Willa Bess Ashcraft Obituary

Willa Bess Ashcraft in Fort Smith, Arkansas passed away on September 1, 2026. Willa, born on February 13, 1928, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Willa will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Willa will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Willa’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Bessie Baker McClain and William Richard McClain; her husband Thomas Lee Ashcraft; and her grandson Charles Baker Ashcraft. She is survived by: her children, Ginger Terry of Fort Smith, Dr. Cynthia Ashcraft of Fort Smith and Dr. Richard Henry Ashcraft of San Antonio. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren.