Richard Auther Queen
February 12, 1944 ~ April 18, 2017
Resided in:
Fairview, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Richard Auther Queen, 73, passed away Tuesday, April 18, 2017 after a brief illness at St. Joseph Hospital
Mr. Queen was born in Buncombe County to the late John A. Queen and Julie Martin Queen. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Johnny Queen.
Richard graduated from T.C. Roberson High School. He served 28 years as a Police Officer and served with the City of Asheville Police for 19 years before retiring.
He is survived by his wife, Janet Queen; three children, Suzie Sanders (Bobby), Rebecca Queen (Scott Ramsey) and Bryan Queen (Crystal); two step-children, Marc Landon and Lauren Guyton; two sisters, Virginia Emblom and Sue Queen; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held, Saturday, April 22, 2017 at 12:00 pm at Calvary Episcopal Churchyard in Fletcher with Reverend Gerald Davis officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to the the Alzheimer's Association, www.alz.org
Janet, Jenny and Sue: The Ponder Sisters, Linda, Edwina and Betty Jean have many fond memories of Dickie and the Queen family living across the street from the Ponder family in Biltmore for many years.
Due to each of us having had surgery within the last three weeks, we will not be able to attend the service, but will be there in spirit.
Our prayers are that the Lord will comfort you with His peace and surround you with His love during these difficult days.
Linda Ponder Pressley
Edwina Ponder McCraw
Betty Jean Ponder
A special friend for over 60 years. So thoughtful to me after my husband passed away. Spoke with him a few weeks ago. Much love to Jan and the family.
My prayers are with you.
May the love and memories you shared and the love of our Savior sustain you in the days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Your cousins: Vesta Chandley and Nancy Rathburn
I remember Dickie well from high school and later when he was with the Asheville Police Dept. Just an all around great guy and friend. Prayers are with the family.