Roy Carter Ashley

In loving memory of Roy Carter “Cool Man” Ashley, Sr.

Born in Albemarle County, Virginia on April 26, 1945, he was the son of the late Robert Lee Ashley, Sr. and Mary Viola Martin Ashley. He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert “Mickey” Ashley, Jr.; and his sister, Mary “Sally” Matthews. He shared 50 years of his life with his wife, Thelma “Dolly” Ashley, creating countless memories along the way.

Roy leaves behind his loving family, including his son, Roy Carter Ashley, Jr. (Tonya); his daughter, Amy Ashley; and his grandchildren, Brianna Aiken (Chase), Christian Ashley, and Bradley “Little Man” Campbell. He is also survived by his brothers, Houston “Tiny” Ashley (Charlotte) and Garland “Buddy” Ashley (Ada); his sister in law, Bonnie Hicks and two brothers in law, Donald Johns (Sheryl) and Brent Johns; his special niece, Cheryl Gozalez (“Tito”); along with numerous other nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends who will miss him dearly.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the Alan B. Pearson Cancer Center, Wyndhurst Health and Rehabilitation, and Centra Hospice for the care, compassion, and kindness shown to Roy and his family. Your support and dedication will never be forgotten, and the family is truly grateful for all that you have done.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Alan B. Pearson Cancer Center in Roy’s memory.

The family will host a memorial gathering to celebrate Roy’s life on Sunday, November 15, 2026 at the Monroe Ruritan Club. They will have visitation and dinner from 3:00 to 5:45 pm with a Celebration of Life to follow at 6:00 pm with Rev. Dwayne Martin officiating.

Though his time here has come to an end, the love he leaves behind never will. May he rest peacefully, forever loved and never forgotten.