Luke "Roland" Lunsford
November 26, 1927 ~ July 20, 2019
Resided in:
Fairview, NC
Luke “Roland” Lunsford, 91, of Fairview, died Saturday, July 20, 2019 at Park Ridge Hospital, Fletcher.
Born in Buncombe County, he was the husband of Joan (Staak) Lunsford of Fairview, and the son of the late Emory and Mammie (Goldsmith) Lunsford.
A Navy veteran of WWII, Roland, along with his wife, was a charter member of East Chestnut Church of Christ, Asheville.
In addition to his wife of 65 years, he is survived by 2 sons; Mark Lunsford (Jan) of Arden and David Lunsford (Linda) of Greenville, SC; 2 grandchildren: Elliot Lunsford (Amy) and Sarah Eddleman (Eddie); and 2 great-grandsons, Jacob and Jonathan Lunsford.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, July 23rd, 2019 at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to East Chestnut Church of Christ, 127 East Chestnut Street, Asheville, NC 28801.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.
Services
Graveside Service: July 23, 2019 11:00 am
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery
Garren Creek
Fairview, NC 28730
828-252-3535
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828)687-3530
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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So sorry to learn of my first cousin, Roland’s passing. My deepest condolences to Joan and her family.
My heart goes out to all of Rolands family! Though I’m his neice( from Michigan) I didn’t know him all that well but I remember him having a big heart and him and Aunt Joan opened his home up to me and my sister when we came for a visit! Rest In Peace Uncle Roland! My prayers to all the family! ❤️
Rest In Peace my friend.
Joan
Thinking of you and your family at this time. Bless you
Psalms 116:15
David, so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Praying that God will visit your family with His peace and comfort.
In Him
Mark & family,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad. Please know you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
I am truly sorry to hear about the loss of your father. May your faith sustain you throughout this time in your life.
Mark,
Condolences to you and your family.
JC Crandall/ACR Class of 7
Roland was a faithful employee of our company and a good friend to me and the Talman family . He will be missed by all who knew and worked with him . Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during these trying times .
Mark and family,
It’s hard when you lose a parent. Please know I’ll be praying for peace for all of you.
So very sorry for the loss of your father Mark, my heart goes out to you and your family during this really difficult time in your lives. May God wrap you all in his loving arms and give you comfort in all ways.
David, so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Although I never had the privilege to meet your dad, I can see that he did a fine job to rear you up. Your commitment to Faith, Family and Friends has been encouraging and I have been blessed to work alongside you for 29 years now. You continue to be a living testament to the values and ethics your dad instilled in you.
Deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your father.
Janet Carter Pamfilis
ACR Class of ’74
Roland was a co-worker at EA Industries many years ago. He was just the best man and always happy. The last time I saw him was at Sears and he hadn’t changed. I am deeply saddened by the loss of this sweet man. Please know each of you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Mark. May God give you strength and comfort.
I know I’m late… but saw this a week or so ago! Wanted to extend my condolences and tell you I’m sorry you lost your Dad. I hope you and all your family are doing okay (grief is not easy) and allowing the good Lord to strengthen and comfort you!