Kenneth Leonard "Ken" Larsen

Mar 22, 2023

Kenneth Leonard Larsen, 81, of 62 Clarendon Road, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 22, 2023.

A native of Cook County, Illinois he had resided in Buncombe County since 1971 and was a son of the late Clarence Melvin Larsen and Ruth Lindquist Larsen. He was also preceded in death by his...

Judith Ann "Judi" Street

Mar 20, 2023

Judith Ann Willis Street, “Judi”, 72, passed away peacefully on 3/20/2023, surrounded by those she loved most. Judi laughed a lot, lived life to the fullest, and loved her family and friends dearly. Malic, Aiyana, and Nadia were the highlight of her life.

Judi was predeceased by her husband, Arthur Street, parents, Laura Lou Boone...

Bessie Sharpe Sams

Mar 18, 2023

Leicester – Bessie Sharpe Sams, 92, passed away on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at her home while surrounded by family.

Bessie was born in Leicester on June 22, 1930, to Came and Mary Ward Sharpe. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Weaver; son, Ronnie and his wife Donna; daughter-in-law, Mae; brothers: Cecil,...

Betty Jean Benson Coleman Moore

Mar 17, 2023

Asheville – Betty Jean Benson Coleman Moore, 89, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 17, 2023, at her home while surrounded by family.

Mrs. Moore was born on March 27, 1933, to Rev. Horace “Tobe” Benson and Nellie Warren Benson. She is preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Arney...

Jerry Dean Riddle

Mar 17, 2023

Asheville – Jerry Dean Riddle, 77, went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 17, 2023.

A native of Buncombe County and a son of the late Jeter C. Riddle and Lucille Lee Riddle. Mr. Riddle was a 1964 graduate of Clyde A. Erwin High School, R.V and Automotive Salesman and member of Stoney...

Harold Lee Sprouse

Mar 10, 2023

Alexander – Harold Lee Sprouse, 75, went to his eternal home on Friday, March 10, 2023, at Memorial Mission Hospital.

A native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County, he was a son of the late Lewis Martin Sprouse and Margaret Edna Mae Spivey Sprouse. He was also preceded in death by his sisters: Joyce Riebell...

Theresa "Mama T" Baker

Mar 10, 2023

Leicester – Theresa “Mama T” Woody Baker, 64, passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023, at her home in Leicester.

Theresa was born on August 8, 1958, to Wayne Woody and Launia Sluder Woody. She is preceded in death by her parents, and brothers: Leon and Bobby Sluder.

She was an...

William Thomas Muse, Jr.

Mar 8, 2023

Asheville – William Thomas Muse, Jr., 69, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at Mission Hospital.

A native and resident for most of his life of Buncombe County, Mr. Muse retired from the City of Asheville Water Resources Department following 34 years of service. It was due to his diligence in making sure water...

Minnie Ronchi Bogue

Mar 8, 2023

Asheville – Minnie Catherine Ronchi Bogue, 94, went to her eternal home on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at the Deerfield Retirement Center.

A native and resident of Blanford, IN for most of her life prior to moving to Mandeville Jamaica, WI for 10 years prior to moving to Asheville in 1981, she was a daughter...

Mary Sue Motes Phillips

Mar 8, 2023

Asheville – Mary Sue Motes Phillips, 81, went to her eternal home on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at her residence. Her daughter, Lisa, was with her at the time of her passing.

A native of Madison, GA Mary was a daughter of the late Raymond Motes and Maebell Pendergrass Motes. She...

Heather Pethtel

Mar 8, 2023

Fletcher – Heather Ann Marshall Pethtel, 42, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at the JF Keever, Jr. Solace Center.

A native of Blythe, CA, she was a long-time resident of Daytona Beach, FL and had resided in WNC since 2019. She was a Recruiter in the Entertainment Industry and...

Gail Mcpeters Jones

Mar 5, 2023

Gail Louise McPeters Jones, 78, born on May 17, 1944, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 5, 2023, at her residence while surrounded by family.

A native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County, Gail was a daughter of the late Gay Marvin McPeters and Juanita Bailey McPeters. She was also preceded...

Jonathan "Jon" Stephen Sparks

Mar 4, 2023

West Asheville – Jonathan “Jon” Stephen Sparks, 43, born on August 3, 1979, went to his eternal home on Saturday, March 4, 2023.

A native and lifelong resident of Asheville, Jon was a beloved son of Edward “Ed” Sparks and Anita Wills Sparks. He is preceded in death by his companion, Henrietta Caldwell.

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Linda Carol Risco

Mar 4, 2023

Linda Carol Risco, 72, died on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Mission Hospital.

Anders-Rice Funeral Home is attempting to locate her next-of-kin. Please call (828) 254-3511.

Anders-Rice Funeral Home is Honored to Serve the Risco Family.

James H. "Jim" Cordell

Mar 3, 2023

Fairview – James Harold “Jim” Cordell, 81, of 188 Old Fort Road, passed away Friday, March 3, 2023, at the John F. Keever, Jr., Solace Center.

A native of Houston, TX, he was a US Navy Vietnam War veteran and was a son of the late Harry McClellen Cordell and Bessie Margaret Wilton Cordell.

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Jo Ann Mcmahan

Mar 1, 2023

Asheville – Jo Ann Calloway McMahan, 83, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at The Oaks of Brevard.

A native and resident most of her life of Buncombe County, she was former Owner and Operator of Jo Ann’s Fashions and Limited Editions Clothing. She was a graduate of Lee H....

Harold "Wayne" Connor

Mar 1, 2023

Harold “Wayne” Connor, 59, born on January 4, 1964, went to his eternal home on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at the Memorial Mission Hospital.

A lifelong resident of Buncombe County, Wayne was a son of the Sheila Cabe Connor and the late Harold Oneal Connor. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death...

Ruby Jean Foster

Feb 27, 2023

Woodfin – Ruby Jean Rumbough Foster, 64, of 22 Laurel Terrace, went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 27, 2023, at her residence.

A lifelong resident of Buncombe County, she retired in 2021 from Woodland Hills Ingles where she served in the Floral Department.

She was a daughter of...

Miles Forrest Debruhl

Feb 25, 2023

Alexander – Miles Forrest DeBruhl, 82, born March 16, 1940, entered into his eternal home on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at his residence.

A native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County, Miles was a son of the late Gardner Gary DeBruhl and Clara Ledford DeBruhl.

Miles attended Clyde A. Erwin High...

John Guffey

Feb 21, 2023

*** Anders-Rice is attempting to locate Next of Kin for Mr. John Guffey.  Please contact us at (828) 254-3511 with any information. ***

Asheville – John Guffey, 84, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at the Care Partners Hospice John F. Keever, Jr. Solace Center.

A native of Buncombe...