Bruce William Faulkner
February 14, 1934 ~ July 8, 2019
Born in:
Buncombe Co., NC
Resided in:
Arden, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailBruce William Faulkner, 85, passed away on Monday, July 8, 2019.
A native of Buncombe Co., Bruce was a son of the late Cleo Clinton and Mary Ellen Knighten Faulkner. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Ruby Estelle Redmon Faulkner; daughter, Debbie Faulkner; sister, Peggy Drake; and brother, Jack Faulkner.
Mr. Faulkner proudly served his country in the Korean War with the U.S. Army. After returning home, he met and married Ruby Redmon. They went on to build a life of genuine love, hard work, and a strong faith in God. After retiring from Sayles Bleachery in the early 1990s, he and Ruby traveled the U.S., visiting at least one Wal-Mart in each state.
After Ruby died in 2012, Bruce enjoyed time with Ryan, his grandson whom he dearly loved. He was able to attend Ryan’s graduation on June 15, 2019. He also enjoyed sharing breakfast from JK’s Restaurant and watching his Westerns.
He was a lifelong member of Bent Creek Baptist Church, where he was a dedicated member of the Young at Heart Sunday School Class.
He is survived by his daughter, Darlene Penland (David); grandson, Ryan Landon; and sisters, Linda Stewart, Mary Duck, and Marjorie Stevens; and many nieces and nephews.
The funeral service for Mr. Faulkner will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday at Bent Creek Baptist Church. Pastor Porter Jennings will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
His family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service at the church beginning at 11:00 a.m.
The family would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to Dr. William Snoddy and his nurse, Sonja, at Mission Family Medicine, Drs. Durham, Volk, England and the staff of Mountain Kidney, as well as Monica, Laura, all the staff of DaVita Dialysis and Skyland EMS for their tireless dedication in responding immediately.
Flowers are welcome and appreciated, but donations may be made as well to samaritanspurse.org.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting the family.
Services
Visitation: July 10, 2019 11:00 am
Bent Creek Baptist Church
Brevard Road
Asheville, NC 28806
828-252-3535
Funeral Service: July 10, 2019 12:00 pm
Bent Creek Baptist Church
Brevard Road
Asheville, NC 28806
828-252-3535
Burial: July 9, 2019 1:00 pm
Bent Creek Baptist Church Cemetery
Brevard 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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Bruce was a wonderful dad and a great husband and everyone loved him! He will be missed but now he is in heaven with Debbie and your mom looking down on you and waiting until we all can meet again!
Sending prayers for the family
Glenn and Joyce Pruitt
Heaven got a little sweeter yesterday and I know you will all be together again. Wrapping you all in prayer!
All my memories of Bruce are wonderful. He was the sweetest, kindest man I’ve ever known. I always considered Bruce to be my “2nd daddy” since I spent so much time with him and Ruby when I’d stay with Debbie. He always had a hug, a smile and lots of jokes when I was there. He was the best daddy and loved you both. He will be greatly missed, but I can take comfort in knowing he’s with Debbie and Ruby and we will see them all again one day. Keeping you in my prayers.
My sincere condolences Darlene on the loss of your father. Prayers for peace and comfort during this time.
My heart breaks for you Linda, Mary Belle, and Marjorie. Bruce was always just the sweetest kindest most loving guy to all my family. My prayers will be with you as you move on without our very dear Bruce. Love and hugs to each of you.💗💗💗
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this loss. Patty Case and family
He and I were in the same grade together at Venable and Sand Hill school.
My condolences to the Family! Rest in Peace Brother Veteran!
Harley Fender, Fairview, NC.
Darlene, I am so sorry for the earthly loss of your father. Even when there is a period of declining health & you know it is coming, it still hits like a ton of bricks. So thankful he got to see Ryan graduate. The little red headed boy is growing up into a fine young man. We can look forward to the glad reunion day in the happy hereafter. BTW, Bill took his life on May 28, 2016. Unfortunately we know his outcome is far different than your father’s. Jane Dotson
What precious memories we have of Bruce and Ruby at Bent Creek. We’re so sorry to hear about the lost to everyone who knew Bruce, especially his family. He was always such a special joyful person when we were around him at Bent Creek Baptist. We pray for Ruby and family during this time of grief. May God give Comfort only he can give at a time like this. Wish we would have seen you more through the years but look forward to heaven. What a day that will be.
Thank you Jane and David; this is Darlene, his daughter. Because you mentioned Mom (Ruby) I thought you should know she died February 9, 2012.
Have not seen family in a lot of years but have love for the hold family they are and where special people.