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Thomas Ashton Obituary
THOMAS STEWART ASHTON, JR. (Age 49)
On Saturday, June 11, 2011, of Gaithersburg, MD after suffering from cancer died peacefully at the Montgomery Hospice Casey House. Beloved son of Naomi R. Ashton and the late Thomas Stewart Ashton, Sr.; loving brother of Sandra A. Ashton. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Tuesday, June 14, 2011, 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Shrine of St. Jude, 12701 Veirs Mill Road, Rockville, MD, on Wednesday, June 15, 2011 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Montgomery Hospice Casey House, 1355 Piccard Drive, Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20850.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Sandra Ashton
March 6, 2017
Tommy, I miss you so much! I think about you every day. You were my brother and my best friend. I have so many happy memories that I will treasure forever. I love you more than words can express! You were truly the best person on this earth. You are with me in my heart, and my angel watching over me. Thank you for being such a wonderful brother and friend! Love, Sandra
Amy Kolodin
June 23, 2011
Tom was my neighbor for 14 years. His dog, Buster, and my dog, Mambo, spent a lot of time outside together. Tom and I would laugh because they would constantly wrap themselves around our legs with their leashes and then got stuck and couldn't free themselves. We spent time talking while he sat in his truck, outside the house, blasting the radio with a drink in his hand, like he was on his own little island. My kids drew pictures for him and ran outside to say hi whenever they saw him. He helped me so much over the last few years and I will never forget what a great person he was. I can still hear his unique laugh and can picture his head tilt back whenever he giggled. I always said goodbye to him with a smile on my face because we were always joking around. Tom, the kids and I will miss seeing you everyday.
Michael Schwartz
June 22, 2011
My sympathies go out to the family of Tom Ashton. I lived in the house above his for several years and occasionally took care of Buster while he was away. He invited me to ride on his boat once. I never took him up on it...but looking back, I wish I did. I didn’t really know him all that well but the few times we talked I found him to be an easy going and personable fellow. We seemed to agree on lots of things. He was always a helpful neighbor my kids liked him as well. I am genuinely saddened by his loss. Weeeeeell...Safe home Tom!
Jimmy Long
June 22, 2011
Tommy, I was thinking of you today and had to chuckle. One of my first memories of you were when you came over on Sunday after church and decided to join us in the swimming pool. With all your Sunday clothes on including dress shoes...funny. One of many memories.
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Mike Long
June 18, 2011
Little Tommy ,you are my cousin,friend and brother.I will miss you until we meet again.Love Mike
Steve and Brenda Long
June 17, 2011
May you rest in eternal peace Tommy. We will never forget all the good times we had together when we lived in Virginia. Your contagious laughter will remain in our hearts forever.
jamie gardell
June 16, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Aunt Naomi. May you find comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Love,
Jamie and Elsa
Linda Carpenter
June 15, 2011
I light this candle in honor of Jesus, who is the light of the world; now our precious Tommy is part of that light. Shine brightly on all of your family and friends.
Love,
Your Cousin Linda & Family
Rick & Linda Gregory
June 15, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Tommy's family. Tommy was such a caring and loving person. The world will truly miss that great smile. You will always be in our hearts.
Carlos Carbo
June 15, 2011
Tom was a great friend since Parkland JHS, over the years our paths crossed many times and always to great effect! We shared art classes at Peary HS and after graduation he told me about his new job at Vitro and soon after I joined him there. Little did I know it would launch my career as well as his. I'll miss you Tom and until we meet again may God grant you eternal Peace my friend.
Naomi Ashton
June 15, 2011
Tommy, you came into my life 49 years ago and have always been the joy of my life. As a child you were so loving and mischievous. Then you became a man that any mother would be proud to call her son, as I have. You will live in my heart forever and will be my guiding light. You are in a place now where there is no more pain, rest well my angel. Love, Mom
John & Ann Long
June 14, 2011
Tommy was always a sweet ,loving & kind gental person.With his cute little gigle & sweet little smile we wil alway's think of him as our sweetie pie nephew.We will miss you T ommy & you will be in our heart,s forever.
Love you, Uncle Johnny & Aunt Baby
Jimmy Long
June 14, 2011
Thank you for laughing and sharing,
For giving and for caring. A true friend, like a brother. Young Thomas, No farewell words were spoken because you will be with us forever. Peace.
Angela Carpenter
June 14, 2011
Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time and we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Love- Angela & family
Johnny Long Jr.
June 14, 2011
I love you Little Tommy,always have always will. And thats forever.....And I happen to feel you will have a excellent day with your Dad on Fathers Day. Every time I see poison Ivy I think of you when you were ten in the woods camping. Good thing there is none in Heaven. I will see ya again Tommy. Tell everyone I said Hi.. Love, Little Johnny Forever Tommy........
Theresa Cook
June 14, 2011
Thoughts and Prayers in loving memory of wonderful cousin who always had a smile for everyone. We will miss you greatly.
Ray& Shirley Ashton Sr.
June 14, 2011
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Gail Hill
June 14, 2011
You have my thoughts and prayers. Tom was a good and kind friend. He will be truly missed.
Krista FitzGerald
June 14, 2011
I'll always remember Tommy's smile.. what a nice guy he was. We had a lot of fun together at the Moose conventions in Ocean City. We will miss you very much Tommy. May you rest in eternal peace.....
Robin Rosenberg
June 14, 2011
Tommy went to my high school, but I did not know him. I am very sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in this difficult time.
Class of 79, Peary HS
Bob Funkhouser
June 14, 2011
So sorry for your loss. I have known Tom since seventh grade. He was a kind person with a great sense of humor.
Lisa Sharer
June 14, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Richard Sharer
June 14, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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