Sandra L. Ponder, 55

Sandra L. Ponder, 55, of Hendersonville passed away, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2013, at her
home.

Jackson Funeral Service will announce the arrangements.

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George "Bruce" Layne 86

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

Shuler Funeral Home will announce the arrangements.

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Inez Nevy Albetta, 96

Inez Nevy Albetta, 96, loving mother and devoted wife, died peacefully the morning of Friday, Dec. 20, 2013, at Spring Arbor West, Hendersonville, with her family by her side.

Inez was born in June, 1917, in Cumberland, Md., to the late Ralph and Erminia Nevy. She graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park, and as a professional social worker, she assisted the poor throughout rural Allegany County in western Maryland. She moved to New York City after the Second World War, and was employed by the international division of the Westinghouse Corporation. It was there she met Frank Albetta, who was to become her husband of 67 years.

Inez and Frank raised their family in Oyster Bay, N.Y. As Frank's work required frequent and lengthy international travel, Inez was a solo parent for weeks at a time, but she was still active in Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, and her church's Christian Mothers Society.

In 1990, Inez and Frank retired to Hendersonville, where she developed many loving friendships with neighbors, art league members, and fellow parishioners at Immaculate Conception Church. She worked as a volunteer in the Immaculata Catholic School library, and sewed costumes for the annual Passion plays. She and Frank were avid travelers and made many visits to Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Germany, Mexico, and Costa Rica. Inez was also a skilled and prolific oil painter. Her sense of beauty and style was further reflected in her sewing projects, her garden, and her hand-crafted holiday decorations.

Inez's loving and generous spirit, devotion to family, faith, and sense of humor were rewarded with a rich, full life. She was preceded in death by her brother, Aldo Nevy, and her sister Viola Nevy Orsinger. She is survived by her husband Frank, her son Frank, Jr. and daughter-in-law Kathryn Newton of Chapel Hill, daughter Christine of Longmont, Colo., daughter Gloria and son-in-law Frank Fabens of Seattle, Wash., and sister, Florence Nevy Lander of Dayton, Ohio. She also leaves behind four grandsons, one granddaughter and many nieces and nephews.

A funeral mass will be held at Immaculate Conception Church at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 27, 2013, at with a reception lunch immediately following. Inez will be laid to rest at the Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Black Mountain.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Four Seasons Hospice, 571 South Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731. Inez's family members extend their thanks to the staffs of Four Seasons Hospice and of Spring Arbor West, who provided loving care for our wife and mother for almost two years.

Jackson Funeral Service is assisting the family.

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Judy Beddingfield Sinyard Wright, 65

Judy Beddingfield Sinyard Wright, 65, of Hendersonville passed away Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2013, suddenly at her home.

She was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County and was preceded in death by her first husband, Sam Sinyard, her parents, Zeb and Lucy Rhodes Beddingfield and a grandson, Sgt. Stephen Matthew Baynard.
She retired from Wilsonart after 20 years.

She is survived by her loving husband of four years KW Wright; three daughters, Cheryl
Baynard and her husband Randall of Naples,  Cheree Tallant and her husband Mat of Mountain Home and Kristan Marie Carmonne and husband John of Maryland; a son, Kenneth Bradley Wright of Arden; a brother, Jimmy Beddingfield and his wife Linda of Dana; a sister, Jerry Myers and her husband Harrell of Naples; seven grandchildren, five great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20, 2013 at Upward Baptist Church with Rev. Paul Chandler and Rev. Dan Blackwell officiating. Burial will follow at Dana Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday night from 6 to 8 p.m. at Jackson Funeral Service 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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June King Edney Stepp

Mrs. June King Edney Stepp, 91, of Hendersonville passed away Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013, at Elizabeth House.

Mrs. Stepp was born July 13, 1922, to Henry Grady Edney and Minnie Leigh Waters Edney. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Eugene "PawPaw" Stepp; three sons: Ronnie Kershaw, Ricky Stepp, and Boe Stepp; and three brothers: Dwight, Kermit, and Grady.

Mrs. Stepp is survived by her sister, Mildred Lyda; five children: Karl D. Kershaw and wife, Junko, Kathy McDonald and husband, Chuck, Jeannie Pistilli, Ruthie Stepp Harrison, Tammy Jackson and husband, John, Patty Miller and husband, Gene; 17 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren.

The family expresses their deepest gratitude and love to Charlene and Roy King for their love and care of their "Nanny." The family also thanks Brenda Cairnes and her family for their love and support.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Four Seasons Compassion For Life, 571 South Allen Rd., Flat Rock, NC 28731 to show appreciation for their support and care.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19, 2013, at King's Grove Baptist Church. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 until 2 p.m. Thursday at the church.

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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James "Jim" Davidson, 85

Mr. James "Jim" Davidson, 85, a native of Hendersonville, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013, at 6:46 p.m.

Jim was born to the late Jesse and Gertie Davidson on Aug. 2, 1928. He was the youngest and last remaining sibling of seven brothers and sisters. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during the Korean War. He enjoyed the outdoors, reading and most of all, riding his tractor. He will be truly missed. Jim was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Mary.

Jim is survived by two children: Mike Davidson, Kathy Rhodes and husband, Michael; two grandchildren: Bradley Rhodes and wife, Ernesta, Justin Davidson and wife, Melissa; and two great-grandchildren: Caselyhn and Braeden Rhodes.

The family wishes to thank all of those who cared for him during the past three months. We express special appreciation to the caregivers at Elizabeth House for not only taking good care of him, but also good care of our family.

A graveside funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2013, at Pleasant Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends before and after the services in Jim's home.

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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Victoria Case, 59

Victoria Case, 59, of Hendersonville and Palm Springs, Calif., passed away Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home will announce the arrangements.

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William "Bill" W. Vogt

Mr. William "Bill" W. Vogt, 92, of Hendersonville died Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013.

Bill was a member of Fletcher Seventh Day Adventist Church and the Ralph Workman's Sabbath School Class. He was retired from Review & Herald Publishing Association in Hagerstown, Md., with 42 years of service. Bill enjoyed traveling, working on the lawn and flowers, and volunteered for Park Ridge Hospital. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers, John Floyd, Carl, and Robert.

Mr. Vogt is survived by his wife of 70 years, June Vogt, sisters, Pauline Templeman of Hendersonville, Shirley Schmachtenberg and husband, Dick of Leonardtown, Md., and a host of nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to It Is Written Television, Box O, Thousand Oaks, CA 91359.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2013, at Thos. Shepherd's Church Street Chapel. Burial will follow at Shepherd Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

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

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Marcella Nicholls Fedor

Marcella Nicholls Fedor, 88, of Hendersonville died Wednesday Dec. 11, 2013, at the Elizabeth House.

A native of Iron Mountain, Mich., Marcella, the eldest daughter of their five children was born Jan. 27, 1925 to the late Walter Henry and Florida Poitrus Nicholls. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her step-father, Guy Young; her husband, Andrew Joseph Fedor; her son, Stephen Robert Fedor; and her brother, Alfred Nicholls.

Marcella was a 1943 graduate of Kingsford High School in Kingsford, Mich.. Upon graduation from high school she moved to Chicago to work as a supervisor for Illinois Bell Telephone Company until her marriage to Andrew in 1949.

She was a member of St. Francis Xavier Church in LaGrange, Ill., and was involved in the Altar Flower Arrangements, member of the Women's Book Club, worked as the school librarian and was a Girl Scout Leader. While living in LaGrange she was a member of the LaGrange Rose Garden Society, the Village Field Club. After coming to Hendersonville, she was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, the Women's guild, Hendersonville Country Club as well as an active member of the Henderson County Diabetes Coalition.

She is survived by son, Andrew John Fedor of Hendersonville; her daughters, Patricia Ann Sortwell and her husband, Christopher of Texas, Pamela Jo Ann Fedor of Hendersonville; two grandchildren, Laura Elizabeth Sortwell and Michael T. Sortwell both of Texas; her brothers, Robert S. Nicholls and his wife, "Dolly", Walter J. Nicholls and his wife, Vivian of California; her sisters, Glada A. Longpre and her husband, Merrill of Colorado, JoAnne M. Conery of Wisconsin; her sister-in-law, Carol Nicholls of Illinois; and many nieces and nephews.

She was a devoted, loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister-in-law and friend. She will be truly missed by all that knew and loved her. She and her husband Andrew enhanced the lives of many families when they resided in LaGrange, IL as well as in Hendersonville.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2013, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with Fr. Martin Schratz celebrating. Entombment will follow at Shepherd Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Diabetes Society Foundation for Research and Treatment, www.diabetes.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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James Ray Extine "Penland"

ETOWAH — Mr. James Ray Extine "Penland", 57, of Etowah has died.

Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors will announce arrangements.

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James C. "Red" Peace, 91

James C. "Red" Peace, 91, of Hendersonville went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Saturday, Dec.14, 2013.

He was a native of Henderson County and a son of the late Luther and Ida Capps Peace. He was also preceded in death by his wife Lorie"Marie" Kirkpatrick Peace; great-nephews, Eric and Matthew Mahaffey; three sisters and two brothers.

Mr. Peace served in the U.S. Army during WWII and was employed by and retired from Kimberly Clark. He was a member of Hoopers Creek Baptist Church.

Survivors include his three nieces and caregivers, Diane Mahaffey and husband Donnie, and their children, Michael Mahaffey and wife Jessica, Lyndsay and Elysabeth Mahaffey, Debbie Garren and husband David, and son Chandler Garren, Patricia Brown and husband Steven; and many more nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, 2013, at Hoopers Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Phillip Youngblood officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. At other times the family will receive friends at the home of Lewis and Nola Franklin, Hoopers Creek Rd, Fletcher.

Memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Rd. Flat Rock, NC 28731.

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

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

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Jack Thomas Crisp, 73

Jack Thomas Crisp, 73, of Mills River went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, Dec. 9, 2013, following a brief illness.

Jack was born in Henderson County on April 1, 1940, to the late Virgil Brisco and Opal Case Crisp. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Phyllis Holcomb and Debbie Biggs.

Jack was a lifelong resident of Henderson County, making his home for 51 years in the Mills River community. He was retired from Arkansas Best Freight (ABF) of Fletcher, where he worked for 21 years as an over the road driver. He drove more than two million miles, accident free.

Jack was an active member of Mills River United Methodist Church and a Mills River Community Development board member. He worked countless hours in refurbishing the Mills River Community Building. He loved to work in the garden and on his lawn. His pride and joy were his six grandchildren, and he supported them in their various activities and pursuits. He adored his wife, children and grandchildren. To know him, was to love him.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Myra Barnett Crisp; three children, Pete Crisp of Fenton, Mich., Kathy Clark and her husband, Tim of Asheville, and Deron Crisp and his wife, Vickie of Mills River; six grandchildren Kyle Crisp, Logan Crisp, Rebecca Clark, Bailey Clark, Brittany Crisp and Cameron Crisp; two siblings, Donna Dycus and Rick Crisp of Hendersonville; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

A celebration of his life is planned for noon on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013, at Mills River United Methodist Church with the Reverends Ashley Crowder Stanley, Paige Ann Miller, and Paul B Thompson officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service in the church fellowship hall.

Memorial gifts may be made to the Mills River United Methodist Men, (for the Catastrophic Medical Expense Fund), 137 Old Turnpike Road, Mills River, NC 28759.

To sign the online register book, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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David Carter Arledge

David Carter Arledge, 62, of Hendersonville entered into the open arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus the Christ on Dec. 10, 2013, surrounded by his family.

A graveside funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 13, 2013, at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Hendersonville. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at First United Methodist Church of Hendersonville.

Arledge was a native of Shelby, born Aug. 9, 1951 and attended Shelby City Schools. He attended Brevard College, earned an Undergraduate Masters at Appalachian State University, earned a Masters of Divinity from Emory University-Candler School of Theology.

David worked with Henderson County Schools, AB Tech and served the last 5 years as a Methodist minister at Moore's Chapel United Methodist Church, Charlotte.

Mr. Arledge was preceded in death by his parents, Harold Sr. and Wanda Arledge of Shelby;

grandparents Fred and Louise Arledge of Saluda; and nephew, Eric Paul Arledge of Georgia.

Mr. Arledge is survived by wife, Faye Arledge; sons, Isaac and wife Lauren Arledge and Nathan Arledge; grandchildren Samantha, Corinne, Alyssa, and baby boy Arledge to be; brother, Harold Arledge Jr. and wife Sherry of Brunswick Ga.; sister, Susan Arledge Bridges and husband Frank of Weddington; nephews Aaron Arledge and wife Angela of Monroe Ga., Zack Bridges and wife Jennifer of Charlotte; and niece Katherine Bridges Maness and husband Nathan of Charlotte; sisters-in-law, Paula and Curtis Fagan of Denton, Barbara and Charles Haid of Denton; nephew, Chris and Denise Gallimore, and niece, Della and Matt Swider.

To carry on David's passion for the ministry and mission of God as directed through the scriptures, the family asks that in lieu of flowers please make donations for the life and missions of Moore's Chapel United Methodist Church, 10601 Moores Chapel Road, Charlotte, NC 28214.

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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Eleanor H. Schwartz, 91

Eleanor H. Schwartz, 91, of Brevard passed away Monday, Dec. 9, 2013 at Brian Center Health & Rehabilitation.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Ada Dalton Rudisail

ETOWAH — Mrs. Ada Dalton Rudisail, 90, of Etowah passed away on Monday, Dec. 9, 2013, at Elizabeth House after a short illness.

Mrs. Rudisail was the daughter of the late Eli Jerome Dalton and Harriet Allison Dalton. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Howard "Jack" Rudisail, and 13 brothers and sisters.

Ada retired from Olin in the early 1980s after a lifetime of working there. She was always a worker whether it was at Olin, in her garden or her flower beds.

Mrs. Rudisail is survived by her sister, Opal Parkinson; her daughter, Phyllis FitzSimons and her husband, Dunkin; son, Jack Rudisail; grandchildren, Allison Finlay and her husband, Kevin, Patrick FitzSimons and his wife, Sarah; great-granddaughter, Clara Finlay; and several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at the Bridge at Lake Pointe Landing for their wonderful care during the last two and a half years of her life, and to the caring staff of Four Seasons Elizabeth House for their support of us all during her last days and the "lunch bunch" for their love and companionship.

A funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2013, at Thos. Shepherd's Church Street Chapel. Burial will follow at Shepherd Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Etowah Baptist Church, P.O. Box 326, Etowah, NC 28729 or to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 South Allen Rd., 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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Edward Wolff

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC — Edward Wolff, 90, of North Charleston, S.C., formerly of Dana, N.C., died Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013.

A graveside memorial service will be held at 20 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, 2013, at Dana United Methodist Church.

A native of Clifton, N.J., Mr. Wolff was the son of Charles and Francis Hathaway Wolff. Mr. Wolff was a veteran of the United States Air Corp in the Pacific Theater during World War II, and served as an aircraft mechanic on several atolls including Okinawa. Mr. Wolff was employed as a machinist for the Curtis Wright Corp for over twenty- five years.

Mr. Wolff was a member of Dana United Methodist Church and assisted with church maintenance. He enjoyed fishing, hiking, wood working and watching baseball. Mr. Wolff also volunteered at Holmes State Forest during his retirement.

Mr. Wolff was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Winifred Wolff and four brothers, Charles, Russell, Howard, and George, and a stepson, Daniel J. Sabel.

Mr. Wolff is survived by his son, Thomas E. Wolff, daughter-in-law, Lillian Genander, nieces, Cindy Wolff, Barbara Garth, Jean Hebrank, and Alice Lull, two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends at the church following the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the North Carolina Forest 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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Myrtle Livingston, 93

Myrtle Livingston, 93, of Fletcher died Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, at the Elizabeth House after a long period of declining health.

A native and lifelong resident of Henderson County, she was the daughter of the late Will and Lula Drake Glaspy. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Claude Livingston; two sons, Guy Livingston and wife, Clara, Weldon Livingston and wife, Chevie; two sisters, Florence Howell, Maude Soles; four brothers, Floyd, Mack, Bobby, and Walter Glaspy.

She retired from Cranston Print Works after working for many years as a fabric inspector and also assisted with operating a family farm. She was a devout Christian, a loving grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt; she was a member of Fletcher First Baptist Church.

She is survived by four grandsons, Rick Livingston and his wife, Brenda of Mills River, Gary Livingston and his wife, Pam of Mills River, Marty Livingston and his wife, Brandi of Fletcher, Doug Livingston of Hendersonville; great-grandchildren, Jason Livingston and his wife, Kelda, Andrew, Lynsey, Madison, and Micah Livingston; several nieces and nephews, along with many friends.

The family would especially like to thank very special friends, Margaret Reed, Vickie and Francis Wilder, and Gary and Gale Wilkie for all of their assistance and care.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9, 2013, at Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors, and at other times at the home on Livingston Road. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013, at Shepherd Memorial Park with Reverend Robbie Glaspy officiating.

She will be missed in her flower gardens on Earth, but we know she will be helping in Heaven's flower gardens. We love you Maw Maw.

Flowers are welcome, or memorial donations may be made to Four Seasons Elizabeth House, 581 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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James "JD" Donalson Pearce, 93

James "JD" Donalson Pearce, 93, of Hendersonville quietly passed away on Friday, Dec. 6, 2013, at the Elizabeth House.

He was born in Atlanta on Dec. 4, 1920, to the late Henry and Lorna Pearce. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Jean; and his son Bruce Pearce.

Jim's early years were typical, Boy Scouts, athletics and work. His drive for education led him to Georgia Tech where he was enrolled in the School of Engineering. When World War II broke out, Jim volunteered for the "Silent Service" submarines. With his engineering background, "JD" was assigned to the USS Sea Cat, a fleet submarine based in Pearl Harbor as the Engineering Officer. He completed three combat cruises to the Far East. Following the war, Jim returned to Georgia Tech and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering.

Prior to his retirement, Jim was a quick learner and with his engaging personality he was successful in numerous positions which included the manufacturing industry, oil distribution, as well as a stock broker and constructing custom homes.

Jim led a full life; he enjoyed his family, friends, picnics, lake trips and Angel flights with his son, Jimmy. He enjoyed playing countless rounds of golf with his wife, Jean. He was instrumental in the formation of Boy Scout Troop 616. He was an active Rotarian for more than 40 years in the Hendersonville Club. He had a wonderful sense of humor and had an endless repertoire of jokes. He wrote many poems about life, family, pets and events. He will be missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his daughter, Dianne Carson and her husband, Charles of Simpsonville, S.C.; his two sons, Bill Pearce and his wife, Jody of Hendersonville, Jimmy Pearce and his wife, Gail of Hendersonville; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013, at Thos. Shepherd's Church Street Chapel.

The family would like to thank the great staff at Pine Park and Four Seasons Hospice for the care they gave Jim during his last few months.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Pine Park's Employee Christmas Fund, 2601 Chimney Rock Road, 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 "Ed" Johnson III, 74

Thomas "Ed" Johnson III, 74, of Hendersonville passed away, Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, at his home.

Ed was born Feb. 10, 1939 in Winston-Salem to Thomas Edward Johnson Jr. and Elizabeth Snyder Johnson, who preceded him in death.

A lifelong Moravian, he was a member of Trinity Moravian church in Winston-Salem.

Ed was an excellent piano player, who entertained all with his ability to play by ear and who knew endless amounts of songs by heart. He was a caring husband, father and grandfather and was loved by all.

Ed is survived by his wife of 43 years, Elaine Johnson; a son Charles Edward Johnson of Winston-Salem; and a daughter Susan Johnson Toole and her husband Greg of Asheville; one granddaughter Laney Toole; his two brothers Phil Johnson of Winston-Salem and Bob Johnson of Statesville; and many other aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

A private burial will be held at Calvary Churchyard. A memorial service will be held in the Clubhouse at Heritage Hills at a later date.

Memorials may be made to Trinity Moravian Church, 220 E. Sprague St., Winston-Salem, NC 27127.

To sign an online guest book, visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Kenneth Barton Hysong

Kenneth Barton Hysong, 97, died Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013 at his residence.

He was born Jan. 8, 1916, son of the late Charles Edward and Gladys McGowen Hysong. He was preceded in death by his brother, William, and one son, Chuck Hysong, as well as his beloved wife, Sarah Estelle Turner Hysong.

Ken was a leader, excelling academically as well on the football field. Cdr. Hysong graduated from high school in Los Angeles, Calif. After a year of military prep school he received an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy. He was a three year starting tackle on the Navy football team, and graduated with the Class of 1939.

Cdr. Hysong was in the South Pacific when World War II began. He spent the entire war in the S. Pacific on various Naval vessels including the USS Nashville that served as the Flagship for General McArthur.

After retiring from the Navy in 1960, Ken and Estelle relocated to Hendersonville where her parents had retired previously. Ken began a second career as a math teacher at HHS and EHHS. He had a profound influence on many of his students. In retirement, Ken enjoyed serving in his church and IAM, as well as playing golf, gardening and tutoring math students.

He is survived by two sons, Jim Hysong (Page) of Hendersonville, John Hysong (Lynda) of Brevard; two daughters, Joan Hysong of Hendersonville, Susan Hysong Gilks (Ron) of Dallas, Texas; 12 grandchildren, Jed Hysong, Ken Hysong (Sarah), Daniel Hysong (Heidi), Julie Hysong Lonon (Josh), Lauren Hysong Beane (Cody), Robert Hysong, Chris Erickson, Ben Hysong, Sarah Hysong, Clacy Hysong, Sarah Gilks, and Jessi Gilks; twelve great-grandchildren, Miller and Helena Hysong, Philip,Blake and Joshua Hysong, Alex and Charlie Lonon, Zach Hysong, Alex Hysong, Dillinger Fletcher, Tenleigh Van Boxtel, and Stella Erickson; and two nieces, Barbara Hysong Dohrmann and Pat Hysong Maisch.

A memorial service with be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, at Thos. Shepherd's Church Street Chapel with the Reverend William Carpenter officiating. A reception will be held in the South Room of the funeral home immediately following the service. A private burial will be held in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, at 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, N.C. 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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