Ernest Greene
October 8, 1931 ~ June 22, 2015
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Ernest Greene, 83, of Asheville, died Monday, June 22, 2015, at the Elizabeth House.
A native of Cocke Co., TN., he was a son of the late James Alfred and Mattie Lawson Greene. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Dewey Albert Greene.
Mr. Greene was a co-owner and eventually the sole owner of AAA Auto Parts in Asheville. He was well-respected in the business community and served the greater Asheville area for nearly four decades. He was a hard worker and a great employer. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of Westwood Faith Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon.
He is survived by his wife, Sue Nichols Greene; son, Stuart Greene and wife Jessica; daughter, Jill Greene; grandchildren, Naomi and Bruce; and sister, Maureen Hollifield.
Memorial services will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday at Westwood Faith Baptist Church, with the Rev. Richard Baird and the Rev. Dr. Carson Moseley officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Four Seasons Hospice/ Elizabeth House, 571 South Allen Rd., Flat Rock, NC 28731, and/or to Westwood Faith Baptist Church, 150 Westwood Pl., Asheville, NC 28806.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting the family.
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Sue and family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you as you face the death of a person who was so special to all of you. Mama is unable to leave home but sends her condolences. God be with with you as you travel this road.
Lola Rogers and Margaret Johnston
I’m so sorry to learn of Ernest’ death. I worked with him for about 5 years at Hayes & Hobson, and kept in touch with him when he was at AAA auto parts. Ernest was known as an excellent automotive parts salesman. My sympathies to the family.
My condolences on your loss Stuart
Maureen, Roger, Sue and Family
We were so sorry to read about Ernest’s Passing. We have so many wonderful memories of the Greene Family who were such a big part of our lives as my brothers and I grew up in the Sardis and Bent Creek area. We are sure that Joe, Albert and Casey were waiting with open arms and smiles for him. We send our thoughts and prayers to each of you. May God Bless. .
Jill, Stuart, Sue and Family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. I have so many fond memories of Mr. Greene from growing up and hanging out with your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all.
Love & prayers. ..
So sorry for your loss he so glad I got to know him great man .keeping your family in my prayers
My prayers are with you Sue and your family during this difficult time. May God wrap you in His arms and keep you strong. Ernest was a godly man and has gone to be with the Lord. No more pain and suffering. Healthy body and celebrating with the angels and God.
Our family is praying for you during this time. Mr. Greene was such a strong Christian I know he has left you with lots of love and great memories.
Dear Sue and family-we are so sorry to hear of Ernest`s passing. Our love and prayers to all. Sorry to miss the service but we are in Florida. Sincerely Fred, Margo and Freddy
Memories of your father\’s love and friendship will be you and your family members\’ treasures to carry with y\’all always. All of the Burazer/Malmborg families send their heartfelt condolences. Blessings!
Sue, we are thinking of you and want you to know we care! As you may be aware Doyle has not been very well for awhile but he carefully read the obit for Ernest and said ‘we need to go to the service’. I mentioned they will understand if we can’t make it and he said, ‘you do remember it was Ernest who provided that comfortable transportation for Carlie to drive to Myrtle Beach to bring us home after that terrible accident’! That happened more than 25 years ago and the memories in all the following years are special, tender, meaningful, and most often fun. Our prayers and heart hugs are with you and ”maybe’ we will see you. Tender blessings.
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Ernest worked for my Grandfather (Max Hayes) and my Father (O.L. ‘Pete’ Garner) at Hayes & Hopson for many years as a salesman. He was very respected by his customers and all who knew him. I began working at Hayes & Hopson at 14 – mainly after school, during the summer and holidays – and Ernest was always very kind to me and took me under his wing and showed me the ropes of the auto parts industry. When I returned to the company after college, I took over Ernest’s sales territory when he, Gordon Duckett and Wates Whitaker decided to start AAA Parts. I rode with Ernest for many weeks, learning the territory and customers. He was so patient with me and taught me most everything I knew about the business. I will forever be grateful to Ernest for his kindness, compassion, and caring. May he rest in peace.
Sue, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Ernest was a wonderful man and it was an honor to have known him. May God bless you and your family in the coming weeks. Ernestine & George Stone
Sue, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. Ernest was a good man of God and we have many good memories of him when working side by side in Biltmore for many years. (Sherlins Auto Service) God bless each of you, Ray & Tammy Sherlin and the rest of the Sherlin family.
Sue, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. Ernest was a good man of God and we have many good memories of him when working side by side in Biltmore for many years. (Sherlins Auto Service) God bless each of you, Ray & Tammy Sherlin and the rest of the Sherlin family.
Rest in peace Ernest, You will be missed greatly.You and Sue were always so good to me.Ernest gave me a job when I didn’t know how I was going to make it, and he taught me a lot about the parts business and how to sell parts. It was a pleasure to work for him at AAA Parts and later as an associate at C&H Auto Parts. Sue, may God grant you and your family peace and comfort in this time of sadness. I love all of you, Phil Sorrells
Dear Sue, may God abundantly bless you and surround you with His Love and Care always. Ernest was a special man, very well respected and loved. He will be missed by many that knew him. I’m so sorry for your loss – only found out today so we’ll begin remembering you in our prayers,
Love you papa i will always remember you