Christina Ashley Merrigan, 84 of Howell NJ died Tuesday July 28, 2020 at Spring Oak of Toms River. Born in Fouke Arkansas she resided in Spring Lake Heights prior to Howell NJ. She worked as a Residential Counselor for Easter Seals and owned The Therapeutic Massage Center of Spring Lake Heights; in both cases dedicating her life to the welfare of others, including her family. Surviving are her children Jerry Ickles of Howell NJ, John Ickles of Prairieville, LA, Shana Spinola of Encinitas California, 5 grandchildren, David, Jonathan, Joseph, Kevin Bryan Ickles and 15 great grandchildren. Private burial was at Greenwood Cemetery in Brielle. Oliverie Funeral Home, Manchester is in charge of arrangements. For directions or to send on-line condolences, please visit our website at www.oliveriefuneralhome.com.