Mr. Theodore Roosevelt Ashford Jr., 71, of Durham, North Carolina, was born on March 1, 1955, and departed this life on Thursday, October 8, 2026.

Born to the late Roosevelt and Naomi Ashford, Theodore graduated from Durham High School in 1973 and continued his education at East Carolina University. A gifted athlete, he enjoyed basketball, football, singing, and music. He faithfully served Duke University for 32 years in various roles throughout its systems.

Theodore cherished his family and found great joy in life's simple pleasures, especially watching cooking shows and gathering around the dinner table with loved ones. These moments brought him tremendous happiness and reflected his deep love for family.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Pearlie Daye, Maxine Thorpe, and Lynette Ashford Brandon.

He leaves to cherish his precious memory his loving wife, Vanessa J. Ashford; daughters, LaToya R. Ashford and Bishop Dr. Nashanda Justice; sister, Bettie Allen; brother, Marshall Ashford (Linda); brothers-in-love, Curtis E. Justice and Emanuel Justice; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

Theodore will be lovingly remembered for his devotion to family, his faithful years of service, the relationships he treasured, and the countless memories he created with those blessed to know and love him. His legacy of love will continue to live in the hearts of all who knew him.

Funeral Service:
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Visitation 11:00 AM
Funeral 12:00 PM

Location: Kingdom Community International | 10855 Quail Roost Rd | Bahama, NC 27503

Interment: Private Family Committal

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