
Obituary of Leah Ashe
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; stepsister 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.
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