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Obituary For Catherine Chavious Ascott
“Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies.” – Proverbs 31:10
Catherine C. Ascott was born on August 30, 1946, in Hillsborough, North Carolina, to the late Mozelle Chavious. She passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025, at Duke Medical Pavilion in Durham, North Carolina.
Catherine was blessed with her only biological child, Ashley, as well as two bonus daughters, Heather and Devora. At an early age, Catherine joined Mount Bright Baptist Church in Hillsborough, NC. Later in life, after moving to Durham, she became a member of First Calvary Baptist Church in Durham, NC.
She was educated in the Orange County School System and attended Central High School in Hillsborough, NC. She proudly belonged to the Class of 1964, staying connected with her classmates and attending the 60th reunion in December 2024.
Catherine attended North Carolina College at Durham, now known as North Carolina Central University, where she enjoyed college life and built lifelong friendships. After earning her B.S. degree in Business Education in 1968, she began her teaching career in the fall of 1970 at Rogers Herr Middle School, where she taught until her retirement in 2002.
Catherine formed close bonds with many of her students and was deeply dedicated to their education, often going beyond her duties as a teacher. Despite holding a teaching certificate, she regularly attended conferences, workshops, and seminars to enhance her professional skills further.
Throughout her life, Catherine was a well-rounded person—active in her sorority, learning to sew, craft ceramics, garden, and even decorate cakes and cookies. She was always generous, sharing her baked goods with everyone who visited or crossed her path. She also started a baking business called Sweet Magnolia, selling her cakes and cookies at local stores and coffee shops.
Catherine was a caring daughter, cousin, neighbor, friend, and highly social person. She shared her wisdom, advice, knowledge, and experiences freely, especially with younger generations. She loved many things, particularly mentoring and talking about her youngest grandchildren, “Catie” and “Isaiah."
There are not enough words to describe “Cat”: Caring, Attentive, Truthful. Catherine was preceded in death by her mother, Mozelle Chavious; her sister, Helen L. Chavious; and her bonus daughter, Devora Black. She leaves behind a legacy of love and caring for her daughter, Ashley (John); her beloved grandchildren, Catie Ahlers and Isaiah Ahlers; and her other daughter, Heather A. King (Stanley) of Clemons, NC. She also leaves her grandchildren, Barrington Transou (Deja) of Dallas, Texas; Karsyn King and Braxton King of Clemons, North Carolina; and her great-grandson, Syre Transou of Dallas, Texas.
Her family includes William (Billy) H. Chavious, Jr., of Hillsborough, NC; Martha Laverne Daniels (Ira) of Elgin, SC; Nathaniel Chavious of Raleigh, NC; Marilyn F. Moffitt (Ellis) of Raleigh, NC; Martin R. Chavious (Gerald) of Chapel Hill, NC; and Lisa A. Stokes (Dwayne) of Snow Camp, NC. She also leaves a devoted cousin, Alice M. Walker; a special cousin, Barbara T. Prear; her goddaughter, Hope Boykin; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.
A celebration of life will be held Friday, June 27th at First Calvary Baptist Church, 1311 Morehead Ave, Durham, NC 27707. 11:00 a.m. - Ivy Beyond the Wall Ceremony, 11:30am - Visitation, 12:00pm - Service.
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Beth Briggs planted 5 trees in memory of Catherine Chavious Ascott . - June 26, 2025
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Cat will always be remembered and missed by our family. She was a beautiful person with a very kind heart. We shared many wonderful times with Cat. We will miss your beautiful smile and great sense of humor. She has been a special person in our lives for more than 65 years. Our children Mesey and Jay loved and adored her for her many kind acts. We will miss her. She is in Heaven with her family. Cat may your heavenly loving self enjoy internal rest. Sincerely The Pilgrim
We're sending our sincere condolences and prayers to the Ascott Family.
Our former neighbor and friend is always a beacon of light for so many. May she Rest In Peace 🕊️💚🙏🏾
Respectfully,
Maxine and The David's
Condolences to the family and may continue to comfort you.
I was so saddened to hear of my Friend's passing. I called her close to two months ago and we chatted just like old times. We'd known each other probably from kindergarten:) She was such a ray of sunshine!
I will miss her!
We are so sorry about your beautiful mother and are keeping you in pur prayers 🙏 ❤️
Ashley and Family🌹Thank you God for the opportunity of knowing one of your servants. Catherine wasn't looking to be noticed, but always putting the spotlight on others, teaching, listening, praying and caring for others. But you Oh God, shined the light on her because of how she lived her life for You! For All The Wonderful Things Catherine Has Done We Praise Your Name Oh Lord For Having Known A Good And Faithful Servant.🙌🏽 Mary Joyner Jones and Family
My condolences to the family of the loss of their loved one and my classmate. Prayers for the family.
To: Ashley and the extended Chavious family We are saddened to hear about the passing of our dear friend and 1964 classmate, "Cat". We will always cherish our phone calls and the times we had the opportunity to visit. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. Constantly embrace the memories "Cat" left behind. With sympathy and love, Charles (1964 classmate) and Cora Scurlock, Round Rock, Texas
My condolences to the family 🙏🏾🙏🏾
To Ashley and Catherine's entire family, I expressed my sincere condolences on the loss of your mom. It is my prayer that you hold onto the fond memories you shared and smile when thinking of your mom❤️🙏🏽🌹
To the family of Catherine Ascott: My family and I extends to you our deepest sympathies.May the memories of Catherine's many talents comfort you and help you find peace.Your family is surrounded by the love of many...Dwight Womble and Family
Such a beautiful soul and was always such a pleasure to be around. Extending my sincerest condolences to the family!!🙏🏽🕊
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