John Robert Herron
July 22, 1942 ~ January 30, 2017
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
John Robert Herron (Paw Paw), went home to be with Jesus on January 30, 2017 at 9:47 p.m. surrounded by his loving family and friends.
Mr. Herron was the son of the late Carl and Mildred Herron, and brother of the late Everette Herron. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Melissa Herron; children, Tami Nelon (Bobby), Cherri Carter (Brian), Jimmy Herron (Cynthia), and Cindy Dorsey (Jon); sister Frankie Messer (Wayne); brother Carroll Herron (Peggy); and 15 grandchildren, Tasha, Ryan, Seth, Rachael, Joshua, Maggie, Laura, Abigail, Caleb, Noah, Thomas, Titus, Jonah, Levi, and Daniel.
Mr. Herron was a warrior for Christ and a family man. He was self employed for 50 years, and was a member of Newfound Baptist Church where he was involved in starting the children's church bus ministry for children throughout the Leicester community. He found God's grace too amazing to keep to himself, and you would never see Paw Paw without his bright yellow JESUS LOVES YOU! cards. He was also known as the penny man for throwing out his cross stamped pennies.
A celebration of life service will be held from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 5 at Zion Hill Baptist Church Family Life Center, 1008 Newfound Rd., Leicester, NC 28748.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to CarePartners Hospice, 68 Sweeten Creek Rd., Asheville, NC 28803, or to the Broyhill Baptist Children's Home, 111 Sneed Dr., Clyde, NC 28721.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting the family.
What can be said at the end of the day, when your race here on earth has been run; and stand before the Great White Throne Once the Judgement of God has begun?
The Books are opened and the pages searched and not one thing can be found, to prove your love for God above. Everything gets quiet, there's not a sound.
Then HE calls for "THE BOOK" to be brought and searched and your name cannot be found. Then HE turns and looks and quietly asks-"Did you not repent of your sins?"
There must be something wrong, Dear Sir: I'm as good as the others you see. "That's the trouble" HE said, as HE closed "THE BOOK". "You have looked at them, not ME".
Turn your eyes upon Jesus, look full in His wonderful face; and things on earth will grow strangely dim-in the light of His glory and grace.
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Melissa and family: Johnny was a good man. The Johnson family grew up through the woods with all the Herrons in the West Buncombe area and played in the fields when we were young kids. May God Bless all of you.
Melissa I’m so sorry. You are in our prayers. Johnny was a wonderful warrior for Jesus Christ!
So very sorry for your loss. Johnny was a good man and always wore his love for Christ for everyone to see. He was good friends with my husband Webb and now they can have a great reunion in Heaven. My prayers for the family. He will be greatly missed.
melissa and family
i am so sorry for passing of johnny. i never saw him when he was not smiling
and he sure will be missed.my heart and prayers are with you and your family.and i love all of you.
now johnny go rest high up on the mountain top your work here is done and u sure have helped a lot of people.
your friend sondra chambers jarvis
We are so sorry for your loss. Heaven gained an amazing man but I know the ache in your hearts is huge. Prayers for peace and comfort during this most difficult time.
Melissa and family, our prayers and thoughts are with each of you. We have such fond memories working with Johnny and you at Newfound Baptist Church many years ago. Have watched you children grow up and now have children.No one ever had a doubt of Johnny’s love of God, he shared it wherever he went.
Sorry we can’t be with you Sunday due to health. God Bless each of you.
Our deepest sympathy to all the family.
To our dear friends….all the love and prayers we can give! We are with you in spirit, may Gods grace comfort and keep you. Robbie and Anita King
What an impact and legacy this man left for his community and everyone who knew him. He was the man you never forgot and one you always admired. He will be greatly missed. I never saw him without that huge smile. I have one of those many pennies. We are sending prayers up for all the family as Johnny preached his own funeral so well. Job well done my friend.
Melissa, Cherri and family so sorry for your loss. He was a great gentleman. Have enjoyed his presence and humor since the boys played soccer together. God bless each of you in your time of sorry.
Melissa, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your memories of happy times be a comfort to you all at this time. Gid Bless!
We r so sorry to hear about Johnny . Good loving manknown for years .He will b missed by everyone who knew him . May the Lord bless his family in this time of sorrow .
So sorry for the loss of this man in the Leicester Community. Praying for continued peace and comfort for the family.
Tammy, thinking of you and your family during this time of loss. We will keep you all in our prayers over the next days ahead for peace and comfort.
Mrs. Melissa and family, we love and appreciate you all and are certainly praying for you during this trying season. Johnny was certainly a voice in my formative years pointing me to Christ, for which I am eternally thankful!
Our hearts are saddened as we just heard of Johnny’s passing and journey to his eternal Home!! To all the family, we love you and lift you up in Prayer for God’s Loving Grace and Peace to Comfort you each day!
Tammy, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I know he will be greatly missed. Love and prayers to you and your family.
Don and I are so sorry for the loss of this fine man! Much love and many prayers for his family.
My deepest sympathy to your family. I fondly remember Johnny and his red hair from elementary school with Bible story time. He was always a caring friend. May the good Lord give you all Peace at this difficult time.
I’m so sorry to hear this, he was one of the greatest guy I’ve ever known!! We talked land and selling property everytime I seen him!! He sold some lots in red oak plantation and I tried to pay him for selling lots! He wouldn’t take a dime! He would always eat with me and dad at harbor inn seafood!! Always learned a lot from him there the years !!
Melissa, Tami, Cherri, Jimmy & Cindy:
Know each of you & your families are in my thoughts & prayers!
What a wonderful husband & father you were blessed with. Johnny touched so many lives for eternity. We will never know here but one day we will! Every time I here the song that says ‘thank you for giving to the Lord…I was a life that was changed’ I think of Johnny. He was about giving to people. Whether it was to help meet physical, emotional or financial needs he was mostly about sharing the gift of eternal life! What a legacy he leaves behind!
We were so so blessed to grow up in a church with such strong men & women who were willing to spend their time & energy with us.
Know that your family will always hold a special place in my heart!
With much love,
Kelley Parham Brunelle
We are so sorry for your loss!! May God bless your family during this time!
We are so sorry for your loss ! He and Melissa were great folks to work with! Everyone at Broyhill loved them!!
Love from our family to yours!!!
Will and Betty Porter
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I will never forget Johnny and his love of Jesus. He was always ready to tell you about Jesus and his love. Many people have heard about God because of johnnys willingness and bravery to share. Praying for your family at this time .
For I am now ready to be offered in the time of my departure is at hand I have fought a good fight I have finished my course I have kept the faith hence forth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness which the Lord the Righteous Judge shall give me at that day and not to me only but unto all them also that love His appearing.’ 2 Timothy 4:6-8
Love to you all Gale Murray
Melissa, Tami, Cherri, Jimmy, Cindy:
My heart is saddened by the loss of Johnny. He was a wonderful man, whom
I loved & enjoyed talking too & seeing at Erwin’s football games. He is rejoicing in Heaven & worshipping our Lord & Savior. I pray the Lord will place his arms around you, give you peace and strength. May He hold you close & lift you up when you feel you can’t go on. I love you all dearly. Sending my love and hugs.
Mikki
Melissa …… Your sweet Johnny made such a glorious, precious imprint on our life! We treasure all the beautiful memories that our Saviour has allowed to fill hearts. Johnny was an amazing example of not being ashamed of the gospel of Jesus Christ! His generousity and hospitality was a great reflection of our Redeemer’s Heart to His people! It is difficult to lay our treasures in heaven but I know our LORD will wrap you in His Comfort, Peace and Knowledge that He keeps His promise to never leave you or forsake you! We love you and we are lifting you before Him Who sits on His throne!
Cherri, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. May his wonderful and happy memories keep you in a warm embrace. All my love, Lana
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time. Having grown up with Johnny and went to school with him, we talked a lot about memories when we would see one another. He will be missed.
Praying that God will comfort each of you as only He can.
So sorry for your loss. Johnny and his family were our neighbors for a time in Woodfin; very nice family. Praying that God’s love will bring you peace and comfort.
So sorry for your loss he was a wonderfully man
What a wonderful testimony this husband, father, brother, grandfather, and uncle has left behind! There is nothing more important than to have the peace of mind, knowing he is in the arms of Jesus. Though there is sadness and grief here on earth, as family and friends grieve his absence, knowing he is now in perfect health can bring no greater comfort! Prayers and love is sent to this wonderful family.
Melissa, will never forget all the love you and Jhonny poured into all the many fundraising and prayer vigilant for our son Wayne and the love you showed my family during our years of need. You both will always remain in my mind as some of God’s earthly angels. Much love to you and the kids in this time of suffering in your lives.
Mr Herron was an angel…… I had the privilege of meeting him as a child…. He was so loving, accepting and encouraging during one of the most difficult times of my life. I lost contact with him over the years and never got to tell what an impact he made on my life…. Rest in heaven Mr. Herron…. I know a great reward met you there. Until we meet again.