Melissa Anne Wilson
October 6, 1968 ~ July 24, 2025
Born in:
Burnsville, NC
Resided in:
Gerton, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailMelissa Anne Wilson, 56, of Gerton, NC, passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025.
Born October 6, 1968 in Burnsville, NC, Melissa was a daughter of Martha Anne Basnight and of the late Farrell Wilson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Gary Kurtz, who passed on October 25, 2024. She worked as an administrator in child development education.
In addition to her mother, Melissa is survived by daughters, Crystal Kurtz (Rick) and Delilah Kurtz (Harry); son, Philip Colwell (Jess); 7 grandchildren; sister, Heather Schwock (Brian); and brothers, Thomas Basnight (Kimberly) and Dylan Wilson (Jennifer).
Her family will receive friends on Saturday, August 23, at the Groce Funeral Home chapel on Patton Avenue from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. A memorial service will follow the visitation period. Those in attendance will be invited to share memories and thoughts about Melissa.
Floral arrangements are appreciated and may be sent to the funeral home.
Services
Visitation: August 23, 2025 1:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://grocefuneralhome.com
Memorial Service: August 23, 2025 2:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://grocefuneralhome.com
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Melissa will be more missed then I can put in to words such an amazing loving soul
We never met though I knew your heart through Thomas and Kim. I look so forward to meeting you in heaven around the table with Jesus. You’re home !💓
Melissa was a classmate and friend. Sending thoughts and prayers to the family.
Melissa was one of the sweetest most genuine co worker I had the pleasure of working with for 14 years. She was an amazing teacher and a mentor to many, truly a gem. Sending prayers to her family.
Melissa was one of the kindest, genuine, caring people I have met. She always had time to chat, and always had a smile on her face and a positive attitude, even when she was not feeling her best. She will be greatly missed here at Verner, and by everyone that knew her.
Melissa was a true blessing to each and every soul she encountered. She will be missed by so many. Prayers for her family through this time.
I will forever remember Melissa’s kindness, easy laugh, and her generosity in sharing her positive outlook. I count myself lucky to have known her.
We will miss this lovely lady all was a smile
We will miss this lovely lady all ways with a smile and a great co worker
Feel like a better human just to have known her❤️
I have always and will always look up to the example she set❤️
Such a kind soul and sweet friend. She was always smiling and her love of teaching made a difference on so many children that were lucky to be in her classroom. I will truly miss you friend. May you rest in peace