Judith "Judy" Pate
December 4, 1941 ~ December 4, 2017
Resided in:
Swannanoa, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
ASHEVILLE - Judith “Judy” Anne Worley Pate, 76, of Asheville, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 4, 2017 at her residence, after an extended illness. She was surrounded by her loving family.
A native of Haywood County she is the daughter of the late Clifford and Artha Gentry Worley. She worked as a nurse in Buncombe County before retiring. She was a loving wife, loving mother and loving grandmother.
Survivors include her husband of fifty-five years, George Lewis Pate; son, Terry Pate of Black Mountain; daughters, Janet Lyles and Tamra Price, both of Swannanoa; grandson, Cameron Lyles who was her pride and joy; brother, Willard Worley of Swannanoa; sisters Ruth Payne (Glen) and Sarah Phillips (Dennis) all of Candler; sister-in-law, June Watkins of Fletcher; nephew, Jeff Payne of Clayton and niece, Tina Robinson of Black Mountain.
A funeral service will be held Thursday at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel of Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery. Rev. Bobby Shehan will officiate and burial will follow.
In lieu of flowers memorial may be made to Care Partners Hospice Home Care, P.O. Box 25338, Asheville, NC, 28813.
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road is assisting the family and the online memorial is available at grocefuneralhome.com
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Dearest Janet and Tamra.
I am so sorry to learn of your precious Mother’s passing. I pray you can soon find peace knowing she is in heaven with our Lord.
Much love,
Pam Coleman
So sorry for your loss Janet.Praying for you and your family for God to comfort and give you peace during this difficult time. I know this is hard for you but also knowing that you will see her again. I don’t think she would want to return to earth to this cruel world. Bless you and your family. Praying
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and Prayers are with the family.
Our hearts ache for each of you in the family. Judy was one fine lady, and we were guests in her home several times. She had a lovely smile, as well as a loving and caring heart. Cousin George loved to tease her, and she always had a come-back. We loved her dearly, and our prayers and thoughts are with you. May God truly bless you in this time of sorrow. Love and Blessings to you.
Big hugs and lots of love and prayers for you during this incredibly tough time for you. You are in my heart and if there is anything at all I can do for you please let me know. Love you – Karen Cline
I have such good childhood memories of Judy. She was so good to me when I would come to her house to play with Janet. I’ll miss her being there on the hill. Praying for all of you at this difficult time.
Janet and Tamra, I know this is so hard. I wish you both peace knowing you will see her again.
So so sorry to hear this. I was her Dental Hygienist and she was such a sweet lady. I just saw this on fb. Don’t know what to say. Very sad.
Of course, prayers for the family.
George, Terry and family. So very sad to see that Judy has passed. Please accept our condolences on your loss. There is a better place where she will be waiting for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Penny and Pat Kerns
Viera Drive
Judy was such a sweet & kind lady always had a smile. Janet & Tamara I’m sorry for your loss
Janet, Cameron and Take a and family,
Stevevandvi are so sorry to hear of your great loss. Inknoe she has struggled for a long time. It’s been hard on you guys as well. Please know you’re in our
Prayers. Sending hugs and love and may God over-power you with his love and peace. We love you!
Steve, Marisa, Bailey and Emalyn Oxner
So often, life takes us to places where we loose touch with people who we care about, but I never forgot Judy. She was always kind to me and a wonderful person to be around. I know for sure she is in a better place now and being a caregiver on the other side. I will truly miss her kindness and goodness she carried. My life was better because I was fortunate to have known her. My sincere sympathy to all the family. I know she will be missed.
To all of Judy’s family & friends,
We are so sorry about the loss of our beloved Judy. Judy was a very special cousin, and we have many fond memories of happy times together. We pray that God is holding each of you especially close during this difficult time. May God hold you even closer during this Christmas season and bless you with renewed peace and comfort in the new year.
With our sincere love and sympathy,
James, Lazelle, & David Thomason &
Jack & Donna De Luca
Janet, Tamra, Sarah, Ruth & the rest of the family, my heart goes out to each of you during this difficult time. I had hoped I would be able to attend the service but unfortunately can’t. Know that I’ll be there in spirit. Judy was so special. I still her giggle! We had good times at Asheville Head, Neck & Ear! Prayers will go with you in the days ahead.