Edward Vandal Ashley, 87, of Raytown MO died February 2 2016. Funeral at 1:30PM on Friday, Feb. 5, with visitation at 12:30PM at Floral Hills Funeral Home. Burial at Johnson County Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association. “Van” Ashley, son of Edward L. and Ona B. Ashley, loving husband of Marjory Elizabeth Ashley for 63 years, passed away at his home in Raytown after a short battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife Marjory, sons Steven and Robert and grandchildren Aaron, Rachel, Jacob and Rebecca. He served in the Navy during the Korean War on the Valley Forge. He worked as a salesman for Manor Bakery, Kansas City Life, and Hartz Mountain. After retirement he delivered flowers for Rose Lawn florists. He was a member of Lee’s Summit Christian Church. He loved fishing, boating and playing with his grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Arr.: Newcomer's Floral Hills, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., KCMO 64133 (816) 353-1218.
