Linda Middleton Evatt, 63

Linda Middleton Evatt, 63, of Hendersonville went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, Jan. 2, 2014, at Pardee Hospital.

She was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Josephine Stepp Middleton, an infant daughter, Shirley Marshall and a sister, Nancy Ann.

She was a member of Forge Valley Baptist Church, was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

She is survived by her loving husband of 31 years, Sam Evatt; two sons, Richard Evatt of Travelers Rest, S.C., and Matthew Bohren of Hendersonville; a daughter, Ginger Perez and her husband, Antonio of Hendersonville; six grandchildren, two great grandchildren; four brothers; two sisters and lots of nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 6, 2014, at the Chapel In The Pines of Jackson Funeral Service with Rev. Dan Blackwell and Rev. Wayne Owen officiating. Burial will follow at Shepherd Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the chapel and at other times will be at the home.

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

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Mabel P. Lopanik, 88

Mabel P. Lopanik, 88, of Hendersonville passed away Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2014, at the Elizabeth House in Flat Rock.

She was a daughter of the late Samuel and Ethel Roberts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, John Lopanik, and a sister, Edna Jensen.

Mrs. Lopanik lived most of her life in New Jersey until her retirement and then relocated to Hendersonville where she resided for 18 years. She was a devoted wife and loving mother of five children for whom she made a loving and happy home. She served as a Deaconess with the SDA church her entire adult life and also as a Greeter with the Fletcher SDA church. Mrs. Lopanik was a member of the Christian Women's Club both in New Jersey and Hendersonville. She was an EMT for 18 years and also volunteered at Park Ridge Hospital with the Chaplains' office.

Mrs. Lopanik is survived by her daughter, Robyn Iuliano and husband, Tom, of Greeneville, Tenn.; sons, Dr. Robert Lopanik and wife, Linda, of Charleston, S.C.; Bruce Lopanik and wife, Darlene, of Mendham, N.J.; Jon Scott Lopanik of Hendersonville; and Mark Lopanik of Sparta, N.J.; grandchildren, Nicole Tallefeirt and husband, Martial; Lindsey Literati and husband, Brad; Donald Ingram; Christopher Lopanik; Andrew Lopanik; Bethany Iuliano; and Timothy Iuliano; and great-grandchildren, Camille Tallefeirt, Chase Literati, Zachary Literati, Mary Ingram and Michael Ingram.

A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014, at the Leila Patterson Center in Fletcher. Pastor Ivan Blake will officiate. The family will receive friends from 2:30 – 3 p.m. at the Leila Patterson Center prior to the service. Burial will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014, at Restland Memorial Park in East Hanover, N.J.

Flowers may be sent to Shuler Funeral Home or memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 120 Executive Park Bldg. 1, Asheville, NC 28801.

An online guest book and sympathy card are available at www.shulerfuneralhome.com.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Sidney Thomas Nalley Sr., 56

Sidney Thomas Nalley Sr., 56, of Dana went to be with the Lord Monday, Dec. 30, 2013, at the Elizabeth House.

He was born in Vero Beach, Fla., and grew up in Henderson County. He was the son of the late Frank and Jean Justice Nalley.

Sidney loved to hunt and fish. Family was very important to him.

He is survived by four sons, Brandon, Thomas Jr., Donnie and David Nalley; a daughter, Dawn Nalley; three sisters, Pam Holden, Teresa Moore and Tracy Wood; two brothers, Dennis Nalley and Clifford Case Jr.; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014 at Mountain Home Baptist Church in Edneyville with Rev. Craig Garren officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral 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 atwww.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Bonnie Moffitt Newman

Bonnie Moffitt Newman, 82, died Jan. 1, 2014, at the Laurels of Hendersonville after an extended illness.

She was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. She was the daughter of the late Earl Moffitt and Myrtle Orr Moffitt. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Patricia Lynn Newman; and her brother, William A. Moffitt.

She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Everett C. Newman; son, Lawrence Newman of Charlotte; sister, Mary Lou Newman of Belton, S.C.; a half brother, Jim Moffitt of Travelers Rest, S.C.

A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2014, at French Broad Baptist Church of which she was a lifelong member, with the Rev. Kemuel Pruitt officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial will be private.

Memorials may be made to French Broad Baptist Church, 182 Grandview Lane, Hendersonville, NC 28791.

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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Annie Lee Moore, 64

Annie Lee Moore, 64, of Horse Shoe passed away Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2013 at Mission Hospital.

She was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Estella Jones Rollins, a son, Johnny Darrell Collins, two brothers, Richard and Stanley Rollins.

She retired from Phillips Consumer Electronics in Arden after 20 years, loved to garden and plant flowers.

She is survived by her loving husband of 16 years, Roy Lee Moore; a son, Jimmie D. Collins of Hendersonville; a daughter and her husband, Letha and Robert Kanipe of Forest City; siblings and their spouses, Gene Rollins of Spartanburg, S.C., Roger and Evelyn Rollins of Swannanoa, Ernest and Rosie Rollins of Pisgah Forest, Neil and Donna Rollins of Hendersonville, Thomas Rollins of Hendersonville and Linda and Robert Landers of Etowah; three grandchildren, Jimi Ferguson, Ashley and Allisa Collins; four step-grandchildren, Robbie and Christina Kanipe and Chris and Madison Maggart and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from noon to 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 5, 2014, at Jackson Funeral Service with a graveside service following at 2 p.m. at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Annie's name to a charity of one's choice.

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

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Barbara Kim Constance, 53

Barbara Kim Constance, 53, of Hendersonville passed away, Thursday, Dec. 26, 2013, at her home.

She was a native of Folkston, Ga., and a resident of Henderson County for 50 years. She was the daughter of the late John and Myrtle Walker. Barbara loved her family near and far and was known as mom to many.

She is survived by her husband Bobby Constance; sons, Tony and Tim Lyda both of Hendersonville; grandchildren, Brandy Lyda, Taylor McGlothlin, and Gabrielle and Keeran Constant; brother, John Walker; and several nieces and nephews.

A service will be held at 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3, 2013 in the Kirby Memorial Chapel of Shuler Funeral Home with the Rev. Alan Martin officating. The family will receive friends from 4 –5 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

An online guest book and sympathy card are available at www.shulerfuneralhome.com.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Florence Gustafson Ready, 103

Florence Gustafson Ready, 103, of Hendersonville died Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2013, at the Elizabeth House exactly one month short of her 104th birthday, Jan. 17, 2014.

Florence was preceded in death by her parents, Carl Gustafson and Hilda (Johnson) Gustafson; her husband, William Ready; two sisters, Ann Swenson, Agnes Buttedal; a brother who died in infancy; and a niece, Merilyn Green.

Until her final year Florence enjoyed good health, and active life, independent living and driving with a non-restrictive driver's license (no eye-glasses required). She was quick witted, had a good sense of humor and a contagious laugh. Four decades ago Florence retired after a fulfilling career as a stenographer and office manager with various Federal Government agencies in Washington, DC. After retirement she moved to the city of her childhood, Minneapolis, Minn. Five years ago she sought a warmer climate and relocated to Fletcher Park Inn, in Hendersonville.

When asked about the secret of her longevity, Florence would happily recite her lifestyle habits of eating a vegan diet, abstaining from alcohol and tobacco, exercising daily, keeping a positive attitude and trusting in God. She was a member of the Fletcher Seventh-day Adventist Church.

She is survived by her three nephews, Robert Buttedal, William Buttedal, Lowell Swenson and a great-niece, Debbie Amman.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, 2014, at the Hendersonville Seventh-day Adventist Church, 2301 Asheville Highway, with Pastor Charles Ferguson and Pastor Ivan Blake officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Cemetery in Minneapolis, Minn.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Fletcher Seventh-day Adventist Church Building Fund or to the Hendersonville Seventh-day Adventist Church new office project.

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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Edgwina Wagner Tabor, 88

Edgwina Wagner Tabor, 88, of Hendersonville passed away Sunday, Dec. 29, 2013.

A graveside service will be held 2:00 PM Thursday at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

Jackson Funeral Service is assisting the family.

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Kevin J. Cassidy, 71

Kevin J. Cassidy, 71, of Hendersonville died on Dec. 27, 2013.

Originally of Brooklyn, N.Y., he was formerly of Long Island, N.Y., Orlando, Fla., Norwood, Mass., and Franconia, N.H.
He was a veteran of the US Air Force and retiree of the US Postal Service. Mr. Cassidy enjoyed all types of rock-and-roll music, especially doo-wop and R&B from the 1950's. He was especially gifted with animals, not only training the family dogs but also training wild birds, squirrels, and chipmunks to alight or sit in his lap and eat from his hand. He was a die-hard fan of the NY Rangers and NE Patriots and, in childhood, the Brooklyn Dodgers.

Mr. Cassidy is survived by his wife Lydia; daughter Kelly and son-in-law Armi; son Kevin and daughter-in-law Debbie; brother Billy and sister-in-law Lawayne; nephews Robert and Billy; nieces Lisa and Julie; and grandchildren Duvessa, Kevin, and Jessica.

He was preceded in death by his parents Jimmy and Loretta; stepdad Bill; brother Denny; and nephew Brian.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, 2014, in the Chapel of Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Black Mountain with burial following the service. The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2014, at Shuler Funeral Home.

Flowers may be sent to Shuler Funeral Home or donations made to the Salvation Army, PO Box 2387, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

An online guest book and sympathy card are available at www.shulerfuneralhome.com.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Nellie "Peggy" Lancaster

FLAT ROCK — Mrs. Nellie "Peggy" Lancaster, 88, of Flat Rock died Sunday, Dec. 29, 2013.

Mrs. Lancaster is survived by her husband of over 60 years, Herman Lancaster and several nephews.

Services will be private.

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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Peggy Rector Stroupe, 86

Peggy Rector Stroupe, 86, of Hendersonville died Friday, Dec. 27, 2013, at the Laurels of Hendersonville after an extensive battle with Alzheimer's.

A resident of Bat Cave and Stanley, she was the daughter of the late Richmond Hobart and Bertha Branson Rector. She was married to the late Robert Earl Stroupe.

She was an active member of The First Baptist Church of Stanley where she and her late husband worked with Sunday school, youth organizations, and where they founded a puppet ministry. Her love was, however, The Golden Years' Club, which she founded and worked with so diligently until her move to Hendersonville in 1998.

Mrs. Stroupe was preceded in death by her parents, both brothers, Roy Rector of Fletcher and Ralph Rector of Hendersonville; her sister, Evelyn Carlton of Greensboro; and her son in law, Douglas Jones of New London.

Mrs. Stroupe is survived by her son, Robert Richmond Stroupe; her daughter, Donna S. Jones, and three grandchildren, Monica Faust, Michelle Hahn and Thomas Culp. She is also survived by two great grandchildren, Emma Grace and Cora Jade Faust.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2013, at Hillcrest Gardens in Mt. Holly. The Rev. Fulbright from the First Baptist Church of Stanley will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to your local Hospice organization.

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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Paul Jenney, Sr., 87

Paul Jenney, Sr., 87, of Hendersonville passed away Saturday, Dec. 28, 2013.

Mr. Jenney was born Aug. 8, 1926, in Pennsylvania. He moved to Edison, N.J., and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He married Marilyn Shurilla and served the Edison Township as a police officer. Mr. Jenney retired and moved to Bedford, Va., for 15 years and then moved to Hendersonville where he was a member of Immaculate Conception Church. He enjoyed fishing and hunting.

Mr. Jenney is survived by his wife of 61 years, Marilyn; daughter, Karen, son, Paul and wife, Cindy, grandsons, Ryan and Scott, and a brother, James and wife, Earline.

A memorial service will be held in New Jersey.

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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June Evelyn Halford Fleming, 88

June Evelyn Halford Fleming, 88, of Hendersonville died on Friday Dec. 27, 2013, at Lake Pointe Landing Life Care Center.

She was born, Jan. 7, 1925, in Inman, S.C. Her parents are the late Furdellia Lyda of Edneyville and Charles W. Halford of Inman.

She was preceded in death by her first husband Clay Eugene Hyder who died in 1943 in a motorcycle accident shortly after their marriage, as well as her second husband and father of her children Fred Fleming, Jr. and a son Kerry .

June was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by two daughters, Shelia and Kimberly, two sons, Jack and Ricky, six granddaughters and eight great -grandchildren.

She attended Edneyville School with the class of 1937. She was also a member of Gethsemane Baptist Church.

A graveside service will be held at Shepherd Memorial Park at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30, 2013, with Reverend Jeff Tankersley officiating with burial to follow.

We wish to thank the staff at Lake Pointe Landing Life Care Center, for the love and care given to our mother and grandmother. This special care meant so much to each family member.

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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Barbara Kim Constance, 53

Barbara Kim Constance, 53, passed away Thursday, Dec. 26, 2013.

Shuler Funeral Home will announce the arrangements.

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Dorothy M. Jarboe

Dorothy M. Jarboe was born on Nov. 17, 1921, in Louisville, Ky., the daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth (Couchman) Maguire. She married John Gerald Jarboe on Dec. 27, 1952, in Louisville.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and daughter, Margaret Jarboe Ping. She is survived by three daughters and two sons, Ann (John) Brzuskiewicz of Fountain Hills, Ariz.,, Pat (Fred) Kaplan of Crown Point, Ind.,, Tom (Laurie) Jarboe of Bowie, Md., Jim Jarboe of San Francisco; Jeanne (Rodney) Merkle of Bloomington, Ill., and eight grandchildren.

Dorothy earned a bachelor of arts in social science (1943) from Nazareth College (now Spalding University) and a masters in psychology (1945) from Fordham University, at a time when most women did not pursue education to that level. She was a dedicated social worker, clinical psychologist, college teacher, basketball coach, housewife, mother, grandmother, and caretaker of elderly parents.

She was a resident of Henderson County for 27 years and an active member of the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church. She was a volunteer and supervisor at Interfaith Assistance Ministry for nearly two decades.

Dorothy enjoyed entertaining friends and family, traveling, playing bridge, doing crossword puzzles, reading, sports, swimming, and quilting.

A memorial service will be held in the chapel downstairs at Immaculate Conception Church in Hendersonville, 208 7th Ave West, Hendersonville, NC 28791 at 11 a.m. on Jan. 4, 2014. Burial will follow at Shepherd Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN or a charity of your 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 arrangements.

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Kenneth Edward "Ken" Wilkins, 54

Kenneth Edward "Ken" Wilkins, 54, of Hendersonville went to be with our Lord Jesus Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2013, at his home.

Ken grew up in Henderson County and graduated from East Henderson High School. He worked at Federal Paperboard in East Flat Rock and Meritor in Fletcher.

Ken grew up loving basketball and football and loved to farm and play music.

He was the son of Doris Edney Wilkins of Hendersonville and the late Dave Edward Wilkins.

Surviving in addition to his mother are his two daughters, Jennifer Wilkins Kapustka of Simpsonville, S.C., and Summer Nicole Wilkins of Asheville; 2 grandchildren, Gavin Talsky and Nicholas Kapustka; one brother, Dwight David Wilkins of Hendersonville; two sisters, MeLisa Wilkins Bissonnette of Hendersonville and Patricia "Trish" Wilkins Searcy and her husband Chesley of Hendersonville and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30, 2013, at Kings Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Phillip Capell and Rev. Dan Blackwell officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends Sunday night from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Kings Grove Baptist Church and at other times will be at the home of Trish and Chesley Searcy.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Cancer Society, 120 Executive Park, Building one, Asheville, N.C. 28801.

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

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Dr. Paul E. "Pete" Hill

Dr. Paul E. "Pete" Hill of Flat Rock passed away on Dec. 24, 2013, at the age of 88.

Dr. Hill was born and reared in Murphy. He was a physician with an active medical practice of 50 years, having worked in family medicine in his native town of Murphy, followed by a practice in internal medicine in Hendersonville until his retirement in 1991.

He is survived by his wonderful wife of 60 years, Vera Howse Hill of Flat Rock, a nurse whom he met and married at Duke University while in Medical School; a son Paul and his wife Dorcas of Johnson City, Tenn.; daughter Kathryn Vanderslice and husband Scott of Salisbury; four grandchildren Mark Vanderslice wife Jennifer, Tyler Vanderslice, wife Amber; Brittany Soques, husband Danny, and Jenna Grace Hill; and great grandson Asaph Vanderslice.

He was preceded in death by parents Dr. J.N. Hill and Kathryn Bayless Hill of Murphy; a brother, Dr. J.N. Hill II, and three sisters, Ann Hill, Mildred Payne, and Jane Reynolds.

After graduating from Murphy High School, Pete volunteered and entered the Army Air Corp and served as an Army Air Corp Navigator. He felt it a great honor to fly, more than 60 years later with the Henderson County Honor Air to the WWII Memorial in Washington, DC, along with other World War II veterans of all branches of service.

He received a BA degree from WCU, a Master degree from the UNC at Chapel Hill, and his MD degree from the Duke University School of Medicine. He was a 50–year member of the AMA, NC Medical Society, a member of the American Academy of GP and AAFP Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine., and served on the medical staff of Pardee Hospital. In addition, he was particularly proud to have chaired the Murphy City Schools Board of Education during their successful integration. He was a charter member of Covenant Presbyterian Church and served in Hospital Visitation Ministry for many years

Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 27, 2013, at Covenant Presbyterian Church. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church. Burial at Shepherd Memorial Park will follow the funeral service.

Contributions may be made to Covenant Presbyterian Church, 2101 Kanuga Road, Hendersonville, NC 28739.

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George "Bruce" Layne, 86

George "Bruce" Layne, 86, of Hendersonville passed away Sunday, Dec. 22, 2013, at his home.

A native of Henderson County, he was a son of the late George A. and Serepta Osteen Layne. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Dot Layne; a brother, Ed Layne and a sister, Lois Layne.

Mr. Layne served in the U.S. Army during WWII as a Military Police Officer and afterward enlisted in the Navy Reserves and worked as a machinist all of his life. He was a Deacon for over 40 years with Flat Rock 1st Missionary Baptist Church. He was a fan of the Braves and NASCAR and was also a clock maker.

He is survived by a son, Terry Layne and his wife Laurie of Hendersonville; two daughters, Janet McGuinn and her husband Mike of Sunny View and Joy Thompson and her husband Jerry of Hendersonville; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a sister, Betty Smith and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday Dec. 28, 2013, in the chapel at Forest Lawn Funeral Home. Dr. Mike Whitson will officiate. Burial will follow the service at Oakdale Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12:30-2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Care Partners, P.O. Box 25338 Asheville, NC 28813 or Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Rd. Flat Rock, NC 2873.

A guestbook is available at www.shulerfuneralhome.com.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Dollie M. Ramey, 57

Dollie M. Ramey, 57, of Hendersonville passed away Monday, Dec. 23, 2013, at her
home.

She was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph Gravely and Betty Gravely McAbee, step-father Leon McAbee, a daughter, Pamela Ramey and a sister, Eula Fay Jones.

She was a member of Dana Baptist Church.

She is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Herbert Ramey; a son, Jason Ramey and his wife Kylene of Hendersonville; a daughter, Tammy L. Surrett of Indiana; two sisters, Margaret Dalton of Hendersonville and Linda Romero of Raleigh, NC; 12 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and Dollie and Herbert's dog Abby.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 29, 2013, at Dana Baptist Church with Rev. Dan Blackwell officiating. 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 in Dollie's name to The Humane Society of Hendersonville.

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

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Thomas L. Petitt, 72

Thomas L. Petitt, 72, of Flat Rock, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2013.

A native of LaFollette, Tenn., he was a son of the late William Everett and Mary Elizabeth Kirkland Petitt. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Mary Lou Lindsey and his maternal grandparents, Ida and Roscoe Kirkland.

He was a graduate of East Tennessee State University and was an avid fan of Tennessee football. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He loved spending time with his family and his beloved dogs, Missy and Sophie, and especially cherished every moment spent with his grandchildren.

Mr. Petitt is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Jeannie Anderson Petitt; two daughters, Symantha Gragg and her husband Shane and Heather Barnette and her husband Jimmy; two grandchildren, Thomas Barnette and Marina Gragg, all of Hendersonville; his brother, John Lindsey and his wife Lois of Caryville, Tenn.; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service with military honors will be at 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27, 2013, at Mud Creek Baptist Church. Rev. Greg Mathis will officiate. The family will receive guests from 3:30 until 5 p.m. prior to the service at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Blue Ridge Humane Society, 1214 Greenville Highway Hendersonville, NC 28792.

A guest book and sympathy cards are available at www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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