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Ben Treece Obituary
Asheville - Ben Carolyn Treece, 82, of Asheville, NC, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on Saturday, October 25, 2014.
He was born in Albemarle, NC to J. Levy and Sue T. Treece, on May 10,1932. He graduated in 1950 from Central High School in Charlotte, NC, and entered the US Navy in 1951, where he served on the USS Picking during the Korean War. Before leaving the Navy, Ben married the love of his life, Dolores G. Treece. He went on to graduate from NC State University in 1959, with a degree in Civil Engineering. He served as President and General Manager of Buncombe Constriction Company for 35 years.
Ben was an avid golfer and enjoyed gardening, dancing, and spending time with family and friends. Above all, his faith was of utmost importance. Ben knew Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior, and he wanted others to know the positive impact that Christ could make in their lives. He was a member of Biltmore Baptist Church and the First Baptist Church of Boca Grande; Toastmasters International and The Optimist Club, and was very active in youth baseball and basketball programs, and served as a leader in the Boy Scouts.
Papa Ben is survived by his wife of 60 years, Dolores G. Treece; brothers Bill Treece (Nancy) of Palm City, Fla. and Eddie Treece of Charlotte, NC; his four children, Kenneth Treece (Mary Helen) of Monroe, NC, Carolyn Dunlap of Fletcher, NC, Deana Macdonald (Chuck) of Denver, CO, Stanley Treece (Amy) of Hendersonville, NC; six grandsons, Britt Treece (Betsy), John Aaron Treece, Kyle Dunlap (AJ), Tanner Macdonald (Erin), Dirk Macdonald, and Hunter Treece; 5 great-granddaughters; and 10 special nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be on Friday, October 31, from 6-8 p.m. at Groce Funeral Home, 1401 Patton Avenue, Asheville, NC. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, November 1, at 12 p.m., Lake Hills Church, 370 Lake Drive, Candler, NC. The Burial Service will be in the chapel at the Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery, in Black Mountain, NC., on Monday, November 3, at noon.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: The First Baptist Church of Boca Grande, 421 4th Street, Boca Grande, FL. 33921.
The online register is available at www.grocefuneralhome.com.
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November 1, 2014
Delores and Family, One of the pleasures in my life was to have a special cousin Ben. I always enjoyed his smile and his friendship. He enjoyed and was kind to everyone. You are all in my prayers and I miss him already. I love all of you and pray for comfort in these times. Love Jane Greene Almond
Brad & Priscilla Hurd
October 31, 2014
We'll always remember Ben with a twinkle in his eye and his sense of humor. He was one of the nicest "Southern Gentleman" we have ever met.
Mack and Kathy Bowman
October 31, 2014
We are praying for your wonderful family. We pray for God's comfort and peace. Ben Treece was a fine man, one of the finest. I am so thankful we have had friends like all of the Treeces' all these years.
Ron Dayton
October 30, 2014
Patti and I would like to offer our sincere condolences on the passing of Mr. Treece. Even though we lost touch over the years, I always considered him a dear friend. Please know we hold you close in our thoughts and prayers
Judy Rhew Davidson
October 30, 2014
Kenny and Carolyn I am so sorry to hear about your dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill Klutz
October 30, 2014
Kenny, Our deepest condolences to you and your family. You and your famility are all in our thoughts and prayers.
October 29, 2014
Delores and family
Kathy and I were saddened to learn of your loss. Ben was a great friend --especially as we shared that friendship in the Optimist Club all those many years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cecil & Kathy Tallent
Bruce Stahle
October 29, 2014
Ben was a true friend of our family. We all spent many happy and fun years in Oak Forest with the Treece family.He was the hard working President of Buncombe Construction Company and loved a good round of golf.He was a good family man and treated everyone with dignity and respect.Ben had a good life and lived it to the fullest.
Jimmy Payne
October 29, 2014
Truly an incredible man who devoted his life to having a positive impact on everyone he met. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family. Papa Ben, you will be missed!!!!
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