Remembering Ada

It is with profound sadness that we share the loss of our beloved Ada, who passed away unexpectedly on 22nd August 2025, aged just 19. Ada was a daughter, a sister, a friend, and an extraordinary young woman who inspired everyone around her with her courage, kindness, and love for life.

From a young age, Ada faced the challenges of epilepsy with bravery and determination. Her doctor once told her, “Epilepsy is like a mountain. You can choose to climb it, or you can stay at the bottom and not live life.” Ada chose to climb every single day. She embraced life fully, cherishing every moment, and even wrote a book about her journey, "Sparky Brain: Epileptic Tips and Stories", in the hope of helping others.

Ada had a remarkable gift for noticing beauty in the world – in poetry, which she both read and wrote herself, in crystals she collected endlessly, in the stars she loved to gaze at, and in flowers and buzzing bees. She delighted in small joys, like picking up chestnuts along the way and carrying them in her pocket, or holding a tiny frog in her hand. Simply being in her presence inspired others to see the world’s wonder through her eyes.

Travel was another great love of Ada’s. From an early age, she travelled widely with her parents, discovering new places and cultures that shaped her adventurous spirit. Later, she explored the world with her friend Jesper, and eventually set out on her own. By 19, she had already seen more of the world than many do in a lifetime.

She also found strength in martial arts. Through judo and jiu-jitsu, she became more resilient and tougher. Later, she discovered a passion for pole dancing, which gave her not only a strong core and graceful strength but also a sense of confidence and freedom that she carried with pride.

Most of all, Ada was a devoted big sister. She adored Emilia and Laura, always sharing her knowledge, reading with them, showing them movies she loved, taking them out for lunch, and taking care of them while guiding them with care and attention. She was like a “mothering” figure to her friends – always checking in, making sure everyone was cared for, and bringing warmth, laughter, and support wherever she went.

At the University of Glasgow, Ada was studying psychology, driven by her dream of becoming a psychologist to help children with autism, a goal rooted in her deep empathy and passion for others. Her intelligence, compassion, and unique spirit left a lasting mark on everyone who knew her.

We are heartbroken by her loss and now face the difficult task of organising her funeral and covering associated costs. If you would like to support us in honouring Ada’s memory and helping her family during this profoundly difficult time, please consider making a donation. Every contribution, no matter the size, will help us celebrate Ada’s life and ensure she is remembered with the love and dignity she deserves.

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