Wilma Wells Brooks

wilma brooks

March 10, 1928 ~ September 17, 2022

Born in: Buncombe Co., NC
Resided in: Asheville, NC

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Wilma Wells Brooks, 94, of Asheville, passed away Saturday, September 17, 2022 at Mission Hospital.

A native of Buncombe Co., Wilma was the daughter of the late Grover and Nellie Stines Wells. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ray R. Brooks, and her daughter, Vickie R. Brooks.

Mrs. Brooks worked for CP&L, and was a member of Starnes Cove Baptist Church.

Surviving are her daughter, Jody Brooks (Ron Rayburn) and her son, Tony Brooks.

Graveside services were held at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Eliada Home, www.eliada.org.

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Funeral Home Assisting The Family:

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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  2. Jody and Tony,

    With very fond memories of your sweet Mom, I send you my condolences. She was my very favorite “non-Aunt” ever! May you have comfort knowing all who knew her, thoroughly enjoyed the time with her!

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  3. Jody & Tony, I remember your mom as being a friendly & caring lady and enjoyed seeing her and talking with her when we were able to attend church. She would tell me about babysitting George & Ann when they were little. Sorry for your loss.

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  4. Jody & Tony: Wilma was very special to me. Papaw (Harold her brother) was sick she helped me some. She was a very creative person. Condolences to you both. I know you will miss her.

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  5. Our condolences to Wilma’s family. She and I became friends and co-workers at CP&L. She will be missed. May she rest in peace.

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  6. Jody and Tony, your Mom was like a second mom to me and my mom’s best friend and I loved her very much. I hope her and my mom are having a great reunion in Heaven. She was one of a kind and everyone loved her. I know how much she loved you both. We just have to remember we will see her again one day and oh what a day that will be. Love you both. Keeping you in my prayers.

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  7. Jody and Tony.
    I have fond memories of times with your family years ago. Your mom was such a sweet lady. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you.

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  8. Just now learning of Wilma’s passing. Jody, I am so sorry for your loss. I have special memories of your mom and I’m sure she is rejoicing in heaven at seeing her savior and to be with Ray and Vicky again. I will keep you and Tony in my prayers.

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  9. Just now learning of Wilma’s passing. Jody and Tony, I am so sorry for your loss. I have special memories of your mom and I’m sure she is rejoicing in heaven at seeing her savior and to be with Ray and Vicky again. I will keep you and Tony in my prayers. Love you!

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  10. Tony and Jody,
    I just learned of this sad news. Your Mom was one of a kind. She was very special and I loved her very much. My heart aches and my love, thoughts and prayers are with you both.

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  11. The loss of Wilma is Heavens gain – loved this lady so much over the years . Prayers for comfort , grace and peace for the family.

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