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John Asher Obituary
Palm Springs - John G. Asher, fondly known as "Greg" to family and friends, passed away in his home in Palm Springs, California, on November 29th, 2018, at the age of 64, following a brief illness.
Greg began his life journey in Monroe, Michigan, on September 9, 1954, to Cecil and Catherine "Puzzy" (Hoffer) Asher. He attended Monroe High School, competed on the tennis team and graduated in 1972.
Greg moved to Colorado and later settled in Palm Springs where he worked as a travel agent and attended the College of the Desert. He later began a successful 35-year career in real estate where he received numerous recognitions for accomplishments during his career. Greg was recounted by co-workers as intensely dedicated and the "go-to-guy" in the valley for his depth of knowledge and experience
Greg enjoyed composing music, playing guitar, solving crossword puzzles and sharing his culinary endeavors. He was a fervent supporter of his beloved California sports teams; however, his passion remained on the tennis court. Until prevented by his illness, Greg had continued to compete, with his best friend and brother, Jim, locally and internationally in doubles tournaments.
Greg's enthusiasm for life and contagious smile were an encouragement to those who knew and loved him, and he will be sadly missed.
Greg will be lovingly remembered by sisters Jenny (Paul) Merline, Sherry (Tom) Hochradel, nieces Ashley, Jennifer, Jessica and Stephanie, nephews William and Andrew and great nephews, a great niece and dear friends who supported him through his struggles with diabetes.
He was preceded in death by brothers Bill Asher and Jim Asher, sister Eve Asher- Schuster and his parents.
A private celebration of life is planned for the summer in Greg's home town. Those who desire to make memorial donations may do so in memoriam of John "Greg" Asher, Palm Springs, CA to The American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 15829, Arlington, VA, 22215.
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Jim Haggerty
December 10, 2022
I was just thinking about you the other day. Miss you!
Michael
July 4, 2020
RIP Greg...we were friends who grew up together in Monroe Greg's home town...From 1970s till we both left for Colorado...He always had a kind heart...we hadn't seen each other seance 1975...I was in Palm Spring's November 14th looking for him and couldn't locate him not knowing he past away 14 days later...I now wish I could have seen him before he passed...he was always a good friend...He was a very good friend...
Jum Haggerty
November 5, 2019
R.I.P. Greg. You are dearly loved and sorely missed.
Love,
"Mom"
December 23, 2018
Condolences to the Asher family for your loss. May God grant you peace at this difficult time. Jeremiah 29:11-12
Bronson White
December 17, 2018
R.I.P. my friend. Found photos circa 1976 my mom took of 2 very tanned, long-haired new California boys headed back to Monroe for a few days in your little Datsun pick-up. The best road trip. Thank you for The Asher-White Group. We had a good run! Say Hi to my mom, and yours. You are alone no more. Bronson
Jerry Peterson
December 16, 2018
We knew and very much liked Greg for so many years. I believe we met him for the first time at an open house in Deepwell in the old William Holden house. He was such a likable character. Through the years we met his mother and one brother--such a great family. We knew of his great love of tennis and Coca Cola.
He listed our Deepwell Ranch home in 2008 and did a wonderful job of selling it. I was so surprised to read of his death. A kind light is gone, but certainly not forgotten.
December 16, 2018
May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time
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