Obituary

ASHCOM – David Carl, 76, Johnstown, died September 28, 2009 at Memorial Medical Center. Born July 11, 1933 in Johnstown; son of the late Kenneth E. and Emma Ruth (Miller) Ashcom. Preceded in death by brother, John E. “Jack” Ashcom.

Survived by loving wife of 54 years, Edna Ruth (Harcher) Ashcom and children,
Kathleen, married to James Kay; David, married to Luanne (Krepple);
Timothy, married to Ingrid (Larson); Linda, married to James Szypula;
Kenneth, married to Beth (Kauffman); John, married to Jackie (Humma);
15 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and an uncle, Norman F. Shaffer.

1952 Graduate of Johnstown High School where he was a band member.
U.S. Navy Veteran of the Korean War as a Navigator serving on the
USS Minotaur ARL 15, where he received NDSM Ribbon. He was also a Navy band member and played “Taps”.

Retired cabinet maker and carpenter for Osteopathic Medical Hospital in Philadelphia.

Member of Albright United Methodist Church, where he was very active and served as a member of the choir for many years. Also member of the Old Mens Club and Barbershop Quartet and a former Cub Scouts Leader.

He enjoyed wood crafting, hunting and fishing, playing “Horse Shoes”, singing and playing the trumpet, especially to entertain others. He loved family and friend gatherings and spending time in the mountains and outdoors. He was artistically talented in drawing and painting scenery and portraits.

Funeral service will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Albright United Methodist Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of David to the Albright United Methodist Church, 608 Cooper Ave., Johnstown, PA 15906.

Arrangements in care of Hindman Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc. 146 Chandler Ave. “Exclusive provider of Veterans & Family Memorial Care”