Ashleigh Rose Obituary, A Cherished Soul Has Died

Ashleigh Rose Obituary, Death It is with profound sorrow that the Fairow family announces the sudden and devastating loss of their beloved daughter, Ashleigh Ash Rose Fairow. Born on May 4, 1996, she was the daughter of Master Sergeant Brian C. Fairow (USMC RET) and Esther E. Fairow, hailing from Jacksonville, NC.

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Ashleigh Rose Obituary, Death – It is with profound sorrow that the Fairow family announces the sudden and devastating loss of their beloved daughter, Ashleigh “Ash” Rose Fairow. Born on May 4, 1996, she was the daughter of Master Sergeant Brian C. Fairow (USMC RET) and Esther E. Fairow, hailing from Jacksonville, NC.

Ashleigh’s journey was marked by determination and a legacy of service to her country. She graduated from Northside High School in 2014, where her commitment to academics and excellence shone through her membership in the National Honor Society and the National English Honor Society. She was also a standout soccer player, earning her varsity letter for four consecutive years, and displaying a competitive spirit that fueled her passion for sports.

Following in the footsteps of her father and grandfather, who had left their indelible “yellow footprints,” Ashleigh proudly became the third generation in her family to serve in the United States Marine Corps. Her grandfather, SSgt. Ivor Griffin (USMC RET), was an Original Montford Point Marine, enlisting in 1945 and playing a historic role in ending the Marine Corps’ long-standing policy of racial segregation.

Ashleigh’s dedication led her to earn a Bachelor of Science in English Studies and become a commissioned officer, a significant accomplishment achieved at the tender age of 23 when she graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy on May 24, 2019. Her unwavering commitment to service led her to Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, where she adapted swiftly and excelled in her role as the Communication Strategy and Operations officer with Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations Pacific.

In February 2020, Ashleigh, her father, and her grandfather were featured in a WCTI12 segment titled ‘Home of the Brave Heroes,’ a tribute entered by her proud mother, Esther. In August 2021, Marine Corps Installations Pacific documented her delivering heartfelt remarks to her fellow Marines about her grandfather and the legacy of the Original Montford Point Marines.

The loss of 1stLt. Ashleigh Rose Fairow leaves an indelible void in the hearts of her family, friends, and the entire Marine Corps community. Her legacy of dedication and service will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing her.”

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