Thank you for sharing 34 years with me and giving me our 2 precious children. I will hold you in my heart forever and the special memories we shared.
John Albert Gunter, II

June 29, 1968 ~ March 13, 2022
Born in:
Buncombe Co., NC
Resided in:
Candler, NC
John Albert Gunter, II, 53, of Candler, left his earthly home March 13, 2022.
Born June 29, 1968, John is the son of the late Goldia June and John Albert Gunter I. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Debbie Jones, whom he adored.
John graduated from Enka High School in 1986, though his earlier school years were spent in Winlock, Washington, which held a special place in his heart. An ASE certified auto technician for 25 years, John had a love for nature and all it’s creatures like no other. He loved bluegrass and classic country music. He was a master chef on the grill, and loved to feed people. His two children were his whole world.
John is survived by his sisters, Kathy Kemp (Chris) and Paula Heitkemper (Brian); brother, Shannon Gunter (Megan); several nieces and nephews; the mother of his children, Deanna Smith Gunter; his son, Brandon Gunter (Macie); his daughter, Caitlin Berry (Logan); and four grandchildren, Ivie, Madilynn, Anniston and Braxton.
John was a wonderful father, brother, uncle and friend and will be deeply missed.
A service to honor John will be held at a later date.
Services
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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I still remember the day you came home from the hospital after you were born. Debbie, Paula and I came running down through the yard, we couldn’t wait to see our new baby brother. From that day on, you were so loved by all of us. Mom would have been so proud of the man that you became. You are still loved and will be missed more than you could have imagined by all of your family. Love you “Little John”.💔
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I still remember the day you came home from the hospital after you were born. Debbie, Paula and I went running down through the yard to see our new baby brother. We all took turns holding you and kissing you. From that day on, you were so loved. Mom would have been so proud of the man you became. All of your family will miss you so much and we will always love you. You will always be my “”Little John”.💔
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John I can not believe you are gone my friend. Working together really gave us a lot of time to know each other and become family. Daddy John I love ya man. I will miss you. You are a one of a kind man! Thank you for being a part of my life John!