Carol L. Ashman, age 84, of Portland passed away peacefully at her residence on Friday July 25, 2025. She was born in Portland on January 10, 1941 the daughter of Walter Ray and Letha Mae (Wells) Heiby. She was married on July 1, 1961 to Wilbur “Dale” Ashman and he passed away on April 9, 2004. Carol was a Fort Recovery High School graduate and worked for Marsh Supermarkets in the deli and bakery. She enjoyed spending time with her family.
Surviving is one son Rod Ashman (wife Julia) of Celina, Ohio, two daughters Rhonda Grayson (husband Kevin) of Geneva and Renee Schlechty (husband Randy) of Portland, Six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a grandson Brandon Grayson.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday July 30th at 2:00 PM in the Baird-Freeman Funeral Home with Pastor Darrell Borders presiding. Burial will follow in the Green Park Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 12;00 – 2:00 PM. Memorials can be made to the Jay County Humane Society or Jay County Cancer Society.
Online condolences at www.bairdfreeman.com
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