Ashley “Ash” Rolf Jones, 37, of Southern Shores, died November 12, 2019, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Denver, Colo. on September 15, 1982, he was the son of Beverly Koops Jones of Kill Devil Hills 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 four 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 wife Kellie Crawford Jones; sons Jack and Colt Jones; brothers Randy Jones of Kitty Hawk and Mark Jones and wife Izumi of Los Angeles, Calif.; mother and father-in-law Geri and Danny Crawford of Kill Devil Hills; brother-in-law Gerald Crawford and wife Amy of Manteo; a niece and three nephews.

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.

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