Gerald Lee McGuire

May 23, 1940 ~ April 2, 2010
Resided in:
Arden, NC
Arden ~ Gerald Lee McGuire, 69, of Arden, passed away on Thursday, April 1, 2010 at Mission Hospitals Memorial Campus.
He was born in Henry County Virginia and was the son of the late Alfred James McGuire and Viola Bradley McGuire.
He was formerly employed at the Rosman Tracking Station and more recently retired from UNCA.
He served in the US Army, was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church in Black Mountain and was affectionately known as "Paw" to all the neighborhood children.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Carolyn Joan McCall McGuire; a son, Jeff McGuire; three daughters, Cindy Lindsey, Wendy Kilpatrick and Kim McGuire all of Arden; six grandchildren, Cynthia Breeden, Stephanie Kilpatrick, Justin Lindsey, Emilie McGuire, Mallory McGuire and Kara Wayman.
A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM on Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at Avery's Creek Methodist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Monday, April 5, 2010 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian.
Joan & family, I know what your are
going thru and I want you each to
know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you peace and
comfort you in the coming days. I
am already missing his antics. Love to all of you from our family.
My Cindy said it so well we lost someone very dear to us that was
considered family not by blood but
by love.
We are sorry for your loss. Gerald will be greatly miss by all of us. He had a way of making everyone laugh and feel better. Please let us know if we can do anything for you and your family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Your friends at K mart Pharmacy
(Robin, Teri, Jan, Samantha, Rosemarie and Judy
Cindy and Wendy
I was so sorry to hear about your Dad. Know that you and your family are in my prayers. Please call if you need anything.
My condolences and prayers to you all.
Carolyn,
Nothing i can say will take the pain away. I love you Carolyn……
Dear Joan,Kid and precious Grandkids;
I cant believe it-Gerald was just in the office late last week and he seemed well. My heart breaks for the pain you are feeling. I want each of you to know that as I read your names in the obit I felt like I knew you b/c he talked about each of you w/such pride and ‘pa-paw’ love! He just was one of the sweetest,most gentlemanly kindest most gentle souls I ever had the honor and pleasure of knowing.Nothing was more important to him than his family and making sure he provided well for you. May God bless you and heal your broken hearts, and Joan please contact me ASAP if I can assist you in any way.With Love and Prayers from a Risen Saviour, Suzanne & Sheena Ingle-Allstate Ins
I am so sorry for your loss, i felt like i knew him through Kim. my heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Julia Butts
Dear Carolyn, My heart breaks for you. Trust me, God will be here to sustain you. I lean on the Lord and my strength comes from my Faith in Him. God has a plan for all of us and we have to seek Him for guidance. He loves us and cares for us in every circumstance. (Psalm 16:11) I will be here to travel this journey with you. I am praying for you and your entire family as you go through this transition. We just look forward to Heaven as other friends are united there and wait for us.
We are here for you, Carolyn. You are my family, are in my prayers…
Kim,
I know that there is nothing in the world which can ease the pain caused by the passing of a parent. Remember and cherish your fondest memories of you father, keep them close to your heart, and know that you are never alone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and we are always here for you. Your pain is our pain, your grief is our grief. We love you!
Jason & Juanita
Carolyn—I was sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carolyn,
I was so very sorry to hear of your husband’s passing I did not know about it until I returned to work on Monday. You are in my prayers and thoughts. I can not be there tonight but will be thinking of you. If there is anything I can do for you let me know.
Dear Joan, Cindy, Wendy, Kim and Jeff,
I am heart-broken to learn that Gerald has passed away. My heart breaks for each of you. I know that words of comfort sometimes do so little to ease the pain.
I will always remember Gerald’s smile, his sense of humor, and how good he was to us when we lived beside you. He was ALWAYS ready to help in any way he could. I will never forget him.
Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God will give you peace and strength to get through this.
With Love and Prayers to each of you,
Vickey (Connelly) Irvin
Dear Joan,Wendy,Cindy,Kim and Jeff. We are so sorry to hear about Geralds passing.Your in our prayers and know that if there is anything we can do to help,please let us know.
Carolyn,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. I always enjoyed talking to him on the phone when I would call you. He always had such a great sense of humor. I know you will miss him dearly. It is very hard to loose your lifetime partner and friend! Lean on God, your family and friends to help you make it through this diffult time. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sorry to hear of Gerald’s passing. It was always a joy to see him at the McGuire reunion every year.
Cousin
Dear McGuire Family,
We were saddened to learn of Gerald’s passing. The community has suffered a great loss. Gerald was known and loved by so many people. May that love sustain you in the days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Wayne and Sue Jacklin
Carolyn and Jeff; We are sorry to hear of your loss. We have so many wonderful memories of Gerald and our scouting experiences.Our thoughs and paryer are with you.
I work at UNCA and I remember Gerald always having a smile and a great greeting whenever you met him anywhere on campus. He was a great friend and will be missed.
To family of Mr.McGuire-Nannie, Kim, Jeff and girls,
We are so sorry for your loss. Although we never met him, we know he was a very special man. I’m so glad you have your family close to help you through this time. We know he is in a better place with our Lord and you will meet again someday.
Thank you so much for all you’ve done for our Rockstar girls. You guys are so loved and we will keep you in our prayers.
Lisa and Taylor Hall
If You Could See Me Now-By Patsy Deskins
If you could see me now you wouldn’t shed a tear. Though you may not understand why I’m no longer there. Remember my spirit that is the real me because I’m still very much alive, I’ve just been set free, Oh, if you could only see! I have beheld our Father’s face and I’ve touched my Savior’s hand. All of the angels rejoiced as I entered the Promised Land. Beyond the gates of pearl I’ve walked on the golden streets. I’ve touched the walls of jasper and dipped my foot in the crystal sea. The beauty is beyond words and nothing could compare, I’ve seen your mansion and someday I’ll meet you there. Let Jesus be your guide beacuse His Word will show you the way! So, please don’t cry for we will see each other again some day.
Joan and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Gerald was a great man that will be sorely missed but just know that you will see him again one day. Love, The Luther Family