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Ashley Stewart Obituary

Ashley Nichole Stewart

Des Moines

Ashley Stewart, 18, passed away on May 3, 2011. Services will be on Saturday, May 7, 2011 at Hamilton's on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines with visitation from 12 to 1 p.m. and the service at 1 p.m.

Ashley was born on December 23, 1992 to Kim and Jon Stewart. She was a student a Ruby Van Meter School and participated in Special Olympics. Ashley always had a laugh and a smile for her family and her friends who cared for her at ChildServe. She loved the outdoors and the colors orange and hot pink.

She will be greatly missed by her mom, Kim Stewart; father, Jon (Kari) Stewart; grandparents, Jill and Tal Zagar; her aunt, Wendy (Mark) Wassink; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Ashley was preceded in death by her grandparents, LaVerne and Shirley Stewart; and great-grandparents, Kathryn and Edward Dywer, Fern and Tony Zagar.

Memorial contributions may be directed to ChildServe. Online condolences may be made at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on May 5, 2011.

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Penny Greenwood

May 23, 2011

Dear Kim and family,
I wanted to express my deepest heartfelt sympathy. I just learned of her passing, and I am heart sick for you all. I hope the memories, and the good times will help comfort you in the difficult days ahead. I am truly sad for you.

Carol & Perry Nordness

May 9, 2011

Tal and Jill,
Although we never met Ashley we know how much you both loved her and how big a hole it must leave in your hearts. We are so very sorry for your loss, heaven has another angel. Love and hugs, Carol and Perry

Karen & Pat Shelley

May 8, 2011

Dear Kim & Family ~
We are all saddened to hear of Ashley's passing. She was a beautiful girl with a wonderful smile. She lightened up the lives of those around her. She will be truly missed.
Kim, you were an amazing Mom. Ashley was blessed to have you. Our thoughts & prayers are with you the rest of your family.

Sending our Love & Hugs,

Kristi Wickre

May 7, 2011

Kim and family,
Ashley always had a smile when I would see her at Smouse. She will be missed by all whose lives she touched. Your family is in my prayers.

Lori Bellville and family

May 7, 2011

Kim, Jon, Tal and Jill, I am so sorry to hear about Ashley passing away. Please know you are in my prayers. I haven't seen Ashley for years but when she would come over she was such a sweet young lady. She is definitely one sweet angel.

Julie Daly

May 7, 2011

Dear Kim,
I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family. Ashley was a beautiful young lady who always brought great joy for those of us who had the pleasure of working with her. She will be greatly missed!

Amber Oliver Johnston

May 6, 2011

Kim,
My heart goes out to you...I only wish that I could say words that may ease your pain..but only time and God will do that. Ashley was very lucky to have you in her life as her mother, teacher and friend. She is an angel in heaven as well as on earth. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lisa and Kent Tindell

May 6, 2011

Kim and Jon,

We were saddened by the news of Ashley and are so sorry for your loss.
We haven't seen Ashley in 7 years but know the joy she brought you.

Our thoughts are with you and your extended families.

Maureen & Doug Wiebe

May 6, 2011

Jill & Tal,
We are so sorry to hear of your grand-daughter's passing, may you take solice knowing that she is now at rest, no more pain or suffering. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Marilyn Wassink

May 6, 2011

Dear Kim and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate Ashley's life, and especially as you say goodbye to her.
Bidding farewell to someone we love is so difficult......our love and prayers are with you.
Jerry and Marilyn Wassink (Mark's parents)

Jodi Felice

May 6, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Ashley had a great spirit and way of making anyone smile. My prayers go out to all the family during this difficult time.

Brenda McIntosh(Childserve)

May 6, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Ashley was an amazing young lady and I was very lucky to have her in my life!! My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Maria Pattschull

May 5, 2011

I enjoyed the times I spent with Ashley, I loved her like a sister. She was my friend and not just one of my mothers students. I am so sorry Kim for your loss,I will miss her, but know that she is an angel watching over us and with us in her memories.

Suzi Reynolds

May 5, 2011

I don't think words can express, how much Ashley touched all of our hearts at school. My prayers are with Ashley's family. Ashley we miss you so much already.

Megan Benoit

May 5, 2011

would like to send my thoughts and prayers out to Ashley's family. I had the blessing of having Ashley in my life and will never forget her or her amazing spirit and smile!

Gail Ketterer

May 5, 2011

Dear Kim and family,
I'm so sorry about Ashley. I know there is nothing I can say that will ease the pain. My candle still burns for Ashley.God bless and keep you all.

May 5, 2011

So sorry for your loss Heaven has a Brand New Angel and her name is Ashley....

Kathy Vriezelaar

May 5, 2011

Jill & family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Rejoice in the all of the 18 yrs. of good memories.
Joyce Heisler Des Moines, IA

Morgan Davis

May 5, 2011

I miss my girl. The school isn't the same without her. The smiles, the blown kisses (or kiss offs), the giggles, the pure onriness ...
God gained one heck of an angel when he took this special girl.
Kim, Anything you need, just let me know. I'm here for you.

May 5, 2011

Jill and Tal,
Ed and I are saddened by the loss of your beautiful granddaughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this very difficult time. May Ashley rest in peace with her maker in Heaven. God Bless and keep you and the rest of your family.
Fondly,
Ed and Judy DeWald

Melanie Anundsen

May 5, 2011

Kim,

So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tammy Stubbs Brentano

May 5, 2011

Kim my heart goes out to you and your family. I did not have a chance to meet Ashley, I imagine her alot like you very kind and loving. Cherrish the good times and know she is with you always.

Julie Baker smith

May 5, 2011

I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter I wish I could have met her in person. She had a beautiful smile. I always enjoyed her photos. God bless you and your family klm.

Monica McClelland

May 5, 2011

I will always remember Ashley's wonderful smile! When I saw her in the hallway's of Smouse School, she would always greet me with a smile. She was a wonderful girl, and my heart goes out to your family.

Tony Glass

May 5, 2011

Ashley, you will always be missed by all of your friends, family and teachers. Thoughts and prayers are with Kim and her family. Ashley will be greatly missed.

Amy Gabbert Donnell

May 5, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts today. Much Love.

kate krieg

May 5, 2011

i love you ashley! you will be greatly missed. i will forever miss your smile, laugh, orneriness, teasing, and
snuggles.

The Clark's

May 5, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. Ashley was a beautiful young lady, and always had a big smile every time I saw her. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Brock Wyzykowski

May 5, 2011

Ashley was a very sweet girl who will be greatly missed. Sorry for your loss.

Gina Martin

May 5, 2011

God took a very special girl who was my student, a wonderful daughter to her loving mother Kim, She will always be in our hearts and touched me in a way no one has. She always could make me smile and was the light shinning in my classroom. The sound of her voice getting off the elevator at school will be missed by all of us.

Becky Wyzykowski

May 5, 2011

Ashley my girl, you left your mark on this world and in my heart. You are a remarkable young lady who didn't take no for an answer and when you set your mind on something you held on with both hands! I love you and you will be greatly missed. The stars will shine brighter with your beautiful smile.

Gina Martin

May 5, 2011

When I look at the sky, I will find the brightest star and know you are shining down on us.

May 5, 2011

Kim and family, I am so greatful for being able to meet you and your wonderful daughter in October. Ashley always had that special sparkle in her eye...or was it her orneriness? :) Thank you for sharing her with us all.
Rynda Westendorf (ChildServe)

Rae Mullica

May 5, 2011

I am so very sorry for your loss. Although I had never met Ashley, I could tell how special she was when you talked about her. Some angels are so special they are called to heaven earlier than we hope. You both will remain in our prayers.

May 5, 2011

Ashley was a very sweet young lady. Her smile will be missed greatly.


Arlene Sadler-ChildServe-TCU

Michelle Scott

May 5, 2011

I'm sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers your way.

Vona Kean

May 5, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. When Ashley was attending Smouse, we always enjoyed her visits to the office with her beaming smiles. The Heavens have been graced with a very special angel. Hugs and prayers to you.

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