Beth (and Lew) were dear friends when I lived in Columbus as a young professional. Beth was a mentor, confidant, encourager, and  spiritual mother - so much so I spoke about her at a Mother’s Day program. The two welcomed me into their home for years until I moved to Florida. Years and life seasons later, I wrote Beth a note when I turned 60 to let her know how important her friendship and impact was to me. She immediately replied and we began a letter correspondence. I am so grateful to have had that opportunity to reconnect with her.

It has been an honor to work with Beth's family as their funeral director. I can tell that she made a huge impact on the lives of anyone who met her. She was always willing to go above and beyond to help those in need, and always did it with a smile. Please continue to share your prayers and memories with Beth's family, and keep her in your hearts.

I am most sorry to hear of Beth's passing - I am just seeing this on facebook this evening.   Strangely, this afternoon I was sorting through a box that held Sunday school 
materials that brought me back to the time Beth and I worked together in Awanas just after I moved to Wheaton 1978-9ish.   I was telling my son, Josh, how Beth was a big influence on me as a teacher to be.  Her smile and energy was infectious.  I can see her baking.  Giving was so automatic, Beth was not even conscious about when and what she was giving.  Beth invited me to present on my dulcimer in her classroom.
She and her family played an important part in our wedding.  In light of her approach and philosophy towards children, I asked her to entertain the children of the of the wedding party.  It was a special service and so appreciated!!  She helped shape my philosophy of teaching which I still employ in my piano studio today.  Just this afternoon, I was  thinking how i might reconnect with her to thank her once again.  Thanks, Beth!!  See you in heaven!

Right after I was hired as Olentangy Elementary principal, Beth was one of the first teachers that I had a serious conversation with about a student. That conversation set the tone for my many interactions with her. She was concerned about the student and had taken steps to help him and was getting push back from his mother.  She called late in the evening and it was very obvious to me that she was worried about this student and wanted me to know what was going on with him. She explained to me all the details of the situation and why she was concerned. This conversation told me a lot about who she was as a person. I would learn later, who she was as an educator. She was dedicated, hard working and knowledgeable especially in Math instruction for elementary students. Olentangy is today one of the leading school districts in Ohio because of teachers like Beth who set the bar high and then reached it. I for one am a better educator because I knew and worked with her.

Beth was the first ministry director to welcome me to Karl Rd Baptist church. Because of Beth, I had the priviledge  to meet & teach children from around the world.  (Thank-you) She was always wanting students to practice math & I think of the elementary exercise illustrating “How much is one million?” The answer is the number of yummy cookies that she baked.  She had more zip than the energizer bunny. When she saw a need; she did what was necessary to fill it. Her love of Jesus was absolute; He was her motivation. Her love of Lou, and her family was a close second. You touched so many lives, Beth. Until we meet again.

I taught with Beth for many years at Olentangy. She was an amazing teacher and role model for her students and the staff . May her memory be eternal. 
Jayne (Ensminger) Eichenberger.

Mrs. Ash was a great role model and teacher for me as a grew up at KRBC. She taught me a lot by leading through example. It encouraged me to see the importance of offering my time and giving back. She did so much for the youth group and church as a whole. So thankful to have had her in my life. My deepest sympathy to the Ash family.

I met Beth a few years ago, we connected right away. Beth was an amazing person that was so caring, had a passion for helping people in every way possible, working with young people.  I was very sad to hear the news of Beth’s passing. Beth you are so missed,. Prayers and thoughts are with her husband Lew,  family and friends. Jan

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della Elizabeth Ash

22 marzo, 1943 – 22 septiembre, 2024

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