Loris Millard Drake, 78

Mr. Loris Millard Drake, age 78, of Hendersonville died Sunday, November 6th, 2016 at his home. He was born February 5th, 1938 in Avoca, NY; a son of the late, Millard O. Drake and Velma A. Towner Drake. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Erwin Drake.

Mr. Drake graduated from Naples High School and proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1957 until 1959. Following his graduation and military service, he was employed as a production manager. He enjoyed gardening, wood working and music. He served as the neighborhood handy man and the family craftsman. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Hendersonville and a member of the Moose Lodge.

He is survived by his wife, Wendy Eileen Drake; children, Eddie Drake (Katrina) of Hobe Sound, FL, Lorrie White (Ted) of Walland, TN Timothy Drake (Debra) of Avon, NY, Andrew Drake (Maggie) of Naples, NY, Wayne Gerould of Greenville, SC; and Pamela Gerould of Travelers Rest, SC; fourteen grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; one brother, Lewis Drake (Norma) of Canandaigua, NY; and by one sister, Beverly Porter of Naples, NY .

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 12th, 2016 at Forest Lawn Memorial Park officiated by the Reverend Christy Sharp. Military honors will be conducted by the North Carolina National Guard and the Hedrick-Rhodes VFW Post #5206.

A memorial service will follow the graveside service at 12 noon at the First United Methodist Church of Hendersonville officiated by the Reverend Christy Sharp.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Loris’ memory may be directed to the First United Methodist Church of Hendersonville, 204 Sixth Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC 28739.

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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Rutledge Everett “Ron” Shuler, Jr., 75

Rutledge Everett “Ron” Shuler, Jr., 75, of Hendersonville passed away Saturday, November 5, 2016 at the Elizabeth House in Flat Rock after a valiant struggle with cancer.

Ron was born on February 14, 1941 to Lillie Mae Rickenbaker Shuler and Rutledge Everett Shuler, Sr. in Orangeburg County, SC. He grew up swimming, fishing, and skiing from the loamy banks of Lake Marion. He fell in love with golf as a teen and helped build his first home course, Holly Hill Country Club, while receiving lessons from the local professional. Ron always loved a good day’s work, and he poured himself into every venture he pursued.

After graduating from Holly Hill High School in 1959, Ron attended the University of South Carolina. After USC, Ron moved to Dallas, TX to study at Gupton-Jones Mortuary Institute where he completed his coursework for licensure in 1964, while also serving as Vice-President of his class. Interestingly, while there, Ron worked as a paramedic and found himself driving an ambulance the day of John. F. Kennedy’s assassination. He was at Parkland Memorial Hospital during the tragic events, something which left a poignant and indelible memory. After graduation, Ron returned to SC to pursue his career in funeral service.

Ron met the lovely Faye Kirby in Florence, SC while he was working as a funeral director. They were married in August of 1965. In SC, he actively served the community, volunteering as President of the Jaycees and in other civic roles. In 1975, they moved their family to Hendersonville, NC. Before retiring from his tenure with Batesville Casket Company, Ron was inducted into the Master's Club, the company's highest honor.

In 1997, he, along with the help of his wife Faye, founded Shuler Funeral Home. His years at Shuler Funeral Home were the most fulfilling of his career life, and he felt humbled and grateful each day to help families during some of their most difficult days. He believed in the wonder of human compassion and in the dignity of life, and he made these tenets the mission of his work.

Ron was a member of Hendersonville First Baptist Church for 40 years, serving as a children’s Sunday School teacher and as a Deacon. His love for Christ, heart for his family, and desire to help others were the motivators of his life.

His other passion was golf. Ron was an avid and naturally gifted golfer who enjoyed his memberships at Hendersonville Country Club and in the Crooked Creek Men’s Golf Association.

Ron was preceded in death by his loving wife of 47 years, Faye Kirby Shuler, and his father, Rutledge Shuler, Sr. He is survived by his mother, Lillie Mae Rickenbaker Shuler, and his sister, Lynda Shuler Caughman, both of Lexington, SC; two daughters, Heather Shuler Stepp, and husband, Christopher, of Flat Rock, NC, and Holly Shuler Ollis, and husband, Jeff, of Greensboro, NC. Ron is also survived by two grandsons, Samuel Rutledge Stepp and Micah Wade Ollis; three granddaughters, Kirby Nichole Ollis, Celeste Leslea Ollis, and Lilly Margaret Ollis; sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Kirby Tart and husband, Thomas, and Annie Mae Kirby Broach and husband, Ralph, and brother-in-law, Alton Kirby and wife, Judy, all of Florence, SC; and by several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, November 11, 2016 at the First Baptist Church of Hendersonville. The Reverends Steve Scoggins and Wally Shamburger will officiate. Burial will follow at Oakdale Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12 - 2 pm in the church prior to the service.

Memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731, or to First Baptist Church, 312 5th Ave W, Hendersonville, NC 28739.

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

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Carol Ann Shell, 54

Carol Ann Shell, 54 of Hendersonville, died October 11, 2016 at Park Ridge Hospital. Memorials may be made to help the family at www.tmcfunding.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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William David Parris, 74

William David Parris, 74 of Brevard went home to be with the Lord on Saturday November 05, 2016 from his residence.
He was the son of the late Brownlow Huford and Mary Marie Cox Parris.
He was preceded in death by one brother Huford Steven Parris, four sisters, Dorothy Mae Parris, Edith Marie Case, Frances Emily Parris and Eunice Nadine Parris, one nephew Thomas Case and one great nephew Tyler Thomas.
A US Army veteran, he had served in Vietnam. He retired from Dupont after 20 years of service. He was a electrician and had several other occupations through out the years. He loved his family, helping people and had a great passion for Christmas.
Survivors include his loving wife Joyce Southerland Parris, one son Derek Parris of Hendersonville, three daughters Christy McCall and her husband David of Pisgah Forest, Melisa Kennedy of Brevard and Ashlie Buchanan and her husband Michael of Marion, one brother Tommy West of Hendersonville and two sisters, Helen Juanita Newton and her husband Steve of Flat Rock and Bonnie Manogue of Franklin.
A graveside service will be held Wednesday November 09, 2016 at 2 PM at Forest Lawn Memorial Park with the Rev. Jimmy Spence officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the Henderson County Honor Guard. The family will receive friends from 12 PM to 1 PM Wednesday at Jackson Funeral Service.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or to Po Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Paul Emerson White, 77

Paul Emerson White, 77 of Zirconia passed away Wednesday November 02, 2016 at Pardee Hospital.
A native of Henderson county, he was the son of the late Clarence and Flora West White. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Casserta and Dorothy Waldrop and two brothers Eli and Bob White.
He was a member of Green River Baptist Church, the Green River Volunteer Fire Department and had retired from the Olin Cooperation after 31 years of service.
Survivors include his loving wife of 51 years, Evangeline Levi White, one sister Roberta O’Shields, one brother Wayne White and many loving nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held Monday November 07, 2016 at 11 AM at The Chapel in the Pines of Jackson Funeral Service with the Rev. Seth Nichols officiating. Burial will follow the service at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Sunday afternoon from 2 PM to 3:30 PM in the chapel.
At other times the family will be at the residence.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or to Po Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Beulah Marie Smith Moore, 85

Beulah Marie Smith Moore, 85, of Mills River passed peacefully from this life to her eternal life, on Sunday, October 30, 2016, after a sudden illness.

Beulah was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. She was a 1953 graduate of the Memorial Mission School of Nursing. She began her career as an RN at Patton Hospital in Hendersonville and was among the first staff members at Margaret R Pardee Hospital when Patton Hospital closed. She rounded out her nursing career as an Occupational Health Nurse, retiring from General Electric Corporation in Hendersonville after 35 years of service. Beulah was a past Sunday School teacher, 4-H leader and volunteer with the American Red Cross. She loved travelling with her family and taking care of and serving her community. She was a devoted wife – always supporting and backing her husband, Tom, who was a dairy farmer in the Mills River Valley. A mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she supported her family in all their activities and always put the needs of everyone else before her own.

Beulah was the daughter of the late Claude Robert and Isabelle Drake Smith . She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years, Tom. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Nancy Gail Moore as well as her daughter-in-law, Janet Moore, all of the Mills River Valley.

She is survived by her 3 children: Carolyn Moore of Mills River; Thomas William “Tommy” Moore, Jr of Mills River and Cindy Walrath and her husband Paul of Phenix City, AL. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Mandi Hester and her husband Jason of Warner-Robbins, GA., Thomas William “T.W.” Moore. III and his wife Candice of Mills River, Tyler Freeman and Olivia Gail Moore of Mills River, Cassidy Elizabeth and Jana Abigail Walrath of Phenix City, AL and 1 great-grandson, Eli William Hester of Warner-Robbins, GA and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Beulah loved her family, friends and community. Many thanks to all who have visited, called and prayed during her illness. A very special thank you to our special angels – Steve and Sharon, Barb and the wonderful staff at The Lodge of Mills River.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at Thos Shepherd and Son Funeral Home from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, November 10, 2016 at the Moore-Whitaker Cemetery off Whitaker Lane in Mills River with the Rev. Jason Davis and the Rev. Harold Sitton officiating.

Flowers are welcomed or memorial contributions may be made to Mills River Fire and Rescue, 121 School House Rd, Mills River, NC 28759.

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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Hazel Flynn Robertson, 94

Hazel Flynn Robertson, 94 of Hendersonville went home on Wednesday, October 26 at The Oaks in Brevard. A daughter of the late Mark and Linnie Flynn, she is survived by her two sisters, Anna Lee Moody and Rachel Fain and nephew Sam Fain all of Hendersonville; and niece Trish Marsh and her daughter Ashley Marsh both of Nevada.

Services will be private. The family requests donations to the charity of choice.

To sign the online register book, visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com. Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Kevin Mark Hatcher, 51

Kevin Mark Hatcher, 51, of Hendersonville, North Carolina, died unexpectedly of natural causes Friday, October 28, 2016. Kevin was born November 28, 1964 in Beckley, West Virginia. After graduating from Elyria High school in 1983, he served his country in the United States Marine Corps until 1987.Kevin also
graduated in 1992 from Fairmont State College, in Fairmont, West Virginia, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice.
Kevin was preceded in death by his mother, Billie Joyce Hatcher (nee Williams) in 1998. He is survived by his father, David C. Hatcher of Elyria, Ohio; sister, Marci D. Lozano (David), of North Ridgeville, Ohio; brothers, Shawn D. Hatcher (Dawn) and David C. Hatcher Jr. (Lisa) both of Elyria, Ohio. He was also loved by nephews, David Lozano, Jr. (Stacy) of Elyria, Ohio; Derek Lozano(Amber) of Parma Heights, Ohio; and Tyler Hatcher of Elyria, Ohio; nieces, Sydney and Jordan Hatcher, both of Elyria, Ohio; great-niece, Hadrian and great-nephew, Marcus Lozano. The family will have a private celebration of life in West Virginia.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or to Po Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Katherine “Kat” Bauer, 70

Katherine “Kat” Bauer, 70 of Hendersonville died Thursday, October 29, 2016 at the Elizabeth House. She is survived by her husband Bob Bauer; her daughter Shawn Linsey of Hendersonville; grandson Kyle Jacob of Hendersonville; her sister Suzette Johnson of Gainesville, Fla; and her brother Charlie Channell of Hendersonville.

Services will be private. Memorial donations may be made to Kat’s favorite animal charity, the ASPCA at www.tmcfunding.com.

An online guest book is available at forestlawnhendersonville.com. Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Paul Leroy Howard, 74

Paul Leroy Howard, 74, of Nebo, NC passed away Saturday, October
22, 2016 at Mission Hospital.

He is survived by his son, Kevin Howard of Nebo and a brother
Robert Arnold Howard of Las Angeles, CA.

A graveside service will be held 2:00 PM Friday, October 28th at
Oakdale Cemetery, Hendersonville, NC.

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

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James L. “Jim” Grindle, 80

James L. “Jim” Grindle, 80, of Hendersonville went home to be with the Lord Saturday, October 22, 2016 at Life Care Center of Hendersonville after a period of declining health, A native of Gainesville, GA, Jim lived in Henderson county since 1960. He was the son of the late Clyde and Fannie Lee Lenderman Grindle, and the husband of the late Rinna Walker Grindle who died in 1988. Jim was an Army reservist and a member of First Baptist Church, Hendersonville. Jim was a lighting engineer working with GE his entire working life. He was a member of the Flat Rock Lions Club and Hubert M. Smith American Legion Post #77. Jim volunteered with Four Seasons Compassion for Life. He was an instrumental part of the Special Friends Ministry at First Baptist Church. Also at First Baptist, Jim was an usher, sound technician, and Wednesday night “Yeast Roll Man”.

Survivors include his loving wife of twenty-eight years, Glenda; two daughters, Cheryl Grindle of Santa Fe, NM, Beth Grindle Templeton and her husband Russell of Hendersonville; a step-daughter, Kim McKibbin and her husband Bill of Flat Rock; a son, Eric Swindell of Hendersonville; a sister, Carol Grindle McDaniel and her husband Jim of Kennesaw, GA; four grandchildren, Kristina Harrington, Mark Templeton, Clarissa Templeton-Smith, Cole McKibbin; and a number of nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

A funeral will be at 2:00 pm Saturday, October 29, 2016 at First Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Scoggins officiating. Burial will take place Alta Vista cemetery in Gainesville, GA. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 pm in the church prior to the service.

Please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com to express online condolences.

Shuler funeral home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Sidney David McGraw, Jr., 73,

Sidney David McGraw, Jr., 73, of Flat Rock went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, October 23, 2016 at the Elizabeth House. He was a son of the late Sidney McGraw and Edna Corn McGraw Croslin. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Larry Allen McGraw.
A veteran of the US Army and member of Upward Christian Fellowship, David loved serving the Lord and read his Bible daily. He was a talented musician and guitarist who was active with the church choir and routinely visited nursing homes to sing and play for the residents. David worked at several of the local dealerships in Hendersonville as an automotive technician before retiring due to health reasons.
Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years, Bula Proffitt McGraw; a daughter, Becky Melissa Shwahna and husband Sam; a son, Michael David McGraw both of Hendersonville; three grandchildren, Andrew McGraw, Alexander and Adam Shwahna; three brothers, Mack of AZ, Preston of ID and Johnny McGraw and wife Lisa of ID; and a sister, Helen Bruner and husband Barry of FL.
Funeral services will be held 2pm on Thursday, October 27, 2016 in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home with Rev. Andy Craver and Rev. Ken Parker officiating. The body will lie in state prior to the service beginning at 1pm. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
To offer online condolences please visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Robyn Graham Painter 41

Robyn Graham Painter 41 of Hendersonville, NC passed away on Wed., October 19, 2016 after a courageous 2 year battle with breast cancer. Robyn was an extremely loving & devoted mother to her two sons: Graham Patrick & Hayes Maxwell Painter. Robyn is also survived by her husband Danny Painter, mother Karyn B Spreeman, and her siblings, Wike Graham & wife Kimberly, Kyle Graham & wife Tracey, Elayne Bishop & husband Aaron, Heather Conklin & husband Brent, Heidi Lance & husband Patrick, step mother Jann S. Graham, 7 Nieces & 5 Nephews & a large extended family. Robyn is proceeded in death by her father Robert Wike Graham & step father Karle Spreeman.
Robyn was born on December 3, 1974 in Hendersonville, NC. She was a graduate of Hendersonville High School. Robyn earned a degree in Heath Promotions from Appalachian State University. After College she followed her love for the art of cooking & earned a Culinary Degree from AB Tech.
Robyn was the Director of Nutritional Services for Park Ridge Heath. Robyn continued with her love of food & provided the foundation for on the site work training as the executive chef & program manager for the Dandelion, Mainstays Local Restaurant.
Robyn’s whole heart belonged to her children. She loved to cook & entertain for her family & friends.
Funeral Arrangements: Grave Side Service to be held on Saturday October 22 at 11:00 am at Cullowhee United Methodist Cemetery with a private Celebration of Life to follow.
Robyn will forever live in our hearts. In Lieu of flowers please donate to the education fund for her boys: Painter’s Family Fund in care of Karyn Spreeman, 220 Balsam Rd. Hendersonville, NC 28792.

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

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John "J.T." Diehl, 96

John "J.T." Diehl, 96, of Hendersonville, passed away Saturday, October 15, 2016. A native and life-long resident of Henderson County, he was a son of the late John L. and Nannie Brackett Diehl, and husband of the late Margaret Wirtz Diehl, who died in 2005. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Matthew Bryan Hill; sister, Anna Diehl Freeman; and brother, Thomas "T.A." Diehl.
John served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII as a radio technician and an electronics instructor. He retired from Amcermet Corp and was a Sunday School teacher and deacon. He was the oldest member of West Hendersonville Baptist Church.
He is survived by daughters, Barbara D. Rhodes (Sherrell), Beverly D. Blake (Richard), and Beth D. Hill (Chris); son, Bryant Diehl (Betty); six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held 2pm Saturday, October 22, 2016 in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home with Pastor Tracy Fletcher officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 1-2pm in the chapel.
Please visit www. forestlawnhendersonville.com for online condolences.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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John "J.T." Diehl

John "J.T." Diehl, 96, of Hendersonville, passed away Saturday, October 15, 2016. Forest Lawn Funeral Home will announce the arrangements

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Bertha McCraw Mottl

Bertha McCraw Mottl of Dana, NC passed away Monday, September 26, 2016 at her Florida residence in Lake Wales.
She was born May 20, 1926 in Dana, NC to the late Robert & Nellie Gilliam. She lived in Dana for most of her life and had moved to Lake Wales in 1984. She was a farmer’s wife/homemaker an avid fund raiser and flea marketeer. She was a former volunteer paramedic for both Dana Fire Department and Timberlane Fire Department in Lake Wales, Florida. She blessed many of her neighbors lives with meals and other needs.
Bertha was preceded in death by her first husband, James P. McCraw; second husband, Tom Mottl; son, Curtis McCraw; and daughter, Patricia Harwell.
Survivors include her daughters, Marcella Styles (Dwayne) of Ridgeway, SC and Marsha Stepp of Hendersonville, NC; sons, Hulon McCraw (Linda) of Hendersonville, NC, Coy McCraw (Cindy) of Hendersonville, NC and Phillip McCraw of Hendersonville, NC; 21 grandchildren, 54 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held 2:30 PM Saturday, October 1st at the Upward Holiness Baptist Church with Rev. Dwayne Styles, Rev. Rick Harris and Rev. Patrick Ballard officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday night from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Jackson Funeral Service, 1101 Greenville Hwy, Hendersonville, NC 28793 and at other times will be at the home of Coy and Cindy McCraw.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Gideons International, P.O. Box 6284 Hendersonville NC 28793 or to Dana Fire & Rescue, 2001 Dana Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28792.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Reverend Howard Cabe, 89,

Reverend Howard Cabe, 89, of Hendersonville went to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 25, 2016. He was a son of the late Jessie and Sally London Cabe. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Lola Mae Galion and Gertrude Hamilton; and two brothers, Clemon and Harold Cabe.
Rev. Cabe served in the US Army during WWII and the Korean War. He received the National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal with three Bronze Service Stars, United Nationals Service Medal and a Purple Heart. He served as a Baptist minister for over 45 years. His churches included Tabernacle Baptist in China Grove and Hoopers Creek Baptist. He greatly enjoyed gardening and loved the Lord and his family.
Survivors include his loving wife of 66 years, Elizabeth Cabe of the home; one son, Timothy Howard Cabe (Sharon) of Hendersonville; two granddaughters, Leigh Beddingfield (Brent) of Zirconia and Amber Knighton (Jeremy) of Swannanoa; six great-grandchildren, Bryson, Lance, Garrett, Maison, Jakob and Katelynn; and one niece, Patricia Hutchinson (Don).
Funeral services will be held 2pm on Thursday, September 29, 2016 at First Baptist Church of Hendersonville with Rev. Wally Shamburger and Rev. Jack Taylor officiating. The family will receive friends at the church an hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Shepherd Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the ALS Association by visiting www.tmcfunding.com.
To offer online condolences please visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Richard Christy DiCicco, 74

Richard Christy DiCicco, 74, of Hendersonville, NC and formerly of Coraopolis, PA passed away unexpectedly Sunday, September 25, 2016.
He was the owner and operator of Ace Automotive Parts and was a member of the Antique Car Club of Hendersonville.
He is survived by two sons, Chris and John DiCicco and a daughter, Elsa DiCicco Snyder.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Tuesday, September 27th at Jackson Funeral Service. A funeral service will be held 9:30 AM Saturday, October 1st at St. Joseph’s Church in Coraopolis, PA with burial following at Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday, September 30th at Copeland Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Boys and Girls Club of Henderson County.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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John Davis Covington Jr. 60

John Davis Covington Jr. 60 of Hendersonville went home to be with the Lord on Thursday September 22, 2016 from his residence.
He was the son of the late John Davis Covington Sr. and Catherine L. Cave Covington of Ruterfordton, NC
John had worked for Southern Concrete Materials for 21 years.
John enjoyed life, he loved old cars, racing, spending time with family and friends and had a passion for music. He attended Upward Christian Fellowship. John was loved and will be missed by all that knew him.
Survivors in addition to his mother include his wife, Frankie Mathis Covington, three sons, John B. Covington of Rutherfordton NC, Wayne Jones and Christopher C. Jones of Hendersonville, two daughters, Brittany M. Arrowood of Leicester, NC and Donna Mae Jones of Hendersonville and the Brotherhood of Southern Patriots.
A funeral service will be held Sunday September 25, 2016 at 2PM at The Chapel in the Pines with the Revs. Jimmy Spence and Douglas Mathis officiating. Burial will follow at Hoopers Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the chapel
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or to Po Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Ricky James “Rick” Rush, 57,

Ricky James “Rick” Rush, 57, of Saluda, NC passed away Monday, September 19, 2016. He was born in Heidleburg, Germany on April 6, 1959. He was preceded in death by his parents 1st Sergeant Green Poe Rush and Vera Louise Dunlap Rush. He grew up in Radcliff, Kentucky, graduated from Hardin County High School and ITT Tech in Indianapolis, Indiana. Rick resided in Orlando, Florida for 38 years before moving to Hendersonville, NC. He was an avid Gator Fan, a Harley Davidson enthusiast, enjoyed fishing, sports and Dave Matthews. He is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Debbie Rush; four sons, Corey (Monica), Kyle, Jacob and Brad; a granddaughter, Chloe; two sisters, Nora Evelyne Layton (Skip) and Sylvia Williams; two nieces, Patti Battista (Marty) and Susie Botcher (Dale); two great nephews, Bobby and Nico Battista; a brother-in-law, Kenny Castellani (Cindy); a mother-in-law, Ginny Castellani; his canine companions, Chewy, Roxie and Hopper. A memorial service will be held 11 AM Saturday, September 24, 2016 at The Burntshirt Vineyard ….2695 Sugarloaf Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28792 with the Rev. Mark Ralls officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to www.nami.org Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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