Will Elmore
October 15, 1973 ~ September 28, 2018
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
William Porcher Miles Elmore, 44, beloved son of Miles and Millie Elmore, died peacefully September 28, 2018 at his home in Canton, North Carolina.
Will was born October 15, 1973 in Durham, North Carolina and grew up in Asheville where he attended St Genevieve/Gibbons Hall. He was a graduate of Carolina Day School and St. Joseph College in Rutland, VT. For the last twenty years he lived in Rutland and Asheville where he worked and volunteered as a mental health counselor to both youth and adults.
He will always be remembered for his servant heart, calm and peaceful demeanor, great generosity and courage for life. He had a keen intellect full of curiosity, a dry sense of humor, a great chuckling laugh, a love of sports, music, books of all manner and driving the great open road. His love and knowledge of film was legend.
Will had a deep love for his family and friends and in return they gave him unwavering companionship and support that nourished him throughout his lifetime.
Will is survived by his beloved sister Mimi and brother-in-law William Peabody of Palmer, AK. Also surviving are his aunts and uncles, Carol Bitter of Atlanta, GA, Karl and Mary Gladys Bitter and Clara Bitter of Asheville, Harriette and Kinney Gause of Beaufort, SC, Nancy Elmore of Charleston, SC and his many devoted cousins.
A private family interment will be held Friday, December 21 in the garth of The Cathedral of All Souls.
Memorials may be made to All Souls Counseling Center, 35 Arlington Street, Asheville, NC 28801; Kairos West Community Center, 610 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC ; or Room in the Inn (Homeward Bound), 218 Patton Avenue 28801.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.
Dear Millie and Miles:
I am so very sorry. I’ve been gone a month and Mack told me today. I am heartbroken for you…
Cathey
Dear Dr. Elmore and family,
You have my deepest and heartfelt sympathy in your loss. I remember our talks many years ago when I had appointments with you; when you diagnosed my depression and you would update me about how your son was doing. You always thanked me for asking about him. I miss our talks since you retired.
Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Again my condolences to you and you family.
God strengthens us by giving us ‘the power beyond what is normal’ to make it through each passing day. Psalm 46:1 says: ‘God is our refuge and strength, a help that is readily found in times of distress.’ Nahum 1:7; God ‘is a stronghold in the day of distress. He is mindful of those seeking refuge.’ Please accept my sincere condolences. Always remember God loves you and he cares for you! (Psalm 36:7; 1 Peter 5:7)
Seeing Will’s picture just brought such a wonderful smile to me. He was always one of the most kind and most genuine people I knew. I am so grateful to have grown up with him and will treasure all of the memories that our small class shared together. He was such a special part of our CDS class of ’92 family (and beyond) and I truly hope he knew how loved he was by everyone he crossed paths with.
Dr. Elmore and family, please know that The Fall family is grieving with you and has been since the moment we heard and we can’t imagine the loss you are feeling. We hope that you find peace knowing that he is now in a wonderful place and that he truly touched so many people throughout his life. We will continue to keep all of you close to our hearts and in our prayers….and feel certain many, many are doing the same during this time. Your family is very loved and want you to know that.
May Jehovah God provide comfort, through prayer, to your aching hearts at this most difficult time. -2 Corinthians 1:3,4
Miles and Millie, Oliver and I were so saddened to hear about Will’s passing. We know this must be hard for both of you as the two of you were very much always there for him. Our hearts go out to you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you,
Betty and Oliver
Mile and Millie
I am so sad for you with the loss of Will. This is the toughest passage for any parent, and one everyone hopes never to experience. You were always there for my parents in their later years and that was deeply appreciated and helped tremendously. If you take any solace, as I did, from the idea that others are thinking of you and caring that you are going through this, please be comforted.
Miles, Millie and family, we are so sorry to hear about Will. You all will continue to be in our prayers.
I will always remember my dear friend Will. I worked with him in Hendersonville and we developed a love for each other and for life. I could talk to Will about anything. We spend many hours laughing and sometimes crying with each other. This man was such a blessing to me. His love, caring and spirit brought such a bright light to my life. Many times his spirit brought such joy and peace to me. Is love and sprit will live on in the lives of all he touched. I will miss you my dear, dear friend.
Sorry to hear about your son. I will be lifting you up in my prayers. I have not walked the road you are traveling but I serve a God that has and he knows how to give you grace. God bless you and your family.
Sorry to hear about your son. I will be lifting you up in my prayers. I have not walked the road you are traveling but I serve a God that has and he knows how to give you grace. God bless you and your family.
Dear Family,
May Jehovah the God of all comfort be with your family during this difficult time. We await the coming promise ‘when no resident will say I am sick.'(Isaiah 33:24)
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I too have lost family members and know this can be one of the most difficult things to go through. I just wanted to leave you with a scripture that has helped me and let you know your family will be in my prayers. The scripture is Acts 24 verse 15 and it talks about a hope of a resurrection when we could see our loved ones again.