Shirley Ann Clark Israel
August 19, 1936 ~ July 29, 2019
Born in:
Buncombe Co., NC
Resided in:
Leicester, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailShirley Ann Clark Israel, 82, passed away Monday, July 29, 2019 at Mission Hospital.
A native of Buncombe Co., Shirley was a daughter of the late Dallas Berlin Clark and Delia Wright Clark. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Elizabeth Stowe and Mildred Embler, and her brother, Berlin Clark.
Mrs. Israel retired after 50 years in banking, as a Senior Teller and more recently as a Customer Service Representative with First Citizens Bank. She was a lifelong active member of Newfound Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday school and sang in the choir. She was also a member of the Gideon’s Auxiliary.
Surviving are her husband of 62 years, Gay V. Israel; daughters, Teresa Israel Hurley (Thil) and Patricia Israel Cook (David); grandchildren, Jennifer West (Chad), Bethany Smith (John), and Jessica Cornett; and great-grandchildren, Trinity, August, Layla, Brooke, Julliana, Coco and Alexander.
Funeral services for Mrs. Israel will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 31, at Newfound Baptist Church, with Pastor Bradley Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Her family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Memorials may be made to the Newfound Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, PO Box 6, Leicester, NC 28748.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue is assisting the family.
Services
Visitation: July 31, 2019 2:00 pm
Newfound Baptist Church
New Leicester Highway
Leicester, NC 28748
828-252-3535
Funeral Service: July 31, 2019 3:00 pm
Newfound Baptist Church
New Leicester Highway
Leicester, NC 28748
828-252-3535
Burial: July 31, 2019 4:00 pm
Newfound Baptist Church Cemetery
New Leicester Highway
Leicester, NC 28748
828-252-3535
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://grocefuneralhome.com
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I am so sorry to hear this news, my thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time
I’m so sorry – she was a very special person.
So sorry to hear this about our beloved “Granny”, we called her that at work. Heaven has gained a sweet spirit. Prayers for her family 🙏
Aunt Shirley you will be missed!!
A very special Aunt You will be missed
Shirley was a good Christian friend over the years. My prayers are with Gay and all the family.
I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed working with “Granny” ! She will be missed.
Teresa and family,
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Another deposit in heaven. I always enjoyed seeing her at the bank and hearing stories about your parents from Preacher Phillips when we worked together. What a special lady and family. May God hold you especially close in the coming days.
Aunt Shirley, I’ll miss you and the visits sharing tales about granny and granddaddy! Rest peacefully 💕
The family of Roxie Clark Young extends their condolences on the passing of your loved one. Our prayers for all during this difficult time.
Shirley was like a 2nd Mom to me growing up. I remember all the good times we had at your house and how she always made me feel like part of the family. She was a wonderful person. I am so sorry for your loss.
Dear Gay and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Shirley was a good friend all the while we were at Newfound Baptist Church.
I don’t ever remember seeing her without a smile on her face. She was a woman of integrity and faithfulness to her church, her family and community. We love you and pray for peace in a way only our Lord can give.
Gay, Teresa, Patty, and family.
I was sad to hear that Shirley had passed. I worked many days with her at the bank. Even in our respectful retirements we stayed in contact. She was a special lady and could give as good as she took. My husband
use to love teasing her calling her “granny” and she called him “old man”. She has given us many memories to remember her. May God give you comfort during the days to come.
So sorry to hear about Shirley very sweet women , Shirley is my husband David Willis aunt, he loved her and Gay alot all of us did.I pray GOD will give each and everyone peace in there heart and comfort love the Willis family.
Our sincerest condolences. Gay and family will be in our thoughts and prayers .
I am so sorry I did not know Shirley had passed . She was a wonderful lady. My prayers are with the family.
Gwen Collins
My thoughts and prayers to the family. Shirley was a great beacon of light to is at First Citizens. She will always be in our hearts.