Broadus Tilson

April 2, 1931 - December 26, 2011
Broadus Tilson

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Broadus Tilson, 80, of Hendersonville went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, December 26, 2011.

He was born in Polk County to the late Garfield and Rhoda Tilson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Alma Tilson, who passed away in 2009. He retired from Kimberly Clark/Berkeley Mills in 1992. He was a loving father and grandfather, who always took care of his family.

He is survived by his son, Tim Tilson and wife, Robin, of Etowah; daughter, Sherry Cartee of Hendersonville; three grandchildren, Melinda Russell, Chase Cartee, and Tristan Tilson; three great-grandchildren, Jake, Kaleb, and Gavin Russell; and several nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11 AM Thursday, December 29, 2011 at Mud Creek Baptist Church with the Reverend Greg Mathis officiating. Interment will follow at Refuge Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-7:30 PM Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at Shuler Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to Four Seasons Compassion for Life, 571 S. Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.


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  • December 28, 2011
    Jay & Carolyn Alley says:
    Sherry, We are praying for you and your family during this sad time.

  • December 28, 2011
    Jim, Karen and Crystal Johnson says:
    Tim, Robin, Tristan and family. We are so sorry to hear about your dad. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

  • December 29, 2011
    Rick Phillips says:
    Praying for you and your family. You are in my thoughts.

  • December 29, 2011
    Rita W Bergstrom says:
    Tim my thoughts and prayers are with you and Sherry and your families.I know how close you and your dad were.From all you told me over the years I know he was a special part of your life and will be greatly missed. Much love to you all Rita

  • December 29, 2011
    Wendy Remon says:
    My deepest symphony for the loss of your father.May you and your family find comfort in knowing he is with your mother in God's loving arms.