LAFAYETTE, La. — Arthur Hartie Spence Jr., a respected Lafayette businessman and president of ASH Industries, tragically lost his life in a glider crash in Utah that also ignited a small wildfire.
Authorities confirmed that the crash occurred in a remote area of Utah, where Spence, 60, was flying a glider. The impact sparked a wildfire, which was quickly contained by emergency crews.
Spence was widely known in the Lafayette business community as the founder and president of ASH Industries, a company specializing in custom injection molding and product development. Under his leadership, the company grew to become a key player in manufacturing and innovation.
Those who knew him remember Spence as a visionary entrepreneur, mentor, and generous spirit who was passionate about both his work and community.
News of his passing has deeply saddened colleagues, employees, and friends. Tributes have poured in from across Louisiana and beyond, honoring his legacy of leadership, creativity, and commitment to excellence.
An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the crash.
Arthur Hartie Spence Jr. leaves behind a lasting impact on the manufacturing industry and the countless lives he touched throughout his remarkable career.
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