Family, friends, and colleagues on two continents are mourning the loss of Rachel Hagg, a vibrant and compassionate woman whose life touched countless people from Iowa to Australia.
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Born and raised in Ankeny, Iowa, Rachel carried the warmth of her Midwestern roots into every new chapter of her life. In recent years, she built a home in Sydney, Australia, where she pursued advanced studies and forged deep connections with those around her.
Rachel began her professional journey in finance, working with Wells Fargo Home Mortgage before joining the Finance Rotation Program at Collins Aerospace. Known for her sharp intellect and collaborative spirit, she excelled in every role. In 2020, Rachel expanded her focus to global sustainability through the University of Sydney’s Sustainability Analysis program, pairing academic rigor with her passion for creating positive change.
Friends remember Rachel as thoughtful, witty, and unfailingly kind — someone who could make strangers feel welcome and loved ones feel truly seen. Whether discussing complex policies, laughing over coffee, or encouraging others to take on new adventures, she brought authenticity and light to every encounter.
A close friend shared:
“Rachel was my closest and best friend, a profoundly bright light in the world… Life without her feels emptier and less welcoming. I’m endlessly grateful for the privilege of knowing her.”
Rachel’s impact spans the communities she touched: family and friends in Ankeny, colleagues in the finance sector, classmates at the University of Sydney, and many in Australia whose lives were brightened by her warmth and generosity.
As loved ones grieve her passing, they also celebrate the curiosity, compassion, and joyful spirit that defined her life. Rachel’s legacy lives on in the people she inspired and the love she gave so freely.
May she rest in peace, and may her memory continue to guide and comfort all who were fortunate to know her.