Mark Anthony Ash, age 43, of Shelby, died unexpectedly Thursday, January 17, 2008 at Med Central Shelby Hospital.
He was born July 6, 1964 in Mansfield. He was a cook at the Brickley Restaurant having worked there when it was Swig's, Reese's and the Bayou CafĂ© – a total of 15 years at that location. Prior to that, he worked for Jack Miller Plastering.
Mark is survived by his mother, Joyce A. (Malone) Ash; 4 sisters, Ruby Ash, Violet and Ed Kaufman , Evelyn and Dan Cattey and Vivian Ash all of Shelby. He was preceded in death by his father, Harrison T. Ash and by a sister, Lois Ballard.
Friends may call on Monday, January 21, 2008 from 5-8 PM at the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby, where funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 11:00 AM by Dr. Bruce Philippi. Pastor of Journey Life Center officiating. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery in Shelby.
On-line condolences may be made at
penwellfuneralhome.com/

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Family_of: Mark Ash
Your_Name: Debbie Ash Oakley
Condolence:
I am so sorry to here this, you are a strong family with so much love. You have been through so much. My heart goes out to all of you. Love Debbie
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Family_of: Mark Ash
Your_Name: Rev. S. T. and Betty Adkins
Condolence:
Amanda and the entire Ash Family.
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear family member. Hold on to your faith as a family and know that there will be a family reunion in the future in a better place. Keep the good memories that you have and God by your side.
To Amanda, we love you dearly.
Love and prayers to all of you.