Dennis B. Ash Obituary (1959 - 2020)

After an eight-year courageous battle, Dennis B. Ash passed away peacefully with his family by his side Friday, January 10, 2020 at Carle Hospital. Dennis was born October 16, 1959 at Beardstown, Illinois to Judith Wiley Ash and Leon H. Ash. He attended Farmer City/ Mansfield Schools and graduated from Parkland College with a degree in construction technology. He married Michele Huff on June 14, 1986 in Farmer City. He is survived by his parents of Mansfield, wife Michele of Mansfield, and three children, Bradley Ash (Lindsey), Brian Ash (Paige) of Farmer City, and Bethany Ash of Normal. Also, brothers Gary Ash (Mindy) and Michael Ash (Jess) of Mansfield, nephew Kevin Ash (Kaza) of Farmer City, niece Kimberly (Pete) of Colorado, mother-in-law Carolee Perring (Rolan), father-in-law Cecil (Kathy) of Farmer City, sister-in-law Roxanne Neef (Dick) of Mansfield, and bonus sister-in-law Krista Voyles (Rich) of Farmer City, and grandchildren Jurnee, Kole, Rylee. Together, along with their family, Dennis and Michele owned and operated Galesville Elevator at Lotus for 34 years. Dennis and Michele enjoyed many yearly vacations traveling over the United States. He was a model train enthusiast and loved riding his motorcycle. He was also a Civil War reenactor and fought many battles, the most memorable being several Gettysburg anniversaries. Dennis was a member of the Centerville United Methodist Church. The family would like to thank Carle Cancer Center and Barnes Jewish Hospital for their passionate care. The burial will be private with his immediate family. There will be a celebration of life at Dennis's favorite outdoor venue in the springtime with friends and family. Memorial contributions can be made to the Centerville United Methodist Church.