Robert "Bob" Morton
January 14, 1936 ~ March 27, 2014
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Robert "Bob" Vernon Morton, 78, of Candler, passed away Thursday, March 27, 2014, at the John F. Keever Hospice Solace Center.
A native of Buncombe Co., he was a son of the late Vernon and Agnes Cody Morton.
Mr. Morton served in the U.S. Marine Corp. He was the co-owner of Biltmore Iron & Metal Co., Inc. After his retirement, he worked for Bob Ledford's RV and Todd's RV.
He is survived by his wife, Julie Davis Morton; daughter, Jaye P. Morton; children by marriage, Scott McJunkin and Donna M. Hyatt and husband Kemmy; granddaughter, Jennifer Searcy; grandchildren by marriage, Andrew McJunkin, Meghann Scott and husband Wade, Janna McJunkin, Katie Hyatt, Kirstie Pressley and husband Coleman, and Karley Hyatt; and great-granddaughter, Maci Pressley.
A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday in the Patton Ave. chapel of Groce Funeral Home, with the Rev. Danny Gasperson officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.
Memorials may be made to CarePartners Hospice, P.O. Box 25338, Asheville, NC 28813.
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Jaye, I am so very sorry for your loss. I knew your Dad for decades and he was a great guy. Heaven gained another angel to help the Lord with his work. You are in my thoughts and prayers. If I can do anything please let me know.
Julie and Family….my deepest condolences for your loss….you are in my heart and prayers….if I can do anything please don’t hesitate to call me….with deepest sympathy…..Jewel Atwood
Jay, so sorry for the loss of your dad………I will always have memories of the days I knew him……… Dale Helton
Julie, Donna and Family,
We were saddened to hear of your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time and let us know should you need anything.
C.J. & Patti Reece
Jaye and Jennifer, I am so sorry for your loss of your Father and Grandfather. My heart goes out to both of you. Love and prayers at this difficult time. Vicki
Julie,
Robbie & I were so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Keeping all of you in our thoughts & prayers.
Robbie Dempsey/Ruthie Baldwin
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Jim Medford/Mouse
Julie,
We are so sorry to hear of Bob’s death.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
My deepest sympathy go to the family of Bob Morton.
Neil Thagard
Neil K’s Hairstyling
Dear Julie and family, we enjoyed all our good times together and regret we didn’t get to see Bob during his recent illness. That man will certainly be sorely missed, however, we will see him again and can rejoice in knowing that. If there is ever anything we can do for you let us know. Your friends, Marie and Bill
Julie and all the family our deepest condolences and prayers. We know Bob will be missed so much. He was a wonderful husband and father. May your memories carry you thru this difficult time. Jennifer & Tom
Jaye and family, Sorry to hear about your dad,I just found out.He was always very kind to me,I am sure he will be missed. Mark & Kim
My sympathy goes out to family and friends. I hope the comfort of God’s word will strengthen you all in this trying time. The promise at Acts 24:15, that there is going to be a resurrection, will come true soon.