William Lloyd "Bill" Wolfe
June 20, 1954 ~ March 26, 2025
Born in:
Buncombe Co., NC
Resided in:
Candler, NC
William Lloyd Wolfe (Bill), age 70, of Candler, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his father, Rev. Lloyd Wolfe, mother, Gertrude, sister, Linda Falcone, brother, Earl Wolfe, and nephew Kevin Hughes, II.
Bill loved the Lord and his family and was very proud of his children and grandchildren. He believed in making others smile and laugh each day and was famous for his “dad” jokes.
Bill is survived by his wife of 48 years, Irene; daughters, Peggy Hughes, Staci Ensley (Joseph) and Rebecca Gillespie (Joey); and grandchildren, Reagan and Levi Ensley, and Andrew and Elizabeth Gillespie. He is also survived by a brother, Ron Wolfe (Pong) of Surprise, Arizona, and several nieces and nephews.
He retired from Asheville Buncombe Community College where he taught Business, Computer and Networking classes for over 20 years. Bill enjoyed spending time on the softball field, both as a player and an umpire. He also coached little league softball and basketball in the Hominy Valley Community when his children were growing up. Bill was proud to have served in the US Air Force and US Army Reserves, and a had a special place in his heart for Veterans.
Receiving of friends will be held on Friday, March 28th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue. A private graveside will be held later.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to MountainCare Adult Day Program.
The family would like to say a special thanks to the staff of the Aston Park Memory Care Unit and to the staff of MountainCare Adult Day Program for their wonderful care of Bill and their support of our family.
Services
Visitation: March 28, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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Worked will Bill at Schwitzer years ago. Bill was always good for a laugh and always ready to help. A great person and great co-worker. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
I am so sorry about Bill’s death. He was a wonderful man and a great father-in-law to my son Joey and a great papaw to my grandchildren Andrew and Elizabeth. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. Love and prayers, David & Shelia Warren
I am so sorry about Bill’s death. He was a wonderful man and a great father-in-law to my son Joey and a great papaw to my grandchildren Andrew and Elizabeth. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. Love and prayers, David & Shelia Warren
Dear Irene and Family,
We will continue to lift up in prayer ALL who loves Bill and that the tears will quickly fade to wonderful, cherished memories to sustain your hearts in these difficult days ahead. Bill was definitely the Life of the party and we are thankful that our paths crossed.💔
Love,
Tammy and Maxine Rogers
Irene, so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing! We Love You
Rebecca and the rest of the family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Irene, We are so sorry for your loss. We enjoyed talking to you and Bill at church. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort at this difficult time.
Dear Wolfe Family
I am so very sorry to hear about Bill he was a great guy we worked together at Schwitzer years ago but I would see him often at the grocery store or gym and catch up. Bill will be greatly missed by all that knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Ron and family and
Irene and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know Bill will be missed!
I got to know Bill over the last few years and enjoyed chatting with him about our common bond as veterans. He was a good man. My condolences to his family and friends!
I knew Bill on the faculty of A-B Tech. He was a strong addition to our college, enjoying his students in a genuine way. Bill helped to make life better for countless students. Please accept my sympathies for the loss of this good man.