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HUBERT HARRISON ASHCRAFT

1946 - 2019

HUBERT HARRISON ASHCRAFT obituary, 1946-2019, Fort Wayne, IN

BORN

1946

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

D. O. McComb and Sons - Covington Knolls

8325 Covington Rd.

Fort Wayne, Indiana

HUBERT ASHCRAFT Obituary

HUBERT HARRISON ASHCRAFT, 73, of Fort Wayne, Ind., passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2019. Born on May 13, 1946 and raised in Seymour, Ind., Hubie "Senior" as he was known was a son of the late Hubert Kenneth Ashcraft and Daisy Bell (Collingsworth) Ashcraft. He earned his Master of Arts Degree in Business Education from Ball State University in 1975. He was a Secondary School Teacher at Garrett High School, Professor at International Business College, and Financial Planner/Counselor for Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Northeastern Indiana where he retired in 2012. He married Rebecca Ann Bloom of Garrett, Ind. on June 19, 1971. Hubie Sr. was a professional musician from 1959 to 2007 when he performed throughout the Midwest. He enjoyed all genres of popular music, songwriting, the genealogy study of his family history, fishing, many years enjoying quality time at the family lake cottage, and following his son, "The Hubie Ashcraft Band" throughout the heartland of the Midwest. He is survived by two children, Hubert Ryan (Stephanie) Ashcraft and Carly Amanda (Bart) Buchanan; and three grandchildren, including Fiona Shay Ashcraft, Jackson John Buchanan, and Daisy May Buchanan of Fort Wayne; a sister, Michele Jane "Micki" (Edwin) Judd of Indianapolis; and a brother, Joseph Lee (Tobiatha) Ashcraft of Seymour. Hubie Sr. was also preceded in death by a daughter, Nikki Dee Ashcraft; a sister, Judith Ann "Judy" (Larry) Schmidt, and a sister, Susan Elizabeth "Suzi" (Junior) Wagers. Funeral service is 4 p.m. Sunday, June 2, 2019, at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road, Fort Wayne (IN 46804), with visitation prior to the service from 2 to 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the "Hubert H. Ashcraft Grandchildren Education Fund" and can be mailed to the funeral home. To view Hubert's online Memory Book and leave a memory, life story, or condolence visit www.mccombandsons.com

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on May 31, 2019.

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daniel carlson

September 8, 2019

So sorry to hear of Hubies passing ,I read that you and Hubie had 3 grandchildren,I bet Hubie was greast with them !!! I pray for you and your family at this time of hardship . Best to you Bec . Dan Carlson

Tammy Beineke Couch

June 5, 2019

I was so sorry to hear of his passing! I just found out he was sick. I always loved when Uncle Hubie and Aunt Becky came to visit! He so loved life and family! Prayers for all of you.


love

Tammy

Brenda Hughes

June 3, 2019

My sincere condolences to your families. Hubie, was my first boss, when I moved to Fort Wayne from Fairmount, Indiana to go to International Business College. At that time he was the Evening School Director at the college for veterans attending college on the GI Bill. I was the secretary. He and his wife Becky, were the kindest people I had ever met. I hope that all the good memories you have will give you peace and comfort, that would be what he would want for you.

Bob Sadler

June 3, 2019

Our family sends our condolences and love to the entire Ashcraft family. We will always remember the huge smile he would have on his face as Hubie Jr. was playing. He would always offer us a place to sit if the venue was packed. I always enjoyed listening to him talk about how proud he was of his family. He was such a great gentleman. We will miss him dearly.
The Sadler Family

Mary Beth Thomas

June 2, 2019

May you Rest IN Peace my Friend and let the music play on. You were a bright spot in my world❤

Micki Judd

June 2, 2019

Hubie Harrison, my brother, was a fine musician and a finer man for all times. He was the third of four generations of Huberts. He and Becky loved family and music. Oh! What joy Hubie #4 and Carly have given to their parents. The two of you, along with your children, Fiona Shay, Jackson John, and Daisy Mae are contonuing the heartfelt dream. Ed and I are crushed and will miss him. And the beat goes on!
Love Always, Micki and Ed Judd

Mike & Sue Hosier

June 2, 2019

We have so many fond memories of Senior. We had so many great times with him listening to you Hubie. He was so proud of the son, husband, father and musician you have become. Carly; he told us many times how proud he was of you. So proud of what a wonderful daughter, wife, and mother you are. Steph, Bart and the grandchildren were very special to him. We loved him and he will be missed by many. May you find peace and comfort knowing that you had a loving and caring Dad and best friend. Love Mike & Sue

Abigail and Andrew Graves

June 2, 2019

Carly I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. If you need anything please let us know. I hope you find comfort and peace in the days to follow.

Gary Ecenbarger

June 1, 2019

Hubie Sr. was in my life for about 25 years. He helped mentor both of my children and I could not have asked for a better teacher/friend. He was the kindest, nicest, and finest person to have in our family's life. I love his children Hubie and Carly, I wish I had the power to make their pain go away.

John Zumbaugh

June 1, 2019

To the Dear Family of Hubie,

Hubie was my friend and teacher. I have fond memories of traveling with Hubie during high school to Muncie for band practices of Roosevelt Johnson and the Seven Seas (I play a little guitar on a '67 ES330). They were a great band: I have a copy of a 45 by them that Hubie gave me. Going to shows at BSU and other colleges with Hubie for the band were some of my greatest memories. Hanging out with him at his apartment in Garrett and listening him play on his ES335 was a joy. He was kind to me and my family, who also loved him. Hubie was a true friend and mentor for me. His fire and inspiration, and musical gifts were amazing. He knew about any kind of music, and smart on business. I will miss him dearly and hope we can meet up again some day. Blessings to all of his family and friends. John.

Janice Adler

June 1, 2019

Carly, I was so very saddened to read about the passing of your dear Dad....please know you, and your entire family will be lifted in prayer during this difficult time.

Milen Howard

May 31, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss, he was a great teacher. My prayers are for you and your family Becky.

Carol (Sciarra) Branaman

May 31, 2019

So very sorry to hear of Hubie's death.
Hubie, Sr was a family friend and classmate.
Blessings and Peace to his wife, children, grandchildren and friends during this difficult time.
My deepest sympathy to Micki and Joe on the loss of their brother.
R.I.P Hubie.

Carol Sciarra Branaman

Chuck Hildreth

May 31, 2019

Lots of good memories and the gigs that we played. No one could play that guitar like Hubie! Rock on, my friend!

Kevin Burke

May 31, 2019

Thoughts and prayers to Becky and family and friends. Anyone who knew him will miss him. I remember Hubie playing guitar in the break room in the funeral home at many of the family funerals. My heart is heavy.

Mary Rose (DePaolo)Kimmel

May 31, 2019

Thoughts and prayers to the family.

Jim King

May 31, 2019

To all the family....I am so sad to hear of Hubie's death....he was a good friend from growing up to beyond. We lived a block away from Hubie in Seymour, and got in lots of fights, laughed, and finally played in our first band. His sisters' 45 record collection was the envy of all, and Hubie took good care of it adding. Hubie was the first of us to get a good guitar....a white Fender, and he was always the best player and best musician...most of the family were. Lots of good memories, which are fading too fast now. Strength to you all and love from the past and into the future.... Jim King

Aaron Ecenbarger

May 31, 2019

Senior,

May you rest in piece and look down on your family and smile.

We are all blessed to have known you and to be apart of your life and to have you apart of ours.

My thoughts are with your family at this difficult time.

Rick Yingling

May 31, 2019

Always appreciated Hubie's warm effervescence and willingness to help students.
He will be truly missed.

Sheri Cutler

May 30, 2019

Sorry to learn of your husband passing Becky, sending prayers of comfort for your family

Brock Hraves

May 30, 2019

Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time.

jenny hartsock

May 30, 2019

I didn't personally know mr. Ashcraft but always enjoyed seeing him as he was his son's biggest fan and it was always so sweet to watch the pride in his face as he watched. I did usually speak to Hubie,SR. and he was always kind and returned the gesture. RIP sir and fly high with the angels...jenny/ashlee hartsock

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