Bob Queen
July 27, 1931 ~ May 31, 2008
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Bob Queen, 76, of 26 Mountainbrook Drive, Candler, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 31, 2008, at the John F. Keever Hospice Solace Center.
A native of Buncombe County, he was a son of the late R.L. "Johnny" and Millie Jennings Queen. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Nell Head and three brothers, Frank, John and Bill Queen.
He worked for 49 years as a self-employed paint and remodeling contractor and was a member of The Dwelling Place. He was a 32nd Degree Mason with the Biltmore Masonic Lodge #446 and was also a Shriner.
He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Alice Queen; two daughters, Gwen Hall and her husband, Wade, of Candler and Vickie Kanupp and her husband, Rick, of Skyland; nine grandchildren, Chris Pressley and his wife, Tanya, of Arden, April Davis and her husband, Keith, of Asheville, Josh Pressley and his fiancée, Kelli McKinney, of Asheville, Jonathan Hall, of Candler, Wade Hall, Jr. and his wife, Helen, of Candler and David Hall and his wife, Louise, of Candler, Wendy Miller and her husband, Brad, of Fairview, Jason Kanupp, of Skyland, Joey Kanupp and his wife, Anne, of Asheville.
He is also survived by sixteen great-grandchildren, Hannah, Tyler, Dillon, Cameron, Caden and Kolton Pressley, Braxton Davidson, MaKenzie Kisselburg, Ashley, Dalton and Hailey Davis, Ross Pressley, Wyatt Miller, Taylor Fowler, Natalie Taylor, John Petrey; one brother, Jack Queen, of California and a special niece and nephew, Barbara Farr and Jack Queen.
A funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM on Tuesday, June 3, 2008 in the Chapel of Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian conducted by Pastor Jack Ford. Interment will follow at Green Hills Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 7:00-8:30 PM on Monday at the funeral home.
The family would like to thank Dr. Messino and his staff for their loving care and especially Dana and his and her love of shoes.
Flowers are accepted and greatly appreciated but memorial donations be made to Mountain Area Hospice, PO Box 25338, Asheville, NC 28813 or to The Dwelling Place, 1255 Smokey Park Highway, Candler, NC 28715.
Dear Gwen, Vickie and Alice,
I just learned of Bob’s passing and was shocked and saddened, as I am sure the family is. But we have a greater hope and knowledge that before long there will be a reunion. I am sure he is greatly missed and his memory will always be precious, but be encouraged to know he is with One who loves him more than we do. What a good time he must be having with Millie, Bill and all those who have gone before. Keep the faith and we too shall once again be together. Love and prayers to you all. Rita
Gwen,
We are so sorry to hear the loss of your dad. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
We love you all.
Jessie Case and Roy Webb
We employed Bob several times for painting and other remodeling jobs at our home. We thought of him not as a contractor, but as a friend. He was always reliable and did quality work for us. We are sorry to know he is no longer with us.
WE LOVE YOU. YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS.THERE ARE SO MANY MEMORIES FROM OUR CHILDHOOD AND LATER. YOUR DAD WAS SUCH A SPECIAL PERSON.
My parents and then the next generation likewise hired Bob for home projects. I can’t say enough about his integrity and workmanship and even more his kind friendship. He always spoke about his love and pride in his family and showed warm interest in ours. Bob was an exceptional, genuine gentleman and will be missed by everyone who knew him. Our sincere condolences to all his family for your loss.
GWEN,OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS TIME. MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN HIS PRESENCE. OUR STRENGTH COMETH FROM ABOVE. GOD BLESS YOU. REV. BOBBIE AND SHIRLEY ARROWOOD OF MILLS RIVER
Alice and Family,
No words can express how much we are going to miss Bob. I often reflect the times Bud and I and our kids with Bob and Alice and their kids had many adventurous times camping with a broken down car, but we still had a great time. Thank you Bob and Alice for leaving me and my family with such fond memories of you.
God Bless You,
Peggy Farlow & Family
To my extended family, I’m so blessed to have an extended family as the Queen, Hall, Pressley, Kanupp family. I have been in this family for 33 years and I never had a Papaw until Papaw Queen. I still remember to this day Papaw told me since I didn’t have any Papaw’s that he would be my Papaw. I loved him so so very much. I couldn’t have asked for a better Papaw. I will miss him dearly. I love each and everyone of you guys. Love Michelle ‘Stevens’ Hare
Dear Family,
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know what it is like to watch a loved one suffer through a horrible disease. When my Nanny died, I took comfort in knowing that she would never again be in pain and could be free!! I know that after the selfish pain we feel here on earth has eased, it will be clear that our loved ones are so much better off than we are. I hope you all know how much I love you and I am here if you need anything!!
Vickie, Gwen and Family
What a precious man Mr. Queen was. I always remember him being kind and happy. When I think of each of you, I see the same character and spirit. May the Lord bless and keep you in his peace during this difficult time.
Love and Prayers to you all.
Cricket Haake
Asheville
I and the other Masons of Biltmore Lodge will remember you in our prayers.
Gwen,Wade & Family -Our Prayers and thoughts are with you during this time.
Dear Alice and Family,
Bob and I grew up in Biltmore. We played together; went to school together, ran up and down Reed St., and a whole lot of other streets.
I was surprised to read about Bob’s passing. I was also surprised to learn that he had been sick for a long time. I wish I had known this, for I would have come to see him. I have very fond memories of our youth. He was a great guy and I’m so sad to learn of his passing.
Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tommy and Jessie Koontz
We extend our condolences to Bob’s family during this time, and offer whatever assistance as we are able to give. We have known Bob, Alice, Gwen and Vickie for many years, and have much love for you all. Love, Roger, Karen and family.
Alice and Gwen,
We are truly saddened to hear that Bob has passed away and even more sad that we cannot be there for your family. He was a tremendous man and he always had a kind word to say and a pleasant smile on his face. It is great to know that we will see him again and we are certain that he can hardly contain himself as he is in the presence of our Lord. May God’s peace and strong arms bring you comfort and support during this time of grief. May His hand be upon you and may you feel the peace that can only come from the Peacegiver.
With love and prayers,
Chris and Amber Thurman and Family
Dear Alice, Gwynn, April and all of the family.
Please know that my thoughts, prayers,sympathy and love go out to all of you.
During my growing up years I always remembered Bob and Alice. They were loving and were always there when sickness or death occured in the family. When my dad, Glenn died, Bob and Alice were among the first to come to Mother’s and Dad’s house in West Asheville.It meant so very much to us. They did the same when Uncle Walt and Aunt Polly died…
Alice, you and Bob shall always remain very dear in my heart…. You both being such special loving persons. Also, how blessed you are to have such a great family. I consider April as one of my ‘youngins’.
When Mother died last year Gwynn and April sang…. the music was so beautiful. It meant so very much to all of us in the family… And I know that she would have been proud to know that part of her ‘Farlow’ family participated in her service.
When I was young Mother would tell me how well Bob could sing.
As we all know that Bob is at rest now, he is at peace and in no pain….and with GOD in heaven, Yes, we know that he misses Alice and the family, but you know he will be standing at Heaven’s Door waiting for you. and ‘ What a day of rejoicing that will be’.
Love
Irma Dayton Rudisill
to the family, i am so sorry to hear about bob’s passing, i did not even know he was sick, i will have all of you in my prayers, i am out of town, so i am very sorry i could not attend, bob was a great man and will be missed, please stay strong and i will be thinking of you’ll and will have you’ll in my prayers, rick mcmahan
Alice, Gwynn, Vicky and Family I was saddened to hear the passing of Bob. My fondest childhood memories of our families going on all our adventures to Fontana Lake and Mills River on picnics makes me smile. Bob will me missed but will be in our hearts forever. Alice and family my prayers are with you always.
Love,
Becky and family