmother, Sarah Herring; her sister, Kira; many special cousins, aunts, uncles and friends and her dog LOLA.

A Celeberation of Azzy’s Life will be held 1:30 PM Saturday, February 25th at the Chapel In The Pines of Jackson Funeral Service. The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM.

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

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Rose Marie Crellin, 72

Rose Marie Crellin, 72, of Hendersonville passed away on Thursday, February 16, 2017 at Universal Healthcare after a period of declining health. She was the daughter of the late Domingo and Rose Marotta.

Rose began her career as an urban planner for the Los Angeles County Regional Planning Commission. She subsequently moved to Washington, DC. Rose retired from the Federal Government after working as an economist within many different departments including the Departments of Health and Human Services and the Department of Transportation. She was also an attorney and an economist for the Federal Communications Commission. She enjoyed reading and traveling especially to the Northeast and Canada.

Survivors include her loving and devoted husband of 46 years, Ronald E. Crellin; four sons, James Anthony Acosta, Scott Allen Crellin and wife Heather, Robert James Crellin and wife Kristen all of CA and Michael Brian Crellin of KS; and one brother, Robert Marotta of CA.

Funeral services will be held 12 noon on Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at the WC State Veterans Cemetery.

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

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Brian Scott Shafer, 38,

Brian Scott Shafer, 38, whose beautiful soul went to be with God on Tuesday, February 14th, 2017 will be greatly missed by many. Born April 28th, 1978 in Asheville, NC, he was a man full of love and integrity-- an inspiration to everyone who knew him. Brian is survived by his parents Joanne and Scott Shafer, his sister Jennifer Shafer, and his fiancé Sue Hjelsand and her two children Morgan and Aidan. A Celebration of his Life will be held on Sunday, February 19th from 2-3:30PM at the Grand Old Hall at Highland Lake, 86 Lily Pad Lane in Flat Rock, NC 28731. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.

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James “ Jim” Roy Wallace Sr.. 67

James “ Jim” Roy Wallace Sr.
67, of Fletcher passed away Tuesday February 14, 2017 at Mission Hospital.
Please visit the Jackson Funeral Service web site to view the complete obituary.
Condolence cards may be
sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC
28793.

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Dorothea VerBryck, 98,

Dorothea VerBryck, 98, of Hendersonville entered her heavenly home surrounded by family on Monday, February 6, 2017 at Tore's Home. Born in Allen County, Fort Wayne, IN on February 9, 1918, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Emma Kaade Prange. Her husband, Bill VerBryck, also preceded her in death.
Dorothea was formerly employed in the office of Dr. A. J. Roser & Shoaff Park Golf Course. She was a member of Our Hope Lutheran Church.
Survivors include her two daughters, Char Lee (Bill) of Asheboro, NC and Marcia Kane (Jim) of Hendersonville, NC; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; loving nieces and nephews; and a steadfast church family.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 18, 2017 at 11 AM at Our Hope Lutheran Church, Huntertown, IN with Pastor Joe Fichtner officiating. Dorothea was laid to rest next to her husband, Bill, on February 9, 2017 at Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne, IN. Memorials may be made to Four Seasons Hospice, 571 South Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731, or to Our Hope Lutheran Church, 1826 Trinity Drive, Huntertown, IN 46748.
The family would like to express a special thanks to the caring and loving staff at Four Seasons Hospice and Tore's Home.
To offer online condolences please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.
Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Jewel Clontz Orr, 79,

Jewell Clontz Orr

Jewel Clontz Orr, 79, of Hendersonville gained her wings and flew to Heaven on February 11th, 2017. She was a founding member of Sugarloaf Baptist Church, she was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother. She loved her Lord and Savior and loved to tell everyone about Him. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Theodore Orr, her father Norman Clontz, her mother Cecil Sanford Clontz, her 3 sisters Patsy Moore, Libby Woody, and Helen Ann Rhinehart, her brother Denny Wayne Clontz, a daughter Wanda Kay Orr and a grandson Kasey Charles Orr.

She is survived by her 3 daughters Diane Orr Morrow, Maryalice Galloway & husband Mike, and Martha Orr Pruitt & husband Sidney, and her 2 sons Charles Edward Orr & wife Roxy Van-Sant Orr and Dean Orr & wife Vickey. She is also survived by her 8 grandchildren John Paul Cabiness, Thomas Matthew Orr, Timothy James Orr, Sarah Marie Pruitt, Michael Aaron Orr Galloway, Bethany Elise Pruitt, Sabrina Van-Sant Orr, Kayla Van-Sant Orr. She is also survived by 3 great grandchildren Bently Michael Pruitt, Carter Mason Pruitt and Rose Marie Boaz.

A funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Friday, February 17th at Sugarloaf Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Thursday night from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Jackson Funeral Service.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family atwww.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Eddie " Max " Capps, 63

Eddie “Max” Capps, 63, of Hendersonville, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, February 11, 2017 after a short illness with his family by his side.
A native and lifelong resident of Henderson County, he was a son of the late Jesse Torrence and Lois Eva Maxwell Capps. He was also preceded in death by an infant brother, Donnie Capps.
Max graduated from Edneyville High School, class of 1973. He was a founding member of King's Grove Baptist Church, worked at American Feldmuehle and retired from Borg Warner.
He is survived by fiancée, Karyl Kyser and children, Jeffery Roehm and wife Paula, Janice Luther and husband Tom; brothers, Stanley Capps and wife Shelia of Hendersonville, and Ronnie Capps of Hendersonville; nieces and nephews, Chris Capps and wife Nancy, Kirk Capps and wife Dawn, Ji-Young Metcalf and husband Doug, Jennifer Balkcom and husband Clint, and Jeremy Capps and wife Kathy; many great-nieces and nephews and two special pets, Brandi and Mie.
A funeral will be at 1:00p.m., Wednesday, February 15, 2017 in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home with Rev. Phillip Capell officiating. Burial will follow the service at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00p.m.,Tuesday, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers memorial may be made to Kings Grove Baptist Church Building Fund, 2798 Pace Rd., Hendersonville, NC 28792.
For online condolences, please visit forestlawnhendersonville.com.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Bobbie J. Freeman, 80

Bobbie J. Freeman, 80, of Hendersonville, went home with her Lord and Savior on Monday, February 6, 2017 surrounded by her loving family.
A native of Rutherford County and a resident of Henderson County for more than 62 years, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Eva Owens and was preceded in death by her sister, Betty Wilds.
Bobbie was employed by Ball Brothers Corp for over 30 years and was a member of Ebenezer Church.
She will be forever missed by her family and friends.
Survivors include her husband of 62 years, Frank Freeman; son, Michael Freeman of Fort Lauderdale, Fl and James Fredrick ; daughter, Tammy Freeman of Charlotte and Hayne Cannon; brother, Winfred Owens and Joyce; sister-in-law, Margaret Plemmons; and many nieces and nephews.
A funeral will be 2:00pm, Friday, February 10, 2017, at Forest Lawn Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Steve Blanton officiating. Burial will follow the service in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30pm, Thursday, at the funeral home.
Please visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com for online condolences.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Reverend Calvin Jay Adams, 66

Reverend Calvin Jay Adams, 66, of Flat Rock, NC passed away Monday, February 6, 2017.
He was a native of Caldwell County and had resided in Henderson County since 1984.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Orin Steele Adams and Fannie Bly Sutton Adams and five brothers, Elbert, Bill, Walter, Wayne and George.
He had pastored at Morning Star Baptist Church in Lenoir, NC and New Grace Christian Church in Hendersonville, NC.
He liked to fish, sing and play the guitar.
He is survived by two sons, David Adams and his wife Sonya of Franklin, NC and Kevin Adams and his wife Kim of Morganton, NC; a daughter, Andrea Wallace of East Flat Rock; two sisters, Bertha and Gail; three brothers, Otis, Charles and Howard; seven grandchildren, Cameron, Eli, Colby and her fiancé Chris Cota, Carly, Kyle and Adam and Arnie Ward; three great grandchildren, Zayda, Jeremiah and Annabelle and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held 3:00 PM Saturday, February 11th at Cornerstone Covenant Church, 3015 Heffner Place, Hudson, NC 28638. The family will receive friends following the service in the church.
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.

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Mildred Coren, 84,

Mildred Coren, 84, went home to be with the Lord on February 5, 2017 in her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was the daughter of Emmett and Ola Bayne Ward.
Mildred was the loving wife of the late Bill Coren.
Mother to Michael Coren and Micki Jackson and her husband Roger.
Grandmother to Jason Jackson Sr. and his wife Angel, Christin Taylor and her husband Clint, and Elisa Gray and her husband Brandon.
Great grandmother to Jason Jackson Jr, Jeremiah Jackson, Jacob Jackson, Jamison Jackson, Alex Taylor, Cameron Taylor and Avaree Gray.
Great-great grandchild, Taytum Jackson.
A funeral service will be held 1:00 PM Thursday at the Chapel In The Pines of Jackson Funeral Service with Rev. Tony Galloway officiating. Burial will follow at Campground Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the chapel.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Four Seasons Compassion For Life.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945,

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Dorothy J. "Dot" Gibbs, 75,

Dorothy J. "Dot" Gibbs, 75, of Hendersonville, NC passed away Saturday, February 4, 2017 at the Elizabeth House.
She was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County and was preceded in death by her parents, Grady M. Johnson Sr. and Clarsie Morgan Johnson, two brothers, Grady Johnson Jr. and Bill Johnson and a sister, Clara Anderson.
She was a long-time member of Mud Creek Baptist Church.
She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Ray Gibbs Sr.; two sons, Chuck Gibbs and his wife Suzanne of Hendersonville and Shaun Gibbs and his wife Jamie of Hendersonville; a daughter, Cindy Gallian and her husband Tony of Etowah; a brother, George Johnson and his wife Jackie of Hendersonville; six grandchildren, Matthew, Evan, Gregory, Caden, Sofie and Drake; a brother-in-law, Johnny Gibbs and his wife Debbie of Hendersonville; several nieces and nephews and her canine companion, Daisy Mae.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 8, 2017 at Mud Creek Baptist Church with Dr. Greg Mathis and Dr. Robert Hefner officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the church and at other times will be at the home.
In lieu of flowers, 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 to Po Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793

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Janet L. Hamill, 81

Janet L. Hamill, 81, of East Flat Rock, passed away in her son’s arms, Saturday, February 4, 2017.
She is now in a better place with her loving husband James “Big Jim” Hamill, her brother and sisters.
She is survived by her son, James Hamill and her daughter Jennifer Hamill.
A celebration of Janet’s life will be held at Jackson Funeral Service. Contact her son James for service information.
In lieu of flowers, donations to cover Janet’s medical and other expenses will be appreciated.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or to PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Dorothy J. "Dot" Gibbs,

Dorothy J. "Dot" Gibbs, 75, of Hendersonville, NC passed away Saturday, February 4, 2017 at the Elizbeth House.
Jackson Funeral Service will announce the arrangements.

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Nancy B. Nelson, 65

Nancy B. Nelson, 65, of Hendersonville passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at Mission Hospital. She was a daughter of the late Frances P. and Grover C. Beddingfield. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Terry M. Nelson and a brother, Marlon C. Beddingfield.
A native and lifelong resident of Henderson County, Nancy retired from G.E. following 33 years of employment. She was a member of Cedar Springs Baptist Church and was a licensed beautician since the age of 17. Nancy loved to read, watch movies and travel with her husband. Her biggest passion was her family.
Survivors include her two sons, Brent C. Nelson and Terry J. Nelson and his wife Amber, both of Hendersonville; four grandchildren, Hunter Nelson, Kayla Moran, Skylar and Keiley Laughter; three sisters, O’Keitha Gabriel, Yvonne Lindsey and her husband Eddie and Mary Jayne and her husband Charles all of Tuxedo.
A funeral service will be held 2pm on Wednesday, February 1, 2017 in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home. The family will receive friends for an hour prior to the service.
To offer online condolences please visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Timothy Christopher Patterson, 62

Timothy Christopher Patterson, 62, of Flat Rock passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family who had cared for him in his final days. He was the son of the late T.C. and Evelyn Patterson. He was also preceded in death by his wife Teresa Dotson Patterson and a sister, Shirley P. Sherman.
A native of Henderson County, he served as a Sergeant in US Army Special Forces, Green Beret. Tim retired from the Henderson County Public School system after 30 years of service as a mechanic in the bus garage. His love for the Lord was great and he served many years as the music director and a Sunday school teacher at Berea Baptist Church. He loved his family especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed muscle cars, camping, boating, yard-sales and was known as a “passionate second hand shopper”.
Survivors include his mother that raised him, Helen Patterson Camp; his wife of 16 years, Linda Gilliam Patterson; children, Tracy Patterson Walden and husband Von, Josh Patterson and wife Amanda and Kerri Patterson Smith and husband Dennis; step-children, Ryan Stepp and wife Stacie, Justin Stepp and Heather Stepp Allen; 18 grandchildren; mother-in-law’s, Myrtle Gordon and Verna Ward; special friend, Bill Devine; several nieces and nephews and many wonderful pets.
Funeral services will be held 1pm on Wednesday, January 25, 2017 in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Berea Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 6-8pm at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Safelight, Inc. 133 Fifth Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC 28792; Four Seasons Compassion for Life Foundation, 221 N Main Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792 or National Foster Parent Association, 1102 Prairie Ridge Trail, Pflugerville, TX 78660.
To offer online condolences please visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Linda Huskins Thomas, 71

Linda Huskins Thomas, 71, of Hendersonville went to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday, January 21, 2017 at the Elizabeth House after a brief Illness. A native of Davidson County, Linda had lived in Henderson County for forty-five years. A daughter of the late Fred and Stella Huskins, she was also preceded in death by her son, Randall Shane Thomas, and five sisters, Betty Sue, Louise, Carol, Joyce Ann and Becky.
Linda was a registered nurse with Pardee Home Health. She was a member of Bat Cave Baptist Church and the Ladies’ Sunday School Class. Linda supported community youth programs, including Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Edneyville and North Henderson High School Athletics and Band Boosters. She supported youth groups at Pleasant Hill United Methodist and Hughes Grove Baptist Churches in Thomasville and Mountain View Baptist, Ebenezer Baptist, and Bat Cave Baptist Churches in Hendersonville. She also supported the Law Enforcement Community.
Survivors include her loving husband of fifty-four years, Ivey Thomas; a son, Jack Thomas of Annapolis, MD; a daughter, Amy Wilkie and her husband, Jerome, of Hoopers Creek; seven grandchildren, Joshua Thomas and his wife, Jordan, John Thomas, Ivey Wilkie, Lauren Thomas, Emma, Isaac and Avlyn Stella May Wilkie; a great-granddaughter, Jensyn Thomas; two brothers, Jack Huskins and his wife, Lucy, of Thomasville and James Richard Huskins and his wife, Linda, of Pikeville; and a number of nieces and nephews.
A funeral will be at 2:00 pm Wednesday at Bat Cave Baptist Church. Revs. Jim Hyler, Ivey Thomas, James Huskins and Jack Thomas will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 pm prior to the service in the church.
Memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731 or to the donor’s favorite charity.
Please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com for online condolences.
Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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