The family of John Asher has set up a scholarship fund in his name.
Asher, a Grayson County native and horse racing giant, died of a heart attack Monday while on vacation with his family in Florida.
Asher graduated from Western Kentucky University and remained a lifelong fan of his alma mater, and in honor of his relationship with the university, Asher’s family has created a scholarship fund (along with WKU) to help students pursue a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
Those wishing to contribute may do so in the following ways:
- Via Mail — Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the John Asher Scholarship Fund, c/o College Heights Foundation, 1906 College Heights Blvd. 41016, Bowling Green, KY 42101. Checks should be made payable to the College Heights Foundation and please note John Asher Scholarship Fund in the memo line.
- Via Phone — Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the John Asher Scholarship Fund, c/o College Heights Foundation, by calling 270-745-4597 and providing a credit card number. Please indicate over the phone that the gift is in memory of John Asher.
- Online — Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the John Asher Scholarship Fund, c/o WKU College Heights Foundation, by clicking her.
Asher funeral arrangements
Asher’s visitation has been scheduled for Tuesday at Churchill Downs from 10:00 until 7:00 central time. His funeral will be Wednesday at 1:00 (central time) at the Cathedral of the Assumption in downtown Louisville.
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By Ken Howlett, News Director
Contact Ken at ken@k105.com or 2760-259-6000
