Alysia Joy McCauley

Alysia Joy McCauley passed away at 40 years of age on October 13, 2025. Alysia grew up and attended school in Tofield, Alberta, but made her home in Edmonton during her adult years. Alysia Joy — or as we often called her, Leeshe, or Mouse — loved her son Adrian with all her heart.

She leaves behind her beloved son, Adrian, her parents Deena and Dave, her sister Janessa (Seth), and her brother Shawn. She was predeceased by her brother Patrick, and her grandparents George and Myrtle McCauley and Edith and Ben Robbins.

Alysia began her career working in retail, but later, she discovered her true passion in the fitness industry, helping others build confidence, strength, and well-being. Her caring heart and quiet encouragement inspired many. Alysia had a deep love for animals of all kinds. When she was about ten, she hand-fed three tiny kittens every three hours, day and night. One of those kittens stayed with her until it passed at a ripe old age. She always had a special connection with animals, perhaps preferring their company to people at times (and honestly, who could blame her?).

She loved all things arts and crafts. We used to say she’d paint anything—and if you sat still long enough, you might end up painted too. There aren’t many surfaces in her home that don’t bear her beautiful touch. Many of us fondly remember her leading a collaborative paint night, guiding us with patience and laughter.

Though shy and quiet, hence the nickname “Mouse”,  Alysia surprised us all when she stood before everyone at her brother Patrick’s funeral to lead calming breathing exercises. It was such a reflection of her gentle strength and her way of caring for others, even in her own grief.
Alysia always did what she could, in the ways that she could manage. Her kindness, creativity, and quiet courage will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved her.

A memorial service celebrating Alysia’s life will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (5028 58 Ave.) in Tofield on Monday, October 20, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.

Donations to the Canadian Mental Health Association.