of Marion, AR
May 19, 1943 - March 23, 2022
Diane Chandler Ashburn of Marion, Arkansas, passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at her home after a brief illness.
Diane was retired from ALSAC St. Jude and of the Baptist faith. Diane also had a love for sports; she loved watching Memphis basketball; and she played softball for a number of years. She was an influential youth leader in the Wilson community for many years. Most of all, Diane enjoyed spending time with her daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Diane was born May 19, 1943, in Dyess, Arkansas, to Curtis and Ruth Chandler.
She is survived by her husband, Greg Ashburn; three daughters, Suzanne (Danny) Nichols, Rhonda Ralph, Jennifer (Kyle) Griffin; two granddaughters, Shelbie (Chris) Jackson, Katelin Smith; two grandsons, Cort (Alissa) Griffin, Chandler Signor; two stepsons, Corey (Sarah) Ashburn, Andy (Andrea) Ashburn; two brothers, Randy (Sissy) Chandler and Kelly (Pat) Chandler; two sisters-in-law, Shelby Chandler and Tricia Chandler; and a number of nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Jackie Chandler and Gary Chandler, and sisters Janette Chandler Davis and Bud Jo Heeb.
Visitation will be held at Cornerstone Baptist in West Memphis, AR, on Saturday, March 26, 2022, from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. A memorial service will follow at 12:00 pm with Pastors Billy Oyer and Tommy Stacy officiating with a graveside service to follow. The family asks that any memorials be made to St. Jude.
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27 Condolence(s)
Larry and Diane Deal
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Suzanne, Rhonda and Jennifer- Diane was so special . I was shocked when I first heard the news and am so sorry I could not attend her memorial service . Everyone loved Diane . Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you . 🙏❤️
Ron Wamble
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Greg we are so sorry for your loss, Praying for comfort for you and the family.
D’Andre Jones
Monday, March 28, 2022
Diane was one of the kindest women I have ever known. She will be truly missed by all. Prayers for the family.
Jeannette Bennett
Sunday, March 27, 2022
Diane's kindness and smile will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss and send sincere sympathy in this time of grief.
Jewell Voliva
Sunday, March 27, 2022
Greg , Jack and i always thought so much of you and Diane. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for you. Jewell Voliva
I Jennie Erle Smith
Sunday, March 27, 2022
Greg, so sorry for your loss. Diane was a great person. I know you will miss her terribly. Your memories will get you through. Keeping you in my prayers.
Robert Berry
Saturday, March 26, 2022
Suzanne/Rhonda/Jennifer - Sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She is an exceptional lady and role model for anyone that knew her. Many of my fondest memories involve growing up in Wilson and your family. You are in my prayers and I wish you the best during this hard time.
God Bless You
Robert B.
Jennifer Spence
Saturday, March 26, 2022
Diane was a wonderful person who was loved by many. Lots of love and prayers for the family.
Michelle Pirani
Saturday, March 26, 2022
Greg,
Praying God will bless you and your family with comfort & peace.
Michelle
Jo Zachary
Saturday, March 26, 2022
Greg and Family,
So sorry for your loss, keeping everyone in my prayers.
Joy Brown
Saturday, March 26, 2022
Prayers for the family may GOD give you all comfort peace and strength. Fly High ANGEL
Brittany Pracket
Friday, March 25, 2022
May God Bless You all and bring comfort and peace to you during this time
Annie Aguilar Liddell
Friday, March 25, 2022
My sincere condolences to you all. Ms Diane was a beautiful person inside and out. My prayers are with you all.
Vanessa Davis
Friday, March 25, 2022
Praying🙏🏽for healing and strength doing this difficult time…love you all
Vanessa Davis❤️
Bill and Fran McAnally
Friday, March 25, 2022
Greg,
We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and the rest of the family.
Bill and Fran McAnally
Nikki LaComb
Friday, March 25, 2022
Praying for everyone. Ms. Diane was a very sweet soul. Suzanne, you and your sisters are in our prayers.
Jerry and Joyce Kelso
Friday, March 25, 2022
Greg, we can't imagine the feelings you have now or the pain you are experiencing. We are praying for you. Diane was a wonderful friend and she and I shared many stories about our grandchildren.
Walt and Jennifer Adams
Friday, March 25, 2022
Greg, we are saddened to hear of Diane's passing. She was such a sweet lady and I know you will miss her greatly. You are in our prayers.
Love to you and your family,
Jennifer and Walt
Shelly (Deal) Glenn
Friday, March 25, 2022
So sorry Rhonda , Jennifer, and Suzanne. I'm praying for God to heal your hearts and carry you through. Your momma was such a positive influence on my life and I'm so blessed to have had her as part of my childhood.
Teresa McCain
Friday, March 25, 2022
Mr. Ashburn, I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm praying that God will bless you and your family with comfort and peace.
Glynda Deaton Wilson
Friday, March 25, 2022
Greg and family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Diane was a precious lady. I have some sweet memories from JBC days.
Kay Trenthem
Friday, March 25, 2022
I know your loss is so intense. Their is no time limit for grief. She was such a fun loving, happy woman. She cared deeply for her family. Memories are what enables us to go on. God Bless you all. Kay
Lynda Hall
Friday, March 25, 2022
Greg: My prayers are with you and Diane's family. She was such a sweet and wonderful person. I am going to miss her and her sweet smile. She loved her family so much. Sure enjoyed our luncheon's together. May the Lord bless you all always. Love Lynda
Tonda Seals
Friday, March 25, 2022
Suzanne, Rhonda and Jennifer I'm so sorry for your loss..I definitely know how you're feeling right now and I'm praying for you all..
Wilma Carlock
Friday, March 25, 2022
So many happy memories I have. I pray God's peace and comfort for the family.
Freda Malone Pritchard
Friday, March 25, 2022
Sincere sympathy to Diane's family. She was a beautiful person growing up from our school days at Harrisburg when she was a dear friend to my older sister. We had reconnected here in Memphis many years ago when I worked for Makowsky & Weiss Const and her husband worked for a firm we contracted with! It thrilled me to reconnect again as an adult! ❤️
Barry & Mary Jane Carlew
Thursday, March 24, 2022
God's blessing to Diane and family..!!