Ashlee Lindell Padgett's Go Fund Me

This link is for Ashlee my brave, beautiful firstborn.

Ashlee fought lupus with a strength most will never understand. Her journey was filled with hospital stays, dialysis, hope, setbacks, and unwavering courage. Loving her was an honor. Losing her has shattered our family in ways words can’t fully hold.

This go fund me account was created to help with the overwhelming expenses connected to her care, final arrangements, and the financial weight left behind as we grieve and learn how to live in a world without her.

If you’re able to give, please know it is deeply appreciated.
If you’re unable, sharing this link or keeping our family in your thoughts means just as much.

Thank you for loving Ashlee, for seeing her, and for standing with us during the hardest chapter of our lives.

🤍 Forever her mom
🤍 Forever loved

  1. Ashlee's go fund me
  2. Link text
  3. Link text

Grief is Love: Navigating the Journey

A space for reflection, healing, and honoring those we've lost.

Walking Through Grief 🤍

Losing my mother on June 25, 2024, my daughter Journee, my granddaughter Alanee on October 15, 2024, and now my firstborn, Ashlee on 12/8/25, has changed me forever. Grief is no longer something I visit, it is something I live alongside.

This page exists as a place of remembrance, honesty, and hope for anyone navigating loss.

I’ve learned that grief doesn’t have a finish line. Some days are heavier than others, and that’s okay.

Ways I’m Learning to Acknowledge and Coexist With Grief

🤍 Acknowledging Grief

Grief is a natural response to love and loss. There is no right or wrong way to feel.

🪷 Allow yourself to grieve without judgment
🪷 Take it one moment at a time—healing isn’t linear
🪷 Lean into people who will listen, sit quietly, or simply understand.

🤍 Honoring Their Memory

Keeping their light alive brings comfort, even in sorrow.

🪷 Create a memory jar filled with stories and moments
🪷 Start a cause in their name (like my Don’t Drive Drowsy campaign)
🪷 Do something they loved—cook their favorite meal, sing their song, say their name

🤍 Self-Care While Grieving

“You can’t pour from an empty cup.”

🪷 Rest when you need to
🪷 Journal your thoughts and feelings
🪷 Take walks, listen to music, or sit in silence
🪷 Allow moments of joy when they come—they do not diminish your love or loss

🤍 Resources & Support

You are not meant to carry this alone.

🪷 Talk with trusted friends or family
🪷 Join a grief support group (online or local)
🪷 Read books on grief and healing
🪷 Seek professional counseling—there is strength in asking for help

Links to my favorite grief-support books are below 👇🏽
(Also available on Audible)

"Like a River" by Granger Smith: A Journey Through Loss and Faith

In Like a River, country music artist Granger Smith shares his raw and heartfelt story of losing his three-year-old son, River, in a tragic accident. Through grief, faith, and resilience, this powerful memoir offers hope and healing to anyone navigating the pain of loss.

Purchase on Amazon

Signs by Laura Lynne Jackson

The goal of the book is to empower readers to recognize messages, find meaning and comfort in their lives, and connect with their "Team of Light".

"The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho: Finding Purpose Through the Journey

Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist is a timeless tale of self-discovery, following Santiago, a shepherd boy, on his quest to fulfill his Personal Legend. For those navigating grief, its themes of resilience, hope, and trusting the journey remind us that even in loss, life has a deeper meaning and purpose waiting to be uncovered.

Purchase on Amazon

Think Like a Monk: Train Your Mind for Peace and Purpose Every Day

In Think Like a Monk, Jay Shetty offers wisdom from his time as a monk to help readers find peace, clarity, and purpose. For those grieving, his practical techniques—like mindfulness, gratitude, and letting go—can be transformative tools for healing and rediscovering balance in life.

Purchase on Amazon

Walking Through Grief 🤍

In Loving Memory of Ashlee Lindell Padgett 🤍💛

Ashlee Lindell Padgett
September 16, 1996 – December 8, 2025

Ashlee bravely fought Lupus for three and a half years with strength, humor, and a heart that never stopped loving. Her body grew tired, but her spirit never dimmed. Even through dialysis, hospitalizations, and unimaginable pain, Ashlee continued to give choosing kindness, compassion, and joy.

Ashlee knew love.
She was happy, supported, and deeply cherished. She dreamed, laughed, planned a future, and allowed herself to live fully, even while sick. As her mom, there is no greater comfort than knowing my child experienced real, genuine love in this life.

Ashlee was intentional, even in preparing to leave. She chose Eternal Sunshine and asked that everyone wear yellow not black because she wanted light to lead, even in winter. She wanted smiles. She wanted warmth. She wanted love to be louder than sorrow.

She asked that her mom be taken care of.
She asked that I not be sad.

And while that feels impossible because she made me a mother, because we grew up together, because she was my homie, my best friend it speaks to who Ashlee was. Even at the end, she was still loving outward, still protecting others.

Ashlee did not lose to Lupus.
She did not give up.

She finished on her terms.

She is free from machines, pain, and exhaustion. Energy cannot be destroyed; it only changes form. Ashlee exists all around us in music, in laughter, in yellow, in love, in light.

She is not gone.
She remains.

🤍
Momma J

Please consider helping us celebrate Ashlee 🌻💛

Ashlee Lindell Padgett 9/16/96 - 12/8/25

Ashlee Lindell Padgett, born September 16, 1996, passed away unexpectedly on December 8, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, humor, and a heart that touched everyone who knew her. For the past three years, Ashlee bravely battled Lupus—a struggle she faced with remarkable strength and resilience. Despite the challenges she endured, she continued to show love, generosity, and compassion in ways that made her truly unforgettable. Ashlee was one of the most giving, loving, caring, and uniquely funny individuals in this world. She had a rare gift for making others feel seen, valued, and lifted up. Whether through her humor, her willingness to help anyone in need, or her gentle, comforting presence, Ashlee brought warmth and light wherever she went. Last year, Ashlee experienced the heartbreaking loss of both her sister and her niece—losses that deeply affected her and from which her heart never fully healed. Even in her own pain, she remained devoted to her family and friends, holding onto the love she had for them with everything she had left. Ashlee will be remembered not only for her beautiful spirit but for the fierce, selfless way she loved. Her absence leaves an ache that words cannot fully capture, yet her memory will live on in every life she touched. She is survived by her parents Jeanne (Kenneth) Olivier of Jackson, MI, and Shawn (Bethany) Padgett of Lexington, KY; her sisters Shawnee, Kenya, Aaliyah, and Kyree of Jackson, MI; her brothers Amaree and Kenneth Jr. of Jackson, MI, and Ethan of Lexington, KY; her grandparents Lee (Pamela Goodwine) Padgett of Lexington, KY and Grandma Claire Kops of Jackson, Mi; the love of her life her fiancé, Rachel Smith and many friends and loved ones who were blessed to know her. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Beulah Stallings and Linda Hitt, her sister Journee Padgett, and her niece Alanee Grace. Though her time here was far too short, the impact she made will remain forever. According to Ashlee’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Ashlee’s Life will be held at the Desnoyer Funeral Home on Friday, December 19 at 2:30 PM. The family will receive family and friends from 1:30 until 2:30 PM. Per Ashlee’s request, please do not wear black to the service but her favorite color, yellow.

Ashlee's go fund me

🕊 Journee & Alanee Grace

Two beautiful souls. One unforgettable legacy.

Journee Padgett was only 19, but she lived with a light that most people never find. She was talented, bold, nurturing, and wise beyond her years. She was the kind of person who could braid your hair, fix your lashes, encourage your dreams, and make you laugh until you cried all before breakfast. She was fiercely protective of her family, especially her siblings, and she stepped into motherhood with both grace and fire.

Alanee Grace, my first and only grandbaby, was just 3 months and 23 days old, but in that short time, she changed our lives. She had the sweetest face, the tiniest fingers, and the biggest, brightest presence. She knew love every second of her life. She smiled with her whole spirit and had a sparkle that felt like sunshine. She was our miracle baby, and I called her Memee Wittle Sugar Pie.

On October 15, 2024, we lost both of them in a head-on collision caused by drowsy driving. One moment took two generations from us. The pain is unimaginable, but so is the love. That love is why I speak their names, share their story, and am working to create the Don’t Drive Drowsy campaign.

Journee and Alanee were more than what happened to them.
They are still here in our hearts, in our mission, and in every life their story reaches.

This page, this campaign, this legacy it’s for them.
Always.

Paypal ChimeSupport the family of Journee and Alanee GraceGift AshleeGift AaliyahGift KyreeGift AmareeGift KJGift Kenya

**Meet "Momma J" aka Jeanne: An Ode to Joy, Family, and Empowerment**

The Kopolgetts

In a world teeming with unique stories, "Momma J," also known as Jeanne, stands out with a life narrative as vibrant and eclectic as the brands she's built: "10 chickens 1 waffle," "the lemonade room," and her role at Korea’s number one skincare company, Riman, as a K-beauty planner. But who is Jeanne? Dive into the layers of this wonderfully complex, happily married mother of eight and discover the essence of a woman who shapes lives with love, laughter, and an unwavering commitment to growth.

**Family: The Heartbeat of Her Existence**

Jeanne and her husband, Kenneth, are at the heart of a large, loving family they fondly call the Kopolgetts—a beautiful blend of yours, mine, and ours, yet uniquely theirs. Their children, Ashlee, Shawnee, Kenya, Journee, Amaree, Kenneth Jr., Aaliyah, and Kyree, each bring their unique spark to the family dynamic, reflecting the diverse and nurturing spirit of their parents. Together, Jeanne and Kenneth foster a home environment where laughter echoes and individuality is celebrated.

**A Passion for Education and Healing**

By day, Jeanne enriches young minds as an elementary school Title I reading educator. Her dedication to literacy and learning support is a testament to her belief in education's power to change lives. Beyond the classroom, she transforms lives through alternative medicine and gratitude cognitive therapy coaching, guiding others towards wellness and mental resilience.

**Creative Soul with a Melodic Twist**

Creativity flows through Jeanne like a never-ending river. An avid writer of parody songs and jingles across all music genres, her lyrical talents offer a humorous, melodic take on everyday life. Additionally, Jeanne's poetry and singing showcase her artistic versatility and deep emotional resonance, filling her home and community with joy and inspiration.

**A Life Enriched with Hobbies and Interests**

Jeanne's passions extend into every corner of her existence. A lover of plants, she finds solace in nurturing her indoor garden, reflecting her care and patience. Her journals, a mix of written words and sketches, are windows into her thoughts and dreams, colored in her favorite shades of green, coral, and mint. Books like "Think and Grow Rich" and "The Alchemist" adorn her shelves, guiding her philosophy towards personal and financial growth.

**Community Engagement and Personal Joy**

Despite a bustling home life, Jeanne remains deeply embedded in her community, enjoying Detroit Pistons basketball as a seasoned ticket holder and savoring every moment with her students beyond school hours. Her culinary skills shine in her kitchen, especially when whipping up comforting soups and vibrant Mexican dishes—a nod to her previous life as an accomplished intoxicologist.

**Jeanne aka Momma J: A Symphony of Life**

Jeanne’s story is a rich tapestry woven with love, dedication, and creativity. Each day offers a new verse in her ongoing symphony of life—a melody of teaching, healing, and nurturing that resonates well beyond the confines of her immediate surroundings. "Momma J" isn't just a nickname; it's a lifestyle, a philosophy, and a testament to the power of living one's truth with enthusiasm and grace. Whether through a skincare regimen with Riman or a spontaneous karaoke session, Jeanne lives her life like a song, a celebration of every moment spent making the world a brighter, more loving place. Together, the Kopolgetts continue to write their family's story, sharing their harmony and happiness with all who cross their path.

Follow me on social media🩵 ›

Life After Loss

Under Construction — Just Like Me

Welcome to what was once Momma J’s Milkshake Haven, a joyful reflection of life in a big, bustling, blended family. I’m Jeanne, a mom of eight incredible kids. We were loud, loving, chaotic, and full of laughter. My page used to be filled with stories about my “dysfunctionally functional” household, milkshake recipes, and the everyday miracles that kept us going.

But now…
Everything is different.

On October 15, 2024, I lost my daughter Journee, my firecracker, my baby girl, only 19, and my granddaughter Alanee Grace, just 3 months and 23 days old. They died together in a head-on crash caused by drowsy driving. And the life I knew… ended with them.

This space, like me, is being rebuilt, not around what I’ve lost, but around who they were and the love that still remains. I call this journey:
“My Journee to Grace.”

It’s a walk through grief, but also through legacy, faith, healing, and purpose.
It’s a space for raw truth, sacred remembrance, and slowly, painfully, rediscovering hope.

If you’re here, thank you.
If you’re grieving too, I see you.
If you’ve known love, then you’ve also known loss.

God help me... I’m still showing up.
For Journee. For Alanee.
For all of us still here.

Momma J

In memory of Journee Elizabeth Padgett & Alanee Grace Payne

Daughter, Sister, Mother, Bestie, Everyone's Favorite

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Journee Elizabeth Padgett and her beautiful daughter Alanee Grace Payne. Journee was born on January 30, 2005, in South Bend, IN to Shawn Padgett and Jeanne Olivier. Alanee was born on June 22, 2024 in Jackson, MI to Anthony Payne and Journee Padgett. Journee and Alanee’s lives were tragically cut short on October 15, 2024. A beloved daughter, sister and mother, Journee and Alanee’s passing leaves a void in the lives of all who were fortunate to know and love them. 

Journee will be lovingly remembered by her parents Jeanne (Kenneth) Olivier of Jackson, MI, Shawn (Bethany) Padgett of Lexington, KY; her sisters Ashlee, Shawnee, Kenya, Aaliyah and Kyree of Jackson, MI; and brothers Amaree and Kenneth Jr. of Jackson, MI and Ethan of Lexington, KY; and grandparents Lee (Pamela Goodwine) Padgett of Lexington, KY; and Anthony Payne, father of Alanee Grace of Monroe, MI. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Beulah Stallings and Linda Hitt. Her most cherished role, however, was as mother to her daughter, Alanee Grace. Journee’s love for her daughter was profound and she strived to create a beautiful and loving home for her. Alanee was healthy, happy and loved immensely.

Journee's exuberant personality is described by those around her as loving, caring, bubbly, and beautiful. She was a lover of life and brought so much joy to everyone’s life she entered. She was an outstanding cook, a hardworking homemaker, and devoted follower of God.

Her professional dedication was equally remarkable. As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Journee provided care and comfort to many in their last days. Her greatest accomplishment, however, was her daughter, Alanee, who was the center of her universe. Journee was an example of strength and courage, facing life's challenges head-on with quiet bravery.

Journee's legacy is one of kindness and generosity. She believed in loving her family fiercely and demonstrated this throughout her life. Her favorite moments were those spent at home surrounded by loved ones. The warmth and joy that filled Journee's gatherings are memories her family will treasure forever.

Journee and Alanee's lives, albeit short, were rich in love, laughter, and shared adventures. Their spirits remain alive in the love Journee poured into her family and the kindness she showed to the world. They will be deeply missed by all who knew them.

Please join us in honoring the life of Journee Elizabeth and Alanee Grace on Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024

Journee and Alanee Grace tributes

Thinning Hair? Hair Loss?

Not anymore! We got you boo. My 26 year old daughter Ashlee was diagnosed with stage 5 lupus in November of 2022, and out of nowhere she needs a kidney transplant. On top of all the stress she's been under she began losing her hair from complications with blood pressure medicine. The medicine helped her dangerously high blood pressure, but left her with rapidly thinning Hair and no hope or solution. Until Momma J hooked her up with a regimen safe for her end stage renal failure diagnosis and stage 5 lupus with chronic hypertension. Don't worry babe... you are not alone and we can help you regain your confidence and grow back your glory. 💜

Contact Ashlee Lindell for more information

My YouTube Channel

Momma J and the Kopolgett Klan

🎄 Welcome to my festive corner of the internet! 🎄

Hey there, lovely souls! I'm Momma J, and I'm thrilled to welcome you into my world filled with warmth, creativity, and a sprinkle of holiday magic all year round. As a proud wife, elementary school title one paraprofessional, and parent of a blended family with eight amazing kiddos—six girls and two boys—my days are a delightful whirlwind of laughter and love. Our home is blessed with the joyful presence of a dog, two bunnies, and a cat, adding an extra dose of happiness to our daily adventures.

When I'm not busy wrangling the kiddos or lending a helping hand at school, you'll often find me indulging in one of my favorite passions—crafting jingles and quirky parodies inspired by the melodies of life. But here's a little secret—I have a penchant for embracing my inner elf and infusing every moment with the spirit of Christmas. For me, Christmas isn't just a season; it's a cherished way of life, with the timeless carol "Smiling" holding a special place in my heart.

And let's not forget about my love for decorating and home organization! I find immense joy in creating beautiful, functional spaces that inspire and uplift. As a Korean skincare enthusiast, I believe in the power of a clean, glowing complexion worth flaunting. You can catch glimpses of my glam and skincare routine through the link below.

Join me on this festive journey where we celebrate the magic of Christmas, embrace creativity in all its forms, and revel in the beauty of a clean, glowing face. Together, let's make every day a celebration of love, laughter, and endless possibilities! ✨🎁🌟

5 foot woman... Gretchen Wilson parody

Momma J: Honoring My Angels

Honoring Love, Sharing Memories, and Turning Loss into Purpose

Hi, I'm Jeanne Olivier.
I’m a mom of 8 amazing kids, a Memee to one perfect granddaughter in heaven, and someone learning how to carry joy and heartbreak in the same breath. In October 2024, my daughter Journee (forever 19) and my granddaughter Alanee Grace (forever 3 months and 23 days old) were killed in a drowsy driving accident. Losing them shattered my world, but their light continues to guide everything I do.

I created the “Don’t Drive Drowsy” campaign in their honor to raise awareness and protect others from the silent danger that changed our lives forever. Their story deserves to be spoken. Their names deserve to be remembered.

My greatest role in life is being mom to Ashlee (28), Shawnee (25), Kenya (24), Amaree (18), KJ (17), Aaliyah (13), Kyree (10), and Journee. My only grandbaby, Alanee Grace, was pure sunshine. I carry their love and legacy with me every single day.

When I’m not working in education or advocacy, you can find me with my two loyal dogs, Bear and Oaklee, and a house full of cats with names as extra as my heart:
Miss Mittens Smokey Mountain BBQ, Chadwick (Bozeman, of course), Tye Dye, Memee’s Sugar, Buffalo Chicken Dip, and Boots.

I also grow a lush plant collection (shoutout to Brianna the Monstera, now over 6 feet tall!), write quirky jingles and parodies, and use journaling and TikTok to navigate grief, healing, and humor.

Whether you’re here to connect, laugh, cry, or learn about drowsy driving prevention, I’m so glad you’re here. This space is built on love, legacy, advocacy, and continuing to show up even when it hurts.

Welcome to the Hitt Show Episode 1

Self love advocate

🌿💖 "Make your heart the prettiest thing about you." 💖🌿

In a world where skincare routines and decor trends reign supreme, let's not forget the most important canvas of all – our hearts. As a mom of 8, educator, and self-love advocate, I've learned that true beauty radiates from within.

From crafting and decorating to nurturing my tropical plant oasis, each moment is a celebration of creativity and gratitude. Join me on this journey of self-discovery, where every smile, every hug, and every laugh adds a new brushstroke to the masterpiece of life.

Embrace the beauty of your soul, cultivate self-love, and let your heart bloom brighter than any tropical landscape. 🌺✨ #HeartfeltBeauty #SelfLove #GratitudeJourney

Lemon8