Edna Gelene King
January 11, 1934 ~ November 9, 2020
Born in:
Buncombe Co., NC
Resided in:
Leicester, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailEdna Gelene Jennings King, 86, of Leicester, passed away Monday, November 9, 2020, at Mission Hospital.
A native of Buncombe Co., Edna was a daughter of the late Raymond and Frances Eleanor Davis Jennings. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Green King, two daughters, Sharon King and Wanda Stines; and a son, Ricky King.
Mrs. King was a member of Jones Valley Baptist Church, and she was retired from Vanderbilt Shirt Co.
Surviving are her daughter, Linda Sue Lee (Joe Vescovi); son, Larry “Butch” King (Jean); brother, Arlo Jennings (Arlene); son-in-law, Gilbert Stines; 16 grandchildren; and a number of great and great-great grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday at Green Hills Cemetery, with Rev. Ervin Nash officiating.
Services
Graveside Service: November 14, 2020 2:00 pm
Green Hills Cemetery
25 New Leicester Hwy.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-9831
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://grocefuneralhome.com
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Butch & Linda, Mother and I are so sorry to learn of Gelene’s passing. Please know that even though we are both unable to attend visitation, you and your loved ones are In our thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss. Gene was a wonderful person. Praying for you and your family.
I am so sorry for your loss. Gene was a wonderful person ❤ praying for you and your family.
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I was Gelene’s Pastor for a little more than 14 years. She was always such a sweet and kind lady. She was always so gracious to Gaynelle and myself, having us in her home for meals and also cottage prayer meetings. I know you will miss her greatly. Love you all and you will be in our prayers.
Rev. Garry & Gaynelle Rogers
Linda and Butch. I am sorry for your loss. I will miss your wonderful mom more than you will ever know. We talked on the phone most nights. I will truly miss that. She loved you kids with all her heart. I was so blessed to have her as a sister in law. Gilbert she loved you too as a son. I am so glad she is no longer in pain and is home with the Lord.
Will truly miss her. Victoria Austin Jennings
Larry, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God’s grace bring you comfort during this difficult time. Love you. Paul and Teresa
My deepest condolences to the family. I will dearly miss my sister, her soft voice, her patient ways, and mostly I will miss our telephone conversations. She was a very sweet person, a joy to know. To those in family, please understand that distance and health makes it very difficult for me to attend the grave site services, but I will be there in spirit. God will be with us all.
God help you.
I am so sorry Butch and Linda to hear about your mother! She was a special lady!! Shared many good times with your family!! Love you all and are in my prayers!!! Mike and Tina Conard
Dear ones, I am so sorry for your loss. I only met Mrs King at Wanda’s memorial service. She was such a sweet person. Even in her grief she was an encouragement to me. I have thought of her often and kept updated regarding her health through Jr. (Gilbert). May the Grace of the Loving Saviour and memories of happy times sustain you all in the difficult days ahead. LaMarr Hyatt
Butch,and Linda,I always thought of Jean as my second mom.I loved her so very much,and I have always loved the whole family.There are not enough words to describe how much she will be missed.My heart goes out to you both,as well as the whole family.