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Ken Ash Obituary

ASH, Ken Born on February 28, 1955, passed away after a long struggle with cancer on December 6, 2014. Preceded in death by parents Wesley (Bud) and Evelyn Ash and son Eddie. Survived by wife Cherie, son Kenny, loving stepmother Joy and brothers Wes Beyer, Robert and sister Cherlyn. Ken was born in Sacramento, a veteran of the U.S.A.F. and a graduate of Chaparral College. Ken will be missed by many friends as well as his family. Special thanks to the entire staff at Sutter General Hospital, Dr. Michael P. Carroll, MD and Sutter Care at Home Hospice. A Celebration of life to be held at a later date.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Dec. 12, 2014.

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February 28, 2015

Ken was a good friend from our days at Norte Del Rio. Reconnected at Rotary when he returned to Sacramento a happy, proud father and husband. He is missed. Lois McPherson

Steve Gross

January 14, 2015

Ken will be missed, he was a good man, all the way back to McGuire AFB, HOW HE & Cherie met. I'll never forget. Peace to Kenny and Cherie always your Brother, Kim & Eric

mike manchenton

December 20, 2014

We're sorry for your loss, may God Bless you and your family
Mike & Marie

December 18, 2014

Ken fought a long courageous battle and always stayed positive. He will be greatly miss by his friends and family. Now he is at peace and re-united with those who proceeded him. And our condolences too you and your family. Love Jeff & Margie Nevis.

December 18, 2014

Ken fought a long battle and always stayed positive. He will be greatly missed by his friends and family. Now he is at peace and re- united with those who proceeded him. And our condolences with you and your family. Love Jeff & Margie Nevis

George Sansone

December 18, 2014

I worked with Ken at the Woodmill. Ken was fun to work with and always had a terrific attitude.

Zach and Laurns Estabrook

December 15, 2014

We'll never forget our bonfires and swims with you guys.

December 13, 2014

What a long hard battle he fought. I will never forget our AZ bonfires and swims. Love all of you! lj and Z

December 12, 2014

To The Ash Family, our condolences to you all. Ken was a wonderful Man,Son,Brother, Husband, Father & Friend. He gave his all, & he truly fought to the end. He will be missed. We pray the family will find peace & comfort in knowing he's free and suffers no more. God Bless you all. Love & Best always The Jimenez Family, Kerrville, TX

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