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MARY ASH Obituary


MARY ALINE ASH  
On Saturday, July 20, 2013, of Laurel, MD. Beloved wife of Stephen W. Ash; mother of Bridget (James) Ash Shute; grandmother of William, Andrew, and Cecelia. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Tuesday, July 23, 2013 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary of the Mills Church, 114 St. Mary's Place, Laurel, MD, on Wednesday, July 24 at 10 a.m. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery, DC. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Coalition for Special Education, 10400 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 603, Kensington, MD 20895.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Jul. 23, 2013.

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Lea Greve

August 2, 2013

Dear Steve, Bridget, and Jim,
We were so sorry to hear about Aline's sudden passing while we were out of town. We have truly lost a beautiful soul from our presence, a loss that will be felt for a long time. Our prayers are with you all at this sad, sad time. Hugs to you all and to William, Andrew and Cecelia from us.
Much love,
Lea, Doug and Eric Greve
Francis and Michael Alexander

Miles Scriven

July 27, 2013

Steve, sorry to hear about your lost may god be with you in this time of great sorrow.

Gary Courtois

July 26, 2013

Steve, I was very sorry to hear of your loss. My sympathies go out to you and your entire family.

Mark Mahota

July 24, 2013

My thoughts & prayers are with you @ this time. I am sorry for your loss.

Joe Bateman

July 24, 2013

Steve, Bridget & Jim,
I've been in touch with Barb and Mary Thirlkel and they send their love and condolences. Aline's faith was strong. She lived by His example and she is with God in heaven, now. God Bless you all and may He hold you in the palm of His hand during this difficult time. Love,
Joe & Sharon, Paul & Jill

July 23, 2013

Steve, Bridget and Jim,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We are so sorry that we can't be there with you physically, but know you are in our hearts. Give William, Andrew and CeCe hugs and kisses from us.
Love to you all...Barry and Theresa

Marybeth & Paul Miller

July 23, 2013

Heaven is brighter now, we love you and our thoughts & prayers are with you all

Christina Gregory

July 23, 2013

I feel helpless that I am so far away and can't be there with all of you. I will miss Aline. She did give us some things to talk about though. Our stories always make us laugh. I have a feeling she will always be watching us, making sure we don't get into trouble!

Penny Harrigan

July 23, 2013

Steve and Bridget,
Please accept our condolences. May the love of family and friends help you through this very sad time.
Penny and Mike Harrigan

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