Reatha Davis Lyda, 56

Reatha Davis Lyda, 56, of Hendersonville went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2013.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank Daniel "Dan" Sr. and Ibera Whitlock Davis and a son, Jacob Lyda.

She is survived by her loving husband of 27 years, Duane Lyda; two sisters, Debra Harrison (Billy) and Joan White (Edward) both of Greenville, S.C.; a brother, Frank Daniel "Danny" Davis Jr. of Greenville, S.C., and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. at St. Andrews Anglican Church, 4259 Chimney Rock Road (traveling from Hendersonville on 64 East it will be on the left between Old Orchard Road and Hog Rock Road). A graveside service will follow at St. Paul's Community Cemetery in Edneyville.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to SOFT, 2982 South Union St., Rochester, NY 14624 or to Suzies Closet, Attn: Care Partners, PO Box 25338, Asheville, NC 28813.

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

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Paul M. Kintner, Sr., PhD, 94

Paul M. Kintner, Sr., PhD, 94, of Carolina Village in Hendersonville died Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013, at Carolina Village Medical Center.

Dr. Kintner graduated from the University of Kentucky in electrical engineering and was briefly employed by General Electric Company until World War II began. He joined the Army and proudly served for 4½ years. After his military service, he attended the University of Illinois, attaining an advanced degree in electrical engineering.

He then joined a project at the University constructing one of the first of the modern electronic computers; he assisted in its design and was in charge of its technical operation after being delivered to the Aberdeen Proving Ground. Eventually joining the Cutler-Hammer Corporation, later a division of Eaton Corporation, Dr. Kintner spent most of his career specializing in the application of computer techniques to industrial control. He holds a number of patents in the field and wrote one of the early books on the subject.

Dr. Kintner was an avid amateur musician, playing the viola in numerous chamber groups as well as community orchestras, including the Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra for more than 10 years. He was a member of the Unitarian Church.

He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Vivian Marie Kintner of Hendersonville; two sons, Douglas Kintner of Sun Prairie, WI and Christopher Kintner of Del Mar, CA; one daughter, Victoria Griswold of Indianapolis, IN; three brothers, James Kintner, George Kintner and Robert Kintner; eight grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Paul M. Kintner, Jr. and three sisters, Dorothy Kintner, Margaret Anderson and Frances Boozer

A memorial concert will be performed in Dr. Kintner's honor by the Vega String Quartet (quartet in residence at Emory University) at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014, at the Village Hall, 600 Carolina Village Rd., Hendersonville. The event is free and open to the public.

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

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Barbara Houck McFadden

Barbara Houck McFadden, 80, of Hendersonville passed away on Friday, Nov. 29, 2013.

Mrs. McFadden was born and grew up in Dearborn, Mich., the daughter of Jesse Houck and Linda Martin Houck. She worked for several years in the automotive industry as an Executive Secretary for the Ford Motor Company. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Doug, and her beloved husband of 50 years, Walt.

Mrs. McFadden moved to Hendersonville in 1978 from Kalamazoo, Mich., when her husband was transferred here to manage a plant start-up for Eaton Corporation. After moving to Hendersonville, she worked for many years for the law firm of James H. Toms, and enjoyed her fellow employees and meeting so many new people. She was especially fond of her employer, Jim Toms and his family, from whom she learned so much about her new location and the city of Hendersonville.

She was a member of First Congregational Church and Pardee Hospital Auxiliary. She and her husband enjoyed golf and traveling; they were especially fond of Italy.

Mrs. McFadden is survived by two children, Sue McFadden Fetherston of Atlanta, Ga., and Michael McFadden of Hendersonville, and three grandchildren, Dylan and Marie Fetherston and Parker McFadden. She is also survived by two nephews, John Bailey and his wife, Sharon, and Jeff Bailey, and their families, and a very special niece, Judy Bailey and her husband, Michael Lund, and their family. Her nephew, Jim, the oldest of the four Bailey children, passed away in February 2011. He is survived by his wife, Chris, and their family.

She requested that no service be held and that family, friends, and acquaintances remember her for the loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend that she was. In keeping with her wishes, the family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, at Thos. Shepherd & Sons Funeral Directors.

Memorial gifts may be made to The ALS Association, DC/MD/VA Chapter, 7507 Standish Place, Rockville, MD 20855, to honor the loving care she and her children provided to her husband and their father while he battled Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS), which took his life in 2005. To date, medical science knows little about the cause and has not found a means of prevention or a cure for this disease.

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

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DeLynn "Dee" S. Blackwell, 51

DeLynn "Dee" S. Blackwell, 51, of Hendersonville passed away, Friday, Nov. 29, 2013.

She was a native of Henderson County and the daughter of Mary Murray and the late Sherman Daves.

Survivors include her mother Mary Murray; daughter, Miranda Williams and husband David; son, Daniel Blackwell and wife Katisha; grandchildren, Noah and Shelby Williams, Mason and Kaylee Blackwell; sisters, Constance Fisher, Melody Cobb and Angela Henderson; brothers, Randall and Robert Daves; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013 in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home with Rev. Dan Blackwell officiating.

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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Eugene "Gene" McCormic, 84

Eugene "Gene" McCormic, 84, of Hendersonville passed away suddenly on Friday, Nov. 29, 2013, at Pardee Hospital.

Born in Nebraska City, Neb., he was the son of the late William and Lillian McCormic. He was also preceded in death by his two previous wives, Dorothy McCormic and Georgia McCormic, and by his brother, John McCormic.

Mr. McCormic retired from the US Army in 1969, having served in both the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. He was a computer specialist for Foster Grant, retiring in 1980. He had lived in Hendersonville for 15 years. Gene served his community as a Gideon, a member of the American Legion, the VFW, and as a Freemason. He received several awards for community service in both Florida and North Carolina. He enjoyed reading, sharpshooting and traveling.

Mr. McCormic is survived by his wife, Barbara McCormic of Hendersonville; his son, Michael McCormic and wife, Karen, of Massachusetts; four daughters, Marcella Smith and husband, William, of New York, Rebecca Connolly of North Carolina, Christine McCormic of New York, and Jennifer Dwyer and husband, Kenneth, of Colorado; four stepchildren, Diane Dewar of Nevada, James Dewar and wife, Kim, of Maryland, Holly Dewar of Nevada, and Michael Dewar of New Hampshire; eleven grandchildren; and bunches of great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, in the Kirby Memorial Chapel of Shuler Funeral Home. Pastor Roy Perry will officiate. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 2 – 4 p.m. prior to the service 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.

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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Noeleen "Eithne" Bridget Muir, 72

Noeleen "Eithne" Bridget Muir, 72, of Hendersonville passed away Friday, Nov. 29, 2013 at the Elizabeth House.

She was a native of Dublin, Ireland and a resident of Henderson County for the last 35 years.

Mrs. Muir was a daughter of the late Martin and Kathleen Kavanagh and was also preceded in death by her brother, Seán Kavanagh.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church and was very proud of becoming a U.S. citizen in 2010 and of exercising her right to vote.

Eithne is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Francis Muir; son, Russell Muir and his wife Priscilla of Arden; daughter, Carolyn Siepert and her husband Chris of Sugar Hill, Ga.; grandchildren, Abigail Muir, Sean Siepert and Ryan Siepert; sisters, Nuala Quinn and Maureen Colvin; and many nieces and nephews.

A mass will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, in the Chapel of Our Lady of the Angels of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731 or to ovariancancer.org.

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

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Catherine Campbell Cottrell Danos, 70

Catherine Campbell Cottrell Danos, 70, died of natural causes on Nov. 25, 2013 in Hendersonville where she has resided her last several years.

She was born on March 5, 1943, in Baton Rouge, La., to Catherine Campbell and Robert William Cottrell.

She is survived by her former husband, E. Joseph Danos, and four children, Catherine Campbell (Katy) Danos of New Orleans, Eugenie Elizabeth (Gigi) Kessenich of Charlotte, Suzanne Jaime Danos of New York City, and Robert William and Susan King Danos of Hendersonville. She had six grand children who were the light of her life. Leah Catherine, Hannah Elise and Alden Elizabeth Kessenich, and Caroline Marie, Elizabeth Eugenie and Henry Spencer Danos. She is also survived by her brother, William Noah Cottrell, and two beloved first cousins, Walter Thomas Gamard and Elizabeth Gamard Schnieders all of New Orleans.

She was a dancer in the New York City Ballet under the direction of George Balanchine and she founded a classical ballet school in Thibodaux, La., where she taught for many years. Instilling children with a love of the arts was her passion. She was a noted interior designer in New Orleans and Connecticut, before retiring to North Carolina.

The family is immensely grateful to the staff at Cherry Springs Assisted Living and especially, Velma Waters, a dear friend.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Flat Rock Playhouse Youth Theatre where she watched her grandchildren grow, 2661 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock, NC 28731.

A private burial in New Orleans will be held at a later date.

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DeLynn "Dee" Blackwell, 51

DeLynn "Dee" Blackwell, 51, of Hendersonville passed away Friday, Nov. 29, 2013.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home will announce the arrangements.

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Everett L. Marley, 92

Everett L. Marley, 92, longtime resident of Hendersonville, died Thursday, Nov. 28,2013, in Lexington, S.C.

He was a former pastor of Columbia Seventh-day Adventist Church.

No local services will be held.

To sign an online guest book or send a sympathy card, visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Noeleen "Eithna" Bridget Muir, 72

Noeleen "Eithna" Bridget Muir, 72, of Hendersonville passed away Friday, Nov. 29, 2013.

Shuler Funeral Home will announce the arrangements.

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David L. Long, 59

David L. Long, 59, of Hendersonville died Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013, at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill, following a lengthy illness.

Surviving are his wife of 19 years, Darcy Long; daughter, Georgia Long; sister, Judy Durham and husband, Rev. James Durham of Muskogee, Okla.; nephew, Greg Hudgins and wife Leah Chang of Raleigh; niece, Wendy Hudgins Smith; and great-niece, Winter Hudgins.

A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 29, 2013, at Upward Christian Fellowship. Pastor Anthony Craver will officiate.

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

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Spurgeon Talmadge Ballard, Jr.

ZIRCONIA — Spurgeon Talmadge Ballard, Jr., 75, of Zirconia went home to be with the Lord Nov. 25, 2013.

He was born on April 22, 1938, to the late Spurgeon T. Ballard, Sr. and Arrie Capps Ballard. He was also preceded in death by his son, Zeb Talmadge Ballard, a brother, Tommy Ballard and a sister, Bertha Mae Capps.

He was a farmer and loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing. He loved to watch the Atlanta Braves and was of the Baptist Faith.

He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Rachel Ballard; his daughter, Vicky Mazalic and her husband, Frank; his grandson, Brandon Lane Mazalic; four sisters, Louise Gilliam, Lex King, Ann Hill and Mable Shipman; and many nieces and nephews.

He was devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend. He will be truly missed by all that knew and loved him.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 29, 2013, at Thos. Shepherd's Church Street Chapel with Dr. R. Larry Appleby and Rev. Bobby Capps officiating. Burial will follow at Bobs Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends beginning one hour prior to the service.

A online register book is available online 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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George Martin Hill, 95

George Martin Hill, 95, of Hendersonville passed away Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Minnie Hill of Rutherfordton, nine brothers and sisters and his wife, Chloe Burnett Hill.

He is survived by his daughter, Birdie (Mac) McLaughlin; granddaughter, Lisa McLaughlin (Lee) Lohr; grandson, Steven (Michelle) McLaughlin; seven great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and special friends/ caregivers, Carolyn and Marshall Blanton who were embraced by Mr. Hill as family.

Martin Hill was a US Army Veteran of World War II deployed in the Pacific and Europe.
He was involved in business with Hill's Hardware, was owner of Hill's Tractor Co. of Rutherfordton and spent many years in agriculture construction throughout the United States.

Mr. Hill was known for his integrity, family loyalty and his willingness to help others. He could be depended upon to persevere, even in his struggle with health ailments during his last few years of life.

No formal services have been planned.

Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.

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Joan Humphrey Hursey

Joan Humphrey Hursey, 63, died Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013, at Cardinal Care Center in Hendersonville.

She was born in Dillon, S.C., on Aug. 11, 1950, to the late Frank Humphrey Hursey and Mary Angela Moore Hursey. She was predeceased by her brother-in-law, Bill Tolar. She is also a former resident of Bennettsville, S.C., and Columbia, S.C.

Joan is survived by her brother, Frank Hursey and wife, Nancy, of West Hartford, Conn.; sisters, Jane Tolar of Columbia, S.C., and Judy Turner and husband, Jim of Flat Rock. She is also survived by nieces and nephews, Angela (Tolar) Hadjin and husband Tom of Exton, Pa.; William Tolar and wife Beth of Irmo, S.C.; Lynfield Tolar and wife Kim of Columbia, S.C.; Jeffrey Tolar and wife Merri Christy of Irmo, S.C.; Tracey (Turner) Parker and husband Bill of Hendersonville; Beth (Turner) Ching and husband Billy of Atlanta; Jamie Turner and wife Brittany of Biltmore Lake; Kristin (Hursey) Leary and husband Dennis of St. Petersburg, Fla.,; Heidi (Hursey) Urban and husband Peter of West Hartford, Conn.; Jon Hursey of West Hartford, Conn.; and 22 great nieces and great nephews.

Joan's family always considered her a gift from God and felt so blessed to have had her for as long as they did. They will treasure their memories of her humorous antics and feel enriched for having known and loved her.

A funeral Mass will be held at St. Louis Catholic Church, Dillon, S.C., at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2013, with interment at Riverside Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Western NC Down Syndrome Alliance, P.O. Box 421, Weaverville, NC 28787.

The family would like to thank the staff at Cardinal Care for the extraordinary care and compassion shown to Joanie during her stay with them. They would also like to thank the residents for all of their love and kindness.

A register book is available online 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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Griffin Wyatt Anglin

Griffin Wyatt Anglin, infant son of Eric and Rebecca Wardrup Anglin of Hendersonville, passed away Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013, at Mission Hospital.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Sharon Wardrup.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brothers, Gavin and Jacob, of the home; maternal grandfather, Jeff Wardrup, Sr.; paternal grandmother, Sandra Porthyress; paternal grandfather, Edward Anglin and Mamaw, Betty Anglin; paternal great-grandparents, Kenneth and Gail Anglin, Jr.; aunts, Stephanie Wardrup, Wendy Bruce, and Stephanie Constance; and uncle, Jeff Wardrup, Jr.

A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2013, in the Chapel of Shuler Funeral Home with the Rev. James Maybin officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Western North Carolina Down Syndrome Association, PO Box 421, Weaverville, North Carolina 28787 or at www.wncdsa.org.

To sign an online register book or send a condolence card, visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Erica Rommel, 92

Erica Rommel, 92, of Hendersonville died on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013, at The Elizabeth House.

A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2013, in the chapel at Forest Lawn Funeral Home.

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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Bernice Lancaster Pryor

Bernice Lancaster Pryor died Nov. 21, 2013, at the Elizabeth House, four days prior to her 98th birthday.

She was born in Henderson County, the daughter of the late Virgil Roscoe and Nora Lee Marlow Lancaster.

She was married to Freeman Pryor in 1939 and they had been married for 69 years when he died in June 2008.

Mrs. Pryor is survived by four children, Carolyn (Arnold) Kohn, Gary (Cheri) Pryor, Marie Story and Joan (Mark) Stibitz. Mrs. Pryor is also survived by five grandchildren: David (April) Pryor, Donnie (Kaine) Story, Denise Pryor (Matt) King, Rachel Kohn (Steven) Simmons, and Adam (Linda) Pryor. She is also the great-grandmother to 10.

Mrs. Pryor is also survived by one sister, Betty Holmes and three brothers, Herman, Jim and George Lancaster. She is predeceased by one sister, Sue Price and five brothers, Paul, Ernest, Horace, Roscoe, and Guy Lancaster.

As a younger woman, Mrs. Pryor was active in her community as a member of the Bearwallow Community Club and the Auxiliary of the Edneyville Volunteer Fire Department. She was also a founding member of Anderson Chapel, where she taught Sunday School and planned and led Vacation Bible School.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013, in the Kirby Memorial Chapel of Shuler Funeral Home. The Rev.Scott Ross will officiate. Burial will follow at Liberty Baptist Church. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

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

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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Teresa Jane Laughter, 60

ETOWAH — Teresa Jane Laughter, 60, of Etowah passed away Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013, unexpectedly in her home.

She was the daughter of Lucille Orr Laughter and the late Claude A. Laughter of Etowah.

Teresa lived in Etowah most of her life and retired from DuPont. After her retirement, she worked in the Loving Hands Day Care Center in Etowah, where she displayed her genuine love for children. She loved the Etowah United Methodist Church where she was a member since childhood. She was a 1971 graduate of West Henderson High School.

An avid sports fan, Teresa was one of Clemson's most loyal followers. She also passionately followed North Carolina Tarheels basketball and the Atlanta Braves. She often planned her daily activities around the game.

In addition to her mother, Teresa is survived by her brother, Eric A. Laughter of Etowah, her nephew Arnie Laughter; two nieces, Katie Jane Laughter, Stacy and her husband, Justin Klepp; and great nephew Nathan Klepp; several aunts, uncles and cousins. She leaves behind her two beloved rescued chihuahuas, Tinkerbelle and Casey who were always at her side.

The family will receive friends from 2 until 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013, at the Etowah United Methodist Church. A celebration of her life will be held immediately following with Dr. Rick Auten officiating.

Teresa was especially saddened to even think any child could be hungry, so in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Fishes and Loaves, Etowah United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 1268, Etowah, NC 28729.

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

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

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Arthur M. Jackson, 82

Arthur M. Jackson, 82, of Hendersonville died Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2013, at his residence following a brief illness.

He was a native of Henderson County and resided in Hendersonville his entire life. He was the son of the late Ragon and Margie Jackson. Mr. Jackson was also preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Jackson; a daughter, Diane Haynes; and a great-grandson, Jonathan Henry.

He was the owner and operator of Arthur Jackson Plumbing for over 50 years, retiring in July of 2013. Mr. Jackson was a graduate of Dana High School and an avid sports enthusiast. He was a member of The American Legion Post #77, a lifetime member of the VFW Post #5206, and the Elks Lodge # 1616.

He is survived by a daughter, Gail Wisgo and her husband, Kenny; a son, Phillip Jackson and his wife, Jennifer; seven grandchildren, Sarah Haynes, Heather Belk, Kristen Belk, Courtney Wood, Laci Haynes, Emma Jackson, and Amber Wisgo; five great-grandchildren, Cameron Bumgardner, Adrian Wilson, Zachary Jackson, Diane Rogers, and Mikayla Forshee.\

No local services are planned.

Memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731. Guests may sign a register book at www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Patricia "Pat" G. Henderson, 71

Patricia "Pat" G. Henderson, 71, of Hendersonville passed away Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2013, after a period of declining health.

Born in Henderson County, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Learlean Gibbs. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Ronnie Gibbs.

Pat lived in Henderson County most of her life and retired from GE. She was a familiar face to many during her years at the Dixie diner and the family thanks the staff and patrons for their kindness and support. She was a longtime volunteer with Mainstay and a member of Hendersonville First Baptist Church.

Pat is survived by her husband of 52 years, Charles Richard Henderson of Hendersonville; three children, Kerry Spachman and husband, Jim, of Hendersonville; Debra Henderson of Charlotte; and Ross Henderson of Hendersonville; brothers and sisters, Lib Giza and husband, Ron, of Charleston, S.C.; Bill Gibbs and wife, Minnie Jean; Judy Walden, all of Hendersonville; Susie Miller and husband, Jim, of Charleston, S.C.; Tommy Gibbs and wife, Dorothy, of Ft. Myers, Fla.; Vickey Kline of Guthrie, Okla.; Barbara Gibbs of Tampa, Fla.; and Jeff Gibbs and wife, Julie, of Ft. Myers, Fla.; grandchildren, Jordan Berger and husband, Tyler, of Fletcher, William Totten of Winston-Salem, McKenna Spachman and Jarrett Spachman of Hendersonville; great-grandchildren, Caleb Berger of Fletcher and great-grandson due in April; and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013, in the Chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home. Entombment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park & Mausoleum. The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Friday at Forest Lawn Funeral Home.

The family wishes to offer special thanks to the staff at Regency Hospital of Greenville, SC. The family wishes to express their gratitude to Dr. James Caserio for his time, compassion and dedication.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Lung Association, 514 Daniels St., #109, Raleigh, NC 27605, and/or the COPD Foundation ( www.copdfoundation.org ) .

Words are inadequate to describe how much she will be missed. She was an amazingly generous wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and 'sisterly'.

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

Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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