Dr. Joseph P. Asher

Asher, Dr. Joseph P. - 55, of Farmington Died peacefully on January 4, 2005 While surrounded by his loving family. He fought his 10-month battle with cancer with tremendous courage, hope and a positive attitude. Joe was born on Nov 17, 1949 in Mpls, MN to Loran and Eloise Asher. At the age of 11, his family moved to Fgtn where he lived ever since. Joe was a 1967 graduate of Fgtn High, where he met his wife. He completed 9 yrs of college, and graduated from Northwestern College of Chiropractic in 1977. Joe opened Asher Chiropractic in Fgtn in May of 77 and practiced there for 27 yrs. He was a very well respected Chiropractor whose hands helped heal many people. When he wasn't at work, Joe enjoyed doing yd work, riding horses, hunting, fishing, hiking, teaching his daughters and granddaughter new things, and spending time with his family. Joe is survived by his wife and best friend of 34 yrs, Nancy (Kuchera); his daughters Angie (Chris) Carlson, Amy and Allison Asher; and granddaughter Jayna Carlson; sister Marilyn; brothers Jack (Kathy), Paul (Mary), David, and twin brother Dan (Eva); and many other loving relatives and friends. Joe is preceded in death by his parents Loran and Eloise (Opseth); in-laws Eugene (Babe) Kuchera and Lois (Partlow). Joe was a life-long member of Fgtn. Lutheran Church but his funeral will be hosted by ST. MICHAELS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 22120 Denmark Ave Fgtn, MN on Sat, Jan 15th at 11AM. Visitation will be held on Fri, Jan 14th 3-9PM at WHITE FUNERAL HOME, 901 3rd St. Fgtn., MN and one hour prior to Sat service.