Betty Ann Keeter Merrell

betty merrell

April 4, 1944 ~ June 2, 2024

Born in: Henderson Co., NC
Resided in: Asheville, NC

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Betty Ann Keeter Merrell, 80, of Asheville, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2024.

A native of Henderson Co., Betty Ann was a daughter of the late Henry and Lottie Keeter. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Ruby Israel, Bonnie West and Cathie Keeter.

Surviving is her husband, Samuel Wayne Merrell; daughters, Sandra Banks (Tony), Janet Watson (Lloyd) and Tammy Tallent (Randy); grandchildren, Christopher Watson, Tessa Banks Carter (Bronson), Cameron Haydock (Tiffany) and Hannah Dietrich (Reese); great-grandchildren, Michael David Carter and Jude Haydock; and a sister, Margaret Soulsby.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 7 in the Patton Avenue chapel of Groce Funeral Home, with Mr. Lloyd Watson officiating. Interment will follow at Emma’s Grove Cemetery.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m.

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Visitation: June 7, 2024 10:00 am

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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Funeral Service: June 7, 2024 11:00 am

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

Add to My Calendar America/New_York 2024-06-07 11:00:00 2024-06-07 11:00:00 BettyAnn KeeterMerrellFuneral Service Funeral Service 1401 Patton Ave.,Asheville, NC 28806

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Burial: June 7, 2024 12:00 pm

Emma's Grove Baptist Church Cemetery
417 Emmas Grove Road
Fletcher, NC 28732

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  1. Bo and I are praying for you all and sending our love. Betty always held a special place in my heart. We love you.

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  2. I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a mom at any age is tough. My prayers are with you and your family Sandra. I love you!

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  3. With our deepest sympathy at the loss of your beautiful Momma- I know she is with the Lord and at peace but the void left here is deep- may God hold you and keep you as you grieve and celebrate her life. Love and prayers

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  5. I know she is rejoicing with the Lord. She was the absolute sweetest. Thanks for sharing her with Julionna and I.

    Sending many prayers

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  6. It was such a pleasure to meet you. You welcomed me right in with a hug and a smile, what a beautiful soul. May you rest in peace and your happiest memories be remembered always ❤️

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  7. You was a huge part of my childhood
    You had a gentle heart and that sweetness would overflow. I will always cherish the memories.
    I am so sorry. I will keep each of you in my prayers. Sending love from the Wise family, next door❤️

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  8. Sandra,
    So sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  10. Sandra and family – I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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  11. Betty and I were coworkers at Cross Canvas Co. She and I would spend many of our lunch hours telling tales and laughing. She was easy to hug and easy to love. She was my special friend. Gods speed Betty.

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  12. What a beautiful video! I have such fond memories of Betty, and so many!
    I see all 3 of you girls in her! It is so hard to lose your Mother. I am praying for your family!
    I love you all!💜💜

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