He received a sixth-grade education where he attended school at New Light Community in Monticello, AR. He served in the capacity as president of the Singing Union #3 until his demise for over 44 years. He also served as one of the directors for the Southeast District Music Convention and he served in this capacity until his demise. He was a deacon at Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, faithful Sunday School member and prayer warrior.
He was a laborer and worked at Potlatch in Warren, AR, for 16 years. He later worked at Charm Thred Spinning Plant and worked there until he retired in 1986.
During his retirement, Mr. Ashford served as a Foster Grandparent in the Crossett School District in Crossett, AR, for over 18 years. He enjoyed coaching baseball, hunting and fishing.
He leaves to cherish his memories: his wife of 60 years, Mae Ashford; a son, Rev. Marvin (Felicia) Ashford of McGehee, AR; a daughter, Jo Martin-Gentry of Monticello, AR; a daughter, Gayle Burks (Terrance) Logansville, GA, a son, Joseph Ashford, of Monticello, AR; six grandchildren and five great grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, February 16, 2020 at Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Union Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements by Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(9)
Paula Ambrose Thompson
Mount Juliet, TN Sunday, April 5, 2020 Joella,Wishing you and your family members, our most sincere condolences; on the passing of your father.
When I was a child, I can still remember hearing his wonderful voice, when he would sing at the 5th Sunday "Singing Unions." His voice can now be heard in the "Angelic" chorus.
Sandra Harding
Lawrenceville, GA Sunday, February 16, 2020 Praying for the Family.Alesia
Detroit, MI Friday, February 14, 2020 Please accept our deepest sympathy!!!From your niece, Alesia, and sisters-in-law Liz Rawls
Trilisa Marshall
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 12, 2020 To the Ashford Family truly so sorry for your loss and you all have my love, prayers,and condolences. And my God wrap his loving arms around you all give you comfort and strength.Love
Trilisa Marshall
& Family
Sandra Witherspoon
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 12, 2020 May You Rest In Peace. Love, Sandra WitherspoonBetty Ollison
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 12, 2020 To the Ashford Family. My Deepest condolences to your Family. Mr Maurice was a very nice person and will be sadly missed.Betty Ollison And Family
Gayle Burks
Buford, GA Wednesday, February 12, 2020 You were loved and i will always have you in my heart. Rest in eternal peace. Forever your baby girl - GaylePharris Hodge III
Waxahachie, TX Wednesday, February 12, 2020 My prayers go out to your family. Our earthly loss is God’s heavenly gain. Have peace knowing that you now have your own personal Angel watching over you. I send my love to the family.Melanie Rawls
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 11, 2020 Earth has no sorrow that God cannot heal