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Jennifer Whiteside Philadelphia PA
Jennifer Ida Arial Whiteside, 72, passed away on Friday, November 19, 2021, at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. She was born on March 15, 1949, in Asheville, NC to the late Haywood Shumate II and Mary Jo Johnson.
Jennifer attended Stephens-Lee High School and went on to receive her GED through Hillcrest Enrichment Program. She was a member of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Jennifer was employed as a baker with Acheme Market. She enjoyed playing video games and...
Jennifer Ida Arial Whiteside, 72, passed away on Friday, November 19, 2021, at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. She was born on March 15, 1949, in Asheville, NC to the...
Billy E. Gardenhight, Sr. 87, passed away Friday, November 19, 2021.
Billy was a native of Asheville and a son of the late Edward Eugene Gardenhight and Fannie Williams Gardenhight.
He attended the Asheville public schools and was a graduate of the historic Stephens-Lee High School, Class of 1954. At Stephens-Lee, Billy was captain of the football and basketball teams. He was inducted into the school's first sports Hall of Fame. He attended Shaw University. Billy...
Billy E. Gardenhight, Sr. 87, passed away Friday, November 19, 2021.
Billy was a native of Asheville and a son of the late Edward Eugene Gardenhight and Fannie Williams Gardenhight.
He...
Kedrick Tevon Green “Cricket”, 29, passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2021. He was born in Asheville, NC on September 15, 1992, to Terria Shade Lytle and the late Errol Green.
Cricket graduated from Community High School in 2011 and attended South College. He was a member of St. John Baptist Church where he was a drummer. Cricket loved fast cars, sports and his favorite team was the San Francisco 49ers. He also had a love for fishing. He will be remembered for his infectious...
Kedrick Tevon Green “Cricket”, 29, passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2021. He was born in Asheville, NC on September 15, 1992, to Terria Shade Lytle and the late Errol...
Ruthell Slydell Taylor, 77, of Asheville, NC, passed away on Monday, November 15, 2021, at the Laurels of Green Tree Ridge. She was born on March 27, 1944, to the late Edward Greene and Ruthell Howard.
Ruthell worked as an assembler at Square D Company before retiring. She was a member of Tried Stone Missionary Baptist Church. She loved to sing, bake, listen to music, watch Michael Jordan play and spend time with family. She was also a care taker to many.
In addition to her parents, she...
Ruthell Slydell Taylor, 77, of Asheville, NC, passed away on Monday, November 15, 2021, at the Laurels of Green Tree Ridge. She was born on March 27, 1944, to the late Edward Greene and Ruthell...
Dwight Aaron “Dooda” Allen was an amazing son, brother, dad, grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend. He left this world suddenly on November 13, 2021 at the age of 56.
Dwight was born to Sherlyn and Willie Allen on March 18, 1965, in Asheville, North Carolina. He attended Asheville City Schools and graduated from Asheville High School in 1983. After graduating from high school, the journey to accomplish his dreams continued. Dwight attended Shaw University in Raleigh, North...
Dwight Aaron “Dooda” Allen was an amazing son, brother, dad, grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend. He left this world suddenly on November 13, 2021 at the age of 56.
Dwight was born...
Military Veterans United States of America
Ray Funeral & Cremation Service acknowledges the service of veterans who have served in the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy and Space Force. We honor veterans who have served in America's Wars: World War I (1917-1918), World War II (1941-1945), Korean War (1950-1953), Vietnam War (1964-1975), Desert Shield/Desert Storm (1990-1991). Although not officially declared a US war by the Department of Veterans Affairs, we honor veterans who served during the...
Ray Funeral & Cremation Service acknowledges the service of veterans who have served in the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy and Space Force. We honor veterans who have...
Clarence Bratton Asheville NC
Clarence Benjamin Bratton, 87, passed away Friday, November 5, 2021 at CarePartner's John F. Keever Solace Center.
Clarence was born June 25, 1934 in Asheville, North Carolina to the late Charles Furman Bratton, Sr. and Mary Stoner Bratton. He honorably served our country in the United States Army during the Korean conflict. Clarence was employed 43 years as a chef for St. Joseph’s Hospital. He was an honorary member of Seniard Creek Farms, a hunting and...
Clarence Benjamin Bratton, 87, passed away Friday, November 5, 2021 at CarePartner's John F. Keever Solace Center.
Clarence was born June 25, 1934 in Asheville, North Carolina to the...
Joel Lawson Mills River
Joel Everette Lawson fell asleep in death on Thursday, October 28, 2021. He was born on April 13, 1938, in Dimmitt, TX to the late Johnie Lawson and Willie Williams.
He was preceded in death by his beloved stepdad, Billie Moore; mother, Willie Moore of Columbus, NC; brother, Charles Clark Moore of Greenville, TX.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Geneva Brittain Lawson; son, Matthew Lawson and his wife and children of Arden, NC; stepson, Jay Madison; stepdaughter, Melissa Trantham,...
Joel Everette Lawson fell asleep in death on Thursday, October 28, 2021. He was born on April 13, 1938, in Dimmitt, TX to the late Johnie Lawson and Willie Williams.
He was preceded in death by...
Mary Alice Daniels Williams, 79, passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at John F. Keever Solace Center. She was born on June 4, 1942, in Asheville, NC to the late Minnie Lee Daniels.
Mary retired from J&S Cafeteria with 25 years of service.
In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by brothers, Charles Daniels and James Daniels; sisters, Willie Mae Daniels and Yvonne Daniels.
Left to cherish her memory are sons, Gary Williams of Asheville, NC, Curtis Williams of...
Mary Alice Daniels Williams, 79, passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at John F. Keever Solace Center. She was born on June 4, 1942, in Asheville, NC to the late Minnie Lee Daniels.
Mary...
Henry Ligon, Jr. 55, passed away Sunday, October 24, 2021 at Mission Hospital.
Henry was a native of Asheville and a son of the late Henry Ligon, Sr. and Carol Jones Ligon. He attended the Asheville City schools. Henry was an entrepreneur and established several businesses, including Asheville Glass and Mirror, a window glass and glazing company.
Surviving family include sons, Dominque Harris, Rashad Harris and Scorpio Hicks, Tatek Selassie; daughter, Trelawney Ligon;...
Henry Ligon, Jr. 55, passed away Sunday, October 24, 2021 at Mission Hospital.
Henry was a native of Asheville and a son of the late Henry Ligon, Sr. and Carol Jones Ligon. He attended the...
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