Jerry Allen Frisbee, 57

Jerry Allen Frisbee, 57, of Asheville, passed away, Saturday, September 20, 2014 at John F. Keever Solace Center.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home of Hendersonville will announce the arrangements.

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Lowell Medley, 91

Lowell Medley, 91, of Hendersonville passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2014 at the Elizabeth House in Flat Rock after of period of declining health.
Born in Logan, WV, he was the son of the late Heber and Mollie Medley. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Ona Medley, and his three sisters and three brothers.

A veteran of the US Navy, Lowell proudly served his country in World War II. He was employed by the Chrysler Corporation for 20 years, retiring in 1984. Lowell was a writer who had four novels published along with several plays and numerous poems. He enjoyed painting landscapes, entertaining visitors and spending time with his family. An avid reader, he read three to four books every week. He was an active member of the Hendersonville Church of God Worship Center for 28 years.
Lowell is survived by his son, Keith Medley and wife, Cheryl of Flat Rock; grandson, Brian Medley and granddaughters, Cherise Medley and Carrie Medley; great-grandchildren, Camen Mitchell, River Mitchell, Roan Medley, Keith Martinez and Ava Martinez; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 4 PM Friday in the Kirby Memorial Chapel of Shuler Funeral Home. Pastor Steve Morrison will officiate. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be at a later date at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Pecks Mill, WV.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.

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

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Helen Lindley Decker, 89

A memorial service for Helen Lindley Decker, 89, who passed away September 14, 2014, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 20th at the First United Methodist Church, 204 6th Ave W., Hendersonville.

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

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Wilburn O. "Bill" Davis, 89

Wilburn O. "Bill" Davis, 89, of Black Mountain went to be with the Lord, Sunday, Sept. 14, 2014.

He was a native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County. He was preceded in death by his wife, Tressie Nanney Davis, four brothers and three sisters.

He was a member of Bald Mountain Baptist Church since 1953 where he served as Deacon and Sunday School Superintendent.

He served in the US Army.

He had worked as an Auto Mechanic for Garrett Ford, Bryan Easler Ford, McMurray Chevrolet and The Tune Up Shop.

He enjoyed farming for all of his life.

He is survived by two sons, Donnie Davis and wife Patricia of Black Mountain and Ronnie Davis of Black Mountain; a daughter, Doris Duncan and husband Steve of Forest City; four grandchildren, Scott, Andrew and Charleen Davis and Jason Ruff; nine great grandchildren; two sisters, Martha Frantz of Ohio and Irene Huntley of Black Mountain and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, 2014, at Bald Mountain Baptist Church with Rev. Ken Rape and Rev. Dan Holbert officiating. Burial will follow in Bald Mountain Cemetery. Military rites will be conducted by the Henderson County Honor Guard.

The family will receive friends from 2  to 3:30 p.m. Sunday prior to the service in the church.

In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bald Mountain Baptist Church, 559 Shumont Road, Black Mountain, NC 28711.

Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or to P.O. Box
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Hubert Sexton, 87

Hubert Sexton, 87, of Etowah passed away Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, at the Elizabeth House after a period of declining health.

Hubert was born on Aug. 3, 1927, in Honoraville, Ala., to the late Pete and Bertha Sexton. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Bernard Ray Sexton of LaPine, Ala., and Osban Lee Sexton of West Milton, Ohio.

He proudly served his country during WWII in the South Pacific as a Merchant Marine. After the war, he moved to Dayton, Ohio, where he worked and retired from General Motors in 1978. There he married Evalee Kennard and raised his family.

Hubert is survived by his wife of 65 years, Evalee Sexton, who faithfully and lovingly cared for him at home until the last few weeks of his life. He is also survived by his four children, Shirley E. Sexton of Prattville, Ala.; Hubert Allen Sexton and wife, Debbie, of West Union, S.C.; Judith E. Pack of Mayfield, Ky.; and Dr. Sharon K. Shields and husband, Usep Kustian of Hendersonville; eight grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren.

At Hubert's request, there will be no service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, Elizabeth House, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.

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

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Joan Rose Martin

"How Old Would You Be If You Didn't Know How Old You Are?" - Satchel Paige.

Joan Rose Martin, generous friend, spirited conversationalist, trendy fashion queen, and the most youthful of spirits, died peacefully at her home on September 9, 2014, after a courageous fight with cancer.

Born in 1931 in the small Hudson River town of Tompkins Cove, N.Y., to a gentle, loving father and an assertive, resourceful mother, Joan was a wonderful blend of these qualities. Her mother thought she looked like John D. Rockefeller at birth.

Her formal education began with a mile walk to first grade at the age of 4. As a self-described 'prissy', hard-working student, she was often aghast at the antics of her little brother, Walter. She enjoyed math but struggled with chemistry, leaving us with the unexplained mystery of how she became a biochemistry major in college. At 16 she attended Franklin College, and while there, met an 'older' man, Navy veteran Jerry Martin, on a blind date. Jerry was her first and only love, and after graduating they moved to Schenectady, N.Y., where they began a family and 62 years of marriage.

As a mother and wife, Joan was the glue of the family. She encouraged, advocated, kept the peace, pushed, teased, critiqued, drew lines, erased lines — all while making it look so simple.

Joan pursued a myriad of interests throughout her full life. She was an accomplished folk art painter and after her kids left the nest, she scaled the ladder at a local bank and was mistaken for Vice President on more than one occasion. Her flower garden was a magical place for her, a reminder of a favorite childhood playground — her grandmother's beautiful Victorian garden.

Over the last few years Joan didn't slow in her pursuit of adventures, friendships, and good works. She enjoyed her beloved Mah Jongg Mavens, water aerobics (unless it was too cold), spirited discussions at the First Congregational Church, many volunteer organizations including P.E.O., Garden Club, and Tri-Delta, and monthly breakfast get-togethers with her wonderful friends that usually lasted through lunch. Her humor and sharp wit, positive attitude, and open-mindedness drew all sorts of people to her amazing being.

She was exceptionally proud of the accomplishments and character of her daughters, Nancy and Cynthia, and her grandson, Kirk, commonly referred to amongst her friends as 'The Prince'. She advocated for them her entire life, and was a quiet activist for LGBT acceptance. While frustrated that her illness kept her from seeing many friends over the past five months, her eyes glistened with joy to spend so much time this summer with her 'girls'.

Joan is survived by her husband Gerald, daughters Nancy Edmonds (John) of Houston, and Cynthia Martin (Selisse Berry) of Berkeley, Calif.; grandson Kirk Edmonds of Tampa, Fla.; and brother Walter B. Rose (Betty) of Goshen, N.Y.

A celebration of Joan's life is scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, 2014, at the First Congregational Church of Hendersonville.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations to honor Joan be made to either the First Congregational Church of Hendersonville (1735 5th Ave W, Hendersonville, NC 28739), or to the Hope Chest for Women (P.O. Box 5294, Asheville, NC 28813).

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

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Betty Coston, 78

Betty Coston, 78, of Hendersonville, passed away Saturday, Sept. 6, 2014.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Helen Denny Woodman, 95

Helen Denny Woodman, 95, of Hendersonville passed away Friday, Sept. 5, 2014, at Carolina Village Medical Center.

Born in Newark, N.J., she was a daughter of the late Herbert L. and Florence C. Denny. She graduated from Columbia High School in Maplewood, N.J., and from Hood College, Frederick, Md., followed by a year at Berkely Secretarial School in East Orange, N.J. She worked as a Legal Secretary in Newark, NY City and Summit. She lived in New Jersey until she retired to Hendersonville in 1986.

She was a member of the Joseph McDowell Chapter of the NSDAR and enjoyed Western Square dancing for about 30 years both in New Jersey and Hendersonville. She was the family genealogist for her husband's family as well as her own. She was a member of Pinecrest Presbyterian Church.

She is survived by a son, Wesley G. Woodman, Jr. and his wife Linda of Flemington, N.J.; a daughter, Nanci W. Perlstein and her husband Robert of Asheville; four grandchildren, Shannon Woodman, Michael Woodman, Kira Bouchonnet and Jennifer Perlstein; a brother, Clinton G. Denny and his wife Katharine of Hockessin, Del.; a nephew, James B. Denny; two nieces, Elizabeth D. Camody and Virginia D. Longfellow.

A private Interment will be at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

Memorials can be sent to Pinecrest Presbyterian Church.

A guest book and sympathy card is available at www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Dennis Bryan Duncan, 57

Dennis Bryan Duncan, 57, of East Flat Rock went to be with the Lord, Friday, Sept. 5, 2014 at the Elizabeth House.

He was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. He was preceded in death by his father, Billy Dan "Chinaman" Duncan, his maternal grandparents, Grady and Lucille Lister and his paternal grandparents, Hubert and Willie Duncan.

He was a member of the Hendersonville First Church of The Nazarene.

He is survived by his two sons, Bryan Duncan of East Flat Rock and Dylan Duncan of Balsam Grove; his mother, Kathy Ward of East Flat Rock; two grandchildren, Malachi Duncan and Cassidy Star Duncan; a brother, Allen Duncan of East Flat Rock and several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.

A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014,  in the Chapel in the Pines of Jackson Funeral Home with Rev. Larry Oliver and Eric Dolinger officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the chapel. Burial will follow at Oakdale Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Elizabeth House, 581 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, N.C. 28731.

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

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Daniel "Dan" P. Grapes, 68

Daniel "Dan" P. Grapes, 68, of Hendersonville passed away Friday, Sept. 5, 2014, at his residence following an extended illness.

Born in Marshall, Mo., he was a son of the late Leo and Melissa Grapes. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Mike Grapes.

Dan served in the US Army and had resided in Henderson County for the past 15 years. Well-known for his lifelong passion for fishing, he enjoyed being a self-employed fishing guide for a number of years and was famous for his fried fish and hushpuppies. He also enjoyed hunting. Dan was also well-known as "Mr. Fix-it" and for growing his upside-down tomatoes. An avid fan of "Law and Order," he always had the program playing on the TV at home. A very simple man, he loved his steak and potatoes.

A loving husband, father and grandfather, Dan cherished every opportunity he had to enjoy his grandchildren. He had a very generous soul.

He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Sheila Thompson Grapes of Hendersonville; two daughters, Stephanie Davis and husband, Michael, of Inola, Okla., and Stacy Casey of Tulsa, Okla.; and grandchildren, Patience Jones, Melody Cochran, Justin Davis, Dalton Davis and Reece Casey.

The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8, 2014 at Shuler 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 condolences online, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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David A. Walsh

David A. Walsh of Hendersonville died unexpectedly Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2014.

He was born in Oak Park, Ill., on July 25, 1943. Son of Alice Clarkson and Burnett Walsh. He leaves behind brothers: Michael Edward, Richard James, Thomas Alan, Patrick John, and Stephen Robert Walsh, their wives and children. David is survived by Shirley Myers Walsh, his wife of 41 years.

He was in commercial insurance sales, a land developer in Will County, Ill., and co-owner with his wife of Antiques Unique in Frankfort, Ill.

David and Shirley moved to Hendersonville  in 2001 and became active members of Saint James Episcopal Church. He was a volunteer at the Medical Loan Closet, Carpenter's Club, Habitat Blitz Builds, and was seated on the Vestry at St. James. David's passion was helping others. He made numerous mission trips to Jamaica, New Orleans and Galveston. He was one of the founders of Feed the Kids Coalition, providing hot meals every Friday to the children at the Boys & Girls Club. He had served on the Vestry and numerous committees at Grace Episcopal, his former church in New Lenox, Ill. David was the founder and first board chairman of the Main Street Program in Frankfort, Ill.

A memorial service will be held at St. James Episcopal Church at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2014.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made: to Feed the Kids Coalition, PO Box 1572, Hendersonville, 28793 or the Medical Loan Closet, 766 N. Main St., Hendersonville 28792

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William Edward "Strawberry" Murray, 67

William Edward "Strawberry" Murray, 67, of Horse Shoe, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2014, at the Elizabeth House.

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Eugene Harold "Harry" Bryant, 90

Eugene Harold "Harry" Bryant, 90, of Hendersonville passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2014, at Carolina Village.

Harry was born on May 22, 1924, and raised in Stedman. He joined the US Navy during WWII serving on the USS Iowa in the Pacific and married Kathryn Stanley of Tabor City on April 10, 1944, while in the service. Upon completion of his military duty, he returned to Tabor City where he began a career with CSX Railroad (Atlantic Coastline). He and Kathryn lived in several communities in North Carolina and Dillon, S.C., retiring in 1986 after more than 40 years of service with CSX.

In his youth, Harry developed a passion for tennis and played frequently into his late 80s. He also enjoyed both vegetable and flower gardening and during the summer months would share many of the vegetables he grew with friends and neighbors. Refinishing antique furniture was another of his pastimes. Harry's faith in God was lived through his service as a Deacon as well as various lay leadership positions in the Baptist church.

Upon retirement, he and Kathryn moved to Hendersonville, where Harry enjoyed regular tennis matches, church life and fellowship with friends. When Kathryn became ill, he devoted his attention to her until her death in 2006, concluding a marriage of 62 years. He volunteered with Meals On Wheels, Mainstay and Four Seasons Hospice during his retirement years.

He is survived by three sons, Dr. David Bryant and wife Pat of Charlotte, Daniel Bryant and wife Anita of Dana,  and Stephen Bryant and wife Sharon of Columbia, S.C.; four grandchildren, Jeff Bryant and wife April of Tarboro, Dr. Kristen McKnight and husband John of Kannapolis, Peyton Bryant and Paige Bryant both of Columbia, S.C.; two great grandchildren, Mallory Bryant and Austin Bryant both of Tarboro, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathryn Bryant, a son, Patrick Bryant, his parents, William Bryant and Mary Burts Bryant and his siblings, Gordon Bryant, Russell Bryant, Dorothy Bridges and Jack Bryant.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept.r 14, 2014, at First Baptist Church in Hendersonville, with Rev. Wally Shamburger officiating. Dr. George Jones Sunday School Class at First Baptist will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the sanctuary.

The family requests that memorials be made to the First Baptist Church Building Fund, 312 Fifth Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC 28739.

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

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William C. Guiney, 82

William C. Guiney, 82, of Hendersonville, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2014 unexpectedly after a short illness.

He was a native of Cambridge, Mass., and a son of the late John F. and Margaret Guiney. He was also preceded in death by his wife Isabelle.

William served in the U.S Navy during the Korean War and had a long career with New England Telephone Company before retiring in 1988. He was a founding member of the Bay A's, the Blue Ridge Riders, and a member of several antique car clubs. He will be remembered for his love of family and friends, immense knowledge of cars, and his mechanical abilities.

He is survived by his daughters, Ann Panetta and husband, Tom of Hudson, Mass., Amy Parce and husband, Paul of Hendersonville; son, John Guiney and wife, Karen of Braintree, Mass.; granddaughter, Allison Panetta of Hudson, Mass., and many adopted grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held 2:30 PM, Thursday, Sept. 4, 2014, at First Baptist Church Hendersonville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Four Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.

The family requests that antique car owners drive their cars to the memorial service and park in the designated area in the 4th avenue parking lot of First Baptist Church Hendersonville.

An online guest book is available at www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Fleurette Kling, 86

Fleurette Kling, 86, of Hendersonville died Saturday, Aug. 30, 2014, at Carolina Village Medical Center.

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

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Eugene Harold "Harry" Bryant, 90

Eugene Harold "Harry" Bryant, 90, of Hendersonville passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2014 at Carolina Village.

Jackson Funeral Service will announce the arrangements

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Kathryn L. Brown, 89

Kathryn L. Brown, 89, joined her Heavenly Father when she passed away peacefully Monday, Sept. 1, 2014, at her home in Heritage Lodge.

She was preceded in that journey by her beloved husband, Robert M. Brown, her son Rodney M. Brown, her parents L.J. and Gertrude Stanley, and her brother Raymond Stanley.

Born Aug. 12, 1925, in Miami, Fla., she has lived in Henderson County since 1987.

She is survived by her son and his wife, Ken and Connie Brown, of Laurel Park; her grandchildren, Kenneth Brown, Jr. of Sweden and Alison Brown of Aiken, S.C.; her special niece and husband, Linda and Ed Swims, of Asheville; her sister and husband, Ranelle and Tom Duncan of Florida, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Kathryn's smile and welcoming spirit will live in our hearts and memories forever. The family would like to express a special "thank you" to the staff at Heritage Lodge for all their care, love and attention during her residency. Remembrances to the Alzheimer's Association are welcomed.

A graveside service for the family will be arranged by Jackson Funeral Service at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

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

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Patricia Diane Ball Morgan, 55

Patricia Diane Ball Morgan, 55, of Tuxedo died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2014, at Pardee Hospital following a lengthy illness.

Born Nov. 10, 1958, she was the daughter of Lafoy and Beulah Ellen Allison Ball of Horse Shoe. She was preceded in death by her son-in-law Jacob Satterfield, brother-in-law David Allison and her mother and father-in-law, William and Ellen Morrison.

A member of Mud Creek Baptist Church, she worked for a number of years at J.P. Stevens. She was a loving Grandma.

In addition to her parents she is survived by her husband of 31 years, David Luther Morgan; one son, David Luther "D.J." Morgan Jr.; one daughter, Sarah Satterfield; three grandchildren, Jude Satterfield, Lilly and Hazel Morgan; six sisters, Sharon Allison, Mary Harwood Dalton (Steve), Debbie Summey (Jeff), Lynn Pope (Ben}) Julie Ball (Alan), and Pam McCarson (Mack); one brother, Lafoy Ball Jr, sister-in-law, Jean Lamonica and several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.

A memorial service will be held Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2014, at 11 a.m. at Mud Creek Baptist Church with the Rev. Mark Honeycutt officiating. The family will receive friends from 9 to 10:55 a.m. on Tuesday prior to the service in the church.

The family would like to thank the nurses, doctors and other caregivers at Pardee Hospital who cared for Diane during her illness.

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

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Kathyrn L. Brown, 89

Kathyrn L. Brown, 89, joined her Heavenly Father when she passed away peacefully Monday, Sept. 1, 2014, at her home in Heritage Lodge.

Jackson Funeral Service will announce the arrangements.

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Mary Ann Erickson, 75

Mary Ann Erickson, 75, of Hendersonville passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2014, at the Elizabeth House.

A memorial service will be held 2:00 pm Saturday, August 30th at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witness.

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