Shirley Ann Huntley
August 11, 1938 ~ December 13, 2024
Born in:
Asheville, NC
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Shirley Ann Wilkerson Huntley, 86, of Asheville, NC passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents Fred “Bill” Aldean Wilkerson, Jr. and Helen Mae McMahan. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Gayle Huntley; a grandson, Cameron Huntley, a great-granddaughter, Kenzie Graessle.
She is survived by her children; a daughter, Kena Huntley Grooms (Karl); two sons, Keith Huntley (Sherry) and Kevin Huntley (Kim); six grandchildren Katelyn Howell (Paul), Amy Graessle (Jay), Tyler Huntley (Doreen), Kye Grooms (Abby), Carly Huntley and Karissa Grooms (Brendan); five great-grandchildren, Cayden and Kage Graessle, Zoey and Levi Howell, and Lucy Grooms; a sister, Bobbie Tweed and many other family members.
Mrs. Huntley was an avid reader, traveler, cleaner, and believer in Christ our Savior. Mrs. Huntley worked in the office of A.C. Reynolds High School for many years and cared for so many students. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She will be dearly missed by all her family and friends.
A funeral service is planned for Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Rock Church with Pastor Kirk Bowman officiating with a visitation prior to the service. The burial will follow in Gashes Creek Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Rock Church, 273 Monte Vista Road, Candler, NC 28715.
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road is assisting the family.
Services
Funeral Service: December 21, 2024 2:00 pm
The Rock Church
273 Monte Vista Rd.
Candler, NC 28715
(828)670-7625
Visitation: December 21, 2024 1:00 pm
The Rock Church
273 Monte Vista Rd.
Candler, NC 28715
(828)670-7625
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road
856 Tunnel Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
(828)299-4416
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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To the Huntley family:you are in my thoughts and prayers Dawn Calhoun acr class of 1974
Mrs. Huntley was such a wonderful person who always had a smile. She will always be well remembered for how she treated all of the students at ACR. Condolences to the family and remembering you all in my prayers.
Dear Bobbie, Keith, Kevin, & Keena, and family, We were so sorry to hear of Shirley’s death. We will not be able to be at the funeral due to our family’s Christmas party at that time. I have so many fond memories of our growing up together, Shirley, Bobbi, and I. We were like sisters, although I am a first cousin. Please know that we will have each of you in our thoughts and prayers. Joyce and Mike Bell
We are so sorry 😞 to hear of your loss. She was one sweet lady. She will be missed!
I am so sorry about the loss of Shirley. She was a good friend to me, her and Gayle.
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs Huntley was the most wonderful, compassionate lady. My prayers are with you all. May God bless you with His peace and comfort.
Mrs. Huntley was such a sweet lady. Always smiling. I remember her well from ACR. May God hold this family close as you navigate the difficult days ahead without her.
To the Huntley family:You are in my thoughts and prayers Colleen Calhoun
Mrs. Huntley was a gracious and caring person as she signed our early dismissal notes. She always had a smile. I am hurt for all of you. Please take care and know my family’s prayers are sent with gratitude of knowing her and experiences with all of the ACR students she touched.
So sorry for your loss very special lady
I remember how kind and organized your mom was. She was an excellent person to keep many tasks going at once, and to care for staff members and students.
She worked with my mom, Martha Evans (art teacher), and mom thought highly of her as well. She also worked with my four sisters.
With thanks for her wonderful life, and comfort and love for all of your family and loved ones.