In Loving Memory Of Asal

Our beautiful fighter has gained her wings and transitioned to heaven. She touched so many lives with her strength, grace, and unwavering spirit, and her presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Her close friends have created this page to support our dear friend and her family during this incredibly difficult time. As they navigate this loss, we hope to ease the financial burden associated with final arrangements and medical expenses.

Her family is deeply grateful for the overwhelming love, prayers, and support shown throughout her healing journey. Your kindness has meant more than words can express.

All donations will go directly toward:

• Funeral and memorial arrangements
• Outstanding housing & medical bills
• Urgent family needs

Any contribution, no matter the size, is truly appreciated. If you’re unable to give, sharing this page and keeping the family in your thoughts and prayers means just as much.

Asal’s impact to the world: Asal touched countless lives through both her personal warmth and her extraordinary professional impact. She was not only a beloved friend, but also a tireless advocate for those facing some of life’s most difficult battles.

As a former White House Senior Advisor on Health Outcomes and Cancer for the Moonshot Initiative, Asal played a vital role in advancing a national effort to reduce cancer deaths and improve the lives of patients and their families. She was deeply committed to increasing early detection, addressing health disparities, and pushing forward research to help end cancer as we know it.

Beyond her work at the national level, Asal was a powerful voice in the cancer community. She spoke at countless medical conferences, passionately advocating for greater funding and awareness—especially for early-stage colon cancer, which is increasingly affecting younger populations. Her work as a consultant with Colorectal Cancer Alliance further amplified her impact, helping to educate and empower patients and families.

Driven by her unwavering dedication, Asal co-founded CRCC Change alongside her close friend, David Hicks, to expand awareness and support for those impacted by colon cancer. She fought tirelessly for underrepresented communities and anyone in need of a helping hand.

Her advocacy extended beyond healthcare. Whether working on Capitol Hill or serving as a Senior Advisor on Senator Klobuchar’s Presidential Campaign, Asal championed fairness, justice, and opportunity for all. For nearly a decade, Asal also served as the Director of Government Affairs for amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research, where she championed critical policies and funding to advance HIV/AIDS research and support affected communities. Her passion, courage, and selflessness defined everything she did.

Asal’s legacy is one of strength, compassion, and meaningful change. Her voice and impact will continue to inspire so many.

 

Thank you for your compassion and support.

With gratitude,
Gelila, Sara & Friends