HENDERSONVILLE — She finally won her five year battle with melanoma when she was called to heaven on November 11th, 2012.
She is survived by Larry, her husband of 42 years and also her faithful caregiver, son Jeff and wife Kim, six grandchildren, Ryan, JoJo, Brandon, Shelby, Kendall and Caleb, brother, John Ownbey and wife Carroll, sister, Jewel Pace and husband Richard, her godchildren, Darin and Danielle Pace and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard "Mutt" and Pearl Ownbey and a sister, Etta Mae Corn.
A service honoring Helen’s life will be held Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at 7:00 pm at the Chapel In The Pines of Jackson Funeral Service with a visitation preceding the service from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the chapel. Her service will be conducted by her nephew, Rev. Chris Pace.
A graveside service will be Wednesday at 11:00 am at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
She loved flowers so flowers honoring her will be thankfully accepted.Everyone who knew her,loved her and will miss that radiant smile she always wore, even in sickness. A giant hole has been left in our hearts with her passing.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or P.O. Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.
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Alphonse O. Van Cleven, 84
HENDERSONVILLE — Alphonse O. Van Cleven, 84, of Hendersonville, passed away Sunday, November 11, 2012 at his residence.
He was born in Belgium and moved to Chicago in 1955 and was a resident of Henderson County for the last 12 years. Al was a son of the late Emilius Michaël and Ludovica Camilla De Graeve Van Cleven and was preceded in death by his sister.
Al studied art in Belgium and was so very proud of his many works of art which consisted of drawings, lithographs and paintings. His career was in Graphic Arts.
Survivors include his loving wife of 44 years, Bonnie Van Cleven; two sons, Marc Van Cleven and his wife Linda and Eric Van Cleven; grandchild, Katie Lovenberg and her husband Mike; two great grandchildren, Kamryn and Riley Lovenberg; nephew, Gilbert Provo and his wife Bernice; grandniece, Kristine Blackwelder and her husband Derek and their children, Clark and Brynn.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731, or a charity of your choice.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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Barbara G. Lewis, 79
FLETCHER — Barbara G. Lewis, 79, of Hoopers Creek, passed on to her heavenly home on Sunday, November 11, 2012, at The Oaks At Sweeten Creek.
She was the daughter of the late Dennis Jerome and Annie Morrow Greene and the wife of the late Dan Lewis.
She is survived by two sons, Rex and his wife, Rosa, of Mills River, Dennis and his wife, Janice, of Fletcher; two daughters, Gwen Moffitt and her husband, Chris, and Dianna Birchfield and her husband, Don, of Fletcher; six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren; two sisters, Thelma Wright of Fairview and Shirley Sales of Asheville and one brother, S.E. Greene of Fletcher.
Our thanks to Asheville Specialty Hospital, CarePartners Hospice and The Oaks at Sweeten Creek, and to all the nursing staff for all the wonderful care given to Mama.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm Wednesday at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Hendersonville conducted by the Reverend Phillip Youngblood.
Memorials may be made to the Native American Mission Fund, c/o Gerry Locklear, PO Box 123, Fairview, NC 28730.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family and the memorial register is available at grocefuneralhome.com.
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Nettie L. (Nell) Johnson Byers, 92
Nettie L. (Nell) Johnson Byers, 92, of Saluda, the last of her generation, passed away peacefully at the Elizabeth House November 13, 2012. She was a native of Polk County and the youngest daughter of the late Joseph A. and Mary Ann (Molly) Holbert Johnson. She was the wife of William Grover Byers who died October 9, 1996. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church of Saluda.
She was preceded in death by seven brothers, Dallas, Willis, Edgar, Alvin, George, Joe Lynn and Ray Johnson and five sisters, Cinderella Johnson, Roxie Holbert, Alma Thompson, Atlas Thompson and Ada Nesbett. She is survived by her four children, Stan Byers (Karen) of Weaverville, Patricia Pollard (Bill) of Raleigh, Kay Murphy (Wayne) and Margaret Woods (Sherrill), both of Hendersonville; eleven grandchildren and their spouses; 19 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.
A graveside service will be held Friday, November 16, 2012 at 11:00 AM at the Saluda Cemetery with the Rev. Tom Hayes and Rev. Hank Vetger officiating. The family will receive friends at Friendship Baptist Church Fellowship Hall immediately following the service. An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com. Thos. Shepherd and Son Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements.
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Bernard William Senkel, 82
Bernard William Senkel, 82 of Fairview, NC and Punta Gorda, FL died Wednesday, November 14th at Mountain Ridge Wellness Center in Black Mountain. He was born May 14th, 1930 in Jean, TX to the late Bennie William and Beulah (Duke) Senkel.
Mr. Senkel was a retired officer of the U.S Air Force, acquiring the rank of Lt. Colonel. He logged over 500 combat flight hours as a navigator on B-52′s during the Korean and Vietnam conflicts, also earning the Distinguished Service Cross. He was a member of the Church of the Good Shepherd in Punta Gorda, FL, and most recently he attended Calvary Episcopal Church in Fletcher, NC.
He was preceded in death by his afore-mentioned parents and his wife, Nina Senkel.
He is survived by two daughters, Sheryl Hart (Randy) and Stacia Senkel(Kevin Cohen); and two grandchilden, Christopher Goulette (Stacy) and Wesley Hart.
A memorial service will be scheduled at a date to be determined later.
www.penlandfamilyfuneralhome.com.
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Timothy L. Carlson, 63
Timothy L. Carlson, 63, of Flat Rock died Tuesday, November 13, 2012.
He was born in Fort Dodge, Iowa and served in the US Air Force. Mr. Carlson graduated from Northeast Missouri State University in 1975 and earned his MBA from Drury University of Springfield, MO. He lived in LaPorte, IN and worked in various managerial positions before moving to Henderson County in 2010.
He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Hendersonville and a member of Kenmure Country Club. An avid golfer, Mr. Carlson was especially proud of his nephew, Bryan Carlson, who is a member of the PGA.
He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Carol Schobert of Flat Rock; three brothers, Terry Carlson and wife, Pert; Tom Carlson and wife, Tina; and Todd Carlson and wife, Sara; sister, Lynne Allen and husband, Andrew; and nine nieces and nephews.
Services and burial will be in Humboldt, IA. A memorial service will be held in Hendersonville at a later date.
Memorials may be made to Blue Ridge Humane Society, 1214 Greenville Hwy., Hendersonville, NC 28792.
An online guest book and sympathy card are available at www.shulerfuneralhome.com. Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
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James Douglas Wayne, 73
James Douglas Wayne, 73, of Hendersonville passed away Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at his residence. Forest Lawn Funeral Home will announce arrangements.
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Russell Eugene Gipe, 76
HENDERSONVILLE— Russell Eugene Gipe, 76, of Hendersonville passed away, November 4, 2012, at Pardee Hospital after a sudden illness.
Russell was born in Van Wert, Ohio, on November 25, 1935, to the late Frederick Hendrick Gipe and Sarah Margaret Baxter Gipe.
Russell was as humble a man as he was patriotic. He was a decorated Vietnam Veteran, retiring from the United States Marine Corps in 1974 as a Master Sergeant and even from his bed at Pardee he insisted on casting his absentee ballot for the Presidential Election.
Upon his retirement from the military, Russell decided to permanently move his family to Hendersonville. He then began a second career working as service manager at Boyd Cadillac, Hunter Chevrolet of Hendersonville, and Frank Wood Chevrolet of Brevard. He wound up his working career with Fred Liese Warranty Administration of Hendersonville.
Russell was a dedicated family man who was always willing to sacrifice for his family. He is survived by his loving wife, Mitsue M. Gipe; his daughter, Margaret D. Gipe; and his son, Frederick E. Gipe, all of Hendersonville.
A small private graveside service will be held with Full Military Rites at a later date.
A register book is available online for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com.
Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center is in charge of arrangements.
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Vincenza Sloup, 84
HENDERSONVILLE — Vincenza Sloup, 84, of Hendersonville died Thursday, November 15, at the Elizabeth House. Forest Lawn Funeral Home will announce arrangements.
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Thomas Conner Sr., 84
FLAT ROCK — Thomas A. Conner Sr, 84, of Edneyville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 14, 2012, at the Elizabeth House.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or to P.O. Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.
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John Schoder, 93
John A. Schoder, 93, of Henderson County, died on Thursday, November 15, 2012. A register book is available online for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center will announce arrangements.
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James D. Wayne, 73
HENDERSONVILLE — James Douglas "Jim" Wayne, 73, of Hendersonville, formerly of Skaneateles, N.Y., passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2012, his loving family at his side, following a brief but courageous battle with brain cancer. A son of the late Emma Martin and DeLancey Wayne, Jim was born June 16, 1939, in Auburn, N.Y. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Martin Wayne and Terry Scofield.
A true patriot, Jim served in the United States Army from 1957 to 1963. He originally enlisted in the U.S Army National Guard and was called to active duty to the United States Army 101st Airborne Division, Fort Campbell, Ky., during the Berlin Crisis and the Cuban Missile Crisis, where he faithfully served his country until his honorable discharge in December 1963.
Jim was a former member of the Owasco Reformed Church and served on the Church Consistory. He subsequently became a member of The First Presbyterian Church of Skaneateles, where he served as a Session Member and Church Elder. One of his greatest personal accomplishments was to help organize the reconstruction and renovation of the historic church structure in Skaneateles. Jim also gave blood regularly and contributed 20-plus gallons to the American Red Cross.
Throughout his career, Jim made his mark designing and building custom homes and cabinets throughout Central New York and Western North Carolina. He was an avid golfer and a former member of Skaneateles Country Club, Skaneateles, and Pinehurst Country Club, Pinehurst, N.C. When he "retired" to North Carolina, he continued to create beautiful things and made many friends along the way. He was a true craftsman, and those of us who possess one of his creations feel the strength of his connection to his craft.
"A regular guy with a positive outlook, huge heart, wonderful, radiant smile and distinctive laugh," Jim will be truly missed by his family and friends.
He is survived by his beloved wife and best friend of 54 years, Nancy; son, Tim Wayne of Auburn, N.Y.; daughter, Sandra (Perry) Courto of Oneida, N.Y.; son, Brian Wayne of River Ridge, La.; grandchildren, Lauren, Kevin, Rich, Ann, Christa, Daniel and Hali; and his favorite four-legged companion "Sammy."
Jim is also survived by his siblings, DeLancey (Norma) Wayne, Mary Ann (Carl) Pearce, Albert (Patricia) Wayne, Robert Wayne, Cynthia (Steve) Myers; brother-in-law, Harold Ward; sisters-in-law, Doris Wayne and Joyce Hawley; "adopted brother and sister" Gary and Denise Mathers; and many cherished nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.
A celebration of life ceremony will commence at 2 p.m., Sunday, November 18, 2012, in the Forest Lawn Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to the service in the chapel. A reception will follow the service in the hospitality suite at Forest Lawn.
The family wishes to thank the staff at Elizabeth House, as well as the staff of Four Seasons Hospice for their compassionate care and support.
Contributions in Jim’s memory may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 South Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731 or the American Red Cross, 203 Second Avenue East, Hendersonville, NC 28792.
An online guest book is available at www.forestlawnhendersonville.com.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Ian Smart, 82
John (Ian) Christopher Smart, 82, died of complications following surgery. Ian was born in Berwick-upon-Tweed, England, in 1930 to Chrissie and Tom Smart.
On completion of his education in Berwick, Ian was lured to the big city, London, to follow his dreams and begin his career. A few years later, in 1962, he was given an even more exciting opportunity, a job with Neiman Marcus in Dallas. But nine years later, along with his partner, Adriaan Meijer, a career move took them to a job with Sears in Chicago. Following the purchase of a chain of department stores in Belgium, Sears relocated them to Brussels for three-and-a-half years to take advantage of Adriaan’s ability to speak Flemish. With a return to Chicago, Ian took a job managing a showroom in the Merchandise Mart which continued until a Sears downsizing prompted a 20-year retirement in Hendersonville.
Ian didn’t have family to survive him but his innate kindness and grace will remain in the memory of all whose lives he touched. Rest well, Ian.
A memorial service will be held on Nov. 20 at 10 a.m. at the All Saints Anglican Church, 15 McDowell Road, off of Highway 191, Mills River, phone 891-7116.
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Floride Stanley
HENDERSONVILLE— Floride Stanley, of Hendersonville, passed away Nov. 15, 2012 at Hendersonville Health and Rehab.
Jackson Funeral Service will announce the arrangements.
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Melvin G. Stone, 90
BREVARD- Melvin G. Stone of Brevard passed away Sunday, November 11, 2012, at his home. He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Ema, one daughter Margaret A. Stone, and 3 grandchildren; Emily, 12, Matthew, 9, and Abigail, 7. He is also survived by his sister, Rebecca Sharon and her husband James, of Seymour, MO, along with several nieces and nephews. He will be dearly missed by all, including his wife’s twin brother, Ruben and wife Nilda and their children.
Melvin is preceded in death by his parents, Finley and Blanche Stone, and his brother, Homer.
Melvin received a purple heart while serving his country in WW II. He met and married Ema upon his return from the war and lived the first 10 years of his married life in Uruguay, S. A.; which was Ema’s home country. Following their return to the States, Melvin taught English and Spanish for 30 years in Brown Deer, WI. He retired along with his wife to the Asheville area in the mid 80′s. Being avid nature lovers, they enjoyed a wide variety of outdoor activities. During his retirement, Melvin served his community in many ways including volunteering at the free clinic and teaching adult spanish classes. He also spent time pursuing his love of literature and writing.
A memorial service for Melvin will be held on December 9, 2012 at 3pm at the Unitarian Universalists Church of Transylvania County, 24 Varsity Street, Brevard, NC. This was his church home for many years. All who knew Melvin are invited to come and share in the celebration of his life.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to the Free Clinic of Transylvania County, PO Box 1136, Brevard, NC 28712 and attach a note that the gift is in honor of Melvin Stone.
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Margaret May Herron, 86
HENDERSONVILLE— Margaret May Herron, of Hendersonville, died Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at the Elizabeth House.
Born February 17, 1926 in Struthers, Ohio to the late Charles A. Herron and late Goldie May Herron. She had one brother, Charles Herron, who preceded her in death.
Margaret’s early education was in Youngstown, Ohio, where she later received her Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from Youngstown State University, Youngstown, Ohio. She later pursued additional studies at Georgetown University.
Following college Margaret taught botany and biology in Suitland, Maryland outside Washington, DC, and later taught the same subjects in Cos Cob, Connecticut.
She was scheduled to work with the Peace Corps, but due to family illness, this plan was delayed. She instead remained in the United States and worked with the VISTA Program, living in Jackson Hole, Wyoming and working with the Wind River Indian Reservation at Fort Washakie, Wyoming.
After a tenure of almost two years on the Indian Reservation, she moved to New York where she worked for the State of New York as a Social Worker until her retirement.
Following her retirement she moved to Asheville, North Carolina, and later moved to Hendersonville, North Carolina where she resided until her death. A memorial service was conducted at The Bridge at Lake Pointe Landing, Hendersonville, North Carolina, on November 13, 2012 with the Reverend Rolf Woodard presiding. Following a brief graveside ceremony, she will be interred at Lake Park Cemetery, Midlothian Boulevard, in Youngstown, Ohio.
She will be greatly missed by her many friends who were blessed to have known her.
An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com. Thos Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements.
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James E. Brown, 62
HENDERSONVILLE— James E. Brown, 62, of Hendersonville, NC passed away Friday,
November 16, 2012 at his home after an extended illness.
He is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Elizabeth Brown; three daughters, Ashley Brown of Morrisville, NC, Michelle Ingle of
Leicester, NC and Stephanie Brown of Asheville; two grandchildren, Chase and Reese Ingle of Leicester, NC; a sister, Diane Brown of Asheville, NC and an aunt, Norma Gowan of Fletcher, NC.
A celebration of life will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, November 17, 2012 at the Chapel In The Pines of Jackson Funeral Service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Four Seasons Compassion For Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793
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Luther Philip Hoesten, 91
FAIRFAX, VA— Luther Philip Hoesten, 91, of Fairfax, VA, died peacefully in his home on Veteran’s Day, 11 November 2012.
Mr. Hoesten was born May 4, 1921 in Queens, NY, and was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his parents Philip and Pauline Ida Hoesten; his sister Edna Hoesten Eifert; and his wife of 65 years, Annona Hopper Hoesten. He was a soldier who loved his country, and a P-47 fighter pilot who flew 78 combat missions with the 492nd Fighter Squadron in Europe during WWII. Immediately after the war, Mr. and Mrs. Hoesten were married in Nashville, TN. He designed and built their home in Bridgeport, CT where they raised their family, and he worked for Sikorsky Aircraft. They retired to Etowah, NC, and later joined their daughter’s family in Fairfax, VA.
He is survived by his daughter Mrs. Susan H. Watson of Fairfax, VA; son Mark S. Hoesten of Columbus, OH; two granddaughters: Lauren Watson Hanyok of Reston, VA; and Erin Leigh Muessig of Centreville, VA, and great granddaughter Vin Annona Muessig.
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Brent Triston Norlen
In loving memory, Brent Triston Norlen of Hendersonville,
Brent passed away on November 14, 2012. Brent was born on March 15, 1999 in Transylvania County.
He is survived by parents, Mother Misty Norlen and Fiance Mark Jarvis, Father Wesley Stamey and Fiance Brandy Hawks. His Sister Jordan and Brothers Nathaniel, Wesley Jr, Travis and Dakota, Grandfather Robert Jaburg, his maternal Grandmother Sherry Martin, Paternal Grandmother Peggy Martin. His Aunts Ashely, Ariel and Brook Jaburg, his Uncle Bubba Jaburg. Cousins Kylie, Aurora and Aubree and many other Aunts, Uncles and cousins.
He was a blessing to all who knew him. He was a happy child that loved the Lord and was not ashamed to show it. We know he now walks in Paradise. He will be missed by many and loved by all who knew him. Forever.
The viewing for friends and community will be Sunday November 18 at 6:00 PM at South Park Funeral Service in Hendersonville. The Funeral will be Monday November 19, 2012 at the South Park Funeral Chapel for family and close friends only please.
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Vincenza Sloup
Vincenza Sloup, 84, of Hendersonville, died Thursday, November 15, 2012 at the Elizabeth House.
She was the daughter of the late Rufino and Angela Cutropi Santos. She was also preceded in death by her son, William Sloup in 2011.
A native of New York City, she was a resident of Henderson County for 25 years. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and Apple Tree Hummel Club.
She is survived by her husband of 64 years, William J. Sloup; a daughter Maureen Bartolomeo of Albrightsville, PA; four grandchildren, William Sloup, Christina Tollison, Amanda Bartolomeo, and Dana Bartolomeo; a great-granddaughter, Lillian Tollison; and a sister Rose Haffner.
A funeral service will be at 12 noon on Saturday, November 24, 2012, in the chapel at Forest Lawn Funeral Home. The family will receive friends Saturday from 10-noon prior to the service. The family will also receive friends from 6-9:00 pm Friday in the chapel. Entombment will follow the service in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 31 College Place, Asheville, NC 28801.
A guest book or sympathy card is available at www.forestlawnhendersonville.com. Forest Lawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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