Larry Wayne Ashby, 77, Russellville, passed on Saturday, November 15, 2025.
Larry, the son of the late Henry and Alma Cooksey Ashby, was born on October 30, 1948, in Logan County, KY.
Larry was a member of the Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church and worked as a Sr. Chemist at Valspar.
Larry was an Associate Pastor, Sunday school teacher, and the Sec. of Union District at his church. He was also the founding father of Omega Psi Phi Frat at WKU, where he obtained his B.A. in science. He received many awards for chemistry from his job.
He enjoyed vacationing, jazz music, and going to church.
In addition to his parents, he is proceeded in death by his brother, Henry Ashby; nephew, James Ashby; and mother of Katrinia, Christina Ellison.
Survivors include his wife, Patricia Wells Ashby; 2 daughters, Katrinia Ashby, Anissa (Darnel) Cross; 2 siblings, James Ashby, Steve (Cynthia) Ashby; 2 uncles, Wendal Hines, Roy Wells; 2 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
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Services
Visitation
Monday, November 24, 2025
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
221 S SPRING STREET
RUSSELLVILLE, KY
Funeral Service
Monday, November 24, 2025
1:00 PM
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
221 S SPRING STREET
RUSSELLVILLE, KY
Burial: Greenwood Cemetery
