Thelma S. Conner
June 9, 1927 ~ August 6, 2011
Resided in:
Fletcher, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Thelma Stepp Ingle Conner, 84, of Fletcher, died Saturday, August 6, 2011.
Mrs. Conner was a daughter of the late Ernest S. and Hette Cordell Stepp, and she was also preceded in death by her husband, Fred O. Conner, daughters, Peggy Jean Hudgins and Linda Joanne Couch, grandchildren, Larry ("Mouchie"), Davey, and Brian, and a brother, Jack Stepp.
Mrs. Conner was a member of Arden First Baptist Church and former member of Calvary Baptist Church.
She is survived by two daughters, Sandy Mashburn and husband, Harry, of Asheville and Rosalee Kooles and husband, Charlie, of Candler; a step-daughter, Freda Branham of Columbia, SC; a step-son, George B. Ingle, Jr., of Winston-Salem; four grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday in the Patton Avenue chapel of Groce Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Buddy Corbin and the Rev. Dr. Tom Sawyer officiating. Interment will follow at Green Hills Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.
Memorials may be made to CarePartners Hospice, PO Box 25338, Asheville, NC 28813.
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Dear Sandy, Dear Rosie, and all family,
We are so sorry about your mother. She was such a wonderful sweet person who we enjoyed knowing through the years. You have our deepest sympathy and love.
We will be leaving Tuesday morning to see Lindsey, so will not be able to attend the services. You will be remembered in our thoughts and prayers, and we will be in touch when we return.
With love,
Gary and Diana
Thelma was a neighbor of ours. Our kids always loved to see Thelma walking in the neighborhood because she was always so friendly and complimentary. Her pleasant demeanor and easy smile will be missed by many.
Eric, Melissa, Ethan, Eli, and Lauren Clonch
Your mom was so sweet. I have lived in Windsor Forest for 7 years & they were some of the first people I met. She has watched our children grow up & was always so nice. I am sorry for your loss.
Aunt Thelma was such a loving person and I was blessed to be loved by her. I know you will miss her and my heart goes out to you.
So sorry Sandy and Rosie…. Danny and I wanted to you know our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Dear Rosie and Sandy,
We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. Thelma was also my second mom as we were growing up. We have so many great memories. Thelma was so sweet and thoughtful and one of the strongest women I know. Although I realize words cannot make your loss any less painful, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and we love you very much.
Aunt Thelma was a wonderful person, and our lives have been blessed by her wonderful testimony and her enduring spirit.She will be greatly missed, but we long for the day when we are all reunited with her. We are keeping the family in our prayers and love you very much.
Roger & Family
So sorry about your loss. Thelma was the sweetest Aunt a person could have. If you need anything let Cyndi and I know. Love you Jerry Massey
Dear Sandy and family, So sorry about the loss of your Mother. She was always friendly and a strong woman. It is a sad time for you but I hope your great memories of her will help you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sorry I will not be able to attend the service since I can’t be in crowds due to my chemo treatments. Love you all
Harry, Sandy, Rosie and Charlie,
Eric and I are so sorry for your loss. Your mom was one of the sweetest, most thoughtful people we knew. It was always so nice to walk up the church aisle and see her(and then Fred’s) smiling face sitting behind us. We will miss her very much! We will be praying for you and your whole family. We love you all!
I feel priviledged to have met Thelma and Fred Conner several years ago. The last time I talked to Thelma was when Fred died…Very sorry for you loss, what a sweet couple that will be missed by all who knew them. Sincerely, with Peace & Grace to the family. Pat Redmond
Sandy, Harry, Rosie, and Charlie,
Been there, done that and I am sorry for Your loss, Your Mother is Your best friend. But You just have to think Her job on earth was thru, the Lord, had other plans for Her. One day we will all see Her again. You guys take care, and I am thinking and praying for You. May God Bless, as He carries You thru.
Dear Rosie and All Who Loved Thelma:
I was so sorry to hear of Thelma’s decline and passing. Rosie, I know your grief is deep, and nobody in the family could hardly have prepared for this. From the obituary it is obvious that you are an amazing family, and you are all fortunate to have each other. Seven GREAT GREAT grandchildren? Really? Well my family has prayed for yours, and I trust you will find solace even in your time of grief and in all things of the Lord.
Your friend, Jimbo
We just wanted you to know that your family is in our prayers and thoughts . Thelma was a wonderful lady she kept both of my boys in the nursary at Calvary as she did for many years for many children. She was always there to give the kids loving care. She will be greatly missed!
Your mother was a lovely Christian woman who loved children. She planted the seeds of belief in the hearts of the tiniest ones. WE all will miss her so much. You had a lovely mother.
Love,
Gilmer and Jo Johnson
Sandy & Rosie,
We are so sorry for your great loss. You know you are in our thoughts during this time.
Dear Sandy, Rosie and family,
I am praying for peace, comfort, and strength during this difficult time for you and your family. Your mother was such a sweet lady and always brought a smile to my face.
Mike, Amy & Zack Gahagan
Rosie and Charlie,
Please know our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Brian and Sharla Turner
Rosie and Sandy, I am so sorry to hear of the death of your mother. It is such a hard loss. I have so many good childhood memories of her. She was always so kind and always smiling. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
We loved Thelma and will miss her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Woody, Brenda & Andrew Harton
Family of Thelma: Craig & I were saddened to hear of Thelma’s passing; we will miss this sweet, soft-spoken lady. We will miss especially calling her & taking her to lunch with us occasionally as we passed thru Asheville. She would express to us that she missed Fred so much & we could identify with that. Prayers are for your comfort & peace during the hard days ahead as only He can comfort.
Dear Rosie and Sandy, I feel as though I know you because Mother talked about you often. Thelma was a good friend to Mother and a wonderful person. When Mother had surgery many years ago, Thelma sat with me. That was when I learned what a sweet and kind person your mother was. She will be missed by many. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
To all the family: What a beautiful tribute to your Mom, Grandmother and Mother-in-law today. It was the sweetest service and was what she was all about. She will be missed by everyone that loved her. She was so special to our family and it was an honor to know her. She and Fred were such a sweet couple and we loved sitting in front of all of you on Sunday mornings. In the days ahead just cherish the memories and know that she is sitting up in heaven smiling down on you. Love you guys. Ginny Berrier
I am so very sorry for your loss. I didn’t know your Mother but it sounds like she was a very special lady. I pray God will place a loving peace in your heart.
Dear Family of Thelma,
We had the pleasure of meeting Thelma several years back when she and Fred moved next door to Cathy’s parent’s house. They were always interested,kind and caring to the kids. We looked forward to seeing Thelma during a visit this fall. It was a loss when Fred died and now we are saddened that Thelma has passed away as well. They were very special people and will be fondly remembered.We wish for you peace and comfort.
Warmly,
The Carters
Your mother will be greatly missed in the neighborhood. We enjoyed stopping to speak with her during our daily walks with our dog, Coby. She was a gracious and caring woman.
Sheryl, John and Coby Klemanski