Jack Mccurry

Asheville Jack McCurry, 68, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2013 at his home. A native of Buncombe County, Jack was an avid collector, specializing in Christmas items, as well as a Bonsai tree enthusiast. He worked as an accountant, and was a veteran of the US Navy during the Viet Nam era. Jack was the son of the late Andrew and Alma Netherton McCurry. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Gilmore V. McCurry, and a sister, Gloria Kathleen Walker. Surviving are his long time friend, Lee Teague; sister, Dorothy Ogle; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and his beloved pets: his beagle, Tank, and his yellow-napped Amazon parrot, Hobo. A memorial graveside service will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, with the Rev. Charlie Sams officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 2:30 PM Saturday at Anders-Rice Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to either of the following: Elida Home for Children, 2 Compton Drive, Asheville, NC 28806, The North Carolina Arboretum, 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806, or to the American Red Cross, Attn: Moore, OK Tornado Assistance, PO Box 4002018, Des Moines, IA, 50340. A Video Tribute will be available for a limited time. Click Here