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Phyllis Ashcraft Obituary

ASHCRAFT, PHYLLIS DONOGHOE 85, of Louisville, passed away Wednesday at Baptist Hospital East. She was the proud mother of 11 children, a former member of St. Raphael parish and a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church. Mrs. Ashcraft was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Roy L. Ashcraft. She is survived by her sons, R. Patrick Ashcraft (Mary), Michael A. Ashcraft (Sandy) and Timothy J. Ashcraft (Roberta); daughters, Sherrin Ashcraft Knecht (Ray), Terrell A. Hodge (Jim), Mary Jo "Dodie" Borho, Jaculin A. Iler (Doug), Pamela A. Delaney (Peter), Miriam "Mimi" Ashcraft Fairbanks, Anne A. Samples (Bill), and Kim Medley (Tim); 17 grandchildren; and five great-grandchil-dren. Her funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 1920 Newburg Rd., with burial in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Highlands Family Owned-Funeral Home, 3331 Taylorsville Rd. Memorial gifts may be made to Franciscan Home, American Heart Association or breast cancer research.

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Published by Courier-Journal on May 5, 2005.

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Gubasta Joe & Ginny

May 9, 2005

Dear Pat and Mary, We are saddened by the loss of your mother but believe she has moved on to her heavenly place. You and your family will be remembered in our prayers. Blessings to you.

Chris Borton

May 9, 2005

Ashcraft family...I didn't have the privilege of meeting Phyllis but have seen, I'm sure, a reflection of her in her son Pat, a good and gracious person. My thoughts are with your family as you celebrate her life and mourn the loss of such a special person.



With deepest sympathies,

Sheliah Harlan

May 9, 2005

We pray that God's love and the hope we have because of Him will be your strength during this difficult time.

Peggy and Manny Nordone

May 7, 2005

Pat and Mary, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Your mom had a lot to be proud of. Her life was filled with many great memories.

Lea Bodmer

May 6, 2005

When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tiffany Wagner

May 5, 2005

Phyllis Ashcraft was one of the most caring individuals I have ever met. I am very grateful to have had the opportunity to cherish her thoughtfulness and kindness in my life. My greatest sympathy and prayers are with her family. She will be greatly missed as she is loved by everyone.

With Love,

Tiffany Wagner, Personal Assistant at Franciscan Assisted Living

John-Diane Pittenger

May 5, 2005

May you know that we share your sorrow and have you in our thoughts and prayers. It is never easy for those left behind. Know that you are loved, and that God will see you through this.

Ron Wilson

May 5, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Lucy Emmil

May 5, 2005

Phyllis was one of the most elegant women I have ever had the privilege to have known. Her presence will be greatly missed I know. I will always treasure her memory, and be grateful to have been a part of her life and family. My heartfelt sympathy to you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this hard time. Love, Lucy, former Activity Director at Franciscan Assisted Living.

Patty & Mike Williams

May 5, 2005

Our deepest sympathy to all her children and grandchildren. She was a beauiful person and will be missed. I only saw her a couple of times with Mimi, but she made me feel as though I had known her all my life. She was a truely beautiful person.

Joanne Rutledge

May 5, 2005

My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to all of you. PSA 23

Cathy Hall

May 5, 2005

My thoughts are with you and your family during this time of loss. May God Bless You.

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