Obit: Curtin, Ashton Michael (2003 - 2022)

Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail: dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org 

Surnames: Curtin, Ohaugherty, Scheuer, Hoglund, Benson

----Source: Marshfield News-Herald (Marshfield, Wood Co., WI) 12/02/2022

Curtain, Ashton Michael (30 December 2003 – 5 November 2022)

Ashton Michael Curtin, age 18, was taken far too soon in an automobile accident November 5, 2022, in Florence County.

Ashton was born on December 30, 2003, in Marshfield to Kim Ohaugherty.

Ash loved life, making others laugh, motivating others to be their best, and helping those he cared for. He played hard and worked harder. He learned a strong work ethic, love of animals and the outdoors by working alongside his mother throughout his life, caring for and training animals. He never met an animal that didn't instantly respond to him.

Ash could be found exploring state and county parks, adventuring with friends, family or his beloved dog Emma (who passed away just two days after him). Growing up he enjoyed skateboarding, high school football and wrestling, and all things outdoors. As he grew, he became a skilled welder at RamRod, and a devoted weight lifter. He shared a love of classic music and cars with his mom. His classic mustang is a treasure he left for his family to finish for him. Ashton was an old soul with a gift for touching so many lives, of all ages and backgrounds. He had a unique sense of humor and mischievous streak that got him into trouble as much as it got him out of it. While his time with us was far too short, his impact will last forever.

Ashton is survived by his mother, Kim Ohaugherty, he is also survived by the families that have adopted them; Larry Scheuer and family; Erik and Krista Hoglund and family, and Brent Benson. All became tremendous influences in his life, that he was eternally grateful for, and a better man for knowing. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Mary N Benson.

A memorial service is planned for spring of 2023. He will be laid to rest in West Spencer Cemetery during a private ceremony.