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Asheville - George McArthur Dowdle, 73, of Asheville, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 1, 2016 at his residence.
A native of Macon County, he was a son of the late Arthur and Madge Shope Dowdle. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Gail Dowdle Pitman; two brothers, Jerry Dowdle and Ray Shope and his wife, Shirley; father and mother-in-laws, Fred and Kathryn Jones.
George served his country in the US Marine Corps and went on to work for the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, retiring with over 30 years of service as a Line Sergeant. He was an active member of West Asheville Baptist Church for 31 years, where he was a former Deacon and Usher and served on several committees. He was also a member of the Fishers of Men Sunday School class at West Asheville Baptist and coached the church softball teams for many years.
He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Kathryn Jones Dowdle; one daughter, K, Paige Dowdle of Spartanburg, SC; one son, Cam Dowdle of Asheville; three grandchildren, Priv. Hunter Dowdle of Ft. Jackson, SC, Skylar Dowdle of Western Carolina University in Cullowhee and Taylor Dowdle of Asheville and their mother, Melanie Byrd Dowdle; two sisters, Julia Anne Dowdle and Nancy Lowe and her husband, Jimmy; one brother, Ronnie Dowdle and his wife, Ruth; one aunt, Ruth Holbrooks; brothers and sisters-in-law, Bruce and Jackie Jones and Rev. Ken and Margie Jones, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A funeral service with honors provided by the NCSHP will be held at 11:30 AM on Thursday, February 4, 2016 at West Asheville Baptist Church with Rev. Tony Hooper officiating. Interment will be held at the Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 PM on Wednesday, February 3, 2016 at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in George's name to the West Asheville Baptist Church Building Fund, 926 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC 28806.
A memorial guest register is available online at www.grocefuneralhome.com.
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February 4, 2016
So sorry to hear about George's passing. He was such a good person, who served his country and his community with honor. What I remember most from our high school days was his terrific sense of humor. Kathy, I've never met your children, but all of you have my heartfelt sympathy and love. Vianne (Keener) Payne
February 3, 2016
so sorry to hear about George, our love goes out to all of the family. May God blee you thru this time PRAYING FOR YOU
Carroll & Nancy Ward
February 2, 2016
To Kathy, Paige, Cam and your entire family, I am so very sorry for your loss. George was my Line Sergeant while I was at the SHP and I have wonderful memories of working with him. Such a kind, sweet, caring, dedicated man - always a smile and a laugh for everyone. Sending out prayers for peace and healing to you all.
Karol Henson Black, Fletcher, NC
Sandra Wilkie
February 2, 2016
Paige, I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family during this time. Love you, Sandra
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