Ashley Lynn Post passed away on September 22, 2026, in Riverton, Utah, at home with her loving parents by her side. She was born on January 18, 1996, in Salt Lake City to Joseph Cram Post and Karen Hague Post. Her life was a testament to resilience and love. Born with hydrocephalus and a collapsed lung, she was not expected to make it through the night. Her Uncle Tom called her “Angel” before the night was through, and the nickname stuck for the rest of her life.
Ashley defied the odds from the beginning. Her 30 years were marked by medical challenges, including more than 30 surgeries, which she faced with a spirit of determination and grit that defined her. She always came home to a loving family of parents and siblings who cherished her and supported her every need.
Ash spent her first three years on Downington Avenue in Salt Lake City. Her older siblings Alisa, Joe, and James were so excited for her finally to be home after 10 days in the NICU. In the coming years, Ash spent many days and nights up at Primary Children's Hospital, whether it was for surgeries, doctor’s appointments, or physical or occupational therapy. She was truly blessed to live so close to such an excellent hospital for babies and children.
When Ashley’s younger brother, Nathan, was born, she found an immediate friend and lifelong companion. The two of them were inseparable and shared a special bond as sister and brother. Nathan called Ashley his best friend—evidence of the good times and life experiences they shared.
Ash then spent the next 18 years in the Millcreek area. She made dear friends there and later attended Highland High School (She was so proud to be a Highland Ram, just like her sister, Alisa!). Ashley loved the Millcreek area. It allowed her to be so close to the mountains that it was very common for the family to jump in the car for a quick ride to the canyons.
As Ashley grew, so did her abilities and interests. She attended public schools and developed a passion for soccer, playing on many teams through the Salt Lake County recreation system. Ashley was a member of the Highland High Pep Club and fondly remembered her time in choir. It was at Highland that she developed her love of photography; she took a photography class through the high school down at the SLCC South Campus, and she was so excited to be able to be in the same halls where her mom and dad had met in high school. Her interest in photography led her to enter her art in the state fair many times, bringing home ribbons for her efforts.
Ashley found immense happiness in her close friendship with Kylie Pack Walter. Together, they formed enduring memories of kindness and fun throughout the milestones of their lives.
Among Ashley’s diverse hobbies and interests were her favorite boy bands, F1 racing, and a long list of movie and TV franchises: Dr. Who, Star Wars, the Lord of the Rings, the Nightmare Before Christmas, Harry Potter, and The Fast and The Furious—just to name a few. She was also a dedicated supporter of the Hydrocephalus Association and the Epilepsy Foundation.
Ashley is survived by her loving parents, Joe and Karen Post, and her siblings, Alisa Fawn McArthur (Euan), Joseph William Victor Post (Annie), James Taylor Post (Katie), and Nathan Hague Post. She is also remembered by her five nieces and three nephews: Eleanor, Charlotte, Olivia, Amelia, Fergus, Callum, Violet, and Henry. Ashley's life was enriched by many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins who played a vital role in her ability to thrive.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Don and Lorna Hague, and Bill and Sara Post. She was also preceded in death by her uncles Ed Lindquist, Hack Post, Billy Post, and John Post, along with her uncle Kevin Hague and his wife, Judy, and her cousin Cameron Hague. Her dear cousin Mandy Hague Hardman passed away just two days after Ashley.
A celebration of Ashley’s life will be held at the Riverton 12th Ward, 12459 South Dansie Way, Riverton, Utah, 84065, at 12:00 pm on October 3rd, 2026. A public visitation will commence at 10:30 am on the morning of the services at the same location. In honor of Ashley, attendees are encouraged to wear blue, her favorite color.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Primary Children's Hospital in memory of Ashley Post.
Interment at Salt Lake City Cemetery.
Funeral services will be streamed and recorded via Zoom. For those wishing to watch, please click the "Watch Services" link above.