Pamela Carol McMinn
December 14, 1955 ~ July 30, 2012
Resided in:
Arden, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Pamela Carol McMinn, 56, of Arden, went to be with her Lord on Monday, July 30, 2012.
A native of Buncombe County, she was a daughter of Geraldine Penley Ballard of Arden and of the late William Franklin Ballard Sr. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Gary Franklin "Radio" McMinn, who died in March of 2012, as well as infant twin grandchildren.
Pamela was a 1974 graduate of Reynolds High School, attended Biltmore Baptist Church and was an agent with Morrow Insurance Agency in Hendersonville. She loved life, being with friends and family and had a wonderful sense of humor. Pam was a beloved daughter and sister and a devoted wife, mother and grammy. "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord."
In addition to her mother, she is survived by one daughter, Tara Renee McMinn of Asheville; two sons, Jonathan McMinn of Fletcher and Brad McMinn and his wife, Leah, of Asheville; two sisters, Gloria Cole of Fletcher and Renee Parker of Hendersonville; one brother, William "Billy" Franklin Ballard Jr of Beaufort, SC; three grandchildren, Kylee, Mariah and Dane McMinn; several special nieces and nephews as well as her canine princess, "Abby".
A funeral service will be held at 4:00 PM on Thursday, August 2, 2012 in the chapel of Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian with the Reverend Kelvin Moseley officiating. Interment will follow at Shepherd Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 2:30-4:00 PM on Thursday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family graciously asks that you consider contributions to your local American Cancer Society.
An online memorial register is available at grocefuneralhome.com.
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We are here for all of you. She will be truly missed. You know there is a marriage going on in heaven right now. Your Mom and Dad are together again, continuing to look out for their children and grandchildren. Love ya’ll
Tara,Brad&Jonathan; I know words don’t mean much at a time like this but your Mom is in a better place today. She is with Gary again, maybe not exactly as they planned it, but there is a bigger, better planner at work than any of us could ever be.Take care of each other because that is what they would want you guys to do.
I cannot tell you how sorry I am for your loss. My heart is heavy and I am praying for all of you. Pam was a special person and we are going to miss her and feel her absence greatly here at Morrow.
Pam and I went to elementary school and to high school together. I am saddened by your losses in the span of such a short time. May you feel God’s presence and His peace during this difficult time.
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Many prayers and thoughts are being sent your family’s way at this really unimaginably hard time. I cannot even imagine what you are going through losing both Pam and Gary so close together. Even though it was way too soon on our watch, it was all perfect in God’s time. They are together once again. Love you guys.
Many prayers and thoughts are being sent your family’s way at this really unimaginably hard time. I cannot even imagine what you are going through losing both Pam and Gary so close together. Even though it was way too soon on our watch, it was all perfect in God’s time. They are together once again. Love you guys.
Dear Tara, Brad, & Jonathan: We are so very sorry about your sweet mom. She was a good friend to me when I worked at Morrow. I so loved to hear her laugh. She was absolutely head over heels crazy in love with Gary, you three, and her beloved grandbabies! And, no one ever loved the beach more. She will be missed and remembered fondly. Thinking of her will always make me smile! May God surround you with memories of her and ease your pain.
Words can’t express my sorrow and broken heart. Tara, Jon, Brad, Mother Glo and the family I have come to know in the last few days, I am here for you always. What a beautiful family you are! I love each and every one of you with all my heart! My dear friend and cohort will be missed forever. Just to hear one more laugh, take one more trip…
Pam was a good friend.. she will be greatly missed.. My prayers go out to the family for comfort in this time of sadness..
I remember Pam from our shared time at A.C. Reynolds High School as a lovely, friendly girl. My thoughts and best wishes go out to her family and friends during this time.
May God comfort each of you during this time of grief. I know you will miss Pam so very much. My memories go back to childhood and I recall a sweet, kind girl who always had a smile on her face and a twinkle in her eye….a love of life. Support each other as you recall many wonderful memories of Pam’s life. God Bless You all.
So sorry to have lost another classmate. Pam was a very sweet person and she will be missed so much. My heart and my thoughts are with you during this time of grief. May God Bless and keep you always.
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF PAM. SHE WAS A WONDERFUL CLASSMATE AND FRIEND. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO HER FAMILY. SHE WILL BE MISSED.
I am so sorry to hear of Pam’s passing. I have fond memories of her during our days at ACR. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.
I had the pleasure of knowing Pam during our high school years. She was funny and sweet and a great friend! She will be sadly missed. May God comfort all of you during this difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers are with Pam’s family at this time! Pam was a great lady and wonderful friend of mine in HS! She will truly be missed! God will surely be saying ‘Well done My good and faithful servant!’
My thoughts and prayers are with Pam’s family. Pam and I were good friends in high school. In high school we worked together at Sears in the cafeteria. I have fond memories of those times.
Class of 74
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO PAM’S FAMILY. I’M GLAD I GOT TO MEET HER ON MY TRIP TO ASHEVILLE WITH JANE SEVERAL SUMMERS AGO.
Tara,Brad,Jonathon and family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. I have had the privilege of working with Pam for many years and will cherish the memories. Her sense of humor and musical laughter will be greatly missed.
Dear Leah, Brad, new baby, and family-I just heard this news from some Rugby friends and was so sad to hear of this loss for you so soon to your other untimely and significant family loss. Just know that I am thinking of you and praying for you all. May you find peace and solace in one another.
Tara,Jon,Brad and family: There are no words that will heal what God and time can. Just know that now and in the days to come, I cradle you in my prayers and ask God to comfort and strengthen each of you. Pam was like a big sister to me and I will never forget all the joy and happiness that her life brought to mine. She is truly an angel sent from above who will live on thru each of you. I feel honored to call her my friend…for life.
Love,
Teia (one of the ‘3 Amigos’)
I am sorrowed to hear of Pam passing. She was such a great friend and classmate in school. What a wonderful person we have lost. I remember her for the predictable consistently warm, kind, and caring personality she managed to maintain even through the toughest of times. She’s reunited now with her life love and partner. She will forever be in our hearts. I have misty water colored memories of her warm smiling eyes and the cute grin she always gave in return for a compliment. My deepest sympathy goes out to her family at this time.
Words are never adequate, but I join with Pam’s family in friends in mouring her loss. I have warm memories of her beginning in elementary school and continuing through high school. Deepest sympahty for your loss.
Janet Carter Pamfilis
ACR Class of 74
Our prayers go out to you and your family at your time of loss.
Cheryl Hudson,Tabitha Hudson,Jayden Hudson,Ray Rathburn
Dear Tara, Brad, and Jonathan: Pami was a bright and shining presense here at Morrow! Her laughter was one of a kind. I will hold very special memories of our chats in her ‘beach office’. I always felt better after visiting with her! She always talked about her children and grandchildren, Gary, her Mom, and of course Abby and Jax – she loved all of you with her whole heart. I was blessed to have known her, and call her my friend. I will love Pam forever and always. Many prayers for all those heartbroken by her absense.
Pam was a precious lady and a good friend. I had the pleasure of working with Pam for the past 8 years. She could make you laugh when you needed it the most, she would brighten every corner. Our hearts are so heavy today but we will look forward to the day we meet again. She loved each one of you dearly. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Pam, Thank you so much for being one of my all time best friends. You definitely made my high school years tolerable. I know I was never as adventurous as you. I loved you as we grew. Your family was lucky to have you. Now our Father God does. LOVE