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David Ashford Obituary

David Alan Ashford, born September 20, 1972 in Willows CA, passed away on July 20, 2011 in Sacramento, CA, from a long illness. David lived in Visalia until the age of 18. He attended Sundale Union School, Divisadero Middle School and Golden West High School. He was the son of Jerry Ashford, who preceded him in death, and Patty Ashford Goodin, both of Visalia. He is survived by one sister, Sheila Ashford of Visalia, and one brother, Thad Ashford of Visalia. In addition, he is survived by his grandmother, Emma Ashford, and grand-father James Miller along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins all of Visalia. There will be a memorial service held on Tuesday, August 2nd, at 11:00 at the Visalia Community Church of Christ, 3838 South Court Street. Burial will be private. Arrangements are under the direction of Scharer-Nightengale Funeral Chapel, in Sacramento, CA.

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Published by Visalia Times-Delta from Jul. 29 to Jul. 30, 2011.

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Amiee L Yelinek

February 5, 2026

We didn't keep in touch, but I am just as sad today to find out about your passing as I would have been in 2011.

Mom

August 9, 2011

David, you will always be loved and missed. We hope someday to see you again. All our love Mom, Larry, Thad and Sheila

MARISSA, ETHAN AND MCKENZIE DARBY

August 6, 2011

love and miss you uncle tweek, love you always from Moomoo, Worm and Kenzie Girl

Christy Rutherford

August 3, 2011

I wanted to give you a hug goodbye but now I will wait for one to say hello. From your Redneck Hillbilly. I love you.

Tami Postlewaite-Warner

August 3, 2011

Patty,
i'm so sorry to hear of David's passing. As i'm sure you've heard, i just lost my son 3 weeks ago as well. i know personally there are no words i can offer to make this easier. just know i will be praying for you, Sheila and Thad.

God bless you,

John Miller

August 3, 2011

It has been awhile since I saw you last. The pictures at the service reminded me of when you were jusy a little boy. You sure grew up into a handsome man. Now GOD will keep you safe and secure until we all meet again. I am sorry you had to go so soon. God bless you all in your time of sorrow.

joe mccarty

August 2, 2011

Shangri-La

Zina Taylor

August 2, 2011

Love you Grover...The short time I was able to spend with you truely touched my heart. We had many good times and lots of laughs. Good bye my friend...You are awesome! RIP David Forever in my Heart

melissa jackson

August 1, 2011

well my friend weve had good and bad times and i will miss you alot but carry you with me everyday.

LISA PETERSEN

August 1, 2011

I will miss and love you forever son. I know you are in a better place now and no longer in pain. God bless you

Dion Petersen

August 1, 2011

We love you David. you will be deeply missed all over. Swingggg

Trisha Bauer

August 1, 2011

I haven't seen David in a million years but when I did he was a good friend to me! I love ya brother rest in peace!

Stephanie Clauson

August 1, 2011

I love and miss you David!!

Colleen Richards

August 1, 2011

Love you Brother, RIP, love you always!

Trisha Spitt

August 1, 2011

I loved him he was and always be my big brother

Trish
Sacramento, Ca

LUANNE CAMP-CARDOZA

July 28, 2011

LOVE AND PRAYERS TO DAVID ALAN FAMILY .MAY JESUS KEEP HIS STRONG HANDS AROUND Y'ALL,, LOVE AND HUGS FROM A ASHFORD LONG TIME FRIENDS..

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