BORN

1935

DIED

2010

FUNERAL HOME

Kraft Funeral Service

2776 Charlestown Rd

New Albany, Indiana

Gerald Ashabranner Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 26, 2010.

Gerald Thomas "Jerry" Ashabranner 74 years of age died Monday October 25, 2010 at Floyd Memorial Hospital in New Albany. Jerry was born November 27, 1935 in New Albany to the late William and Stella (Bunch) Ashabranner. He was an Army veteran and a former employee with the old Taystee Bakery Louisville. Jerry was active with the Clarksville Little Generals Football League, Clarksville Little League, a 40 year volunteer with Parkwood Elementary School, and a judge for "Odyssey of the Mind" Student Achievement Program on the regional and world levels. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Jeffersonville, American Legion Post #35 in Jeffersonville, and a 30 year member of Clarksville Optimist Club. Jerry was preceded in death by his brothers William and Richard Ashabranner, and sisters Stella Hancock and Martha Dempsey.

Survivors include wife of 30 years, Peggy Ashabranner; sons Kevin Thomas Ashabranner of Sellersburg, IN, James Brian Ashabranner of Nashville, TN; daughter Kim Marie Kruer (Joseph) of Greenville, IN; step-sons Gregory Steven Lawson of New Albany, IN, Jeffery Scott Lawson (Shannon) of Clarksville, IN; step-daughter Karen Lynn Lawson of Jeffersonville, IN sisters Letha Marie Andres of New Albany, IN, Cleo Jane Prechtel of Jeffersonville, IN; grandchildren Elizabeth Marie Kruer Hutchins, Joseph Patrick Forest Kruer, Brandon Steven Lawson, Brent Scott Lawson, and Aaron Joseph Lawson; great grandchildren Karlie Marie Hutchins and Kyle Patrick Hutchins; numerous nieces and nephews

Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until 8:00 pm Thursday at Kraft Funeral Service, 2776 Charlestown Road, New Albany, Indiana. His Funeral Service will be held 10:00 am Friday at the Kraft Funeral Chapel with entombment and military honors to follow in Kraft-Graceland Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made to First Baptist Church of Jeffersonville Romania Mission Fund, American Diabetes Association, or Alzheimer's Association. Online condolences may be made at www.kraftfs.com

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October 31, 2010

Bonnie Denny

I've been out of town and just heard about your loss...and it is a great loss. My years of working with Jerry at Parkwood will always be remembered as very special. My prayers for all the family. Bonnie Denny

October 29, 2010

Jamie Jenkins Petri

Jerry was a great neighbor, friend and mentor. He will be deeply missed.

October 29, 2010

Kathy Sandlin

Kevin,
So sorry to hear about your Dad. I had the opportunity to speak with him a few months ago. He was just the same as he was 35 years ago. What a smile he always had. Prayers are with you and your family.

October 28, 2010

Jimmy & Deana Blanford

We wish we could be there to share a hug and a prayer with you; just remember that God is with you and our love and thoughts are too. You are a child of the Most High God. Our Father created the whole universe.
We Love you Aunt Peggy........

October 27, 2010

I have known "Papaw Jerry" for a long time. I work at Parkwood Elementary where Papaw Jerry volunteered for over 40 years. The dedication he showed to Parkwood Elementary was amazing, but even more amazing was the interaction he had with the kids there. He would walk in the building and kids would leap out of their seats to come and give "Papaw" a big bear hug. He was a very kind and giving man and he will be missed. May God Bless his family.

~Lynn Donahue~

October 27, 2010

Kathy S

My heartfelt condolences to Karen and Mrs. Ashabranner and your entire family for the loss of Mr. Ashabranner. I'll keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

October 27, 2010

Holly Adam

All of our love and prayers to you and your family at this time. Love you all. Holly & Scott Adam

October 27, 2010

Marilee Mundy Burnside

Sending my sympathy for your loss - Marilee Mundy Burnside

October 27, 2010

Beverly Barnett Smith

Kevin and family,

I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad and I just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

With Love And My Deepest Sympathy,

October 27, 2010

Jason Clopton

Jerry was a great person to be around and I always enjoyed our visits. I will miss him dearly. I feel like he was a member of our family too.

October 27, 2010

Laura Bertrand Stoner

My Mom and Dad thought alot of Jerry and enjoyed spending time with both of you. You have our deepest sympathy.

October 27, 2010

Kim, Drew and Alex Dowland

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time.

October 26, 2010

Amanda Clemons

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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