Lavona G Ashford's Obituary
Lavona (Green) Ashford passed away on 4/29/13, in Tulsa, OK, following a lengthy illness. She was born to Ausbin and Ruth Green on September 14, 1943, in Vinita, OK. Lavona and Melvin L. Ashford were married Jan. 18, 1964, in Vinita, OK, and lived in Tulsa area most of their married life. Her parents, two brothers,( Lavern and Gene Green); and sister, (Janice Elrod) predeceased her. Lavona is survived by her husband, Melvin, of the home; sons Doug (Amy), Craig (Sandy), and grandsons, Joe, Holden, Seth and Drew, as well as one sister, Leona James (Jesse) of Fairland, OK. She will be remembered by a number of nieces, nephews and other family members as well as many friends. A celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, May 2, 10:00 a.m. at Bethany Free Will Baptist Church, 100 N. Olive, Broken Arrow, OK 74012, Rev. Randy Wilson officiating. In lieu of flowers, please consider a gift in Lavona's memory to Bethany Free Will Baptist Church designated for the Youth Building Fund.
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