Martha Louise Emery

martha emery
Martha Louise Jolly Emery, 85, our most loving and devoted mother, passed away Monday, September 14, 2015 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Asheville. Mrs. Emery was born in Buncombe County to the late Otis Jolly and Maude Kitchens Stanley. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Clinton Edward Emery; a son, Benny Carroll Banks, Jr. and her brother, Weldon Jolly. Mrs. Emery was a member of Calvary Episcopal Church in Fletcher. She is survived by her son, Chip Emery and his wife, Jennifer; a daughter-in-law, Robin Banks Ball and four grandchildren, Bethany Emery, Colten Emery, Logan Banks, and Savannah Banks Toth. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, September 18, 2015 at Calvary Episcopal Churchyard in Fletcher. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, www.stjude.org Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.

View current weather.

Memories Timeline

Guestbook

  1. My husband and I are truly sorry for the loss and we would like to express our condolences to the entire family. We simply cannot imagine the great pain and sorrow you are experiencing during this very difficult time. It is our sincere hope you find comfort in knowing that God has promised to ‘swallow up death forever’ (Isaiah 25:8), and that he will resurrect our dear loved ones who have passed away. John 5:28.

  2. Martha was a beloved aunt to me, she knows I loved her, as did my wife and our children. We didn’t see each other much over the last years, due to time and distance, but we did talk and the love was always there. I am truly sad, and send my best to the family. Gordon and Kathy Jolly

  3. Chip, I’m so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a wonderful woman and was always so sweet to me. I’ll be keeping you and your family in my prayers.

  4. Chip & Jennifer,
    Sorry for my Dear Friend and special lady,Martha’s passing
    She will be taken care of with Mama Stanley, and her dear friend
    Mary Ann Elingburg. Our Father in heaven will take care of
    all. She is not suffering ,nor having pain.
    My Best to you and your family.


Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle

Accessibility Tools
hide