Ashley Danielle Grant Obituary in Jackson at Westhaven Memorial Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Ashley Danielle Grant

Funeral services will be Monday, April 15, 2019 at 1:00 p.m., Lynch Street C.M.E. Church, 2175 John R.Lynch Street, Jackson, MS 39209 with burial in Garden Memorial Park, 8001 Highway 49 North, Jackson, MS 39209.

Ashley Danielle Grant was born on April 7, 1982 in Jackson, Mississippi to the late Mr. Ralph Grant, Sr and Mrs. Cassandra Grant. She was the youngest of three children born to this union.

Ashley accepted Christ at an early age at Lynch Street C.M.E. Church. She became a dedicated member, attended with her mother and was baptized shortly after. She also enjoyed service at her father's family church "Mount Nebo" throughout her young years. As an adult, she continued to enjoy worship with her church family at Lynch Street C.M.E. until she was called home to be with the Lord.

Ashley graduated from Wingfield High School in May of 2000. She also furthered her education at Hinds Community College in Raymond, MS. Her passion for children led her to pursue a role in childcare at New Jerusalem. Her love of serving others was lated shifted to adults.

Ashley had an infectious smile that would light up a room and bring joy to everyone in her presence. It was hard to be unhappy if you were close to her. It would only take one smile and a big hug for you to feel her gentle spirit. No one was a stranger to Ashley. Everyone that knew her loved her. Her laughter, humor, and kind-hearted soul served as a beacon of light in this world and left a lasting impression with every life she touched. She has always been truly passionate about people.

There is no person on earth that Ashley was more passionate about then her only son Alijah. Alijah was born on February 6, 2003 to Ashley and his loving father Donovan Thomas. Ashley put of her energy into making Alijah happy. They were best friends and you could see the love in every interaction.

On Tuesday, April 9, 2019, Ashley received her wings. Ashley leaves to cherish her memories a dedicated and loving son, Alijah Thomas, her mother, Cassandra Grant; grandmother, Dorothy Young, brothers, Ralph Grant, II, and Randy Grant; nephews, Armand, Blake, Aiden and Aithan; nieces, Neciayaa and Amayah and a host of great aunts, great uncles, aunts, uncles, cousins and special friends.

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Oh my dear sweet sister in law. I miss your laugh and long conversations. There are no words that can explain how much I miss and love you. You will forever be my Sister, confidant and friend. I love you Ashley.
Love your Sister, Ursula

You may be gone in body but your spirit lives on Ashley Grant
E.Grant

My heart goes out to Ashley’s family. It’s hard to lose someone you love especially at such a young age. May the God of all comfort be with the family during this time. Revelations 21:4

I continue to pray for you Sand....May the word of God comfort you as it has me in my many hard places. The word of God says in 2 Corinthians 1: 3... "Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the GOD of ALL COMFORT; ...Who comforteth us in ALL our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of GOD'. God knows, God see, and God hears you. (Michele @ TMK)

To the entire family of Ashley Grant: I became so saddened to hear about the passing of your loved one. I'm extending my sincere thoughts of sympathy and prayers to each of you. May God continue to give you peace and comfort during this very difficult time. You're in my prayers. Gerald Cotton (Classmate of Krystal Myers).

Cassandra,Ralph,and Randy: Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your Dear Loved One, Ashley. Please know that so many people share your grief with you to help you through this difficult time of sorrow. The bible assures us that our heavenly father is aware of our pain and he is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). I pray God can give you all comfort during this time of sorrow. Lindberg

Cassandra and family: We are deeply saddened to hear of Ashley, so suddenly, slipping into eternity. May the God of all comfort make His face shine upon you in this dark hour and give you grace and peace. Ron & Maggie Anderson

My prayers goes out to the family. I am so sorry about your loved one. Gone too soon. Angela (Adrianne’s friend)

To The ENTIRE Family of Ashley D.Grant. PEACE BE STILL. TO HER SON,CASSANDRA(mom)BROTHER'S RAPLPH AND RANDY. WHERE THERE IS SORROW. THERE IS LOVE. WHERE THE IS PAIN. THERE IS LOVE. WHERE THERE IS JOY, THERE IS LOVE. WHERE THERE IS FAITH. THERE IS LOVE. ASHLEY, BROUGHT LOVE. GAVE LOVE. SHE WILL FOREVER BE LOVE. MAY GODS SWEET ANGELS SURROUND AND COMFORT EACH OF YOUR HEARTS. REMEMBER THE LOVE THE JOY THAT ASHLEY BROUGHT. SHE LIVES WITHIN. TAKE COMFORT IN KNOWING. A CHILD OF GOD. IT IS WITH HIM. SHE KNOW HAS EVERLASTING LIFE. MY HEART BREAKS. SWEET SPIRIT, RADIANT LIFE. WE ALL GATHER IN SPIRIT AND PRAYER TO CELEBRATE THE LIFE OF ASHLEY.
PEACE BE STILL AND BRING COMFORT.
SINCERELY, S KARY SANDERS, WASHINGTON, D.C. STEVE SANDERS, DARRIEN,IL ADDIE C.SANDERS McInnis .... MERCEDES SANDERS, FRISCO, TX LYNCH STREET C.M.E CHURCH FAMILY WHERE FAMILIES CONNECT IN CHIRST AND REMAIN ONE TO ANOTHER.
WE LOVE AND SUPPORT YOU