Richard Harold Ashmore's Obituary
Big Rapids - Richard Harold Ashmore, age 86, of Big Rapids, passed away peacefully, attended by his son Richard II on Sunday April 5, 2015. He was born on June 30, 1928 in Leelenau County, Michigan, the son of Robert and Lenore (Holden) Ashmore. Richard was a devoted husband to Allison Nadine Ashmore for 65 years. Allison preceded him in death in January of this year. He was a caring father of Richard II of Big Rapids and Barbara Ashmore of Tennessee. He was a loving grandfather of Hannah Ashmore. Also surviving is one sister, Susan Mc Manus of the Traverse City area. Richard was preceded in death by his parents and several brothers and sisters. He was a hospice volunteer at Metron Nursing Home for over 10 years. The Pioneer covered his and Allison's service in a feature article a few years back. Richard was a wonderful friend to all, forgiving and loving. His favorite saying was "Let go and Let God." He did not pass alone and is now with all his family and his one true love. Visitation will be Tuesday April 7, 2015 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids. Private interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery in Grand Rapids on Wednesday.
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