Michael Astley

Michael Astley

Michael Astley Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Craig Funeral Home on Feb. 27, 2026.
Michael (Ashley) Astley 72, of St. Augustine, FL., formerly of Stoutsville, OH, passed away Sunday February 22, 2026 at his residence. He was born on November 1,1953 in Wiesbaden, Germany. He was the son of William and Mary Astley, who are both deceased

Ashley loved going to the YMCA to spin and work out with all his friends. He knew everyone's name so they called him the mayor of the early morning Y. He was also known for his many tie dye shirts and for loving his VW Bus.

On November 1986, he married Jeri Astley, who survives. He is also survived by brothers and sisters. William (Bud )Astley, Kevin (Kathy) Astley, Kieron (Kathy) Astley, Theresa (Skylar) Burgess and Thomas (Sands) Astley. Ashley was preceded in death by a brother Brian Astley. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and many cousins.

There will not be a service, but a Celebration of Life will be held in the community on March 1, 2026

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