James Ashby Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

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Richmond, Virginia

ASHBY James Richard (Dick) Ashby Jr., 80, departed this life, slipping quietly into eternal rest on Sunday morning, February 18, 2007. Dick's final days were spent surrounded by his family, friends and personal caregivers. He will be cherished in memory by his wife and lifelong love, Lorraine Herndon Ashby; and his two daughters, Linda Carol Ashby and husband, Wendell Kenney, and Joy Ashby Foglietta and her husband, Tom Foglietta; he was preceded in death by his daughter, Gail Ashby Mays. He had eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren among his three daughters. Born June 2, 1926 to James Richard Ashby Sr. and Eliza Pickral, he lived his entire life in Richmond, attended Robert E. Lee Elementary and Thomas Jefferson H.S. He graduated from the University of Richmond with a BA degree in 1952, where he was a member of Alpha Delta Ministerial Fraternity. He took several law courses, but decided it was not for him. One of his favorite lines was that he attended U of R on a track scholarship and those that knew him understood the humor in that. Dick and Lorraine were married in 1954 and were members of Monument Heights Baptist Church for many years and where he served as a deacon when he was able. He worked a short time at Richmond Engineering Co. and on October 1, 1955 he was hired as a State Farm agent and he remained an agent in the Richmond area serving many people for almost five decades until his retirement in 2002. Dick had many friends that loved him and everyone who met him could not help but love him. He had a contagious laugh, a quick wit, and a funny joke to tell everywhere he went. Special thanks for unwavering friendship goes to his lifelong best friend, T. Whitt Fogg as well as countless other friends. The family will receive friends for visitation 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, at Bliley Funeral Homes' Central Chapel, 3801 Augusta Ave., and where funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday. Dr. Randy Clipp, officiating. Interment at Westhampton Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Monument Heights Baptist Church, 5716 Monument Ave.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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Daddy, I thought of you today, on your birthday. I have felt like I really wanted to talk to you more lately, just to ask you- how did you go through those stubborn teen years and into early adulthood with us so well? I miss you. I wish I could seek advise from you. When I think of you, I feel so lucky to know I had such a wonderful father. I wish I could ask you about heaven, but I guess that would be cheating if you got to tell me. I get to find out one day and knowing you are already in...

Joy Foglietta

June 02, 2009 | Normal, IL

Today was Daddys birthday, and we all miss him more than ever. I am ending this Guestbook this week,so I can finally print and give to my mother. Thanks for everyones wonderful loving tributes,

Linda Ashby

June 02, 2009 | Midlothian, VA

Daddy, you are not here, but will never be forgotten. God blessed me with having you as my father. What a gift he gave me. I think of you often, and miss you with all my heart, but I look forward to our reunion in the eternal kingdom.

Joy

March 20, 2008 | Normal, IL

Just a note to say that every time I think of Dick a smile comes to my face. Dick was very helpful to me as I started my State Farm career. Dick is truly missed but never forgotten.

Tony Brown

March 18, 2008 | Roanoke, VA

Dear Daddy,
Although today is One Year since we had to say Goodbye and allow you to be amongst the angels, It feels like so much longer.
Our family was so blessed to have you, We ,and all of your friends shall hold you close in eternity in our hearts.
All My love, Linda.

Linda Ashby

February 18, 2008 | Midlothian, VA

Lorraine, Linda and Family. Its been about a year now and Dick's name still comes up in many conversations regarding the "good times" we use to have. He left a wonderful legacy and will continue to be in the memories and hearts of many for years to come. May God continue to bless you.

Rick Davis

February 18, 2008 | Wilmington, NC

LINDA..
THINKING OF YOU..
HUGS

PAUL S

P SMITH

June 01, 2007 | RICHMOND, VA

Wishing you were here, We are all thinking of you and remembering the Happy Days gone by, as tomorrow is your Birthday..
I just know that you will be celebrating and laughing all day long tomorrow with all your loved ones that you have reunited with!
Mama is doing so well, and I know you know that, too. All of us miss you deeply and especially tomorrow you will be in our hearts! Love you , Linda

Linda Ashby

June 01, 2007 | Midlothian, VA

Linda -

I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Although I didn't know him personally, I felt that I got to know him through our conversations. I know how much you treasured him because you would always light up when talking about the man and Father he was! Since I have been in the insurance business for more years than I want to admit...I felt a natural bond to him.

The pictures are such a treasure!

My best to you and your family. May all your wonderful memories of...

Debbie Wheeler

April 04, 2007 | Richmond, VA

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