James Edgar "Ed" Ashcraft

James Edgar “Ed” Ashcraft, 64, of Owen County, died Saturday, August 15, 2009 at the St. Luke Hospice in Ft. Thomas. Born August 31, 1944, in Covington, KY, he was the son of the late Edgar Eldon Ashcraft. Ed was a retired Horse Trainer and a member of the Owenton First Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, whom he married on September 19, 1970, Debra Scheuermann Ashcraft; his mother, Loretta Hansel Ashcraft; his son, John ( wife Katherine) Ashcraft and his daughter Carrie Ashcraft all of Owen County. Four grandchildren, Will & Ross Bennett and Emma & Liz Ashcraft also survive. Arrangements are being handled by McDonald & New Funeral Homes. Visitation will be held at the Owenton First Baptist Church on Wednesday, August 19, 2009 from 11 am until 2 pm. Funeral services will follow at 2pm with Bro. Brad Banks officiating. Memorial Contributions may be made to either Hospice of the Bluegrass or the Kentucky Trust for Life.