Fred F. Silvers
October 5, 1926 ~ July 13, 2010
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville ~ Fred F. Silvers, 83, of Asheville passed away on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at J.V. Keever Solace Center.
He was born in Yancey County and was an avid fisherman. He was a truck driver for Carolina Freight Company for 27 years and was a veteran of the US Army.
Mr. Silvers is survived by four sons, Gary Silvers and Mark Silvers, and adopted sons, Joe Hyder and wife, Becky and Dale Hyder all of Asheville; his longtime companion, Linda Sexton of Weaverville; two brothers, Ray Silvers and Herman Silvers, both of Jupiter; one sister, Annie Mae Silvers of Jupiter; two grandchildren, Heath Silvers and Meagan Silvers; one great-granddaughter, Jayla Silvers.
A graveside service will be held 2:00 P.M. Friday at the VA Cemetery, Black Mountain, with military honors. The Rev. Cecle Roberson of Mt. Zion Baptist Church will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 12 until 1:30 P.M., prior to the service, at Groce Funeral Home, 856 Tunnel Road. The family will be at 75 Davidson Road in Oakley Thursday evening and Friday after the service.
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Joe,Becky and family-
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Know this will be a tough time. Accept help from family & friends, people really do want to help. If you need us, we’re close by.-Ricky & Robin
Fred had been coming down the hill to the Rite Aid/Eckerd for years it seems sometimes almost everyday. Sometimes twice. He would often tell stories about his family and his past and how much he loved you all. We all really thought of Fred as family. It’s gonna be hard not seeing him come around the corner of the store and bring a big smile in the door not to mention stray carts from the parking lot. My thoughts are with you.
Dear Geary, Mark, Dale, Joe & families ~ I want you to know that I have you in my thoughts and prayers. I did not know until this morning that Fred had passed away, and I’m so sorry that he is gone. I have always remembered Fred as the one who could make me laugh 35 years ago, even though he was trying SO hard to be gruff with me! I quickly saw through the facade and found the sweet man who grew to love and respect me. He was always a gentleman and a pleasant part of my visits to your home many years ago. Please love and support one another during the bad times as well as in the good times. I know each of you has a special memory of Fred – ponder it in your heart and keep him close to you. I know that it helps – it’s what I’ve done since I lost my sweet little Daddy.
God bless each and every one of you. Love,