Our Staff
LuLu Rutledge
Executive Director LuLu@acofhc.org She's a culinary enthusiast with a deep love of history, nature and travel. When she's not working, you can find her writing, dabbling in mixed media art, taking long hikes, daydreaming about owning land or disappearing into her favorite art museums. Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. Hailing from Los Angeles, California since 2004; she now lives with her dog Tater Tot in Asheville, North Carolina. 
Bethany Adams
Education Director Bethany@acofhc.org She's a local artist, always thriving to share joy and vibrant colors in her paintings. When she's not working and teaching, you can find her hanging out with her husband and two dogs, Mango and Kiwi. She enjoys gardening and spending time in nature. Previously, she served as the Art Director at the Boys and Girls Club of Henderson County, teaching there for about 10 years. Lori Colwick Bookkeeper lori@acofhc.org |
Our BoardJosh Dunkin
President Jamie Gorsuch Vice-President Chelsea Atkins Secretary Jean Tuech Treasurer David Adler Crystal Cauley Elisa Jarrin Margo Lea |
In Memory of James E. Faucett
James E. Faucett, 64, died Tuesday, December 26, 2017 at Elizabeth House in Hendersonville, NC after a sudden illness.
He is survived by his husband/partner of 34 years, Gary Giniat; father, Clarence Faucett of St. Petersburg, FL; and sisters Linda Faucett (Suzy McKibben) and Kim Faucett Parker (Shane Parker). He is preceded in death by his mother Mari-Jean Faucett and brother Thomas W. Faucett.
Mr. Faucett was the Community Relations Director for The Free Clinics (Hendersonville) and previously served as the Executive Director of Youth OutRight (Asheville) and the Arts Council of Henderson County.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, January 4, 3-6 pm in the Fireplace Lounge at Kanuga Conferences, 130 Kanuga Chapel Drive, Hendersonville. A celebration will also be held in St. Petersburg, FL at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim's memory can be made to The Free Clinics, 841 Case St., Hendersonville, NC 28792 or the Arts Council of Henderson County, 401 N. Main St. #3, Hendersonville, NC 28792.
An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com.
Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center are in charge of arrangements.
Published in The Times-News on Dec. 31, 2017
Online donations may be made in Jim's memory here.
He is survived by his husband/partner of 34 years, Gary Giniat; father, Clarence Faucett of St. Petersburg, FL; and sisters Linda Faucett (Suzy McKibben) and Kim Faucett Parker (Shane Parker). He is preceded in death by his mother Mari-Jean Faucett and brother Thomas W. Faucett.
Mr. Faucett was the Community Relations Director for The Free Clinics (Hendersonville) and previously served as the Executive Director of Youth OutRight (Asheville) and the Arts Council of Henderson County.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, January 4, 3-6 pm in the Fireplace Lounge at Kanuga Conferences, 130 Kanuga Chapel Drive, Hendersonville. A celebration will also be held in St. Petersburg, FL at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim's memory can be made to The Free Clinics, 841 Case St., Hendersonville, NC 28792 or the Arts Council of Henderson County, 401 N. Main St. #3, Hendersonville, NC 28792.
An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com.
Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center are in charge of arrangements.
Published in The Times-News on Dec. 31, 2017
Online donations may be made in Jim's memory here.