Suzanne "Susie" Hensley Huntley

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November 25, 1933 ~ January 22, 2021

Born in: Haywood County, NC
Resided in: Candler, NC

Altha Suzanne “Susie” Huntley passed away January 22, 2021.

She was born November 25,1933 in Haywood County, a daughter of the late Arsemus and Mona Dale Hightower Hensley. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband Homer, who passed away in 2005.

Susie worked in retail sales for many years but was a manager at Swannanoa Cleaners in East Asheville for 18 years. She loved her many flowers, both indoor and outdoor.

She is survived by her three children, Carla Phillips (Richard) of Enka, Randy Huntley (Sherry) of Arden and Jerry Huntley (Sonya) of Mars Hill; grandchildren Bobby Holcombe (Shanna) Will Holcombe, Alexis Westcott, Chloe Westcott, Tracey Leidheiser (Bill), Melissa Suttles (Justin), Micah Huntley, Jessica Walker (Jefferey), Justina Walker (Jimmy), Garrett Huntley, Sage Cornatzer and Cameron Cornatzer, as well as great-grandchildren, Anna Leidheiser, Conrad Leidheiser, Issac Huntley, Eden Suttles, Everly Suttles, Rhealynn Walker, Blakely Walker, Ayden Walker, Alexus Walker and Aria Conratzer.

A Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, January 25, 2021 at Hoopers Creek Cemetery with Pastor Phillip Youngblood officiating. Susie will lie in repose at Groce Funeral Home’s Lake Julian location on Sunday from 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM and on Monday from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM. During those times, the family will not be present, but guests may drop in to sign the guest register and pay their respects.

Flowers are appreciated, but for those who choose, memorial contributions may be made in Susie’s name to one’s local Hospice provider.

Services

Graveside Service: January 25, 2021 2:00 pm

Hoopers Creek Cemetery
Hoopers Creek Church Road
Fletcher, NC

828-687-3530

For those who wish to pay their respects: January 24, 2021 9:00 am - March 28, 2024 4:00 pm

Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704

(828)687-3530
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

For those who wish to pay their respects: January 25, 2021 9:00 am - March 28, 2024 12:00 pm

Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704

(828)687-3530
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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  1. Oh my heart..I have so many sweet memories with her at Pisgah..prayers to Carla and the rest of the family..I loved her so much..

  2. Hi golden girl I’m going to miss you so much but you are in a better place you and Marie we’ll always be my golden girl fly high I love you very much you we’ll always be in my heart

  3. We are so sorry to hear that Aunt Susie has passed. She was a sweet and loving person who will be missed!! Prayers for the family!!

  4. To Carla and her brothers, I’m so sorry for your loss. Susie was such a sweet lady always had a smile and a hug every time I saw her. Prayers for the family.

  5. All our love to our dearest Aunt Susie and our prayers to the family!
    Doug and Rebecca Huntley

  6. Love & prayers for comfort to all of you. Your Mother was one sweet lady & we know she will be missed. We are here if you need us.

    Marvin & Janice Jones

  7. Susie was a delight to be around. She always had a smile for everybody.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.
    Cindy and Harry Jordan

  8. Carla, We are so sorry to hear about your mom. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

  9. Carla, so sorry to learn of your mother passing. May our God’s love & strength sustain you & family during this time. Love & prayers.

  10. Carla and family: Praying for you today and the days ahead. Your Mother is having a happy reunion in Heaven with her loved ones; no more suffering. Cherish your sweet memories until you meet again. Love you

  11. Ms Susie, a special friend with a wonderful family. We miss her faithfullness. Carla , Randy, Jerry and family, you are in our prayers. Love, Charles & Betty Henn

  12. Carla, so sorry to learn of the passing of your mother. May our God’s love & strength sustain you & family during this time of loss.

  13. Family, I am so very sorry that I just heard about your Mom. She was so very kind and loving to me, and became one of my mom’s dearest friends in her last years. Please know you will be in my heart and prayers. ♥️

  14. I’m so sorry for you loss Carla. My thoughts go out to your family.

    We all loved her so dearly at Pisgah. Thank you for letting us have her for a part of our lives.

  15. Susie and I have been friends for many years. We hadn’t been able to see one another for a long while due to both of our health issues. She was a sweet lady. My prayers go out to her family. Marie Lewis

  16. Dear Carla and Family,
    Our Deepest Condolences to you all in your loss of your mother and grandmother. She had a warm spirit and an infectious smile. From our conversations I know she loved her family and the Lord. God Bless!

  17. Dearest Carla, Randy & Jerry, so sorry to hear of Aunt Susie’s passing. And I wish we could have been there with you all as you celebrated her life. She was a lovely lady & will be missed by all who knew her – the last of a generation of our wonderful Huntley Aunts & Uncles. Love to you all & hope to see you soon. Cousin Joanie

  18. Randy, Sherry & Family
    So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if I can do anything.

  19. One of the sweetest people you could ever meet, heaven gained a beautiful spirit. So very sorry for your loss, Carla, Randy and Jerry, and a host of kin. Suzie will surely be missed but she has seen the glory of God and wouldn’t come back even if she could. Love to all the family, Danny


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