Bruce Fraser Tompkins Obituary
We bid farewell to Bruce Fraser Tompkins of Asheville, North Carolina, born in Blakely, Georgia, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 22, 2024 at the age of 81. Bruce Fraser touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Bruce Fraser Tompkins to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Loette McKneeley and Simon Wilfred Tompkins; his wife Brenda Tompkins; his siblings, Eleanor Joyner and Johnny Weems; and his son-in-law Charles Mecho.
He is survived by: his sister Claire McDonough; his children, Rosemoon Mecho, Ben Reeves (Amy), Terri Cox (Keith), Prentice Tompkins, Brandi Kirkland (Mike) and Beth Tompkins; his grandchildren, Terra Wallin (Travis), Selena Mecho, Kirstie Reeves, Amanda Bell (Nick), Andrew Cox, Anslee Cox, Naomi Tompkins, Virginia Tompkins, Essie Tompkins, Simon Tompkins, Cuyler Kirkland, Colin Kirkland, Lee Pressley, Tara Pressley and Dillon Pressley; and his great grandchildren, Cassie Pressley, Alexzander Pressley, Bryzin Pressley, Skylar Pressley, Otis Pressley and Holly Pressley.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, January 12th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the First Baptist Roswell Church (710 Mimosa Blvd, Roswell, GA 30075).
In recognition of his significant contributions to the area's growth, Bruce was honored with an award by the City of Asheville for his pivotal role in revitalizing Biltmore Village.
