Ashley Marie Lowmiller

ashley lowmiller

December 18, 1988 ~ September 8, 2009

Services: A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2009 at 12:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel with Fr. John Mattingly officiating. Interment will follow in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, Leonardtown, MD. Visitation: The family will receive friends on Friday, September 11, 2009 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM. Ashley Marie Lowmiller, 20, of California, MD and formerly of Lexington Park, MD died September 8, 2009 in Baltimore, MD. Born December 18, 1988, she was the daughter of Deborah Jean Goodwin of Leonardtown, MD and Robert Lowmiller of Lexington Park, MD. She is also survived by her brother Dylan Lowmiller, her grandparents John and Dorothy Goodwin of Lady Lake, FL, formerly of Colton’s Point, MD and Robert and Audrey Lowmiller of Berkley Springs, WV. She was preceded in death by her sister Shelby Lowmiller. A lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, Ashley was a Handyman for R.V. Lowmiller for 5 years. The family will receive friends on Friday, September 11, 2009 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM at the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2009 at 12:00 PM at the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home with Fr. John Mattingly officiating. Interment will follow in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, Leonardtown, MD. Contributions may be made to BB&T Bank for benefit of Ashley Lowmiller, Account # 0005157405731.

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  1. “Baby I don’t have words to express how much I miss you. My heart is broken. I feel like I lost a part of me. I wish I could have stopped you. I tried so hard. I begged please don’t. I needed you in my life. I need you live. I dont know how I’ll live without you. You were my entire world. I’m sorry baby I couldn’t save you again. I’ll cherish every memory we have together & they are all good ones. I hope you can hear me. I’ll never find anyone more amazing than you. You’ll always be my one & only. And I’ll always be your girlfriend. I love you so much. It hurts so bad Ash. I love you. “

  2. “I know that there is nothing better than knowing Ashley and Shelbey are now together forever. They are free of sadness. And they are probably about to drive the Good Lord crazy with their foolishness. Know that I love your girls now and forever. Aunt Sue.”

  3. “The family has my sympathy.”

  4. “Ashley, you are gone but never forgotten. I love you so much. You were my best friend through the good and bad times. I will miss your beautiful smile and face. My last words to you were I LOVE YOU and I meant it. To Ashley’s family: My condolences to you, Ashley was a beautiful person ; she will be missed.”

  5. “Rob, Mark and I were so sorry to hear of the loss of Ashley. Please know that you and your family are constantly in our prayers and thoughts. If we can do anything to help you through this very trying time, just let us know. You always have a safe haven at our home. Please know that God is holding your little girl in His loving arms and she is in the light now smiling.”

  6. “I am so sorry to hear of Ashley’s passing. I have very fond memories of Kyle and Ashley playing together when they were little. Please know that you’ll are in our thoughts!”

  7. “My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Ashley. She will be missed. “

  8. “Ashley, how did it come to this? I just saw your smiling face the day before all this happened. The funny thing is, after seeing you, you were constantly on my mind and I was telling everyone how excited I was to have seen you. Looking back, I know that God had that day specially planned for us. God knew that we had that special bond of friendship, and at that moment without me even realizing it, he was giving me the most precious gift…to see you so wonderfully happy like I’ve never seen you before, and to give me that one last moment to hear you say, “I Love You” and for me to express the same feelings back. That day will be forever engraved in my heart, as will all the memories that we shared growing up. You, Shelby and I were inseparable. We lived and breathed for each other’s company. Yes, it did get us in trouble sometimes, but we were never without a good funny story. I would give anything to have one more opportunity to sit down with you and Shelby and laugh and reminisce about all those crazy times we had. I could just imagine it…we would all be in tears from all the laughter. The three of us…Hollywood Shore’s finest, partners in crime! With all that being said, I will continue to keep your smile and laughter in my heart, and it will be tucked away safely in a place that only you and Shelby will share. Ashley, thank you for being such a wonderful blessing in my life, and God thank you for putting her there. Debbie and Robert, thank you for having raised two such beautiful girls. They were both so amazing, and were blessings to all of us who knew them. I can’t even begin to imagine the pain and grief you are both going through. You will be in my prayers always. Try to find comfort in knowing that your girls are now together and reunited once again. Things like this happen for reasons we don’t know, and we just can’t understand why a good and loving God would let such a tragedy as this happen…we constantly ask why? My guess…I think heaven was in need of some more everlasting love and beauty. I just know that God welcomed Shelby and Ashley with His loving and open arms and said, “welcome home my child”. So please don’t be angry or sad, your two little girls are being well taken care of, and are now experiencing the greatest love of all – love which is more than we could ever imagine. Matter of fact, I can almost guess that the two of them are probably more sad for us, because we aren’t there to experience all the joy heaven has to offer. Goodbye my special friend Ashley! I love you and I will miss you so very much! You are forever in my heart. “

  9. “Ashley, me and you have been through so many goods times together I cant even remember half of them. You were the best friend I ever had. I could talk to you about anything and everything and now its hard to except we will have no more. I will always keep you in my heart.. I give my best wishes to Rob and Debbie. I hope you can hear me Ash, my aunt Jemima. I am happy you and Shelby are finally together again cause I know how much you missed her. You will be missed and loved by many. I promise I will never forget all the memories me and you share. I love you Ash and will miss you more than anything. “

  10. “Ashley Marie Lowmiller, You were in my life for such a lonq time . You were a sister to me . You were my life , my future , my everythinq . Im qlad you and Shelby are toqether now , I know how much you missed her Ash . You two look out for me , I love you two more than anything . God is with you Robert and Debbie. I love you quys with all my heart .”

  11. “”Robert & Debbie and the family,I am so sorry to hear of Ashley’s passing,I cant imagine the pain of losing your two loving daughters,being a mom and dad of three daughters.I know they are with God now and looking over you.All of You are in our hearts and prayers. God bless you! “

  12. “”Marie” as I would call you, it is so difficult to accept that you are gone. This loss is unbearable, you will be missed so much,as you already are. We talked about so many things these past few months, and I am glad we got to express alot to each other. I will never delete the text you sent me on Saturday, that is all I have left. I love you, always have and always will, but you already know that. I want to thank you for all the times we shared, you were so caring, selfless and supportive, and honestly you helped me in so many ways. I will make sure LaTiana will always know what a major part you and Shelby played in her life, I know that you will watch over her because she will always be your little girl. She just said to me yesterday, “Mommy, I miss Ashley too”. We had our share of ups and downs, but regardless we always remained friends. I keep picturing you dancing & singing those Lil Wayne songs with a smile on your face, thats how I will always remember you. We love you Ashley Marie, I hope you are at peace, take care of Shel, and watch over Daddy. ********************* Robert, I would like to extend my most sincere and heartfelt condolences. I can not even begin to imagine your pain at this time. Ashley was such a daddy’s girl, she always talked about how much you taught her, how she was grateful to have you for a Dad, and she absolutely loved being spoiled by you! You raised two beautiful young women, and that is a commendable thing. My family and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. If you need ANYTHING, big or small, I am only a phone call away. I hope it brings you some peace knowing that Ashley & Shel are together. Thanks for allowing me to be a part of your family, and having special memories with both of your girls.”

  13. Lori Heeren-(worked at LHS) says:

    “My deepest sympathy to your family and friends. I won’t ever forget the funny things and the laughter that Ashley would come up with at Leonardtown High school. She is in God’s hands now. She will be missed.”

  14. “Ash Low. Oh my goodness , how did we come into the midst of all this? My heart is SO hurt . I LOVE YOU BABY! We were here for each other through Shelby & my father, now I’m grieving you! You will always be a huge part in my life & a long lasting memory! I love you and I miss you Ashley Marie . I’ll always be your daffodil ! !”

  15. “Robert, we are so sorry to hear of Ashley’s passing. Please know you are in our thoughts & prayers. Wish we could be there for you in your time of loss. “

  16. “We are very sorry to hear of Ashley’s passing. It has hit everyone so hard along with a lot of shock. She is in heaven with her baby sister watching over us. She will be truly missed! Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Lowmiller family.”

  17. “Girl you just don’t know how many people miss you and loved you, my door was always open for you. The kids are struggling with your loss, I can’t even imagine how mom and dad are doing but when they read all the love that is being sent your way I hope that they find some peace out of this horrible tragedy, all my love always and forever MOM D”

  18. “To Ashley’s family we are so sorry to hear of Ashley’s passing. We knew Ashley when she lived in Hollywood Shores, she was always full of life. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. She will be deeply missed by so many. “

  19. “Extending my heartfelt sympathy during this sorrowful time. God Bless…”

  20. “Robert and Debbie, Words can not express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Please accept our condolences and know that we are here for you.”

  21. Jack and Barb Goodman says:

    “Robbie, We are truly sorry for your loss. “

  22. Bill and Katy Crowell says:

    “Robert and Family, Our heartfelt condolences to you on the loss of Ashley. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”

  23. Mary Longfield (Unkle) says:

    “My prayers and thoughts are with your family.”

  24. “Ashley, I don’t know where to start… it’s seems like yesterday when we all use to hang out after school in the shores…and caused trouble! You always knew what to say to make a person smile! I was so happy you came back into my life after so long of us not keeping in touch and now I can’t believe what has happened! I’m still in denial… you were such a beautiful person and had things to look forward to… I miss you & love you uncontrollably… I hope you are happy where you are now, while watching down on all the people that loved you!–To Ashley’s Family: Ashley was a very great person and I’m truly sorry for the heartache your going through. My condolences & deepest sympathy goes to the whole family!! Ashley will be terribly missed but never forgotten!!”

  25. “”I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my heart and prayers. Ashley will truly be missed””

  26. “Dear Family, Be assured of my prayers at this time and the parish community of St. Francis Xavier. May God be with you. Fr. John”

  27. “Rob and Family, I am sorry for the loss of your daughter Ashley. I know all too well the feelings you must have right now…asking yourself why? and what could you have done to prevent this? Please don’t be too hard on yourself. Know that Ashley is no longer in any pain and truly is in a better place. I am praying for you to take comfort in that. Take care. “

  28. Missy & Binky Dulaney says:

    “Ash, I can’t believe that you are gone. You have been a part of our family for such a long time. You will be missed. We shed many tears for you and we love you.You are now at peace with your baby sister. “

  29. “I’ve known Ashley since the day she was born. I’ve always thought of both her and Shelby as 2 of my little nieces. But that changed over the last 2 years. Ashley and I have had the chance to work together and spend a lot of time together. If you climb enough ladders and crawl thru enough crawl spaces together, you really get to know each other. She was great to have on my crew, she really knew her stuff and she was a hard worker, her Dad had taught her well. She became more than my niece, more than just my best friend’s daughter. Ashley was my friend. And I miss her, so much. Rest in Peace, Little One. “

  30. “I am deeply sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and always know that your family is there for you in good times and bad times, no matter what. She will be missed. Love you guys. Cindy”

  31. “Debbie, I am very sorry to hear of Ashley’s passing. I remember both of your girls when they were little when we worked together at Walmart. You worked in Housewares & I worked in Foods with crazy Frank. I can’t imagine the pain you are going through. We had alot of fun & enjoyed talking about our kids. You had 2 beautiful girls it is a shame God took them away from you. I will keep you in my prayers. I would loved to have come to see & comfort you but I now live in Oklahoma & won’t be able to do so. Take care & keep all the good memories you have of the girls to get you through. Take care & God Bless You & your Family. Kathie from Food Dept. at Walmart 1981.”

  32. JoAnn & Jack McWilliams says:

    “Debs, We love you. Sorry is not enough, but no words are there to express how we hurt for you, and all the family. Jack and JoAnn “

  33. “Robbie and family – our sincere condolences. Mary and I are thinking about you and express our deepest sympathies. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help during this difficult time.”

  34. “To the Lowmiller family, I am so to hear of Ashleys passing, she was a one of a kind friend, she will be deeply missed. “

  35. “Ashley, I was honored to be your teacher. I haven’t met anyone who was so tiny, yet so powerful. You had this amazing smile that was like sunshine. The world is going to miss you. You’re in my heart and in my prayers.”

  36. Joyce Danaher (Spruce Drive neighbor) says:

    “Dearest Lowmiller family, I am so sorry to hear of Ashley’s passing. Rob, you probably don’t remember me, but you did some repairs on a house I was selling. We talked quite a bit that about kids, yours and mine, how they are so different and our concerns for them. Sometimes so strong, and sometimes so fragile. But most of all, I remember how it was so clear that you absolutely loved your children. To have lost 2 children is sad beyond words. I pray that God gives your family strength and peace. Lean on your church and friends; ask for help, people want to help you at this challenging time. I pray for your daughters to rest in peace, and to watch over you all. Take Care.”

  37. “Please accept my family & I’s deepest sympathies. Although I never got the chance to meet Ashley in person (only on myspace) she was such an inspiration & had an amazing heart. She will truly be missed & her prescence over the computer was strong enough to effect my life without having to physically meet her. All her family & friends are in my thoughts.”

  38. “Ash you will be missed. God Bless”

  39. “May God Bless you, and Always be with the girls !And May they both watch over you and never let you forget the love they gave you!”

  40. “I’M SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR GIRLS ,I KNOW HOW YOU ARE FEELING I LOST TWO OF MY OWN GIRLS, I’M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS…..MY CONDOLENCES ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY…”

  41. “Happy 21st Birthday beautiful girl. May you have the best celebration ever with Shelby and God. BLW”


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