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James “Jim” Ashby

April 8, 1943 - May 29, 2020

visitation

Visitation
Kish Funeral Home
10000 Calumet Ave.
Munster, Indiana 46321
219-924-3333 |
Wednesday 6/3, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

cemetery

Cemetery
Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens
711 W. 77th Ave.
Schererville, Indiana 46375
219-322-4441 |
Wednesday 6/3, 1:30 pm

James “Jim” Ashby, 77 of Highland, IN passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Sharon; sons, Jim (Chao) Ashby and Bill (Carrie) Ashby; daughters, Debra Ashby and Kari (Mirko) Marich; grandchildren, Alex, Lauren, Michael, Max, Caitlin and Sam; brother, Doug (Sue) Ashby; sisters, Judy (late Mike) Patrick and Mary (late Bob) Ahlgrim; sister-in-law, Thelma (late Charles) Ruckhaber; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Chris and Emma Ashby.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Kish Funeral Home, 10000 Calumet Ave. Munster, IN. Interment will be a Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, Schererville, IN.

Jim was a member of Local 134 IBEW and St. Maria Goretti Church. He was an avid football and Little League coach in Gary and Hessville respectively, and was a Senior League umpire. In lieu of flowers, contributions to your local food pantry would be appreciated.

Visitation
Kish Funeral Home
10000 Calumet Ave.
Munster, Indiana 46321
219-924-3333 | Map
Wednesday 6/3, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cemetery
Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens
711 W. 77th Ave.
Schererville, Indiana 46375
219-322-4441 | Map
Wednesday 6/3, 1:30 pm

James “Jim” Ashby, 77 of Highland, IN passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Sharon; sons, Jim (Chao) Ashby and Bill (Carrie) Ashby; daughters, Debra Ashby and Kari (Mirko) Marich; grandchildren, Alex, Lauren, Michael, Max, Caitlin and Sam; brother, Doug (Sue) Ashby; sisters, Judy (late Mike)Continue Reading

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Kimm Maznaritz left a message on June 3, 2020:
Deb, My deepest condolences to you and your family on your dad's passing. I will keep you all in my prayers. Kimm Maznaritz (fka Bell)
sherran quinn left a message on June 3, 2020:
my deepest sympathy to the entire family. sherran Quinn (late dennis) prayers!!!!!
sherran quinn left a message on June 3, 2020:
my deepest sympathy to the entire family. sherran Quinn (late dennis) prayers!!!!!
Sara Eaton Hamilton left a message on June 2, 2020:
Jim, may you rest in the peace of Christ! My sympathy to Judy & all of Jim's family & friends. Prayers for all of you, especially tomorrow
Philip Waclawik left a message on June 2, 2020:
On behalf of the School of Industrial Engineering at Purdue University, I would like to express my sincere condolences to the Ashby family at this time of great sorrow. I, too, am the son of an IBEW electrician from Local 134 and have the deepest respect and admiration for the long life of dedication and hard work that Mr. Ashby has just completed. May he rest in peace. Sincerely, Philip Waclawik
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Andrea Shimko Klingenmeyer left a message on May 31, 2020:
With deepest sympathy from another Horace Mann '61 classmate. Judy, may you find comfort knowing others share your sadness and care. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, dear friend. May God's love give you strength and peace always. Love and hugs, Andrea
Marsha (Schoenfelt) Bryant left a message on May 31, 2020:
The Schoenfelt family—-Herb, Marsha, Charlene, Suzanne, and Ed send our sincere sympathy for the Ashby family. We all pray God’s graces will make your unique grief journeys a little lighter. Families and friends go back a long way. Love and prayers to all of you. ?????
Sandra Sherman left a message on May 31, 2020:
Part of our beloved HM family, along with his twin sister, Judy, and the rest of their family. I was truly sorry to hear about his passing. Much love, Sandi
Karen Baker Bloustine left a message on May 31, 2020:
So sorry to hear that our Horace Mann ‘61 classmate Jim has passed away.
Alfonso Gonzalez left a message on May 31, 2020:
MY sincerest condolences to the family of Jim Ashby. He was n all around nice person and a fun guy. An unforgettable classmate. May he rest in peace.
Kish Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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