Carrie Harris Pressley
June 14, 1912 ~ September 4, 2009
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Carrie Harris Pressley, 97, after being in declining health for several years, passed into her eternal rest on Friday, September 4, 2009, at Pisgah Manor Health Care Center.
She was born on June 4, 1912, to the late Robert and Gertrude Harris. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Belton Pressley, who passed away in 1980; an infant sister, Betty Jean; a son-in-law, Favis Lowery; a grandson, Michael Lowery; and brothers, Olin, Harold, Howard, Albert, and Don Harris.
Carrie retired to her home on Snow Hill Church Rd. after 30 years of faithful service at American Enka Corp. Some of her enjoyable moments were the times she spent in her kitchen turning out goodies for different functions. Hundreds have savored the flavor of Carrie�s pound cakes. Carrie also enjoyed working with the Hominy Valley Club, where she and other ladies performed many beautification projects in the community.
She was a longtime member of Snow Hill United Methodist Church, and was an active participant of the United Methodist Women and the Ladies Bible Class. She was honored by being selected as Mother of the Year in 1993.
Miss Carrie, you will be missed...
Mrs. Pressley is survived by her two daughters, Betty Lou Lowery, and Barbara Jo Scruggs and husband Harry; son, Bill Pressley and wife Lottie; two sisters, Velma Justice and husband Bud, and Ruby Cole; five grandsons, Phillip Lowery, and Greg and Jeff Pressley, all of Candler, Brett Stillwell, of California, and Barry Stillwell, of Hendersonville, whose father, Eugene Stillwell, passed away in 1989; and eight great-grandchildren.
A celebration of her life will be held on Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. at the Groce Funeral Home chapel on Patton Ave. with the Revs. Dennis Thurman, Jackie Collins and David Peeler officiating. Interment will follow at Snow Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Her family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to Snow Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, 84 Snow Hill Church Rd., Candler, NC 28715.
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Carrie was a good friend to my mother. I always enjoyed her great spirit. She is the last of a wonderful generation.
Velma, We were sorry to hear of your sisters passing. You will be in our prayers. We love you.
Carroll & Jan Stokes
I am so sorry for your loss. I know you will miss you Mother but she is celebrating in glory now. She was always a precious lady and showed much concern for people around her. May God bless each of you.
BETTY sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother,,,when we loose our Mother we have lost our best friend,,Cherish her memories they are forever,,,
Carrie was the most beautiful flower in my ‘garden of friends.’ We will always miss her and keep her close in our hearts. I will see her again in a perfect place and in a perfect time. Carrie taught me a great deal about life and people. I am grateful to have known her and her many kindnesses.
To the Family: Carrie Pressley, just like my Mom, was the most wonderful woman in the world. I have lots of memories of her and will always cherish them. May GOD bless the family. Don & Elva Towe
Carrie Thank-you for being such a great friend and neighbor for all these years and sharing your home with the Alan & Kelly as they grew up. especially your fried apple pies and popcorn balls at halloween. We’ll never forget you.
Eddie, Kay Hoglen, Alan & Kelly
Barbara Jo, Betty Lou & Bill,
It broke my heart to hear your mother had passed away, but she will be one of the most beautiful angels in heaven. Growing up she always felt like my second Mom. I always enjoyed going to your house for Sunday lunch, I knew the food would be delicious. My mom always thought Carrie was the greatest. Bless each of you and always remember how lucky you were to have such a special mother in your life. I truly felt lucky to have had her in my life
Blessings
Carolyn Hice Elingburg
Jo,
We are sorry to hear about your mother. Please accept our condolences.
Roger and Teresa Trammel
Bill and Lottie
Mom and I are thinking of you and your family in your sorrow.
Emma Jean Griffin
Rebecca Scroggs
Jo, isn’t it amazing how adults touch the lives of small children; as your Mom touched mine? She has always been a treasured memory of my life on Pole Creek; and will remain always. Know you are all in my prayers!Donna
The Pressley Family
My thoughts and Prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Our prayers & thoughts go out to you and your family during this time of lose.
Alvin Hutchison & Family
Dear Jo & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Jo, I have special memories of times spent at your house. May you find peace & serenity in remembering & celebrating your Mom’s life.
‘Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal’
From a Headstone in Ireland-
With deepest sympathy,
Barbara
Betty Lou, Bill@Barbara Jo and all of your families. Each of you were there for your Mother every step of the way in her last days. She was a great lady and will be remembered by many of us. She raised a wonderful family and served her church and community well!
With sympathy and prayers,
Charles,Marilyn and Marty Allen
Dear Jo and Harry,
My love and prayers are with you in your loss. A mother’s love is a precious gift. Cherish the wonderful memories you have of her.May God give you His perfect peace during this difficult time.
The pressley family, we offer you our most sincere condolences in the loss of your mother. We will remember you all in our prayers. Carrie was an inspiration to all, she was blessed with a long and wonderful life. GOD BLESS. Don and Patricia H. Canipe
Dear Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. It’s hard to lose family, especially mothers, but our Lord will have His arms around you and hold you up during this time. You all mean a lot to us, as did your mom and dad! We have a very special heritage if we had or have parents that loved the Lord and loved us, and you all certainly have that. We are holding you up in our prayers.
Dearest Family, My most sincere and deepest sympathies go out to you all at this time. Your loss is shared by the many people that Mrs. Pressley graced with her presence during her life here on Earth. May God bless you all as he takes Carrie to her final resting place. You are in my prayers today and always.
Sincerely Yours,
William Gallion
We just heard of Carrie’s passing. She was such a sweet lady. I cherish the necklace she gave me. Cousins are special!