"Sorry for the loss of your father and grandfather Dick will be remembered as one of the true craftsmen that lived in the Ottumwa area. I had Dick repair a rare car part, and the metal work was so good it was chromed afterward. Harry Pierson always looked up to Ash, and had 100s of great Dick Ash stories. Harry said Dick was 5X faster than a mud slinging modern body man. Pierson said Dick could pound dents out fast and perfect. I always looked forward to seeing Dick at car events, or around town. Its been a few years since I had visited with him, but will remember him forever. I need to look for some pictures of him and the crew, circa 1980-1985. Don from Davenport Ia"
In loving memory of
Richard Ross Ash
October 25, 1946 - November 13, 2017
Richard Ross Ash passed away on November 13, 2017 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines. There will be a Memorial Service on Saturday November 18, 2017 at 3 pm at the KD Center in Eldon Iowa.
Richard was born on October 25,1946 to William and Mildred Lane. He attended and graduated from Eldon High School. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed spending time building and painting cars and was a pro at gardening. He liked watching western movies and listening to country music especially Willie Nelson and David Allen Coe. He enjoyed spending his time with friend and was a proud Father and Grandfather.
Left to cherish his memory are his daughters Charity Mofett, Faith Furgeson, and Tabatha (Andrew) Brown, Stepdaughter Andrea (James) Fowler, Stepson Anthony (Amber) Ragen and 10 Grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his Parents, his life-long companion Lovey Ragen and two Grandsons, Nathan Gallagher and Justin Furgeson.
Celebrate Life Iowa has been entrusted with the care of Richard and his family.
Tributes
"Sorry for the loss of your father and grandfather Dick will be remembered as one of the true craftsmen that lived in the Ottumwa area. I had Dick repair a rare car part, and the metal work was so good it was chromed afterward. Harry Pierson always looked up to Ash, and had 100s of great Dick Ash stories. Harry said Dick was 5X faster than a mud slinging modern body man. Pierson said Dick could pound dents out fast and perfect. I always looked forward to seeing Dick at car events, or around town. Its been a few years since I had visited with him, but will remember him forever. I need to look for some pictures of him and the crew, circa 1980-1985. Don from Davenport Ia"
"Sorry for the loss of your father and grandfather Dick will be remembered as one of the true craftsmen that lived in the Ottumwa area. I had Dick repair a rare car part, and the metal work was so good it was chromed afterward. Harry Pierson always looked up to Ash, and had 100s of great Dick Ash stories. Harry said Dick was 5X faster than a mud slinging modern body man. Pierson said Dick could pound dents out fast and perfect. I always looked forward to seeing Dick at car events, or around town. Its been a few years since I had visited with him, but will remember him forever. I need to look for some pictures of him and the crew, circa 1980-1985. Don from Davenport Ia"
"May you rest in peace my friend you will be missed. To his family, I have you in my thoughts and prayers."
"My deepest condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. And I pray that the Father of tender mercies and God of all comfort continue with you to comfort and sustain you through this difficult time. (2 Corinthians 1:3-4)"
"I have known him for so many years. He's been a good friend. Prayers for the family May God give you comfort during this time."
"I am so very sorry to hear that we lost Dick. He was a dear friend even though I rarely saw him in recent years. They broke the mold when Dick was made. You are all in my prayers, and I salute his service to his country. Bonnie J. Eggers"