With the heaviest of hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Ashley on Wednesday December 13, 2023, at the age of 39. Surrounded by her loving parents, Daniel and Cheryl, her sister Robyn and fiancé Chris, Ashley’s suffering has finally ended.
Ashley was always a fighter, never giving up. Starting with type 1 diabetes at the age of 12, Ashley dealt with serious medical issues her entire life. From early on to her greatest battle with metastatic breast cancer in March 2023, she never quit the fight.
She underwent many types of treatment to beat this horrific disease and did so with bravery, integrity and grace. She so desperately wanted more time with her family and friends (as we all did, too), and was willing to undergo more chemotherapy, radiation and other treatments to continue fighting.
Ashley’s memory will live on through her parents, sister, future brother-in-law, extended family, friends, and her soon-to-be nephew.
A Celebration of Life will be held for Ashley on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Ave., Ottawa, ON. The Celebration will begin at 10:00 am with a service for family and friends to share memories, followed by a reception.
The family kindly requests donations to the Diabetes Association of Canada and/or to Breast Cancer Canada, instead of flowers.
Gone too soon, but never forgotten.
Digital Guestbook
Jude Brazeau
Lisa Fiander
I worked with Ashley during a difficult, stressful time and I remember how she acted with such grace and care. It seems that she moved through all of her life in that gracious and careful way. My condolences to her family and friends.
Gary Holub
I had the pleasure of working with Ashley earlier in her career at Health Canada. Intelligent, sharp witted, and full of good humour; I have great respect for Ashley. Departed too soon!
Trevor Reid
Although I only knew her as a trusted work colleague, I appreciated her dedication, sense of humour and professionalism; handling pressure with skill and calm. My condolences to her friends and family.
Line et Gilles Rancourt
Cheryl et Daniel. Nous sommes de tout cœur avec vous lors de cette triste et pénible épreuve. Nos plus sincères sympathies et bon courage.
Claire and Peter Kennedy
Dear Cheryl, Robyn, Dan and Chris
We offer you our deepest condolences on your devastating loss. It seems like yesterday that our girls played soft ball together. Ashley was a kind, strong and driven young women. We hope that all you fond memories of Ashley bring you comfort in such difficult times. Please know we are thinking of you
Milene Crispin
My deepest condolences to Dan, Cheryl, Robyn, and the rest of the family. Ashley was such a kind, intelligent, and imaginative person. We shared our childhoods and I have the fondest memories of her.
Judy McLellan
Many of my earliest memories on earth are of Ashley and her humor, strength and intelligence as childhood friends and teammates. Sending my deepest condolences to Ashley’s family and loved ones during this difficult time. May she rest in peace.
HCol John Wright
I am so sorry for our collective loss. Ashley was taken from us far too soon. She was brave and resilient and loved by many. May she sleep easy. My very deep condolences to her family and loved ones.
Mario and Ginette Lalande
Our deepest and most sincere condolences. Your are in our thoughts and prayers during these difficult times.
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family.