Groce Funeral Home

01/12/2026

Planning ahead means peace of mind for you and your family. By making decisions now, you ensure your wishes are honored and your loved ones won’t have to worry during a difficult time.

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01/10/2026

Please join us in honoring Terrie Ann Starnes Henderson. A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday, January 11 at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue with burial of her ashes to follow at Riverside Cemetery. Her family will greet friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2:00 until 3:00 PM.

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Terrie Ann Starnes Henderson, 92, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025. An Asheville native, Terrie was a daughter of the late Charley and Lillie Mae Morgan Starnes. She was also preceded in death

01/10/2026

Please join us in honoring Gregory "Greg" Eugene Roberts. Family and friends will gather for a time of visitation from 2:00 until 4:00 PM on Sunday, January 11 at Groce Funeral Home's Lake Julian location in Arden.

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It is with a heavily broken heart that we announce the unexpected passing of Gregory Eugene Roberts on December 4, 2025. Greg was born 59 years ago in Buncombe County to the late Mary Helen (Hollifiel

01/10/2026

Please join us in honoring Betty McCulloch. A Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, January 11 at Oak Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery.

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Betty Taylor McCulloch died Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Elizabeth House in Flat Rock, NC. Prior to her short stay there, she resided in her independent cottage at the Marjorie McCune Center in Black

01/09/2026

Please join us in honoring Adalynn Mae Masters. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, January 10 at Chestnut Grove Church in Leicester with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will greet friends from 5:00-6:00 PM on Friday, January 9 at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue.

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Adalynn Mae Masters was born on January 4, 2026 sleeping in the arms of Jesus. She fulfilled her purpose by bringing love, hope and faith to all who awaited her arrival. She was the most precious gift

01/09/2026

Today, on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we recognize the commitment, dedication, and sacrifices made by law enforcement professionals, past and present, who serve our communities. Thank you.

01/09/2026

Please join us in honoring Vivian "Thelma" Lance McGraw. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, January 10 at Skyland United Methodist Church and the family will greet friends at a reception at the church immediately following the service. Groce Funeral Home's Lake Julian team is assisting the family.

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Vivian “Thelma” Lance McGraw, much-loved matriarch of the McGraw family, passed from her earthly life into Heaven on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at The Lodge at Mills River Health and Rehabilitat

01/08/2026

Please join us in honoring Steven "Doc" Haynes. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, January 9 in the Chapel of Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian with burial to follow in Calvary Churchyard. His family will greet friends at the funeral home on Friday from 1:00 until 2:00 PM.

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Steven (Doc) Zachary Haynes, of Lewisburg, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026. Steven was born in Buncombe County, North Carolina, to Helen Ann Zachary Haynes Todd and the late Brian St

01/08/2026

Please join us in honoring Dr. Nelson Parke Davis, II. A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, January 9 at Riverside Cemetery. Visitation will follow at Groce Fuenral Home on Patton Avenue.

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Nelson Parke Davis, II, born November 12, 1939 in South Bend, Indiana, passed away Monday, January 5, 2026 in Asheville, NC. He spent his formative years growing up in Jamestown, NC, where the values

01/08/2026

Please join us in honoring Carolyn Cavan Dalton. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, January 9 in the Chapel of Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue.

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With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, sister, and friend, Carolyn Cavan Dalton, daughter of the late Hunter Davie Cavan and Martha Jean Everett Cavan. After a brief illness,

01/05/2026

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01/05/2026

Please join us in honoring Jerome "Jay" Delano Ziemianski. Family and friends will gather to celebrate his life from 1:00 until 5:00 PM on Tuesday, January 6 at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue.

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Jerome “Jay” Delano Ziemianski, 88, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at his home. Jay was born on January 7, 1937, in Pennsylvania, to the late John and Gertrude Ziemianski. He was als