Helen Banks, 87

Helen Banks, 87, died on Friday, March 13, 2015 at the Elizabeth House.Services will be private. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors are in charge of arrangements.

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Jerome L. Miller, 83

Jerome L. Miller, 83, a resident of Warners, NY and Mills River, NC passed away March 12 in NC. Born in St. Paul, MN, Jerry served in the US Air Force during the Korean War. Upon returning home he started his family in the Syracuse, NY area. He was retired from Western Electric and Shaker Carpenter Shop. Jerry enjoyed woodworking and paper crafts. He was a past member of the National Historic Railroad Assoc. and the CNY Bluegrass Assoc. He was a member of Christ Community UMC and Mills River UMC. Predeceased by his parents Esther and Lawrence Miller and his step-mother, Bertha Miller. Survived by his wife of 30 years, Peggy, a son, Michael (Deb) Miller, daughters, Victoria (David) DeMarchi, Linda (Bob) Sandefur, Amy Miller, and step-daughters, Christina (Carl) Huppman and Angela (Peter) Lawton. Also, bunches of grandchildren and great-grandchildren and his brother, Jim, of AZ. Services will be set at a later date. Contributions may be made to Mills River LIfe Enrichment Center (MRLEC), 137 Old Turnpike Road, Mills River, NC 28759.

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Gudrun "Anita" Kohler, age 104

Gudrun "Anita" Kohler, age 104, of Hendersonville, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2015 at the Fletcher Park Inn.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 3:00 P.M. Sunday, March 15, 2015 at the Fletcher Park Inn on the 3rd Floor, 150 Tulip Trail, Hendersonville, NC. Thos. Shepherd & Son will announce arrangements.

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Alma Joanna Jayne, 53

COLUMBUS, NC – Alma Joanna Jayne, 53, of Columbus, NC passed away, Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at her home.
Born in Annapolis, MD, she was the daughter of Barbara Gosnell Jayne of Hendersonville, NC and the late David Jayne. She was a past employee of the Saluda Truck Plaza, Saluda, NC. She loved to bake and cook.
Surviving in addition to her mother is one son, Timothy Pace of Columbus, NC; one daughter, Stephanie Erin Pace of Hendersonville, NC; two brothers, David Charles Jayne of Hendersonville, NC and Douglas Paul Jayne of Ocala, FL; one sister, Deborah Fazio of Hendersonville, NC.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 2015 in the McFarland Funeral Chapel, Tryon, NC

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Mrs. Aileen Harmon Sinclair, 93

Mrs. Aileen Harmon Sinclair, 93, of Gerton, died on Tuesday, March 10, 2015 with her loving family by her side at the family "home place". She was preceded in death by her loving husband of over 43 years, Marion C. Sinclair, a brother Charles Harmon and four sisters: Ruth Bess, Ann Beam, Lula Bell Allen, and Mildred Wright.

A native of Waco, NC, she was born on September 3, 1921. She attended Waco High School and then she attended Grace Hospital School of Nursing in Morganton, NC. After several years of nursing, Aileen married the love of her life, Marion. They had three children and their home was the gathering place for great times, an abundance of Ms. Aileen's fantastic cooking and ice cream. It was the kind of warm home filled with laughter that everyone in the area came to know as the "home place". She filled the home with love and God. Aileen was cooking and nursing right up until the end. She was very active in her church, Bearwallow Baptist Church. Aileen spent her life devoted to caring for others and administering to the sick. Her nursing spanned the world as she and the family followed her husband's military career. She worked at various hospitals in the area including the Veterans Administration and St. Joseph's Hospital. She was a member of the Upper Hickory Nut Gorge Community Club and the Veterans Auxiliary. She loved taking care of her beloved pets.

She is survived by her three children: son, William Sinclair of Gerton, daughter McAlynn "Mackie" Sinclair Price and her husband Dr. Bulo Ervin Price III of Shelby and son Jeffrey Sinclair of Gerton. She is also survived by one sister Nell Farrell and her husband Max of San Antonio, TX. She was blessed with six grandchildren: Jessica Price, B.E. Price IV, Jeremy Sinclair, Connie Sinclair, Josh Sinclair and Sarah Sinclair and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be at 4:00 PM on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at Bearwallow Baptist Church on Highway 74, Gerton, NC. The family will receive friends one hour prior and at other times at 6601 Bearwallow Mountain Road, Gerton, NC. Service will be officiated by Dr. Bulo Price III and Reverend Bobby Dees and Reverend Donnie Freeman. Burial will follow at the Bearwallow Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bearwallow Baptist Church or the Bearwallow Cemetery. Contributions may also be made to Four Season's Hospice. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors are in charge of arrangements.

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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Elsie Enders Schaefer, 95

Elsie Enders Schaefer, 95, passed away Monday, March 9, 2015 at Spring Arbor.

Born in Alberta, Canada the daughter of Jacob and Mary Enders. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence and a daughter, Carol.

Survivors include her daughter, Jan Morgan; two granddaughters; several great grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter.

A memorial service will be held 11:00 AM Monday, March 16, 2015 at Grace Lutheran Church with Rev. Ken Langsdorf officiating. The committal will follow in the Grace Lutheran Memorial Garden.

The family would like to say thank you to Four Seasons Hospice and the wonderful staff of Spring Arbor.

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

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Robert "Bob" James Mazzeo, Sr., 78

Robert "Bob" James Mazzeo, Sr., 78, died on Saturday, March 7, 2015 in Hendersonville after a period of declining health. He is preceded in death by his parents Rocco Mazzeo and Rose, his brother Peter and his mother in law, Verna Suriano.

Bob was born in Emerson, New Jersey on September 12, 1936 where he attended Westwood High. He worked in the family business with his father and brothers which was established in 1928 called Mazzeo & Sons. His brother Joe still resides in the original family home. In 1959 he moved to Vero Beach FL to be near his parents and sister. Bob started his career as a United States Postal Letter Carrier in Vero Beach, FL . Families on his routes still ask about him to this day because of his dedication and commitment to his service. He was an avid LA Dodgers fan and for many years he had front row seats behind the dugout at Holman Stadium "Dodger Town" in Vero Beach, FL, home of their spring training. During his childhood, his parents were friends with the O'Malley's, former owners for many years of the LA Dodgers, and he knew personally many of the players. Bob even tried out for the Dodgers at one time. Up until the very end, he could tell you everything there was to know about baseball as it was his passion. The family spent their vacations every year in Maggie Valley, NC where they fell in love with the mountains. In 1981 Bob transferred to Hendersonville, NC to continue his letter carrier service. He retired as a letter carrier and had recently been honored with his 45 year pin for being a member of the National Association of Letter Carriers.

Bob was a devout Catholic and he attended Immaculate Conception Church in Hendersonville. He also attended St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Asheville NC.

He shared a very special bond with his daughter Lisa. After he was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia/ Parkinson disease in 2010, Lisa's priority became taking care of her daddy. He loved his banana splits, watching Dean Martin movies together, baseball and football games, and enjoyed how she always decorated his room for the holidays and the seasons. Later when he moved to Hendersonville Health and Rehabilitation, he became like a member of the family to all the staff.

Bob is survived by: wife Lareen Sisk Mazzeo of Asheville, his brother Joseph Mazzeo and his wife Barbara of Emerson, NJ, his sister Phyllis O'Brien of Vero Beach, FL, Barbara Mazzeo, mother of their three children, daughter Lisa Edney and her husband Michael of Hendersonville, son Robert Mazzeo Jr. and his wife Tina of Haines City, FL, and daughter Sandra Morrow and her husband Jason of Hendersonville, NC. Bob was blessed with three grandchildren: Hallie Mazzeo of Haines City, FL and Mitch and Megan Edney of Hendersonville, NC. Bob also had several nieces.

A private memorial service will be held at a later time. Memorial contributions may be made to Hendersonville Health and Rehabilitation at 104 College Drive, Flat Rock, NC 28731. An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center are in charge of arrangements.

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Helen Lucine Morlock Etherton, 94

Helen Lucine Morlock Etherton, 94, passed away peacefully at Carolina Village Medical Center Tuesday, March 10, after a long period of declining health. A native of Illinois, she was a daughter of the late James R. and Elizabeth King Morlock. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Joseph Morlock and sister, Mary Elizabeth Morlock Fink. She was a graduate of Urbana High School, Urbana, IL and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics from the University of Illinois. She was a long time member of the university's Chi Omega Sorority. She married William C. Etherton in Atlantic City, NJ on December 19, 1941. Following a three-day honeymoon, William, who was enlisted with the U.S. Army Air Forces during WW II, was shipped overseas to serve in North Africa and Italy for the next 3 1/2 years. Despite the hardship of this lengthy separation, their marriage endured for the next 73 years. They spent the last 30 years as residents of Henderson County. Mrs. Etherton enjoyed volunteer work with Pardee Hospital Auxiliary and received a 3000 hour pin for service. She was also one of Pardee Hospital's "Women of Hope" having been a two time cancer survivor. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and an active member of the Catholic Women's Guild.
Mrs. Etherton is survived by her husband, William C. Etherton; two sons, James W. Etherton and his wife Cindy of Swansea, IL and Jud Etherton and his wife Gayle of Hendersonville; four grandchildren, Julie Etherton Parker and her husband Jeff of Salisbury, Dottie Etherton Morgan and her husband Chad of Peoria, AZ, Myra Etherton McDonough and her husband Kip of Hickory and James Justin Etherton of Belleville, IL; six great-grandchildren, Sarah and Brian Parker, Will, Landon and Grace Morgan and Harrison McDonough.
A mass of the resurrection will be celebrated 10:00 am Friday, March 13, in the main sanctuary of Immaculate Conception Church. The Reverend Praveen Boyapati will officiate. Burial will be in Carbondale, IL at a later date. The family will receive guests at the church following the service.
The family would like to thank the staff at Carolina Village Medical Center and Care Center and Four Seasons Hospice for their care and help during this period.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pardee Hospital Foundation (Women of Hope), 800 N. Justice St. Hendersonville, NC 28791 or to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Rd. Flat Rock, NC 28731.
To offer condolences online please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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David Henry Blumm, 61

David Henry Blumm, 61, of Mountain Home, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2015.
He was a native of Scribner, NE and a resident of Henderson County. He was the son of Kathryn Blumm and the late Henry Blumm and was also preceded in death by daughters, Mandy Blumm, Jenny Miller; and granddaughter, Haley Elizabeth.
Mr. Blumm was employed by Haynes Wire since 1981. He was a member of Balfour United Methodist Church, loved the beach, fishing, and watching racing.
Survivors include his loving wife of 38 years, Kim Blumm; sons, Matthew Blumm and girlfriend Charlene, and Jason Blumm and wife Christa; mother, Kathryn Blumm; sister, Jolene Meyer and husband, David; grandchildren, Aubrey, Sianna, Chloe, Ashlyn and Makayla; son-in-law, Chris Miller.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm, Thursday, March 12, 2015 at Balfour United Methodist Church with Pastor Deborah Patterson officiating. Burial will follow at Shepherd Memorial Park. The family will receive friends 6-8 pm, Wednesday at Shuler Funeral Home.
Condolences may be sent to Kim Blumm, P.O. Box 606, Mountain Home, NC 28758.
To offer condolences online, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements

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Thelma Hooper Heatherly, 90

Thelma Hooper Heatherly, 90, of Hendersonville, NC went to be with the Lord Saturday, March 7, 2015 at Pardee Hospital.
She was the daughter of the late Albert Slayton Hooper and Lilly DeHart Hooper and was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph William Heatherly and a sister, Jane Williams.
She was a member of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church.
She is survived by four children, Gail Metcalf and her husband Willard, Arthur Heatherly and his wife Carol, Dale Gardner and her husband Steve all of Zirconia and Chris Heatherly and his wife Cornellia of Tryon; six grandchildren; six great grandchildren; two sisters, Nina Beddingfield of Hendersonville and Emogene Williams of Arizona; a brother, James Hooper of Mills River and an abundance of nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church with Rev. John Saunders and Rev. Sam Beddingfield officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Thelma's name to one's favorite charity.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Leona Pridmore Garren, 101

Leona Pridmore Garren, 101, of Hendersonville, NC passed away Friday, March 6, 2015 at the Laurels of Hendersonville.
She was the oldest of 13 children born to George and Delsia Pridmore. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Garren.
She is survived by a daughter Betty Sawyer of Fort Myers, Florida; one sister, Marie Pridmore Corsentino and one brother, Daniel Pridmore both of Lehigh, Florida and many neices and nephews.
A graveside service will be held Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at 12:30 pm at Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will recieve friends Tuesday morning from 10:00 am until 11:00 am at Jackson Funeral Service.

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Glenn F. Lynch, 74

Glenn F. Lynch, 74, of Hendersonville, NC went to be with the Lord, Saturday, March 7, 2015.
He was born in Lebanon, Missouri and had lived in Henderson County for 65 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy Lynch and Rhoda Lynch Dotson, a son, Christopher Lynch and two brothers, Dennis and Ronald Lynch.
Glenn loved his Lord, family, grandchildren and his dog Tess. He was a member of Mud Creek Baptist Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, tinkering with projects and was especially passionate about mowing and taking care of his lawn.
He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Georgia Jones Lynch; a son, Mark Lynch and his wife Sabrina of Hendersonville; a daughter, Debbie Bean and her husband Steve of Atlanta, GA; five grandchildren, Christopher A. Lynch, Megan Lynch, Tyler Lynch and his wife Morgan, Savannah Bean and Zoe Bean; his siblings, Barbara Wright and her husband Jerry of Hendersonville, Penny Jordan and her husband Michael of Atlanta, GA, Rhonda Fisher of Hendersonville, Rickie Dotson and his wife Darlene of Hendersonville, Paul Dean Miser and his wife Patty of Lebanon, MO, Donna Quick and her husband Dennis of Kansas City, MO, Jan Myers and her husband Doug of Topeka, KA; a mother-in-law Sara "Granny" Jones of Hendersonville; a brother-in-law, Rev. Jim Jones and his wife Marion of Alaska and several nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Glenn's Life will be held 6:00 PM Thursday, March 12, 2015 at Mud Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Robert Hefner and Rev. Jim Jones officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:30 PM until 6:00 PM prior to the service in the church and at other times will be at the home of Sara "Granny" Jones.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mud Creek Baptist Church (Building Fund or Mission Fund), 403 Rutledge Drive, Hendersonville, NC 28739.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Billy Joe Wilkie, 65

Billy Joe Wilkie, 65, of Hendersonville, died on Thursday, March 5, 2015 at Park Ridge Hospital. He was preceded in death by his parents Joe Jay and Nena Redden Wilkie and one daughter Tracy Gail Wilkie.

Billy Joe was born and raised in Henderson County and lived in Fletcher and was a former employee of Cranston Print Works. He is survived by his loving wife Nancy Gail, one daughter, Wanda Lynn Wilkie, three brothers and three sisters.

A graveside service will be at 1:00 PM on Sunday, March 8, 2015 at Shepherd Memorial Park at 5045 Asheville Highway, Hendersonville, NC. Pastor Sturgill will be officiating. 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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Douglas J. Mitchell, 80

Douglas J. Mitchell, 80, of Hendersonville passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2015.
Born in Yonkers, OK on February 24, 1935, he the son of the late Thurman and Lorene Barnett Mitchell. He was also preceded in death by a son, Timothy D. Mitchell, who died in 1974.
Douglas served in the US Navy for 28 years, retiring from service in 1981. He was a member of the Hendersonville Elks Lodge #1616 since 1992. He enjoyed traveling and playing golf and was an avid gardener.
Douglas is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Marjorie Mitchell of Hendersonville; his children, Cynthia H. Poling and husband, Shorty, of Loraine, IL; Kathi A. Carpenter of Hendersonville; and Robert L. Mitchell and wife, Lisa, of San Antonio, TX; stepchildren, Debbie Tokas and husband, Frank, of Arizona; John VanBuren and wife, Glenda, of Las Vegas, NV; and Todd Logsdon and wife, Barbara, of Tuxedo; twelve grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
A Memorial Service and an Elks Rest Ceremony will be held at 1 PM Saturday in the lower level of the Hendersonville Elks Lodge. The family will receive friends following the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a favorite charity or organization of the donor's choice.
To offer condolences online, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Billy Joe Wilkie, 65

Billy Joe Wilkie, 65, died on Thursday, March 5, 2015 at Park Ridge Hospital. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors are in charge on arrangements.

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Larry Douglas Green, Jr., 43

Larry Douglas Green, Jr., 43, died on Friday, February 28, 2015 at the Carolina Medical Center in Charlotte. He was preceded in death by both of his grandfathers: Charles Pruitt and Adger Green as well as his step-father, John Holland.

Larry was a Henderson County native and graduated from East Hendersonville High School in 1989. He worked for the Selee Corporation for a number of years, as well as worked in landscaping prior to his declining health. He was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed attending church. He loved being outdoors, and wearing his baseball cap on backwards.

His greatest joy in life was being a father to his three children. He enjoyed playing sports with Tanner, and enjoyed their fishing and hunting trips together. Although he wasn't successful in turning Madison into an "outdoorswoman", he taught Lacy to be a great "inner tuber." He had a wonderful sense of humor and taught his children the value of being respectful and honest.

Larry is survived by two daughters: Madison Green and Lacy Elizabeth Green and one son: Tanner Green. He is also survived by his mother, Pat Holland, as well as his father Larry D. Green, Sr. and his wife Judy of Spartanburg, SC, and his maternal grandmother Arliss Pruitt that he lovingly called "Mama". He had one uncle: Ronnie Green of Tuxedo and a special friend Cameron Green of Hendersonville.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at Thos. Shepherd & Son Church Street Chapel. Burial will follow at Shepherd Memorial Park. The family will receive friends tonight, Tuesday, March 3, 2015 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Home at 125 Church Street, Hendersonville, NC. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Church of God at 2103 Brevard Road, Hendersonville, NC 28791. 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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Mildred A. Clark, 90

Mildred A. Clark, 90, of Horse Shoe passed away Sunday, March 1, 2015 at her home.
A native and lifelong resident of Henderson County, she was the daughter of the late Noble and Esther Allison. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Reba Cartee, Clyde Allison, Marvin Allison, Mary Noble Allison and Bill Allison.
Mildred was an avid gardener. She loved her family and enjoyed helping other people. Mildred was of the Christian faith.
She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Ralph A. Clark of Horse Shoe; four children, Emma Pierce and husband, Bob, and James Clark and wife, Teresa, all of Florida; Virginia Boyd and husband, Dewey, of South Carolina; and Karla Lowman and husband Bob of North Carolina; brother, Roy Allison; sister, Lois Carter; ten grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at 2 pm Friday, March 6, 2015 in the Chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home. Dr. Bob Lowman, Jr. will officiate. Burial will follow at Oak Forest Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 pm Thursday at Shuler 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 with arrangements

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Larry Douglas Green

Larry Douglas Green service will be at 2:00 Pm Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at Thos. Shepherd Church Street Chapel 125 Church Street, Hendersonville, NC.

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Nancy Jean Donovan, 66

Nancy Jean Donovan, 66, of Hendersonville, NC passed away, Monday, February 23, 2015 at Cardinal Care Center.
She was the daughter of the late Paul and Juanita McIlvaine, her fiancé, Mark Rollins.

She had earned her Doctorate in Literature at Miami University, Ohio
and had taught at Miami University and Blue Ridge Community College.
She was an accomplished writer and had several of her papers published and earned several writing awards.
She is survived by two brothers, Robert McIlvaine of Slippery Rock, PA and Edward McIlvaine of Alexander, NC.
A service will be announced at a later date.
Donations may be made to a local charity of their choice in her name.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.

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Elaine McCarthy Elliott, 94

Elaine McCarthy Elliott, age 94, originally of Collingswood, NJ, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 27th, 2015 at Carolina Village of Hendersonville, NC.

Elaine was passionate about improving others' lives through teaching, including both classroom education and dance. She inspired many as a Senior Olympic Medal winner for swimming along with her involvement at the Opportunity House as dance instructor and leader of the Good Ol' Girls.

Elaine is survived by sisters, Jeanne & Phyllis, son, Robert, step-daughter, Lori, as well as 12 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.

A service will be held at Immaculate Conception Church, 208 -7th Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC, with date and time to be determined. 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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