Phyllis June Pyatte Hutchins
May 12, 1937 ~ November 10, 2022
Born in:
Rutherford Co., NC
Resided in:
Leicester, NC
Phyllis June Pyatte Hutchins, 85, died on Thursday, November 10, 2022. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 54 years, Cecil, in 2012.
Phyllis had been a member of Acton United Methodist Church since 1962, where she had previously served as Sunday School Teacher, Financial Secretary, Church Secretary, and various other positions and committees. Her strong faith was a daily source of strength and guidance. A graduate of the Woman’s College Commercial Class of 1958 (now UNCG) she retired from UNC Asheville after twenty five years of service. She was a faithful volunteer with the Welcome Table at the Leicester Community Center and formerly with Land of Sky Regional Council.
She enjoyed many years of travel with her husband. The greatest joys of her life were her three children and nine grandchildren, rejoicing in their accomplishments and the privilege of watching them reach adulthood. Many years of family fun at the beach with the children, spouses and grandchildren provided special joys and memories. The annual holiday cookie making and the many Thanksgivings and Christmas Eves with Mimi were anticipated occasions. Many close and wonderful friends provided much fun and support, enriching her life immensely.
An avid reader, she was a frequent visitor to the Leicester library, always leaving with many books. She enjoyed walking, sketching, baking; but most important to her and her primary interest remained her family, treasuring the closeness and cherishing the love they all shared.
Survivors include her son Greg (Nancy); daughters, Leslee Sprague (Peter) and Andrea Hutchins Hunnicutt; adored grandchildren, Allison, Morgan (Robert), Nathan (Drew), Laura Elizabeth (Taylor), Jeff (Samantha), Natalie, Neal, Emma Grace and Emory; sister, Marlene Maney; and several nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to express special thanks to the staff of Mission Hospital and CarePartners Solace Center for their care.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday at Acton United Methodist Church, with Rev. Travis Smith officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Memorials may be made to the Hutchins Endowment Fund, UNC Asheville Foundation, Inc., CPO 2500, One University Heights, Asheville, NC 28804, or to Acton United Methodist Church, 171 Sand Hill School Rd., Asheville, NC 28806.
Services
Visitation: November 13, 2022 1:00 pm
Acton United Methodist Church
171 Sand Hill School Rd.
Asheville, NC 28806
Funeral Service: November 13, 2022 2:00 pm
Acton United Methodist Church
171 Sand Hill School Rd.
Asheville, NC 28806
Burial: November 13, 2022 3:00 pm
Acton United Methodist Church Cemetery
Sand Hill School Road
Asheville, NC 28806
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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Phyllis was a good friend to me. I will miss her laughter, our phone chats, sharing a pew with her at Acton and the fellowship meals we enjoyed so much, plus visiting her. Rest In Peace, Phyllis, no more pain.
So very sorry to hear of Mrs. Hutchins passing, she was a wonderful person. Always very pleasant and kind. I always enjoyed talking to her as we both praised our kids and their accomplishments. She certainly was a proud Mother and Grandmother. She will be missed!! My thoughts and prayers are with this family during this time may God grant you the peace that surpasses all understanding. Sandra
So sorry about your Mom!!! Thinking of all of you !!🙏
I remember her from Acton ..such a sweet soul…I will miss her smile when we go to church..God bless her family
Dear Hutchins Family,
So hard to lose a Mother. As a past member of Acton, my memories of Phyllis are of a consistently kind, Christian woman, wife and mother. A life well lived is a comfort to those left behind.
Phyllis was such a lovely person, neighbor, and friend. We are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. She was so proud of her family and talked about all of you often. We will miss her; the Leicester community won’t be the same without her.
Praying God will comfort you with all the sweet memories of your Mom & knowing that she is rejoicing with Jesus, your Dad, & all of her family & friends that have gone before her! No more pain or sickness. God Bless your family during this sad time!
Phyllis was an example of goodness and strength. Heartfelt condolences to the family for their
great loss. She was such a genuine person.
I went to Erwin High School with Greg, Leslie, and Andrea, but I didn’t meet Phyllis until after I started working at UNCA. Such a great person. I will miss standing on her porch (what a view!) – talking to her. It always brought a smile to her face to tell you what her children and grandchildren were up to. I hope the annual beach trips can continue.
Andrea, I will always remember Phyllis’s kind and welcoming presence at UNCA. I am thinking of you.
I remember your Mother and Father from many many years ago when I went to Acton Methodist. A lovely couple indeeed. Donna and I are sorry for your loss but from what we have been told we believe that Phyllis is now free from pain and we like to believe that now she has joined Cecil in that heavenly home. May God bless you with peace and strength through this time.
Oh how I’m going to miss our talks and, visiting you. Such a special sweet lady. Rip my sweet friend. Lovexyou always Gwen.
Oh how I’m going to miss our talks and, visiting you. Such a special sweet lady. Rip my sweet friend. Love you always Gwen.
Dear Greg,
Alice and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this time of loss and sadness. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
My husband, the late Rev. Warren Owens, was Phyllis’ pastor at Acton in the 2010s. She was always so supportive of the parsonage family and a true Christian woman. Condolences to the family.
Grace & Peace —-Tracey Owens
Whether it was Thanksgiving, Christmas, or just a lazy summer day spent out in the hammock, I always felt at home with Mimi. She had a special heart I will always remember and cherish.
I’m so sorry for this massive loss. But I know this family will carry her memories and the joy of life long into the future.
Phyllis was a very dear friend. I am so sorry I was out of town. My love, hugs and prayers to each one of you, Greg, Leslee, and Andrea . I will always treasure the wonderful memories we all had together ❤️.
Mrs. Hutchins loved to read. I worked for several years at the Leicester Library, and we enjoyed discussing books and recommending them to one another. I have fond memories of her with the stack of books she borrowed.