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Ashley, Scottie Hays

February 5, 1933 –
 October 5, 2020

Obituary

Scottie Hays Ashley went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 5, 2020.  Scottie, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and family member was born on February 5, 1933, in Hutchins, Texas.  Scottie, precious in the eyes of the Lord, married the love of his life, Evelyn Jane Fogleman Ashley on August 7, 1954, and they celebrated their 66th anniversary in 2020.  Scottie believed in the foundations of good education and Christianity;  and, he received his undergraduate degree at The University of Texas in 1955 and graduate degrees from Southern Methodist University in 1961 and 1965 and served as a deacon in First Baptist Church, Dallas.  Scottie is survived by his wife, Janie; daughters: Amy Ashley; Alice Ashley Van Kirk and husband Mark Van Kirk; Sally Ashley Davis and husband Charles Davis; and Sara Mesler and husband Quin. Scottie cherished his grandchildren and is survived by his grandsons: Blake Davis and Cash Mesler; and, granddaughters: Kennedy Bower and Rylie Davis; and, is reunited in Heaven with his daughter, Sheri Ashley, and granddaughter, Raegan Davis.  He is also survived by his sisters: Jo Byrd and husband Carl; Catherine Carter and husband Bob; Judy Clark and husband Ben; Susan Fields and husband Wayne; Debbie Ashley and Judy Ashley.  The family plans to honor Scottie at a 30-minute military and religious service at DFW National Cemetery 2000 Mountain Creek Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75211, on Friday, October 30, 2020 at 11:30am.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Missions at First Baptist Church in Dallas, Cornerstone Baptist Church in Dallas or the Raegan Davis Foundation @ Highland Park Presbyterian Church in Dallas.

    Joyce Fogleman
    19 Oct 2020
    4:00pm

    Even though I will not be with you in person, I will definitely be there with you in spirit. Uncle Scottie was always a pleasure to be around and I shall miss him very much, just as I do Reagan and Sheri.

    Mary Alice Osborne
    19 Oct 2020
    5:39pm

    So many fond memories of your sweet family at PPBC. My favorite memory of Scottie was when he was praying just after the youth returned from camp. In his prayer he asked God to forgive the lad who put the frog in Bro Bo’s tea. I loved his humor! Much love to Janie and the
    girls From Mary Alice and Jerry.

    Deborah Kelly
    19 Oct 2020
    8:37pm

    Wishing your family all my love and thoughts

    Bob Stamps
    20 Oct 2020
    11:36am

    A great guy and fine person. He will live on in our memories.

    Eugene H. Merrill
    20 Oct 2020
    4:00pm

    One of the godliest men I have ever known has gone to Heaven. We’ll miss you, Scottie, but the fruit of your life and ministry will follow you foreverx.
    Gene Merrill

    Jerry Keen
    20 Oct 2020
    8:44pm

    Janie, I was planning on coming to DFWNC but I completely understand.
    I remember you so well from Trinity Heights, and I REALLY remember working with Scottie at A&P Wynnewood during high school. He was always smiling.
    Love, Jerry Keen.
    PS. I don’t know if you ever knew but I lost my Ruth in 2014 to Alzheimer’s after 56 years of marriage. I will be praying for you and your family.

    Bernie &Pat Spoonet
    20 Oct 2020
    9:51pm

    Scotty and I met when my family moved from New Orleans the Irving and I ended up being in his School bday School class. He befriended me a in mediately, and his Sally and our daughter also became friends, Few people I have know made a greater Impression on me. …Janie and family Pat and I will be unable to attend the memorial service at the VA Cemetary, but eventually Pat and I also plan to be buried there as well…Finally, few Christians have consistently brought more effective influence in all of life than Scottie Ashley. He had the opportunity AND he graciously took a stand for. Christ and His gospel message.

    Larry. Jackie hanson
    21 Oct 2020
    12:23pm

    Scottie will be missed by everyone. We enjoyed his visits to our house for massages. He is at peace with the Lord. May memories warm the hearts of all who loved and know him. RIP Scottie.

    Barbara Crow
    21 Oct 2020
    2:44pm

    Mr. Ashley was a fixture in my years at PPBC. Always smiling, serving the Lord gladly. You will be missed down here.

    Bettye Reeves. Collins
    25 Oct 2020
    1:11pm

    Janie I often think of Scottie and the time we shared in the accounting office, I always considered Scottie to be a dear friend. A truly good person and family man who lived by the teaching of his faith.

    Gene and Lois Jameson
    29 Oct 2020
    5:01pm

    We loved seeing Scotties sweet smile in his balcony first row pew. What a nice greeting to start our worship time. We are so sad for your loss but his life made a Godly difference in so many lives. He will be missed.

    Alan Streett
    15 Nov 2020
    5:35am

    Scottie loved Jesus, evangelism, and those serving the poor. He was well educated, but down to earth and could relate to people on the margins. All who knew him will miss his gentle demeanor. Janie, we are heart broken over your loss.

    Kathy Folks
    15 Nov 2020
    11:05pm

    So sorry we missed Scottie’s final days here on earth. Leon and I were so blessed to meet and worship with Scottie and Janie on Sunday mornings. Such wonderful people, kind and special. How wonderful that he is in Heaven waiting for his family and the rest of us.

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