Born September 14, 1986 in Pekin, she was the precious and dearly loved daughter of Vicki VanLaningham and the granddaughter of George and Sue VanLaningham. Her mother and grandparents survive of Pekin.
She was the mother of two beautiful boys, Aidan N. VanLaningham (age 5) and Kolten M. Gazza (20 months), both of Pekin and one beautiful daughter, Rylie Ann Lynn Gazza of Pekin. She also leaves her beloved fiancé, Jeff Gazza, father of Kolten and Rylie.
Ashley worked at Taco John’s in Creve Coeur for almost 4 years, last working February 12th.
Ashley loved her children. She enjoyed swimming, shopping, and talking on her phone.
She has attended Parkway Christian Church in Pekin.
Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at the Preston-Hanley Funeral Home, Pekin Chapel. The Rev. Andrew Ramey will officiate. Visitation will be from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery in Pekin.
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.
