Wayne L. Ashbaugh Sr.

Wayne L. Ashbaugh Sr., 83, of Huntington and formally of Van Wert OH, passed away at 9:58 am Monday, September 9, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family. Wayne was born on May 14, 1941, in Piqua, OH, the son of James Lewis and Mary (Shepherd) Lewis. He graduated from Grover Hill Local High School in Paulding Co, Ohio and later would further his education at IUPU of Ft Wayne earning an associate’s degree. Wayne proudly enlisted in the United States Navy and was honored to serve his country. Wayne then married the love of his life Nancy A. Font on January 14, 1963, in Van Wert, OH. They shared 59 years of marriage before she preceded him in death on May 27, 2022. Wayne was a hard worker and an amazing provider for his family, he retired from Ecolab after 35 years of dedicated service. Wayne had an extraordinary faith and was a loyal member of the St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church of Huntington. He continued to serve his community and work with other veterans as active member of the, VFW Post #2689 of Huntington where he was the commander from 2006 -2007, American Legion Post #160 of Roanoke, AMVETS Post #5 of Marion, Forty and Eight of Huntington County and EMA of Huntington County. Anyone that knew Wayne understood he was a quiet private man. However, that didn’t keep him home, he enjoyed fishing at his lake place on Big Lake, having a cup of coffee with friends and spending time with his family. Wayne was passionate about woodworking, cheering on the BIG Ten schools, and researching genealogy on his computer. Wayne had many titles throughout his life but being the humble man he was, he was most proud of being a grandpa and making wonderful memories with his grandkids. Survivors include his loving children, Christina Shockome of Wayne, MI, Teresa Weaver of Huntington, IN, Kimberly (Larry Fultz, Jr.) Gamble of Wabash, IN and Wayne (Kimberly) Ashbaugh Jr. of Anderson, IN; 14 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; brother, Chuck Fuller; sister, Ruth Ann. He is preceded in death by his wife, Nancy A. Ashbaugh, father, James R. Lewis, Mother, Mary G Lewis, adoptive father, Russell Ashbaugh, adoptive mother, Velma Ashbaugh, 2 brother and 2 sisters. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Monday, September 16, 2024, at Bailey-Love Mortuary, 35 West Park Drive, Huntington, IN. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church with Rev. Timothy Lorenz officiating. There will be one hour of visitation prior to the service. A private family burial will be in Andrews Riverside Cemetery in Andrews. Preferred memorials to the St. Peter Lutheran Church of Huntington, IN, in care of Bailey-Love Mortuary, 35 West Park Drive, Huntington, IN, 46750. Please sign the online guest book at www.baileylove.com. Bailey-Love Mortuary is honored to serve the family of Wayne L. Ashbaugh Sr.

Wayne L. Ashbaugh Sr.

May 14, 1941 - September 9, 2024