James Robert (Rob) Ashmore II

December 24, 1970 - August 25, 2021

James Robert “Rob” Ashmore II, 50, of Spartanburg, SC, passed away Wednesday, August 25, 2021. He was the loving husband of Lori Annette Ashmore and the son of Frances Smith Ashmore and the late James Robert “Butch” Ashmore. Rob was a chef by trade and passion. He believed that feeding people was his gift and calling and an act of love. He worked at Spartanburg Regional where he met his wife, Lori. They fell in love quickly and married in Charleston, SC on the beach: his favorite spot. He loved being outdoors, especially on the water. He enjoyed woodworking and being creative. He was devoted to his family and close friends, whom he loved fiercely. He and his family were members of Mountain Bridge Community Church in Greer. In addition to his wife and mother, Rob is survived by his children, Avery Ashmore (Savannah Holden) and Carson Duthu; his sister, Regina Betsill (Steve); nephew and niece Dallas and Savannah Betsill; and his loving aunts Margaret Ann Godfrey (Jimmy) and Ginny Gwinn. He is predeceased by his son, Gavin Ashmore. A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 PM, Monday, August 30, 2021 at Living Waters Funeral Home & Crematory, 529 Spartanburg Hwy S, Lyman, SC 29365. Masks are requested. Pastors Annie Smith and Steve Boiter are officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) or Sharing Hope SC.