Kimberly Diane Worley Brank

kimberly brank

March 4, 1964 ~ January 20, 2020

Born in: Buncombe Co., NC
Resided in: Candler, NC

Kimberly Diane Worley Brank, 55, of Candler, passed away Monday, January 20, 2020.

A native of Buncombe Co., Kimberly was a daughter of Dot Farlow Worley and of the late Robert Lewis “Sam” Worley. She was also preceded in death by her nephew, Christopher McKinney.

Mrs. Brank worked for Cooper-Bussman and more recently in the dietary department of Mission Hospital.

In addition to her mother, surviving are her daughter, Alisha Brank; fiancé, Leon Jones; brothers, Jeff McKinney and Craig McKinney (Linda); four nieces, one nephew, and several great-nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 25, in the Patton Avenue chapel of Groce Funeral Home, with Pastor Sonia Burleson officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home.

Services

Visitation: January 24, 2020 6:00 pm - April 26, 2024 8:00 pm

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

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

Funeral Service: January 25, 2020 10:00 am

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

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

Burial: January 25, 2020 11:00 am

Forest Lawn Memorial Park
1498 Sand Hill Road
Candler, NC 28715

828-667-8715

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  1. So So sorry to here about Kim she was the sweetest cousin she was always happy and I loved her laugh and her smile she was such a loving person she was always full of hugs prayers to Alicia and Leon and all her family. Love you Kim I hope you are at peace

  2. God speed my sweet sister
    We share some of my favorite memories
    You’ll always be in my heart and I will share our stories over and over
    My prayers for Alisha, Leon,Dot, Jeff and Craig and the rest of the family

  3. Such a precious life gone too soon. Wonderful memories of when we were in the Flashettes together. Sending prayers for strength🙏🏻

  4. Words can’t explain how I feel right now. Kim was a Blessing to everyone so proud to call her my friend. Kim you go rest high on that mountain for one day we will meet again.LORD JESUS CHRIST wrap your arms around her loving family and comfort each and every one of them.FLY HIGH MY FRIEND FOR YOU WILL BE MISSED!

  5. I’m ssooo sorry about your loss. I loved Kim . She was a doll for sure. My heart is heavy for you all . Will be praying for each one and asking Gods peace to surround you . Love you guys Theresia Hamlin

  6. I was shocked when I got the news. I always thought of you like the daughter I never had. You had a smile that would light up a room. There was always laughter and good times to be had when you was around. This world will be a little darker without you. One of the best neighbors I ever had. We lost a beautiful soul, but the Lord above gained a beautiful angel. You will be dearly missed. Love always to my dear friend. My prayers and thoughts are with you family.

  7. Kim we had so much fun at Bussmann you were such a joyful person to be around we couldn’t help but nickname you little RoseAnn keep smiling and laughing Leon an family you are in my thoughts and prayers

  8. Heaven has gained an angel. What a sweet person we lost. We had lots of good times and some great memories to hold on to. Such a loss. I will forever remember that laugh!

  9. Frank and Mary Shuffler, we were neighbors with Kim. I enjoyed talking with her when I walked and she was sitting in her rocking chair on the front porch. Kim will be missed in the community.

  10. Kim was so sweet and special, and loved everyone unconditionally! She is missed, but will always be remembered.

  11. So glad you passed by my way, thanks for loving tracie..she loved you also. You will be missed, but never forgotten.

  12. Ms.Kimberly I also was very shocked to hear of you leaving us so soon,but to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. I will continue to pray for the entire family.

  13. Dear Aunt Dot and Family:
    So very sorry to learn about Kim. Such a pretty and sweet girl who always had a hug for me when we would see each other. I am sending hugs to all of you. Much love and prayers. Phyllis McKinney Jamison

  14. Kim and I worked together at Bussman and then we run into each other working at Mission. Such a sweet and funny person. Alisha and Leon you are in my thoughts and prayers.

  15. I’ll miss you every single day for the rest of my life. You are no longer in pain. Fly high and rest easy. I love you. Until we meet again….. RIH

  16. My deepest condolences! Kim was a light wherever she was seen! Will truly be missed here on earth. May God wrap His loving arms around you when you need His comfort.


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