Charles Vernon Ashby, 87, Hartford, Ky., passed away peacefully at his home on Jan. 2, 2015. He was born to the late Gordon and Annie Ashby in Vandetta, Ky., on April 16, 1927.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during World War II. Charles retired from Peabody Coal Company’s Homestead Mine and was a member of Hartford Baptist Church.
Charles was a devoted father and husband who during his years of retirement enjoyed restoring antique tractors, fishing and spending time with his family, friends and pets. He will be remembered for his devotion to his country, his desire to help others, his love of life and a warm caring smile.
He was preceded in death by a son, Randall Vernon Ashby, and grandson, Kristopher Kiah Ashby.
He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Betty Collins Ashby; his children, Doug (Mindy) Ashby, of Jacksonville, Fla., Kevin (Shannon) Ashby, of Beda, Terri Ashby, of Owensboro, Amanda (Brian) Nabours, of Hartford, Keith (Jennifer) Hurt, of Hartford, Sam Hurt, of Hartford, and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A Memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 5, at Hartford Baptist Church with Brother Ed Mitchell officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the church. Bevil Bros. Funeral Home in Beaver Dam is in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences may be made at: bevilbrosfuneralhomes.com.
