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Visitation: 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Nicholas Lee Ashley, age 49, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away Monday, January 1, 2024.
He was born October 12, 1974, in Flora, the son of Gregory E. and Catherine E. (Everman) Ashley. He was united in marriage to Miranda M. Worthey on November 13, 2004, at the First Church of God in Flora, and together they have shared 19 wedding anniversaries.
Nick will be remembered for his dedication and strong work ethic and how he treated his work crew like family. He enjoyed games like pool and cornhole and time spent reading and researching. Fond memories were made during trips to Florida and deep-sea fishing expeditions for tuna and redfin. Nick had a passion for collecting various items and buying things on online auctions, especially silver and jewelry. He also found satisfaction in repairing jewelry.
He is survived by his wife: Miranda Ashley of Xenia; mother: Cathy Dickerson of Flora; father: Greg Ashley of Xenia; children: Zane Worthey of Xenia, Olivia Kemp of Florida, Taylor Ashley (Andy Parish) of Clay City, Eli Ashley of Xenia, and Promise and Dakota Webb of Fairfield; a granddaughter: Isabelle Lee Parish; sister: Crystal Ashley (Troy Harrison) of Cleveland, Mississippi; sister-in-law: Lois (Colter) Liston; brother-in-law: John (Nikki) Worthey; nieces and nephews: Cyler Pride of Flora, Nicholas Harrison of Flora, Miranda Harrison of Flora, Kori Harrison (Misaac Scherer) of Flora, and Shayley Ashley (J.P. Parker) of Fairfield; mother-in-law: Candy Payne (Alan Wyatt); father-in-law: John (Lori) Worthey; aunts and uncles: Tricia Millikan, Donna Everman, Annette Faucett, Jeff Smith, Tina and Ronnie Abbott, Donna Everman, Jeff Smith, Judy and George Knackmus, Anita Lynch, Tina Gumbel, Bev Guinn, Connie and Gimo Zerrusen, Ginny Ashley, Robin and Carl Wattles, and Julie and Sparky Hurd.
He was preceded in death by his stepfather: Jim Dickerson; maternal grandparents: James and Bonnie Everman; paternal grandparents: Bob and June Ashley; uncles: John Faucett, Nelson Millikan, Bob Everman, Richard Everman, Roy Dickerson, and Roger Ashley; and aunts: Becky Everman and Mimi Smith.
A visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Memorial donations are suggested to the family for the benefit of his granddaughter, and these will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
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My condolences to the family 🙏
I am so very sorry to all of the family!! Love and Prayers!!!
Miranda we are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and the whole family at this time
I am so sorry to hear of Nicks passing. Prayers for the entire family.
We are so very sorry for all y’all’s loss! Nick was a great guy with a kind heart! Praying God wraps his loving arms around each of you for peace, comfort and healing! Love and prayers!❤️❤️
Miranda, Candy, and all family... I'm so sorry! One day at a time... there just aren't enough words for what your going thro.... my heart breaks for all of you... prayers sent dly for your family
sorry for you loss nick will be missed by many thats for sure was a good hard working man and allways doing something.was a very kind and giving heart and supported many loc groups .
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Miranda, Crystal and family.... I'm soo sorry for your loss! Nick was a heck of a guy and will be missed by many!!! You are all in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days as you say your final goodbyes!!
Words cannot convey how truly sorry I am for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
My thoughts are with Eli and his family in such a sad time.
I have fond memories of Nick. He was my cook at the Ranch Steak House, together we served the police force lunch of Flora and Louisville, 2 years in a row. We had alot of fun, and he will always be Nickey to me. He went to soon. Fly with the ANGELS Nickey, you'll be missed
I am sad to here of Nicks passing I've known him since he was 6 years old we hunted and fished a lot, him and his sister used to spend a lot of weekends at my house if I can do anything for the family don't hesitate to ask I will help on any way I can
My condolences and deepest sympathy to the family during this time.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Nick. We share many fond memories of growing up with him as kids. Prayers for Cathy and Crystal and especially his wife Miranda in this difficult time. God Bless.
Can't believe your gone boss honestly wish we could have sat down and talked one more time rest easy boss you will be missed
Miranda and family. Our hearts just break for you. Nick was a hard working man and loved his family very much, hold on to those memories. We are here for you.
Hello friends. I am so sorry to hear about Nick. He was always so nice to me. He will be greatly missed. You all have my sincere sympathy and friendship. With love, Dave Lewis
Rest in peace, dear friend!
Miranda, there are no words that we can express for what you and the family are going through. Continued prayers for you all for peace. Our deepest sympathy for the families loss. Nick was very kind to us and we will never forget that.
Thoughts and Prayers for his family . Nick was such an awesome person that will be missed by many .
Miranda, we were saddened to hear about Nicks passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours . (((HUGS))) and Prayers.
Greg, time passes but memories do not. We were so sad to hear of your loss of your son Nick. We have always considered you and those you love as part of our family. May God bless and keep you. If you would like to contact us please do so at 217- 347- 0826.
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