Reva Lee Presnell

Reva Lee Presnell Pickens, South Carolina Reva Lee Presnell, age 78, born Oct. 5, 1947, of Banner Elk, NC. She passed away peacefully at her home in Pickens, SC Oct. 14, 2025. She was the daughter of General Vance Presnell and Susie Anna Hicks. Reva was preceded in death by her parents, as well as her husband, Baxter Lennie Presnell; a sister, Susie Hannah Presnell; and a brother, Floyd Marshal Ward. She is survived by a sister, Eunice Harmon of Banner Elk, NC; and a brother, Richard (Ricky) Presnell of Easley, SC. Also survived by three daughters, Julia Alexander of Pickens, SC, Rosanna Napier of Zionville, NC, and Keneika Presnell of Liberty, SC; a son, Baxter Lennie Presnell Jr. of Liberty, SC. Also, grandchildren, Reva and Anna Alexander and Joanna Tester, and a great-grandchild, Rune Leone. Reva Lee Presnell was known as a woodcarving artisan alongside her husband Baxter. Their business, End of the Road Crafts, took them far and wide across the US. They peddled their wood crafts along with other artisans and built community both locally and across the states. They collected friendships, memories, and even rocks from every place they traveled. Reva nurtured a loving home filled with multiple generations starting in NC and ending in SC. No matter where she called home, she was surrounded by friends, family, and God. Reva was a devout Christian and her strong faith was felt by the church community in SC and in NC. Her membership with the WPO was a powerful inspiration of fellowship to all. Reva will be remembered for her kindness and generosity; through gifts of homemade jellies, jams, fried apple pies, and more delicious recipes. The cherished stories she shared from all her travels; every picture, every recording, every carvings and Elvis will forever remind us of her. A life and love so rich, we will never forget her name, her story, her legacy. Even in her final days, the friendships built and cherished followed her and will keep her memory alive. Reva Lee Presnell will undoubtedly be missed by all! A gathering of friends will be held on Sunday, October 19, 2025, from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM in the chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home in Pickens. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.mountainviewfunerals.com. In lieu of flowers the family asks and appreciates donations to help with expenses to Julia Alexander, 106 Medlin Dr, Pickens, SC 29671. A special thanks goes to the local Hospice of The Upstate. Mountain View Funeral Home is serving the Presnell family.

Reva Lee Presnell

October 5, 2025 - October 14, 2025