Passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of Josée Lemay Asher for 27 years. Cherished father of Julie and Sal Ferlaino, Michelle Martin, and Darren Martin. Adored grandpa of Jack, Ruby, Libby, Bianca; Oliver, and Jacob. Dear brother of Connie Asher-Richards and brother-in-law of Steve Richards. Fondly remembered by the extended Asher and Lemay families. Predeceased by his parents Barry and Marion (Allison) Asher.
Cremation has taken place. A memorial mass will be held at Holy Family Parish, 777 Valetta Street, London on Friday, October 11th at 10 AM.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Joan Fisher says
Josee, I am so sorry. about Jim. If I had known, I would have paid my respects at the funeral. Would love to re-connect with you when you feel up to it. You can reach me at sinkpolio@rogers.com or 519-432-3954.
Thinking of you at this poignant time.
Deepest sympathy,
Joan Fisher
John Finan says
Very sad to hear of Jim’s passing. He was instrumental in the early days of my career giving valuable advice as he sat at my kitchen table and helped me map out my business growth. I loved his random phone calls to check in and give me an update and the adventures that he and Josee had been on.
Jim will be missed by many. Our heartfelt condolences to Josee and the rest of the family
John and Martha Finan
Rodger Kemsley says
Really sad to hear about Jim…he’s was a great guy. I will never forget Jim and Jane laughing together at family functions…they both had very infectious laughs…you just had to join in…Jim was always very attentive to others and always a positive thinker…he will be missed. I won’t be able to make the service today but my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love and Hugs
Lisa PECK says
Sincere condolences to your family for the loss of our cousin, Jim. My mom, Janet Williams has shared many memories with me about when she used to stay with Aunt Mary and Uncle Barry at the farm. So sorry for your loss.
Rodger Kemsley says
Very sad to hear of Jim’s passing…my condolences to everyone. I will always remember Jim and Jane laughing together…their laughs were very infectious especially when together at family functions…they both enjoyed a great laugh. I’m unable to attend the Friday morning service but will be thinking of you all.
Love and Hugs to everyone.
Rodger Kemsley says
So sad to hear of Jim’s passing…I always enjoyed being with him, he was a great guy. I will never forget at family functions listening to Jane and Jim laughing together…they both had that very infectious laugh! My condolences to everyone. I am unable to attend tomorrow’s service but will be thinking of you.
Love and Hugs to all of you!
Lynn Lindsay says
Jose
My heart goes out to you. I remember how close you and jim were . You will hold all those treasured memories in your heart forever. Deepest sympathies
Lynn Lindsay
Deanna & Delyse Braganza says
Dear Michelle our sympathies to you and your family. May our Lord God give you all the strength and courage to bear the loss of your Dad. May his soul rest in peace.
Diane Lemay & Réjean Prévéreau says
Diane & Moi nous vous souhaitons nos plus sincères condoléances à toi Josée ainsi que toute ta famille
Bon courage à vous tous pour accepter ce départ vers un repos bien mérité apès tant de souffrance.
” Que la terre lui soit légère”
Céline Lemay et Gérald Tougas says
We think about you a lot and are very sorry that is not possible for us to be there. We know you will have all the necessary courage to go thru this with Michelle and Darren by you side.
Céline Lemay et Gérald Tougas says
We always had a good time when we stopped at their place on our way back from down South. What a chef he was. You learn something every time you talk with Jim. Again our sincere condoléances to you Josée and your family.
Ann Kelly says
JIM and Josee have been my friends, my helpers, my aids, my go to when needed for many many years. Jim will be greatly missed. I send my blessings, Love to each and every family member, may God hold Josee in his loving arms and give her the peace she needs through all of this time.
Ann Kelly says
Jim and Josee have been my very good friends and helpers,Guides in every way possible. They both have always been there for me. Jim will be greatly missed. God,s blessings to guide Josee . Love and Blessings to all the family members. Peace to comfort each one.
Janice Rutledge says
I will be unable to attend the mass as I am working. I wish that I could be there to give you a big hug. He was a wonderfuland caring person. Sending hugs and love to all of you.
Mary & Ken Boehme says
May our Lord give you strength, comfort and peace now and always. Jim was a very great guy. Loved seeing and visiting with y’all in Rockport, TX. Blessings & love,
Mary & Ken Boehme
Claude and Kae Lemay says
Kae and I had the opportunity to chat with Jim and Josee last Sunday even got a couple of smiles from Jim although he was very tired. Jim had a lot of knowledge and a knack to fix pretty well anything. Josee and Jim spent time at the RV park in Fort Langley not far from our home. That is until the unpredictable BC weather got them to go way south to a warmer climate where they mad many friends. We loved them both and will miss Jim. Now Josee will continue her life journey with her family and we will her well. Love Claude and Kae Lemay
Claude, Kae Lemay & Family says
Kae and I had the opportunity to chat with Jim and Josee last Sunday. It was an effort for him but got a couple of smiles. Jim and Josee spent time in Fort Langley with their RV until they realized BC weather can be unpredictable resulting in their travel to the southern states where they made many friends. A man of many talents and a knack of fixing things. Jim will be greatly missed. Josee, we love you as you continue your life journey with Michelle, Darren and grand children.
Dr Kyla Dillard says
Jim was always a good time. I’ve known and loved him since 1998.
So sorry, Joseé.
Please remember that the pain that you feel is directly proportional to the love that you shared.
WAYNE SPURGEON says
Thinking of you all