Michael Ashley, 71, of Westmore, VT, formerly of East Freetown & Dartmouth, MA, beloved husband of Dawn, passed away peacefully in their home on August 25th, 2023 which he built himself. Michael was born on March 5th, 1952 in Acushnet, MA to Emerson and Emelie (Protin) Ashley. Michael grew cranberries for work in MA. He had many hobbies: farming, beekeeping, tending to his goats, campfires, fireworks and jet-skiing. Michael also served his country in the Navy and was a member of the NRA.

Michael is survived by his loving wife Dawn (Hutchinson) Ashley, his children, Michele, Jamie, and Jessica, his step-children, Myles, Amber, and Shawn, his brothers Herbert, Jim and wife Roberta, his sister Charlene, and by his grandchildren, Willow, Lucas, Killian, Emelie, Rita, Stephanie, Rebecca, Katrina, Bryon Jr., Lily, Sabrina, one great-grandchild and nieces Brittany and Alicia.

Michael is predeceased by his parents, his sister Joan and brother George.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the residence in Westmore on September 9th from 6-8 PM.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to "World Wildlife Fund" to help save the Bees.

Online condolences may be made at curtis-britch.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Curtis-Britch & Bouffard Funeral Home & Cremation Service, locally family owned and operated.