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Ashley Sandau Obituary
She was born March 19, 1988, in Amory, Miss., the daughter of Mary-Liz Harte and Shelly Sandau. Ashley was a 2006 graduate and salutatorian of Bitburg High School and a 2011 graduate of St. Bonaventure University, where she earned an honors bachelor's degree in Journalism/Mass Communication and a masters degree in integrated marketing communications. She won an award for Outstanding Student in her undergraduate journalism program. She was employed as a Marketing Coordinator for United Consortium in Los Angeles.
An avid runner and captain of her college cross country team, Ashley was also captain of her high school swim team, and played soccer throughout high school. Having lived in Europe and Asia while growing up, traveling and exploring new cultures influenced who she was. She was dearly loved by her family, many friends, and her beloved cats. Ashley was a pure soul and everyone who knew her was affected by her positive influence.
In addition to her parents, Ashley is survived by her half-brother, Matthew Sandau of Longmont, Colo.; her maternal grandparents, Thomas and Dorothy Harte of Lakewood; maternal aunts and uncles, Chris and Eileen Harte Carlson of Jamestown, (cousins Brendan & Aaron Carlson) Vov and Sheila Harte Dmitriev, of Lakewood, (cousins Aidan & Declan Dmitriev) Chris Harte, (cousins Logan, Brian & Lydia Harte) of Richmond, Va.; and Nancy Harte of Jamestown. She is also survived by paternal uncles and aunts Larry & Cherry Buffington, Lori and Dean McConnell, Sherry Lindquist, Sheila & Bill Biehl, and many cousins.
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandmother, Alice Sandau Buffington, her paternal grandfather, Adolph Sandau, Aunt Shar McDonald, Uncles Steve & Alan Sandau.
Visiting hours will be from 2-4 p.m. Monday (April 9, 2012) and a celebration of Ashley's life will be held at 7 p.m. at the Lind Funeral Home, 805 W. 3rd St., Jamestown. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday (April 10, 2012) at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 380 E. Fairmount Ave., Lakewood.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation, 418 Spring St., Jamestown, NY 14701 to the Ashley Julia Sandau Scholarship Fund.
You may light a candle in remembrance of Ashley at www.lindfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ashley Sandau
kenneth reed
April 15, 2012
would have never thought someone i new would just be gone so fast and not have been able to see her one more time would make my life you will be missed by all the people who love you.
kenneth reed
"Once a Bonnie, Always a Bonnie"
S JK
April 14, 2012
Once a Bonnie, Always a Bonnie. Though everyone may not of gotten the chance to get to know Ashley, everyone at Bonaventure can feel the loss. Deepest condolences from the St. Bonaventure family.
April 13, 2012
Thank you, Ashley, for your kind hospitality at the front desk of the Richter Center. Your beautiful spirit continues to bless us. May your dear family and friends be comforted with peace.
Bob Donius, St. Bonaventure University
krissie herman
April 13, 2012
There are no words. I miss you so much and I consider myself lucky because I can call you a friend. So many memories, wish we would have taken that trip waitressing around the us lol :) you will always be in my heart.
April 13, 2012
Ashley was an amazing role model even without intending to be. We were all captivated by her intelligence and wonderful character. Deepest condolences to her family.
~Alex Miramontes Bitburg c/o 2007
Shelley S.
April 11, 2012
Shelly, to you and your entire family, my deepest condolences and sympathy for your tragic loss. I wasn't fortunate enough to meet Ashley, but I heard from you and Liz about your precious angel. May you never encounter anymore sorrow, you are in my thoughts and prayers...
Shelley S. Critical X
Jennifer Newara
April 10, 2012
I had the pleasure of meeting Ashley @ The Boston Bean, where I work. We called her "the scone girl" at first, as she would stock up on scones when we had them. We then got to know her, what a delightful, intelligent young lady. Imagine my surprise when I start a new job weeks later at Zebro's, and who walks in? The "scone girl"! I got the pleasure of working with her and getting to know her much better. She was a wonderful, caring person who just lit up the room when she walked in. What a devastating loss for the world. My deepest condolences, I am so very sorry.
Jill Jones
April 9, 2012
Shelly, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. While I was not fortunate enough to have met your daughter, I know how special she was to you. Every time you would talk about her, your eyes would light up and your face would contiue to smile. It was easy to see she was the light of your life and you were so proud of her. I am so sorry for the pain and loss you and your family are experiencing. You will remain in my prayers.
Agnes Banchs
April 8, 2012
Ashley will Always be with her Family and friends as long as we keep her in our Hearts and in our fond Memories of her Beautiful Life. She is the brightest Angel in Heaven. God Bless you all in this difficult time.
harry mc enroe
April 8, 2012
we express our deepest sympathy to mary, tom dot and all the family. a tragic loss of a lovely and talented young woman . our prayers and thoughts are with all the family harry &peggy mc enroe and family
Rho howell
April 8, 2012
My heart and prayer are with you Liz and Shelly! She will be forever Ash to John and me. She was the light in your lives and will be forever more.
love,
Rhodeen
Judith Sparks & Family
April 8, 2012
You are loved and will be missed dearly.Liz and Shelly love you guys always.
Christina Brown
April 7, 2012
I am praying for God to bless you all with the strength during this time. Liz, I love you and I am deeply saddened by your loss. May God be with you.
emily kuhl
April 6, 2012
Dear Eileen,
I was so shocked and saddened to read the death of your niece Ashley. I wish it could have been me, instead of her. I would have gladly changed places with her. She had her whole life ahead of her, and I've lived long enough. Still suffering and struggling with major depression. I ceertainly don't want to live a long life. What can I do to help at this terrible time? Why does God take the young and healthy, yet let older people suffer into old age? I'm so, so sorry.
Love,
Emily Kuhl
Joan & Martin Dermody
April 6, 2012
May God bless you and continue to give you and your family strength during this time of sorrow.
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