Arvilla Sampson Butts

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Arvilla Jeannette Sampson Butts, 79, of Asheville, passed away Monday, June 15, 2020.

A lifetime resident of Buncombe Co., Arvilla was a daughter of the late Lester and Lillian Gibson Sampson. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Donald and Larry Sampson.

Surviving are her husband of 42 years, David Michael Butts; daughter, Yvette Haney (Jeff); sons, Michael Lanning (Kaylynne Clark) and Scott Lanning (Will Hall); grandchildren, Cristy Brunner (Peter), Sam Haney (Lisa), Mallory Hall (Phil), and Clint Lanning (Melissa Menard); 6 great-grandchildren and 1 on the way; brother, Julian Sampson (Dorthea); and several nieces and nephews.

A graveside service with family and friends will be held on Friday, June 19, at 11:00 a.m., at the Dix Creek Church Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Dix Creek Chapel Cemetery Association, Attn: James W. Parham, 10 Beck Dr., Asheville, NC 28806.

Services

Graveside Service: June 19, 2020 11:00 am

Dix Creek Chapel United Methodist Ch. Cem.
Dix Creek Chapel Road
Asheville, NC 28806

828-252-3535

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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  1. To: David, Mike, Dino, Scott and the rest of the Family:
    I am so sorry for the loss of Jeannette! I have so many wonderful memories of her and regret that I did not visit. I felt an immediate loss when I heard the news. Whenever she was around you could count on a lot of laughter. She had so many great qualities and cooking was a big one. All of her recipes were great but her desserts were out of this world!!! She was so generous and would give you the shirt right off her back! My thoughts are with you all!

  2. I know she’s singing with the angels. She will be missed. Sending prayers and hugs for the family and friends

  3. Mike, We are so sorry for the loss of your Mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Rock & Tresa Edwards

  4. Dino, Mike, Scott and David,
    So very sorry for your loss! I don’t think I have seen Jeanette since the summer before I got married—-long time😢. As a teenager, I was in your home fairly often. She always made me feel welcome and special! I will remember her well for her kindness! Praying for each of you as you grieve her passing! I look forward to seeing her in Heaven! love your family!🙏❤️

  5. I am so sorry for your loss. Jeanette was always a joy when I did her hair, I loved our time together. Prayers for everyone.

    • Scott, Mike and Dino, I’m so sorry to hear about your mother’s passing. When I was a teenager she was always so warm and welcoming to me when I came to her house. I remember her always smiling and laughing. Prayers for you all.
      Angie and Danny Kurfees

  6. Our Dear Scott and Family, We are so sorry for your loss of your Mom. Sending thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

  7. Dino, Mike and Scott, so sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. We will be praying for strength and comfort in the days ahead. “Sonny” and Linda

  8. My sympathy to David,family,and friends. Arvella was a sweet Lady and a joy to talk with when we ran into each other!

  9. Yvette “Dino” and family,. My heart goes out to you in the passing of your Mother. I am so sorry for your loss. What a comfort to know that we have the promise we will see our Mothers again one day. With my love, thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy.

  10. Truly sorry to hear of Avilla passing, I feel she rejoicing with our Savior and we will see her again.She was a joy to work with at the Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville. Always a smile on her face for all. I can hear her laugh now. Know prayers and love are with each of you. May you feel God’s love for each of you.

  11. David and family we are sorry to hear of your wife’s passing. You and your family will be in our prayers. She will now be an angel in heaven looking down on you and your family.

  12. We have spent so many years spending time with Arvilla and David at dad(Don) and Kay’s from holidays, pool partys’s, dinners. Wow you will me missed greatly. Until we meet on the other side!

  13. David and family: I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Jeanette. She was such a fun loving person, always enjoyed our talks and laughter. I went to school with her and worked with her at Eaton Corporation. May God watch over you and comfort you. May he give you the strength to go forward and to stand firm in his word and his love.

  14. Scott,
    So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

  15. Dino. We only know that God is in control at all times, our moms were two peas in a pod, sending you my love and prayers.


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