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Eileen Louise (Rochau) Myers passed away on September 30, 2024 in Asheville, North Carolina at the age of 91. She was born in Davenport, Iowa to Fred and Edna (Weiskopf) Rochau. She grew up on the family farm and was active in 4-H. She met her future husband, Frank Myers, in Government class during their senior year in high school and married two years later. Their children Erik and Dyann were born in Minneapolis, Minnesota where Eileen worked as secretary for the Dain Investment firm. They moved to Centralia, Missouri in 1968. There Eileen was active in the community as a member of the Garden Club, the bowling league, bridge groups and was a beloved Girl Scout troop leader. She worked...

Margaret "Peggy" Duffy Hatter of Asheville, NC, passed away on September 8, 2024 at her home with her family by her side after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was 79 years old. Born November 25, 1944 in Philadelphia she was the daughter of the late John P and Elizabeth (McLaughlin) Duffy. Peggy was a graduate of Academy of Notre Dame in Philadelphia, PA, Class of 1962 and Fitzgerald Mercy Hospital Nursing School, Darby, PA, Class of 1965. She married Bruce Hatter in April 1966 and they shared five children. Her career as a nurse spanned more than 35 years and began in a clinical setting working in emergency room hospitals in the cities where she lived to include Philadelphia,...

Robert "Bob" Cleve Cook, 74, passed away on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at his residence. A native of Emporia, KS, Bob was the son of late Orlando Cleve and Hildred Cook. Bob grew up with a passion for being an Eagle Scout, running track and helping his father on the farm. He graduated from Emporia High School and attended Kansas State University. He was drafted into the United States Army while in college and was a Vietnam Veteran. After service, he returned to Kansas State University and graduated in 1975 with a business degree. Bob relocated to central Colorado, where he spent most of his life, in the vast San Louis Valley surrounded by the Rocky Mountains. During his life there, Bob...

Col. Gregory Wayne Cummins, 72, passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 6, 2023, at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. Born in Hagerstown, Maryland, Greg grew up in Sharpsburg, and graduated from Boonsboro High School, where he was a standout football player and attained the rank of Eagle Scout. He entered the United States Air Force Academy in 1969 as an original member of the newly created Cadet Squadron 37 (known unofficially as the "Smilers"). After spending all four years in CS-37 he graduated in 1973 and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Air Force. Greg was stationed around the world, serving from Germany to Korea, and across the United States. He was...

Col. Gregory Wayne Cummins, 72, passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 6, 2023, at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. Born in Hagerstown, Maryland, Greg grew up in Sharpsburg, and graduated from Boonsboro High School, where he was a standout football player and attained the rank of Eagle Scout. He entered the United States Air Force Academy in 1969 as an original member of the newly created Cadet Squadron 37 (known unofficially as the "Smilers"). After spending all four years in CS-37 he graduated in 1973 and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Air Force. Greg was stationed around the world, serving from Germany to Korea, and across the United States. He was...

Col. Gregory Wayne Cummins, 72, passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 6, 2023, at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. Born in Hagerstown, Maryland, Greg grew up in Sharpsburg, and graduated from Boonsboro High School, where he was a standout football player and attained the rank of Eagle Scout. He entered the United States Air Force Academy in 1969 as an original member of the newly created Cadet Squadron 37 (known unofficially as the "Smilers"). After spending all four years in CS-37 he graduated in 1973 and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Air Force. Greg was stationed around the world, serving from Germany to Korea, and across the United States. He was...

Jerry Lee Mosser, 82, passed away on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at his residence. Mr. Mosser grew up in Geneva, Indiana and lived in Verona, Wisconsin prior to moving to Buncombe County, NC 3 1/2 years ago to be closer to family and these beloved mountains. He was a Microbiologist, Technical Writer, and later in life served as a Chaplin at Agrace Hospice in Wisconsin. He was an ordained minister through the Unitarian Universalist Church and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Mr. Mosser was a son of the late Ardon S. Mosser and Allene Boze Mosser. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Stanley Mosser and wife Anita; and sister, Joyce Spitler and husband Marvin. Surviving are his...

On December 11, 2022, David Blair Ramsey passed away at his home in Wolf Laurel, NC. Dave was born May 13, 1961, in Asheville where he grew up in the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. He had especially fond memories of nearby Marshall which had many family ties including the place where his parents met and fell in love. After graduating from Asheville High School in 1979, Dave attended Wake Forest University. He majored in Religious Studies and served as President of the Alpha Sigma fraternity. Dave earned his master's degree from Duke Divinity School. Upon graduating, he spent the next 10 years serving as a Baptist minister in churches in both North Carolina and Virginia. ...

Sheila Joyce Reeves, 77, went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at the Windsor House in Greenville, SC. A native of Buncombe County, NC she resided in the Upstate of South Carolina since 1973. She was a daughter of the late James Earl Reeves and Clementine Grooms Reeves. She was also preceded in death by her sisters: Sue Rowland, Janet McCoy, and Shirley Worley. Ms. Reeves was a longtime realtor and a member of the Greater Greenville Association of Realtors. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Greenville and a 1963 graduate of Erwin High School. She loved her family and enjoyed gardening and her flowers. Surviving are her sons: Aaron Harris and wife...

John Milton Therrell, 77, passed away Sunday, January 23, 2022, at Pardee Hospital. A native of Candor, NC, Mr. Therrell had resided in Buncombe County since 2003. He was the former Vice Principal of Ft. Campbell High School and was a US Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Mr. Therrell was a member of Fletcher First Baptist Church, where he served as co-teacher of the Word and Faith Sunday School Class and was a Mason and Shriner. He enjoyed woodworking, gardening, and just generally being outdoors. He was also a member of "Healing Waters," a group designed to help handicapped veterans enjoy the sport of fly-fishing. Mr. Therrell was the son of the late Lewis Milton and Queen Lucas...

Vicky Martin Smith, 68, passed away Friday, October 15, 2021 at her home. A native of Buncombe County, Mrs. Smith had resided in Simpsonville for the past 25 years. She was a graduate of both Southern Wesleyan University and Greenville Technical College and had worked as a substitute teacher and in the marketing department of a local community college. However, her most rewarding role was being the assistive technology coordinator for the entire upstate South Carolina region. In her free time, Mrs. Smith enjoyed reading, counseling and encouraging others. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who will always be remembered for her selflessness, kindness and generosity. ...

Bob Turner, 63, passed on Wednesday, April 7, 2021, to join his family in heaven. Bob was a son of the late Robert Bryson Turner and Frances Watt Briggs. Bob enjoyed life and had a big personality, he was generous, authentic, and loving. He was an amazing father and enjoyed everything that was Harley Davidson and riding his motorcycle. He was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew him. Surviving are his step-mother, Susan Senecal Turner of Seattle, WA; son, Richard Turner and wife Erin of Pompano Beach, FL and Richard's mother, Mary Sue Knox of Raleigh, NC; and brother, Jeffrey Senecal of Asheville, NC. A service to remember and celebrate Bob's life will be held...

George Tipton, 89, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 12, 2021. A native of Madison County he resided in Buncombe County most of his life. He was a son of the late Walter Tipton and Dahlia Rose Bryan Tipton. He was also preceded in death by his great-grandson, Cullin Limer; sister, Mary Kate Banks; and brothers: Walter Ray Tipton and Harry Bruce Tipton. Mr. Tipton was a U.S. Army Combat Veteran having served in the Korean War, earning the rank of Staff Sergeant (SSGT) and receiving the United Nations National Defense Korean Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and Combat Infantryman 50th Korean War Anniversary Medal. Following his military service, Mr. Tipton retired,...

Candace H. Hensley, 70, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at Pisgah Manor Nursing Home. She was born August 17, 1950 in Coral Gables, Florida and became a resident of Buncombe County after marrying the love of her life in 1989. She was formerly employed at Texas Instruments in Johnson City, TN. She loved life and lived it to the fullest until Alzheimer's and dementia took her away from family and friends. She is preceded in death by her mother, Bobbie H. Kabool, and brother, Don Kabool. She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Charles Hensley, Sr. of Asheville; two sisters: Pam Kabool (Gov) of Elizabethton, TN, and Sharry Kabool of Maryville, TN; two step-children:...

Michael Evans, 47, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 23, 2020. A native of Forsythe County, he resided in Buncombe County most of his life. Michael graduated from Erwin High School in 1991 and was a member of Pole Creek Baptist Church. He was the owner and operator of Sharper Image Auto Cleaning and Evans Rental. Michael was a Christian, who loved the Lord, and his family and friends. He cared about others and would always be willing to help a friend in need. He will be missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his step-father, Benny Kivett. Surviving are his father, Dale Evans and wife Nancy of Alexander; mother, Donna Sheffield Kivett of Asheboro;...

Terry Wayne Padgett, 80, passed away on Friday, August 28, 2020 at the Laurels of Summit Ridge. A native of Marco, IN, was a son of the late Hershall Padgett and Mildred Chaney Kahall. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Carol Ann Padgett; brother, John Padgett and his wife Joyce; and a nephew, Keith Padgett. Mr. Padgett served in the U.S. Navy for 22 years as a Nuclear Weapons Specialist and Engineer. Following his military career he worked for the Town of Ahoskie as the Director of Public Works for more than 10 years. He is survived by his children: David Anthony Padgett, Brenda Lee Padgett, Brian Keith Padgett, and Terri Lynn Padgett ; grandchildren: Crystal V. Bazemore, Deborah...

Alice Burrell Wallen Eckenrod, 87, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 23, 2020 at her residence surrounded by family. A native of Buncombe County she resided in Parrottsville, TN for the past 32 years. She was a daughter of the late Homer M. Burrell, Sr. and Julia King Burrell. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, William Earl Wallen; second husband, James Paul Eckenrod; sisters: Blanche Clark and Helen Sircey; and brothers: Alvin Burrell, Robert Burrell, Homer Burrell, Jr., Eddie Burrell, and David Burrell. Surviving are her children: Terry Wallen and wife Marie of Parrottsville, TN, Denise Wallen Parham of Connelly Springs, William Earl Wallen, Jr. and wife...

Clarence "Ken" Kenneth Johnson, 71, passed away on Monday, July 27, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his immediate family. A native of Buncombe County, he resided in Henderson County since 1973. He was a self-employed plumbing contractor with C&J Plumbing for many years. Mr. Johnson was a son of the late Leola Mae Lanning Johnson and Gordon General Johnson. He was also preceded in death by 5 brothers and 2 sisters. Surviving are his loving wife of 50 years, Joyce Ann Johnson; daughter, Tammy Johnson Lance and husband Douglas of Mills River; sons: Roger Kenneth Johnson of Asheville, and Jerry Lee Johnson of the home; grandchildren: Callie Romero and husband Arturo, Brie Johnson,...

Rev. Randall "Randy" Eugene Melton, 74, went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 9, 2020, at the John F. Keever, Jr. Solace Center. A native of Cleveland, TN, he had resided in Asheville since August 1977. He was a Baptist Minister and was ordained at Beverly Hills Baptist Church in 1978. He served as Minister of Music at First Baptist Church of Pigeon Forge, TN, was Minister of Music and Associate Pastor of Beverly Hills Baptist Church, Asheville, was Pastor of First Baptist Church of Old Fort, and then to Reed Memorial Baptist Church, Asheville, as Pastor. After retirement he served as Interim Pastor at Buckeye Baptist Church, Asheville. He was bestowed the honor of Minister Emeritus at...

William E. Brokaw, 67, born in Zanesville, OH, passed from this life to sleeping in God's care on January 3rd, 2020 in Maryville, TN surrounded by his family. William was a son of the late William and Ella Brokaw. He is survived by his loving wife, Sherra Brokaw, and their combined family: Jason Brokaw (Lori, Lillian, and Calvin), Terissa Miller (Steve, Miles, and Paige), Tonya Oxford (Adam), Adam Hiltner (Catherine, Everly, Keaver, and Winston), and Kaylin Lang (Jason, and Finnegan); and sister, Patricia Brokaw Moore. Graveside services will be held at 11 AM Saturday, March 7, 2020, at Shepherd Memorial Park with Military Honors provided by the North Carolina National Guard Honor Guard....

Ralph Freeman, 66, passed away December 28 at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. Ralph was born Sept 26, 1953 in Greenwood, SC and resided in Laurens, SC. He was the son of the late Vernon L. Freeman and Grace P. Freeman. Ralph was a skilled auto mechanic who spent both his professional and personal time doing what he loved, repairing and restoring cars until his health declined in recent years. Ralph loved the SC Gamecocks and was also an avid fan of Nascar. He loved his family and friends with his whole heart and enjoyed being surrounded by those that he loved. Ralph is survived by Sherry Morris of Asheville, NC; two sons Alan Grey Morris of Charlotte, NC and Danny Freeman of...