Richard Frisbee
April 20, 1920 ~ January 18, 2015
Resided in:
Leicester, NC
Richard Frisbee, 94, of Leicester, died on Sunday, January 18, 2015, at the John F. Keever Hospice Solace Center.
A native of Madison Co., Mr. Frisbee was a son of the late John and Mollie Stanley Frisbee. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ward Frisbee; sons, Eric and Rex Frisbee; sisters, Julia Roberts and Dora Holland; and brother, Glenn Franklin Frisbee.
He served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II.
Mr. Frisbee is survived by his daughters, June and husband Curtis, and Marlene Frisbee and husband Jack Wallen; and three grandchildren.
A graveside service for Mr. Frisbee will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday at Union Baptist Church with the Rev. Ricky Townsend officiating.
Memorials may be made to Union Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Amy Brookshire, 749 N/ Turkey Creek Rd., Leicester, NC 28748.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting the family.
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We offer sincere condolences to the grieving family members. We want to live, and we want to enjoy life with those we love. It is only natural that we yearn to see our dead loved ones again. Most people who have died will be resurrected. Jesus promised that “all those in the memorial tombs will…come out.†(John 5:28,29) This promised future includes perfect health and everlasting life for obedient humans. May this hope comfort you in your time of sorrow. Your family is in our prayers.
We were sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. May God give you the comfort only he can give. You have our sincere sympathy.
Very sorry to hear about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Remembering your dad………How very quietly you tiptoed into our world, silently, only a moment you stayed. But, what an imprint your footprints have left upon our hearts. Our love & prayers go out to the family.
Remembering you and your family during this sad time. Those left behind are sad, however, he is rejoicing and no longer has the pains of this world. We also have the promise of seeing him again…..forever! Much love to you and yours,
Know that I am covering you and your family continually in prayer for peace and comfort.
Please know that Mom and I are praying for you during this time. Much love to the family from us
So sorry for your loss. You know that Richard was one of my favorite patients. I greatly enjoyed your visits( not to mention the Blackberries)! My heartfelt condolences.
Marlene and June, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Uncle Marvin told me of his passing today.What wonderful memories we have of your Dad.. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Juanita, Ricky and Donna Sue
So very saddened to hear the news this evening. We will all miss seeing him working outside and walking up and down the road. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of such a gentle and kind man.