James Ashley Obituary

The memory of James Ashley (Salida, Colorado), who passed away on October 1, 2025 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Ashley to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Ashley and Genevieve Ashley; his brother Jack Ashley; his daughter Wendy Ashley; and his son-in-law Larry Walrod.

He is survived by: his wife Joyce (Plewes); his children, Tim Ashley (Tami), Wanda Walrod and Tom Ashley (Keri); his sister Margaret Graves; his siblings-in-law, Charley Plewes, Gary Plewes (Gloria) and Pam Eggleston (Micah); and his grandchildren, Kirsten (John), Amy (Kevin), Lauren (Amar), Courtney (Matt), Brianna, Austin (Destanie), Alyssa, Trevor and Chase. He is also survived by eight great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews.