LouAnn Fields Stover

louann stover

August 1, 1953 ~ February 4, 2023

Born in: Fayetteville, GA
Resided in: Asheville, NC

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LouAnn Fields Stover, age 69 of Asheville, NC left her earthly body early morning of Saturday, February 4, 2023. She was at home surrounded by her loving family.

LouAnn was born in Fayetteville, Georgia on August 1, 1953. She always spoke of the wonderful childhood memories she had with her mom, dad, and brother Bruce. She loved playing in their backyard, swimming in the pool and she could outrun any boy in a race.

LouAnn is preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Corine Fields and sister-in-law, Myra Fields. She is survived by a large family who love her very much. Her husband of 42 years, Chester Stover, brother Bruce Fields and nieces, Courtney and Taylor Fields of Knoxville, Tennessee. LouAnn has four children and many grandchildren who were the light of her world. Darah Wilson (Aric), Rebecca Ikeme (Chuma), Jacob Stover (Candice), Katie Mobley (Jon). Her grandchildren: Ariana, Arin, Makhi, Josiah, Zion, Emmeline, Asher, Cayden, Rakease, Kaylee, and Sophia. She loved and deeply touched each of these children and grandchildren. She is also survived by three stepchildren, Chester Jr., Mary, and Sara and several related grandchildren and great grandchildren. She also leaves behind her beloved dog, Ellie and special friend, Susan Jenkins.

LouAnn taught school for many years, most recently at Grassy Branch Preschool. She had a gift for working with children. She impacted both the lives of her students and co-workers with her dance-offs, laughter and creativity.

She loved her grandchildren immensely and had a unique connection with each of them. She has played an essential role in all of their lives and made each feel special. She was always their number one fan by yelling and cheering them on at their sporting/dance events.

She enjoyed working in her yard, sitting on her back porch with her friend Susan, going to dinner with her husband, going out on the weekends with her children and grandchildren to shop and look around, and doing household projects. She had a tender heart for animals and a deep love for plants.

She was a loving wife, mom, gammy, sister, aunt, and friend to so many that will cherish her memories forever. She loved with pride and her lioness energy, and she was truly the matriarch of the family. The family can’t quite grasp the loss at the moment but knows where she is and that they will run into her arms again one day. Until then, all will remember her by her wit, funny personality, dancing, singing, and infectious laugh.
Please continue to hold the family in the light. LouAnn, Mommy, Gammy, keep dancing.

Please join her friends and family for a celebration of life at 11am on Thursday, February 9, 2023, at Groce Funeral Home, 856 Tunnel Rd, Asheville, NC 28805. A visitation will follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Place Fellowship Church in Fairview.

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Celebration of Life: February 9, 2023 11:00 am

Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road
856 Tunnel Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
(828)299-4416
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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  2. Precious sister-in-law we will miss greatly. Yes, her laugh was among my favorite.
    Until we meet again at Jesus feet and we will because of His Life He gave for us on the cross to have eternal life.
    We pray for all the family and dear brother Chester.

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  3. Some of my best childhood memories were spent with LouAnn in her back yard and on her back porch. One of the funniest and greatest mothers and grandmother I ever knew. I always enjoyed spending time as a kid at The Stover’s. I still remember their landline phone number. Lol! Dara, Rebecca, Jacob, and Katie were like my brother and sisters in the neighborhood. I’m so sorry you lost her so soon! Love you guys!

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  4. My heart hurts for you all. She was an amazing human who welcomed and loved everyone who came through her door. Sending so much love and prayers everyone’s way. You all are piece of her and will continue to shine her light in this world. All my love xo

    Kaylen

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  5. This sweet lady touched the lives of so many. She taught one of my children and 2 of my grandchildren at Beverly Hills & Grassy Branch preschools. SO MANY children and families have been blessed by her teaching and will continue to be impacted for years to come. She was the wittiest, smartest, funniest lady, not to mention best dancer ever! Family, we know this is a huge loss and share in your grief. We love you all and will continue to pray for each of you.

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  6. I have always thought of LouAnn as my second mom. Even running straight to her house as soon as I found out I was having my boys. I have never once been around her and not left with a stomach ache from all the laughing. All of the memories will never leave me. We all love her not as a friend but as family. We will continue to pray for all of you and know we are just a phone call away.

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  7. My heart goes out to all of you. LouAnn was an amazing lady and touched so many lives in the very best way. I’m grateful I had the chance to know her.

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  8. Will always remember your laugh,smile and big heart! You were my Brittany’s second mom. I never worried when she was with you and Katie! This is an amazing family! Will continue to pray for you guys.

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  9. Our sincere condolences to LouAnn’s family and friends. You are in our continuous thoughts and prayers.

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  10. LouAnn will be missed greatly!! It absolutely broke my heart when I heard of her passing. She was my daughter’s first teacher at Grassy Branch Preschool. She also taught my son there a few years later. Such fond memories of her smile and laughter and the compliments she gave my children will forever be in my heart. Fly high, Ms. LouAnn, we will miss you!!
    -Jennifer, Erik, Lynden & Ashley Tillman

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  11. Mama Lou, that’s what I called her and what she was to me. She was like a second mother to me, and to so many. She was the most charismatic, witty, fun, smart, loving, caring person I knew. Not only was she my best friend Darah, of 30+ years mom, but she taught my son in kindergarten, and, of course, gave him special treatment. She deeply cared about anyone who was in her children and grandchildren‘s lives, including my family. LouAnn was one of a kind, she will be incredibly missed by everyone who was blessed to know her. My endless sympathies and prayers to her family. Until we meet again, you will live in our hearts forever. Love you Mama Lou❤️

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  12. Ricky and I came to know LouAnn and her family well through being neighbors of her parents in Botany Woods.
    Our friendship with her and each member of her family will always be treasured. I am so grateful for all of the laughs that we shared. Rest in peace Miss LouAnn!

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  13. Katie, you and your family are in my prayers. I didn’t know your mother but I know the beautiful wonderful woman she raised. She must have been wonderful! She is in a beautiful place with no worries.

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  14. Heart breaking to hear of her passing. Good memories while watching our kids play sports and meeting for lunch while the kids were at school. Lots of laughs with this lady! Her husband and dear children praying for you all.

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  15. I worked with her at the preschool. She was the funniest and happiest person all the time. She was so good with the kids and they loved her. A good friend! Sending prayers and hugs to all the family for your loss. God has another Angel.

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  21. LouAnn was such an incredible spirit. We are so thankful to have the opportunity to know her— she was such a shining light in BOTH my kiddos’ worlds… as well as so many of the kids at Grassy Branch. We are praying for your sweet family. I can see her now, carefree and dancing now with all those who went before her. What an amazing woman.

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  22. This woman right here, Lou Ann Stover, was one of a kind. She was my first best friend in North Carolina. And my very first neighbor. She accepted me for who I was and passed no judgment. We became very close and even though we lived across the way from each other we still talked on the phone every day for hours. She got me into taking my kids to church and even singing in the church choir. We even sang a duet in front of the whole congregation. We got our kids together and did theme Halloween’s for several years. I knew I could always trust her and her judgment with any trials I had. Such a wonderful influence in my life and anyone else that she knew. She never met a stranger. She and her family were definitely part of my family ❤️ Even though we are now far in distance, I will miss you dear friend and hold every memory close to my heart. Please say a prayer for her children and family in these hard times. May you Rest In Peace Lou Ann 🙏🏼❤️🥲 Love you Darah, Rebecca, Jacob, Katie and Chester. My heart goes out to all of you and your families ❤️

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  23. LouAnn was my sons first teacher. as a mom I was so nervous in the first day taking him to preschool leaving him for the first time with strangers. LouAnn welcomed him and myself with open arms and assurance that he was in safe hands. She would send me pictures of his day, always knowing how to reassure me he was doing just fine. I was so honored to know her. She was so sweet kind and thinking if others. May God be with her family as they take comfort knowing she is now resting in the arms of our Lord.

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  24. So sad to hear of Lou Ann’s passing. She was such a nice, caring person. Eventually you will remember her with more smiles than tears. My prayers are with the Family.

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  25. Prayers to you all- your mom was an amazing human and my childhood is full of fond memories including your family!!! Much love to you all over the coming days and weeks.

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  28. Let the Lord guide you through this difficult journey and I pray you all find peace and comfort during this time of sorrow.

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  29. Oh LouAnne every one will miss you,especially the children you taught. LouAnne was my Assistant at Vance Elementary for many years. She made my last years of teaching so pleasant. Her laugh and wit just made my day. What a talent she had in caring for children. I know her family is devastated and I pray for you everyday. Heaven definitely got a good one.We all love you my dear friend.

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  31. Truely an amazing grandmother mother friend teacher and person!!! You will be missed greatly until we see you again !!! I truly feel blessed to have been friends w you and your family for years and it all started w preschool at Grassy Branch- – I’m so thankful my kids had such a great person to help them in their early lives and continue to support them later through sports and many other things — you always had a hug for them and myself no matter where we ran into each other. Love and prayers to you and your family.
    —J Frye

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  32. To all of LouAnn’s family, I am so very sorry for your loss. LouAnn was such a fun and wonderful person to be around. Working with her at Westminster and Grassy Branch preschool was a privilege and I have so many great memories of her. She was a natural with animals, kids and people in general. She will be missed greatly.

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  33. We were so saddened to learn of the passing of Lou Ann. Peace and comfort to all the family at this time and the times ahead. She as an angel on earth and now in heaven. Her smile was so wonderful and we are glad to have known her for many years. She is God’s angel now. Continued prayers for the family.

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  34. Family of Lou Ann I’m so sorry for your loss. I remember your family so well from our days at Morningside Baptist. Loved you then and Love you still. Lou Ann was a kind and loving person.

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  36. Miss LouAnn was a preschool teacher for both my girls and a wonderful encourager for us as parents. We all loved to go see her at Grassy Branch! She helped kids blossom and feel free to be themselves. She shared her joy with them, and their joy seemed to really fuel her. What a minister she was! I’m so grateful for how she poured into our family. She will be missed. – Rebecca, Artur, Evana, and Ariana Loli

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  38. Our deepest sympathy to our brother Chester and each of the children he and LouAnn raised so well; the beautiful grandchildren as well.
    This precious lady’s positive impact and influence extended far beyond the confines of her own home though. LouAnn was loved by so many people. We were blessed to know her, love her, and call her sister-in-law for over forty years.
    Thanks be to God through Jesus, we will see LouAnn again some day in a far far better world.
    Love,
    Jim & Susie

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  39. I just heard about LouAnn’s passing today. She was such a good childhood friend. When I think about playing hide and seek and a hundred other games I always think of Lou Ann. I know she is missed and remembered dearly by her family and friends. I will keep you in my prayers and Lou Ann close to my heart. .

    Please accept my very late condolences for the loss of your family matriarch. I read of her full life of children and grand children and know she must have been a great mother!

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