Christopher Byers Ashton

Christopher Byers Ashton, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. He was the devoted husband to Marsha (née Ozdarski) Ashton for 54 years, and cherished father to Catherine (the late Michael) Piotrowski, and loving "Pa" to Tucker and Scarlett. Christopher was the son of the late Captain Arthur and Dorothy Ashton, and brother to Deborah (the late Keith) Stocker and the late Brenda (the late Robert) Aiken. He is also fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews.

Christopher’s dedication to his career was marked by notable achievements. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Union College in 1967 and graduated cum laude with a Juris Doctor from the State University of New York at Buffalo Law School in 1974. He served proudly in the United States Air Force from 1967 to 1971, assigned to the Office of Special Investigations. Following his military service, Christopher contributed to the New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct from 1976 to 1981. From 1981 up until his retirement, Christopher was proud to have spent most of his career at Aldrich & Cox, Inc. While there, he was a Licensed Life and General Insurance Consultant, providing employee benefit and risk management services, giving him the title of Senior Consultant. During his years at Aldrich & Cox, Inc., Christopher also worked as an instructor at Canisius College, teaching Basic Welfare Benefits as part of their Institute for Management Development. 

Christopher’s passions extended beyond his professional life. He found joy in photography, collecting books by Rafael Sabatini, gardening, and sharing memorable barbecues with family and friends.

Family and friends are invited to honor Christopher’s memory at a Memorial Service on Tuesday, June 16th, at 11:00 AM, held at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, located at 5090 Transit Rd, Depew, NY 14043. Please see below for livestream information.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Christopher's name to Parkinson's Boxing- 1770 Colvin Blvd Buffalo, NY 14223. 

Christopher Byers Ashton’s life was a testament to devotion, service, and the simple joys of family and hobbies. He will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him.