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1945
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2015
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Leon Black Obituary
Leicester - Leon Black, age 70 of Leicester died Tuesday, October 20, 2015.
Mr. Black was born February 24, 1945 in Buncombe County where he had lived all of his life. He worked for Burlington Industries and Owen Manufacturing. Leon never met a stranger and was good to everyone he met. He supported Hospice and The Toys for Tots Toy Ride. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cornelius Pearson and Mary Jane Williams Black; daughter, Lisa Ann Black; brothers, Herman and William Black; sister, Peggy Guice.
Surviving are his wife of 52 ½ years Geraldine Brown Black; daughter, Teresa Franklin and husband Michael; sons, Dwayne Black and Kevin Black; sisters, Dorothy Buckner and Juanita Vick; grandchildren, Daniel Black, Crystal and husband Chris Chambers, Jason Black; four great grandchildren; and his dachshund, Pee-Wee.
His funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Friday, October 23, 2015, in the Chapel of West Funeral Home, 17 Merrimon Ave., Weaverville, with Reverend Charles Phillips officiating.
The family will receive friends 1:00 to 2:30 p.m., Friday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to a Hospice of your choice.
For those who desire, condolences may be offered to the family under Mr. Black's obituary at www.WestFamilyFuneralServices.com.
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for Leon Black
Ryan,Tara, and family Black
October 26, 2015
We are so sorry to hear about Leon. He was a very cool uncle. We love you all. If you need anything, just let us know. Our dearest sympathies.
Marty Pringle
October 23, 2015
To the family, you were all great friends to my Dad and to us. If you need anything please let me know
Sandy Saunders
October 23, 2015
Sandy and Mary send our deepest sympathy.
October 23, 2015
Rest in peace leon ,you will be greatly missed Nancy & Chad Blankenship.......
Jackie House
October 23, 2015
Teresa, So sorry for the loss of your Dad. Love and prayers for your family.
Jackie Newman
October 22, 2015
Uncle Leon was the best uncle anyone could have. He brought my whole family to Texas in his camper for my college graduation, and brought them all to Alabama when my first son was born. We all loved him, and he loved his family. We were blessed to have him in our lives, and we will miss him.
Ray Hendrix
October 22, 2015
Leon was one of the nicest people and best friends I ever had. We spent many hours on the golf course together and shared many laughs. He was my closest neighbors and was always there for me if I needed him. Rest easy Leon.
October 22, 2015
Family,
I'm so sorry for the loss of Leon..he was a good man and respected by all. May he rest in the loving arms of God and that he give you all the strength and couragement to carry on.
If you need anything,please let me know.
Pam Guthrie Wallen
October 22, 2015
Family,
So sorry to hear about Leon's passing..May the good Lord give you the strength and encouragement to continue on. If you need anything,let me know.
Brittany Caraway
October 22, 2015
Teresa,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Remember, he is in a better place. Love you,
Brittany Caraway
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