Kevin Michael Petrone

Franklin, NC and Highlands, NC - Kevin Michael Petrone, 59, of Buck Creek Rd., Highlands, NC passed away Thursday, July 29, 2010 in an Asheville hospital. Born in Suffolk Co., NY, he was the son of James G. and Thelma Allmon Petrone of Highlands, NC. He was a Vietnam Veteran in the U. S. Army. He owned and operated his own painting business. He was a member of AA for nine years and a member of Vietnam Veterans of America.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by two sons James Petrone and wife Jessica and Vincent Petrone both of Highlands, NC; four sisters Lee Ann Pierce of Chattanooga, TN, Susanna Murray and Anna Wilson both of Highlands, NC and Lisbeth Petrone of Coral Gables, FL. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Logan, Tristan and Brooklynn Petrone.

A graveside service will be held Sunday, August 1, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. at 6435 Buck Creek Rd., Highlands, NC. Burial will be in the Petrone Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends Saturday, July 31, 2010 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at 6435 Buck Creek Rd., Highlands, NC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Petrone Family, c/o Bryant-Grant Funeral Home, 105 W. Main St., Franklin, NC 28734

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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