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Ashland Cassell Obituary
A native of Danville, she was the daughter of the late Henry C. and Mary Thomas Dettmar. She had been a Peninsula resident since 1945 where she excelled as a homemaker, bookkeeper, and as a jewelry salesperson. Mrs. Cassell retired from Barclay & Sons Jewelry as Office Manager in 1989 after nine years of service. She was a faithful member of Tabernacle Baptist Church, the Annie Moody Bible Class and the Living, Life, Leisurely (Triple L) Club.
She was preceded in death by her husband in 1993 after 58 years of marriage; a daughter, Noreen C. Bradley in 1973; and grandson, Richard M. Bradley.
Survivors include her loving granddaughter, Elizabeth H. Bradley of Newport News; grandson, Robert P. Bradley of Atlanta, Ga.; son-in-law, Robert D. (Dan) Bradley Jr.; and a host of friends.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Today, Sept. 16, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Graveside services will be conducted at 11a.m. Wednesday, at Peninsula Memorial Park by the Rev. Wes Taylor.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
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Carol Sparrow
September 18, 2008
I'm sorry to hear of the passing of Ash. In the 1980's I was a frequent customer at Barclay & Son's Jewelry. It was always a pleasure to see her and be helped by her. You have my deepest sympathy.
Jo Wildman
September 17, 2008
Mrs. Cassell was hired by my father (W.S. Bell) and my grand father (J. H. Bell) and was their Boss. She was trusted, loved and respected by all the employees and owners of J. H. Bell Furniture Co. Inc. An excellant bookkeeper, office manager and everyone's advisor.
In the mid "50's" my grandfather was losing his eyesight and Mrs. Cassell would inform him quietly of every familiar customer entering the store, he then would walk up the long aisle with his right hand extended and greet them with a handshake calling them by name. Fooling some folks but most knew and appreciated his effort.
Some times Mrs. Cassell would take me to her home and Noreen and I would talk about boys, experiment with Mrs. Cassell's makeup and laugh a lot, we were only a year apart in high school.
These are a few of my fond memories of two lovely people, I hope I have brought a smile to all who loved them. Best wishes, Jo (Anne) Bell Wildman
Deloris Hart
September 16, 2008
May God be with you and your family during this time of bereavement.
Bonnie Knutson
September 16, 2008
To Mrs. Cassell's family, my sincerest condolances for your loss. Dan, you may remember me, I was Noreen's closest friend in high school. I met you at the class reunion in Newport News, shortly before Noreen died. I loved Noreen and miss her tremendously. We had our 50th HS reunion last month and her picture was on a display with all the others we have lost from our class. One classmate reminded me how Noreen and I used to sing on the school bus every day! She has been in my thoughts and heart for many years and always will be. With much affection, Bonnie Dodd Knutson.
CARMEN BOYKIN
September 16, 2008
LADY ASH BYRD :) YOU WILL BE MISSED..... I HAVE LEARNED ALOT FROM YOU. I DON'T THINK ANY ONE CAN HAVE ENOUGH NICE THINGS TO SAY ABOUT YOU. YOU ARE A WONDERFUL, THOUGHTFUL LADY. I WILL MISS YOUR LAUGHTER AND WISDOM. ONE OF THE BARCLAY GALS WILL ALWAYS LOOK OUT FOR YOUR ELIZABETH. I LOVE YOU XOXOXOXX
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