Asheville, North Carolina
Age 68
WILLIE MAPLES SR.ASHEVILLE - Willie Lee Maples Sr. 68, of 1 Battle Square, died Friday, April 15, 2011."Maples" as he was fondly called by friends, was a native of Harrisburg, Pa. and a son of the late Samuel Maples and Beulah Miller Dawson.He attended Stephens-Lee High School and was a member of...
Read MoreWillie Maples was one of the most knowledgeable athletes with whom I had the pleasure to play and learn from during my basketball playing years. He left a great legacy to the basketball players of his era. May he rest in peace. His uniqueness will always be remembered.
Nathaniel L. Felder
April 27, 2011 | Asheville, NC
Maples was the "yardstick" that many aspiring basketball players, myself included, measured their talent. He was a mentor to me. Over the years, I thanked him. And in passing, I say once more, "thanks Maples."
Larry Linney
April 27, 2011 | Asheville, NC
Dear Cookie:
The number of unique persons is few. How much Willie will be missed. I am so sorry I did not find out until Tony and Wilonda came over yesterday. I am fortunate to have met him at the mall with Wilonda. I sincerely take your hand and pray with you. Mourning
takes some strong shoulders to carry it.
Love and Prayers
Barb Blythe-Arends
Barbara Blythe-Arends
April 25, 2011 | Mars Hill, NC
You will be missed in the Asheville downtown area, Willie. We all loved you very much! You were a special man.
Sadie
Sadie Sondgerath
April 24, 2011 | Asheville, NC
YOU HAVE CONQUERED ONE JOURNEY.NOW ITS TIME FOR THE NEXT.. REST IN PEACE.
LYNETTE HARPER
April 22, 2011 | ATLANTA, GA
May the peace and blessings always be upon Willie.He was well known in the Asheville community as a very friendly,kind,helpful,man offering words of encouragement and inspiration to those that he well knew.We always remember our love ones with dignity,love,great memories and respect.There are many days of warm,sunny days,warm,delightful rains and beautiful rainbows that keep the legacy of deep memories of our love ones close to our hearts.
Nikki San Martino
April 22, 2011 | Asheville, NC
Mape was a man of many facets.At each sparkle there were things that he let you in on. He had insight on many, many, things.We remained friends for many years. Rest in peace.
Phyllis W,Green
April 21, 2011 | Asheville, NC
Willie Maples, along with his buddies Johnny Bailey, Bennie Lake and Henry Logan have imparted a tremendously positive impact upon the youth of Asheville who attended their annual summer basketball camps. They shared their talents and basketball experiences unselfishly with these young people, and will be remembered for the many good things they did for the community of Asheville.
Tom Muncy
April 21, 2011 | Asheville, NC
Praying that sanctuary has been granted by the Creator...for a life in much need of rest.
Peace & Blessings - RC Nzingha - Cincinnati, Ohio
April 21, 2011
