Mr. Arlen Dan Ashley Sr.
August 4, 1930 - December 15, 2018
Mr. Arlen Dan Ashley Sr., age 88 of Inverness, Florida, died Saturday, December 15, 2018 in Inverness. He was born August 4, 1930 in Spring Arbor, MI, son of Arthur Eugene Ashley and Greta (Baremor) Garber. He served on submarines during the Korean War for the US Navy. He worked for the City of Jackson, MI Fire Department for 25 years, retiring as a Fire Marshall. He moved to Inverness, FL from Jackson, MI in 1977. His love of aviation led him to be a pilot, an A & P mechanic, and a collector of aircraft. He was one of the original members of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) and helped start the local chapter in Jackson, MI. When he wasn't with his planes, Dan could be found working with his son at Dan's Gun Room in Inverness. Mr. Ashley was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his companion of 30 + years, Diane Watson, son, Arlen Dan (Betty) Ashley, Jr. of Union Springs, AL, granddaughter, Tara (Kevin) Chambers, and great-grandsons, Ty Carroll and Ryland Chambers. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.HooperFuneralHome.com . Arrangements by the Inverness Chapel of Hooper Funeral Homes & Crematory
Mr. Arlen Dan Ashley Sr., age 88 of Inverness, Florida, died Saturday, December 15, 2018 in Inverness. He was born August 4, 1930 in Spring Arbor, MI, son of Arthur Eugene Ashley and Greta (Baremor) Garber. He served on submarines during the... View Obituary & Service Information