Catherine Louise Ashcraft, 76 of Columbus, GA passed away Wednesday May 6, 2026 with her loving family by her side.

A visitation will be held from 4:00-6:00PM, Friday May 8, 2026 at McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory, 3874 Gentian Blvd. Columbus, GA31907. Her funeral service will be held 2:00 PM, Monday May 11, 2026 in the chapel at First Baptist Church, 212 12th Street, Columbus, GA 31901 with Dr. James C. Elder, Jr. officiating.

Catherine was born July 27, 1949 in Darlington, SC but grew up in Alderson, WV and was the youngest of six sisters, to the late James Hobart Erskine and June Grimmett Erskine. Her career as a caregiver brought her much happiness, caring for other people.

Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Dean Ashcraft. 

Survivors include her sons: Lance “Andy” Ashcraft (Lisa) of Fortson, GA and James David Ashcraft (Eddie Kay) of Smith Station, AL, sisters: Betty Lightfoot (Hank) of Vancouver Washington and Sarah Erskine of Homestead, FL. niece: Maria Griffis and nephew: John Restrepo. Grandchildren: Kayla Nelson (Josh), Haley Myers, David Ashcraft (Kerri), Megan Ashcraft, Abbie Ashcraft, Aeriell Ashcraft and James Hopkin, twelve great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.