Ashley Marie Roberts, 21

Ashley Marie Roberts, 21, of Flat Rock, NC passed away August 9,
2015 in Tennessee.

A Celebration of Ashley’s life will be announced.

Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.

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Stewart Edward Cleveland, 96

Stewart Edward Cleveland, 96, of Hendersonville, passed away, Saturday, August 1, 2015.
He was a native of Pennsylvania and a son of the late Otis and Helena Cleveland.
He served in the U.S. Army as a Major during WWII. He was a resident of Henderson County for 36 years.
Stewart was an active member of Upward Christian Fellowship Church. He also participated in the weekly prayer groups of CBMC at Mills River, and at First Baptist Church on Saturdays.
He is survived by his wife, Esther B. Cleveland; daughters, Marilyn B. Sorrell of Clearwater, FL and Darlene Walker; son, Wayne R. Cleveland of Clearwater, FL; three grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; brother, Rev. David B. Cleveland of Union City, OH.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00am, Thursday, August 6, 2015 in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home with Pastor Anthony Craver officiating. Hubert M. Smith American Legion Post 77, Hedrick-Rhodes Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5206, and Disabled American Veterans Chapter 14 will render military honors.
Please visit forestlawnhendersonville.com for online condolences.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Lois “Lori” Pierron, 85

HENDERSONVILLE - Lois “Lori” Pierron, age 85, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2015, surrounded by her loving children at Elizabeth House Hospice following a short stay at Pardee Hospital.

Lori (Lampton) was born in Detroit, MI, where she met and married James Meslo with whom she raised three children. The family enjoyed many happy times together at Houghton Lake, MI. James passed in 1978. Lori later married Gilbert “Gil” Pierron and the two retired to Hendersonville. Gil passed in 1995.

Lori was known for her quiet dignity, patience, kindliness, firm independence and fun-loving spirit. She enjoyed spending time with her friends and neighbors and especially relished being with her family, who always looked forward to their many visits and family celebrations in Hendersonville. Lori was an avid reader, a trait she passed on to her children and grandchildren. She also took great solace and satisfaction in caring for her flower gardens, some of the most attractive in her neighborhood.

Lori leaves behind three loving children: Christine Hayes and her husband Bill of Scituate, MA; Kim Thiel and her husband Hollis of Long Beach, CA; and Kenneth Meslo and his wife Lisa of Marietta, GA; she also leaves three grandsons: Jon Michaels and his wife Rain of Burbank, CA; Patrick Michaels and his wife Ellen of Halifax, MA; and Jake Meslo of Marietta, GA; Lori also delighted in her six great grandchildren: Makayla, Anthony, Dominic, Daniella, Annalee and Lachlan.

A memorial service will be held at the Kudzu Cottage, Highland Lake Inn and Resort, on Saturday, August 8, 2015, at 12:00 noon. Family and friends are invited.

Lori’s family wants to express their deep appreciation for the compassionate and expert care she received from the staffs at both Pardee Hospital and Elizabeth House Hospice. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lori’s name to Elizabeth House Hospice, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731 or Pardee Hospital Foundation, 561 Fleming Street, Hendersonville, NC 28739.

Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.

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Joe C. Branagin, 78

Joe C. Branagin, 78 of Hendersonville, NC passed away July 31, 2015 at Elizabeth House after an extended illness. Joe was born July 9, 1937 in Frankfort Indiana. Joe was a graduate of Frankfort High School and Purdue University. He served in the United States Navy and held the rank of Lieutenant Junior Grade while stationed on the Midway. Joe was employed by Continental Can Company until his retirement. Following retirement he and Mary moved to Hendersonville to pursue their enjoyment of playing golf. He was a member of the Crooked Creek Golf Club.

Joe is survived by his wife of 53 years Mary, a son David and grandson Bo all of Hendersonville. His parents Ralph and Helen Branagin and daughter Susie preceded him in death.
Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory assisted with private family services.

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Thaer Lamar Benjamin, 88

Thaer Lamar Benjamin, 88, of Hendersonville, NC and formerly of
Newton, Kansas, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2015 at the Brian Center.

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

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Oma Douglass Edney

Oma Douglass Edney was born Nov 13, 1921 to Walter and Hazel Douglass
in Carthage, MO. One of 5 children, she moved to her beloved NC
mountains in 1934.

After graduating from Hendersonville High School and Blanton's Business
College, she and her husband, Cecil Edney, opened and operated Edney
Commercial College on Hendersonville's Main St. As Henderson County’s
first business school, it was the fore-runner of Blue Ridge Community
College.

Oma worked as an executive secretary at GE over 30 years.

She leaves 3 daughters - Carolyn Fiorillo of Fairview, OR, Barbara
Wilford and Jewell Ramos, both of Hendersonville. She was beloved "Gah
Gah " to 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

A drop-in celebration of the life of Oma Douglass Edney will be Sunday
August 9 at Jackson's Funeral Service from 2:00 pm - 3:30pm. All are
welcome to share photos and memories of this wonderful woman.

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

All who knew Oma loved her. She always had a smile and a funny story.
As of July 29 there is one less ray of sunshine in this world.

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Stewart E. Cleveland, 96

Stewart E. Cleveland, 96, of Hendersonville, passed away, Saturday, August 1, 2015. Forest Lawn Funeral Home will announce the arrangements.

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Mary Alice Brauer, 91

Mary Alice Brauer, 91 of Fletcher, fell asleep in Jesus on Friday, July 31, 2015 at The Laurels of Hendersonville. Born to missionary parents, she lived in many places around the world, including Southern California, Denver, Colorado and the Shenandoah Valley, VA. She was a secretary to Seventh-Day Adventist Conference Officials. She and her husband lived for over 14 years in Egypt and Lebanon as missionaries of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church.

She was a member of Mills River Seventh-Day Adventist Church. Alice played piano, was a wonderful cook, loved her flower gardens, and took great delight in her family.

She was preceded in death by a grandson Joel Brauer.

Surviving is her husband of 68 years, Carroll V. Brauer; sons Robert C. Brauer and wife Lesli of Mankato, Minnesota, James L. Brauer and wife Janelle of Tucson, Arizona, Ronald W. Brauer and wife Patti of Frederick, Maryland, and Marvin D. Brauer and wife Judy of Asheville; grandchildren Julienne Brauer, Jonathan Brauer, Adrienne Luzados, William Brauer, Cassandra Krause, Bryceton Brauer, Sashenka Brauer and Rachel Brauer; two great-grandchildren Gabriel and Jaden; and her sister Jeanne Barron of Nampa, Idaho.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00pm on Sunday at Mills River Seventh-Day Adventist Church. Her sons, Robert C. Brauer and James L. Brauer will officiate. The family will receive friends from noon until 2pm prior to the service in the church. Memorials may be made to the Adventist Development Relief Agency, 12501 Old Columbia Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904 (https://adra.org).

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

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Margaret Jackson Harloam, 71

Margaret Jackson Harloam, 71, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July 28, 2015 in Clearwater, S.C.
She was born September 29, 1943 in Henderson County, NC, the daughter of the late Corbett and Geneva Jackson. Besides her parents, Margaret was pre-deceased by her husband of 42 years,, Lewis Harloam, who died in 2014, a sister, Jeanette Duncan, and two infants siblings.
She was of the Baptist Faith.
She graduated from East Henderson High School in the class of 1961. In spite of a lifetime of health issues, she was optimistic, and persevered over many obstacles . She loved her family dearly and cherished time spent with them.
Survivors include a son, Kevin May of the home, and two grandchildren, Kevin Jr. and Heather; two brothers, Edward Jackson (Priscilla) of Belton, S.C. and Thomas Jackson (Lucille) of Mills River, N.C.; three sisters, Clara Mann (Jim), Ruth Chilen and Sharon Jackson all of Flat Rock, N.C.

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John P. “Jack” Holton Jr., 76

John P. “Jack” Holton Jr., 76 of Hendersonville, NC passed away Monday, July 27, 2015 at his home.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John P. Holton Sr. and Lucille May Harris Holton, his wife, Elizabeth Minchin Holton and a step-son, Jimmy.
He was born in Morristown, NJ and had lived in Henderson County since 1982. He was a U.S. Army Veteran, served in the Vietnam War and was very proud to have been a Paratrooper.
He was a member of the Henderson County Disabled American Veterans Chapter #14.
He retired from Manual Woodworkers in Saluda after 10 years of service.
He is survived by a daughter, Jacinda Helton of Stanley, NC; four stepchildren, Wendy, Wanda, Critsey and Bob; nine grandchildren, Levi, Patrick, Briar, Adam, Nellis, Hallam, Crissy, P.J. and Christopher; and two great grandchildren, Melody and Jacob.
At Jack’s request there will be no service.
Donations may be made in Jack’s name to the Disabled American Veterans Chapter #14, PO Box 2425, 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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Ruth Owenby, 89

Ruth Owenby, 89, of Bat Cave passed away Monday, July 27, 2015 at Life Care Center of Hendersonville. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Annie Bailey. She was also preceded in death by her husband Paul Owenby and daughter Linda Hyder. Survivors include her children Margaret Howard (Homer), Myron Owenby, Carolyn Shaunessy and JoAnn Garrett (Kim); 7 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held Thursday, July 30, 2015 at 11:00am at Broad River Baptist Church. Family will receive friends afterwards.

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

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Pamela Blythe, 62

Pamela Blythe, 62, of Asheville, passed away, Friday, July 24, 2015. Forest Lawn Funeral Home Hendersonville is assisting the family.

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Martha (Bowers) Toce, 84

Martha (Bowers) Toce, age 84, of Hendersonville, NC, formerly of Newington, Connecticut, passed away on July 21, 2015.

Martha graduated from Mechanicsburg High School. She was a key punch supervisor before becoming a loving mother and homemaker. She loved gardening, owls, butterflies, square dancing, and was always ready for a rousing game of cards with her family and friends.

Martha is survived by her three loving daughters, Jennifer Byington, Judy MacDougall, and Jean McCauley; her three sons-in-law, Robert, Dave, and Kevin, respectively; and her eight grandchildren, Caitlin, Evie, Carolyn, Sam, Margaret, Katherine, Lauren, and Kevin Jr., as well as her brother, Raymond “Bud” Bowers.

Martha was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Gerry, and her two sons, Jeffrey and James. Funeral services will be held at Rose Hill Cemetery in Rocky Hill, Connecticut on Friday, July 31, 2015.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312 or Mt. Pisgah Lutheran Church, 2606 Chimney Rock Road, Hendersonville, NC 28792.

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

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Victor Jan Ross

Victor Jan Ross was born May 16th, 1955 and passed away July 19th,2015. In his much too short life, he touched the lives of many. He was a loving husband, son, brother, and uncle, and his dear friends can attest to the light he brought to those who knew and loved him. He is survived by his sister Paula, his niece Carolyn, his best friend John and many other friends, both old and new. His gentle spirit and irreverent sense of humor will be missed by all.
Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.

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Ritchie D. Morgan, 58

Ritchie D. Morgan, 58, of Milford, DE, formerly of Henderson County, passed away Monday, July 20, 2015 at Charles George VA Medical Center after a brief illness. He was a son of the late J.C. Morgan and Jane Morgan Myers of Hendersonville and the late Robert Ray Myers.

Ritchie was a graduate of T.C. Roberson High School and Delaware Technical Community College. He was a lead gaming technician with Dover Downs Hotel and Casino. He was a staff sergeant with the Air Force with thirteen years of service. Ritchie was a member of the First Baptist Church of Milford. Ritchie was an avid NASCAR fan, NFL football, and UNC basketball fan. He was also preceded in death by his grandparents, James Isaac and Cora Finger Gilliland.

We are eternally grateful that God blessed us with Ritchie. His laughter and love will forever live in our hearts.

Survivors include his loving wife of eight years, Patricia Morgan; a daughter, Tara Morgan Hill and her husband Trey of Fletcher; sons, Robert Morgan of Milford, DE; Tyler Morgan and his wife Kristina of Mountain Home, Idaho, Lawrence Stockman and his wife Maggie of Rowlett, TX; grandchildren, Caitlyn and McKenna Creasman, Cole Hill, Michael Ivie, Caleb Morgan, Lawrence Anthony Stockman, Adam Stockman, Ethan Stockman; a sister, Wanda Morgan Gant and her husband Mark of Etowah, a brother, Robert Wayne Morgan and his wife MaryAnn of Etowah; niece, Ashley Clark and her husband Matt; great-niece, Amy Clark; nephew, Alan Morgan; great-nephew, Isaac Morgan; several cousins, an aunt and an uncle.

A funeral will be at 11:00 am Saturday, in the Forest Lawn Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Anthony Craver officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park with Military honors conducted by Shaw Air Force Base. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11am, prior to the service in the chapel.

Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, 120 Executive Park, Bldg. 1, Asheville, NC 28801 or Charles George VA Medical Center, 1100 Tunnel Road, Asheville, NC 28805.

Please visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com to sign an online guest book.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Magoline Sally Gaddy Newman, 97

Magoline Sally Gaddy Newman, 97 of Hendersonville, died Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at Carillon Assisted Living. Born in Burnsville, NC she was a daughter of the late William and Rose Hensley Gaddy. She retired from Magnavox and was a member of Refuge Baptist Church. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Vance Newman.

Surviving is a son William “Bill” Newman; granddaughter Vanessa Moffitt and her husband Dennis; sisters Emma Lou Morrow, Dot Gosnell, Peggy Smith and her husband Wayne, and June Gaddy Cawthorn and her Husband, Eugene; brother Larry Gaddy; five great grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 3:00pm on Friday at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Rev. Dan Blackwell will officiate. At other times, the family will be at the residence on Chestnut Gap Rd. 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, visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com. Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Maude Ann House, 71

Maude Ann House, age 71 of Flat Rock died Sunday, July 5th, 2015 at her residence. She was born in San Antonio, Texas on October 10th, 1943, a daughter of the late Orinthal and Lena Halford Fields Hatfield. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Billy Lee House who died in 2010; and by her two sons, Jerry Mitchell Colson and Richard Allen Colson.

Mrs. House was employed with the Orange County School system in Florida for many years; and she later moved to North Carolina to be close to her son.

She is survived by her two sons, Robert House and his wife, Christina of Flat Rock, and James Joseph Colson and his wife, Patts of Deland, FL; her grandchildren, Donn Nicholas Leatherman and his wife, Claudia of Pensacola, FL, Jake Kennedy of Asheville, Austin House of Flat Rock, Steven House of Flat Rock, and Ashley House of Asheville; and her two great-grandchildren, Christian Leatherman and Jasmin Leatherman.

Services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations in Maude’s memory be directed to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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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Norma S. Dalcin

Norma S. Dalcin, longtime resident of Maryland died Saturday, July 18, 2015 at The Elizabeth House. She is survived by her son Stephen Dalcin and his fiancée Aimee Lake and their three children of Hendersonville.

No services are planned.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Edward “Joe” Thomas

Edward “Joe” Thomas was granted his angel wings peacefully in his sleep on July 18, 2015. His final days were spent in his home surrounded by his family, friends, and his beloved dog, Kiera.
A native of Swain County, he was born August 4, 1941 to the late Lamar and Mary Manor Thomas. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, George, Andrew, and Elbert Thomas; and sisters, Ollie Williamson, Lucille Burris, and Mary Ellen Sawyer.
Joe was very proud of his 10 years of service in the U.S. Air Force. He would always tell his daughter, “I just love people,” and that was evident to anyone who met him. He loved to make people laugh. He enjoyed cooking and playing golf with his buddy, Terry.
Joe is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Nellie Cline Thomas; his daughter, Kerston Vaugh who he called everyday just to tell her he loved her; son-in-law, Brint Vaughn, who he thought of as his own son; granddaughter, Sierra Vaughn, who you would know all about the first minute you met him because she was the person who he was most proud of in his life; brothers, Vincent (Peggy), Gordon (Mildred), and Freddy; sister, Helen Harris; sisters-in-law, Amy Taylor “Sis” and Katherine Thomas; and a number of nieces and nephews who he loved very much.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at Thomas Chapel Cemetery in Bryson City with Rev. Mike Smith officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00pm, Tuesday, in the Kirby Memorial Chapel of Shuler Funeral Home and at other times at the home of Brint and Kerston Vaughn.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 75817, Topeka, KS 66675.
To offer condolences online, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Ervin Cornell Earley

Ervin Cornell Earley, of Hendersonville, NC passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at his home.

He was a U.S. Navy Veteran and had served as a Merchant Marine for over 20 years.

He is survived by a sister, Thelma Roland of Westland, MI; a
brother, Norman Earley of Coco Beach, FL; a sister-in-law, Dorothy Early
of Marion, NC and various nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held later.

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

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