MOWER COUNTY, Minn. — The Winona community is heartbroken following the tragic passing of 27-year-old Jasmine Katherine Brown, whose life came to a devastating end late Wednesday night in a crash along Interstate 90. Her loss has left family, friends, and loved ones in deep mourning, struggling to come to terms with a tragedy that feels both unimaginable and painfully real.
Jasmine’s final moments were filled with anguish that she courageously shared in a deeply emotional message shortly before the crash — words that have since shaken hearts across the community. Her final post read:
“I’m done surviving. Goodbye everyone. I’m sorry I couldn’t be a better mother. I’ll miss you Isabella, Izaya, and Lilyana. Someone needs to go to my apartment 602 Mankato Avenue, Apt 202. My children are home alone playing Roblox.”
Those haunting words, raw and heartbreaking, reflected a soul in pain — a young mother overwhelmed by life’s burdens, yet thinking first of her children even in her final moments. Thanks to the quick response of authorities, her three young children were found safe at home, unaware of the tragedy unfolding.
Born and raised in Winona, Jasmine Katherine Brown was known for her bright smile, her kind spirit, and her deep love for her children — Isabella, Izaya, and Lilyana. Friends describe her as a loving mother who worked tirelessly to create a warm and happy life for her family. She was devoted, creative, and resilient, often finding joy in the small moments she shared with her kids.
“She had a heart full of love,” said a close family friend. “Even when she struggled, her children were always her world. She did everything for them.”
Her sudden passing has left a deep void in the lives of those who knew her. Across social media, hundreds have shared tributes, memories, and words of sorrow. Some recall her laughter that could brighten a room; others remember her selflessness and strength.
“She was the kind of person who would check on you even when she wasn’t okay herself,” one friend wrote. “She deserved the love and peace she was always trying to give to others.”
A memorial of flowers, candles, and handwritten notes now rests outside Jasmine’s home on Mankato Avenue — a quiet, tearful tribute to a woman whose pain resonated far beyond her circle of friends. The community has also come together to offer love and support to her children as they face the days ahead without their mother’s comforting embrace.
This tragedy has also sparked important conversations around mental health, compassion, and the unseen battles so many face in silence. Local leaders and advocates are urging anyone who feels overwhelmed or hopeless to reach out — to know that they are not alone.
“Jasmine’s story reminds us how critical it is to listen, to reach out, and to care for one another,” one counselor shared. “We must make sure every person knows that help is out there — and that their life matters.”
Though her time on earth was heartbreakingly short, Jasmine Katherine Brown’s love lives on — in the laughter of her children, in the memories of her friends, and in the hearts of all those touched by her story. She will forever be remembered as a beautiful soul whose kindness, courage, and devotion to her family will never be forgotten.
May her memory live on as a reminder to cherish every moment, to love deeply, and to extend grace to those who may be silently struggling.
Rest in peace, Jasmine Katherine Brown (1998–2025). You will always be remembered with love.
If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help. Call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — available 24/7, free, and confidential. You are not alone.