1939
2017
Charles Fredrick Ashurst, age 77, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 9, 2017. A native of Tallassee, Alabama, Charles was born on September 15, 1939 to Charles and Mildred (Inez) Ashurst.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Dian Ledbetter Ashurst; daughters, Dana Ashurst Perret (Kevin) and Alyson Ashurst Berthelot (Kevin); his sister, Joan A. Miller; brothers, Austin Malone Ashurst and Bill Robert Ashurst; and his two grandchildren, Carson Dian Perret and Eric Thomas Berthelot.
Charles graduated Summa Cum Laude in 1961 from the University of Vanderbilt and held a career as the Superintendent of Off-Shore Drilling for Shell Oil Company for 37 years. He proudly served his country as a Naval Officer aboard the USS Forrest B. Royal 872 and USS Waller DDE 466. Charles was a member of the Chateau Country Club, President of the Whitney Heights Association, a John Calvin Elder and a SAE Member Vanderbilt Chapter.
Graveside and burial will take place in Rose Hill Cemetery in Tallassee, Alabama. A memorial service will be at held at John Calvin Presbyterian Church at a later date.
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July 5, 2017
Errol Callais
I am so sorry for your loss. Charlie was on of my Supervisors while working for Shell. He was truly inspirational to me and taught me so much. RIP Mr. Ashurst.
June 20, 2017
TONI DANIELS
I loved when your family would gather while Mr. Charles was cooking...YUM!!!
GREAT MEMORIES
REST IN PEACE MR CHARLES
June 17, 2017
James Langer
Charlie was my first supervisor at Shell in 78. He was always helpful, humble and had a great sense of humor!
Eternal rest, grant unto him, O LORD,
And let perpetual light shine upon him.
May he rest in peace.
Amen.
Also I suspect he is cooking some great BBQ Chicken for Jesus!
June 16, 2017
Wish I had known your dad better.He was
a great model for you and loved you
dearly. Keep praying.
June 15, 2017
Lisa Debban
Dana and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I met your Dad years ago when I visited you and I remember what a funny, happy guy he was! You're all in my prayers for peace during this difficult time.
June 15, 2017
Dana Fromenthal-van kanegon
So sorry for your family loss
June 14, 2017
Tracey Kuhn Arvanitis
So very sorry to the entire Ashurst family❤
June 14, 2017
Kit Pender
Heaven has another angel, but I will miss him.
June 14, 2017
To my brother. You were always my hero and I will miss you . I'll always have our football analysis to remember you by. R I P
Austin
June 14, 2017
Dana Perret
I Love you, Dad!! Its going to hard without you.I miss you so much!
June 14, 2017
Rocky Detomo
I worked with Charlie for a number of year and grew from his leadership. He will be missed bymny that he touched.
June 13, 2017
Carson Perret
I love you Charlie Boy
June 12, 2017
Dian, I am so sorry to hear about Charles. I know that we did not see each other often, but I still loved yall a lot. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to assist you here. You and the girls are in my thoughts and prayers always. Love Janice Ledbetter Baker.
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