John Frederick Lemler, DMD
November 29, 1932 ~ February 6, 2017
Resided in:
Fairview, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
John Frederick Lemler, DMD, 84, of Fairview, passed away Monday, February 6, 2017.
A native of Foley, AL, he was a son of the late Sherman and Anna Wilson Lemler. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Gorman Lemler and one son, John Frederick Lemler.
Dr. Lemler was a Lt. Commander in the US Navy Reserves. He graduated from the Dental School at the University of Alabama-Birmingham and completed his Internship and Residency at Duke University. He went on to work as an Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon in Asheville, practicing alongside Dr. Arthur Riddle and Dr. Stan Holt for over 40 years. John was a member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church and the Biltmore Forest Country Club. He enjoyed wood carving, gardening and working outside.
He is survived by two daughters, Alicia Gunst and husband Ryan, of Charleston, SC, and Angela Curtis and husband Seth, of Columbus, OH and grandchildren, John Philip and Margaret Ann Gunst, and Nathan Frederick Curtis.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday,
February 10 at St. Mary's Episcopal Church with Father Brent Norris officiating. Interment will follow at Calvary Episcopal Churchyard in Fletcher. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 PM on Thursday, February 9 at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian.
Sam and I are truely sorry for this loss. He was a wonderful man, I pray for you Angela and the entire family. I wish we could be there to grieve with you.
Deepest sympathy to you both Angela and Alicia. Sending prays of compassion and healing to you and your families. Both your parents were always so kind.
We are so sorry for your loss and feel truly blessed to have known such a wonderful man. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God bless.
Angela and Alicia,
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. I have many great memories of your whole family when we lived on Butler Mt. I know fond memories last forever. Diane and me will keep your family in our prayers.
We live in Hickory, NC now
Alicia and Angela, I was so sorry to hear of your dear Dad’s death. He was a wonderful, loyal friend to Bill and me. One of his greatest gifts was that he brought out the best in others. I have some wonderful stories I’d love to share with you. Hope to see you in Orange Beach soon. My love and prayers to both of you and your families.
Honor thy father and thy mother.’ is the 5th of the Ten Commandments, and
that is how we noticed your relationship with both. Pop and I wished we could have visited with Dr. Lemler and Mrs. Elizabeth more often, but what time we did spend with them will always be treasured. God bless and comfort you and Alicia, we love you dearly, precious girl.
We are thinking of you during this sad time. Our deepest condolences.
Helen, Dick and Kyler Robbins
Dear Family and Friends of Dr. Lemler,
Please accept our deepest condolences during this difficult time. We are very sorry for your loss.
Angela, We are so sorry for your loss!! We love you!!
David, Shawna, McKenna and Joshua
Not only was he my employer for over 30 years, he remained a life-long friend.
Always checking to see if ‘all the girls’ were ok and if anyone needed anything!
We will all miss him and especially the great Christmas party he had for us every year even after he retired. Truly one of the greats!
Dr Lemler was my oral surgeon years ago. I was in my early 20s and very scared. He was gentle and took away my fear. I always remembered him when dental surgery was mentioned. I am sorry for your loss.
One of my most vivid childhood memories is New Year’s Day at the Lemler house. Football on the television, all the adults having a great time, John and Elizabeth at the center of it all. They were my parents’ closest friends for five decades. John will always live on in my memory.
Alicia, Angela and families, it is with great sadness that I write this note to you. I always had very high respect for Dr. Lemler He wasn’t only a great Surgeon, but a wonderful Boss and a great friend. I am sorry that I didn’t make it to the visitation. I hope to see you both at the interment. I lost my husband Calvin on January 5th, Dr. Lemler and Elizabeth will always hold a special place in my heart and especially now that there together.
My sincere heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of this dear man. My mother worked along side him for over 30 years at his office. He was a true friend, an wonderful employer to my mom Betty Plemmons. Lifting all of you up in prayer at this time of great sorrow.
Angela & Alicia—I just heard of your dad’s passing. I am so sorry for the loss of your father. He was such a wonderful man. I really enjoyed working for him! He will be missed by us all……..