James B. Ashenfelter

James B. Ashenfelter, age 68 of Kendallville, went to be with his Lord and Savior with his family by his side on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Kendallville Manor. 

He was born on November 26, 1956 in Garrett to Howard and Barbara (Laign) Ashenfelter.  He was a graduate of Garrett High School. 

Jimmy married Tina L. Moffett on April 19, 1986 in Auburn and she resides in Kendallville.

He worked for Tenneco Automotive in Ligonier for many years.  Jimmy was a member of Waterloo Freewill Baptist Church.  He loved the Lord and enjoyed playing bass with the Glory Land Express group at churches and nursing homes.  He enjoyed photography and he was an avid IU Basketball fan. 

Jimmy was a devoted husband and father and he was instrumental in taking care of and raising his family.  His children were very important to him! 

Survivors include:

His wife of 38 years, Tina Ashenfelter of Kendallville.

Son, Brian Ashenfelter of Fort Wayne.

Daughter, Carolyn Ashenfelter of Fort Wayne.

Daughter and son-in-law, Joey and Salvador Espinoza, Jr. of Kendallville.

Two grandchildren, Salvador “Chachi” Espinoza, Jr. and Micky James Espinoza.

Sister and brother-in-law, David and Linda Snodderly of Auburn.

Brother and sister-in-law, David and Debbie Ashenfelter of Auburn.

Brother and sister-in-law, Doug and Margaret Ashenfelter of Garrett.

Many loving nieces, nephews and other extended family members.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Lori Molin.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Feller and Clark Funeral Home, 1860 South Center Street in Auburn with Pastor Salvador Espinoza, Jr. and Pastor Ron Stambaugh.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the funeral home.  Additional visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Thursday at the funeral home. 

Burial will take place at the Christian Union Cemetery in Garrett.

Memorial donations may be made in memory of Jimmy to the Waterloo Freewill Baptist Church

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.fellerandclark.com and on our Facebook page at Feller and Clark Funeral Home.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Feller and Clark Funeral Home in Auburn.

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