Edwin Sizemore
January 11, 1937 ~ May 28, 2020
Born in:
Henderson County, NC
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Edwin Donald Sizemore passed away on May 28, 2020 at Givens Health Center. He was 83 years old, being born January 11, 1937.
Ed was the son of Guy Donald and Roberta Condrey Sizemore. He was a Henderson County native until attending Western Carolina University where he obtained degrees in education. He furthered his education earning an additional degree at Mars Hill College. In 1960 he married Ann Weir and they eventually settled in south Asheville, where they made their home for the remainder of their lives.
Ed was a lifelong educator in the public education system in Buncombe County. He was a teacher at Valley Springs; a principal at Venable Elementary and the Orthopedic School at Thoms Hospital; an Assistant Superintendent; and, the Testing Coordinator for Buncombe County. He was very proud of the success of the students he taught and encountered in the schools. Former students and co-workers routinely stopped Ed to thank him for his dedication as an educator. He and his father-in-law spent many years operating the game clock for basketball games at T.C. Roberson High School. Ed was also a strong supporter of community service, working with the Lions Club including serving several years as a District Governor. For years Ed and Ann also worked closely with youth programs at Skyland United Methodist Church taking groups on annual camping trips to Myrtle Beach.
Ed’s wife, Ann Weir Sizemore, passed away in 2018. His parents Guy Donald and Roberta Condrey Sizemore and his brother Col. Robert Sizemore predeceased him. He is survived by his sister Gloria McGraw and her husband Calvin, his son Steven and his wife Jill, and his grandchildren Marshall Sizemore, Meredith Sizemore and Hannah Marshall and her husband Henry Marshall.
Ed was supported by the caring staff at Givens Health Center and Four Seasons Hospice. Ed and the family established the Ann Sizemore Memorial Scholarship in 2019 to provide support to early education students. Memorials may be made to the Scholarship through the Buncombe County Schools Foundation (https://foundation.buncombeschools.org/donate and designate the Ann Sizemore Memorial Scholarship).
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.
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Saddened to learn of Ed’s death. We always had a visit when I played for vespers at Given Health Care. I have not been able to see him these past few months. Will miss him.
Joyce Reynolds Babcock
Prayers for the family…
My condolences, he was such a kind gentleman, thankful to have been a student of his. Praying peace and comfort for his family in the days and weeks ahead.
Thomas b lingerfelt
I had the greatest respect for Ed Sizemore ! He had a big impact on me … and so many others ! I’m praying for you all !
What a nice guy he was. I remember him well.
Praying for the Sizemore family with love! You are in our hearts today! May grace and peace be with your family. Gods love will carry you through this journey!
Sending love,
Gary and Wilma Conner
Mr. Sizemore was a wonderful man. So many fond memories. May you all find peace and comfort during this time. Hugs and prayers for you all.
Mr. Sizemore was always so kind to me and my family. He was a great man. Prayers for your family .
Condolences to Steve & family. Mr. Sizemore was a larger-than-life figure to those of us at Valley Springs and on the square dance team. He gave so much of himself to students, both in and out of school.
Steven and Jill, Remembering with fondness my friendship with your parents. Worked along both during our many years in education. Both were caring and fun. Sorry for your sadness….your Dad will be missed,
Steven, Jill, Marshall Meredith Hannah and Henry how sad our family is for you all. We loved Ed and Ann and have such fond memories of them. Ed was such a presence in the South Asheville community as was Annie! He and Ann left a wonderful legacy. I know you were proud to have them as parents and mentors! Much love and prayers we are sending to you.
Steven,Jill Meredith Marshall Hannah and Henry we are so sad to hear about Ed. What a presence he and Annie were in South Asheville and what a wonderful legacy he/they left behind. I know you were proud to have them as a parent and mentor. Much love and prayers.
Steven and Jill, Much love to you and your family. Ed (and Ann) are part of the best memories of Valley Springs and the Skyland community. His leadership and dedication to others was a lifelong gift. Ramona Henderson Bryson
I worked with Ed Sizemore at the central office from 1985 until his retirement. Such a great boss and especially great person. Condolences and prayers to all.
Kathy Kanupp Childers
Sending my condolences for the loss of Mr. Sizemore. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Steven and Jill, I am sorry for your loss. Ed, Ann, Lane and I were friends for a long time. We played bridge, camped and did various activities together. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Steven and Jill, I am sorry for your loss. Ed, Ann, Lane and I were friends for a long time. We played bridge, camped and did various activities together. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Steven, so sorry to hear about Mr. Sizemore’s passing. He and Mrs. Sizemore were always so good to me. I’ll never forget the trips to MB. You and Jill, the kids and Carol and Bruce are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Bud Lanning
My sincere condolences to Steve, Jill and all of the Sizemore family!
Annette Coleman
I remember Mr. Sizemore as my principle at Venable Elementary back in the early 70’s when it was still on Brevard Rd.
Steve and family. I’m so sorry for your loss. While I didn’t know your father from my reading he had a very full life helping children grow into good adults.
So many special memories of your dad!! So many funny stories!! What a wonderful man!! Both your parents were friends with my parents and I worked with both of them for years!! I miss both of them so much!! Love to all the family.
Big Ed, as you and your mom would call him, always made me feel like part of the famliy. He was a great example of father, husband,community leader and servant. Love and blessings to you all.
Steven sorry to hear about your dad, what a great man. Praying for you. God bless
Steve and Jill – condolences on Ed’s passing. He and Ann were such highly respected pillars of the Roberson community. Our Buncombe County School family has lost in Ed Sizemore, a legendary educator that impacted so many students and professional peers throughout his long career. Thoughts and prayers to both of you and the children.
Tena Smith Baker, ( Corena Smith’s daughter) so sorry for your loss, many prayers for your family.
I have known Ed for many years and considered him a close friend. I am deeply saddened by his passing and extend my deepest sympathy to the family during a time of sadness and loss.
So sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Mr. Sizemore. My prayers are with you as you navigate this difficult time. God bless.
Steven and family, I join the many others who admired the friendliness of your parents and who feel a sense of loss in their passing. I was fortunate to work closely with both Ann and Ed in Buncombe County Schools. Their devotion to their profession and to their community was always apparent. They were models for many of us.
I will pray for his Soul and Family.
Pat Nelson Schnyder
Steven and family, I remember Ed fondly and my husband, Fred Martin, worked with him in Buncombe County Schools. As an educator myself, I appreciate all of the work Ed and his family did for the school system. May his memories be blessings.
We were greatly saddened to hear of Mr. Sizemore’s passing. My mother is a resident at Givens, and we thoroughly enjoyed talking with him about sports and the state of things on the hall, and hearing stories about his family. All of the residents and especially our family will miss him immensely. May happy memories bring you all peace. You are in our prayers.