Harold Lee Trantham
June 1, 1926 ~ September 18, 2009
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Harold Lee Trantham, 83, of View St., Asheville, died on Friday, September 18, 2009, at his home.
Mr. Trantham was a native of Buncombe Co., and was the son of the late Lonnie G. and Fannie Miller Trantham. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Thelma Lorraine Justice Trantham, who died in 1998.
Mr. Trantham had retired from the City of Asheville Fire Department. He was also a veteran of the U.S. Navy, and a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.
He is survived by his daughter, Dale Brigman, and husband Edward, of Asheville; son, Steve Trantham, of Asheville; and his two grandchildren, Kyle Brigman and Jordan Brigman.
A memorial service for Mr. Trantham will be at 2:00 PM Monday, at Macedonia Baptist Church with the Rev. Charles Phillips officiating.
His family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the church.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting with the arrangements.
Memorials may be made to Care Partners Hospice at P.O. Box 25338, Asheville, NC 28813.
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Dale
So sorry to hear about your dad. Is there anything I can do to help you? What a great person Harold was! He was my first landlord many years ago. He was very good to me and I considered him and your mom friends of mine.I’ll be seeing you shortly. Love
What an awesome person.
Harold was a co-worker at AFD many years ago, leaving such an impression that he is thought of constantly and to this day by those he worked with and touched.
Harold was always willing to go the extra-mile for those around him, his dishes in the kitchen (spaghetti esp) were simply the best, but just a small example of what he shared with others.
Harold went about his business with a naturally quiet demeanor and never asked for anything in return.
This man truly exemplified the qualities of how/what makes firefighters so special to their community, co-workers, and family.
Dale and Steve, I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Trantham’s passing. Mr. Trantham worked many years with my dad at the AFD.Though I have not seen any of you in many years, I have many great memories of Mr. Trantham and your family. My love and prayers are with you. God Bless.
Debi
Dale and Steve, I am very sorry for the loss of Harlod. I worked for many years at the fire dept. His dedication to both the department and the people he worked with for was beyond anything I have seen.I am sorry I cannot attend the service.
Dale,
Sorry to hear about your Dad. It seems like only yesterday, he was picking us up at the skating rink and taking us to the shindig on the green. Your parents were always so kind. Hold to those great memories and know your family is in our prayers.
Doug
The Trantham Family,
You all are in my thoughts and prayers during your time of sorrow. Harold was a good man with a lot of knowledge and was always generous to help. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Dale and Steve I am sorry for the loss of your father. He has been a great neighbor. He will be missed by everyone. If you need anything please let me know.
Dear Trantham Family:
We are so sorry for your loss. For many years I worked with Harold at AFD Station 1 on B-Shift. He was a kind and helpful person and had a great sense of humor. His strength of character is unsurpassed. Those of us who worked with him will always have many fond memories. The Trantham family is in my family’s thoughts and prayers.
The Trantham Family
we want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers if you ever need anything we are here for you. we are praying for you
Dale, Eddie, Kyle & Jordan-
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know my thoughts & prayers are with you at this time. Harold was so dear to my heart. He always greeted me with that smile, a kiss on the cheek and a hug. I am going to miss him, but I know he is now rejoicing with your mom and all the other angels and is free from pain. Our loss is Heaven’s gain. I am here if you need me for anything. I love you all dearly.
My name is Austin Strickler and I am 8 years old. I went to engine shows with my Papaw Dwight Carr. That is how i knew Harold. I liked Harold a lot he was always very good to me. My papaw bought his RV so I will always have something to remember him by. I will miss you.
Love Austin
Dale, we are so sorry to see in the online paper that your dad has pasted away. We wanted to let you know you are in our prayers and thoughts, please call if you all need anything.
Love in Christ
WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, IF YOU NEED ANYTHING LET US KNOW. LARRY AND RENEE
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I wanted to come to the memorial service but couldn’t get off. I just want you to know how much I loved and respected Harold. He was a true sweetheart. Every Sun. in church, he would hug me and shake hands too. He always said ‘cold hands, warm heart’ and that was sooooo true. He had a heart of gold. I will miss him and that sweet smile he had. You were fortunate to have such a wonderful dad.
Dale and Eddie,
I am so sorry that I did not see this sooner…I ran across your number in my phone today and you have been on my mind all day. I am sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing. He was always the sweetest man. Again, I am sorry I did not see this sooner….I love you guys!