Bowdoin, Beulah "Bobbie" Ann Ashcroft

Bobbie (Bee), 77, of Ahwatukee, passed away July 4, 2009, after a courageous battle 
with cancer. She was born June 7, 1932 in Eagar, Arizona to parents Beulah and 
Wallace Ashcroft. Bobbie was a third generation native of Arizona, and had retired as a 
2nd grade teacher for over 33 years, primarily in the Scottsdale School District. She 
had a wide range of interests, including hiking, piano, active in the LDS church, 
providing membership support for the Arizona Desert Bighorn Sheep Society, and 
having "great adventures". She leaves many loving family members, including her 
husband of 58 years, Dean, daughter and son-in-law Leslie and Mick James, and 
grandson J.D. James (all of Phoenix). Her wonderful daughter, Deana Lynne, was 
taken from her in 1978. She was the oldest of 7 children. Other family members include 
her brothers, LaVerl (Nona) Ashcroft and Ross (Lucille) Ashcroft, all of Eagar Arizona; 
her sisters are Sharon (Darrow) Richins, Susan (Larry) Martin, and Wallis (Glen) 
Mayhew. Sharon and Darrow live in Animas, NM; Susie and Larry live in Eagar, and 
Wally lives in Tokyo, Japan. Her sister-in-law Elaine Ashcroft (Phillip) lives in Mesa. She 
is preceded in death by her parents and her brother Phil. She has countless friends and 
relatives who will all miss her joyous spirit, strength of character and selfless manner. 
Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 8 at 10:00 a.m., preceded by a visitation at 
8:30 a.m. All are welcome to the services at LDS Ahwatukee First Ward, 4525 E. Knox 
Road. Graveside services and burial will be held at the Eagar cemetery, Thursday, July 
9, 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Meldrum Mortuary. The family wishes to express their 
sincerest appreciation to everyone at the Dobson House (Hospice of the Valley), for 
ensuring Bobbie's final days were dignified and peaceful.

Published in The Arizona Republic from 7/7 to 7/8/2009