Judy Ann Gatton Bishop
October 7, 1946 ~ October 11, 2006
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Judy Ann Gatton Bishop, 60, of 9 Mountain Drive, Candler, died Wednesday, October 11, 2006, at her home.
A native of Mt. Vernon, OH, but a resident of NC most of her life, she was a daughter of the late Ray and Mary Frances Curry Gatton. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Martha Carolyn Gatton and Rosalie “Rosey” Oaks.
Mrs. Bishop was a chef at the Grove Park Inn and Deer Park Inn. She was a charter member and past president of the Western North Carolina Culinary Association and has won many culinary awards including Junior Chef of the Year in 1978. She married Leroy Doug Bishop on December 18, 1964 and was a member of State Street Baptist Church.
Survivors include her husband of 41 years, Doug Bishop; daughter, April Bishop of Asheville; son, Lonnie Bishop of Candler; grandson, Aaron Bishop of Candler and brother, Gary Gatton of Warner Robbins, GA.
Graveside services will be 11:00 am Saturday at Forest Lawn Memorial Park with the Reverend Bynum Orr officiating. Gilbert Lewis, Ray Lewis, Mike McMilkin, Aaron Bishop, April Bishop and Lonnie Bishop will serve as pallbearers.
Her family will receive friends from 7:00-9:00 pm Friday at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue.
Memorials may be made to Mountain Area Hospice, PO Box 25338, Asheville, NC 28813.
sorry we couldn’t be there, we are thinking about you. and keeping you in our prays.
Judy was very much loved by her parents and brother. I’ve heard many wonderful stories of her, filled with pride. I know she will be missed. My prayers are with her family.
Leroy and family,
Sue and I will miss Judy and the fun we all had at the Army reunions. We often thought of you and Judy. May she rest in peace. You and the family will be in our prayers.
May God gives Judy a beautiful Eternel Rest .
Most sincere Condolences to her loving family
Lise and Avery Chenoweth, family of Gary and Monique
Mr.Bishop,Lonnie and April
We are so sorry to hear about Mrs.Bishop. Not only was she a Great Neighbor, for 22 years, but also a loving and caring friend. So Thankful that we had that time together, meeting at the fence talking and watching our Children and Grandchildren growing up. Coming over to keep warm by the fireplace during the Blizzard. Alot of Loving Memories..No others will ever mean as much to all of us, as you all do.. Your in our thoughts and Prayers.. God Bless!!
The Estep Family
Our sincerest condolences to Leroy and the family. Judy not only left her footprints on their hearts but she also leaves behind her love for them all. Her memory is a beacon and a testimony of how bravely she faced the greatest challenge of her life. Her attitude was always positive and upbeat and that drew admiration from all those who knew her.
May we rejoice in her soul’s journey into the loving arms of her Savior. May the Lord uphold her family in their grief until they are reunited with Judy in Heaven forever.
Her laughter, kindness and warm personality will leave a void here on Earth but will illuminate the little corner of Heaven reserved for her.
May the flame of her memory forever burn brightly in the hearts of her loved ones.
Doug and Family,
Jack & I are so sorry for your loss. We always enjoy reliving all the old memories and fun that we all shared in our youths. Jack’s was in growing up with you and Charles and me getting to know Judy through her sweet sister Rosie, (my sister-in-law). Again we are so sorry. Jeannie
April,
I’am so sorry for your loss. Always remember our loved ones will always live in our hearts. My thoughts and prayer are with you and your family.
Wanda
SEC
Doug, April, Lonnie,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Judy was always good to me. We had some good times. Keep your faith, as somethimes…that’s all we have.
Donna Sharpe
Dear Doug and Family: Dolores and I are very sorry to hear about Judy. We will keep you and the Family in our Prayers and thoughts. Doug, you have to be strong now, this is what Judy would want you to do. Love, Tom & Dolores
In behalf of your Bobcat brothers, we wish to offer our condolences for the loss of your wife and partner, Judy. My God give you confort. Sincerely, Ralph Laubecher
President, 5th Inf. Chapter, 25th Infantry Division Association
We send our sympathy to you, Doug, and all of your family. We’ll always remember Judy’s fun loving spirit.