David Michael Wellmon
November 3, 1948 ~ May 4, 2025
Born in:
Jacksonville, NC
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailDavid Michael Wellmon of Asheville, passed away on May 4, 2025. Born on November 3, 1948 in Jacksonville, NC, he was the son of the late Colon Wellmon and Martha Sweeney Wellmon. The family resided in Kannapolis, NC.
David graduated from Asheville Catholic High School in 1967. He attended the University of North Carolina Asheville where is received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in 1971.
David was a proud member of the Catholic fraternal organization, Knights of Columbus and retired from the Knights of Columbus Insurance as a General Agent for North Carolina several years ago.
He is survived by his wife, Janice Bentley Wellmon; son, Richard Wellmon (Melissa); sister, Pamela Pritchett (Glenn); brother, Mark Wellmon (Cindy); nieces, Amy Pritchett and Crystal McVay; nephews, Brad Wellmon and Brian Wellmon; and many cousins.
The Memorial Mass will be celebrated by Monsignor Roger Arnsparger at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the Basilica of St. Lawrence.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Basilica of St. Lawrence Restoration Fund, 97 Haywood St., Asheville, NC 28801, or to a charity of one’s choice.
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Rd. is assisting the family.
Services
Memorial Mass: May 22, 2025 2:00 pm
Basilica Of St. Lawrence, D.M.
Haywood Street
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 252-6042
http://saintlawrencebasilica.org
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road
856 Tunnel Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
(828)299-4416
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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RIP David Wellmon old friend! To thine own self be True 👍💜🙏🏼
To the family of David–
I knew David through the Knights and always found him to be a friendly, open and very knowledgeable individual. He certainly lived his faith through his work, going out of his way to help others and provide counsel. My thoughts and prayers are with your and your family.
My best,
Mike Browne
PGK, FDD
God bless you, and your’s. From Asheville Catholic basketball to Knights of Columbus always the best.
David Wright
Wherever David went, he made friends ! I will always remember his great personality ! He was a tireless worker for so many wonderful causes! David made the world happier and better! I am so grateful to have known him in high school and at UNC-A..
Sincerely,
Suzanne Woody Medd