Mary Magdaline Smith LaClaire, 91

Mary Magdaline Smith LaClaire, age 91, of Hendersonville died Sunday, June 15, 2014, at her residence at the Bridge at Lake Pointe Landing.

She was born Aug. 21, 1922, in Canada, Ky., to the late French Smith and Charlotte Elizabeth Hankins Smith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Willard LaClaire in 1975; two brothers, James and Robert Smith; three sisters, Hattie Elmo Tuttle, Helen Vargo, and Sarah Ann Hensley.

Mrs. LaClaire graduated from Lenore High School in W.Va., as valedictorian. She attended Marshall College (now Marshall University) in Huntington, W.Va., where she received a teaching certificate in 1942. She worked in the cryptanalysis united of the FBI during World War II; and held several secretarial positions over the years, including 15 years as a guidance secretary at Carthage Central High School from 1960 until 1975. Prior to living in Hendersonville, she resided in Fairfax, Va., as well as Black River, N.Y.

She is survived by her daughter, Bonnie L. Worcester and her husband, Robin of Lake Lure; three sons, John W. LaClaire II and his wife, Julie of Austin, Texas, Richard A. LaClaire and his wife, Donna of Melbourne Beach, Fla., David P. LaClaire and his wife, Linda of Hamburg, N.Y.; three grandchildren, Sean Worcester, Susan LaClaire, Thomas LaClaire, John-David LaClaire; two sisters, Wynema Pentland of Utica, N.Y., Analee Maeland of Huntington, W.Va; and 26 nieces and nephews.

A committal service will be held in Black River, NY at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Mary's memory may be made to Lake Pointe Landing Employee Appreciation Fund, 334 Thompson Street Hendersonville, NC 28792 or Four Seasons Hospice, 571 South Allen Road Flat Rock, NC 28731.

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 arrangements.

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Marian Ross Martin, 58

Marian Ross Martin, 58, of Hendersonville as well as Charlotte, died suddenly Saturday, June 14, 2014 at Pardee Hospital.

She was born on Sept. 14, 1955, the beloved oldest daughter of Dr. and Mrs. J. Marion Ross of Hendersonville.

She was a graduate of Hendersonville High School Class of 1973. She attended Queen's College in Charlotte and graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a bachelors degree in sociology and a masters degree in counseling. She had worked as the Admission's Counselor at Queen's College and at the Presbyterian Hospital's School of Nursing, as well as the Union County Public School system, all in Charlotte. For a number of years while residing in Charlotte, she was also active in the Providence Christian School Afterschool Program and the Providence United Methodist Church Bible Study Group. Her most cherished roll in life was being a devoted mother.

She was the wife of Michael Anthony Martin and the loving mother of one son, John Michael Martin. She is also survived by one sister, Claudia Ross Colhoun and her husband, Chuck Colhoun; one brother, John Armstrong Ross and his wife, Jennifer Ramsey Ross; two nieces: Alice Colhoun and Ramsey Ross; as well as three nephews: Charles Colhoun, Jack and Jake Ross, all of Hendersonville. Marian will also be missed by her faithful companion, Scrappy.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 19, 2014, at the First United Methodist Church in Hendersonville with the Rev. Dan Martin officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, 2014, at Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in memory of Marian 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 arrangements.

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Thomas "Jack" Jackson Herbert, Jr., 83

Thomas "Jack" Jackson Herbert, Jr. age 83, of Flat Rock died Sunday, June 15, 2014 at Park Ridge Hospital.

He was born in Portsmouth, Ohio, on April 30, 1931, to the late Dr. Thomas J. Herbert and Lucinda Robertson Herbert.

Jack graduated from Wofford College with a bachelor of science and received a master's of science degree from Clemson University. He was employed by the U.S. Patent Office as a Chemist Patent Examiner for 35 years. He was a resident of Henderson County over the past 20 years and was a member of Hope United Methodist Church.

He proudly served his country in the United States Army.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Nancy Dickson Herbert; son, Charles Herbert; daughters, Luci Herbert -Hansen, Diane Herbert Moul; four grandchildren, Kristin Herbert, Sophie Clark, Jackson and Lauren Moul; brother, Roger Herbert; and a brother-in-law, Charles Dickson.

Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 18, 2014, at Hope United Methodist Church with the Rev. Todd McCullough officiating. A private interment will follow at Shepherd Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until service time.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com.

Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements.

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Rev. Robert Alpers

Robert Norman Alpers, 79, died May 31, 2014, in Hendersonville.

He was born Sept. 24, 1934, in Great Bend, Kan. He lived on a farm and attended a one-room school near Hudson, Kan.

Bob earned degrees from Pratt (KS) Junior College, the University of Kansas (B.A.), Mission House Seminary (B.D.), and United Seminary of the Twin Cities (M.Div.). An athlete, he was a football player at Pratt and KU.

Bob was ordained in 1958 by the Evangelical and Reformed Church and was a pastor in the United Church of Christ for 55 years. He served churches in the Midwest and Hawaii and was a manager of the first McDonald's in Garden City, Kan.

Bob was the founding pastor of Brookings (S.D.) UCC. His last pastorate was in Lanai City, Hawaii, 2000-2012. He and Dorothy retired to Carolina Village, Hendersonville, in 2013.

Bob, a gentle and kind but highly principled person, was known for his smile and sense of humor, his commitment to justice and progressive theological ideas, singing, and love of Kansas Jayhawk basketball.

He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Lester, Hendersonville; sisters, Florene Kallaus, Fallbrook, Calif.; Phyllis (George) Miller, Ellinwood, Kan.; brother Wayne Alpers, Hutchinson, Kan.; children, Debra (Belen) Puga, Wichita, Kan.; Steven Alpers, Miami, Fla.; Larry Alpers, Euless, Texas; Rebecca (David) Shehadi, Dorset, Vt. and their mother Patricia Garrett Conner, Lawrence, Kan.; stepson Joe Bolin, Garden City, Kan.; and seven grandchildren.

Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 20, 2014, in the Village Hall at Carolina Village, and in July in Brookings, S.D., with burial at Peace Church, Hudson, Kan. Memorials may be given to Lanai Union Church, PO Box 630519, Lanai City, HI 96763.

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 arrangements.

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Dallas David Baines, 64

Dallas David Baines, 64, of Cedar Mountain died Friday, June 13, 2014 at the Elizabeth House.

David was born March 23, 1950, in Cedar Mountain to the late Dallas Dexter and Mary Catherine Jones Baines.

Survivors include his wife Lucy Metcalf Baines of Cedar Mountain; son Brian Michael Baines and wife Gail of Marshall; daughter Kim B. Marchisin and husband Michael of Brevard; step-daughters April D. Lewis of Larchmont, N.Y., and Alicia F. Zahn of Purcellville, Va.; brother Christopher Phillip Baines and wife Renee of Cedar Mountain; sisters Elayne B. Hayes and husband Carl of Leicester and Linda B. Hunter and husband Donnie of Cleveland, S.C.; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews.

Mr Baines was a self-employed carpenter, a member of Blue Ridge Baptist Church and a graduate of Brevard High School. David was a resident of Transylvania County for 50 years.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, June 16, 2014, at Blue Ridge Baptist Church with Rev. Larry Oliver and Rev. Alan Martin officiating. The family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall after the service.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Elizabeth House 571 South Allen Flat Rock, NC 28731.

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 arrangements.

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Leland Dono "Buck" Capps, 95

Leland Dono "Buck" Capps, 95, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2014, at Sunnybrook Assisted Living.

Born June 25, 1918, he was a lifelong resident of Henderson County and a son of the late Mitchell Capps, Sr. and Lola Pace Capps. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 73 years, Catherine McCall, his sister Evelyn Pace and brothers Leo, Bill, Torrence, Ben and Mitchell Capps, Jr.

Mr. Capps, known by all as "Buck," was employed by the Farmers Federation and Cranston Print Works early in his career. He was later employed by General Electric, from where he retired in 1981. He was a part-time farmer all his life, and upon retirement continued growing vegetables. He sold those vegetables at the Hendersonville Curb Market, of which he and his wife were active members of for many years.

Being a devout Christian, he was a former member of Mount Moriah Baptist Church and a charter member of Kings Grove Baptist Church, where he contributed many hours of labor and work for it's construction. At present he was an active member of Ebenezer Baptist Church, where he was a former Deacon, Sunday school teacher, choir member, VBS worker, and volunteered wherever he was needed.

Survivors include his daughter, Barbara Rhodes and her husband Marvin of Hendersonville; son, Larry D. Capps and his wife Deborah of Wilmington; grandchildren, Derrick Rhodes, Angie Wise, Detra Burleson, Lance and Dustin Capps; nine great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 16, 2014, in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home. Rev. Tony Hall and Rev. Bob Taylor will officiate the service. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. prior to the service in the chapel.

Memorials may be made to Ebenezer Baptist Church at 2557 Chimney Rock Road Hendersonville, N.C. 28731, Gideon's International, or the charity of your choice.

An online register book and condolence cards are available at www.forestlawnhendersonville.com

Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Grady Wayne McCraw, 76

Grady Wayne McCraw, 76, of Hendersonville died Tuesday, June 10, 2014, at Pardee Hospital.

Wayne was born Oct. 9, 1937, in Henderson County to the late Grady Hobert and Lura Mae Garnes McCraw. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by two brothers: James W. McCraw and Thomas Paul McCraw.

Survivors include brothers Jerry McCraw of Fletcher and Bill McCraw of Hendersonville; a sister, Clara M. Cox of Hendersonville; several nieces and nephews

Wayne was a farmer most of his life. He was also of the Baptist faith.

The family would like to invite friends and neighbors to stop by Wayne's house at 722 Worlds Edge Rd Hendersonville, NC 28792, from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 15, 2014, to visit and share memories of Wayne's life.

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 arrangements.

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Richard (Dick) Clarence Gates

Richard (Dick) Clarence Gates of Etowah passed away peacefully in his sleep at the Life Care Center in Hendersonville on May 19, 2014. His friendly demeanor and wit will be missed by his family and friends.

Dick was born in Gardner, Mass., on June 7, 1928, and was the son of Myrle Hyde Gates and Clarence C. Gates. Dick was preceded in death by two loving wives: Mary Harris Gates of Etowah and Denise B. Gates of Brevard.

Dick graduated from Montclair High School in 1946 and from the University of Pennsylvania in 1951 with a bachelor's degree in business administration. Upon graduation, he was drafted during the Korean War and served as a corporal in the Signal School at Camp Gordon, GA. After completing his military service, he started working for Owens Corning Fiberglas where he had a successful career for over thirty years in human resources. During much of his career he lived in Maumee, Ohio, a suburb of Toledo, Ohio. After his retirement in 1987, he moved to Brevard where he lived for 18 years. He moved to Etowah Reach in 2006 and married Mary Harris in 2007.

Dick was an avid hiker, walker and tennis player and a sports enthusiast from an early age. He was also active with his church and volunteered his time at Sharing House for many years.

Dick is survived by two children, Alison Gates Andrews of Laytsonville, Md., and Philip Gates of Columbus, Ohio; a sister, Marilyn Hedstrom of Arvonia, Va.; two sisters-in-law, Esther Gates of Chappaqua, N.Y., and Yvonne Boucher of Northampton, Mass., along four nieces and four nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, June 22, 2014, at the Brevard Davidson River Presbyterian Church.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Jewell Simpson Waters, 88

Jewell Simpson Waters, 88, of Hendersonville went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, June 9, 2014.

The sweet loving Staff of Carolina Village Medical Center and Four Seasons Hospice provided her with a peaceful passing. Dear friends and family were at her side.

She was born on June 12, 1925, to the late Will and Nora Hollingsworth Simpson. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles A. Waters; her four sisters, Ruby Simpson Laughter, Edith Simpson Bell, Emma Simpson Flynn, and Belle Simpson Moody; and four brothers, Claude Simpson, Marvin Simpson, Avery Simpson and Glenn Simpson.

Jewell was a long time member of the Mud Creek Baptist Church where she sang in the choir for 50 years, she was a member of the Joy Singers, and loved participating in the Christmas and Easter dramas. She was especially proud to be the wife of a WWII Veteran who served with The 276th Armored Field Artillery Battalion, Patton's Third Army. This group of men and their families held reunions up to the 70th Anniversary of their service. Jewell continued to attend these reunions after Charles' death in tribute to him.

She retired from Southern Bell in Hendersonville as a Customer Service Representative. She attended events with the "Number Please" club and the Red Hat Society.

She will be remembered as a beautiful example of how a Godly woman should live, and how she should love and cherish her family. She taught us how to be a joyful spirit and a true friend.

Surviving are three sisters-in-law, Faye Barrett, Carolyn Folena, and Ruth Thomas, all of Boynton, Fla. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews who all love her dearly.

A funeral service celebrating her life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 14, 2014, at Mud Creek Baptist Church in Hendersonville with the Rev. Dr. Greg T. Mathis and the Rev. Dr. Robert Hefner officiating. Music will be provided by the Rev. Chris Roberts. Interment in Shepherd Memorial Park will follow the service. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial contributions be directed to Four Seasons Hospice, 571 South Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com.

Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements.

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Irene Shara, 104

Irene Shara was born Aug. 27, 1909, in Brooklyn, NY, lived to be 104 and has died June 6, 2014.

She was preceded in death by her husband William Shara.

She is survived by her daughter Arlene Brumer; three grandchildren, Michael McMahon, Carol Caudill and Peggy Sue McMahon; four great grandchildren, Erika and Spencer Caudill and Alexa and Jenna McMahon and two great-great grandchildren, Kayden and Carson.

Donations may be made to St. Judes Children's Hospital.

Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.

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William "Ed" Lipe, 61

William "Ed" Lipe, 61, of Hendersonville, went to be with the Lord Saturday, June 7, 2014 at the Elizabeth House.

A native of Asheville, he had lived the past 25 years in Hendersonville. He was the son of the late Herbert and Juanita Lipe.

Ed was employed by Fastenal Company in Arden for 21 years and was a sales manager. He was a member of Mud Creek Baptist Church and had served in the Air Force. He loved golf and when he was on the golf course he felt the closest to God. He enjoyed playing his guitar in his quiet time. Ed loved his family and cherished every minute with them. He loved being "Papa Ed" to Max and Julie. When he spoke of his Marie he called her his "Sweet Marie".

He is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Marie; his son, Joseph Brett Lipe and his wife Samantha and granddaughter Julie of Lewisburg, NC; his stepdaughters, Heather Milliken and her husband Mark and grandson Max of Hendersonville, TN and Hope Huntley of Charlotte; his brother, Herbert "Jr" Lipe and his wife Pat of Marshall; his sisters, Teresa Waldrop of Lewisville, TX, Cindy Blazek and her husband Tim of Guilford, CT and Mary Baskerville and her husband Ed of Bluffton, SC; six nieces and nephews, including a very special niece Tina, and three great-nieces and nephews. The family would like to especially thank Marc Ritz for being such a devoted friend.

A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, 2014, in the chapel at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, with Rev. Mark Hunnicutt officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1 - 2 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Missions Fund at Mud Creek Baptist Church.

A guest book is available at forestlawnhendersonville.com.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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John "Gladson" Capps, age 87

John "Gladson" Capps, 87, a lifelong resident of Henderson County, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday June 7, 2014.

He was the son of the late Sam and Pearl Levi Capps. In addition to his parents, Gladson was preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Bertha Ballard Capps, a brother, George Capps and sister Carrie Capps Maybin.

He is survived by his sons Bennett G. Capps and wife Sheila, and Rev. Bobby Capps, both of Zirconia; daughters Lynn Capps Osteen and husband Curtis of Zirconia and Millis Capps Campbell and husband Rev. Ricky Campbell of Mountain City, Tenn. He had six grandchildren: Stacy Nix, Ben Capps, Michael Capps, Lauren Capps, Jonathan Campbell and Bethany Warden. He is also survived by eight great-grandchildren: Brooke, Kelly, Ella, Thomas, Samuel, Wyatt, McKayla and Hannah.

Gladson was a World War II veteran and served in the Pacific theater. Upon returning home he was a farmer and carpenter. He worked at Camps Greystone and Falling Creek for over 40 years. He was a member and former deacon of Cedar Springs Baptist Church.

A wonderful husband, father and grandfather, he will be greatly missed, but we know we will see him in heaven one day.

The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, June 9, 2014, at Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Home. A private graveside service will follow on Tuesday.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com.

Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements.

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Grant "Buck" Pace, 87

Grant "Buck" Pace, 87, of Hendersonville, went home to Heaven, Saturday, June 7, 2014.

Mr. Pace was a native of Henderson County and a son of the late Grant and Lela Marshall Pace. He is also preceded in death by two brothers and four sisters.

He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He was stationed in Jacksonville Fl, Patrol Squad 16 AAMC/3 as a Hellcat aircraft mechanic. Buck was a member of Bethel Wesleyan Church and a member of the American Legion Hubert Smith Post # 77. He loved camping and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Mr. Pace was a lifetime and founding member of the Blue Ridge Fire and Rescue.

Surviving is his wife of 67 years, Louise Floyd Pace; daughter, Diane Pace and her husband, Jerry of Saluda; grandchildren, Todd Pace and his wife Lynn of Kernersville, and Bradley Pace and his wife Tracy of Saluda; great-grandchildren, Madeline Pace of Kernersville, and Morgan Pace of Saluda; and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 10, 2014, at the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home. Rev. Tim Clark will officiate. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Those desiring can make memorial contributions to: Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Attn. Donor Services, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309.

A sympathy card and online register book is available by visiting www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Maria Francioni, 95

Maria Francioni, 95, of Hendersonville died Saturday June 7, 2014.

A beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she was preceded in death by her loving husband Gino.

Maria is survived by her son Loris and wife Lynn and son Sandro and wife Lorraine; grandchildren: Lorissa, Tamara, Gino, Adam, David and Alexandra "AJ". Other survivors include eight great-grandchildren.

She will be interred at All Saints Catholic Cemetery in Des Plaines, IL.

Memorial donations in Maria's name may be directed to Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 208 Seventh Ave. West, Hendersonville, NC 28791 or to Four Seasons Compassion For Life, Elizabeth House, 581 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com.

Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements.

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Irene Shara, 104

Irene Shara, age 104¹/₂, of Hendersonville,passed away Friday, June 6, 2014, at Hendersonville Health and Rehab.

Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.

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Georgia Lee Rhodes Morrow, 96

Georgia Lee Rhodes Morrow, 96, of East Flat Rock went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 6, 2014 at her home.

She was born in Polk County and lived for most of her life in Henderson County, a daughter of the late George and Bessie Rhodes and wife of the late Nevels Broncel Morrow, Sr. who died in 1962. She was also preceded in death by two sons Nevels, Jr. and Bobby Galen Morrow; three sisters, Alvenia Hyder, Evelyn Pace and Juanita Sharpe; and two brothers, Carroll Rhodes and Garland Rhodes.

Georgia Lee was a faithful member of Upward United Methodist Church. She enjoyed cooking and loved helping others.

Surviving are her son, Gregory D. Morrow and his wife Belva H. Morrow who was also her faithful and dedicated caregiver; two daughters, Karen Morrow Nelson and husband Dwight of Rural Hall, NC, and Tammy Morrow Daniels and David Parkins of Asheville; her sister, Mabel Bayne of Zirconia; seven grandchildren, Kelly M. Hogan, Marcie M. Wilson, Marty Morrow, Regina Morrow, Austin Nelson, Adam Nelson, Alexander Daniels, and Mercy Beveridge; nine great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at Upward United Methodist Church. Revs. Jerry Warren and Anthony Craver will officiate. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 1:30 until 3 p.m. prior to the service at the church.

To sign an online guest book, visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Cathy Darlene Stewart, 60

Cathy Darlene Stewart, 60, of Mills River died Sunday, June 1, 2014, at her residence.

At her request, no services are planned.

Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center is in charge of arrangements.

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Bridget Ann Dellinger, 58

Bridget Ann Dellinger, 58, of Hendersonville died Saturday May 31, 2014, at Mission Hospital.

She was born July 21, 1955, in Smithfield to the late Roland and Doris Parrish Norris. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother Ronnie Norris.

Survivors include her husband of 42 years, Curtis Eugene Dellinger; son Matthew Wayne Dellinger; daughter Jennifer Mary Dellinger; brother Michael Norris; sister Pamela Hodges; grandson Andrew Ross Dellinger, the apple Nana's eye.

Bridget was a Regional Manager for Great Western Management.

Memorial services will be 3 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, 2014, at Thos. Shepherd Church Street Chapel with the Rev. Daniel Dellinger officiating. The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m. prior to the service.

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 arrangements.

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Marguerite W. Wilson,82

Marguerite W. Wilson, 82, of Flat Rock died Thursday, May 29, 2014, at Margaret R. Pardee Memorial Hospital.

Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center will announce arrangements.

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Robert "Bob" Edwin Miskosky, 91

Robert "Bob" Edwin Miskosky, died Friday, May 30, 2014, at the age of 91.

He was a loving, compassionate man to family, friends and, on occasions, to complete strangers.

He was born Aug. 26, 1922, to the late Kathryn Pahl Miskosky and Frank (Frantisek) William Miskosky in East Patchogue, N.Y. He attended elementary school in E. Patchogue and graduated in 1940 from Bellport High School in Bellport, Long Island, N.Y.

A Navy veteran of WWII, and Korea, he attained the rank of Commander before retiring. He enlisted Nov. 18, 1941. He attended the Navy Academic Refresher Unit at Cornell College in Iowa. He attended the Navy School of Music, Washington, DC. He soon entered flight training; training stations included: NAS Quonset Point, Norfolk, San Diego area, and later served in the Reserves at Floyd Bennett Field, Brooklyn, N.Y. His active service lasted 12 years; honors include: Good Conduct Medal; Pre-Pearl Harbor medal; American Defense; WWII Victory Medal, American Theatre; Korean Victory and Armed Services Reserve. During his service, he flew most of the Navy planes that were around at the time.

In 1950, he was flying off of the U.S.S. Maury (AG16) to Saudi Arabia, the Persian Gulf, and Kuwait). The Gulf waters were being checked for depth, probably with a future thought of oil tankers.

In 1951 he wed Wilhelmina E. Werdermann. In 1954, a beloved daughter, Linda, was born. He continued in the Reserves, as well as in the family florist and nursery business. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion Post 69 in Patchogue, N.Y. A Mason, he belonged to South Side Lodge, Patchogue, N.Y. He was an Episcopalian.

A resident of Hendersonville since 1980, he played guitar and/or banjo in various musical groups, including the Buddy K Band.

He was predeceased by his brothers, Roman Miskosky and Roger Miskosky; and a sister, Kathryn Miskosky Bozotis.

He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Wilhelmina "Billie" Miskosky; his daughter Linda Miskosky Bellofatto; his grandson Michael Robert Bellofatto; and a great-granddaughter; as well as several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to extend special thanks to Compassionate Home Care and its caregivers for extraordinary service. Thanks also go to Four Seasons Compassion for Life (hospice).

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 3, 2014, at Shepherd Memorial Park with Brother Phillip Kuykendall officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, June 2, at Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors, 125 South Church Street in Hendersonville.

As a former florist, Bob had always requested flowers. Flowers will be appreciated. Donations would also be appreciated to the Alzheimer's Association, www.alz.org.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com.

Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements.

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