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Charles Gentry Obituary
Asheville - Charles Gentry Jr., 82, of Beaverdam, went to be with the Lord on February 18, 2021, at home with his family by his side.
Born in Canton, NC, "Charlie" is survived by his devoted wife of 60 years, Jean; son, Duane Gentry; daughter-in-law, Kristin Giezentanner Gentry; daughter, Donna Henderson; son-in-law, Tommy Henderson; grandchildren, Nicholas Gentry, Chloe Gentry and Taylor Henderson & wife Kristi; brother, John Gentry; sisters, Jean Gentry and Jo Ann Jones; and numerous other relatives.
He was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Beatrice Gentry; and his brothers, Leroy and Lonnie Gentry.
Charlie, known for his gregarious personality, healthy appetite, and corny jokes, was passionate about bluegrass music and loved to play his mandolin - especially at the Shindig on the Green. He also loved art, good food and classic cars. Charlie founded Gentry Heating Inc. in 1963, now Gentry Service Group. He was an Air Force veteran, a deacon, and Sunday School teacher.
A Celebration of Life will be planned for this summer. A private graveside service for his family will take place at Lewis Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Four Seasons Hospice who lovingly cared for Charlie during his final days.
The online register is available at www.grocefuneralhome.com.
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Sharon Giezentanner
February 21, 2021
Duane and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. May God surround you with His love at this time of so much sorrow. He has left this world and is now In Heaven where someday there will be a wonderful reunion for all of you. My prayers and love are with you at this time.
Sharon Giezentanner
February 21, 2021
Duane and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. May God surround you with His love at this time of so much sorrow. He has left this world and is now In Heaven where someday there will be a wonderful reunion for all of you. My prayers and love are with you at this time.
Renee
February 21, 2021
Uncle Charles you will be so miss by all I have so many wonderful memories being with you and Aunt Jean love and miss you so much
Bobbie S Rowe
February 20, 2021
Duane, am sorry to hear of your father's passing. Am praying for comfort for you and your family during this difficult time.
Wanda Coats
February 20, 2021
We were so sorry to hear about Charles' passing. All of our thoughts and prayer go out to you Jean and to Duane and Donna and al the rest of the family. May God wrap his loving arms around you in this time of loss.
Love and prayers, Ronnie and Wanda
Dennis & Marie McMahan
February 20, 2021
Our heart and prayers go out to Jean, Duane, Donna and all of the family during this time of loss. May you truly feel God's comforting touch.
Bob and Carol Blackwell
February 19, 2021
We are sorry to hear that Charlie has past. We will miss his fellowship and jamming with him. He had many friends that will miss him. Life well lived Charlie Gentry.
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