Allene Taylor Herron
April 8, 1923 ~ February 14, 2011
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Allene Taylor Herron, 87, of Asheville went home to be with the Lord on Monday February 14, 2011.
She was born in Buncombe Co. on April 8, 1923, to the late William and Maude Taylor. She retired from Mars Mfg. Co. after 33 years of service to stay at home and spend more time with her grandchildren. She was a member of the Zephyr Hills Free Will Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin D. Herron, who died on November 2, 2010. She was also preceded by her brothers, Ernest Taylor, Don Taylor, Glenwood Taylor, and her sister, Katherine Burrell.
She is survived by her beloved son, Randy Herron and daughter-in-law, Jackie; grandchildren Christina Ammons (Ryan), Abby Herron (John), and April Williams (Matt); great-grandchildren, Gage Herron, Heath Ammons, Rylan Ammons, and Tori Ammons; and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday in the Patton Ave. chapel of Groce Funeral Home with the Dr. Carson Moseley, Dr. Kelvin Moseley and the Rev. Danny Gasperson officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends on Thursday from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
The greatest passion that Allene had was to help those in need. To fix a big meal she so enjoyed. And before you got away, she would enjoy telling you one of her stories of when she was just a little girl from the good ole' days. She could tell quite a story. Children were always a big part of her life. Especially In the last few years with her great-grandchildren. To her, they hung the moon and the stars. To the rest of the world, she was Allene, but to those grandbabies she lovingly was called "Eng". We love you "Eng."
Memorials may be made to Zephyr Hills Baptist Church, 283 Shelburne Rd., Asheville, NC 28806, or to Pole Creek Baptist Church, 96 Snow Hill Church Rd., Candler, NC 28715.
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Randy, Jackie, Christina and Abby,
We are praying for you as you walk through this valley of grief and sorrow. Knowing that Mrs. Allene is home with Jesus is comforting but it doesn’t stop the pain that death and separation create. We know that God’s grace will be enough for you and the Eternal God will be your Refuge and Strength.
Love….Kelvin and Terry, the Pretty Lady
Dear Randy, Jackie and family,
We were saddened to hear of the passing of your mother and grandmother. She was such a sweet and precious lady. She always had a kind word and smile every time we saw her. She will be greatly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God’s grace is sufficient to get you through these hards days ahead. Love, Bobby and Gayle
Randy, we’re so sorry for the loss of your mother. We been neighbors for many years, and we know she’s with the Lord celebrating now.
To the Herron Family, i am very sorry for your loss, it broke my heart to hear of Mrs Allene’s passing,i will never forget her kindness,My family and i will have you in our thoughts and prayers, From the Knightens,, Karen,Mary & Bruce
To: Randy & Family, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Allene was such a sweet lady to all of the kids who grew up on Oak Crest. She also took care of so many of our kids and grandkids after we grew up. I know its a sad time but just hold on the promise in Gods word that we will see her again one day soon. She is safe in the arms of Jesus and is with her family there, but I know there is a void in your life where she used to be. Our prayer for you is for strength and peace during this difficult time. love to all of the family.
Sorry for your loss
We hope that you can find comfort in knowing that your precious mother is resting in the house of our Lord. In His plan of salvation, he has assured us that we are here for a time, but will be in Heaven and united once more with our families, for eternity. Allene was such a delightful person, full of energy and laughter. We used to see her when she’d come to visit Ethel and Richard, and it was always a welcome sight to see her in their kitchen!
Randy and the family, we send our deepest sympathy for the loss of your sweet mother. I know that she will be greatly missed by all especially those grandchildren. We love you and Jackie, and know that you and all the family are in our prayers. I know that a Mother’s Love is so special and her love will continue to live on in your heart. We are here if you need us.
To the family of Ms. Allene,
I had the pleasure to work with Ms. Allene at Mars Mfg. She was a very kind person. I didn’t have a car when I worked at Mars, so I walked home everyday. I didn’t live too far, but Ms. Allene seen me walking one day and insisted that I ride with her. She wouldn’t take no for an answer. After that day she always seemed to be waiting for me after work. It was a pleasure to ride with her. We had some great conversations (even though she did most of the talking (:). I am so sorry for you’lls lost. Ms. Allene was a special person.
Randy and family,sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother.May God comfort you and be with at this time.
Randy, Jackie, Abby and Tina-
I wish I could be there for the services. Eng shared a special place in my heart, the last time I got to spend time with her was holding baby Rylan right after his birth and she was so happy and proud. Many times I felt like one of her own grandchildren, I remember one time when I was a lot younger probably in middle school I was over at her house and playing with her jewelry, their was this costume pearl necklace that she noticed me paying special attention to and she gave it to me, her heart was so big. I know that she is up in heaven looking down upon all of us with Marvin by her side. Eng we will miss you so much.
Love- Camille
Randy and Family,I am so sorry to hear of Aileens passing.She was a very special person who meant alot to me and my family.Take comfort in knowing she is home with her Lord and the loved ones who have gone on before.
Randy, we are so sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a very sweet and special lady. Prayers to you and your family during this very difficult time.
Debbie English & Rosa Courtney
I am so sorry for your loss Randy, you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Randy and family, My heart hurts for you during this time,but know that even though we were unable to be with you, we feel and share you grief and have a peace that her life was a beautiful blessing to many.. Will see you all soon. with much love, in faith, aunt claudette, jill and jerome
Love you as a brother Randy. And she was my hero.
my prayers are with you.
Randy, mom and I have been lifting our prayers for you and your family sense we heard of your mother’s passing. Your mother’s smiling face and friendly wave has meant so much to me through the years. I have always had a tremendous amount of respect for you and your family.
May His blessings be on you: Frank Saine
Christina and Family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to each and everyone of you. May God be with you all during this difficult time.
Love always, Ashley