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Offline louieparker

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A collector of southern rifles, John Ashworth
« on: December 13, 2015, 03:20:15 AM »
Most people who collect Southern rifles, Bowie Knives, saddles and some other things, have at least heard of John Ashworth. I am sorry to have to say that he died today. John was a long time friend, a great collector and a true Southern Gentleman. I will miss him greatly.. Louie Parker
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Re: A collector of southern rifles, John Ashworth
« Reply #1 on: December 13, 2015, 05:00:57 AM »
Sorry to hear of your loss of your friend. My condolences to you.

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Re: A collector of southern rifles, John Ashworth
« Reply #2 on: December 13, 2015, 06:20:18 AM »
We are all poorer for this.  Let's remember the happier times and our good fortune in knowing him.

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Re: A collector of southern rifles, John Ashworth
« Reply #3 on: December 13, 2015, 06:55:53 AM »
Louie,  In the thirty years I've known you John's name has come up often in our conversations. If I remember correctly some of the stories  of things he said or did were on the funny side.   I believe you even  sold me a rifle from his collection one time . I'm sorry I never had the honor  of meeting him . I know he was a dear friend to you.  God Bless.   JIM
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Re: A collector of southern rifles, John Ashworth
« Reply #4 on: December 13, 2015, 02:33:58 PM »
Louie,
Condolences for the passing of your friend.
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Re: A collector of southern rifles, John Ashworth
« Reply #5 on: December 13, 2015, 08:40:22 PM »
My condolences to you Louie, loosing friends is a tough thing,remembering the good times and conversations helps ease the pain a little.
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Re: A collector of southern rifles, John Ashworth
« Reply #6 on: December 13, 2015, 09:31:21 PM »
Sorry to hear of the loss of your friend, Louie.
My condolence's,
John
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Re: A collector of southern rifles, John Ashworth
« Reply #7 on: December 13, 2015, 11:02:29 PM »
Louie,

It is clear from your post and others that John was a fine man and friend. I have no doubt that his influence in yours and the lives of many will continue in many positive ways. I who didn’t know him feel his loss just by having known you, and also feel joy at what was, I am certain, a life well lived.

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Re: A collector of southern rifles, John Ashworth
« Reply #8 on: December 14, 2015, 09:17:02 AM »
Sorry to hear of your loss, Louie. I never met him, but Jerry Noble has spoken of him often.

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Re: A collector of southern rifles, John Ashworth
« Reply #9 on: December 15, 2015, 07:53:11 PM »
Sorry to hear this Louie. It is tuff losing a friend and fellow collector that you have shared good times with.

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Re: A collector of southern rifles, John Ashworth
« Reply #10 on: December 15, 2015, 08:37:07 PM »
Sorry to here of your loss. Remember the good times you had together and enjoy.
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