Kathleen Sipes Satterfield, 61

Kathleen Sipes Satterfield, 61, of Hendersonville, NC went to be with the Lord, Monday, July 11, 2016.
She grew up in Woodbridge, VA and had lived in Henderson County for 43 years. She preceded in death by her husband, Walter Satterfield Sr., her parents Raymond and Julia Houghtaling Sipes and a brother, William Robert Sipes.
She was an active member of Mud Creek Baptist Church where she volunteered for many activities.
She had retired from Pardee Hospital after 30 years as Lab Technician and enjoyed Crochet and Needlepoint.
Kathleen was a very devoted and loving wife.
She is survived by two brothers, Gary Vincent Sipes of Dumfries, VA and Edward Thomas Sipes and his wife Jo Ann Sipes of Woodbridge, VA; three sons, Walter Ray Satterfield Jr., Paul Jeffery Satterfield and Steve Jackson and his wife Lori all of Hendersonville; two daughters, Beverly Satterfield of Hendersonville and Kathy Beckett and her husband Tom of Etowah; fourteen grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 9:15 AM to 10:00 AM Saturday, July 16, 2016 at Mud Creek Baptist Church with a celebration of her life following at 10:00 AM with Rev. Greg Mathes officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Elizabeth House, 581 S. Allen Street, 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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Kathleen Sipes Satterfield, 61

Kathleen Sipes Satterfield, 61, of Hendersonville, NC went to be with the Lord, Monday, July 11, 2016.

Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory will announce the arrangements.

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James Patterson

James Patterson of East Flat Rock has passed away July 10, 2016 after an extended illnes at Pardee Hospital.
He was a lifelong resident of Hendersonville.
He was the son of the late Avery and Lucy Mae Patterson. He was one of sixteen children and leaves behind many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He leaves behind his son, James Patterson Jr; daughters, Monica Gist, Denise Quisenberry, Rachel Dixon and Sydney Partee.
A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, July 14 at Holly Springs Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Mike Engle officiating.
Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.

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John Charles Clay

John Charles Clay of Flat Rock died on Wednesday, July 6, 2016, the day before his 76th birthday, at Greenville Memorial Hospital. He was born in Syracuse, NY to the late Charles and Laura Whitaker Clay, and was raised in Gloversville, NY.

He was a graduate of the Mount Hermon School and Colgate University. In 1964 he joined the Information Systems Division of Procter and Gamble in Cincinnati, OH. This positon took him to Greece for 2 years and to Spain for 6 years. Upon returning, he managed the Latin America and Asia Pacific areas of Information Systems until retirement.

After retiring, he and Barbara moved to Hendersonville where he enjoyed getting together with friends, playing golf and traveling. He was a volunteer Golf Rules Official for the CGA and also an ESL tutor at Bruce Drysdale School.

He is survived by his loving wife, best friend and golfing partner of 54 years, Barbara; son, Scott Clay and his wife, Audra; daughter, Laura Cohen and her husband, Michael; and mother-in-law, Dorothy Schorr. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Logan Clay, Maxwell Cohen and Rebecca Cohen, who brought joy to his heart and a smile to his face.

A memorial service will be held at 10 am on Friday, July 15, 2016 at Shuler Funeral Home, followed by a small reception at Hendersonville Country Club. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in John’s name to The Free Clinics (841 Case St., Hendersonville, NC 28792) or the charity of your choice.

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

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Annie Louise Owens, 84

Annie Louise Owens, 84, of Hendersonville, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 7, 2016 at Park Ridge Health, surrounded by her family. She was a daughter of the late Leoda Rippie and William Suttles. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Earl Henson Owens; a daughter, Edith Owens and two brothers, Mac and William Suttles.
Ann loved cooking and caring for her family. She cherished the time she was able to spend with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Survivors included her two daughters, Elaine Shipman of Hendersonville and Cathy Last and her husband Carl of SC; one son, William “Bill” Owens of Hendersonville; grandchildren, Anthony, Ryan, Dewayne, Mandy, Candy, Scotty and Justin; great-grandchildren, Blake, Mackenzie and Matthew; brothers, Albert Suttles of Etowah, Charles Suttles and his wife Nancy of IL and Kenneth Suttles of Brevard; sisters, Mary Banks of Brevard and Bethalee McCallum of UT.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 11, 2016 at 2pm in the Chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in the park with a reception afterwards in the funeral home.
To offer online condolences please visit www.forestlawnfuneralhome.com.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Clifford E. Hendershot

July 7, 2016, Clifford E. Hendershot left this earth to meet our Lord and his wife in heaven. He finished his life as he lived it; well done and in perfect order. He made his way through this world as a servant, being useful and living each day with a purpose. He lived quietly and conservatively, without a need of praise or fanfare. He let you know what he didn't like, but was always a gentleman and grateful for your efforts. He never wanted to be a burden to others, and kept the trials he experienced late in life to himself. He will be greatly missed.

Clifford was a veteran of WWII, having served from 1943-1945 as a machinist in the 555th Ordinance Heavy Maintenance Company, stationed in northern France. He was a man of faith and a steadfast father to three children, Gordon A. Hendershot (Brenda) of Belton, SC; Shirley A. Feagin (Craig) of Hendersonville; and Norman A. Hendershot (Beth) of Hickory, NC. He leaves behind seven grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 64 years, Virginia M. Hendershot.

Clifford worked as a welder for the railroad after the war, then dedicated 33 years of this life as an engineer for Aeroquip Corporation in Jackson, Michigan. He spent over 30 years in retirement and volunteered much of that time in service to his church, his children, and the community. Clifford and Virginia were members of the First Presbyterian Church of Hendersonville, and faithful volunteers with Bounty of Bethlehem and the Meals on Wheels program for a number of years. He enjoyed woodworking and made beautiful, hand-crafted clocks and cradles for his children and grandchildren. One could always count on Cliff to fix anything broken and lend a helping hand with a project.

Clifford grew up in Jackson, Michigan, and moved to Rutherfordton, NC with Aeroquip Corporation in 1971. He and Virginia moved to Hendersonville in 1997 and he spent his remaining years enjoying the beauty of this community. He was priviledged to be among the last group of Henderson County veterans taken to the WWII memorial in Washington, D.C. through the Honor Air program, and was moved by the experience.
The family will hold a private service in his honor at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Henderson County Meals on Wheels program.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family atwww.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Fannie Hack Hyder, 92

Fannie Hack Hyder, 92, of Hendersonville, NC went to be with the
Lord, Sunday, July 3, 2016.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris D. Hyder and her
parents, Alan and Carrie Tunnal Hack.

She was a native of Ft. Worth, Texas and had lived in Henderson
County for the past 72 years.

She was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Post #5206
and a long time member of Refuge Baptist Church.

She is survived by a daughter, Elvonne Watts and her husband Ray of
Hendersonville, NC; two sons, Ronald Hyder and his wife Cathie of
Hendersonville and Gregory Hyder of Hendersonville; a sister, Evelyn
Jones of Texas; seven grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren; two
great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends Thursday night from 6:00 pm to 7:30
pm at Jackson Funeral Service. A graveside service will be held 11:00
am Friday, July 8th at Refuge Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Roy
Perry officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Refuge Baptist
Church Building Fund.

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

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Betty Warnock Jackson, 87

Betty Warnock Jackson, 87, of Hendersonville died peacefully on Monday, July 4, 2016 at the Elizabeth House following a brief period of declining health. She was a daughter of the late Herman and Marguerite Warnock. Betty was also preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Jackson, Jr.; daughter, Suzanne Jackson and sister, Evelyn Major. She was born in Atlanta, GA and was raised in South Carolina and Georgia. She moved to Hendersonville in 1955 and resided here for 59 years. Betty resided briefly in Georgia before recently returning to Hendersonville.
Betty was a member of Hendersonville First Baptist Church, where she was employed for over 30 years as a preschool teacher and then preschool director. She was a woman of very strong faith who enjoyed her walk with God, through her relationship with Jesus Christ. Betty enjoyed all of God’s creation from the mountains to the beaches, along with the trees, flowers, and birds that inhabit it. She cherished her family and enjoyed spending time with them, especially her children and grandchildren. Betty touched the lives of many people through her ministry work with Love In Action, Special Friends and Interfaith Assistance Ministry.
She is survived by her daughters; Marguerite Murphy and her husband Tim of Griffin, GA, Deborah Mihalik and her husband John of Hendersonville; sons, David Jackson and his wife Martha of Smyrna, GA, Mark Jackson and his wife Jill of Hendersonville; brother, Charles Warnock and his wife Lola of Georgia; 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.
A celebration of life will be held at 1pm on Thursday, July 7, 2016 at Hendersonville First Baptist Church with the Reverends Steve Scoggins and Dr. Gordon Elliott officiating. The family will receive friends following the service in the reception hall. A private family graveside will be held.
An online register book is available by visiting www.shulerfuneralhome.com
Shuler Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Inez Mills Gasperson, 77

Inez Mills Gasperson, 77, of Naples, NC passed away Saturday, July 3, 2016.

She was born and was a resident of Buncombe County until 1971 when
she moved to Henderson County. She lived and worked in Henderson County
until recently moving back to Buncombe County. She was a graduate of
Owen High School and had worked at Youngblood Truck Lines, Cason
Companies, Southerland Insurance and had owned and operated the Huddle
House Restaurant in Naples with her husband Bob.

Inez’s favorite hobby and pastime was being the world’s best “Mimi”
and was always ready for any adventure with family and friends.

She was a 50 year member of Naples Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Amos and Helen Mills and her loving husband of 54 years, Robert “Bob” Gasperson Sr.

She is survived by three children, Kim Gasperson-Justice and her
husband, Ron, of Hendersonville, Robert James Gasperson, Jr. “Jimmy”
Gasperson, of Mills River and Karen Ensley and her husband, Kevin, of
Candler; seven grandchildren, Colton Gasperson, Gabe Justice, Christian
Ensley, Erin Justice, Trenton Gasperson, Kaitlyn Ensley and Greyson
Gasperson; a brother, John Mills and his wife Deanna of Arden, a niece,
Lisa Childs and two nephews, John and Brian Mills.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 7th from 1:30 pm
until 3:00 pm at Naples Baptist Church in Naples with the service
following at 3:00 pm. Burial will follow at Avery’s Creek Christian
Church in Avery’s Creek.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Naples Baptist Church,
799 Rugby Dr, Hendersonville, NC 28791 or to Care Partners Hospice, PO
Box 25338, Asheville, NC 28813 or to your favorite charity.

Condolence cards can be sent in care of Jackson Funeral Service at PO Box 945 Hendersonville, NC 28793 or www.jacksonfuneralservice.com.

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Barbara Jan Weihe, 68,

Barbara Jan Weihe, 68, of Hendersonville passed away on Thursday, June 30, 2016 at Lake Pointe Landing. Born in Rockville Centre, NY, she was a daughter of the late Hazel Eleanor Wissemann and Norman Frederick Weihe. She had resided in Henderson County since 1999.

Barbara enjoyed volunteering at hospitals while residing in NY and she loved cats.

Survivors include her sister, Karen Johnson of Flat Rock; two nieces, Kristen Downs and family of Massachusetts and Kimberly Plasterer and family of Maryland; one cousin, Marilyn Davidson of North Carolina.

Services will be private. Memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life at www.tmcfunding.com.

An online guestbook is available by visiting www.shulerfuneralhome.com.

Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Joseph Randall “Randy” Ray, 62

Joseph Randall “Randy” Ray, 62, of Fletcher went to be with Jesus Saturday, June 25, 2016. He was at home, surrounded by his family and close friends.
Born in Savannah, GA, he was the son of Harriett Ray Connelly of Fletcher and the late Joseph Gordon Ray.
Randy attended Georgia Southern University and received a BA degree in Business Administration from Armstrong State University. He was an accountant who worked at Union Camp Corporation in Savannah for many years, and most recently was employed at Metropolitan Medical Services in Asheville.
Randy loved American and world history, reading, classic rock music, old cars, and spending time with his family.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his loving wife of thirty-eight years, Debbie DeLettre Ray; his son, Joey Ray and his wife, Kyndra; his daughter, Cindy Cope and her husband, Stephen. He adored his three granddaughters, Natalie Cope, Layni Ray, and Norah Cope.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm Tuesday at Shuler Funeral home.
A graveside service will be held in Savannah, GA.
The family also wishes to give many thanks for the support, kindness, prayers, and friendship that were given to Randy.
Please visit www.shulerfuneral home.com to sign an online guest book.
Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Joe Allen Nuckolls, 86

Joe Allen Nuckolls, age 86, of Etowah, died peacefully on Thursday morning, June 16, 2016 at the Elizabeth House.

Born on December 21, 1929, in Haywood County, he was the oldest son of the late Hugh and Minnie Mae Calhoun Nuckolls of Hendersonville. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Susan McDonald Nuckolls.

After serving in the U.S. Air Force, he attended N.C. State University and earned a degree in electrical engineering. He had a prolific career as an engineer and inventor with General Electric and later Hubbell Lighting until his retirement in 1996. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.

He is survived by his wife Rosa M. Nuckolls, one daughter Penny N. Tarleton and husband, Bob; two sons: Sam A. Nuckolls and Michael B. Nuckolls and wife, Lisa, all of Raleigh. One step-daughter,Sandra M. Settle and husband, Dan, of Rosewell, New Mexico. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren; two brothers Edward W. Nuckolls and his wife, Blanca of Hendersonville and H. Paul Nuckolls of Ft. Myers, Florida.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, July 1, 2016 in Thos. Shepherd’s Church Street Chapel. The interment will be private.

The family will be receiving friends from 11: 00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 2, 2016 at the Kanuga Conference & Retreat Center, on the 3rd Floor Lounge at 130 Kanuga Chapel Drive, Hendersonville, N.C., 28739.

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 the arrangements.

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Norma Jean Kehoe LeMaster, 81

Norma Jean Kehoe LeMaster, 81, of Hendersonville, NC and formerly of Asheville, NC passed away Friday, June 24, 2016.
Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.

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Euna Faye Kelly Stroud, 83

Euna Faye Kelly Stroud, 83, of Hendersonville, passed away on Friday, June 24, 2016 at Sunnybrook Assisted Living. A lifelong resident of Henderson County she was a daughter of the late Dolly Capps and George Kelly. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Grady Stroud; two brothers and two sisters.

Mrs. Stroud was a member of Cedar Springs Baptist Church. She found great enjoyment in her many jobs, which included floral design, JP Stevens and Camp Greystone. She was a loving wife, mother and excellent cook.

Survivors include her two daughters, Patsy Hermanson and husband Gus of Columbia, SC, Betty Anglin and husband Edward of Hendersonville; one son, Bobby Stroud and wife Sheila of Hendersonville; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and five sisters.

Funeral services will be held 2pm on Sunday, June 26, 2016 in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home. The family will receive friends an hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in the park.

Memorials may be made to Sunnybrook Assisted Living 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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Tessa Mary Johnson

Tessa Mary Johnson, infant daughter of Christy and Anthony Johnson went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at Mission Hospital. She is also survived by her sister Victoria and brothers Nolan, Braydon, Carter and Colton.
Services will be private.
To offer online condolences, visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.

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Allene Moore Brown, 76

Allene Moore Brown, 76, of Mountain Home, NC went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 22, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was a native and lifelong resident of Henderson County. She was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Gene Floyd Brown Sr; her parents Martin “MH” and Ila Summers Moore; a brother, Eugene Moore; three sisters, Lucille Quinn, Maxine Horne and Christine Williams.
She graduated from Edneyville High School and had worked at General Electric and retired from Asheville Industries. She was a devoted wife, mother, and Mamaw who loved her family and friends. Her sweet smile and loving heart will be missed by all. As her memory started to fail she enjoyed her days at CarePartners Adult Day Services in Hendersonville. We would like to thank Four Seasons Hospice and CarePartners Adult Day Services for the excellent care they gave her.
She was a faithful member of Naples Baptist Church and loved her Lord.
She is survived by a son, Gene Brown Jr. and his wife Karen of Mountain Home; a daughter, Karen Haug of Zirconia; two sisters, Betty Hammond and her husband John of Hendersonville and Frances Owens and her husband Garrett of Florida; four grandchildren, Amber Shepherd and her husband Chris of Hendersonville, Jamie Praytor and husband Billy of Etowah, Brandon and Brentley Orr and his fiancé Haley Hewitt all of Zirconia; six great grandchildren, Owen, Gwen, Myna and Journey Shepherd, Kyle and Mackenzie Praytor; a great granddaughter, Makenna Dejournett and many nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held 11:00 am Saturday, June 25th at Naples Baptist Church with Rev. Richard Merck officiating. Burial will follow at Shepherd Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the church and at other times will be at the home of Gene and Karen Brown.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Four Seasons Hospice, CarePartners Adult Day Services and Alzheimer's Association.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Barry Tully, 83

Barry Tully, 83, of Hendersonville, NC passed away peacefully on June 21, 2016. Barry is survived by his loving wife Elaine, and four children Chris, Sarah, Jason, and Emily. Barry was born and grew up in Hackensack, NJ. In 1953 he enlisted in the Navy, and spent four years actively serving his country as a Navy Pilot. He remained in the service for 16 years as a reservist reaching the rank of Commander. An avid pilot, Barry worked the majority of his life in New York City as an aviation journalist and then copywriter. In 1996 he and his family moved to Hendersonville, where, in retirement, he spent 20 years enjoying life in the mountains. A voracious reader, history buff, sports enthusiast and hiker, Barry spent his time combing the library, backpacking with his daughter, and regaling friends and family with endless tales.

A casual celebration of his life will be held on Monday, June 27 at The Cedars in Hendersonville beginning at 12:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made for Alzheimer’s research and support at http://www.alzfdn.org/.
Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.

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Florence Owenby Guice, 93

Florence Owenby Guice, 93 of Hendersonville went home to be with the Lord on Saturday June 18, 2016 at Pardee Hospital.
A native of Henderson County she was the daughter of the late Herbert and Josephine Capps Owenby. and the wife of the late Thomas Newton Guice. She was preceded in death by one son, one brother and two sisters.
A member of Mud Creek Baptist Church, Florence was a Godly woman. She loved to play dominos, and she loved her family.
Survivors include, one son, Donald Guice and his wife Henrietta of Hendersonville, two daughters, Pamela Guice Crawford and her husband Gene of Westminister, S.C., and Marcia Guice Smith and her husband Richard of Fairview, N.C. seven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at the Chapel In The Pines of Jackson Funeral Service. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. 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 PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Thomas Douglas Dalton III

Thomas Douglas Dalton III of Hendersonville, passed away on June 15, 2016, peacefully in his home. He was born on March 19, 1950 to Douglas and Marilyn Dalton at Patton Memorial Hospital in Hendersonville. He was a 1967 graduate of West Henderson High School. He obtained an Undergraduate Degree in NC and then obtained his Master’s Degree at Western Carolina University. T.D. first worked primarily in the education field as a School Psychologist and then worked at Goodwill Industries for the latter part of his life. Tommy loved cool cars, watching car races on TV and fishing. His love for learning never ceased. He especially loved his granddaughter, Victoria, and they had a very special bond. He is survived by his adored daughter, Leslie Dalton Thibeault and her husband, Steven and their daughter Victoria. His surviving siblings include Robbie Dalton Goolsby, Randi Dalton Bridges and Sean Dalton. A private family memorial will be held in July 2016. The family requests that memorials or donations be made to Goodwill Industries or the Humane Society Thrift Store. The family also wishes to give many thanks for the support, kindness and friendship that was given to Tom at Goodwill Industries, Bonaire Motel, First Citizen’s Bank and Ingles. Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.​

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Ronald William Anderson, 81

Ronald William Anderson, 81, of Hendersonville passed into glory Saturday, June 11, 2016 at St. Joseph-Mission Hospital in Asheville.

He was the son of Roy and Ellen (nee Olson) Anderson of Chicago, IL. Ron was born in Chicago and graduated from William Howard Taft High School in 1951. He received a BS in Industrial Engineering and Management Science from Northwestern University in 1956. He raised his family in Ann Arbor, MI, working at Hines (balancing machines). He was an active member of Huron Hills Church, including singing in the choir. He wrote the “Flex User Notes” column in 68 Micro Journal. He retired in 1999 to Hendersonville, NC.

Ron was a member and officer of the Hendersonville Camera Club. He attended First Baptist Church where he sang in both of the choirs over 17 years. He also sang with the J.O.Y. Singers.

Ron had a heart for widows and would volunteer to help with home maintenance chores.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Evelyn; his daughter, Pamela (Joseph) Mullaney; his son, David W. Anderson; and his grandson, Daniel Mullaney.

A Celebration of Life Service is to be held at First Baptist Church, 312 5th Ave W, Hendersonville at 2:00pm on Sunday, June 26, with the Rev. Dave Marshall officiating. A
reception will begin at 1:00pm.

A private burial will be at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorials will be accepted for a new parking lot for First Baptist Church at www.tmcfunding.com .

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

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