Barbara Melinda Lance
September 7, 1939 ~ December 18, 2006
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Barbara Holcombe Lance, 67, of Rosemary Road, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 18, 2006.
She was a native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County and a daughter of the late Ephris and Pansy Teague Holcombe.
Mrs. Lance was employed by American Enka Corporation for 12 years and she attended Crossroads Assembly Church in Asheville.
Left behind to cherish her memory are her husband of 26 years, Bill Lance; four daughters, Shirley Constant and husband R.C., Joy Wells and husband Guy, Diana Davis and husband Phillip, Charlene Costa and husband Michael; two sons, Steve Lance and Randy Lance; two sisters, Janet Poe and Linda Fender and husband C.L.; two brothers, Charles Holcombe and Owen Holcombe; eleven grandchildren, Larry Barker, Jr., Marie Davies, Barbie and Carrie Keever, Jenny Player, Bobby, Jesse and Cassandra Davis, William Costa (her buddy “Love”), Tiffany Reese, and Christopher Lance; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Barbara Lance was a beautiful person with a heart of gold. She had a generous soul filled with kindness for all who touched her life. She will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her family and friends.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Friday in the chapel of Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. with Reverend J. Michael Brown officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Her family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
View current weather.
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
Dear Bill & Family,
Although I do not know alot of Marie’s family this, Mrs. Barbra Lance I did know from the many phone calls and letters she has written to Marie. What a loving ,unselfish person she was! I Can tell you this you will miss her for many many years to come but always remember the love she gave whole heartedly and it will help you through the tough times. Marie will surely miss her grandmother as well as I will. I looked forward to seeing a smile on Marie’s face when she talked to her grandmother.I wish you all happiness and much love and may we all give as much love as she gave to us all.
Lauria Jones
There is so little I can say at a time of loss like this but know that my heart goes out to all of you. If I can help out with anything please let me know.
Bill and Charlene
Words can not express how very sorry I am. Barb was a wonderful person and I will miss her so much. There were so many days that her laugh and smile made my day. I love you all and you are always in my heart and prayers. Take care of yourselves and if you need anything please let us know. (Bill I still need your expert score keeping for the ball field come spring.)
***With so much love for all***
Debbie and Luther Morgan
Dear Bill and Family we were very sad to hear of your loss. Barbara was a very tough lady who is now resting in peace with God. She was very special to me, she always had a smile and a hug for me. She always had such a positive attidude and thought of others. I know you will cherish all the wonderful memories she has left with you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
I was glad to have met Mrs. Lance at Crossroads in the later stage of her life, I would like to say to Bill and Family that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of grieving Sincerly Johnny Cheadle
Charlene,
We just learned of your Mothers passing. Please know how sorry we are and that we will have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during this special season.
BARBARA\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\’S FAMILY
THERE IS NO WORDS TO SAY HOW SORROW I AM FOR THE LOST OF BARBARA.SHE WAS A VERY STRONG WOMAN AND LOVED HER FAMILY WITH ALL HER HEART AND SOUL. JUST KNOW SHE IS NO LONGER SUFFERING WITH PAIN ONLY HAPPY DAYS AHEAD FOR HER, AS SHE LOOKS DOWN ON US LETS ALL MAKE HER PROUD AND REMEMBER HER SMILING FACE . SHE WAS SO MUCH HELP WITH MY MOTHER AND I KNOW SHE WILL MISS HER SO MUCH . JOY YOU ARE IN MY HEART AND YOU ARE ALL IN MY PRAYERS. LOVE YOU ALL
BRENDA
Just wanted Aunt Barbara\\\’s family to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear God in Heaven above.You took someone I truly loved,my Sister that stands before you was deeply loved.Although it seems like it is the end, now the sweet memories of her shall begin. (Next verse)
I am here today with sorrow and grief,even though I know your in a better place.Today is not the day of death but rebirth, because of the sweet memories here on earth.
(next verse)
My Sister that has left me she will be truly missed, for all that knew her they were blessed. Dear Sister I will miss you for the rest of my life, but will be rejoiced to see you in a pain free life.
DEAR BILL AND FAMILY,
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
AUNT BARBARA WAS A WONDERFUL AND KIND PERSON AND WE WILL MISS HER VERY MUCH.
IT IS A COMFORT TO KNOW THAT HER SUFFERING HAS ENDED AND SHE IS NOW WALKING THE STREETS OF HEAVEN.
‘WE LOVE YOU ALL’
EDWARD & ROBIN DAVIDSON
ALAMOGORDO, NEW MEXICO
Dear Bill, Shirley, Joy, Diana, Charlene, Steve, Randy & Families,
My prayers are with you all and I know you miss my sister, Barbara very much. It will be sad to go through life without her but we have to do the best we can. Barbara left us with so many wonderful memories to cherish and they will bring comfort to us now.
As Barbara would say…
‘You will always be in my heart.’
Love Aunt Janet
Alamogordo, New Mexico
Bill and Family,
This is to express our sympathy and to let you know we are thinking of you in your time of sorrow.
Barbara was one of the nicest and most caring person we know of. She will always be in our hearts and memory.
We will miss her and her laugh dearly.
Love,
Vic & Miu
Dearest Uncle Bill and Family
Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. Aunt Barbara was such a delightful woman. I’ll never forget her laugh. She was always so thoughtful and caring. God Bless her sweet heart, the suffering is over for her. I can just picture her beautiful eyes being so delighted with the beauty of Heaven. One day, we will all be united with her and she will have that big welcoming smile and open arms always ready for a heart felt embrace.
Sending our love your way,
Brian, Vikki, Tyler and Jacob Moore
Dear Bill and family’
I am sorry you have such a great loss.She was a good person. She was special. It is so hard to lose your mate but you must have faith that God is in charge. Just prepare to meet her in Heaven. I plan to.
Blessings,
Jean