Patricia Ann Ashley

Patricia Ann Ashley obituary

Patricia Ann Ashley

Patricia Ashley Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wojstrom Funeral Home & Crematory - Granite City on Oct. 6, 2025.

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Patricia Ashley, 69, of Bethalto, IL died on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at her home.

She was born on May 12, 1956 in Alton, IL to Merlin and Marion (nee: Creswick) Odell.

Patricia married Irvan Ashley in Carlinville, IL on February 14, 1997. He preceded her in death in 2024.

The loving mother and grandmother enjoyed canning, cooking, gardening and her cat, Chandler. Her greatest joy was hanging out with her grandchild. She was a friend to all who knew her.

Patricia is survived by 2 daughters: Amanda Adams of Collinsville, IL and Samantha Dierking of Bethalto, IL ; a granddaughter, Ariel Dierking; a brother, William Odell of West Virginia and a sister, Cathy Howerton of Troy, IL.

Patricia is preceded in death by her husband and parents.

The family will hold a Celebration of Life at a later date.

Professional services entrusted to the care of Wojstrom Funeral Home & Crematory in Granite City, IL.

Online guestbook and obituary available at www.wojstrom.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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