Arlene Keller Koehler
April 30, 1935 ~ August 14, 2013
Resided in:
Fairview, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Fairview – Arlene Grace Keller Koehler, 78, passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at the John F. Keever Hospice Solace Center.
A native of Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of the late Henry G. Keller and Frances Castaldo Keller Davidson. She also was preceded in death by her daughter, Dr. Karen Marie Koehler in 2010 and her son, Stephen M. Koehler in 2012.
She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Ronald J. Koehler; daughter-in-law, Charlene Koehler and two grandchildren, Sarah and David.
Mrs. Koehler loved Jesus with all of her heart. She taught the Pioneer Girls at the Smithtown Gospel Tabernacle and also taught dental practice management for years. She was the Chaplain of the Ladies Auxiliary at the Fairview Volunteer Fire Department for seven years. She was a prolific writer and loved her family above all.
A funeral service will be held at 12:30 PM on Monday, August 19, 2013 in the chapel of Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian with Pastor Daniel Allen officiating. Interment will follow in the Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 pm Sunday at the funeral home and again from 11:30 until 12:30 Monday prior to the service.
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Ronnie, It is with great sorrow and heavy hearts that we send our condolences to you, Charlene, Sarah and David. I’ll always remember the fun times our family shared over the years, starting with the old Buick with the rumble seat. Our love and prayers are with you. Your loving brother and sister-in-law, Ray and Lois
Ron,
My heart aches for you but I rejoice for Arlene. How happy she must be now and full of health and vigor. I pray for you much that God would comfort you and I know He is doing so already. I count it a great privilege to know you and your precious wife.
Love,
Tommy Logan
Uncle Ronnie, I am so sorry for your loss, prayers and thoughts are with you, always,
your loving neice, Camille
Dear Uncle Ron: So sorry to hear about Aunt Arlene. She will be missed. Hope you’re holding up okay. With love and prayers – Linda
Ron,
It is a pleasure to have met you and your family, and we will miss Arlene and her sweet notes and neat hand writing. We recently received a card from her less than a week before her passing, and still have the card on our bookshelves. I know you will miss her, but she is with your children, and what a reunion that will be. The picture sure reminds us of Karen. We plan to be there for the memorial service at Lakey Gap church, where we look forward to seeing you again.
Love,
Mike and Judy
Dear Ron,
Arlene will be missed by all who knew her. What a dear sweet soul! We pray God will give you strength and peace to face each day.
We feel so fortunate to have crossed her path and got to know her before she went home.
May God comfort you,
Maryalice and Stephen
Dear Uncle Ron:
All of our prayers and love for you and Aunt Arlene, through this time and forever.
Love: Greg, Lori, Gregory, Allison & Evan White
Brother Kohler our prayers are with you. We Love and Appreciate you and hope to see you soon.
Dear Uncle Ronnie
The kids and I send our deepest regrets for the loss of Aunt Arlene.
Although we are far apart in distance we were never far apart in our love for you.
Love Herb, Andrea, Kristine and Herby.
Dear Ron,
Our hearts & prayers go out to you.
you both are our dearest friends.
Harold just received his birthday card
May God be with you, All our love.
Ron,
Our prayers are with you…Don
Dear Uncle Ronnie,
We were very sad to hear of Aunt Arlene’s passing. We send you love and prayers to help you at this difficult time. Our sincere condolences.
Love Virginia, Ray and the Family
Dear Uncle Ron,
We are so very sorry to hear of Aunt Arlene’s passing. We will keep her in our prayers. Love Geraldine & Leo Olsen
Ron:
I met you all when I was married to Jim Gaddy – those many years ago – and we were doing your pest control/handyman work – while I was going thru my awful divorce, Arlene was such a person for me to call and lean on – she was wise, loved the Lord, was kind – and always was so helpful in our phone converations, when my heart was so broken. This week I saw her death announcement, and was so sad. Many times I drove thru Fairview for various reasons – and thought so fondly of you two – and what wonderful people you two were and how you all touched my life. I live in East Asheville w/ my 85 year old mom – am happier than I have ever been – and am so, so sorry for your loss – what a blessing this woman was ! !
Ron:
I met you all when I was married to Jim Gaddy – those many years ago – and we were doing your pest control/handyman work – while I was going thru my awful divorce, Arlene was such a person for me to call and lean on – she was wise, loved the Lord, was kind – and always was so helpful in our phone converations, when my heart was so broken. This week I saw her death announcement, and was so sad. Many times I drove thru Fairview for various reasons – and thought so fondly of you two – and what wonderful people you two were and how you all touched my life. I live in East Asheville w/ my 85 year old mom – am happier than I have ever been – and am so, so sorry for your loss – what a blessing this woman was ! !
Mr. Koehler, I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed the short visits with Mrs. Koehler while I serviced your generator. I am sure she is feeling great and having a reunion with your children. May God be with you during these lonely times. Your friend Chet (Carolina Energy Systems)
Bro Koehler and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I love Arlene and I am going to miss her, I love and am praying for you my Friend. God Bless you always, Love Linda
Dear Ron: I just learned of Arlene’s passing and wanted to send you my deepest sympathy. You and Arlene were so kind and loving when my Mom and Dad were going through many health challenges in their final years. You were very comforting to me also in the weeks and months after their passing. Please know that I share your loss and will forever cherish your friendship. Your friend, Gerry Huntley, at 330 Sugar Hollow Road.