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Edward Ashton Obituary
As Greens Superintendent of Maplecrest Golf Club for over three decades, Ed took pride from the result of his long hours, which were directly responsible for bringing beauty, notoriety and prosperity to a once plain struggling course owned by the Irving Family. In return Eddie gained many priceless friendships.
Ed deeply loved his children and family, who not only loved Ed, but liked him. Andrew (Anna) and Amy helped care for their father since April. Much care came, brother, Jeff and Kathy; in-laws, Mary, John, and Linda Paxton; best friend, John Lambert, Sr. and Diana and numerous friends, family and VNS Hospice. Ed and wife Janice are very grateful for the help of everyone.
A casual memorial gathering is planned for Monday afternoon from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Maplecrest.
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for Edward Ashton
Jim Cadnum
June 4, 2023
I am quite certain the he was the Ed Ashton that I worked with at the Akron Metropolitan Park in 1970. We became friends. He was a nice guy. I have been thinking of him lately and wanted to contact him.
Jim Cadnum.
JOHN & LINDA PAXTON
December 16, 2008
WE WILL MISS YOU EVERY DAY
Bill Severns
September 12, 2008
Janice, My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family at this time of sorrow. No one ever really knows what to say or do at times like this to add comfort for the pain that you feel but please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and if ever there is anything that I can offer don't even hesitate to let me know.
Ruthie Ake
September 10, 2008
Unfortunetly I'm in the same boat and my heartfelt sympathy goesout to you and the kids. Please call if you would like to talk or anything. I lost Jerry in February and still can't believe it. He was always very proud to call Ed a friend even though they hadn't seen each other for a while. We were always just going to stop by and never did it. I regret that but now they can hunt together. The number hasn't changed. Call me. Ruthie Ake
Jeff and Connie Kunkle
September 9, 2008
We came to know Ed, Jan, Double A, and Amy through baseball. Although quiet in nature, Ed had a great wit. Ed couldn't be rattled, and had great pride and patience in his works which is very evident if you ever took a lap around Maplecrest Golf Course (attention to detail) or met his son Andy (a gentleman with a smile and great conversation). Ed, as our chauffer going t.p.-ing or karaoking or partying, didn't drink or sing or throw toilet paper, but probably had more fun observing. Ed will fondly be remembered and sadly missed. But his legacy definitely lives. Jan, Double A, Amy, you're in our thoughts and our hearts.
Kathie and Clair Dickinson
September 6, 2008
Dear Janice and the whole Ashton family: We are so saddened by your loss of such a wonderful husband, father, brother, uncle and friend. I didn't know Ed except through his brother, Jeff and his wife, Kathy. I know what a special person he was in their lives and how much he meant to them. Ed was a gift to you all but was taken away much too soon. I extend the sympathies of our entire family and want you to know that I will keep you and the children close in my heart and prayers. Kathie and Clair
Jeannette Gaynor
September 5, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. It's good to remember now the love and care you showed Ed in his final illness--how it must have helped him to be able to depend on you!
Janice, everyone grieves in his/her own way. We don't always know the right thing to say or do to help you, so don't be afraid to ask your friends for the help/comfort they will want to give you now. We're just waiting for your signal.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Janice Ashton
September 5, 2008
Dear Friends,
We would like to express our gratitude to you. Your concern and thoughtfulness has helped us immensely in our time of need. We truly appreciate all of the help we have been given.
We feel the man we lost was no ordinary man. He made our daily lives a much happier place. He always wanted people to “reach their potential.” He felt that many people in this world waste so much time and energy that could be used for a greater achievement.
Not only could his achievements be seen on the golf course, but also when you look around his house and his friends houses. He tried to balance his work and in his friendships. He was blessed with many friends.
Ed’s brain tumor directly affected the front portion of his temporal lobe that controls your emotions and your creativity. When the tumor took the wind out of his sails, he was so upset with not being able to accomplish this years goals and not being able to help his family and friends. In hind sight we noticed changes in memory and thought processes last year and his headaches began in January. Ed had a seizure on April 20, was biopsied on April 23 and we were given the results on May 6. We battled the cancer at Cleveland Clinic in May and June. We went home with the help of VNS Hospice, a wonderful organization, June 13. We reluctantly moved Ed to the Ridgewood Hospice facility on August 26th. We were told how good the facility is, and found that not only is the facility unbelievable but the care of the staff was the very best. Sadly, we lost Ed on August 29th.
Ed was the nicest sick man; even though he hated being helpless. He never raised his voice in anger against his family. He thanked us daily and repeatedly for helping care for him. He was worried about us and how we will manage without him.
This life without Eddie is the hardest thing we’ve had to do yet. So thank you for your sweet remembrances of Ed. As time goes on, we would like to hear your stories so that we can continue to honor is life. We loved you Eddie!
Thank you, The Ashton Family
Peggy Achberger
September 4, 2008
Dear Janice,Andrew, Amy,Jeff, Kathy, Brian (Jen), & Paul Katie and I want you to know how very sad we were to hear about Ed. You have been and will be in our thoughts and prayers. We know how hard this time is for all of you and will hold your need of comfort in our hearts and wishes. You will find that the gift of memories is what will keep you going and eventually will let you smile and laugh about the past you had together. You can't let the tumor steal anymore away from you. You will be angry at that horrible tumor that changed your family forever, but thats ok, I'm still mad, for myself, Katie, and for you, and it isn't fair, it robbed you of a very special husband, father, brother & friend. He will be missed. Please know that if there is anything I can do to help, even if it is just to talk, any time any hour, I am here for you. Love to you all, Peggy & Katie Achberger
Patricia Campbell
September 3, 2008
Dear Janice and Family,
Our heartfelt sympathy are with all of you. I will never see a flower that I will not remember Ed.
Pat and Joe Campbell
FRANK ROMAN
September 3, 2008
Ed was a wonderful person whom we all will miss dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Anthens Family
September 2, 2008
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Lisa Walker
September 2, 2008
Janice,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Zerucha
September 2, 2008
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Claire Kindsvatter
September 2, 2008
Janice,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Dan & Tina Lindy
September 1, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers will continue for the entire Ashton family. We are so sorry for your great loss and the pain of the past year. All our love to you.
Bruce and Susan Scherer
August 31, 2008
Janice, Andy and Amy,We are so sorry for your loss. Ed was such a special person and will be missed tremendously by all. Our love and prayers are with you with hopes it will ease some fo the pain we all feel.
Jean Esposito
August 31, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Mark and Jean Esposito
Hinckley Hills Golf Course
Sarah Stem
August 31, 2008
Janice
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Sarah and Max Miller
Patrica L. Ashton
August 31, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Kathy Schindewolf
August 31, 2008
Janice:
My love and prayers are with you and your family.
BILL FOX
August 30, 2008
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
George & Tami Letosky
August 30, 2008
To the Ashton Family;
Please accept our very deepest heartfelt sympathy in the loss of Ed. There is no way to lessen the sorrow of losing someone you love. But, please remember others care and wish you comfort and strength. George and I feel very grateful to have had Ed for a friend. He was a very special man and he will live forever in our hearts.
Love, George and Tami
Robert Bodager
August 30, 2008
We extent our sympathy to
Eddie's family. His father Merle was my favorite uncle'
Marion Ashton Bodager
Judy Scolaro
August 30, 2008
Losing Ed is a terrible loss for all and you have my deepest condolences. I'm very glad I got the chance to work with him and get to know him.
Paul and Coni Cunningham
August 30, 2008
Dearest Janice, Mary and family:
Please know that we are thinking of you all at your time of sorrow and extend our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. May you find comfort in each other's arms and knowing that Eddie was loved by more than most. He has left a legacy like no other and his memories will last us all an eternity.
God Bless.
Angel Hugs (\0/)
Paul & Coni
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