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Billy Cogburn Obituary

Billy Ray

Cogburn

Arden - Billy Ray Cogburn, 78, of Arden, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2013.

Mr. Cogburn was born August 2, 1935 in Buncombe County to the late Ellis and Beulah Cogburn.

Billy was an avid antique car collector and he had a passion for animals. He retired as Maintenance Supervisor at Ball Corporation with over 30 years of service.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Colin Lane Cogburn; and two daughters, Angela Ray Cogburn and Linda Sue Cogburn.

Billy is survived by the mother of his children, Mary Lane Watts; son, Randy Cogburn (Nancy) of Candler; brother, Herschel Cogburn of Weaverville; granddaughters, Kristi Cogburn, Whitney C. Harwood (Aaron), and Shelby Cogburn; great grandchildren, Landon and Annabelle.

A graveside service will be held Sunday, November 3, 2013 at 2:00 pm at Piney Mountain Methodist Church Cemetery.

Arrangements are in the care of Harwood Home for Funerals, 828-669-2977.

www.harwoodhomeforfunerals.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Asheville Citizen-Times on Nov. 2, 2013.

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November 3, 2013

Randy and family. So sorry for your loss. I worked with your Dad at Ball many years ago and he was such a nice person. Always had a smiling face.

Kathy Aardema (Arden, NC)

Sarah Benson

November 3, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family in this difficult time.

Barbara Bohannon

November 3, 2013

Randy and family, My Thoughts and Prayers go out to you and your family.
Barbara Bohannon

Leigh Rhash

November 2, 2013

Randy and family, we are remembering you and your loved one today and always. Bill was a wonderful person and will be missed by his family and friends. Leigh Rhash and Ray Lewis

Anne Morgan

November 2, 2013

Mary Lane & Randy,
Sorry to hear of Bills'passing.
Can't forget him, always a friend
of mine. May God bless you both.

E. V. Gouge

November 2, 2013

A true friend I will sorely miss. So sorry for your loss Randy and family members.

Linda Burrell

November 2, 2013

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Lynda warren austin Hensley

November 2, 2013

To family: so sorry to hear of Billy's passing. I spoke with him on phone just a couple of weeks ago and we had arranges to visit soon. May each of you find comfort in Gods word during a very difficult time. Love and prayers to each of you .

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