Joey Hileman
May 25, 1979 ~ June 6, 2009
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Joseph Wood Hileman, "Joey", age 30 of Asheville, NC, died on Saturday, June 6, 2009.
Joey was born on May 25th, 1979 in Richmond, VA. He spent his childhood in Midlothian, Virginia. During his late teens and early twenties, Joey was an intrepid traveler seeking high adventure following the Grateful Dead and making many friends across the country. After his travels were complete, he returned home to Asheville to work with his Dad at Bob's Plumbing, Inc.
Joey most loved spending time with family, especially the children as he was a child at heart.
He is survived by his daughter Lola Isabella Hileman, his parents Terri Hileman Carr and Bob Hileman, stepfather Dennis Mills, grandmother Willa Wood, sisters Missy Bostic (Ryan), Jennifer Hileman, Katie Carr, his brothers Robby Hileman and Doug Carr, nieces Willow and Aiyana, nephews Kassidy, Sunny, Steel and Silas, and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Friends and family will gather for a celebration of Joey's life on Sunday, June 14, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at Brahma Ridge Event Center in Hominy Valley, NC.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Lola Isabella Hileman Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 8901, Asheville, North Carolina 28814.
Joey's kind spirit, tender heart and award winning smile will always be remembered and treasured in our hearts.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting the family.
Joey was always a pleasure to be around from the day he was born. He surely will be missed by anyone who knew him. Love, Aunt Jenny
My deepest sympathy to the entire family; especially Terri, Wila and Jenny. May Joey rest in eternal peace and have faith that we will be together again.
When I think of Joey, I remember his sweet spirit and huge smile and the wonderful times spent with Joey, Missy, Robby and Jennifer Jane and his cousins Buddy and Brandon. I will remember Joey with the cherished memories in my heart. I love you , Joey. Aunt Debby
What a wonderful picture of such a sweet boy. I am so sorry for his loss and your pain. Love you all, Aunt Cathy
Joey, you left us too soon. The world was certainly much better and brighter for you having been in it. Thank you for your smile, your warmth, your heart, your generosity, and for Lola, who has inherited all that and more.
Dear Terri & Family,
Words cannot express how sorry we are for the loss of Joey. What a beautiful boy he was….we all send our love & prayers.
Love,
Sandra
Dear Terri & Family,
Words cannot express how sorry we are for the loss of Joey. What a beautiful boy he was….we all send our love & prayers.
Love,
Sandra
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know we are thinking of all of you.
Love,
Mildred & Emory
Dear Terri and Family:
Please know we are keeping you near in our hearts during this time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Joe, Connie, Ryan and Cathryn
Sorry for your loss. Even though I didn’t know Joey I know what a wonderful family he came from, especially his Mom, Grandmother and wonderful Aunt Jenny. Love, Joyce
Dear Terry and Robert,
I was so very sad to hear of this unthinkable loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be. I hope that you and your family will find comfort in each other and the many wonderful memories of your darling son.
Most sincerely,
Marie
As we look at this young man’s face with the sparkle in his eyes, we are in total disbelief. Rick and I had the pleasure of his company only a few times. His kindness is what made him stand out and that is how we will remember him.
Now that the light in his eyes has gone out for a little while, our prayer is that your family will find peace in the promises of Jesus Christ, our Savior.
Joey, the introduction to great music like the Grateful Dead was something you had shared w/Brandon. Forever, Brandon will be grateful,for he and I met at a Dead concert. Your free spirit is what many will remember. Your physical presence may be removed from this Earth, yet your spirit and soul will continue to enrich all those lives in which you’ve touched while being here. You will be greeted by loved ones such as your cousin and grandfather, together you will await for those, too, with whom will enter eternal life one day.
‘Going home, going home, by the waterside I will rest my bones, listen to the river sing sweet songs to rock my soul.Fare you well,fare you well,I love you more than words can tell,listen to the river sing sweet songs to rock my soul.’Much Love, Brandon & Kelly
Dear Teri and family,
Please know that you are in my toughts and prayers, praying for peace and comfort.
Teri, I could have picked him out in a crowd. He looks like the little boy I remember You are right about his smile. What a wonderful one. I hope that memory will help you this weekend. We will be thinking about you and your family. Nancy
Terry and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Joey. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May your wonderful memories of Joey bring peace to you at this time. I know you will miss him!
Terri,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Know that we are hugging you from afar. Please be in touch soon. We would love to hear from you.
Natalie and Sue & families
Our thoughts and our prayers are with you at this time.
I’m very sad at the news of Joey’s passing. Though I never had the honor of knowing Joey, I’ve known Terri and Dennis for a while through Debby Wood, and I know what a special and caring family it is that will miss him. My heart is with you Terri, and the rest of the family.
Dave
Terri and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you. Love, Lynne
Bob,
Joey was a true treasure for everyone that knew him. He was a joy to work with and represented your company with enthusiasm and integrity. Know that I am praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
Dear Terry, Bob and all the Hileman/Carr kids:
As you remember, I knew Joey VERY well, many years ago. I was his den mother and he was Keith’s best friend…often partner in crime! Those sparkly eyes and sweet smile look the same on the 30 year-old man as they did on the 10 year old boy I knew. We lost touch over the years, but it tore a hole in my heart to hear of his passing. My love and prayers are with you. Though you ache and grieve, I’m sure you know that all is well with Joey, dear man that he is.
So sorry, Our thoughts are with you!
There is so little we can say except that we want you to know our thoughts and prayers go with you.
Through this difficult time in your lives, may God give you all the strength that you need to get through this. You are all in my prayers.
Ginny Meguire
Our sympathy is with your family at this time of life.
We remember Joey’s graciousness and laughter at Dennis and Terri’s wedding. Such fun he had dancing with his beautiful daughter. A giant gap has been left in the family circle. We are thinking of everyone. May God take care of all.
Carlie and I send our heartfelt condolences for your terrible loss. What a gorgeous beautiful smile; may God’s angels find a way to surround you with light as soon as the darkness can begin to break. Love, Jan and Carlie
My thoughts are with you all.
Joey, you were always so very sweet to me. I will always remember your sweetness! I remember most vividly how much you made me laugh that night in December a couple of years ago w/ Jen. You were cracking me up! I wish we could have more times like that! I will cherish your smile forever!
Love, Janice
Its been many years since I last saw Joey, but he’s always remained in my heart. We’d meet up every summer at SUUSI and continue our friendship, and I am forever grateful for the time we spent together. My deepest condolences to his family- the world lost a very special man.
We will miss you brother, My heart gos out to you you all.
Dear Bob,
It has been many years since our children played together. What a charming picture of Joey. It was heartbreaking to read his obituary. I offer my condolences to you and your family. I know that they say time heals the pain but it doesn’t take away the memories!
Love to you and the children,
Diane
My condolences to the entire family as well as friends of Joey’s. Please accept my sincerest sympathies for your loss. Stay strong and love each other. – ML
Terri, Mark and I are so very sorry to hear about Joey. His face and smile could light the world. We are thinking of you and your family…
Dear Jennifer and Family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Although it has been many years since I’ve seen Joey, I will never forget his smile. You are in my thoughts.
Love you, Brooke
I am deeply saddened by the worlds loss of such a beautiful person. The memories of the great times Joey and I had together are a huge part of my life. I can’t stop replaying in my head exactly what Joey said the last time we briefly talked. I’ll love you forever Joey.
My heart goes out to Joey’s family for your loss– its been years but I miss all of you very much.
Terri, I want to express my deepest condolences about the passing of Joey.You and your family are in my prayers.
Randal