Elgiva Mull Sykes
January 17, 1930 ~ November 2, 2020
Born in:
Morganton, NC
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Elgiva Mull Sykes, 90, of Asheville, passed away Monday, November 2, 2020.
A native of Morganton, NC, Elgiva was a daughter of the late S.R. and Zella Orders Mull. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Garlon L. Sykes, her son, Eugene L. Sykes, and her sister, Iris Westcott.
Mrs. Sykes worked for Dr. Claude Steen for over 20 years. She was a member of Asheville North Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Surviving are her son, Garry W. Sykes (Judy); grandchildren, Heather Colburn (Brad) and Jennifer Hannah; great-grandchildren, Tyler and Logan Colburn, and Macey and Garrett Hannah; and daughter-in-law, Dianne Workman.
Private family services were held at Pisgah View Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Building Fund of Asheville North Seventh-day Adventist Church, 364 Broadway St., Asheville, NC 28801.
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Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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Dear Garry, Judy and family members. Elgiva was not only my cousin but a good friend. I will always cherish our memories. I loved her parents and children. She adored her family. She lived her faith, and was an intelligent and interesting lady to talk to. I will miss her smile and laughter and the sweet hugs. Garry, you took great care of your mother and I know she was grateful and loved you very much. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. Keith and Derenda Blevins
I have tears in my eyes and a deep sense of sadness for your lowss. She was such an inspiration to me and so loving and kind toward us (Bill and I along with our families) – always took us in with such gracious caring when we traveled home to NC to visit. One of my fondest memories was when she visited me in California years ago and she and I did so many fun “girl things” together while my dad renovated my kitchen. She ALWAYS spoke of you Gary and Judy with such warmth and appreciation of who you are – she deeply loved her family. I will truly miss her and cannot imagine the void in all of your hearts as you mourn her absence. With deep love and prayers. Linda
Long distance prayers and hugs to you – Gary and Judy and the entire family. So thankful we could share her love and kindness for so many years!