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Richard Ashburn Obituary
Jan 10, 1949 - Jun 7, 2024
Akron
We bid earthly farewell to Richard Ashburn Jr., 75, who departed from this world Friday, June 7, 2024.
Richard was born Jan. 10, 1949, Monrovia, Liberia, to the Rev. Richard R. Ashburn Sr. and Eugene Holmes. After a brief time in Africa, Richard and his family returned to Sandusky, where he was raised as the oldest sibling of the first family of Second Baptist Church. He graduated from Sandusky High School and attended The Ohio State University, where he graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Education and was also a member of Kappa Alfa Psi Fraternity. He obtained a Master's Degree in School Counseling from University of Akron. His 30-year professional career was dedicated to teaching elementary school-age children while never missing a day of work.
His first marriage was to Vivian Diane Patterson and together, they had two sons, Aaron Cedric and Joseph Elliott. After Vivian's death, Richard remarried to his current wife, Lisa Kaplan Ashburn, and gained a beautiful stepdaughter, Alexandra Kaplan.
His passion for education, sports, reading, self-improvement, fashion, sweets of all kinds, fast cars, and his unwavering spirit will forever be remembered.
He is survived by his wife, Lisa; daughter, Alexandra; sons, Aaron (Courtney) and Joseph (Tiffany); grandchildren, Keira, Olivia, Aaron Jr., and Spencer; sister, Jennifer; brothers, Jacob (Patricia), James Ronald, and Alfred; cousin, Carolyn; and many other family members and friends who will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest.
Richard will always be a pillar of strength and a beacon of love. His absence leaves a void in our hearts. A special thanks to Summa Hospice at Barberton Citizens Hospital and all the family who provided unwavering support and care for Richard during his final days.
To commemorate his remarkable life and the memories we cherish, Richard's celebration of life will be 12:15 p.m. Monday, June 17, 2024, at Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Road, Akron, Ohio, 44333. Visitation will be 10 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Monday. We welcome all who knew him to join us in celebrating the life of a man who was loved deeply and will be truly missed.
To share a memory, send a condolence, or light a candle, visit the tribute wall at www.billowfuneralhomes.com (Billow Fairlawn Chapel).
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Joyce Manley
August 2, 2024
So sorry to hear of your loss.Sending my heartfelt sympathy to the families.Lisa you Joe and the family will be in my prayers. May you find comfort in your memories.
The Staff of Billow Funeral Homes
June 14, 2024
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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