Phillip Ashby

Phillip "Poppy" Ashby, 87, of Geneva, Kentucky, passed away on March 23, 2026, at Red Banks Nursing Home.

He was born in Henderson, Kentucky, to the late Henry and Mary (Tegethoff) Ashby. Phillip was a dedicated farmer and a hardworking man who took great pride in his work. He was of the Catholic faith.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, John Ashby, Dorothy O'Daniel, Richard Ashby, Martha Duncan, Henry Ashby, Ben Ashby, and Robert Ashby.

Phillip is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Janet (Patmore) Ashby; his sons, Dale Ashby (Janice), Steven Ashby, and Rodney Ashby; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Tomblinson Funeral Home, with Bro. Tim Shockley officiating. Burial will follow at Smith Mills Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Thursday from 10:00 AM until the time of service at the funeral home.