Barbara “Bobbi” J. Ashton, 78, passed away at her home in the loving arms of her husband Steve in the early morning of November 6, 2026, following a long illness.
Bobbi was born October 18, 1948, in Plattsburg, the daughter of Robert and Jane (Slade) Duquette. Bobbi and Steve met while attending SUNY Cobleskill in 1966. They soon fell in love, and they were married on June 29, 1968. Together, they made Sherburne their home for over 52 years where they raised their two sons Shane and Erin and built a lifetime of cherished memories.
In her early years, Bobbi was an avid bowler, wanted to be golfer, and especially loved playing pinochle. She began her working career with Montgomery Ward and the Telephone Company. When her children were young, she devoted herself to raising her family and caring for the children of family and friends. She later joined Procter & Gamble, where she dedicated 24 years of service before retiring.
Retirement brought Bobbi and Steve the opportunity to enjoy many adventures together. They loved cruising, spending winters in Myrtle Beach, and sharing time with their fellow snowbird family and friends.
In 2000, Bobbi embraced one of life’s greatest blessings when she became “Grandma Bobbi.” Her five grandchildren quickly became the joy and light of her life. Family was always at the center of everything Bobbi did. She treasured hosting large family gatherings at their home each Fourth of July, taking memorable trips to Disney with her children and grandchildren, and, most importantly, sharing the quiet, special moments that made each family member feel special and loved.
Bobbi was a loyal and loving wife, mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, and friend. She will be missed deeply by all who loved her and by all who were loved deeply by her.
She is survived by her husband, Stephen Ashton of Sherburne, NY; her children, Shane Ashton (Amber Brewster) of Byron, NY, and Erin Ashton (Jennifer) of Sherburne, NY; grandchildren, Larissa Ashton (Steve Waters) of Greece, NY, Caitlin Ashton of Byron, NY, Tanner Ashton (Keeley) of Poolville, NY, Lillie Ashton of Brattleboro, VT, Amelia Ashton of Poughkeepsie, NY; her sister, Joanne York (Robert) of North Carolina; as well her sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, and nephews.
Bobbi was predeceased by her parents, Robert and Jane Duquette, and her brother, Robert Duquette.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 11:00 am from the Burgess & Tedesco Funeral Home, 10 S. Main St., Sherburne, NY 13460.
Family and friends are invited and may call from 10 to 11 am prior to the service at the funeral home in Sherburne.
After the service, all are invited to proceed to West Hill Cemetery for interment, followed by a luncheon at the United Church of Christ, in Sherburne.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Sherburne Fire Department, PO Box 575, Sherburne, NY 13460 in Bobbi’s memory.
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