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Martha Norris Ashenfelder

2/11/1924 - 6/19/2023

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Obituary For Martha Norris Ashenfelder

Martha Norris Ashenfelder, 99, of Suffolk passed away June 19, 2023. She was the widow of Rev. John N. Ashenfelder. Born in Hogansville, GA, she married Rev. Ashenfelder in 1945, and they served in churches in Hogansville, GA, Gadsden, AL, Baton Rouge, LA, Ware Shoals, SC, and Portsmouth, VA before retiring in 1982.

Survivors include three daughters—Ann English and her husband John of the home; Joy Dean and her husband Fred of Portsmouth; and Jane Ashenfelder of the home—and many nieces and nephews.

Martha was preceded in death by: her granddaughter, Jill Watson; her parents, Rose and William Norris of Hogansville; brothers Bill, Charles, and James Norris of Jacksonville, FL; and sisters Betty Miller of Jacksonville and Dorothy Parker of Hogansville.

Martha was a loving mother and a devoted, supportive wife. One of her fondest memories was watching her granddaughter, Jill Watson, perform in an ice skating competition in South Carolina.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Condolences may be submitted at: https://csofhr.com/obituaries/martha-norris-ashenfelder/. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

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  • 06/30/2023

    Marie Gasque Amato

    Sending hugs and prayers in the loss of your mom to Ann Ashenfelder English and family. I do remember when your young parents were sent to minister at First Presbyterian in Ware Shoals, SC, even though we attended the church across the street! Thinking of you!

  • 06/25/2023

    Paul Hurst

    Rev. Ashenfelder was my pastor at Eastside Presbyterian Church in Gadsden, AL in the mid-50's. I remember him working personally with me to help me memorize the Chidren's Catechism and become a member of the church. I remember Mrs. Ashenfelder as a warm and welcoming lady, who was a good friend to my mother. When my parents came to visit us here in Norfolk in about '74, we visited the Ashenfelders in Portsmouth. It was a happy reunion of old friends. Both of the Ashenfelders had an influence on me and my two brothers, as well as being friends to my parents and spiritual leaders to our church.

  • 06/22/2023

    Wanda Moore Stephens

    I have fond memories of the Ashenfelder family from Cradock Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Ashenfelder was one of my Sunday school teachers as a child. Reverend Ashenfelder married my husband, Kenny and me in 1985. We exchanged Christmas cards with them for many years. I have a treasured, tiny Nativity ornament she gave me in Sunday school. I place it on our tree every year. They were two of the kindest, most caring people I have ever known. I remember Mrs. Ashenfelder always with a gentle smile on her face. May she Rest in Eternal Peace in Heaven with Reverend Ashenfelder. Wanda Moore Stephens

  • 06/21/2023

    Betsy Brown

    I was a member of Cradock Presbyterian Church during John and Martha's time there. I remember Martha's loving support of her family and the church well. May God bless you all. Betsy Bonner Brown

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