Jean Carver Sexton

jean sexton

January 11, 1935 ~ November 8, 2019

Born in: Madison Co., NC
Resided in: Alexander, NC

Jean Carver Sexton, 84, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, November 8, 2019.

Jean was born in Madison County and was a daughter of the late Albert and Minnie Cody Carver. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Glenn James Burnette, in 1962, and Frank Robert Sexton, to whom she was married for more than 50 years, who died in January of this year; her son, Charles Randall Burnette (2002); daughter, Cheryl Grace Sexton Rombowski (2010); and sisters, Kate Carver and Glenna Bates.

Mrs. Sexton worked in clerical and accounting for Square D, from which she retired, and more recently with the City of Asheville. She was a member of West Asheville Baptist Church.

Jean enjoyed sewing, gardening, and reading, but her family was her first priority, always concerned for their care and well-being. She also loved her church and the Lord with all her heart.

Her family includes her daughter, Barbara Lusk; her daughter-in-law, Penny Burnette (Kenneth Fagin); granddaughters, Timerie Podell (Clint), Hilary Rombowski and Stacy Rombowski; several great-grandchildren; sister, Rosalee Carver and brothers, Vernon Carver, Bobby Carver, Howard Carver, John Carver and Patrick Carver.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at West Asheville Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Ralph Sexton, Jr., and the Rev. Matthew Templeton officiating. Burial will follow at Green Hills Cemetery.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

The family expresses their appreciation to Jean’s caregivers, Glenda Payne, Barbara Bramlett, Helen Proffitt, Karen Burnette and Lillian Peek.
Memorials may be made to West Asheville Baptist Church, 926 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC 28806.

Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue is assisting the family.

Services

Funeral Service: November 12, 2019 2:00 pm

West Asheville Baptist Church
926 Haywood Road
Asheville, NC 28806

828-252-3535

Visitation: November 12, 2019 1:00 pm - March 29, 2024 2:00 pm

West Asheville Baptist Church
926 Haywood Road
Asheville, NC 28806

828-252-3535

Burial: November 12, 2019 3:00 pm

Green Hills Cemetery
25 New Leicester Hwy.
Asheville, NC 28806


Funeral Home Assisting The Family:

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806

(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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  1. Our condolences to Jean’s family. We live at the other end of Ridgeview Road & we became acquainted with Jean & Frank when they moved to our road. Jean was so friendly every time we saw her. We will always have memories of her mowing her yard & having her hair covered up for protection from any blowing grass. Know that she is in a much better place now & free of all her earthly physical & mental problems. Cherish your memories.

  2. Remembering Jean from our years at Square D Company. She was a delightful, competent lady who was greatly respected by others. My condolences to the family on her passing.

  3. So very sorry to hear of Mrs. Sexton’s passing. I miss see her and Mr. Sexton sitting in the section I usher at West Asheville Baptist Church. God’s comfort and blessings to the family.

  4. Barb: I am so sorry to learn of your Mom’s passing….. please know you are in my thoughts and prayers❤️💕💖. Love you dear friend ❣️


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