Timothy Askew

COOLIDGE - Timothy Askew, 51, of Coolidge died on March 8, 2014, in Mesa.

The celebration of life will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at New Life Christian Center, with Pastor Joel White officiating.

Mr. Askew was born on March 4, 1963, in Phoenix. He was a butcher and was devoted to his family. He could turn a bad situation into a good one and always put others first. He was very funny, smart, kind, helpful and loving.

He is survived by his mother, Thelma J. Craig of Coolidge; a daughter, Shonda Askew of Phoenix; and a brother, Zerrick Perkins of Coolidge.

J. Warren Funeral Services, Cole & Maud Coolidge Chapel was in charge of arrangements.