Kathryn "Kathy" Penland Buckner

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February 5, 1959 ~ September 20, 2023

Born in: Buncombe Co., NC
Resided in: Candler, NC

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Kathryn “Kathy” Penland Buckner, 64, of Candler, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at Mission Hospital.

Born February 5, 1959 in Buncombe Co., Kathy is a daughter of Johnny William Penland and Ann Floyd Penland.

In addition to her parents, Kathy is survived by her husband, Michael “Mike” Allen Buckner; daughter, Laura McMahan (Casey); son, John Buckner; grandchildren, Austin and Evan McMahan, and a sister, Beth Tuten (Tommy).

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 26, in the Patton Avenue chapel of Groce Funeral Home, with Pastor Allen Rash officiating. Interment will follow at Pisgah View Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m.

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Visitation: September 26, 2023 10:00 am

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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Funeral Service: September 26, 2023 11:00 am

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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Burial: September 26, 2023 12:00 pm

Pisgah View Memorial Park
1529 Smokey Park Hwy
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 667-4415

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  3. To Kathy’s family, So sorry for your loss of your wonderful, sweet lady. We’ll always remember her & all the good she did in this world. Love Luci & Tom Buckner

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  4. Kathy’s love for her family, her community, her friends has left an ever lasting impact in the world. She had a huge heart, and has left a void for all who loved her. Our deepest condolences to her beloved family. Til we meet again Kathy, we love you.
    Pat and Rick Richardson

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  5. Kathy was a wonderful light, always genuine and sweet. We will surely miss her. Godspeed Kathy. I pray God will bless her family and friends🙏🏻and somehow ease their grief🙏🏻

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  9. I am truly sorry for your loss. I have known your family all my entire life as I grew up right next door. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and wish so much that I could be there to offer my condolences and pay my respects for the services but have had my own family emergency. Please know that your family has always been precious and dear to me and you loved💜

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  10. So many memories of times with Kathy and FAmily since we were roommates in 1977 at Warren Wilson. Meals at the FAmily house, going to church, visiting as we became adults with families. Schaffer D reunions. Knowing that I could message Kathy at any point and she would understand. Hugs to all the family..

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  11. We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. We became friends with Kathy when our daughters were in K, then Girl Scouts, and also Confirmation classes. Kathy was so dedicated to her work and her family…always the bright light! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.🕊️

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  12. I am so sorry to hear about Kathy. I knew her from our days together at Warren Wilson College. My sympathies and condolences to her family and her friends.

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  13. My condolences and thoughts surround the Penland and Buckner family. I am so sorry to hear this news. Holding you in a place of light and love.

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  15. We have fond memories of Kathy and her family during their time at Montmorenci UMC. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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  16. What an amazing soul! Giving, committed, generous, loving…you all know there are so many more ways to describe her. I’m so grateful she has been part of my life. I will miss her friendship…the little ways she let me know she loved me…our times together with Mike and Austin…There are memories of her all around my home, and for that, I am grateful. I carry her in my heart. My sympathies to Mike, her kids, grandkids, sister & family, and parents.

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  17. We extend our sympathy to Kathy’s families. Kathy maintained volumes of information on the Buckner family and all her efforts were greatly appreciated. We are comforted to know Kathy loved God and she is in His presence. May her families find peace and comfort in God. From the Mafrey Barnwell families.

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  19. Kathy was one of the nicest persons you could ever hope to meet,enjoyed seeing her on Friday nights, she will be missed

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  20. I’m so very sorry to read about Kathy’s passing. She was a very dear friend during my time at WWC. We shared a lot of laughs together with the many friends we made there. I know she will be greatly missed by all that knew her. Our family wishes her family much love during this difficulty time.

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  22. Kathy radiated a special light , and was filled with kindness, a love of family and quiet service to those she knew and worked with during her lifetime. It is sad to see her leave this earth so soon. My thoughts and prayers go out to her entire family. May God bless Kathy and her family and bring peace to all who grieve her loss.

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  23. Nancy and I are so sorry to hear about Kathy’s passing.
    We pray for God’s Holy Spirit to calm Mike and the family’s hearts and to be with you all during this time of mourning.
    Dale and Nancy Storm

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  26. Dear Penland and Buckner Families,

    I am grieved for you all in this loss. I am sensitive as I lost my sister, Sara at around the same time. I know this has likely left many numb. My prayers are for you all.

    All my love,
    Laura Crockett

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  27. I just learned of Kathy’s passing. We worked together for 22 years in two different school settings. Kathy was smart, organized, knew her field, very skilled in planning and thinking ahead. She loved her family dearly. Mike, John, Laura, Beth and Tommy—I am so sorry. May you feel comfort and peace and God’s love around you.

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