September 15, 1982 – November 12, 2019
SOUTHERN SHORES — Ashley “Ash” Rolf Jones, 37, of Southern Shores, NC died Tuesday, November 12, 2019, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Denver, CO on September 15, 1982, he was the son of Beverly Koops Jones of Kill Devil Hills, NC and the late Spencer Jones.
While earning his degree from Texas Wesleyan University, Ash was able to pursue his passion by playing for the Rams Golf Team for 4 years. He served as the PGA professional for several golf courses, locally The Pointe. He was also the founder and former owner and operator of Turf’s Up OBX. In addition to passion for golf was his passion for flying. Ash was proud to mention he obtained his pilot’s license before his driver’s license. Always with a smile on his face, the most important thing in his life was family. Ash took great pride in coaching his sons’ baseball teams.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Kellie Crawford Jones; two sons, Jack and Colt Jones; brothers, Randy Jones of Kitty Hawk, NC and Mark Jones and wife Izumi of Los Angeles, CA; mother and father-in-law, Geri and Danny Crawford of Kill Devil Hills, NC; brother-in-law, Gerald Crawford and wife Amy of Manteo, NC; niece, Brayleigh Jones; and three nephews, Ryan, Reese, and Enzo Jones.
In keeping with Ash’s wishes, there will be no service. A celebration of his life will be announced in the future.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to OBX Baseball League, PO 1233, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949.
Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and memories can be shared at www.TwifordFH.com.
