Alan E. Geer
March 7, 1954 ~ November 27, 2020
Born in:
Tryon, NC
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Alan E. Geer, 66, of Asheville, died peacefully in his sleep at home on November 27, 2020.
He was born March 7, 1954, in Tryon, NC, the son of the late Trent and Cleo Geer, and the grandson of Sue Jordan.
He graduated from Polk Central High School in 1972 and attended UNC-CH. He married Linda Wall in 1982. He was a member of Groce United Methodist Church.
Alan is survivied by his wife of 38 years, Linda; daughters, Sky (Elena) and Katrina, of Asheville; brother, Bart Geer and wife Stacie, children Jordan and Jacob, of Columbus; special sisters-in-law Helen Hart of Asheville and Julia Varnedoe of Atlanta, children Trey and Leanne; and many extended family members in Polk and Rutherford Counties. He treasured his many close longtime friends from high school, college, and beyond. If you were Alan’s friend, you were his friend forever.
Early in his career Alan was co-owner of Blue & Grey Construction of Black Mountain. He continued to work in the construction industry throughout Western North Carolina. He was currently an independent sales consultant for HydroStop and AguaSeal Waterproofing Systems of Charleston, S.C. He took great pride in his knowledge and skills to build, restore and repair buildings throughout WNC and upper SC.
Alan was an avid outdoorsman, especially dedicated to flyfishing. He was a lifetime member of Trout Unlimited and worked with local conservation and water quality groups. He was a rabid Carolina fan, and enjoyed camping, hiking, and biking with family and friends. He was a voracious reader of fantasy, politics, and Southern history.
He was known as a true Southern gentleman, proud of his Polk County roots. He kept in touch with far-flung relatives and studied the genealogy of his Geer, Jordan, and Edwards families.
A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Please honor Alan’s life with a donation to Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity, or to any conservation group.
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Dominic Rosato
Even though Fred and I hadn’t known Alan long, we are so saddened to hear of his passing. He will be greatly missed. We pray you will find peace with God’s love around you.
Debbie Bailey
Dear Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. ❤️
Bonnie King
I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you strength and peace and hope.
Nancy Donnelly
The times when Alan and I saw each other every day in the construction office and on job sites are long past but that camaraderie is not the least faded on my memory. He was a fine craftsman, a boon companion and a stalwart representative of our enterprise together. I will miss him very much.
Alan and I worked together for several years, fished and camped together, argued, agreed and disagreed, but we were always friends. I am fortunate that Alan came and visited me this summer and we had a chance to catch up. I will miss you Alby. All my love to Linda and the girls.
Dear Linda and Family….
I was deeply sadden to learn of Alan’s sudden death….it was a complete shock. They always say a peaceful passing
is better than a long illness but there is no easy way to say goodbye. May you treasure the memories you have made. Holding you and the family in God’s light with our thoughts and prayers. Our love Charlie and Norma
I was so sorry to hear of Alan’s death. He will be greatly missed. I am glad I had the privilege of getting to know Alan. May Linda, Elana and Katrina take comfort in their many wonderful memories of their lives with Alan.
Dear Family, We are very sorry for your loss. I remember Alan from the gatherings of the Polk County folks. He was a quiet but faithful person who came to hear the music and to talk. I know he was very committed to his family and you will miss his ongoing determination to make your lives full and happy.
Cindy and Marshall
Dear Linda and family,
I was so surprised and saddened by Alan’s passing. I was glad I got to know you both through the Tables for eight. He was such a kind person and both of you were a great asset to church. Please take care of yourself in this difficult time and God bless you.
I am grief stricken over the loss of Alan
“CUZ”. He was more like a brother than a cousin. I have known him all my life. My deepest condolences to all who loved him. He was very special to many. Rest in piece, you dear sweet man, and may God comfort those who have suffered your loss. A true gentleman in the purest form of the word. Until we meet again, CUZ, tell your momma, some Edwards, and some Gantts hey for me. RIP
Alan was one of my oldest friends, and besides being my friend he had a huge and positive impact on my life. I can’t remember when we met because I can’t remember a time when he wasn’t my friend. He was a year older than me, and when I got a job as an announcer at WTYN radio in 1971 he had been hired the year before and he trained me. (He also introduced me to a lot of good music!) A few years later when I was drifting a bit in life he hired me on as his carpenter’s helper, and I learned skills from him that I’ve used over and over ever since. Later still, he hired me as his assistant manager at the Wolf Laurel ski rental shop, where I learned to ski, and skiing has been one of my passions ever since. I signed on as his assistant on those jobs, but he assisted me in much bigger and deeper ways. The other thing about Alan was that he stayed in touch in a way that few people do. For the past thirty years I have lived eight hours’ drive away, but he always kept tabs on what I was doing and where I was. He was a great and true friend, a distinctive character, and a steady and thoroughly good man. I am shocked by his sudden departure and will always miss him and remember him with great affection. My heart goes out to Linda and the girls.
Alan was one of the first people I met in 1971 when I moved to Tryon from NJ and we became good friends from the start. He helped to make the transition from my old school to a senior year in new high school much easier. He was not just my friend but a friend of my family and an usher at my wedding. Whenever help was needed Alan was always available. We had many memorable adventures together through college and after. He added a bedroom to our house while he was in the construction business. Through all the many years Alan stayed in touch. When he dropped in at work it was as if no time had passed, we would just pickup where we left off. The mark of a true friend. He deserved a peaceful passing after all he gave to others. My sincere condolences go to Linda and the girls.