Frances Ducker
January 29, 1929 ~ April 23, 2026
Born in:
Buncombe County, North Carolina
Resided in:
Arden, North Carolina
Asheville Butterfly TrailFrances Ducker, 97, of Arden, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026.
A native of the area, she was born in Asheville on January 29, 1929, to the late Paul J. Alexander and Lillie Mae Snelson.
Frances was a devoted mother whose life was defined by her generous, giving spirit and a sparkling personality that brightened every room she entered. Her warmth and kindness left a lasting mark on everyone who knew her.
She is survived by her children, Beverly Haines and Bobby Ducker, along with a loving extended family. Frances was preceded in death by Brenda Bledsoe, Donna Ledford, and Albert Mullinax.
The family will receive friends during a time of visitation from 11:00 AM until 12:00 PM on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian, located at 72 Long Shoals Road, Arden, NC 28704, followed by a graveside service at 12:30 PM at Averys Creek Christian Church Cemetery.
Services
Graveside Service: April 28, 2026 12:30 pm
Avery's Creek Christian Cemetery
Avery's Creek and Brevard Road
Arden, NC 28704
Visitation: April 28, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828)687-3530
http://grocefuneralhome.com
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Beverly and Bobby, I’m so sorry to hear about Aunt Frankie passing away. She was always such a sweet person and we all loved her.
Kathy Haynes McWhorter
Beverly, I’m sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Stephanie
Family your in our prayers and thoughts during these times. Sam and Diane Morgan
This was a funny precious lady . Loved this family soooo much