Robert L. Buley, 85

Robert L. Buley, 85, of Hendersonville, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2017. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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JOAN EILEEN ONOFRIO, 86

JOAN EILEEN ONOFRIO, 86, of Hendersonville passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at The Laurels of Hendersonville Rehabilitation Center. Joan was born and raised in Lincolnshire, England. She attended the Kesteven and Sleaford School for Girls, then graduated from GPO Business School. After completing school, Joan worked for the British Postal Service for a few years before and after joining the Women’s Royal Naval Service where she was a pay writer. The Naval Service is where Joan would meet her first husband, Francis Hennessey.

For the love of travel and the Naval Service, Joan visited and eventually moved to the United States Virgin Islands. She met and married Pat Onofrio, a real estate investor. Together they owned and managed nine acres of beachfront properties, amongst other properties in the U.S.V.I. Joan would later work in sales of fine art and jewelry through her retirement in 1993.

Joan was a loyal and expert bridge player, spoke fluent French, and was an avid swimmer and tennis player. Her social affiliations included the Bridge Club, French Club, Tennis Club, and the swim group at the YMCA, all in Hendersonville. Joan was also a seamstress and made quite a number of fashionable clothes, including matching outfits for her and her daughter’s birthdays.

Joan was preceded in death by her husbands, Francis and Pat; brothers, Jack and Frank; sisters, Madge and Doreen; and nephew, Robert. Joan is survived by her eldest sister, Joyce of Lincolnshire, England; daughter, Denise of the United States Virgin Islands; nieces, Sally and Sarah; and nephews, David and Steven.

A memorial service will be held at 1 PM Saturday, July 8 at St. James Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. James Episcopal Endowment, 766 N. Main Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792.

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

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Daniel Thomas Keefauver, 63,

Daniel Thomas Keefauver, 63, of Hendersonville, NC passed away Sunday, July 2, 2017.

He was born in Maryland and was the son of Donald Keefauver of Hendersonville and the late Jean Williams Keefauver.

He graduated from Butte High School in Butte, Montana and loved being outdoors including,

camping, hiking and fishing.

He moved to Hendersonville in 2003.

Surviving in addition to his father is three children, Thad
Keefauver of Seattle, WA, Kristina Keefauver of Portland, OR and Donald
Keefauver of Seattle, WA; two brothers, Donald G. Keefauver of
Cumberland, MD and Jonathan R. Keefauver of Hendersonville, NC; three
sisters, Diane L. Keefauver of Portland, OR, Doris Lee Utter of Antioch,
CA and Sharon C. Keefauver of Flat Rock, NC; one granddaughter, Elise;
five nephews and three nieces.

A private service will be held.

Donations may be made to CarePartners Foundation, 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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Lavon Brigman Gilbert, 76,

Lavon Brigman Gilbert, 76, of the Fruitland Community passed away Sunday, July 2, 2017 after an extended illness.

She was predeceased by her best friend in the whole world, Joe
Garcia. She is also predeceased by her brothers, William B. Brigman and
Stanley Brigman; her parents, Raymond Bayles Brigman and Edith Hyder
Brigman; her paternal grandparents, William Bayles Brigman and Lucy
Stansberry Brigman and her maternal grandparents, Sylvester Hyder and
Verda Rogers Hyder.

She was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. She
was a graduate of Edneyville High School, Blanton’s Business College
and A-B Tech where she was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. She retired from
Westinghouse Electric and was an active member of the Henderson County
Curb Market for thirty plus years.

She is survived by her son, Brian B. Gilbert of Fruitland; her
daughter, Lamonda Gilbert McCraw and her husband Joel of Edneyville and
her precious grandson, McKenley McCraw of Edneyville. She is also
survived by her sister, Grace McCarson of Hendersonville and several
nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and Buford.

The family will receive friends Friday, July 7th from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the home of Lamonda and Joel McCraw.

Donations may be made to the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Building Fund or to Four Seasons Compassion For Life.

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

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Anita Sue Nicholson, 86

Anita Sue Nicholson, 86, of Etowah, died Monday, June 26, 2017 peacefully at her residence. She was born December 29th, 1930 in Cleveland Tennessee; a daughter of the late Dewey Ballard and Reba Pickett Ballard. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Evan Nicholson in 1998 and her daughter Carolyn Sue Griffin in 2016.

Both of Anita’s daughters served in the United States Navy which provided Anita the pleasure of road trips to numerous bases and wonderful adventures along the way. Anita enjoyed quilting, crosstitch, reading, cooking, gardening, along with loving her family and loving the Order of the Eastern Star. She was a lifetime member of the Order of the Eastern Star for 54 years. She was proud of her 50 year pin. Anita was well loved by her family and her many friends. She will be truly missed.

She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Jean Zugell and her husband Jeffrey Zugell of Houston, TX; and son in law Curtis Griffin; Granddaughter Christine Blackwell and her husband Jon Blackwell; Grandson Glenn Griffin; Sister Elizabeth Morrow of Belleville, MI and numerous nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday; June 29th, 2017 at Thos. Shepherd Church Street Chapel with the Reverend Brian Henderson officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Forest Cemetery in Etowah, NC.

Her family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Wednesday evening at Thos. Shepherd & Son.

With special thanks to Curtis Griffin, Dr. Elizabeth Saft, Dr. Donald Varner, the Pardee Hospital Staff. Especially Crystal with the Four Seasons Hospice Team.

In lieu of flowers, her family suggests that donations in Anita’s memory be directed to Four Seasons Hospice, 571 South Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.

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U. G. Patterson, 69

U. G. Patterson, 69, of Hendersonville, NC passed away Monday, June 26, 2017.

He is survived by three sons, Shannon Warren, David and Junior
Patterson; a daughter, Rachel Baynard and ten wonderful grand-babies.

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

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Rosa Gale Beveridge, 59

Rosa Gale Beveridge, 59, of Hendersonville, NC passed away Monday, June 26, 2017.
She was born in Paducah, KY. She was the daughter of Eunice Tackett of Florida and the late Kenneth Tackett. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Alan.
She is survived by her loving husband of 30 years, Robert Beveridge; three children, Mark and Trish Speigle and Nancy Scaggs; nine grandchildren; a brother, Burt of Kentucky; three sisters, Rebecca of Florida, Linda of Ohio and Jean of New Mexico and countless friends and relatives.
A Celebration of Gale’s Life will be held 3:00 PM Friday, June 30th at the Chapel In The Pines of Jackson Funeral Service.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the celebration in the chapel.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Angel Fund at Four Season’s Compassion For Life, 571 South Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Donald Lyda,

Donald Lyda, born May 24th, 1929 (age 88) of Hendersonville, NC passed away Saturday June 24th , 2017 after a long battle with cancer. A lifelong native of Henderson County, he was the son of Zachary Wah Lyda and Flora Ethel Barrett. He was preceded in death by all his 10 siblings; Jessie Connor, Jennie Dee Searcy, Francis Grasty, Edna Johnson, Jean Capps, Neil Cagle, Hazel Lyda, Allard Lyda, Talmadge Lyda, and Odell Lyda. He was also preceded in death by one son, Donnie Allen Lyda, and one stepson, Kenneth Morrow.

He served in the U.S. Navy during World War 2 and worked as a professional tree cutter for Murphy's Tree Service , owned by his close friend Chris "Little Boy" Murphy until he retired. He enjoyed fishing, camping, the beach, and spending time with his children and grandchildren most of all.

He is survived by his 3 children; Linda Gail Couch, Ronald Glenn Lyda, and Rhonda Lyda Epright; his daughter in law, Betty Lyda Walden and her husband Jr. Walden; 2 stepsons, Larry Morrow and Alvin Morrow; 7 grandchildren, Pepper McCraw, Anthony Bailey, Rachel Lyda, Jennifer Lyda, Dustin Lyda, Jonathan West, and Kathryn Rani James; 2 great grandchildren, Allen Cason and Chelsea Mazalic, 4 great great grandsons and 4 great great granddaughters, and long time friend Shirley Collins.

A memorial service will be held on June 29th at 2 P.M. at Ebenezer Baptist Church in the Fellowship Hall.

Jackson Funeral Service & Crematory is assisting the family.

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Carolyn Heaton Collins, 72,

Carolyn Heaton Collins, 72, of Hendersonville went home to be with the Lord Thursday, June 22, 2017 at the Brian Center after a period of declining health.
A native and lifelong resident of Henderson County, she was a daughter of the late Jody and Edna Staton Heaton. Carolyn was employed by the City of Hendersonville in the finance department for 30 years. She was a lifetime member of Tracy Grove Baptist Church. Carolyn loved life and always tried to live it to the fullest.
She is survived by her sister, Ann Heatherly, and nephew, Wayne Heatherly.
A funeral service will be held at 2pm Sunday at Tracy Grove Baptist Church with Reverend James Maybin officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
To offer online condolences, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Ronald D. Justice, 54

Ronald D. Justice, 54 of Hendersonville went to a better place very unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 14, 2017.

He was preceded in death by his parents Calvin and Edna Justice, two brothers David “Jones” Justice and Tommie Justice; and a sister Debbie Owenby.

He is survived by sister Betty Metcalf Molinas and husband Samuel and four nephews.

No funeral service is planned. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. To offer online condolences, visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com

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Larry Stephen Hyder, Sr., 72

Larry Stephen Hyder, Sr., 72 of Hendersonville, took a ride on that Golden Chariot into heaven, Wednesday, June 14, 2017, where God was waiting with open arms. He spent his last days at the Elizabeth House because of his progressive cancer. He was a native of Hendersonville and was preceded in death by his parents, Frank Hyder and Margaret H. Bagwell; grandparents, Belvin and Lack Hyder; uncle, Roy Davis; and sister, Alisa Clark.
He was a 1963 graduate of Hendersonville High School, and Gastonia Tech in 1965 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. After graduating, he worked for Ecusta in the Engineering Dept. Later he moved his family to Greenville, SC, where he opened his own business, National Technical Services. He moved back to NC in the 90’s. He was of the Baptist faith. You would often see him giving a homeless man money for food while witnessing to them. His passion was classic cars and his pride was his 1980 white Corvette with a blower sticking out of the hood. He was often seen at car shows.
He is survived by his beloved wife and best friend, Patricia; his three loving sons, Larry Hyder, Jr., LaShannon Hyder and Landon Hyder; stepdaughter, Rosa Loftis, whom he loved as his own daughter; stepsons, Chris and Jordon Loftis; grandchildren Zachary Hyder (Sarah), and Emily Hyder; great-granddaughter on the way; his 99 year old aunt, Faye Davis, who loved and spoiled him; two brothers, Frank “Ronnie” Hyder (Janice) and Danny Hyder (Shirley); and two sisters, Scottie Harris (Lonnie) and Melva Stepp; and nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A funeral service will be at 2:00pm Sunday, June 18, 2017 in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. John Weathers. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the chapel from 1-2pm.
Please visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com for online condolences.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Frederick W Cox, Jr

Frederick W Cox, Jr., a resident of Hendersonville, NC for 11 years, passed away Saturday, June 10, at the age of 80. Fred and his wife Paula were born in NJ and after they married in 1959, they relocated to Ft. Lauderdale and Wilton Manors, FL where daughters Margaret and Joann were born.
A “shell back” Fred served for 6 years as a submariner with the US Navy 6th Fleet, beginning in 1953. He was able to travel around the world and thus begin his love of the water. An avid big game fisherman and a diver, the Bahamas, Panama, Venezuela, Hawaii, Cabo San Lucas, and especially the Great Barrier Reef were his Favorites.
He also had a love of cars and in 1973 opened Auto Acrylics, Inc., in Oakland Park, FL, restoring numerous exotic automobiles. A 1973 Ford Mach I Mustang was one of several of his personal restorations for his family. Since the NC move and several more restorations, he turned to gardening and woodworking. Natural edge bowls and kitchen items were his favorites
His wife Paula of 58 years lives at the Cox home. Daughters Margaret Robertson and Joann Doyle (husband James) also live in Hendersonville. Fred’s brother Arthur Cox (wife Patricia) lives in Jupiter Fl. All are deeply saddened by this loss of a loving husband, father and brother, as are many friends. They know he is in the hands of a loving God and know HE will be protected, just as Fred protected his family.
A memorial service will be held in the chapel of Shuler Funeral Home at 4pm on Friday, June 16, 2017 with military honors. The family will receive friends following the service at the funeral home.
Burial at sea off the coast of FL will be at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Charles George Veterans Attn. Volunteer Services, 1100 Tunnel Road, Asheville, NC 28805.
To offer online condolences, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.
Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family

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Sidney W. Ross, Jr, 92

Sidney W. Ross, Jr, age 92, died on Monday June 5th, 2017 in Tucson Arizona. He was born on June 11, 1924 in Birmingham, Alabama, the son of the late Sidney Wiley Ross, Sr. and Thelma Molpus.

Sid's education was interrupted in December 1942 when he enlisted for service in the Army during WW II. He achieved the rank of Sergeant in the 311th Infantry and saw action as a squad leader in the Rhineland and Central European Campaigns where he received the Purple Heart and several other medals of honor.

Upon honorable discharge in March, 1946, Sid completed his studies at Auburn University receiving his degree in Mechanical Engineering and began a career of over 35 years with E.I. DuPont Co. as an engineer and supervisor.

On January 21st, 1952 Sid married Betty Sue Thomas in Pascagoula, Ms., making their home in Orange, Texas. until moving to Hendersonville, NC upon retirement. They enjoyed 57 years together until her death in Nov. 2009.
Sidney was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who enjoyed playing golf, duck hunting, traveling, gardening, sailing, dancing and walking his dog, Star. He especially loved to laugh and socialize with friends. He was also an active member of the American Cancer Society.

Sidney is survived by his daughter, Annette Bartos and her husband Wayne Bartos of Waxahachie, Texas; his son, Wiley Ross and his wife Gayle Sumida of Tucson, Arizona; his grandchildren, Kristen Hughes and her husband Brent Hughes of Waxahachie, Texas, Kevin Bartos and his wife Krista Bartos of Waxahachie, Texas, Galyn Sumida-Ross of Tucson, Arizona; and his great-grandchildren, Reese and Westin Bartos. He was predeceased by Betty Sue Ross; his infant son, Kenneth Lee Ross; and his sister, Edith Hegman.

A graveside service will be held at 9 A.M., Thursday, June 15, 2017, at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery, in Orange, Texas.

A visitation will be held at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Wednesday, June 14th, 2017, at 4:30-6:30 P.M.

Family requests donations to be made to the American Cancer Society.

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Gladys Edmonds Barnwell, 92,

Gladys Edmonds Barnwell, 92, of Hendersonville went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 5, 2017 at her residence following a period of declining health. A lifelong resident of Henderson County, she was a daughter of the late William, Sr. and Eunice Gosnell Edmonds. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Odell Barnwell; son, Don Barnwell; sisters, Carrie Smith and Margie Gunter and her brother, W.C. Edmonds, Jr.
Gladys owned Barnwell Apple House and was a lifelong member of the Henderson County Curb Market. She was a member of Liberty Baptist Church and enjoyed gardening, especially wildflowers. Gladys loved to work and enjoyed interacting with her customers. She loved her family dearly and was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need.
She is survived by her daughter, Nancye Vaughn (Phillip) of Chapin, SC; sons, Wayne Barnwell (Janet) of Hendersonville, Darrell Barnwell and Dean Barnwell (Tammy McGraw); daughter-in-law, Debbie Barnwell; 7 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; sister, Louise Ledbetter; brother, Homer Edmonds (Ruth) of Florida; sister-in-law, Pauline Edmonds (Joe); and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 2pm on Sunday, June 11, 2017 in the Chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home with Reverend Dan Blackwell officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Gladys’ honor can be made to Mount Moriah Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 29, Edneyville, NC 28727, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
An online register book is available by visiting www.shulerfuneralhome.com.
Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Rebecca “Becky” Lynn Cornwell Baldwin, 57

Rebecca “Becky” Lynn Cornwell Baldwin, 57, of Hendersonville went home to be with the Lord Saturday, May 20, 2017 at Pardee Memorial Hospital after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
A native and lifelong resident of Henderson County, she was a daughter of Norma Thompson Cornwell of Hendersonville and the late Charles William Cornwell, Sr.
Becky graduated from East Henderson High School and worked for over 20 years in Research and Development with Dampp Chaser Electronics Corporation. She was a Baptist of the Christian Faith.
Becky was a warm, caring person who dearly loved her son, her family and her friends.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her fiancé, Michael Lee Waldrop; son, Seth Baldwin and wife, Shelby, of Charlotte; sister, Trina Williams and husband, Al, of Hickory; brother, Charlie Cornwell and wife, Melissa, of Hendersonville; nieces, Katherine Howell and Rebecca Cornwell; and nephews, Alex Williams, Charles Cornwell III and Josh Cornwell.
A Celebration of Becky’s Life will be from 2-4 PM Saturday, June 10 in the Fellowship Building of Tracy Grove Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.
To sign the online register book, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Mary Rose Shuford, 88

Mary Rose Shuford, 88, of Hendersonville passed away Friday, May 26, 2017.
Born in Corapeak, NC, she was the daughter of the late Joe Henry and Hattie Roberta Waters. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Jean, Janet and Ruth, and by her brother, Joe.
Rose was employed as proofreader by Atlas Match Corporation in Euless, TX for 25 years. She was a multiple ribbon winner for her knitting entries at both Texas and Western North Carolina State Fairs. Rose was a member of Calvary Episcopal Church.
She is survived by her daughters, Deborah Kraftcheck and husband, Steve, of Fletcher and Brenda Smith and husband, David, of Arden; grandchildren, Debra Mercer and her husband, Jason, and Daniela Johnson of Arden; and great-grandchildren, Chase, Katelynne, Jayden, and Lilliana Mercer.
A graveside service will be held at 12 noon on Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at Calvary Episcopal Churchyard. The family will receive friends beginning at 11:30 am in the Parish Hall.
Memorials may be made to Calvary Episcopal Church, PO Box 187, Fletcher, NC 28731; CarePartners Hospice, PO Box 25338, Asheville, NC 28813; or to the Salvation Army, PO Box 1778, Asheville, NC 28802.
To offer online condolences, please visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com. Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Terry Douglas Saltz, 67

Terry Douglas Saltz, 67, of Hendersonville, passed away Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at Mission Hospital. He was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. A son of the late Charlie and Juanita McGaha Saltz, Terry was also preceded in death by his brother, Clifford Ray Saltz.
Terry loved teaching, coaching and working at Belks. He coached tennis for thirty-six years, and taught thirty years at East Henderson High School. He had been a sales associate in the Men’s Department at Belk Department Store since 1989. He will always be remembered by his tennis players as “Coach Saltzy”.
Survivors include his loving wife of forty-five years, Barbara Saltz; his daughter, Jackee Lavine and her husband Stanley of Flat Rock; four grandchildren, Logan Rex Wilson, Machaela Marie Lavine, Stanley Christopher Lavine, Ryan Michael Lavine; sister, Denise Fischer and her husband, Doug of Statesboro GA; sister-in-law, Margaret Ann Saltz of Edneyville; aunt, Inez Norman of Hendersonville; brother-in-law, Cecil Hunsinger of Augusta GA; and a number of nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be at 3pm Sunday, June 4, 2017 in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home with Revs. David Stanford and Thomas Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends 2 hours prior to the service from 1-3pm in the chapel. Memorials may be made to East Henderson High School Boys and Girls Tennis Teams, 150 Eagle Pride Drive, East Flat Rock, NC 28726.
Please visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com for online condolences.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Chloe Bruna Boehm, 93

Chloe Bruna Boehm, 93, of Hendersonville passed away Monday, May 22, 2017 at Hendersonville Health and Rehab Center in Flat Rock.
Born in Ellensburg, WA to the late Reinhold August and Emma Alice Kuhnhausen Fenske on November 13, 1923. Chloe was the wife of Benjamin Franklin "Frank" Boehm who passed away in 2003, and was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Jennifer Wille.
Chloe was a member of the Detroit Society of Women Painters and Sculptors, the Art League of Henderson County, and Art Venture. Her art work was displayed in many galleries including the Detroit Institute of Arts. She won awards for her works both in Michigan and North Carolina. Her passion for creating art was life-long. In addition to art, she enjoyed music and traveling. She was an active member of Living Savior Lutheran Church. She especially enjoyed the children of the congregation.
Chloe is survived by her daughters, Carol Judith Boehm; Cynthia Laurel Wille (Mark) and their son, Tom Wille; Kathleen Louise Boehm and her son, Michael Byrne; and Ellen Andrea Anderson (Larry) and their children, Evan, Owen and Lauren; brother, Paul Fenske; and sister, Marcia Steward (Gene).
A memorial service will be held at 12 noon, June 10, 2017 at Living Savior Lutheran Church with Pastor Kurbis officiating. A reception will follow.
Memorials may be made to Living Savior Preschool, 301 Overlook Road, Asheville, NC 28803.
To offer online condolences please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.
Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Don Streitz, 89

Don Streitz, 89, passed away at his home in Hendersonville on February 27, 2017. He spent his first 75 years in California, born in Madera, growing up and graduating from high school in Livermore. He met and married Bonita Jean Wheeler in 1948. They settled in nearby Pleasanton in 1952 and were married for 28 years. He worked at Kaiser Sand & Gravel for over 30 years and was a proud member of the Operating Engineers Local No. 3 for almost 72 years. His early retirement years were spent living in the Silicon Valley. His last 16 years were spent in North Carolina as a content homeowner who had the great good fortune to find true friendship and camaraderie with the longtime local residents who gathered at Junk’s Junk Shop every morning. His great friend Charlie Case of East Flat Rock dubbed him “Duck,” a nickname that stuck. Charlie and Duck enjoyed going to lunch together at Orr’s Family Restaurant for many years. Don and his children shared a great affection for his adopted hometown and for his wonderful housekeeper and friend, Ginny.

Don was a man of many talents and supremely ingenious. Always mechanically inclined, he had a lifelong love of collecting and tinkering. He also enjoyed reading and learning about new and varied subjects. He was never afraid or hesitant to help a stranger in need. His children will always remember how gracefully he moved, how hard he worked, and his years of extraordinary vitality. He will be deeply missed.

Don is survived by his children, Steven of Sun City, CA, Kay of Oakland, CA, and Dana Ford of Danville, CA; granddaughter, Phaedra Wilson; and great-grandchildren Alexander and Isabelle of New Brighton, MN. He is also survived by his brother Robert Streitz of Elk Grove, CA and good friend Brad Johnston of Berkeley, CA.

Private services were held in Livermore, CA

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

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Joseph F. “Joe” Kinney, 82

Joseph F. “Joe” Kinney, age 82 of Flat Rock, died Monday, May 22nd, 2017 at Margaret R. Pardee Memorial Hospital. Joe was born August 27th, 1934 in Brooklyn, New York; a son of the late, Joseph F. and Sarah Riley Kinney.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York; Joe was a graduate of Brooklyn Preparatory High School and St. Peter’s College, Jersey City, NJ in 1956 Jesuit Schools, with a degree in Marketing. He was a true Jesuit product and was always so proud of his Jesuit education. He always said “you can always spot a Jesuit educated student, they never back down, they always stand their ground”. He joined the Empire Trust Company (now Bank of NY Mellon) in 1956 after graduation from St. Peter’s. He worked his way up to Vice President of Corporate Trust Administration where he was a New Business Officer, requiring him to travel extensively. Joe lived in Hillsborough, New Jersey with his wife, Joan for many years before his retirement in 1990. In 1992 they relocated to Flat Rock where they continued to enjoy each other’s company surrounded by the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina.
Joe was an avid and competitive golfer who enjoyed the challenges of any course that he played. He was a faithful player every weekend and never turned down any other available tee time. He loved playing with his DEAR friend, Joe Morrow. He loved reading his daily newspapers, the NYT, WSJ which he had read faithfully for over 50 years as well as his local paper. His extensive knowledge of not only national but international topics provided him the ability to discuss and banter intelligently over them all. . He was a true sports fan of all major events, but was well known for being not only a diehard New York Giants football fan, but as a loyal St. Louis Cardinal baseball fan. Having the Red Cardinal as the North Carolina Bird suited him just fine.
He was a wonderful loving husband to his wife, Joan. They were married for 54 wonderful and interesting years. They traveled extensively together.
In addition to his wife, Joan; Joe is survived by his very close surrogate family who has been a big part of his and Joan’s life as well as his many friends. He was loved by many.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 31st, 2017 in the Sanctuary of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church celebrated by Father Martin Schratz. Entombment will be at a later date in Florida.
His family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Home. A Rosary will be said at 4:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Brooklyn Prep Alumni Association, 2540 Hughes Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. 10458.
An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.

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