Herman Woodrow Lancaster, 102

Herman Woodrow Lancaster, age 102 of Flat Rock died Thursday, December 10th, 2015 at Hendersonville Health and Rehab. He was born November 5, 1913 in Henderson County, a son of the late Virgil Roscoe Lancaster and Nora Lee Marlow Lancaster. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Nellie Montieth Lancaster in 2013; seven brothers, Paul, Ernest, Horace, Roscoe, Guy, George, and Jay Lancaster; and two sisters, Bernice Pryor and Sue Price.

He was a lifelong brick mason and was the oldest member of the Hedrick-Rhodes VFW Post 5206. He was an Army Veteran of World War II.

He is survived by his brother, James B. Lancaster of Hendersonville; and sister, Betty Lancaster Holmes of Hendersonville; and a number of nieces and nephews; and a good friend and former employer, Jerry Bayne.

A Funeral Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 13th, 2015 in the Mausoleum Chapel of Shepherd Memorial Park with Military Honors presented by the Hedrick-Rhodes VFW Post 5206. Burial will follow in the cemetery. No formal visitation is planned.

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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George Agnew Maddox, 86

George Agnew Maddox, 86, of Hendersonville passed away Friday, December 4, 2015.
He was a native of Dearborn, MI and a son of the late Clifford and Marion Maddox.
Despite having no formal college education George rose steadily in his chosen profession of automobile engineering and manufacturing to group vice president of American Motors and president of AM General. He enjoyed 30 years of retirement.
He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Phyllis Claire Maddox; daughter, Laurie Ann Maddox of Flat Rock; son, Merle Maddox and wife Susan of SC; and his grandchildren, Oliver and Madeline Maddox.
A memorial service will be at 1:00 pm, Saturday, December 12, 2015 in the Kirby Memorial Chapel of Shuler Funeral Home with Rev. Susan Maddox officiating.
To offer condolences online, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Christopher Blake Seymour

Christopher Blake Seymour went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday December 8, 2015 @ the Elizabeth house with his daughter by his side. He was the son of the late Charles E. Seymour and survived by his mother Doris C. Seymour. He was also proceeded in death by his beloved son Blake Christopher Seymour, grandson Blake Tyler Flood, brother Russ Seymour, and nephew Paul Russell Seymour.
He is survived by his loving daughter Ilah Rose Seymour, brother Randy Seymour, two sisters Cindy Jacoby and husband Steve, and Pam Whitmire. Two nieces Amber Baldwin and husband Jared and Christina Whitmire. One great niece Cassie Baldwin.
A memorial service will be held 3pm @ Bat Cave Baptist Church on Friday Dec. 11, 2015. Family will receive friends prior to the service from 1-3pm.
Memorials can be made to Four Seasons Hospice and Pallative Care 571 S. Allen rd Flat Rock, NC 28731.
Condolence cards can be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or P.O. Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Barbara A. McGraw, 79,

Barbara A. McGraw, 79, of Hendersonville, passed away Friday, December 4, 2015.
She was a native of Henderson County and a daughter of the late James and Annie Enloe Pittillo. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Bob McGraw; son, Billy E. McGraw; sister, Linda Gillenwater; brother-in-law, Roy Gillenwater; and brothers, Reed and Sonny Pittillo.
Barbara partnered with her husband Bob in business and in life, with the Pisgah Fish Camp, then named McGraws Seafood & Steakhouse and then B&B Trucking. She was a wonderful cook and homemaker. Barbara spent her entire life in Henderson County and held her life here and her family close in her heart. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and will be missed by all.
Survivors include her daughter, Barbara Hill and husband Billy; sons, Richard McGraw and wife Tracy, Greg McGraw and wife Racheal, Danny McGraw and wife Teresa, Chris McGraw and wife Linda; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Johnny R. McGraw; and several nieces.
A funeral will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 8, 2015 in the Kirby Chapel of Shuler Funeral Home with Rev. Steve Jones officiating. Burial will follow in Shepherd Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.
To offer condolences online please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Irene Peachey, 86

Irene Peachey, 86, left this earth for heaven on December 5th, 2015. She had arrived on September 16 in a Kansas farmhouse to Rachel and Albert Nisly. She had four older siblings- William, Enos, Alvin and Susie. Later Ruth and Daniel joined the family. When Irene was seven, her family moved to Kalona, Iowa. Then on to Oregon several years later.
Irene attended Eastern Mennonite College in Virginia and then went to teach at Belleville Mennonite School in Pennsylvania. There she met David Peachey and was married on August 26th, 1960. Being a dairy farmer’s wife for the next 33 years, with a relocation to Colby, Wisconsin, required barn chores, fieldwork and homemaking. They raised five children – Donnita, David married to Kathy, Sandra married to Randy, Jessica and Edwin married to Tracy. She has fifteen grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. David died in 1993. In 2004, Irene retired to North Carolina to be near family. Throughout her life, she enjoyed many good friendships, reading, studying the Bible, watching birds and working in the garden or her flower beds. Irene was friendly and knew how to reach out to people in conversation and compassion.
Visitation will be from 5:30 to 8:00 PM on Tues. at Jackson Funeral Service, Hendersonville. A memorial service will be held 10:30 AM on Wed. at United Covenant Mennonite Church, Etowah.

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Delbert “Del” “Mickey” Marr, 82

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Delbert “Del” “Mickey” Marr, 82, of Hendersonville passed away Sunday, November 29, 2015 at his residence. He was a son of the late Georgianna Thibodeau and Linwood Marr. He was also preceded in death by his son, Joseph Kenneth Marr.
Del served in the US Navy and was a member of Immaculate Conception Church. He retired from government service after 30 years and was a member of Trout Unlimited. Prior to moving to Hendersonville, he resided in both Wayne and West Milford, NJ. In West Milford he was active in St. Joseph’s Church as well as the Knights of Columbus, where he was a Past Grand Knight. He was an avid reader and fisherman who greatly enjoyed the outdoors and sports.
Survivors include his loving wife of 55 years, Ann Marie Schmidt Marr; son, Marty Marr of NJ; daughter, Mary Marr of Hendersonville; sister, Lynne Talaga and husband Marshall; and nephews, Brent and Lee Talaga.
A funeral service will be held at 10am Friday, December 4, 2015 in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home. The family invites all to attend a reception following the service. Funeral mass and burial will be at a later date in New Jersey.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Interfaith Assistance Ministries, PO Box 2562, Hendersonville, NC 28793.
To offer online condolences,please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.
Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Paul D Nickell, 80

Paul D Nickell, 80, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, November 28, 2015. Born in Alton, Illinois he was the son of the late John and Nora Nickell of Edwardsville, Illinois.

After graduation from Erskine College in 1956, Paul was recruited by the Milwaukee Braves, Pittsburg Pirates, and Detroit Tiger organizations. Signing a Triple A contract with the Tigers, he played parts of two seasons with the Durham Bulls. After leaving professional baseball, he coached baseball at East High, bringing that school its first conference championship in any sport in 1969. In the spring of 2015 his former players invited him to dinner and an East High baseball home game where they presented the school with a trophy to replace the missing one. In the mid-70’s he purchased Brookwood Golf Club in Arden which he operated for over twenty five years.

In 1999 Paul was inducted into the Erskine College Flying Fleet Hall of Fame and the Citation includes the following: “Nickell, as an outfielder, hit .477 during his junior year in 1955, setting a modern single-season record that would stand for 14 years. It is still today the fourth-highest average ever compiled by an Erskine batter and is the second highest with a wooden bat. His senior year he was the number one pitcher and hitter for the Fleet, leading the team in home runs, batting average, and strikeouts. He served as president of the Erskine student body, a responsibility he handled with distinction.”

Paul was a member of First United Methodist Church and in the 1960’s and 70’s served as an usher and was a member of the Pastor/Parish Committee.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years this December 17, the former Sara Lee Allen; three sons, Gregory, Philip, and Andrew; and three grandchildren, Sara, Elijah, and Noah.

A celebration of life service will be held at 11 am Saturday, December 5, 2015 in the Kirby Memorial Chapel of Shuler Funeral Home with the Reverend Steve Jones, Hospice chaplain, officiating. Following the service, the family will receive friends at the home in Hickory Hill.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731, or the Erskine College Flying Fleet Athletic Organization, PO Box 338, Due West, SC 29639.

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

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Alice Weeks

Mrs. Weekes passed peacefully away Friday, November 27, 2015 at Pardee Hospital in Hendersonville, NC. Alice Weekes was born December 27, 1925 in Queens, NY, the daughter of Albert and Signe Moore. She was married to John T Weekes on February 27, 1949 and celebrated 66 years this year.

She is survived by her husband John Weekes, and sons, Peter Weekes of Columbus, OH, and Chris Weekes of Brunswick ME, and 4 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren.

A private internment will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice may be made.

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Ruth E. Higginbotham, 93

Ruth E. Higginbotham, 93, of Autumn Care entered Heaven on November 23, 2015.
Born in West Virginia she is survived by sons, John Robinson (Laura) of TN, Bill Robinson (Frances) of Zirconia and Ron Robinson; a daughter, Jean Stanley (Dave) of Virginia; 16 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren.
A private family memorial will be held.
Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.

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Dorothy (Dottie) Shahbaz, 95

Dorothy (Dottie) Shahbaz, 95, of Carolina Village in Hendersonville passed away quietly on Sunday, November 29, 2015.
Dorothy was born on May 21, 1920 in Baltimore, MD. She grew up in Brooklyn, NY and attended the First Baptist Church of the Redeemer. Dorothy married Wilbert Shahbaz from Brooklyn in 1949 and they lived in Long Island, NY and Parsippany, NJ. She worked in the banking industry until she retired and moved with Wilbert to Hendersonville in 1986. Dorothy attended the First Alliance Church and spent her time helping others and volunteering at Pardee Hospital for many years. In 2003 she moved to Carolina Village and also volunteered there in the Care Center. All who knew Dorothy will remember her for her gentle, kind and giving spirit and her strong Christian faith.
She is survived by her nieces, Nancy (Carl) Glotz, Gail Maconchie, Nancy (Peter) Bresciani, Linda (Joseph) Mc Laughlin; her nephew, Stephen (Patti) Moore; and many grand-nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 pm Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at the First Alliance Church, 1821 Windsor Dr. in Hendersonville.
To offer condolences online, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Wayne Charles Lingel, 83

Wayne Charles Lingel, 83, of Saluda, NC went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 23, 2015.
He was the son of the late Charles and Anna Otten Lingel and was also preceded in death by his wife, Mary Elizabeth Lingel and his sister, Charlene Lingel.
Wayne is survived by his twin sister Lorraine Steines of Iowa; daughter, Susan M. Manning and fiancé Steve Harpine; son, Robert S. Lingel and fiancé Sharon; granddaughter, Elizabeth A. Manning and significant other Matt Ryan. In addition, he (Popee, Brother Wayne) leaves behind multiple loved nieces, nephews and close personal friends.
He served in the U.S. Air Force occupation Germany post World War II.
Wayne was a devoted member of Fork Creek Baptist Church of Saluda, NC, a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. Wayne was a 32nd Degree Mason and past member of the Shriner’s Organization.
Services will be held at Fork Creek Baptist Church Friday, November 27, 2015 at 11:00 am with Reverend James Parker officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the church. Internment will follow the service at Saluda City Cemetery with military honors provided by the Henderson County Honor Guard. Pallbearer services will be provided by family, friends and fellow members of the Fork Creek Baptist Church .
Condolence cards can be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or P.O. Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Jackie Rex Jarvis, 71

Jackie Rex Jarvis, 71, of Hendersonville, NC passed away Friday, November 20, 2015 at his home.
He was a US Army Veteran and served in the Vietnam War.
He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Sylvia Scarborough Jarvis; a son, Jarrod Jarvis of Hendersonville; a daughter, Chana Varon of Atlanta; eight grandchildren; two brothers, Bobby and Gene Jarvis both of Englehard, NC; a sister, Nora Willis of the Outer Banks and a special niece Caperice Dennis of Flat Rock.
A service will be held 12:00 PM Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at the North Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Black Mountain with military honors conducted by the Henderson County Honor Guard.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Marvin Orr, 86

Marvin Orr, 86 of Holly Springs Road passed quietly at his home on Wednesday, November 18. He was the son of the late Harrison Raymond Orr and Ida Shook Orr of Etowah. A life-long resident of Etowah, following graduation from Etowah High School he began his career at Moland-Drysdale Brick Corporation and later, following a long career, retired from the Cellophane area of Ecusta. Upon retiring, he enjoyed working on improvement projects in the coastal areas of North Myrtle Beach and Shallotte.

Some of his greatest joys were in watching his family and friends train and show Walking and Racking Horses. As a hobby, he was very active in the early years of the Racking Horse Breeders Association where he served as a Commissioner and licensed judge. He was a talented builder and in later in life enjoyed home improvement projects including building porches, desks and swings. He was always willing to share his talent with his family and friends of several generations.

Marvin and wife Marilyn enjoyed a lengthy retirement and they loved traveling throughout the south, the beach, and classic car shows. Marvin was active until the end, living independently, driving and helping restore his classic ford pickup and mustang.

He is celebrating in heaven with his cherished wife of 65 years, Marilyn McClain Orr and daughter, Carol Ann Clayton, both preceding him in 2014 and a granddaughter, Tonya Lynette Clayton. Marvin is survived by two; sons Michael his wife Patsy of Cheraw, S.C. and Robert and his wife Kathy of Franklin and Eatonton GA., as well as a son-in-law, Harry Clayton of Etowah. Marvin loved his seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was fortunate to have a caring family of surviving brothers and sisters including Virgina Stepp of Edneyville, Patty Orr, Clair Whitmire and Marjorie Crane, plus a brother, Ray Orr, all of Etowah.

The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 21st, 2015 at Etowah Baptist Church conducted by the Reverend Bryan Henderson. Burial will follow in Oak Forest Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Etowah Baptist Church, P.O. Box 326, Etowah, NC 28729.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors are in charge of arrangements.

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DeBois Lewis Edmundson, 94

DeBois Lewis Edmundson, age 94 of Hendersonville died Monday, November 16th, 2015 at the Laurels of Hendersonville. He was born on September 9th, 1921 in Mills River, a son of the late Charles Spurgeon Edmundson and Delpa Sentell Edmundson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Evelyn; four brothers; and four sisters.

Mr. Edmundson resided in Henderson County for 73 years and in Spartanburg County for 21 years on his dream farm with his wife, Evelyn with an acre garden, fruit trees, horses, deer hunting and a private lake for fishing. He returned to Hendersonville to reside at the Bridge in 2012. He graduated from Brevard High School and proudly served his country in the Army Air Force during World War II, infantry that accompanied Patton’s 6th armored division; he fought in the Battle Bulge and was one of the first U.S. Troops to enter Buchenwald and witness the horrors of the Holocaust.

After the war, he married Evelyn Louise McConnell who passed away April 20th, 2005 and served as a police officer in Myrtle Beach. He returned to Hendersonville to work with the Hendersonville Police Department in 1948 until his retirement in 1985. He served as a volunteer fireman and was a member of the Rescue Squad for 20 years. He enjoyed gardening, hunting, and fishing.

He is survived by his daughter, Sharon Edmundson Packer, retired Professional Mental Health Counselor and School Psychologist. Currently a successful international level equine show photographer; his two sisters-in-law, Sarah West Edmundson, wife of Bill Edmundson, and Wilma Jean Terry Edmundson, wife of Charles L. Edmundson. Chief Edmundson was very proud of his 34 nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to participate in a Remembrance Gathering at Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Home on Sunday, November 22nd, between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in DeBois’ memory be directed to, Bullington Gardens, 95 Upper Red Oak Trail, Hendersonville, NC 28792; Alzheimer’s Association Western Carolina Chapter, 4600 Park Road, Suite 250, Charlotte, NC 28209; or to Wounded Warrior Project, www.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate.aspx.

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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John Lewis Stansell

John Lewis Stansell, age 95 of Mountain Home died Wednesday, November 18th, 2015 at Pardee Memorial Hospital following a period of declining health. He was born in Pelzer, South Carolina, a son of the late Clarence Edgar Stansell, Sr. and Texie Austin Stansell. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Venice; four brothers; and two sisters.

A longtime resident of Henderson County; Mr. Stansell was employed with Kimberly Clark and was a member of Biltmore Baptist Church.

He is survived by two sons, Danny Stansell of Flat Rock and Barry Stansell of Mountain Home; two grandchildren, Amber Stansell of Hendersonville, and Summer Stansell Whitaker and husband, Mike of Waynesville; two great-grandchildren, Kylie Whitaker of Waynesville and Aydan Stansell of Hendersonville; sister-in-law, Joyce Bentley of Hendersonville; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

A Graveside service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, November 22nd, 2015 at Shepherd Memorial Park conducted by the Reverend Sam McLamb.

The family will receive friends Saturday from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. at Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in John’s memory be directed to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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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Eugene Homer Dickes, 88

Eugene Homer Dickes, 88, of Black Mountain, NC passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at the Elizabeth House.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Mabelle Atwood Dickes, his wife, Claudia Pasiuk Dickes and a daughter, Mary Littler.
He joined the U.S. Marine Corp when he was 18. He had volunteered at the Broad River Volunteer Fire Department. He was a member of Bald Mountain Baptist Church.
He is survived by his daughter, Wanda Metts of Lyman, SC; two sons, Johnny Metts of Crystal River, Florida and Danny Metts of West Palm Beach, Florida; seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held 1:00 PM Sunday, November 22, 2015 at Bald Mountain Baptist Church with Pastor Ken Rape officiating.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Minnie Jean Gibbs, 74

Minnie Jean Gibbs, 74, of Hendersonville entered Heaven peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, November 14, 2015. Born February 2, 1941 in Polk County to the late Theodore and Mary Skipper Burgess. She was preceded in death by a son, William Doyle Gibbs; a granddaughter, Jessica Diane Hylemon Duncan; two sisters, Beulah and Lena; three, brothers Calvin, JC and RL.
She was a member of First Church of The Nazarene and loved gospel music. She worked with her husband Bill at GE and retired after 29 years of employment.
Survivors include her loving husband, who spoiled her rotten for 58 years, William “Bill” Gibbs; son, Richard Gibbs (Gail); daughter Diane Taylor (Eddie); four granddaughters, Michelle Hylemon of Dana, Rebecca and Vanessa Gibbs, Larissa Gibbs Byrd, all of Radcliff, KY: two, great-granddaughters, Erica Diane and Briana Marie Duncan; three sisters, Geneva Running (Dave) of Redwood NY, June Lafoy Ruff (Abe) of Kings Mountain, Wilma Lee Clemmons (Bob) of Rutherfordton; two brothers, AD Burgess of Ellenboro, Donald Burgess of Hendersonville; daughter-in-law, Claudia Gibbs of Radcliff, KY; many special nieces and nephews; “Star” the cat she loved.
Funeral services will be held 2:30pm on Wednesday, November 18, 2015 in the chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home. The family will receive friends an hour prior to the service.
To offer online condolences please visit www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Ann Hayes McDonald

Ann Hayes McDonald of Mills River passed away in peace Sunday, November 15, 2015 after a short illness. She was the daughter of the late Harry B. Hayes Jr. and Louise T. Hayes and wife of the late Charles W. McDonald. She was also preceded in death by a son, John Hayes McDonald.
Ann and Charles were married in 1954, at the beginning of his Air Force career. Ann loved to travel and was able to enjoy much of this country as well as the experience of living in the Philippines and Oslo, Norway as a result of Charles’ career. The family retired back to Mills River where they built a home for themselves and their four children as Charles began a second career at General Electric.
Ann loved history, politics, and All Saints Anglican Church, the church where she and Charles were not only founding members, but where they also gave of themselves tirelessly to see the vision come to life. Ann, a former member of the DSS Board in Henderson County, also served the Henderson County Republican Party and was a member and an officer of the Henderson County Republican Women’s Club. She was known by all to be very well-read, outspoken, and passionate about politics.
Ann is survived by her sons, Charles S. McDonald and his wife, Jennie, and David W. McDonald, all of Mills River; and a daughter, Ann Cameron McDonald and her husband, Larry Fleig, of Durango, Colorado. She leaves behind four grandchildren, Ashley, Morgan, Courtney and Kyle, and four great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 4:00-7:00 in the fellowship hall of All Saints Anglican Church in Mills River. Committal services in the churchyard will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.
To offer condolences online, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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John Michael Carter, 53

John Michael Carter, 53, of Dana, NC passed away unexpectedly, November 13, 2015 at Mission Hospital.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Willard Lee and Barbara Alice Lytle Carter, a brother, David Robert Carter and a sister,
Carolyn Lee Carter.

He is survived by his brother, Jimmy Carter and his wife Tava of Hendersonville, NC; several aunts and an uncle.

A celebration John’s Life will be held 11:00 am Monday, November 16, 2015 at the Fruitland United Methodist Church with Rev. Steve Jones
officiating.

The family will be at the home of Jimmy and Tava Carter.

Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.

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Howard Willis Bruce, 94

Howard Willis Bruce, 94. Born in Ithaca, New York and resident of Hendersonville since 2005. He began his career by working on the first jet airplane at Bell Labs. He served in the Army during World War II. He later worked for Morse Chain and Motorola. In 1954 he moved his family to Phoenix, Arizona and then to Scottsdale, AZ where he lived for many years. In 1989 he retired to Cottonwood, AZ.
Howard was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He was a family oriented gentle man that made friends wherever he went. He was always willing to help by using his talents to the best of his abilities while making memories along the way. He loved to camp, fish, and garden. He was also artistic and worked with wood, stained glass, and paint. Some of his favorite memories came from traveling the United States in his motor home. He was eternally curious and loved people and life.
Howard was married for 59 years to Frances Potter and was so fortunate to share his last 6 years with his loving companion, Drew Schultz. He is survived by his three children: Kathy (Larry) Vorbrich of Hendersonville, David (Ann) of Goodyear, AZ and Mary Elizabeth (Louis) St. Germain of Forest Lakes, AZ. Grandchildren Chad and Curt Vorbrich, Melissa Grenley, John St. Germain, Christine Travis and William Bruce. Great-grandchildren: Madison, Ethan and Taylor Vorbrich, Caden Grenley, Rachel Krausman, Michael and Mathias Travis.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday at 11:00 am in the clubhouse at Summer Path. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Four Seasons Hospice, 828-696-0625 or the Hendersonville Rescue Mission 828-697-1354.
Jackson Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.

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