Sympathy Notice: Robert E. Ash

Posted: June 23 2021 at 01:26 PM

Rev. Robert E. Ash, a retired clergy member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on May 5, 2021, at age 86. During his ministry in Northern Illinois Conference, he served Sheridan, Millington (Fox Valley Parish), Fox Valley Older Adult Service, Itasca: Bethany, DeKalb Area Retirement Center (Administrator), and Wesley Willows (Executive Director).

Memorial services have already been held.

Messages of condolences may be sent to his wife and family:

Mrs. Sharon R. Ash
2837 Embury Drive
Rockford, IL 61103

Memorials may be given to Wesley Willows Rockford, Illinois or Upper Iowa University, Fayette, Iowa.

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