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Linda Summey Obituary
Asheville - Linda Hoff Summey, 72, passed away Monday, April 6, 2020, at her home surrounded by her family.
Mrs. Summey was born in Moline, IL, to the late Lawrence Lee Hoff and Bette Charlotte Hoff. She was a graduate of the University of Kansas and spent her career as an educator, primarily at French Broad Elementary School, Alexander. Although Linda retired from teaching to raise her children, her love of education did not retire. She served on the Buncombe County Board of Education and spent many years as a substitute teacher at Erwin Middle School.
She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Mike Summey; two sons, Jason Lee Summey and Matthew Lawrence Summey and wife Kristina; one step son, Steven Michael Summey II; five grandchildren, Jackson Lee Summey, Jacqueline Grace Summey, Grayson Dean Summey, Kinsley Layne Summey and Leighton Claire Summey; and one sister, Jane Thompson.
Due to the current virus restrictions, no services are planned at this time; however, a celebration of life will be planned at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCan.org).
The on-line register is available at GroceFuneralHome.com.
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April 19, 2020
With biggest sympathy to Mike and your family. We live down the street and always saw her cheerfully walking. We are sorry for your loss and hope you can cherish all the good and nice memories.
"The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee.. Numbers 6:25
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Dinah McGuire
April 13, 2020
I am very sorry for your loss. Linda was a beautiful person.
April 11, 2020
jason so sorry to hear of your loss our prays are with you and your family the barstows
Casey Ostertag
April 9, 2020
Linda was so fun to be with and such a loving and generous friend. Just thinking about her humor makes me smile.
Jackie Kiser
April 9, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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