Ruth Bradley Parton
January 6, 1934 ~ November 3, 2013
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
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Ruth Bradley Parton, 79, of Asheville, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, November 3, 2013.
A native of Buncombe County she was a daughter of the late Jeff and Hester Davis Bradley. She is also preceded in death by her husband, James Edward Parton, Sr.; one brother, George Bradley and two sisters, Christine Henderson and Bertha Yarborough.
Ruth did factory work for many years and was a devoted wife and a great mother and homemaker.
Ruth is survived by her son, James Parton, Jr. of Christiansburg, VA; her daughters, Cathy Sherlin, Paula Parton and Peggy Parton all of Asheville; five granddaughters; two grandsons; three great granddaughters; and one great grandson.
Funeral services will be held Friday, November 8, at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road. Chaplain Ken Kelly will officiate and burial will be in Gashes Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Memorials may be made to Care Partners Adult Day Care Program, 68 Sweeten Creek Road, Asheville, NC, 28803, Care Partners Hospice, P.O. Box 25338, Asheville, NC, 28813, or to Alzheimer's Association, 31 College Place, Asheville, NC, 28801.
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road is assisting the Parton family.
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My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sadness as you say ‘goodbye’ to your Mom. I know how your heart is breaking, but have peace in knowing that she has her complete mind now and is walking the streets of gold with your Dad and her parents. Can’t you just see that beautiful smile that I was lucky to see often, kneeling before God. Oh what a glorious reunion you will have one day.
Tami, i am so sorry for your loss God Bless your family during this sad time.
Paula I remember your Mom being so sweet to us when we would run in and out of your house when we were growing up. She was always smiling. You have wonderful memories of your Mom. I will be praying for you and your family during this time.
Cindy
To the Parton Family: I know if Daniel was still with us he would tell you to keep your memories close in your heart. I remember how welcoming Ruth and James were the first time I met them after marrying Daniel. They were so sweet to me. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.