James “Larry” Ashcraft

September 21, 2014

James “Larry” Ashcraft 72, of Bratt, went home to be with the Lord on September 19, 2014 in Tallahassee. He was born in Atmore on June 20, 1942, but was raised in Pensacola. He resided in Bratt for over 30 years. He was preceded in death by his two sons, James Robert “Robby” Ashcraft and Aubrey Nicholas “Nick” Ashcraft; his parents, Rev. Aubrey H. and Agnes V. Wiggins Ashcraft; and one brother, Aubrey Kenneth Ashcraft. Larry retired from OSHA. He loved and promoted southern gospel music. He sang lead and harmony with the Samaritans and The Gospel Melody Quartet for years. He also wrote several gospel songs. He was well known for his warm and friendly personality.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years Christine Hawthorne Ashcraft; daughter, Kay (Brad) Cook; five grandchildren, John Wesley Cook, Travis Ashcraft, James Randall Ashcraft, Felicia Ashcraft and Misty Ashcraft Hamilton; sister, Jean Knowles; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Monday, September 22, 2014, at 2 p.m. from the Shiloh Freewill Baptist Church in Bratt with Rev. J.T. Guyton and Rev. Ken Johnson officiating.

Burial will follow in Godwin Cemetery in Bratt.

Pallbearers will be Terry Knowles, Rusty Knowles, Kenny Ashcraft, Kevin Ashcraft, David Wilson and Johnny Hawthorne.

Visitation will be held Monday, September 22, 2014, from 12:30 p.m. until service time at the Shiloh Freewill Baptist Church.

Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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  1. Candy on September 22nd, 2014 7:40 pm

    Christine and Kay,
    Please let us know if there is anything that we can do for you.
    I loved being around Larry-he always kept me laughing! He was so crazy and fun to be around, I will miss him. But, we know he is in a better place now.
    Love you all!

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