James Walter Ashcraft Jr. Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate James Walter Ashcraft Jr. of Lockport, New York, whose life came to an end on October 31, 2025 at the age of 81, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Ashcraft and Bertha Ashcraft (Schisa); and his sister Jane. He is survived by: his wife Mary J. (McConnaghy); his sister Elaine Rowland (Jay); his daughters, Denise Nagle (Gerry) and Rebecca McWilliams (Charles Loiacano); his grandchildren, Isabella Stuckey (Dylan), Hannah McWilliams Lily Nagle (Matthew Babis, Sr.) and Colin McWilliams; and his great grandchildren, Zylah and Matthew Babis Jr.. He is also survived by sisters and brothers in-law, nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 6th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home (242 Genesee St, Lockport, NY 14094). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, November 7th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. John the Baptist RC Church (168 Chestnut St, Lockport, NY 14094).
In lieu of flowers, friends can make a donation to the charity of their choice in memory of Jim.
