Raymond Ballew
October 20, 1947 ~ January 14, 2022
Born in:
San Francisco, CA
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Raymond Ballew, 74, passed away on Friday, January 14, 2022.
Born in San Francisco, CA, on October 20, 1947, Raymond was a son of the late Ray and Grace Elizabeth Worley Ballew. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Irvin “Bill” Ballew.
Raymond was a graduate of Lee H. Edwards High School. He worked for many years at Burlington Industries and Revco Scientific (now Thermo Fisher Scientific). He loved following NASCAR, particularly his favorite driver, the late great Dale Earnhardt. He also loved camping, fishing, his Schnauzers, Buddy and Dutch, and his Lab, Madison. Mr. Ballew was of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by his wife, Geri Ballew; sons, Raymond David Ballew, Roger Eugene Ballew, and Earl Williams; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Karen Ballew and her daughter April; and several cousins and additional family members.
Raymond’s family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 22 at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. Masks are required for all in attendance.
Private interment will take place at Green Hills Cemetery.
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Visitation: January 22, 2022 6:00 pm - April 27, 2024 8:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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We are all sad to hear of your dad’s passing. He was a good man. We love you David and Roger.
I am so sorry to hear of Raymond’s passing. I worked with Raymond at Revco from 1991 to 2005. Raymond brought an energy to work like no other and we always enjoyed our talks together. Raymond assisted me getting a leadership role at Revco and I still work for ThermoFisher today because of him.
God Bless Raymond and his entire Family
I am very sad to hear of Raymond’s passing. I worked with him for many years at Thermofisher Scientific. I enjoyed our time together. I will always have fond memories of him. God bless you and your family during this time of loss.
So very sorry to hear about Raymond, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Dear Family and Friends,
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one and our friend, Raymond. I worked along side Raymond for many great years at Revco. He was one of the hardest workers I’ve ever had the pleasure to work with. He had a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed life and loved his family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of grief.
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Raymond. You are in my prayers.
I remember the great times we had on the square dance team. So much fun.
Again sorry for your loss. He was a great man.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with and you family. He was a good man.If you need anything let me know.
Enola Cunningham
It’s hard to find the right words to say at this difficult time, but please know that we are here for you. We will miss Raymond very much. We pray that God will give peace to your soul and comfort to your heart.
Geri please know that our prayers are with you during these saddened times. God bless you and the family.
Ricky and Carolyn Wright
Love,
Kim Stanberry Salter,Chris and Scott
So sorry for your loss, prayer s for your family, worked with him many years.
Frisbee Family.. Glenn and late Wilda Frisbee.
Sorry to hear about Raymond He will b greatly missed I will keep everyone in my prayers
Hate we missed the visitation please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything at all