Earl was my dad's first cousin.  I grew up in Philly so never met my dad's cousins until my husband, Tommie, and I moved to the DC area in 1989.  Earl and Barbara were the first of his siblings to visit us and I can still remember when they came to dinner and our rambunctious puppy decided to "taste" the clothes of this so-dapper gentleman by tugging on his pants leg.  We all got a laugh out of it but I was so embarrassed at the time. Truly was a gentle man.  And clearly loved his family so much.  The service was beautiful - thanks Buddy for sharing your memories.   I will miss him.  

Although I didn't know Mr. Ashton I know he was a great man. Listening to the stories that Monica would tell about him made me feel as if I knew him. To the family I wish you all the peace that the Lord will grant you and all the love that he has for you. Love Anthony

To Maria & Family:
It was a great pleasure and privilege for me to work with Trustee Ashton during my administration as President of Church Trustee Fellowship. He was a dedicated disciple of God and Chaired the Scholarship Committee. We worked together for many in the Fellowship in which I'm going to cherish the memories.
Mr. Ashton will be truly missed by those he touched. Thanks for the time the Family shared him with others.

God Blessings and Comfort,
Herbert Gilbert, Treasurer
Church Trustee Fellowship of Washing ton Metro Area

To Mother Ashton and family:
Hallmark  could not begin to express our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Mr Ashton, Sr, our beloved Brother and Trustee. He was a stalwart and unimpeachable leader of our Salem Baptist Church family, who’s steadfast inspiration and extraordinary encouragement guided us through many highs and lows along this life’s journey.  Mostly due to his gentle smile of affirmation yet firm endorsement that you were on the right path to pleasing God. As your hearts are broken as is ours, we’re convinced that the memories of his rich legacy will provide ample balm for all of us steadied by his unflinching examples of Christianity and solid manhood to be modeled forever. To our HBCU brother and sister, Dimitrius and Monica, we love you and will always be here for you and your entire family.  God bless all of the Ashton family.  
Ron and Lynda Wright & family🙏🏾 

A fond memory….when I was a little girl, Uncle Earl took me to the fireworks  show in DC one July 4th. We sat on the Capitol grass with ashes falling down on us. I am sending warmth and love to all my family. Hold fast to your wonderful memories of one of the greatest men of all times. To God be the glory that he was part of our lives. 
Ramona T.

Earl you, your mother, sisters and the rest of the family have my deepest condolences.  From what I saw Mr. Ashton was a wonderful man.  He and Mrs. Ashton raised you and your sisters the right way.  I know he will be missed.

I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Ashton at Elim Baptist Church in Augusta GA. Cheri had already shared with us how special he was to her and the entire family. After meeting him, I could see the love that he had not only for Cheri but for all of his family. May God grant to you all the strength to get through this time of great loss. Memories are precious and can be a great source of comfort. Praying with love for all of you.  


Barbara and family,  accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear one. I know Earl will be missed by all.  He was always nice to our family, the Jacksons/Humes.  I will always remember the good old days at Salem.

To Barbara and family, As you cherish the memories of your love one may you find comfort knowing that he had a well meaningful and honorable life. I have fond memories of him when I was very young . Cousin Earl would visit my grandparents in Deanwood(Uncle Joseph & Aunt Bessie) and it was always a fun time. May he rest in Paradise and light perpetual shine forevermore on all of the Ashton Family.

OBITUARY

Earl Linwood Ashton Sr.

February 19, 1932 – March 3, 2022

Fort Lincoln Funeral Home & Cemetery

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