Lonnie Mildred Ashworth

1934 ∼ 2013

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Lonnie Mildred Ashworth, 78 of Saratoga, passed away Wednesday February 20, 2013. at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital of Beaumont. She was born in Pennington, TX on December 28, 1934. She moved from Pasadena to Saratoga 21 years ago and was a self employed Beautician and was a member of Westend Baptist Church of Saratoga. She is preceded in death by her parents, Marion and Sleeta Stepleton; son, Allen Avery; sisters, Hattie Hubbard, Estelle Williams, Lucille Gilmore, Margaret Savant; brothers, Carroll Stepleton, Melvin Stepleton; granddaughter, Cristen Joy Ashworth.

She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, A.J. Ashworth of Saratoga; sister, Bitsy Craven of Crockett; brother, Frank Stepleton of Barnett, MO; sons, Joe Ashworth and wife Denise of Deer Park, Rusty Ashworth and wife Denise of Crosby; grandchildren, Amy Ladd and husband Jason, Cole Ashworth and wife April, Dusty Ashworth and wife Robin, Randi Ashworth, Marissa Ashworth; great grandchildren, Jacey Ladd and Donovan Ashworth.

Her family will receive friends at Faith and Family Funeral Services on Friday February 22, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. A service of remembrance will be held at Faith and Family Funeral Services on Saturday February 23, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. officiated by Reverend Bruce Crosby and Reverend Alvin Tomlinson.

A graveside service will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Flat Prairie Cemetery in Pennington, TX.

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Kimberly Mcnair - Rhome, Tx - Great Niece May 4, 2024

To some she was Aunt Mitty but to Curry and I she was Aunt Mimi. I always looked forward to Aunt Mimi and Uncle AJ's visits to Dallas to see two of the sisters (Aunt Hattie & My Nanny Estelle). I have very fond memories of Aunt Mimi & Uncle AJ -one being how they were to one another as a couple and thinking 'How stinking cute they are!' Their love for one another was priceless. -another was her timeless beauty and how loving and caring she was for everyone. Aunt Mimi was such an amazing lady! She was a blessing to many and to those hearts she touched -God Bless you all.

Dawn Bowman - Denver, Co - Neice May 4, 2024

I so love my Aunt Mitty and Uncle AJ, and cousins Joe & Rusty...May God give you all the strength to get through this very tender time. It is a hard loss ... She is going to be more than missed. She was so loving and caring for everyone...family was so important to her. She was there for every family member in need...always giving loving support. She doted on me and my sisters when we were young as did all the Stepleton Aunts did! She was genuinely interested in how we were doing and interested in what we were doing. I felt so much love and encouragement from You Aunt Mitty & Uncle AJ. I have so many fond memories of coming to spend Thanksgiving at your home...and just can not rave enough about all the good southern hospitality and delicious food...I remember the pumpkin and chocolate meringue pies lined up....gosh it was all so good. A real treat to be with You and Uncle AJ and family. Yall, be strong. I love you all so much! Thankful Aunt Mitty is with Jesus in His loving arms. Grateful for her influence in my life.

Peggy Savant - New Orleans, La - Niece May 4, 2024

If there were two quotes that would come to mind when I think of Aunt Mittie, it would be 'Her heart was as big as Texas' and 'Dynamite comes in small packages'. :)) Being a strong woman was a common trait with the Stepleton girls. Not sure if it was the water or all the many bails of cotton they picked, but each was strong and each had big hearts. But Aunt Mittie's seemed just a tad bit larger than the rest. She was the one that never turned her back on anyone, the one that always was there if a family member was in need. She played nurse maid to many. She never complained, I feel she actually took honor in helping, loving and nurturing others. She truly was blessed with the gift of unconditional love and never passed judgement. Not once did she ever turn her back or close her heart to anyone in need. I know she is in an awesome place, doing alot of hugging and loving. I look forward to seeing you on the other side Aunt Mittie. Love and Light... Peggy

Ken & Don Ashworth - Dobbin,Houston, Tx - Cuz May 4, 2024

We will miss you now ,but we will join you later.

Jerry Sonier - Batson, Tx - Friend May 4, 2024

A.J.from our staff thank you for your trust.

Beth Lowe - Friend May 4, 2024

We will all miss such an amazing person, with a heart as big as Texas! She was such a treasure to her family and friends.

[Emailprotected] - Houston, Tx - Friend May 4, 2024

RIP Sweet Mildred! I know you are dancing with loved ones that you made here. Love, David

Shellie Karm - Family Friend May 4, 2024

Many memories are shared of baseball days with her grandchildren. She was a wonderful lady and will be greatly missed.

Fredalee - Niece May 4, 2024

What a sweet lady. So sorry for y'all's loss. Thank y'all for sharing her with us all these years. We are truly better people for having known her.I remember as far back as a 'family' vacation to Florida when Paul Allen and I were just little tots! What fun. Boys, take care of your daddy. God bless you all. Love, Freda