Service Information
Ashley A. Karjala, age 22, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, February 6, 2021, due to an automobile accident in Hollywood Township, New Germany, Minnesota.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be held on Thursday, February 18, 2021, from 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. at the Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson.
Masks are required and social distancing guidelines will be followed.
Obituary
Ashley Ann Karjala was born on September 5, 1998, in Virginia, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Jason and Susan (Johnson) Karjala. Ashley was baptized as an infant. She received her education with Minnesota Connections Academy and graduated in 2017. Ashley furthered her education at Ridgewater and Alexandria Technical and Community College where she received a degree in Law Enforcement and also earned her EMT certificate.
Ashley grew up in Nashwauk, Minnesota, where she worked at Hillcrest Assisted Living as a cook prior to graduating. She enjoyed all the friendships that she made with the residents. She then moved to Hutchinson and her first employment was at Culvers where she immediately became a part of the ‘Culvers Family’. She then began working at G4S Security in Chaska, Minnesota.
Ashley loved animals, especially her cat, Nagini. She also enjoyed plants, boxing, and completing jigsaw puzzles. She was very artistic and environmental. Ashley was a civil rights and political activist. She was a strong woman and stood up for what she believed. Ashley was passionate about her beliefs, and went above and beyond to help educate others and protect those she saw who needed it, both people and animals.
Ashley passed away on Saturday, February 6, 2021, due to an automobile accident in Hollywood Township, New Germany, Minnesota, at the age of 22 years.
Blessed be her memory.
Ashley is survived by her:
Mother, Susan Karjala and (Chris Moe) of Hutchinson, MN;
Father, Jason Karjala of Nashwauk, MN;
Ashley’s Significant Other, Paul Duffy of Minneapolis, MN;
Ashley’s Cat, Nagini;
Siblings, Jarin Karjala (Megan Bah) of Hutchinson, MN,
Beth Karjala (Kalem Roseland) of Hutchinson, MN,
Shane Karjala (Scott McDonald) of Hutchinson, MN,
Heather Karjala (Garret Fischer) of Burnsville, MN,
Aaron Karjala of Hutchinson, MN;
Paternal Grandfather, Cliff Karjala of Little Falls, MN;
Nieces, Stella and Evelyn;
Many other relatives and friends.
Ashley is preceded in death by her Paternal Grandmother, Dee Karjala; Maternal Grandparents, Bob and Sue Johnson; Stepmother, Pauline Johnson; and Nieces, Eleanor and Juniper.
Judy Brand says
Karjala family,
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. Ashley was taken too soon. May you find healing and comfort as time heals.
So sorry, Brand family
Sue padden says
Hugs and prayers to all of you. You are in our hearts.
Golden Tiger Boxing says
Ashley was a member of our boxing club for a number of months. She was a true pleasure to be around and had a ‘can do’ attitude about every practice. Her loss is a tragedy… We will miss her light and good spirits. Our hearts go out to the family, she was truly one of a kind.
Jo Reck says
To Ashley’s family~
Though I don’t know you, my heart quite literally aches for the tremendous loss of your daughter. I have walked in your shoes…twice, losing 2 adult children in 2 separate car accidents. My son was 19, my daughter, 32. I know the disbelief. I know the intense pain and sadness. I pray with all my heart you can find some precious memory to hold onto, to pull you through the hours and days ahead. It will be the most difficult time in your life. I am here for you any time you want to talk~ please don’t hesitate to call me. I care, and I feel so sad for you.
Beth Bontjes says
To the family of Ashley,
My heart hurts so badly for all of you. I’m so grateful that I had the pleasure of knowing Ashley. She was a joy to talk to and be around, I was so excited for her future and the path she was taking. She always put a smile on my face. Whenever she would come through the parking lot in her big Cadillac with her bear in the backseat, I would have to chuckle to myself. She was a bright light that was put out way too soon. I will miss seeing her smiling face around the property and hearing about her future. May God rain down His love on you and bring you comfort and peace in the days, weeks, months and years to come.
Jo Reck says
I just realized I neglected to leave my phone number for you to call me…320-583-6036
Jo Reck
Cindy Herbst says
Ashley’s family,
Prayers to your broken hearts. I am so grateful to have met her. It is so hard to see such a young, beautiful life come to an end so suddenly. Please know how much Paul’s family cares. We are all thinking of all of your family.