David Vance Ledford
April 20, 1950 ~ July 15, 2013
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
David Vance Ledford, 63, of Asheville, died July 15, 2013, at home after a long courageous fight. He was a warrior! Peace at last surrounds him, no more pain to bear.
David was born in Asheville on April 20, 1950, to Everett Lee Ledford and Beatrice Taylor Ledford. He is survived by his loving wife and soulmate of 40 years, Nancy Lynn Thompson Ledford, daughter, Heather Ledford Miraflor/Jose, and son, Brandon Vance Ledford/Marisa. He adored his grandchildren, Addison and Gigi Miraflor, and was looking forward to the birth of one in August. Sisters, Betty Silver, Priscilla Boone, Brenda Johnson, brother, Richard Ledford, 25 nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and their children as well. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Everett and Billy Ledford, and grand-daughter Gabby.
David served in the Navy, and graduated from AB-Tech. He went on to work for ABC Control for almost 38 years, where he was operational manager.
David will long be remembered as a man of integrity, who valued honesty, kindness and generosity. He was a people person and made friends easily anywhere he went. He loved to play golf, watch western and war movies, gamble, work in the yard, and tinker around the house.
A memorial service will be Sunday, July 21st at Montmorenci Methodist Church in Candler, at 5:00 pm, followed by visitation in the fellowship hall. Burial will be Monday, July 22nd, at 12:00 pm in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Candler.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting the family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Nancy along with your family. – Jeff Lovette
I went to Enka HS with David and remember him as a quiet and gentle person. He will be greatly missed.
I attended Enka High School with David and he was a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers will be with the family.
Even though we only shared one class our junior year, David always went out of his way to say hello in the halls and between classes. The world was a more cheerful place for those who shared his trail for a while… rest in peace my friend.
It was a privilege working with David. He will truly be missed.
Nancy, my condolences and prayers to you and your family.
I went to Sand Hill and Enka High with David. I remember his wonderful since of humor. God Bless, Roma Letterman Bullman
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family
Nancy, I am so surprised to read of David’s passing.You and the children are in my thoughts and prayers.
David was one of those unique persons whose personality and character is unforgettable. I am honored to have worked with David and to have gotten to know him as a friend.
My sincere condolences are to his family. They are in my prayers.
Brenda and family, I am so sorry to hear about David. May your whole family remember the good times and take one day at a time. God Bless.
Nancy, Heather, & Brandon, we were saddened to hear about David. You are all in our prayers. Love to all