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Leah ASHE Obituary
Of Salobrena, Spain, passed away November 10, 2020 at the age of 40. Leah, an avid learner and traveler, dedicated her life to the pursuit of knowledge and culture. She graduated from Orchard Park high school as valedictorian and went on to the University of Notre Dame where she excelled on the women's crew team and embraced the fighting Irish spirit. Her passion and curiosity brought her to Europe where she completed her masters and PHD in the field of Food Security. Leah had recently worked as a research fellow at the University of Catalunya, Spain. She will always be remembered for her deep commitment to learning and sharing her wealth of knowledge with the vibrant community or people around her. Leah was the daughter of Tom and the late Diane Ashe; step-daughter of Mary Ellen Ashe; sister of Greg (Cindy) Ashe; step- sister of Mary Kate Luff; granddaughter of Rose and the late Jack Ashe, Rich and the late Mary Jane DiSarno; also, many other relatives. Funeral service in the future when Covid-19 allows. Donations may be made in Leah's name, to Buffalo Rotory Foundation, 701 Seneca St. Arrangements by the JAMES W. CANNAN FUNERAL HOME, register book at www.CANNANFH.com
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Carl Behrend
April 5, 2021
I am so saddened to learn of Leah's passing. As her high school counselor, I feel she was on the finest students' and individuals I had the pleasure of working with over the course of my career. My sincere condolences to the family.
AG
March 24, 2021
She will be deeply missed--she was a remarkable person.
SA
December 24, 2020
Leah will be deeply missed in the activist community.
Joe Fahey
December 17, 2020
I'm sorry for your loss, Tom. May your girl rest in peace.
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Rosanne and Tom Dee
December 15, 2020
We are so very sorry for your loss. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers
Helen Djordjevich Rosati
December 15, 2020
My sincere sympathy is extended to Leah´s family at the sudden loss of a beautiful, bright young woman. The world has lost a shining star. Memory eternal, +Leah.
Helen D. Rosati,
English Dept., Orchard Park High School
Bill Witzleben
December 14, 2020
Tom, Greg & Family,
Our deepest sympathy to your family, may Diane and Leah be at peace together and watch over you. God Bless
michele Battista hodge
December 14, 2020
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I had the privilege to be with Diane when Leah was born. May Leah rest in peace with Diane.
Maureen Cancilla
December 13, 2020
To Leah´s family I express my heartfelt condolences. Leah was my student (Spanish) for two consecutive years. Her most astute intellect was stellar and obvious to all. I am deeply saddened to hear the stunning news of her passing. May she Rest In Peace.
Patricia and José Justicia-Linde
December 13, 2020
We were shocked and dismayed to learn of Leah´s passing. She was a lovely and talented young woman, and the world is the poorer for her loss. What a marvelous student she was! Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Ashe family.
Rosanna Marszalek
December 13, 2020
Tom and Greg I am so saddened to hear about Leah´s passing. I have many fond memories of her growing up next door. She was always so very special. Praying you will find peace in knowing she is with Diane now.
Mary Ann Downs-Strath
December 13, 2020
Dear Tom and family, it is with a heavy heart that I am writing this. Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for all of you.
I kept contact with Leah for some time after she moved to Europe. What a vibrant, beautiful and brilliant young woman she was. This is so hard to believe.
I still remember her stopping in after her run through Crystal Beach, just to say "Hi". Leah is with her loving Mom now. There is some comfort in that.
Prayers and Love,
Mary Ann & Bob
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