Evelyn Rhodes Arthur
December 9, 1945 ~ April 27, 2024
Born in:
Buncombe County, NC
Resided in:
Arden, NC
Evelyn Ann Rhodes Arthur, 78, of Mills River, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2024 at The Landings of Mills River.
Mrs. Arthur was born in Buncombe County to the late William “Bill” Ashely Rhodes, Jr. and LaGonda Hammonds Rhodes. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Edward Arthur; a son, Vincent “Scott” Arthur and a sister, Sandra Stephens.
Evelyn was a former Buncombe County Elementary School Teacher. She taught at Avery’s Creek Elementary for 20 years. She was a faithful member of Biltmore Church in Arden and loved serving on Africa Mission Trips where she taught sewing and quilting to help girls get out of sex trafficking.
She is survived by her son, Cecil “Eric” Arthur and Daughter in law, Linda Arthur of Arden; two grandchildren, Aaron Michael Citak (Desiree) and Erika Key (Ross); two great grandchildren, Dahlia Citak and Alexis Ross and a brother, William Rhodes.
A memorial service celebrating the life of Evelyn and her late husband Cecil will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 3:00 pm in the Chapel of Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian with Pastor Kelvin Moseley officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home for one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Open Hearts Art Center, www.openheartsartcenter.org
Services
Funeral Service: June 1, 2024 3:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828)687-3530
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
Visitation: June 1, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828)687-3530
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828)687-3530
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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Eric,
Both your mom and dad were dear to me. The many times I visited there house, I was always greeted with a welcome smile and a chance to enjoy their company. I shared lots of time with Cecil, who left me with great memories and often gave me the encouragement when I needed it most. They are, and will be, missed. You can be proud of them as your parents and friend. Cherish the wonderful moments spent with each of them. May God bring you peace during this time.