Hearts are ringing with sorrow and disbelief in Pasadena, Maryland, after hearing of the passing of Jasmyn Alexandra “Alex” Ahrens on January 2, 2026. Jasmyn Alexandra “Alex” Ahrens, born on August 1, 1991, at Malcolm Grow Medical Center on Joint Base Andrews, left this world suddenly at the age of 34 while at home in Pasadena.
Her departure came without warning, leaving those closest to her grappling with an immense and unexpected void. Though the details of her final moments remain private, the shock of losing someone so full of life has rippled through her family and friends.
A proud graduate of Chesapeake High School’s class of 2009, Alex continued her education at Anne Arundel Community College before finding her calling in the hospitality world. She brought genuine warmth to every shift, greeting guests with an infectious smile that made ordinary days feel brighter. Wherever her career led her, she always found her way back to Cookie’s Kitchen, the beloved restaurant owned by her grandmother, a place rich with family stories and shared meals.
Alex lived for simple joys that reflected her bright spirit. She chased sunshine at the beach, relaxed by her “mom mom’s” pool, and poured endless affection into her pets, Porky the dog and Pricilla the cat. Known for her lively humor and rare ability to lift anyone’s mood, she turned everyday moments into lasting memories for those lucky enough to share them with her.
Her family circle formed the heart of her world, anchored by her devoted husband, Gregory Florentino, and her loving mother, Yolanda Ahrens, alongside her father, Trent Winge. She shared close bonds with grandparents Lee Hofmann and Cookie Kiser, brother Brett Rogers, sisters Kaylee and Loren Winge, aunt Laura Rebstock, uncle Shawn Rebstock, and cousins Blake and Reed Rebstock. Lifelong best friends Heather Skrzecz and Kristen Paskoski stood by her side through countless adventures, their friendship a constant source of laughter and support.
The Pasadena community now carries forward the light Alex shared so freely, remembering a woman whose kindness and vibrant energy touched countless lives in quiet yet profound ways. Her sudden absence serves as a reminder to cherish the people who make ordinary days extraordinary. In celebrating her 34 years, those who knew her find comfort in the joy she gave so generously.
Family and friends will gather to honor her memory on Saturday, January 10, 2026, with visitation from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Stallings Funeral Home on Mountain Road in Pasadena, followed immediately by a funeral service at 4:00 PM in the same location. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes contributions to Evolve Life Centers, reflecting causes close to Alex’s heart. Through these gatherings, her warmth will continue to shine in the stories shared and the love that remains.