John Dawson Myers
April 29, 2008 ~ March 12, 2023
Born in:
Asheville, NC
Resided in:
Fairview, NC
John Dawson Myers, born April 29, 2008 to Barbara Ann Turbyfill Myers and John Corish Myers of the Fairview community, died at his home on March 12, 2023. He was a ninth-grader at A.C. Reynolds High. In addition to being an excellent student, he was a member of the JV and Varsity football teams and was beloved by all.
Dawson was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Frances Dawson Joiner Myers and Frederick Myers, Jr., and by his maternal grandfather, Ivan Turbyfill. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his maternal grandmother, Ella Turbyfill Smith and step-grandfather Larry Smith, and by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Groce Funeral Home is handling arrangements. No public visitation is planned but there will be a graveside service on Sunday, March 19, at 4:00 p.m. at Mountain View Memorial Park, 392 Tabernacle Road, Black Mountain, NC.
In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged to A. C. Reynolds High School, earmarked for Athletics, One Rocket Drive, Asheville, NC 28803.
Services
Graveside Service: March 19, 2023 4:00 pm
Mountain View Memorial Park
392 Tabernacle Road
Black Mountain, NC 28711
(828)669-7626
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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Such a wonderful young man! He will be remembered for his smile, laugh, friendship to others and being so polite. Prayers of comfort and peace that passes all understanding for his family. I always told him to call me Aunt Pam (Brady’s aunt).
You will be missed forever. We love you buddy!
Aiden was blessed to have had such a wonderful friend and brother! We will continue to pray for the family and the community! Rest in Peace Dawson, you are already so very missed we love you 🕊️
Continue to pray for you both
Psalm 34:18 “The Lord is close to the broken hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
Our Love, Thoughts, and Prayers, are with you both!!
Praying, The peace of God which passeth ALL understanding shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus!
I remember Dawson from his years at Fairview and he rode my bus in his last several years there. He is absolutely one of the sweetest most kind and respectful kids I’ve known in all my years there. I pray fervently for Gods peace to envelope you both as you go forward. I hope you can rest in knowing that he’s in heaven and you will see him again.
I am so sorry for the loss of this young man. He always had a smile on his face. He was sweet and funny.
It is with sadness and a heavy heart that we sign the guest book of a great young man. We had the privilege to know Dawson and watch him grow up with our son Brandon since pre-school. Please know we will always be here for you if needed.
Corby, Cassie, Corbett, Brandon
Praying for the Family, there are no Words for the Loss of Any One so Young.
May God bring Peace and Happiness Back to this Family
Mike Penland
We here at ACRHS are beyond saddened by the loss of one of our promising young students. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our school is here for you and your family if we can help in anyway. May the heavens embrace you and give you strength in each and every day. With deepest Sympathy ACRHS PTSO.
Mark and Becky Holt.
Dear Cousin John and Bobbie,
I am thinking of you both as you mourn your boy.
Sending love and strength to you both from Michigan, Susanna De La Garza Brown
I am so so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to the entire Myers and Turbyfill family and all those whose lives were touched by Dawson’s. I did not know Dawson personally, but his life clearly had such a positive impact on so many. The Asheville tennis community stands with you in deepest sympathy.
– Heidi Koester, Asheville
I am so sorry.
My heart breaks for you both.
Sending love. A lot of love.
I was so shocked and saddened to hear about Dalton. I, like most everyone can’t imagine the pain and sadness you’re experiencing. Please know we’re thinking about you guys. I wish we had more than words to offer you.
Cam and Wendy
I have been in 1st grade for 12 years now, and Dawson remains the sweetest, kindest little gentleman I have been blessed to have in my class. My prayers are with your family and his many friends. May God comfort you and heal your broken hearts.
I can not begin to imagine the heartbreak y’all must feel. My prayers are that God will comfort you both and bring you peace in some way.
I am so sorry for your loss of your precious son, I didn’t know him but my grandchildren went to school with him and said he was someone that could brighten the day and smart and very well liked. I am praying for God to comfort you through out the coming days.
Dear John & Bobbie, Our heart aches for the loss of your son. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are here if you need anything.
No words . I am so sorry. Prayers to you
Jen and I love you both, and we thought Dawson was a great kid. We are so sorry for your loss. We want you to know that we are right down the road, we care, and would do anything we could to help you, even if it’s just to talk. You are in our prayers, and just know you are lifted up and loved.