Ethel Mae Siler

Ethel "Mae" Siler, 94, of Asheville, passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2008, at Deerfield Episcopal Retirement Community. A native of Asheville, Ms. Siler was a daughter of the late Thomas and Linnie Wooten Siler. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Thomas Siler, Archi Siler and Jack Siler. Retired from the US Foreign Service, Ms. Siler lived all over the world including Asuncion, Paraquay, Beirut, Lebanon, Athens, Greece, Paris, Hong Kong, Anchorage and Washington, DC. She was a member of Grace Episcopal Church following her retirement to Asheville and joined St. Giles Church upon moving to Deerfield. She loved theater, travel, good books, music, good wine, art, her family and an interesting story. She, herself, had many interesting stories to tell of her travels and life. She had a keen and inquiring mind, loved life and lived it well. Survivors include her sister, Elizabeth Siler Moss; her beloved sister-in-law, Edna Siler and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held in the St. Giles chapel at Deerfield Retirement Community at a later date. Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue is assisting with arrangements. The family extends their heartfelt appreciation to Deerfield's staff for their loving and thoughtful care. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Deerfield Retirement Community Residency Fund, 1617 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC 28803.