Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
David Ashton Obituary
David died March 18, 2023, in Palm Springs. He was 42 years old.
The son of Merton and Diana Ashton, he was born Feb. 26, 1981, in Ogekubo, Japan. He lived in California for 41 years.
David was a graduate of both Yucca Valley High School and the University of Redlands and was a member of the championship football team of both schools. He belonged to the Pi Chi fraternity at the university of Redlands. He earned a Master of Arts in education from Concordia University in Irvine and taught middle school science and math at Joshua Springs Christian School and then the Monterey School District.
David was an adventurer at heart. He traveled from the Greek islands to Japan and walked the Great Wall of China. He plunged into the icy waters of Barrel, Alaska, the northernmost point of the USA, and took a language immersion class in Costa Rica. He touched many lives in a positive way and we miss him.
His father, Merton Ashton, preceded him in death.
He is survived by wife Sarah Ashton, stepdaughter Jaylin Mosqura, mother Diana Ashton and brothers Jonathan Ashton and Stephen Ashton.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for David Ashton
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in David Ashton's name
Memorial Events
for David Ashton
How to support David's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor David Ashton's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
