Margaret Ann Shoffner Young
January 16, 1929 ~ December 25, 2011
Resided in:
Arden, NC
Margaret Ann Shoffner Young, 82, of Arden, died on Sunday, December 25, 2011, at her residence.
Born on January 16, 1929, Mrs. Young was a daughter of the late Carl and Kathryn Shoffner. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Helen Roberts, Dorothy Dalton, and Nancy Allen; by her brother, Bill Shoffner; and by her niece, Lisa Dalton.
Mrs. Young retired as an administrator at Overnight Transportation, where she worked for 24 years. She enjoyed reading her Bible, and saying her daily prayers and Rosary.
"Mamaw" loved her family and the Christmas season, which makes the 25th of December the appropriate day for her to enter Heaven. She is survived by pet and constant companion, Charlie; by her daughters, Paula Galloway, of Asheville, and Bonni (Ernie) Sigmon, of Arden; sister Kathy (Jerry) Henderson of Asheville; granddaughters, Courtney (Brent) Smith, of Charlotte, Carrington (Michael) Robbins, of Arden, Maegan Henson (Rob Childers), of Arden, and Amber Galloway, of Asheville; great-grandchildren, Jakob Robbins, Carson and Delaney Smith, and Brennen Wright; and many nieces and nephews whom she adored.
There will be a brief gathering of friends and family, and a prayer service for Mrs. Young at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. The Rev. Mr. Michael Zboyovski will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ABCCM, Attn: Heating Fund, 30 Cumberland Ave., Asheville, NC 28801.
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KATHY, MY SINCERE CONDOLENCE..KNOW HOW YOU LOVED YOUR SISTER…
REJOICE THAT SHE IS INDEED IN A MUCH BETTER PLACE…LOVED THE FACT SHE LOVED READING HER BIBLE
‘SEFUS’
Bonni,
The days of our lives are so precious, the people in them are more special than we realize until they are gone.
You and your family are in our prayers.
Bonni,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. Please let me know if there is any thing I can do to help you. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Kathy, Please accept my condolences in the passing of your dear sister.
Love, Merle
Ernie and Bonnie,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. Please let me know if you need anything.
Kathy,
Our sincere sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your sister.
Find comfort in knowing that she is in a MUCH better place.
Burnie and Elaine Duncan
Bonni & Family,
You are in my heart…with thoughts of condolences & an outpour of sympathy during this time of deep sorrow with the loss of your dear Mother. Please know that I care… Sandra
Bonni,
Your Mother’s picture is beautiful and I know you must have beautiful memories of her too. I am so very sorry, please let me know if I can be of help in any way. Know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Kathy,It broke my heart to see you have lost another loved one.You were blessed to have so many siblings and I know you must have wonderful memories of them all.You and all the family will be in our thoughts and prayers tomorrow.Love,Mary Jo and Ken
Though the ones we love may leave life as we know it, in our memory, the love we know will always carry on.
Bonni and Ernie,
Know you will miss your sweet Mom and MaMaw, but you have all the wonderful memories to cherish. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Bonni and Family,
I know that this will be very hard on all of you. I have also lost my mother so I know what you are going through. The important part is to remember the wonderful times you had with her and let your friends and family help you. Bonni, I know that you will try to be the strong one but know that there a lot of people who would love the chance to do something for you. You and the family will be in our thoughts and prayers now and the weeks to come. Please let me know if I can be of any help…
My deepest sympathies. My prayers are with you all.
Bonni and Ernie, I was very sorry to hear that your Mother passed away on Christmas morning. She was so blessed to have your care during her illness. You are in Roy’s and my prayers.
Dear Bonni – I am so sorry to hear you lost your mother. I loved the time we spent with her a few years ago and know that you have many good memories of her. While I did not know her well, I do know you and that tells me that she was a very special woman as she guided you to become the very special woman you are. My heart aches for you, but their is joy in knowing that your loved ones are at peace now forever. Please remember to take care of yourself as you grieve and let others help take care of you for a while. I love you so and want to be sure that you get through this. I know Ernie is right there beside you to help and I am thanking him now for taking care of one of my favorite people.
Love, Barbara
I have many fond memories of Peggy when I was at your house. We had many good times. I think of her often.
Bonni,
So sorry to hear about your Mom. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bonni and Family,
No words can express how sorry I am at the loss of your Mother. You know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Please let me know if there is anything at all I can do for you.
Love you, Jenny
Dear Bonni, Carrington, Jacob and Courtney
My heart goes out to each of you at the loss of your dear one……Thinking of you and praying that you will be comforted by the wonderful memories you have of her.
Bonni and Family
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. I have so many fond memories of the fun we had growing up. She is at peace and I will remember the family in my prayers.
Dear Kathy,
My words won’t heal your hurt but my thoughts will help support you.
Knowing your sister’s love of God and her want to read her bible, I’m sure she chose 12/25 to go and help our Lord celebrate his birthday. What a wonderful thought and what a marvelous person she is!
Love you,
(the other) Jerry
Bonni and Family,
I am thinking of you all during this difficult time. I know that only time heals your loss. I can only imagine what an impressive woman she must have been to have raised such a great family!
With Love,
Leslie
Bonni,
My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I am sure your mother is in a better place at this time and no more suffering. Take the necessary time to care for yourself.
Bonni,
I am so sorry to hear about your mother. Please know that my prayers are with you and your family.
Bonni, I am so sorry to hear about your mother, my wife and I will keep you and your family in our prayers. David
Bonni, I know you two have had a very terribly somber time lately. I am so very sorry for your loss. There really are no words that can convey the feeling that I would like to share, one of peace, contentment and compassion. All I can say is Gloria and I love you and will pray for a better New Year.
Take care,
Bob Brandon
Bonni & Family,
My heart breaks for you as you mourn the loss of your mom. She was a wonderful person and someone I was proud to call friend. She had an infectious laugh that I’ll never forget. You and your mom had a special bond that will never be broken. She is at peace now.
I love you,
Penny
Dearest Bonni,
My heart is reaching out to you in sympathy and prayer. May the heartfelt comfort of friends & family be your strength now and in the days ahead. Your Mom’s contributions to life and her profound teachings & love shared with you will live within your heart forever.
During this difficult time of sorrow and grief, please take care of yourself and know that I’m here for you…
With love and prayers,
Sandra Lucas-Germany