Diane Kay (January) Ashley, born February 10, 1961 passed away surrounded by family April 4, 2016.
She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Darryl Ashley; their four children, Jonathan Ashley (Kari), Rebecca Northcott (Peter), Jennifer Ashley, Elizabeth Ashley; their grandson George; her mother Rita January; her five brothers, James January (Atheta), Lynn January, Leon January (Ranada), Terry January (Tammy), Greg January (Mikala); nieces and nephews, and a host of other family and friends. Diane is preceded in death by her father Edwin January and her grandparents.
Diane graduated from Little River High School in 1979 and received her Associates Degree from Johnson County Community College. While she held several jobs, the career she was most proud of and loved was being a mother. She was an active parishioner of Prince of Peace Catholic Church, a member of Beta Sigma Phi, and a frequent volunteer at Catholic Charities.
The visitation will be on Friday, April 8 from 6 – 8 PM at Prince of Peace Catholic Church
16000 W. 143rd St. Olathe, KS 66062, with the rosary beginning at 6:00 PM. Her funeral mass will also be held at Prince of Peace on Saturday, April 9 at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas at catholiccharitiesks.org. Assistance by Funeral Advocates, LLC
Darryl and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Diane has been an inspiration in courage for us for many years. All of you are in our prayers.
Sincerely, Larry and Nora Drbal
Darryl , Jonathan, my sweet Becca, Jennifer, Elizabeth , George and Diane’s dear mother, Rita , and family! I am Kaye’s sister, Damaris, and I’ve been following Diane’s cancer journey with my prayers this past year. My heart breaks for you all. I’m so deeply sorry. What a beautiful lady she was. I’m having a Mother’s Day mass said for her at the shrine of the divine mercy. I am crying with you. May God send an angel to comfort you all!
May you feel Gods presence as you mourn!
Gods peace to all.
Damaris Niewald family
Our deepest sympathy to all in your family, and may God Bless You with the strength to endure this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Steve and Evetta Stillwell
Dear Ashley family,
I am so sorry to hear of Diane’s passing. She was a beautiful lady inside and out. She was very strong in her faith. I am praying for your family in this time of sorrow.
God bless your family.
Vickie Miller (POP teacher)
I’m so very sorry for the loss of your sister Lynn. All my prayers and warmest thoughts to you, the January, and Ashley family.
So sorry to hear of Diane’s passing. She’s now pain-free and spending time with her heavenly family and all of God”s angels and saints. She’ll be watching over and checking on each of you often. May her memory warm your aching hearts.
Prayers for Diane and all of her family!
Sincerely,
Linda & Rich Beck and Carli Maria Muller
Ashley family:
Praying that all your happy memories with Diane will help comfort you as God sustains you in your time of grief.
A Beta Signa Phi sister,
Anita DaMetz Gorman
To the January and Ashley families. I was sad to hear of Diane’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Deborah (Bailey) Rush
I have many memories of Diane. Mostly from High School and some from the farm she grew up on. She was such a kind person. She was also very proud of her husband and children. She will be missedd by all who knew her. Rest in peace Diane.
Darryl and kids-
Just got the news today (4/13) of Diane’s passing. How very sorry to hear. I and many of Darryl’s other KWU buddies have great memories of all of our ‘growing up’ years during college. Please accept our love, prayers and blessings at this time, as we each celebrate all Diane was about and bless her transition to heaven.
Darryl and family
So Sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts and Prayers are with all of you at this time.
Darryl,
I just learned of Diane’s death. Sending a big hug of care and support for you and your family. Blessings to you!