Frieda Gasperson Bailey
December 9, 1933 ~ November 30, 2016
Resided in:
Skyland, NC
Frieda Gasperson Bailey, 82, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2016.
A native of Buncombe County, she was a daughter of the late Briscoe and Annie Raines Gasperson and wife of the late Charles E. Bailey. She was also preceded in death by a son, Phillip Mathis and seven brothers and sisters, Thomas Gasperson, Roscoe Gasperson, Martha Butler, Winnie Henderson, Irene Searcy, Jean Ballard and Myrtle Pierce.
Frieda was a long time member of Skyland Baptist Church and former employee of Eckerd's Drug Store in South Asheville.
She is survived by a daughter, Shirley Carter of Asheville; son, Gerald Mathis and his wife, Janet, of Skyland; a step-daughter, Shirley Smith and her husband, Marvin, of Fletcher; twelve grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, four great great grandchildren and one brother, Ray Gasperson, and his wife Linda, of Skyland.
A funeral service is scheduled for 11 am Saturday at Skyland First Baptist Church. Interment will follow in New Salem Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 until 8:30 pm Friday at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian. The memorial register is available at grocefuneralhome.com.
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Dear Gerald and Family,
We are so sorry for your lost. You are in our prayers. If you need anything please let us know.
Much Love,
Bob n Ann Woody
Gerald.
All of us here at Custom Packaging are so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Shirley and family, I was so sorry to read of Friedas passing. I have known her most of my life. She always had a smile and something nice to say. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
Shirley, Gerald and family,
We were saddened to hear about Aunt Frieda passing away. We know that she is in a better place. Please know that we are praying for all of you.
I wished we lived closer to you all so we could bring mom, (Elaine) down but we are in KY and she is in NC.
Love and prayers,
Kent, Cheryl and Amelia Mann
(Cheryl is Elaine’s daughter)
Gerald and family, Shirley and family, I know how much Aunt Frieda loved each and every one of you and how much you all loved her.Not only did I admire Aunt Frieda’s work ethic but I always enjoyed being around her because she was always so positive-laughing and saying funny things. May the memories of Dear Frieda comfort you all during this most difficult time. Genevieve Butler
Dear Shirley, Gerald and family. We love you and are so sorry for your loss. We are very thankful for Aunt Frieda’s love for her family and her love for the Lord. May the Lord comfort each of you and may you be encouraged knowing that Frieda is in the very presence of the Lord. ‘Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance incorruptible and undefiled and that does not fade away, reserved in heaven for you, who are kept by the power of God through faith for salvation.’ I Peter 1:3-5 Aunt Frieda is really living…and she is receiving the inheritance that the Lord has reserved in heaven for her. May the Lord comfort you and remind you of His great love for you. He is faithful to His Word. We are sorry that we cannot be with you during this time, but please know that you are in our hearts and prayers. The Lord bless and keep you all. Love and prayers, Cheryl (Jean and Harold Ballard’s daughter), Tom, Angela and Emily
To the family of Frieda’s, What a sweet and special friend. Everyone loved her.You are in our prayers. The teaching of Paul, in the Bible, tells us absent from the body, is to be present with our Lord. (2 Corinthians 5:8) It is with great comfort to know our love ones are with our Lord. God Bless this family. Roger & Donnie
To Gerald, Shirley and all the children, my most sincere sympathy for your tremendous loss. Frieda was such a joy to know. She was always ready with a beautiful smile and something positive to say. When I think of Frieda I will always be inspired by her unconditional love for others. She was a blessing in my life and I will miss her dearly. Praying that good memories and God’s peace will comfort you and give you strength.
So sorry to hear of Ms. Frieda’s passing, blessings to all the family. Prayers and love to all .
To Gerald sorry about your loss I didn’t know her personally but I could tell you loved her and she was very special to you you are in my thoughts and I am praying for you and your family for the Lord to give you comfort and peace
It was my pleasure to have become friends with Ms. Freida and visiting her weekly was something I looked forward to. She amazed me with all she accomplished, lighting fires in the wood stove, reminiscing about memories, and making me feel so welcome and at home. I miss her, but I am so grateful to have known her. She has made my life better by witnessing her strength. I wish every family member peace and love. Sincerely