Michael "Mike" Eugene Maddux
September 3, 1955 ~ November 1, 2026
Born in:
Aiken, SC
Resided in:
Swannanoa, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailMichael “Mike” Eugene Maddux stepped into Heaven to be with the Lord November 1, 2026, after a long weekend with countless visits from loving friends and family. Mike was born September 3, 1955 to “Big Nat” Nathaniel Maddux Sr. and “Abby” Avenelle Maddux, while briefly residing in Aiken, S.C.
Mike grew up in Asheville with his five siblings, Marilyn, “Busy” Lizabeth, Nathaniel “Nat” Jr., David and Natalie. He later called Swannanoa home. Mike is survived by his loving wife of 23 years and best friend, Carla Maddux.
Mike and Carla have a wonderful blended family. He was a caring and loving father to his children, Jeni Maddux and Austin Maddux, as well as Carla’s children: Ashley, Chris, Jeff and Mark. He was the best Pepaw to Elijah, Mya, Gracie, Zeke, Joe, Cole, Cooper, Abigail, Brinlee, Koi, Breslyn, Bex, Lyla, Violet, and Rose.
He went to A-B Tech and majored in Hotel and Restaurant Management where he found his love of cooking. He held two successful careers as a businessman, most recently being Asheville Fence, the business he built with his wife.
Mike was the hardest worker any of us knew. He poured himself into every project with determination. Whether he was laying rock walls around his mountain, or planting flowers and trees, he brought lasting beauty to the places he touched. Nothing made him happier than trading his cowboy boots for a pair of work boots and getting his hands dirty.
Mike leaves behind a beautiful legacy of his love and care for everyone he met. He will forever be known as the man who never met a stranger.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, November 8th, at 2:00 p.m. at his home church, Biltmore Church, East Campus, 801 Fairview Rd., Asheville, NC 28803. The family will receive friends beginning at 1:15pm, prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Black Mountain Children’s Home, a place that was very dear to his heart.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue is assisting the family.
Services
Celebration of Life: November 8, 2026 2:00 pm
Biltmore Church - East Campus
801 Fairview Road
Asheville, NC 28803
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828) 252-3535
http://grocefuneralhome.com
A fine man
He welcomed me and I knew he would be a friend for life from day one. Mike was one of those rare people that you felt his compassion and sincerity the moment you met him. I will miss him dearly but ever thankful for seeing him live out the love of Christ. I’ll see you when I get there my friend.
Jennifer (Frye Fence)
I am saddened to learn of Mike’s passing. We probably met in the early 1970’s. I last saw him 3-4 years ago when he built a fence and installed a gate for me. Mike was a really good man and as the obituary said: “Mike was the hardest worker any of us knew.” To his entire family I extend my most sincere sympathy.
Carla: We are so very sorry for the loss of Mike! May you fine peace and comfort in the days to come. Marty and Joy
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Carla, I was so sorry to hear about Mike. Please know that my prayers are with you and your family. Love, Nancy
Oh my Carla, I am SO incredibly sorry to see the passing of Mike! He was truly a special man and such an awesome assest to our office, Miller Family Dentistry! Mike’s smile was contagious! We shared many stories of our Lord and his goodness! Mike will be missed beyond measure! Heaven is sounding sweeter all the time! So thankful it’s not goodbye, but just i will see you in a little while! My thoughts and prayers always, Sheila
Many a bottle of Boone’s Farm was emptied in teenage Mike’s basement. And our parents never knew. RIP, my friend.