Liam Gage Ashby

Liam Gage Ashby, 6, of St. Augustine, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026 in his home. He was born January 4, 2020, in Galesburg, Illinois, the son of Mason Ashby and Abigail Kitch. He was in 1st grade, attending Hedding Grade School.

Those left to cherish his memory are his parents; Abigail (Noah German) of St. Augustine, Mason Ashby of Abingdon; brother, Cason Ashby; grandparents, Gaylen and Coy Kitch of Avon, Justin and Tiffany Frakes of Abingdon, Stephen Ashby of Abingdon and Carisa and Daniel Garza of Galesburg; aunts and uncles, James Martin, Jr., Corina (Colton) Walters, Payton (Valerie) Ashby of Abingdon, Skylar Ashby of Galesburg, Brodye Frakes of Abingdon, Brooklynn Frakes of Wapello, IA, Nicholas German and Elias German of Galesburg. Numerous great-aunts, uncles, cousins also survive.

He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, James Martin and Catherine Martin, grandparents, Roy and Carol Kitch; uncles, Thomas and Devin Kitch.

Liam loved to dance and laugh. He was a hoarder and enjoyed playing with animals. He loved school and socializing. He never knew a stranger. He liked to watch Mickey Mouse Clubhouse. He loved to flirt with married women.

Liam will always be remembered for his infectious smile and ability to turn the worst day into the best day. He was the sweetest, most innocent and pure soul. He loved his family deeply and will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

A Celebration of Liam’s Life will be held from 2:00-5:00 p.m., Sunday, November 8, 2026, at the Abingdon-Avon Middle School in Avon. Cremation rites will be accorded following the service. The family requests that attendees wear their favorite character tees in Liam’s honor. Memorial contributions may be made to the wishes of the family and left in the care of the funeral home. Moore Memorial Home, Avon, is handling the arrangements. For more information or to leave an online condolence, please visit our website at www.moorememorial.com