Mary Ann Embler
January 29, 1930 ~ March 9, 2012
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Mary Ann Embler, 82, of Asheville, died at home on Friday, March 9, 2012.
A native of Buncombe Co., she was a daughter of the late Floyd and Stella Reeves Embler. She was also preceded in death by sisters, Nan Jones and Louise Murray, brothers-in-law, Grover Jones and Mike Murray, and great nephews, Erik Nicodemus and Darren Seegrist.
Ms. Embler retired from Southern Bell after 37 years of service. She was a member of The Pioneers, and Emma United Methodist Church.
Ms. Embler is survived by a sister, Margaret Smith; nieces, Joyce Wilson (Ronnie), Nancy Rauberts, Barbara Seegrist, Terri Little (Irvin), and Diane Price (Dan); nephews, Pat Murray and Hubert Holcombe; nieces and caregivers, Mary Carol Morrison (Joe), Tonya Kelley (Tim), and Melissa Holcombe; 4 great-nieces, 4 great-nephews, and many great-great nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday at Green Hills Cemetery, with the Revs. Steve Byron and David Warren officiating.
Her family will receive friends from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Sunday at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Emma United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 6921, Asheville, NC 28816.
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Mary Carol and Family,
Rachel and I are so very sorry for your loss. You did so much taking care of Mary Ann at home, making sure she was cared for and comfortable in every way. I know she was thankful for love and the care you gave her.
Always cherish the memories as you will always carry them with you.
Love,
Lane and Rachel
We are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Mary Ann, may God bless you.
Tonya I am so sorry for your loss. If there is anything at all that I can do for you, please let me know. your in my thoughts and prayers.
With my deepest sympathy and condolences to the family of Mary-Ann. Carol(Rathbone)Brinkley
Dear Embler family,
I am sorry for your loss. As the days and weeks go by may you draw closer to God in prayer and allow Him to sustain you.-
Psalm 55:22.
Mary Ann was always such a big chapter in my life – a mentor and a most wonderful aunt. I will miss her so much and I will know she is in a better place. joyce wilson
Mary Carol,
I just found out about the loss of
your friend, Mary Ann.I know you made a difference in her life.
Sincerely,
Gail
Sorry for your loss..you did all you could..
Just checked my email today. Was sorry to read about Mary Ann. My Condolence to the family. Always enjoyed working with her. She was always willing to go the extra mile to get the job done. She will be missed by her friends, family, and the church.
Sorry to hear of Mary Ann’s passing
she will be missed
Mary Ann’s sweet smile, her sense of wit, and her beautiful voice in the Emma Church choir are things I will always miss about this very special lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of grief.