Susan Hunt Groce

Susan Hunt Groce died unexpectedly, Tuesday, July 24, 2018. A native of Rutherfordton, she was the daughter of the late Reverend William Harold Groce and Mildred Cornette Groce. Susan was a graduate of Appalachian State University and was a long time administrator at UNC-Asheville. Following her retirement, she served as the principal care-giver for her Mother and Father during their declining years. Susan was a beloved Daughter, Sister, Aunt and friend. She had a beautiful and caring spirit that she shared freely with her family and friends. She also had the ability to make anyone who spent time with her feel so special and loved. She was a huge cat lover and found solace and peace with her beloved feline babies. She will be greatly missed but we are thankful knowing she is resting in the arms of Jesus. Susan is survived by two brothers, William H. Groce, of Morganton, GA, and Robert C. Groce, and his wife Donna, of Charlotte; as well as nieces and nephews, Megan, Claire, Caroline, Zachary, Erin, Gabbi and Carly. A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday in the Pulliam Chapel on the Givens Estates Campus conducted by the Reverend Ed Hillman. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Givens Estates Resident Assistance Fund, 2360 Sweeten Creek Road, Asheville, NC 28803. Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.