Emily Ann Weber

Emily Ann Weber, 62, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 13, 2018, with her daughters and husband holding her hand. A native of Mansfield, OH, she was a resident of Swannanoa for the last 10 years. She was the wife of Dennis Richard Weber, and the daughter of the late Frank and Emily Neal. She was also preceded in death by her father-in- law, Richard Weber. Emily was a graduate of Madison High School and Ashland University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business. A lover of animals and gardening, Emily was the rock of the family, always showing unconditional love. A devoted “Sitti” (grandma), mother, and wife, she often reminded her family “don’t sweat the small stuff—family and happiness is what’s important.” In addition to her husband, she is survived by 2 daughters, Claudia Elaine Townsend (Steven) and Monica Elizabeth Weber; her grandchildren Aydin Ali Weber, Aliese Ann Minard, August Sol Townsend, and Orion James Townsend; brothers Zachary Neal (Katrina) and Matthew Neal (Marlene); mother-in- law Norma Weber; sister-in- law Sinda Miller (Dan); brother-in- law Craig Weber (Cindy); and many nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at 5:30 PM in Graham Chapel in Gaither Hall at Montreat, with Rob Schermerhorn officiating, after which the family will receive friends in the fellowship hall. Interment will be in Mansfield, OH City Cemetery. Even in death, Emily thinks of others. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to MANNA Food Bank, 627 Swannanoa River Road, Asheville, NC 28805. Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road is serving the family.