The Sugar Bar and the Ashford & Simpson Family have finalized funeral arrangements for Nick Ashford.
Abyssinian Baptist Church, 132 W 138 St., (bet., Lenox and Seventh Avenues), Harlem.
Monday, August 29, at 6:30 pm, 212.579.0222
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Praying for you & your family Mrs Simpson A great Lost to our world, My Hubsand & I Love your Music, Our 25th we danced to solid as a Rock, we been married 37 yrs this past Aug ,
What a beautiful memory ,wonderful life awesome committed marriage.
Thank you so much.May your beautiful wife and children be blessed wth comfront and peace.
I have so many lovely memories of the music of Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson. Rest in peace, Nick, and my thoughts are with your wife and children at this sad time.
We have enjoyed the music A and Simpson for many years. The team as we new it will be missed .. But,, when i lived in New Jersey, i saw them every chance i got. The first time was in 1977 , they opened for Lou Rawls and I have been love with them from then and i play their music in my car during my outings. God Bless the families. Not only do we love your music, but you all as a couple that managed to stay together and raise a bea utiful family. God Bless.
A 1 of A Kind And A Kind Generous Soul Gonna Miss U Nick See U Further on Down The Road
Gypsy
Dear Mrs. Simpson-Ashford,
I have had the privledge and honor of being mesmerized buy you and your husband’s awesome concerts. Some of your songs were so beautiful I would be in tears. Nick Ashford’s passing has brought me to tears. I would watch everything I could about the both of you. I was always amazed at the love I could see when you looked at each other. I certainly have had you and your two daughters in my prayers. Nick will forever live in your heart and soul. His songwriting and voice will live on forever.
Mr. Nick Ashford rest in piece. All my love and respect.
RIP Nick. I’d be there Monday but I can’t request off work cause it’s already Sat night. What else can I say…the songs, the talent, the entertainment…second to none.
To Valerie. Your music saw me through alot of hard times and good times.Nick will surely be missed, but take comfort that he is at rest and at peace.You will see him again and make even more beautiful music,because you willbe in a perfect paradise. Hold on to Gods hand and seek his comfort.
i just want to say i love you daddy and will miss you ill see you in my dreams. no one ever new i exsisted but you did thats all that counts…..
Nick Ashford will truly be missed I have had the pleasure of seeing the group many times in Baltimore, MD at the Old Painters Mills Theather, The Civic Center, The Lyric, and about 2 years age you were here at The International Festival. My husband and I are true fans of yours . So RIP Nick your job here on earth has been done and the heavenly doors are open to welcome you.
My husband and I grew up on your music as friends and lovers. “Is it still good to you ya” , “It seems to hang on” and “Solid as a Rock”, Thank you for your ministry of love! May the God of love and comfort continue to bring to your heart the love and comfort that you’ve brought to others.
Thanks for the music..The great Nick co–wrote “tears dry on their own” for Amy Winehouse..You can hear Nick’s trademark “ain’t no mountain higher enough” in it..check it out on you tube.
Everyone please follow #NickAshford daugher on Twitter @asiaashford
lets all keep praying for this family
So much I want to say, as someone looking from the outside Thank you. For not only the music and talents shared but as a young Black girl growing up to see two Black people that really were married, loved one another and their family through the years. Peace be to you all, God Bless..
my husband and i love nick and val so much that its feels like we lost a part of us. Our heart goes out to val and family. we will never forget nick and will always still love val forever.
Asford-Simpson Family & Friends;
My profound sympathies for your loss, our loss. But I thank God for The Gift of Nick Ashford. You his family and friends were blessed even more because you had the great joy of calling him Husband/Lover/Creative Collaborator… Father…Family and Friend. What cherished memories you have to look back on. May God comfort you all, but esp. Valarie,because for you there is an unfillable void. Know that you are thought of in prayer and loved….
Prayers and sympathies to your family. I have enjoyed your talent for over 40 years,have seen u in concert numerous times,and met you both a few times. no greater 2 people have been on this earth. love and prayers to you and your family.
such wonderful positive music. the kind of music that kept a marriage together. music that said listen to the concerns that your spouse has.
music that was shared between two people that made a commitment
that said until death do us part. thank you for being the example of what
love is all about.
I’ve loved Nick Ashford andValerie Simson over the past 31 years of joy and fun. They were a great couple as well as a positive role model in the community. Our prayers are with the family and know God will take care of you. Much love
I’ve loved Ashford and Simson music of love over the past 32 years. Heaven sent us a special give two lovely couples who touch the world. I’m truly grateful and thankful for the blessings. I glad I got the chance to meet guys two years ago and I was able to meet and greet you guys. I also have taken pictures with the lovely couple. I have the pictures in my photo album and will cherish the memories and songs. I played the music all week to honor you guys. Our prayers go out to the family. Much Love D.T.
Nick and Valarie was our Black Camelot before President Obama and Michelle because they were the ambassadors of LOVE, family,romance,energy,determenation, business and gave us love songs that you embrace on a spring day as you ride down Pacific Coast Highway. My all time favorite song is “Ani’t it a Shame” and the beautiful intro by Nick. I saw them several times throughout their career but the most memorable performance was 1978 in Fort Worth,Texas at the Tarrant County County Convention theater. Two hours of professional entertainment which was awesome!
My wife and I finally made it to the Sugar Bar last June and had I good time even though Nick and Val did’nt come by that night. Nick and Valerie are love twins forever and he will miss him dearly. I see Valarie playing ‘Bourgie Bourgie” on the piano while Nick is smiling and jamming. We will keep Valarie and is daughters in our prayers.
Donald Willis “TexasJazz”
My thoughts and prayers are with the Ashford Family. Nick and Valerie has given us a their greatest gift, it was wonderful and inspiring.. The love alone shared between a husband and wife and it personified greatness and illuminated the world! “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough”.
Mrs Simpson,
Your musis with your husband was the best. I still listen to your music all the time. May God bless you and your family in your time of loss. Mr Simpson had a way about him that was magic when he looked in your eyes and you two just sing like it was for the first time.
Nick you are missed all over the world RIP Tony Sydney Australia
Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson has left a legacy of music on us all and I am very grateful that I was blessed to know them in my lifetime. dear Valerie I am sure that no words of comfort at this time can heal the hurt of the loss of Nick–Trust that God will carry you through this sad time and know your fans love you. Michael
I cried when I heard Ashford of “Ashford and Simpson” had died. Just two days ago I watched Solid as a Rock video, where thier love shone through, so beautifully and tenderly. What a magnicent couple. What a fine example of what love can accomplish. My heart goes out to his wife and two daughters. Life will nevder be the same without him. Thank you for all your soulful and profound music.
val u are a beautiful person, I remember having a chance to meet u some years ago.I am so sorry for your lost. God bless you and your family.
The Ashford and Simpson family have my deepest, deepest condolences. I am praying for the family for strength that God will see them through it all.
He will be deeply missed, I thank God for the gift that Ashford and his wife gave to us through all of their music that will never be forgotten. May Nickie Ashford, in Jesus name, rest in peace.
Lena Glenn
Whilst in the midst of trying to process everything this past Thursday evening, a brave Valerie Simpson emerged from her personal grief, to do what she does so extraordinarily at the Sugar Bar’s “Open Mike Nite.” What ensued that evening in word and song, celebrated the life of Nick Ashford, the homegoing of Nick Ashford and the birthday of Valerie Simpson. Needless to say, a multi-emotional evening was had by all, including Val. We even had a little churrrrch!
As part of the “Sugar Bar Family” (you know who you are) sincere condolences and heartfelt prayers go out to Val, their daughters and family. May God continue to bless you, as every day is a blessing!
Tis hard to fathom a visual of an ever gracious Nick not being at his table in the Cat Lounge on Thursday evenings. Rest in peace Nick Ashford.
My condolences and prayers go out to you Valerie, your daughters and the whole family for your loss. The music industry as well as your many fans has also suffered a major loss that will leave a void that can’t be replaced. I personally have been a fan of Ashford and Simpson for many years, starting in the early 70′s. Be strong, and May God’s Mercy and Grace be with you during this time of sorrow.
NA, A truly graceful man. RIP
When I read of Nick’s passing I was in shock, it was as if I lost a friend. I grew up on your music, the music that you two made will last forever throughout the entire world. You two were destined to meet one another and the world saw the results, such a great songwriting team you two were and a great stage presence together. I am sorry for your loss. Be strong Valerie, we love you.
Thanks for the informative updates!
my condolances to valerie and family. Your marriage and great songs were an inspiration to all. May God give you peace and comfort. Nick will be missed.
A great legion of all time, a romantic icon, my thoughts and prayers are with you Mr. Ashford and your wonderful family you have left behind. Thus only for a while, Bless with the voice of a song bird, the Lord chose to call on you. We shall greatly miss you,,for this world your journey has ended, but in spirit you shall never leave. God bless the family and protect all.
R.I.P. Nick. You’ve been an inspiration to every one of us. Thanks GOD for letting us have him for this short time. Valerie you now have a BIG SOLID ROCK, his name is GOD. Trust in him. GOD also called on my husband to come home after 38 years of marriage, he to had cancer. We got married in 1965. I still love him just like I did the day we got married. GOD is good. Valerie you know that, you and Nick met in CHURCH. Stay strong, you have alot of people who are willing to be there if you need them. Dear GOD please Bless this family. Amen
To the family of Nick Ashford! My prayers go out to you all. Valerie you and Nick was the best as singers and a couple. I will never forget going to one of your concerts in Oct 1979 I was 7 months pregnant with my first born
It was the best. I feel your pain the since of lost but in time it will get easier but never forgotten.
To the strong, beautiful family of Master Nicholas Ashford:
What an awesome couple! Nick Ashford & Valerie Simpson are ambassadors of love and goodwill who are annointed to share their ministry of music with adoring fans from all over the world. Nick leaves a sterling legacy of talent, professionalism and creativity unmatched on this planet.
To Valerie, daughters, and to the entire Ashford-Simpson family and circle:
Our prayers, thoughts and condolences go with you today, and in the hours, weeks and months ahead. Nick Ashford will be missed by the New York community and by the world. We are eternally grateful for the wonderful and timeless contributions by your family. Not only did Nick contribute as a team member, but his sacrifices and time given to the arts can never be repaid by us. Wish there were more time for you and your family to be in his presence. Valerie, thank you for sharing with us the beautiful poems and love songs that you and your devoted husband,Nick, inevitably shared with your fans..
There are always lessons in life and in passing. Nick taught us how to love, imagine and be free in song. For Val and the family…although the loss is great, know that the power within you is greater than the power that’s in the world. Continued blessings.
Will surely be missed. My condolences to Valerie
God Bless the family of Nickolas Ashford and give them your peace that passeth all understanding.
A Strong couple that anyone would love to emulate! I always remember my mother listening to your music & telling me of ur story (a beautiful one tht I admire) u will be missed but always appreciated, honored & respected!! We love the entire Ashford & Simpson family!!!! S.I.P……
SING, NICK, SING ! ! !
My deepest sympathies for your very sad loss.
Words alone cannot begin to express my disbelief and sadness on hearing the news of Nick’s death.
Ashford and Simpson songs will always be dear to my heart as I grew up with their music.
His passing is a very sad time not only to family and friends but also to fans and the music world. His demise will leave a hug dent in the lives of many but he will live on through his music and memories.
RIP Nick Ashford. My family and I had the pleasure of meeting you and your beautiful wife Valerie at the Sugar Bar many times when my daughter Tori Diaz sang there at open mics. You’re a legend. I’ve always loved your music and it was a privilege to meet you and have Valerie sing backup for my girl. Found a Cure is still one of my favorite songs. So sad.
my deepest sympathy goes out to Valerie and the rest of the family. we have lost a legend. not only in the music community, but the community of mankind. I had the honor of working with nik and I just want the community to know that there’s not many like him. his place among us will leave a void for years to come. his passing marks a changing of the guard in the music industry. and it gets weaker every time a great artist passes. Valerie I love you and the family. Nichols, sleep well my friend.
WOO
cincinnati
“Said I would know you, anywhere you go.”
Since your record “Send It,” your music has given me so much inner strengh and love throughout the years. The legend continues to live in you and your children Valerie. Nick’s legacy continues to live on.
With love,
Deborah P.
As a professional photographer is never gets better when you have the opportunity to meet and photograph your favority singing duo. I had that pleasure. Several years ago at the ArtScape in Baltimore Maryland, I had the pleasure of meeting Nick, Val and Monique behind stage before their performance.
As the duo walked on stage, the ladies roared. Val in her cool, calm way simply said, “Ladies, Ladies. He’s all mine.” And the show started. Being a photographer and at the front of the stage, I got to witness the performance of a lifetime. Several pictures I took that night are proudly displayed in the portrait gallery of my website (www.EsquirePhotos.com).
Thank you Nick and Val for sharing your lives and music with us, Val continue to be strong and Nick, GOD bless and may you rest in peace.
Clinton Pettiford, Esq.
Esquire Photos, Inc.
Baltimore, Maryland
I love you both, but to lose your better half I know that you are hurting. God bless you Valarie you are in my prayers. Just know that one day youwill see him again. He is in no pain. Just remembser that we are just here on this earth for a little while. god bless you and the family.
What a wonderful couple they were, Nick! God shined his light on u and u followed, u will be missed, val u both has inspired me on how a man and a woman should love each other, God truely had placed u two together in this life and will return u to each other again, Send it! was one of my favorite. Valerie u know God will never put more on u than u can bear, he has blessed u guys with two wonderful young Ladies. Nick has been Welcome home with all of our wonderful Legends a the Heavenly gates, Nick will always be with us through songs that u both so elegantly placed together, so stay strong Val the Wind of Nick will always be right around the corner.
Grace and Peace to u and your Family.
Debra Powers
NJ
one of the best couples I know. I grew up with them, beautiful couple.
A one of a kind, special beautiful loving couple who i have love and admired through out the news. you are well love and respected. may god bless and continued to take care of you. The most admired and love couples of all times. we will pray for you and the family. I grew up on you music and love it to this day.
It’s September 10th and I have had time to think of the history that was made when God allowed both Nick and Valarie to grace the planet. Nick you have taken Val as your wife and for yearts the two of you have made beautiful music together. You have displayed to young black men and women that together if two walk hand in hand and share the passion of their heart together longevity and a committed marriage can work…you guys are proof of this. I just want to thank God for giving us Nick Ashford and all the music that He allowed Nick to create and give to the world. Valarie and Nicole and Monique God has called home His angel but have allowed you as family to experience His love through your husband and father. I would like to thank you girls for sharing a beautiful black music genius with all of us. May God continue to hold you up as a family during this dark time. Yes, you are “Solid as a Rock”!
Love a fan, Robin D. Summers
Your lives were..solid as a rock. Saw u Nick on the no.5 train so long ago..walking through the cars with your long midi coat..must’ve been the early 70′s..u know this is only a transformation…carry on!
Oops..I meant long MAXI coat.. well u know we age..and move on to wonderful things.