of Marianna, AR
December 16, 1928 - November 8, 2020
Virginia M. Ashley, 91, of Marianna, Arkansas passed away Sunday, November 8, 2020. She was born Sunday, December 16, 1928 to B.H. Vowan and Dola Nixon Vowan in Marianna, Arkansas.
She is survived by one daughter, Linda Trusty, of Tomball, Texas, four grandchildren, Lee Trusty (Robyn), Annmarie Varona (Damian), Jake Ashley (Megan), Jennifer Ashley, five great-granddaughters, two great-grandsons, one sister, Dolorese Blackwell, of Union, South Carolina, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, and two special caregivers, Bill Vowan and Ms. Erma.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, T.J. Ashley, one son, John Curtis Ashley, and three brothers, Ben, Carl and Robert Vowan.
Services will be held Friday, November 13, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. at First Baptist Church in Marianna, Arkansas. Visitation will be held Thursday, November 12, 2020 from 6:00-8:00 P.M. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in Marianna, Arkansas. Burial will follow services at Marianna Memorial Park. Family and friends may view and sign online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/Marianna
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10 Condolence(s)
Jason Holland
Sunday, November 15, 2020
I have many memories of Mrs. Virginia playing the organ in church as well as memories of the friendship between her and my grandmother. She will be missed.
john rose
Friday, November 13, 2020
I have great memories of Mrs. Virginia growing up on the Station. Rides to school when it was too cold to wait on the bus. Visiting in her home and having snacks. My Daddy loved to hear her play the piano. All are good memories no sad ones. She was an icon. Love to Linda and Jake.
Nada and Vince DeSalvo
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
May Virginia go to strength to strength in God's tender care. Virginia was always sweet to everyone.
Mike Catlett
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Ms. Virginia was just a sweetheart. She , Mr. T J and family were part of the great memories I had growing up on the Cotton Branch Experiment Station. I dropped by and visited with her 3 years ago and it was as though time had stood still 60 years. Ms. Virginia was a Christian lady and I was influenced by her as a child. My best to you Linda and your extended family.
Kindest personal regards. Love, Mike
Sonny and Janis Leake
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Linda, we are so sorry for the loss of your mom. She was a dear friend of ours, just as you are also. just remember that God is in control..
Joanne Webb
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Dear Family,
So sorry for your loss. We have many fond memories of Ms. Virginia. I loved it when she played the organ at church. Nobody, and I sincerely mean nobody, could play the organ like Ms. Virginia. She was the best ever.
Alyce Hardee
Monday, November 9, 2020
I am so so sorry. I just saw this. We were friends on FB and I knew her for years from church when I was growing up. Sending prayers your way. She was a wonderful lady.
mike spath
Monday, November 9, 2020
Mrs. Virginia was a very wonderful lady whom I loved to hear her play the organ in church. She was a great lady and neighbor and will be missed. May she be with her loved ones in heaven.
Martha Duke Manley
Monday, November 9, 2020
We grew up as next door neighbors with Virginia’s parent and her maternal grandfather. So we spent good times with all of them, Benny,Carl,Bobby, Virginia and Delories. And there was a special friendship between Virginia and our sister, Peggy. Virginia was love by so many of us. We will surely miss her. Much love and thoughts toward her family.
Traci Beene
Monday, November 9, 2020
Ms. Virginia was a wonderful woman and asset to our community. She will be missed. My condolences and prayers to the family.