Help a Grieving Mother Lay Her Baby Girl to Rest

On behalf of my sister Ashlea we are heartbroken to share the devastating loss of her precious 2-month-old baby girl, Elliana. No parent should ever have to experience this unimaginable pain, and no one is ever prepared for the emotional and financial toll that follows.

As Ashlea navigates this tragedy, she is facing expenses no parent ever expects to plan for — including funeral and memorial costs. She will also need time away from work to grieve, heal, and try to piece her life back together.

During this time, bills and basic needs will continue to add up.

We are asking for support to help ease the financial burden during this heartbreaking period. Funds raised will go directly toward:

Funeral and memorial expenses

Essential bills and living costs while she is unable to work

Support for ongoing needs as she navigates this painful time

Any amount, no matter how small, will make a meaningful difference. If you’re unable to give, sharing this page helps more than you know.

Please keep Ashlea and our family in your thoughts and prayers as they grieve the loss of sweet Elliana. Thank you for your compassion, kindness, and support.

If you would like to donate directly to the funeral home we are using Auble’s funeral home in Orrville

my Venmo is also Sommer-Lax

With love and gratitude,

The Lax family.

We would appreciate no questions and that please no one contact Ashlea directly.