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Asheville - Brenda Reeves Tompkins, 73, of Asheville, died on Wednesday, April 1, 2015, at the Memorial Campus of Mission Hospitals.
A native of Canton, GA, Mrs. Tompkins was the daughter of the late William and Naomi Youngblood Green. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Bentley Reeves, Sr.
Mrs. Tompkins was a graduate of Mercer University and had worked as a teacher and social worker. She most recently owned and operated the Olde World Christmas Shoppe in Biltmore Village with her husband, Bruce. In her spare time, she enjoyed traveling and crafts. Mrs. Tompkins was a member of Central United Methodist Church.
She is survived by her husband, Bruce Tompkins; children, Rosemoon Mecho (Charles), Ben Reeves (Amy), Terri Cox (Keith), Prentice Tompkins (Shannon), Brandi Kirkland (Mike), and Beth Tompkins; brother, William Green; and 15 grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. A funeral service for Mrs. Tompkins will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday at Central United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dr. Rob Blackburn officiating.
Her family will again receive friends from 11:00 to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday at Soesbee Funeral Home, in Canton, GA, followed by a 2:00 p.m. graveside service at Cherokee Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Susan G. Komen Organization, P.O. Box 650309 Dallas, TX 75265-0309.
The online register is available at www.grocefuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brenda Tompkins
George Lentz
April 12, 2015
Bruce, So very sorry to learn of your loss of Brenda. I enjoyed gardening for her and training one of the dogs at obedience school. I'll miss her, too. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. -George
The Piery family
April 9, 2015
So Sorry for your loss Bruce. God's peace and comfort be with you and your family.
Pat Demyan
April 7, 2015
I was so sorry to hear that Brenda, my college roommate and special sorority sister had entered Chapter Grand. We shared many fun and happy times at Mercer. I'm happy we were able to reconnect at her shop in Asheville a few years ago. My sincere condolences to her family and friends. Pat Hambright Demyan
April 7, 2015
My sincere condolences.
Jim Bradford
April 2, 2015
My deepest condolences goes out for the entire family of this wonderful Lady. Brenda was a treasure that the world will miss dearly. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. Bruce you can always call on me for anything you need here in Atlanta.
With love and respect,
Jim Bradford
Dell & Sherman Dillard
April 2, 2015
Bruce, we are thinking of you and your family through this difficult time. With love,
Psalm 29:11 may God grant you peace BJP
April 2, 2015
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
April 2, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the family over the loss of your loved one. May your loving memories and support of friends and family bring you comfort and strength in this difficult time. Please be assured that the God of all Comfort cares about you - 1 Peter 5 : 7.
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