Geraldine Brown Harpe
January 18, 1938 ~ August 23, 2004
Resided in:
Alexander, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Geri “Annie” Harpe, 66, of Asheville, passed away Monday, August 23, 2004, after a period of declining health.
Her loving husband of 47 years, Roger Harpe, three children of the Asheville area, Lee Davis and her husband Ed, Keith Harpe and his wife Patty, and Steve Harpe of Asheville survive her. Six wonderful grandchildren fulfilled her life; they are Corporal Craig Davis (USMC) and his wife Vanesa, Marissa Harpe, Matthew Davis, Ashley Harpe, Alex Harpe and Brandon Harpe. In addition to her immediate family she is survived by three siblings, Sonya Tutterow, Ernestine Bryant and Winfred Brown. Her twin sister, Shirleen Autrey, sister Margaret McCuiston, and brother George Brown preceded her in death.
Mrs. Harpe was the daughter of the late Ernest and Celia Brown. She was a member of Emma United Methodist Church where she was actively involved in the choir, United Methodist Women, and numerous community service projects. She also volunteered for Project Linus. Mrs. Harpe retired from Square D Company in June, 2002.
The family will gather on Tuesday from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue to greet their many friends.
A service celebrating Geri’s life will be at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 25, 2004, at Emma United Methodist Church, 55 Adams Hill Road, with burial at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The Revs. Bev Colombo and Wes Sharpe will officiate.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in memory of Geri Harpe to Emma United Methodist Church (Family Life Center), 55 Adams Hill Road, Asheville, NC 28806, or to Mountain Area Hospice, PO Box 25338, Asheville, NC 28813.
The family would like to thank Dr. Michael Messino, Tena Messer, and the nurses at WNC Cancer Center for their wonderful care, and to their family and friends for the many prayers and endless support during this difficult time.
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Heavenly Abba Father, I just lift up Geri’s family & friends up to You & ask that they feel Your love, comfort, & know that You feel exactly what they feel knowing that Geri is in a much better place than we are. No more pain, no more tears, no more troubles, just love, joy, & contentment. I ask this in Jesus’ name Who sit’s on Your right hand side until You come back.
Dear Lee and family, I am so sorry to know that your Mother has passed. My prayers are with you just as they have been for awhile now.My prayer is that God will wrap his loving arms around you all and give you peace and understanding, for time to heal. Lee you are very special and Gods love shines through you every day. My sincere sorrow goes out to you and your family. Love Doris Penland
Dear Keith and Patty, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult days. May God bless you and ease your pain.
Although I never worked with Geri, she was always very friendly and cheerful toward me.
May God be with you in this time of sorrow.
I worked with Geri at Square D. She was a wonderful person–she and I had some good talks about our children. Her children were very special to her. I know that she will be missed.
Dear Roger, Lee, Keith, Steve and Family,
Carson and I were saddened by the news of your precious wife and mother’s passing from this life into eternity. I would have visited your Mom if I had realized how sick she was. I have many warm memories of time spent with your family in your home while we were growing up. Carson and I are praying for each one of you during this difficult time and are celebrating with you that your mother is with God in heaven and is no longer suffering. We love you!
Carson and Kathy
Geri was one of the finest ladies I’ve ever know. She was loved by all the Square D people because of the way she treated others. She lived a sincere Christian life everyday at work or wherever she went.
Any friend of Barbara Kydd’s had to be a lovely person and I send my condolences to this lady’s family and friends. May God bless each one.
I am glad she is free from pain but the world is definately poorer and heaven richer for this lady’s passing.
love ann x
I work with Lee, Geri’s daughter, in the laboratory at Mission Hospitals. My thoughts are with your family. I know it has been a long road, but I know she has peace now.
Kevin Paxton
Roger,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Geri was a wonderful lady who inspired everyone around her. She will be truely missed.
Love Always, Keaton and Ilena
I am so sorry for your loss and you have my heartfelt condolences and prayers. I recently lost a very dear friend to cancer and I know Geri is with God and free of all pain. Celebrate her life and hold on to all the wonderful memories of the good times you shared.
Love and prayers, Marilyn
Dear Cousins, deeply sadden by our loss. What a lovely person she was, I have such great memories of our time together……visiting either in NJ. or NC. We send all our love to you !!!
Love…Rosemarie, Mike and Michael
Dear Harpe Family, I was fortunate to meet your dear, Geri, through Project Linus. She was such an inspiration to me. There was no doubt that she loved each and every one of you and also that she had a faith in the Lord Jesus Christ that was steadfast. Please know that you are in my prayers. She will be greatly missed.
With sympathy,
Becky Wright
I know how difficult this is for you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you to reach the day that the sad times are replaced with all the wonderful memories of happier times. Love to all.
My prayers and sympathy are with you. Geri was so very special to me. I knew her through Kristen Macemore and enjoyed her visits to
Bethel Baptist Church so much. I have so many fond memories of Geri
‘especially at Kristen’s wedding rehearsal dinner. She was such a strong person in her faith.
With Regards,
Jean S. Shore
Dear Harpe Family,
I have known Keith, Patti and the girls as well as and Hope and her family through several different organizations, working relationships and children’s activities over the years, but it wasn’t until I began working at Square D in 2000 that I had the opportunity to meet his wonderful mother, Geri. I remember walking the plant floor and always stopping in Geri’s area and she would always have an encouraging word for me when things were stressful. Our prayer is that God will bring comfort to you during this time. We will continually lift you up in prayer.
I love to remember Geri walking around our block. She was always so cheerful and happy. Geri had such a zeal for life and loved remodeling her home in our community and making it beautiful. While we will miss her so very much, she would not return here if she could. I want to express my sympathy to her family, and my prayers go out for them to get through this difficult time.
My thoughts & prayers are with you. Geri was a great friend to me when we worked at Square D. Gods Blessings always. Heaven has gotten sweeter…
Roger, Our deepest sympathy for you and your family on the loss of your beloved wife and mother. May God ease your pain during this time of tragedy.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I pray in time all your sad will turn into happy memories. If I can do anything for the family please let me know. I love you Lee.
Tina
Lee and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I know she will be missed.
I love you,
Anita-
Roger and Family –
Our thoughts and prayers have been with you over the past few months and will continue to be during this difficult time. We know Geri will be missed deeply, but her wonderful personality will live through those she left behind.
Your Friends at Erwin Hills Hardware
Dear Roger, Lee, Keith and Steve,
Many grieve along with you at the loss of a wonderful woman/wife/mom. Roger, you and Geri became extra parents to me over 30 years ago when you took on our youth group. Lee, Keith, and Steve, in sharing your parents with me, you became my sister and brothers.
Geri is now free from death, enjoying the presence of our Savior. While we mourn her departure, we do not grieve as those who have no hope. Because we know that in Christ she has now won the victory.
‘No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him.’
With love and prayer, sorrow and hope,
Steve Quakenbush
and for Janice, Amanda, Peter, Betsy and Daniel
‘The Lord bless you and keep you.
The Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you.
The Lord lift up his countenance upon you, and give you peace.’
My husband & I both worked with Geri
@ Sguare D. We will miss her greatly. Our prayers are with her family at this time of loss.
Sincerely,
David & Vivian Constance
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray you will feel God’s calming presence during this time. God bless you.
dear lee, ed, boys and mr harpe, i am so sorry for your loss. geri was a friendly, sweet person who will be missed. our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN,MY PRAYERS ARE WITH FAMILY IN THEIR TIME OF BERIEVEMENT!!
We were so sorry to hear of Mrs. Harpe’s passing. She was a wonderful woman who will be sorely missed. Please let us know if we can help in any way. Love, Sharon, Rusty, Matt, and Meredith Owen
My thoughts are with you and your family over your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Geri was a great lady. I know she will be missed.
Lisa & Keith Pagel
Ashley & Justin Bishop
Dear Lee and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. Mike Teaford
I WORKED WITH GERI AT SQUARE D. SHE WAS SUCH A GOOD FRIEND. I’LL MISS HER.