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Conway… C. Ashley Anderson went to his eternal home, surrounded by his loving family, on March 15, 2025, after a brief illness. Ashley was born in Conway on December 9, 1939 to the late Clyde S. Anderson and Costie P. Anderson. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 61 years, Bobbie Floyd Anderson; a sister, Sherri A. Campbell; and a brother, Charles Anderson. He is survived by his sons, Wesley Anderson (Renee) and Mitch Anderson (Theresa); his grandchildren, Justin Anderson, Jake Anderson, Aaron Anderson, and Audrey Anderson; and his great grandchildren, Maylee Anderson, Mallory Anderson, and River Anderson. Ashley was a member of Tilly Swamp Baptist Church for many years, where he served as a Deacon, sang in the choir, taught Sunday School, and was very active with the youth in the church and the entire Nixonville Community. Ashley and his wife established Nixonville Chapel, where he served as a Trustee. He also co-founded and played with a softball team from the church. He was a proud and lifelong farmer, water sports enthusiast, and enjoyed his cattle. Ashley sold fertilizer and farm chemicals and was a crop insurance agent in the Conway area for many years. He served on the original Board of Directors for Coastal Farmers Tobacco Warehouse. He also operated a mining and excavation company. Ashley served as a Trustee for Horry Electric Cooperative since 1977 and successfully completed training through the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association to earn the status of Credentialed Cooperative Director. He earned Board Leadership and Director's Certificates through NRECA. He achieved status as a NRECA Certified Gold Director. Ashley was Chairman of the Bylaws and Policy Committee of the Trustees of Horry Electric and was a member of the Insurance and Safety, Executive, and Finance Committees. He also served as Secretary/Treasurer of the Board of Trustees. Ashley had a long wonderful life with numerous achievements. However, his greatest achievement was his love for the Blessed Trinity, his family, and his friends. Ashley never met a stranger. He considered all he came in contact with a friend, and he cherished them all. The family would like to give a special thanks to the Patriot Hospice Group for their gentle care. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, March 21, 2025 at Tilly Swamp Baptist Church with Rev. Scott Altman and Rev. Ken Herrington officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the church sanctuary. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to the charity of your choice. Please sign an online guestbook at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

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Ashley Anderson

December 9, 1939 - March 15, 2025