Cindy Lou Ashling

Cindy Ashling of Dawson died on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at her home in Dawson at the age of 65.

A Celebration of Life for Cindy will be held from 2pm to 4:00pm on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Crossroads Church in Dawson.

Arrangements are with Hanson & Dahl Funeral Home in Dawson.

Cindy Lou Ashling was born in Dawson, MN on July 16, 1961 to Loren and Claire (Fousek) Ashling. She was baptized and confirmed at the Presbyterian Church. She grew up in Dawson and graduated from Dawson High School in 1979. Following high school she attended technical college in Wadena, MN majoring in Cosmetology and minor in music and dance. She then attended Ellendale Bible College in Ellendale, SD and then St. Cloud State in St. Cloud, MN. Cindy worked as a caregiver in nursing homes in the area for a number of years in addition to working for a Doggie Daycare. Cindy was active in CARES, Community Active Resource and Education group and in AA since 1981. She was a member of Cross Roads Lutheran Church and enjoyed singing in the church choir. Her hobbies included: Guitar, mandolin, piano, singing, baton twirling, and horseback riding.

She is survived by her brother, Lannie (Brenda) Ashling, Dawson; sister-in-law, Diana (Harold) Kruckman of Montevideo; numerous nieces and nephews and extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Loren and Claire Ashling; brothers: Larry and Gary; and a sister, Susan (Doug) Myers.