Helen Gertrude Edwards Lytle
February 13, 1943 ~ January 30, 2026
Born in:
Asheville, NC
Resided in:
Fairview, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailHelen Gertrude Edwards Lytle, 82, of Fairview, NC passed away on January 30, 2026. She was born to Ransom Edwards and Estoy Silvers Edwards, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Wayne I. Lytle.
She is survived by her three children, Harvey Lytle (Wanda), Herman Lytle (Susan), and Rhonda Pruitt (Jeff); brothers, Chuck Edwards and Raymond Edwards; her grandchildren, Kristie Moore (Josh), Scott Lytle (Andrea), Chad Harvey (Trisha), David Lytle, Kori Elliott, Kris Greene, Kasey Greene, Kody Shlenk, Serenity Mack, Jeffrey Pruitt (Christa) and Ray Pruitt; and four great-grandchildren, Tait Harvey, Stetson, Jagger, and Payslyn. She is also survived by her little dog that she loved dearly, Tanner.
She was loved by all her family and friends. She will be dearly missed.
A Celebration of Life is planned for Friday, February 13, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at the Place Fellowship Church in Fairview, NC (located beside Food Lion). Her family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the WNC Bridge Foundation, formerly the CarePartners Foundation.
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road is assisting the family.
Services
Celebration of Life: February 13, 2026 2:00 pm
The Place Fellowship Church
2 Laura Jackson Road
Fairview, NC 28730
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road
856 Tunnel Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
(828)299-4416
http://grocefuneralhome.com
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So sorry for your loss. But happy she has gone to be wit our Lord.
Maria Horton
Your former Girl Scout Leader
So sorry to hear this she was a sweet lady. She will be missed not only by her family but by all that knew her. Kenny and Linda Reed.
I’m so sorry to her of her passing. She was always so sweet and kind to me and my husband. Prayers for the family.
We miss you nanny ❤️
So sorry to hear about your mom, she was a great lady, I remember her from when Forester and Wayne worked together at Alliance Carolina. Just know I’m thinking about all of you.
Kay Fields
So sorry to hear of Helen’s passing. She will be greatly missed. Until we see each other again. I love you. Sending love to all .
Harvey, Herman and Rhonda I am sorry to hear about your mom passing. She was such a sweet lady. Praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time. Love you all.
Very sweet, beautiful person and aunt. Mine and Carol’s continued condolences are with you.
I enjoyed knowing Helen . We both had a love for crafts and bonded with our love of all crafts . I will miss her very much
Herman and Susan we are so sorry for your loss and we are holding you in our hearts during this sad time. May Helen’s soul be received by heaven and may her memory be a blessing to all who knew her.
So sorry to hear of Helen”s passing,my sister Elaine shared the news with me this morning.We grew up as neighbors many years ago,in Oakley,I to pray her soul be received by heaven,and my love to all her family
Rhonda, Herman and Harvey and to all of Helen’s grandchildren I’m truly saddened for your loss.
Sending lots of hugs and prayers.
I’m so sorry.
Love to all.
Harvey and Lytle Family
Sorry to hear about your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sally Reed Ownbey
Harvey, Kristie and all family i am so very sorry for your loss. I did not know her but I do know she must have been a wonderful woman because she has a wonderful son and granddaughter who dearly loved her. My prayers are with you during this difficult time and may God give you strength and comfort 🙏 ❤️
I’m so sorry to hear about Helen’s passing. We have been neighbors for years. Her and Wayne were both special people. I just found out. Love and prayers 🙏 for the family.