Mildred Sluder Culbertson
May 12, 1922 ~ April 10, 2018
Resided in:
Leicester, NC
Mildred Sluder Culbertson, 95, of Leicester, died on Tuesday, April 10, 2018, at her home.
A native of Buncombe Co., Mildred was the daughter of the late Clyde and Fannie Mae Foster Sluder. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Van Culbertson; son-in-law, John Chapman; sister-in-law, Wilma Sluder; one sister, and two brothers.
Mrs. Culbertson was a member of Western Chapel United Methodist Church, where she played piano for more than 50 years.
She is survived by her daughters, Judy Chapman and Sharon Wilsdon (Tom); sons, Van "Tom" Culbertson, Jr. (Rena) and Ronnie Culbertson (Mary); brothers, Bill Sluder, Rex Sluder (Georgia), and Riley Sluder (Iris); seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
The graveside service for Mrs. Culbertson will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday at Western Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery. The Rev. Phillip Chance will officiate.
Her family will receive friends at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue beginning at 2:00 p.m on Friday prior to the graveside service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Western Chapel United Methodist Church, PO Box 1657, Leicester, NC 28748.
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Judy, Sharon and family: My sympathy to each of you in the loss of your sweet Mother. Judy, I remember how gracious she was when I would come home with you before a ballgame when we were in high school. May the loving hand of God grant you peace and comfort during your time of sorrow.
Sorry for your loss.Our Prayers are with Family
My condolences to Tom, Sharon, Judy and the entire Culbertson family. I will never forget how she welcomed me into her home when Linda and I needed a place to land. She was a sweet lady and I am sure she will be missed!! Praying for each of you as you walk through the grief journey!
Sadness prevails at the loss of a loved one, but peace fills the heart and soul
remembering the memories and knowing you will be joined again one day.
Sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time
Sorry for your loss.
Tommy so sorry for your loss praying for Judy and all the family
Tommy, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
We are so sorry to learn of the passing of our Dear Aunt Mildred. She was always such a kind and thoughtful person whom we shall always miss.
Much Love to all the family, especially Sharon and Judy. The family is in our thoughts and prayers. With Love and respect,
Jimmy and Donna Kay Culbertson
Uncle Tom and Ms. Judy (and families),
We just saw that our sweet Mamaw Cubby passed. We loved her very much! She took excellent care of Courtney and Drew while in the daycare. I have many fond memories of her. We will not be able to attend her service tomorrow because we just read the notice. Please know we are praying for you all and send our love. Randy, Debbie, Courtney and Drew
Judy,
Just learned of your mother’s passing. Our sympathy goes out to you and the rest of your family at this trying time. She will always live on in your heart and your memories.
Sorry for your loss praying for the family love all of you
Sharon, so very sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful woman.