Line of Duty Deaths Database

John V. Ashman
Name
John V. Ashman
Local
L3606, Lewisville Fire Fighters Association
Gender
Male
Age
59
District
11
Occupation
Division Chief
Type of Duty
Admin/Normal Station Duty
Fatal Injury Cause
Contact/Exposure - Contagious Disease: COVID-19
Nature of Fatal Injury
Other/Miscellaneous - Infectious Disease
Date of Death
5/26/2023
Year Placed On Wall
2024
Multiple Line of Duty Incident
No information available
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Website Comments
It is with deepest regret and sorrow that we report the line-of-duty death of Division Chief John V. Ashman, IAFF 11th District Local 3606, Lewisville, Texas. Brother Ashman, 59, passed away on May 26, 2023 from complications of Covid-19.

The Visitation will be held on Wed., May 31 from 6-8 p.m. at the Lewisville First Baptist Church, 1251 Valley Ridge Blvd, Lewisville, TX 75077; phone: (972) 436-5502. The Celebration of Life Service will be Thurs., June 1 at 1 p.m. at the church. The Graveside Service will follow.

Expressions of sympathy and condolences for the family or the local can be sent to IAFF Local 3606, 1565 W Main St Ste 208 PMB 230, Lewisville, Tx 75067-3397
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Biographical Comments
It’s with profound sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Division Chief, John "John-Boy" Ashman. He passed away peacefully this morning, surrounded by friends and family who loved him dearly.

Chief Ashman was a 40-year veteran of the Lewisville Fire Department and a Charter Member of the Lewisville Fire Fighters Association. His contributions to our department were beyond measure. Notably, he was one of the first paramedics in the Lewisville Fire Department, marking a significant milestone in our history.

To all who had the privilege of knowing him, Chief Ashman was a mentor, a friend, and a guiding force. He imparted his wisdom and experience not only to the members of Lewisville Fire Fighters but to everyone he encountered within the firefighting community.

His passion for being a fire fighter was infectious. His extensive knowledge of the fire service was beyond any book you could read or training you could attend. It was a treasure trove of information born out of dedication and hands-on experience.

In addition to his remarkable professional wisdom, Chief Ashman was renowned for his sharp humor and his unyielding, spirited personality. He was always up for a good time and had an uncanny ability to lighten the mood, even in the direst of situations.

Throughout his illustrious career, Chief Ashman's reach extended far beyond our department. He readily shared his wisdom and experience with other departments through training and assisting in apparatus design. His phone line was always open for anyone needing advice or just a friendly conversation.

Today, as we mourn the loss of Chief John Ashman, we also celebrate his exceptional life and honor his legacy. We are all better firefighters because of his teachings, his leadership, and his unyielding dedication to service. His influence and impact will forever be felt within the halls of the Lewisville Fire Department.

Rest easy, Chief. We will continue to carry the torch that you lit so brightly, and your legacy will live on in the work that we do every day.
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