Teresa Ayers Dula
March 29, 1953 ~ January 20, 2016
Teresa Sharon Ayers Dula, 62, of Asheville, passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2016, at JFK Solace Center.
Born in Buncombe County to Norman and Cleta Brigman Ayers, she worked as Inspector with Kearfott Industries and was a member of Oteen Baptist Church. She was a wonderful daughter, wife, sister and friend, who loved her rose garden and her dogs Brock and Mickey.
In addition to her parents she is survived by her husband, Gerald (Jerry)Dula; brother, David Ayers of Asheville; and sisters, Joyce Dixon of Camden, SC, Dawn Parker of Dacula, GA and Kaye Myers of Asheville. She was preceded in death by her brother, Preston Richard "Dick" Ayers.
Funeral services will now take place on Monday, January 25, at 2:00 p.m. at the Groce Funeral Home chapel on Tunnel Road.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Interment take place at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at Skyview Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Humane Society Animal Shelter, 14 Forever Friend Lane, Asheville, NC 28806 or to the charity of your choice.
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My thoughts and prayers go to the family. Such a beautiful and loving young woman. My God give you the comfort needed in this time.
Aunt Cleta and family, Please know that you are in our thoughts,our hearts,and our PRAYERS,through this difficult time. Teresa was always so beautiful,and full of Grace. GOD BLESS
So sorry to hear about Teresa. Know that now she is in the arms of Jesus. My prayer is that your family will be comforted by the love of our Lord. Love you all.
Bible promises a resurrection to a Paradise earth Acts 24:15 where death is down away with Revelation 24: 4. That’s a promise from our creator.
Praying for you and your family. May you find peace and strength from our loving Lord during this difficult time. Know that you are loved dearly.
Jerry, So sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our prayers.
– Clyde & Marie Dillingham
our thoughts are with you jerry. jeff & nancy shelton
Jerry I am so sorry to hear about Teresa. She has always been such a dear lady. I love you and will be praying for your comfort in the days to come.
Jerry- May Jesus comfort your heart and mind at this time and in the days ahead. You are a special man, a loving caregiver, who tirelessly attended to Teresa’s needs. You are ever in my thoughts and prayers and loved.
Jerry,
We send our deepest sympathy to you at this time. May peace come to you, and
only wonderful memories come to you as time goes by. We so admire you for your steadfast love and care for Teresa. Take comfort in knowing you are surrounded by love and prayers of your friends. God be very near to you.
Jerry and Family, words at this time are hard to come by. While I share with you the sadness of Teresa’s death, I also share the celebration of her life. I pray all will find peace and healing.
Jerry would like to extend my condolence to you and your family at the loss of your wife I know she will be truly missed in your life. My prayers are with you and I pray that God will give you peace and comfort in the days to come. God bless you. Your friend Richard Pea
Jerry and Family: Prayers and thoughts are sent your way during this time of loss. May you feel the love of Jesus being poured out upon you and rest in His loving arms.
Jerry we are sorry for your loss our Prayers are with you and Teresa family
In a time of such loss, All praise is due to Him who said ‘Whosoever believes in me will not perish, but will have everlasting life.’ Though our lives may be out of balance, With the Lord of the worlds there is no defecit; Nothing is wasted. Though it may be difficult to see, His mercy is reflected in that when someone is taken from us, what is most important is left with us, becomes part of us. We may only see the apple, but even the fallen leaf from the tree enriched the earth to make sure that next generation of life is better; Thats what you will continue to do now Jerry; Through your everyday life, and teaching, people will continue to see her life in yours as you continue to run this difficult race..Know she will be waiting at the finish line and cheering you on-always. Kathy joins me in sending our condolences. Peace be unto you.
I was so very saddened to read this news. I attended high school with Teresa and sadly I haven’t seen her since. She was a beautiful person at that time and I am certain that did not change over the years. My heartfelt condolences to the family. RIP.
Jerry and Family ,
I am very saddened by your great loss . Please let me know if there is ever anything I can do to be of service to you .
Terry McClure
Jerry,
Your Florida family are praying for you and love you very much. Thank you for taking the time to visit with dad (Uncle Jesse). He loves you and we all have prayed for Teresa to be healed. We know she was quite a warrior with her faith in Christ and a strong man by her side. She is now in the presence of our Lord, in perfect health. Our thoughts and our prayers continue to be with you. Love and sympathy, Randy and Susan Dula and family
We are Hart broken for you. Tresea was a very special lady who brought a lot
Love and light to every one she meet.
I am heartbroken to hear of Teresa’s passing. Teresa is in all of my childhood memories, school, church – we were the best of friends. It has been several months since out last conversation. She will surely be missed, but I know she is in a much better place. Thankful for the memories. Norm, Cleta and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jerry, I’m so sorry to hear of Teresa’s passing. Please let us know if we can do anything for you. Chuck & Robin Jones
Jerry,
Audrey and I send our heartfelt condolences. We know Teresa’s was a long
battle and a courageous one. We also know that you were there every day and every step of the way. You are in our hearts and we offer you support in
any way we can provide.
Sorry to hear of your loss…..Ron and Martha
Jerry, I am very sorry to hear of Teresa’s passing. I have a lot of memories of her. My thoughts and prayers are with you. My deepest sympathy to you and all of her family. Rhonda
Hey Jerry, Mom (Brenda) and I are very sorry to hear about Teresa’s passing. Was always a pleasure and encouragement every time I saw her!! I know she will be missed.
Jerry, I was shocked to find out about your wife Teresa. In the brief times that I have known her, that she was one of the most amazing woman, that I have ever met. My thoughts are with you, and your family…
Jerry, Sending you deepest condolences during this difficult time. It is obvious she was loved by many as a special lady. May the love and sweet memories shared between you, be of comfort in the days ahead. Remembering you in prayer, my friend. May God surround you with the peace and comfort that only He can provide.
Teresa was a beautiful person, inside and out. I had known her since childhood, and she was always a gentle soul, soft spoken and caring. She and her husband Jerry were always mannerly and polite, and were admired by all. They seemed to be the ideal couple, always seeming happy and content. It was obvious to all around her that her Jerry was the center of her world, and she was dedicated to him. She rests now in peace with God in Paradise, until soon when we will all meet there again. Family and friends, God bless you all. Gary Cody & Family.