Michael Aaron Ashton

Mr Ashton was the most impactful person I had in my childhood. He was my sixth grade teacher, but truly so much more. I think of him often, I remember this time when he led a choir practice whilst holding baby Pearl. It was so beautifully apparent how much he loved being a dad.

Dear Debra,
I am so sorry to read about the passing of Mike. It's been many years since I last saw you both but you were on my mind and that's when I came upon the news of his passing. I see that it's been some years now since the accident but I wanted to send you a big hug and my love and well wishes to you and your children.
with love,
Christine Manning Berkouwer

I was very grieved to hear of the loss of this wonderful man. I have known the Ashton family from the time I was born, as they have been neighbors with my grandparents for as long as I've known them. Mike was a great human being, with a big heart. I didn't know him personally, but I do remember his warm smile and friendly eyes. My heart and prayers go out to his family, his wonderful wife, and my good friend Mark Ashton.

Dear Ashton Family: I just learned of your loss. I met him at Copper Hills Elem. He always helped whenever the PTA needed it, and he did it with a smile and a joke. He will be missed.

I'M SURE THAT MICHAEL IS ENJOYING SOME SPECIAL TIME WITH HIS DAD. AND I AM VERY SURE THAT HIS FAMILY WILL BE GREATLY BLESSED AND GUIDED DURING THEIR TIME OF SORROW AND ADJUSTMENT. I ONLY KNOW THAT THIS WORLD WILL BE A LOT MORE LONELY WITHOUT THE WOUNDERFUL YOU MAN. I THINK HOW OFTEN HE CAME TO HELP ME AND MY FAMILY OF THE YEARS THAT HIS FAMILY LIVED WITH HIS MOTHER AS HE WAS PREPARING FOR HIS MISSION, HIS EDUCATION AND HIS LIFE IN THIS WORLD I KNOW THAT HIE WILL BE WAITING FOR ALL OF US IN...

Dear Ashton Family,

Even though I never really had the opportunity to get to know Mike on a more personal level, I have had a close friendship with his sister for quite some time now, and was saddened by the news of his passing. Reading each of the statements within this Guest Book emphasized the type of man he was - a thoughtful, caring, loving and spirited person that put his family and community above all else. His character embodies the types of qualities that we all aspire...

Ashtons,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. While we are more familiar with other members of the Ashton family, we had the opportunity to experience Mike’s gentle spirit and great character. In the short time we had his acquaintance, he touched our lives in a very special way. We’ll always treasure our memories of Mike.

Dear Ashton Family,

I'm so deeply sorry to hear of your loss. My dearest friend Judy Soto sent me this article. She has been so sad at the news of Mike's death.

I have experienced loss many times in my life and would like to send words of comfort that families really are forever!!! Life does NOT end here and the Lord does bless those who are left behind. Take care! May the Lord comfort you and hold you safely in His loving arms!