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Robert Ashton Obituary
AGE: 52 • Fort Lee
Dr. Robert C. Ashton Jr., 52, of Fort Lee, N.J., passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 11, 2017. Robert was a prominent thoracic surgeon, proud father of Alex and Chloe, and son of Bob and Lillian Ashton, formerly of Vineland, N.J., now residing in Naples, Florida.
Born in Vineland, N.J. he graduated from St. Augustine Preparatory in 1983. He was an honors graduate of Muhlenberg College, Allentown, Pa., graduated cum laude from Medical College of Pennsylvania, completed his residency at Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburg, Pa. and completed his cardiothoracic fellowship at Columbia University Hospital, New York City.
Robert was Chief of Thoracic Surgery and Director at Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, New York and Chief Thoracic Surgeon at Hackensack University Medical Center, as well as Vice Chairman of the Cancer Center. He was Chief Medical Officer of MYOS Corporation in Cedar Knolls, N.J. beginning 2014.
Dr. Ashton published over 75 original manuscripts and abstracts and had a comprehensive understanding of wellness and preventive medicine. He was regarded as a health care industry expert and contributor on Fox News Channel along with appearances on the TODAY Show, NBC Nightly News, CBS World News, and MSNBC.
He was currently Chief Medical Director at Cambridge Therapeutic Tech, LLC, Teaneck, N.J.
Robert will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and countless people who he helped in the many years as a physician.
A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Memories, thoughts and prayers may be extended to the family by visiting the DeMarco-Luisi Funeral Home website at dlfuneral.com.
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Kimberly Hults
February 8, 2021
Seems like yesterday I rode with him in an elevator with the dog...he was an amazing man! I am sorry for your loss. Hope you are healing ❤
Nancy Anderson
May 16, 2019
5/16/19 ( Just saw Dr. Oz show today) Prayers and peace to You, The Ashton family, and all your Loved Ones.
- Just a Fellow Traveler
JAMES MASTRICOVA
January 8, 2018
HE WAS A WONDERFUL COMPASSIONATE MAN
Norma Napoli
February 22, 2017
Lillian and Bob,
My deepest sympathy to you and your grandchildren. You will all be in my prayers,
Sincerely, Norma
Joann De Grosa
February 21, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. I was so taken aback and saddened hearing of his passing. He operated on me 10 years ago, as I had a rare form of lung cancer. I thanked God for Dr. Ashton and his gifted hands, expertise, and gentle caring ways. God's grace and Dr. Ashton gave me a second chance at life. May he rest in peace.
Melinda Breen
February 21, 2017
With profound gratitude from all the patients whose lives you extended, including my mother's. May your parents and children find strength and comfort in that thought as long as they live. RIP
SueAnn (from wheaton) Dolinsky
February 20, 2017
Bob and Lillian,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you.
Glenn and Kathy Kahley
February 20, 2017
Bob and Lillian,
Thinking of you and remembering the good times shared at Little League and the Prep. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy.
Glenn and Kathy Kahley
Dom & MaryAnn Diorio
February 19, 2017
Lillian and Bob, Sorry for your loss. May God's blessing be a comfort to you.
February 18, 2017
Dr Ashton gave me a second chance at life ,
Rest In Peace ,
I will never forget your kindness and grace ,
Gerard Zoppi
Annie
February 18, 2017
May mercy and peace and love be increased to you during this sad and difficult time. Jude 2.
Mindy Feinberg Liebowitz
February 17, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. It is very difficult. I went to Muhlenberg with Rob, and have wonderful memories of him. He was special, and will not be forgotten.
Nancy and Greg Vorbach
February 16, 2017
Dear Jen, Alex, Chloe, and your families, We know how much you loved Rob and that he felt the same in return. His loss brings us great sorrow, and our thoughts and concern are for you. I hope and pray the support you are getting from each other and everyone around you who loves you and cares for you will bring you strength and peace. Love, Nancy, Greg, Bryan and Ian Vorbach
Lynda Cohen
February 15, 2017
I am so very sorry for your loss. Dr. Ashton saved my life 8 years ago. He was truly the most gentle, kind and compassionate doctor I've ever met. RIP
Mary Renda
February 15, 2017
So very sorry for your loss. I worked with Rob in Boston a few years ago and found him to be a warm and wonderful person. May he rest in peace.
February 14, 2017
Rob was our neighbor for many years. As a boy He always stood out for his mature presence. He expressed a deep concern for those around him even as a boy. There are no words to express the deep sorrow that everyone that knew him feels.May his memory be a blessing. Lynch family
Taffy Ashton
February 14, 2017
So very sorry for your loss. I know he will be missed by all whose lives he touched.
marilyn and family birnback
February 14, 2017
My God give you the strength and courage to heal in this tragic sorrow...
Rosanna Consalvo Sarto
February 14, 2017
The Consalvo Family of Atlantic City, NJ, is so sorry for your loss. My sisters and I have such wonderful, fun filled memories of Robbie, when we were all growing up and celebrating special occasions in our lives in South Jersey. Our love goes to his parents and his family. God Bless!
Kimberly Hults
February 14, 2017
I am so very sorry for your loss. I met Rob when he was looking for an apartment last year and although I was only an acquaintance he touched my heart talking about his children and how much he loved those sweet dogs..amazing man and this hurts many people whose lives he touched. God bless you all .
Mrs. B.
February 14, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the precious memories of your dear loved one comfort you. Psalms 94:18,19
Andrea Procaccino
February 14, 2017
I knew Rob from grade school and middle school. I am so sorry for your loss.
Jo-Ann Haney-Tilton
February 14, 2017
Am so so sorry for your loss. Rob and I were friends/classmates at MCP. He was kind, compassionate, so smart, so driven. We had many spirited political debates! Am praying for the comfort of his family.
Jo-Ann Haney-Tilton
February 14, 2017
Am so so sorry for your loss. Rob and I were friends/classmates at MCP- kind, so smart, so driven. We used to have many spirited political debates!
He is remembered with great fondness. Praying for the comfort of his family.
AC
February 14, 2017
I am deeply sorry for your loss. God keep those who pass on in his memory because they are precious to to him. Psalms 116:15.
Nancy Vanden Houten
February 14, 2017
To Jen, Alex and Chloe and all of Rob's family and friends: I am so sorry for this unfathomable loss. I can't even imagine the pain you are feeling right now. I will remember Rob as a wonderful friend to my brother Arthur, and as a kind, generous friend to our entire family. Sincerely, Nancy
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