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Obituary For James Ashley, Sr.
OPELOUSAS – A viewing service will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at Ford and Joseph Funeral Home in Opelousas, LA for Mr. James “ZZ” Ashley, Sr., 77, who entered eternal rest on Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at Opelousas General Health System in Opelousas, LA. Interment will be in Garden of Memory Cemetery in Opelousas, LA. Mr. Ashley’s memories are being cherished by: five sons, James Ashley, Jr. (Elaine) of New Iberia, LA, Kenneth Ashley (Ann) of Galveston, TX, Ronald Ashley, Joshua Ashley (Shanone) and Jeremiah Ashley (Starla), all of Opelousas, LA; two daughters, Lisa Ann Orville (Kenneth) of Plaisance, LA and Jackaline Manuel (Darrell) of Opelousas, LA; one brother, Joseph Ashley (Lucille) of Lawtell, LA; twenty-four grandchildren; twenty-five great-grandchildren; one great great grandchild; two special friends, Lambress “Winky” Joubert and Ted Green, both of Opelousas, LA; four step sons, Anthony Veal (Amanda) of Opelousas, LA, Lonnie Veal (Javon) of Washington, LA and Byron Veal and Kevin Veal, both of LeCompte, LA; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by: his parents, Ivory and Louella Bryant Ashley; one brother, West Ashley; three sisters, Bertha Henry, Virginia Henry and Willie Mae Savoy; and two grandchildren, Christopher Ashley and Melody Ashley. Words of condolences may be expressed at fordandjosephfh.com. Ford and Joseph Funeral Home, 907 N. Market St., Opelousas, LA, (337) 942-6750, is in charge of arrangements.
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Add A CondolenceDad I can't believe u r gone. I miss u so much.your daughter Mona Lisa / Lassie
Condolences to the Ashley family. My sincere heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you. Our Heavenly Father is near you doing this time of sorrow. Continue to draw close to our Heavenly Father through prayers and He will provide comfort for you. ZZ was a very kind, well rounded individual. His presence will truly be missed but joyful memories of ZZ will last forever. Johnny (Cush)Antoine
Wish I had the chance to say good bye face to face and tell you that I love you just like a father, but I think you knew that. You were a simple man. It didn't take a lot to please you just having your family around you was enough. I'll always remember your famous words "I gave you my best son"...we never finished that conversation. Your death saddens me but I have years of happy memories to remember you by. It has been a pleasure being a part of your life and thank you for all that you did for us. Your presence will be missed but you will remain in my heart forever. Your Annabelle
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