Robert Earl Ashton
Dan McClelland
Robert Earl Ashton passed away peacefully at home in the loving arms of his wife on December 24 at the age of 68.
Bob was born in Tupper Lake, on June 22, 1954 to William and Phyllis (Cote) Ashton.
Bob is survived by his loving wife Marlene, their son Kyle of Evansville, IN, mother Phyllis and stepdad Carl Baxter of Rensselaer Falls, N.Y., sister Nancy (Gerald) York of Parshville, N.Y. and brother Ricky (Winnie) of Whitney, TX.
He also leaves behind two very special little boys that he loved dearly, Tanner and Nolan Marconi. Bob also leaves behind aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. He was predeceased in death by his father William Ashton, grandparents William and Maude Ashton, Romeo and Mildred Cote and aunt Colleen Cory.
He graduated Canton High School in 1974. He moved to Piercefield and went to work as a lumberjack. He worked for many local companies including North’s, Landry, Tim O’Neil, and Paul Mitchell.
On June 15, 1980 he married Marlene Lanthier, his wife of 42 years, and the love of his life. He would say he was lucky to have such a caring, devoted and loving wife in his life. He loved her dearly.
Bob was an active volunteer fireman for the Piercefield Fire Dept for over 40 years and held the position of treasurer. He was town assessor and on the town board in Piercefield for many years.
Bob enjoyed taking trips with his wife, especially out west. He loved to be outdoors, in the woods, camping, and snowmobiling. His real passion was deer hunting and being at camp he built with his friends and family. He built many things. His last project was cabinets for his son’s house.
Bob was an inspiration to all that knew him; his smile would light up a room. He always had a smile on his face. Bob lived life to the fullest.
Calling hours will be held Saturday, January 7, 2022 from noon to 2p.m. at Frary Funeral Home in Tupper Lake.
Donations in Bob’s memory may be made to Hospice, Christopher Reeve Foundation or the Piercefield Fire Dept.