Brenda King Mears
February 15, 1949 ~ October 13, 2016
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Brenda King Mears, 67, of Asheville, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 13, 2016.
Brenda was born February 15, 1949 in Port Townsend, Washington, to the late William C. "Bill" King and Betty Conner King. She was a graduate of Enka High School class of 1967.
She was a wonderful, God loving person with an amazing smile and warm heart to all she touched. Brenda attended Mount Carmel Baptist Church, where she enjoyed the Disciple Sunday School Class, always loving to sing and praise the Lord.
Brenda is survived by her husband of 33 years, Jack P. "Jackie" Mears, Jr.; children, Mark Jarvis (Joyce) and Melana Jarvis; granddaughter, Jordan Spaulding and grandson, Caleb Jarvis; brothers, Bruce King (Rhonda), Barry King (Amy), and Blake King (Beckie); nephews, Austin King, Cody King and the late Brent King; nieces, Tyla Willis (Cameron) and Megan King; special mother-in-law, Helen "Granny" Mears; and special and loving friends, Jane Brabson and Debbie Fowler.
Visitation will be held at Groce Funeral Home, Patton Ave. from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. on Sunday. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 11:00 a.m. at Mount Carmel Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Ronnie Owen officiating.
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Jackie, I will be there if I am able to. I can’t comprehend this. It was just a total shock, I’m still unable to comprehend it all. I may be one of the few people who actually come closest to understanding how you feel. As you probably recall, 10 years ago, I lost my fiancé Darell Lawson so unexpectedly. One minute he was there, the next he was gone. I’m just grateful that I was supported by the best family I could ask for. Well, you have the same family and love and support that I did. We are your family and will ALWAYS be here for you! I love you Jackie. Just as I love Brenda. Those two statements will never change.
Jackie and family, our hearts are breaking with you, we pray that God will be with you during this time and give you the strength for this tragic time in your life . Brenda was a beautiful person inside and out and a very true friend to whoever she came in contact with. We can find some peace knowing that she is with her Lord and her Mom and Dad in heaven
Jackie and family, our hearts are breaking with you, we pray that God will be with you during this time and give you the strength for this tragic time in your life . Brenda was a beautiful person inside and out and a very true friend to whoever she came in contact with. We can find some peace knowing that she is with her Lord and her Mom and Dad in heaven
Thinking of you and your family with prayers.
Jackie, I was stunned and saddened by the news of Brenda’s passing. I fondly remember her relationship with my wife. They could talk forever about anything and everything. I pray that you will find peace in your heart through this difficult time. We have always loved you and Brenda. She was a always a light in the darkness and will continue to be through eternity. I was shocked and miss her, I cannot imagine how you and your family feel right now. I know my wife (Jackie) has always had a special place in her heart for Brenda. She is and was a special lady.
Jackie and family you know the love I have for all of you. I am praying for you all but most of all I am here for the days and months to come. Never forget that my sweet friend would not forgive me if I didn’t do for you what she would have done for me family if the shoe were on the other foot. God Bless you all .
I’m so sorry, my heart is broken. She was one of the sweetest people in the world. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. She will be missed. Much love
Jackie & Family, I am so very sorry to hear of Brenda’s passing. I know the pain you are going through and want you all to know I’ll be praying for you during this difficult time. Love and prayers
You will be missed but now you are at final resting place with our HEAVENLY FATHER!
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Brenda was a very sweet lady. We met when our son Chris was in school with Melana. God Bless.
Mark and Joyce sorry for your loss. Jack so sorry for your loss and Jackie too. I love Brenda, All of you are in my prayers.If there anytime I can do Joy call me plz
Jackie and family, i am so sorry to hear of Brenda’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Jackie and family,I was so sorry to hear of your loss you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers ..
Jackie, I am so sorry to learn of Brenda’s sudden home-going. We love you and can’t fathom the depth of your grief. But know that God’s comfort and grace will sustain you and we all will constantly be in prayer for you all.
My heart is so broken over the news of Brenda passing. Jackie I’m so so sorry. I am devastated for you and your family but know you are in our thoughts and prayers and we’re sending so much love your way. You both will always hold a special place in my heart.
Jackie, I am so sorry to learn of Brenda’s sudden home-going. We love you and can’t fathom the depth of your grief. But know that God’s comfort and grace will sustain you and we all will constantly be in prayer for you all. I will surely miss her greeting every Sunday morning as she enters the Sanctuary for worship. In your picture, both of your smiles are identical and so precious. I love you both.
I am so very sorry about Brenda passing away. Jackie my heart goes out to you…I was shocked when Rhonda told me about her…Know that we are sending you our love and prayers…God be with you and give you comfort during this sad time.
Jackie,Mark and family , I am praying for God to heal your broken hearts. I am so blessed to have Brenda as a friend ! I will miss her terribly. All my love ,
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking about you and your family. God Bless you all. Prayers to all of you.
Jackie and family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Jackie you are expected to continue to attend the family reunion an any other events.
Love,
Sha & Sam
Prayers to you and your family. I only know of her thru Mark and Joyce and they always spoke nice things about her. She will definitely be missed by all! Embrace the love and support from all the loved ones around you to give you the strength and courage to get thru this difficult time.
I am still in shock to hear of the death of the most amazing Brenda. Her smile was not only beautiful, but contagious. Jackie and children, how my heart hurts for all of you. Brenda was such a beautiful soul and leaves so many behind to mourn her.
Bonnie Smith and family
Bruce,
I’m so sorry for the deep sorrow you must be feeling in the loss of your sister. Sometimes we just don’t have the words to say other than ‘I’m sorry’. I am thinking of you and all your family.
Dear Loved Ones,
Our hearts are broken with this sudden loss of our dear Brenda. She shall be sorely missed.
With our love and deepest sympathies,
Sharon and Scott
I’m so sorry to hear this new…just a few days ago I could exchange a few words with her by messenger…
It has been so long without having news from you all, I was so happy about it.
I told Brenda that we could talk to each other very often…But What happened wasn’t in our plans! I remember her as someone who was always smiling and with nice words for everyone.
Jackie, Linda, Rebecca, AlÃcia and everyone who loved her…I’m so sorry, from Barcelona I think a lot about her… it seems hard to go on, But you’ll do it. As son as you can, try to Put a smile in your face…she would like it! Love, Mar Serra
My heartfelt sympathies to family and friends. May the Lord grant you peace and comfort as you go through this valley of grief. I am so sorry for your loss and I will be praying for you.
Jackie and family – Sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
So sorry to hear of your loss, I remember her from my childhood on Lee’s creek. Time passes so quick.
My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Kevin Honeycutt
Jackie and family – So sorry about the passing of Mrs . Brenda she was and always will be a very precious lady to the Wilson family . Her smile was so contagious . So sorry for your loss we will continue to keep the family in our thoughts and
Jackie and family:We are so sorry for your sudden loss of such a important person in your life. Our thoughts and prayers will be that you will find comfort GODs comfort will be with you.
So sorry to hear about Brenda, it breaks my heart that someone so wonderful has left us so soon. My prayers are with you and your family.
Jackie and family,
Praying for comfort and strength during this time.
Our deepest sympathies.
So sorry for your lost Jackie she was a wonderful person. I have so many memories of her growing up.she was so fun to be around
We are so very sorry for your loss. Brenda was such a sweet lady. We are praying for God’s grace and mercy to comfort you today and in the days ahead. May God bless each one of you.
Barry, Amy and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Can’t imagine what you are going through. It is such a loss to everyone she touched. All of you are in our prayers.
Jackie and family I was so sad to hear of Brenda’s passing. She was one of the nicest people I’ve ever had the privilege of knowing. You are all in my prayers, may God’s unfailing love give you comfort.
Mark and Melana, My family’s prayers are with you at this though time. Lee Stowe and Family
Prayers are being to you Jackie and family. I am very sorry about your loss. you’ll be in my thoughts and prayers buddy.
To Jackie, Mark, Melana and family…I was shocked to here that a woman otherwise so full of life has passed. I hadn’t seen her since my dad’s passing 3 years ago except through random facebook posts, but she always looked full of life in her smile. I know she is celebrating with Jesus in Heaven today and would want her life celberated and her family to live on strong in Christ.
*celebrated
Jackie and Family, Your in our thoughts and prayers.
We were so sorry to hear of Brenda’s passing. We were neighbors for many years and were blessed to have known her and her children. Our prayers and sympathy are extended to her family and God Bless you all.
Neil & Delores Thagard
Jack and Family: We are so sorry to hear of Brenda’s passing. She was such a special part of your life. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Please feel free to call if there is anything we can do for you.
Just want to say what a wonderful woman Brenda was. I ment her many years ago at church and she was so warm hearted and always concerned for others. Her smile is one that you never forget. I just want to tell the family how sorry I am for their loss . I was unable to be there with the family, but my heart and mind and prayers were and are. havaNgreat family
Jackie
Just a few words to express my sorrow I am for your loss. You and Brenda always made sure to say hello and come over to see me if you could when I visited Don & Marlee. I know you feel lost & confused. Time does ease & heal but you will always have emptiness in your heart. You need to take care of your self. Brenda would want you to continue your life in a good & happy way.
With Sympathy Brenda
Jackie I am so sorry for your loss. I know words fall short in this terrible time. You and all the family are in my prayers and will stay there. Praying our Lord will comfort, strengthen and encourage you through the coming days, weeks and months of morning. God bless.
Jackie and Family,
I just heard about Brenda tonight and I am soooo very sorry……I will remember you and the family in prayer. Rely on the Holy Spirit for strength at this time…..
I wish I had known and I would have told others so we could have been there to give our support and love. Your cousin Sonja Carol Crawford:Rackes.