Daniel B. Ashwell Jr.

Daniel B. Ashwell, Jr.

Daniel 'Danny Boy' B. Ashwell Jr., 55 of Lynchburg was welcomed by his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 with his family by his side. He was preceded in death by his father, an uncle, Wesley T. May Jr., and grandparents.

He was born, Thursday, September 11, 1969 to the late Daniel B. Ashwell Sr. and Peggy Phillips Ashwell. After graduating from Rustburg High School, he worked for many years with LSI, Lynchburg Sheltered Industries for 30 years making a lasting impact in the lives of his friends, coworkers, and aides with his smile, laugh and kindness. He also spent many years participating in the local, regional, and state Special Olympics program, excelling in swimming and track & field, earning multiple medals and ribbons for his accomplishments. Being very active and somewhat competitive, he enjoyed a game of bowling, bocce ball or basketball with his family and friends.

'Danny Boy's' love for life and his family was always evident through his smile. His flirtatious manners with the ladies were always welcomed with a big smile and a gentle hug. He was raised in Memorial Christian Church on Perrymont Ave. where for over 50 years he served as an acolyte, and honorary deacon, and helped with church events. Spring Hill Community Church would become his new church home after Memorial Christian closed. He also was a member of the Lynchburg Regional Exchange club serving in the capacity of president, vice president, chaplain, and chairman of veterans committee. 'Danny Boy's' big smile and his love for his family will be a tremendous loss to his family, as well as those who knew him.

He leaves to cherish his memories; his mother, Peggy, and a brother, David Ashwell (Lori); nieces and nephews, Logan, Luke, and Taylor or as he called them "his children;" an uncle, Douglas Ashwell of Roanoke; an aunt, Stacy Sahli of Florida; and his favorite aunt, Jean May; cousins, Wesley May, and his favorite cousin Janice Claybrook (Nick); and his favorite "rugrats," Melissa Cole (Charlie), Erin Ramsey (Lucas), Cody May (Khin), Steven May, and the newest babies, Landon and Parker Ramsey.

The family will receive friends on Thursday July 24, 2025 from 6-8:00 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Service, 427 Graves Mill Road.

A Celebration of 'Danny Boy's' life will be held on Friday, July 25, 2025 at 1;00 p.m. in the chapel with Pastor Bobby Harrison officiating. Burial will follow at Fort Hill Memorial Park, 5196 Fort Ave, Lynchburg, Va. 24502.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a charitable donation in memory 'Danny Boy' to Area 24 Special Olympics c/o Gene Callahan 3220 New Chapel Rd. Rustburg, Va. 24588.

Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, (434) 239-2405 is assisting the family. Memories and thoughts may be shared with the family at www.heritagefuneralandcremation.com