Date: January 1, 2001
Name: Stefanie Ward
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
E-mail: Stefiewoo@aol.com.com
Relation to Sara: School Friend
Age: 16
Comments:
I remember getting a call telling me of her death and the terrible accident I was in such a shock all I could do was go to
my room and cry knowing not to question God and what he does I just ask him to send me comfort for I couldn't
understand WHY? Why Sara she was such a special person she always delighted you with a smile never once did I see
her upset about anything. We shared many times together in band and her leadership influenced alot of people to do good
and succeed. She was a great person to talk to she always helped me with my some chemistry from during tutorials. I was
watching a previous band tape and I saw her it just broke my heart that she wasn't still here with us marching and sharing the
fun. She was truly a great person and will always be missed... I love you SARA! Say hello to my family for me :)
I'll see you in Heaven
To the family~~ Stay strong for he knows how much you can bear..
.
~Much Love and Respect~
Stefanie Ward Class of 2002
Date: December 6, 2000
Name: Dianna Menzdorf
City/State: Everman, TX
E-mail: dmenzdorf@yahoo.com
Relation to Sara: School Friend
Age: 17
Comments:
Sara was a great friend of mine. I heard about her death through my best friend. She said she had been in a car accident.
All I could think of is she ok. When I found out she had passed away, I lost it because I felt guilty because I hadn't talked
to her because I had recently moved. Sara meant a lot to me and I miss her dearly. We had started becoming really close
friends during our junior year and then I had to move. I felt bad because I didn't get to talk to her, but I hope to see her
again some day. Sara was a very good person and I thank the family for building this site. It was a very sweet thing to do.
It has helped me realize that life is short so live the most of it. I am dedicating my Senior year to her and everything I do is
in her memory.
Sara, I love you!!!!
Date: December 5, 2000
Name: Samantha Phillips
City/State: Everman, TX
E-mail: chaos6866@yahoo.com
Relation to Sara: Classmate and Friend
Age: 18
Comments:
Dear Sara,
It has been three to four months since you died and it has been hard for many people. When I heard of the news that you
had been in a car accident and that you had died, I could not believe it. I thought it was a joke, which was not a fuuny one.
I am so sorry that you had such a short time on earth but you lived it to the best. You were so smart and had so much going
for you. You had leadership skills and you were great in sports. I can remember you in band and it seemed that I had all the
same classes with you. You were always around and it seems weird that you are not. But at least you are in a better place
were you happy. You are remembered and love, the class of 2001 will never forget you.
Samantha
Date: November 23, 2000
Name: Latasha Texeno
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
Relation to Sara: Teammate/Friend From Souder To Then
Age: 17
Comments:
One of God's most perfect Angels sent down from heaven to shine, that's who Sara was.
God used Sara as Sara allowed herself to be used by God. As Serigio Jackson said
"Everything happens for a reason and who are we to question God?" God had a plan for Sara
and his plan was to let others know about him through her, and that is what she did. Her
passing away shouldn't bring us down, it should lift us up. You know that Sara is in HEAVEN
rejoicing with the Angels. No matter what, Sara will always be remembered by the wonderful
Class of 2001 and when we walk across the stage we will not only be walking for us, we
will be walking for Sara too. I will miss her in Softball and Volleyball.
To Sara's family, keep holding on because joy cometh in the morning light and that is when
we will see Sara floating on her cloud in Heaven.
I Love You Sara!!!!!!!!!!
Sincerely,
Latasha Tezeno
Date: November 23, 2000
Name: Brittany Peyton
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
E-mail: byrd46@juno.com
Relation to Sara: School-Mate
Age: 15
Comments:
To the Family:
Even though I am only in the 10th grade, I remember
talking to Sara in the halls. She was a great person
and she had a lot of things going for her. I really
hated to hear about her accident. I could not believe
it. But, now she is just in a better place. Sara was
definitely loved by many. She will always have a place
in my heart.
your class of 03' friend,
Brittany S. Peyton
Date: November 16, 2000
Name: Kathie Ward
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
E-mail: kyoward@aol.com
Relation to Sara: Mom of an Everman HS Student
Comments:
To The Kirkland Family:
I remind my kids that we are all on loan. God has put us here for a reason. When that
reason has been fulfilled, he will return for us.
As Jesus comforted the Disciples in John 14: 1-4 he reminds them that "I go to prepare
a place for you, and if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you
to be with me". (NIV) We might not necessarily understand why he comes, when he comes and
how he comes, but we must know and find comfort in knowing that he is coming back.
By human standards Sara's life was cut short. "She was so young". But God's calendar and
clock don't look the same as ours. To God Sara was probably far beyond her earthly years.
To the Family - find strength over the next few weeks in Sara's memories and find strength
in the joy of knowing that God is awesome and he does not make mistakes.
My life over the past few years has caused my theme song to be "We Will Understand It Better,
By And By".
I pray God's blessings on you today and always. May you be comforted by the holy spirit
throughout this holiday season.
K Owens Ward
Date: November 14, 2000
Name: Ashlee Townsend
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
E-mail: ashleedionne@aol.com
Relation to Sara: Friend
Age: 16
Comments:
SARA,
I miss you dearly. I miss the times we used to share going down the hall laughing.
Laughing for no particular reason at all.You always had an impact on people to keep them
smiling even though we were having problems. I'm sure you had them too, but you never seemed
to let them show.When I heard of the incident I was kind of unsure about the whole thing.
When I realized that it was reality and not a dream I was heartbroken. You were so sweet to
everyone, I felt as if this shouldn't have happened to you. You were like an Angel sent down
for a purpose. I guess it isn't so bad that you are gone, you can just say that you've done
what needed to be done and, "You Finished Early!" Everything happens for a reason, and it
wasnt punishment "You Just Finished Early!" Every task you were set out to do you always had
time to finish. Now you have time to rest because "You Finished Early!" I just wanted to say
that you are missed dearly and there is always a special place in!
my heart for you. Say hi to my Mommie for me, and I Love You!!!
*~~Ashlee~~*
Date: November 14, 2000
Name: Susan Cardona
City/State: Everman, TX
Relation to Sara: Friend
Age: 18
Comments:
Even though I didn't really get to know her that well, the times I did speak to her, she was
always concerned about how my life was. It really did hurt me when I heard the news, Sara was
a very beautiful person, from inside and out. I ask myself why her, she had everything going
right, I really don't understand why things happen the way they do. I hope that if she's in
heaven which I know she is shes watching us and that she knows that shes always going to be
in my memoriesand she will be loved and missed.
Sincerely,
Susan
Date: November 14, 2000
Name: Cayton McDonald
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
E-mail: Taz1332@juno.com
Relation to Sara: Church-Going Friend
Age: 15
Comments:
I really didn't know Sara that much but I went to church with her All of my life. I
really thought that she made a huge impact on our Youth group and me. And when I heard
that 14 people got saved at her funeral I knew that she was smiling down from her funeral. I
just want her family to know that I love you and I will pray for all of ya'll everyday I'm sorry
this happened but I know God has a plan for this happening.
Cayton
Date: November 12, 2000
Name: Monica Ruiz
City/State: Everman, TX
E-mail: DIABLO6495@AOL.com
Relation to Sara: Friend From School
Age: 17
Comments:
Sara,
You were such a great and wonderful person that as life goes on you will never be
forgotten.It's so hard to believe that just yesterday you were here...and now your
gone...but in a safe place in which you look upon all those that loved you and remember
you...I turly miss seeing you in the hallway and just saying hi to you...remember regional's...
when we went to eat at Chili's...we had such a blast there...talking about all those
little thing's...guy's, parents,work,school,and of course that cute waiter we had...I miss
you dearly Sara...and to her family, Sara was the best and most wonderful as a daugther,
freind, and sister...she was a role model for me and I still sometimes sit in class and
just think of her...sometimes just to even see a picture of her or hear her name brings
a tear to my eye's...but then again i remember and think to myself what a wonderful friend
she was to me...Sara you will always be remembered by all those who loved you very much and
we miss you deeply! Good night for now...and I can't wait to see you once again in heaven.
I love you, Sara!
Love always,
Monica Ruiz
Date: November 11, 2000
Name: Misty Pope
City/State: Everman, TX
Relation to Sara: School Friend
Age: 18
Comments:
Sara it seems just like yesterday that me you and Jennalee was all playing volleyball in
Jr. High none of us would have ever thought this would have happened to you . I know you
had a very bright future a head of you. The band missed you this year we really needed
your leadership this year with the new band dircter and all. Well I can't speak for everyone
but I realy miss being able to laugh and talk with you, you will forever be missed and loved.
Your fellow Senior C/O 01
Misty Pope
#23
Date: November 10, 2000
Name: Seirgio Jackson
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
Relation to Sara: Friend
Age: 18
Comments:
Sara Kirkland, I remember her as if it was just a while back. She was so loving,smart, and
concernd about everyones needs. I feel as if it could have happened to anyone of us but of
all the people I really hate it happened to u.
TRUE LOVE
True love is what I have for you in my heart, True love is something we all needed right
from the start. True love is dear implanted in my mind, while thoughts of you are kept
all the time. True love realizes that God waits for no-one, and what's said is said and
what's done is done. R.I.P now for your with the all mighty one for if could turn back the
hand of time I would change what done. True love is how I dream every night that I would see
you at school the next day. Only to say our day is not to far away. I love you Sara with all
my soul, Sometimes before I think to cry I know God has control.
Bye Sara! Good Night R.I.P.
SURGE
Date: November 9, 2000
Name: Tabitha Ament
City/State: Grand Prarie, TX
E-mail: mjenfam@juno.com
Relation to Sara: Awana Friend
Age: 20
Comments:
-TO ALL OF SARA'S FRIENDS-
I am making a book for Sara's mother to give at Thanksgiving. Time is running out and I
wanted to invite everyone who wanted to add something to it to e-mail me with it at
mjenfam@juno.com If you have pic's you want to go
into the book please mail them to me at:
539 Wexford Dr.
Grand Prairie Tx 75052
Put your name in the envelope also so I can write who they are from. Thank you so much.
I know I will get a big reply because we want her mom to know how much we love and MISS
Sara every day.
THANK YOU and I hope I hear from you soon.
Tabitha
Date: November 9, 2000
Name: Brandy Teague
City/State: Everman, TX
Relation to Sara: Friend From School
Age: 17
Comments:
I remember when I got the news about Sara's death. At first I didnt want to belive. And
sometimes it is still hard to belive that she is no longer with us. Sara you will always be
loved and missed by all your friends at school. Especially by the Senior class of 2001,our
class isnt going to be the same with out you. We love and miss you so much.
Brandy Teague
Date: November 9, 2000
Name: Myranda Hinguanzo
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
E-mail: hmyranda@hotmail.com
Relation to Sara: Friend
Age: 17
Comments:
When I first heard of Sara's death, I was paralyzed. I couldn't believe it. I didn't want
to believe it. I didn't understand how or why. I was so confused. Just earlier this year we
had talked about our summer mission trips we'd both be going on. I was so excited about the
call God had put on our lives, she understood the feeling. Two weeks until my trip to Trinidad,
I get a call of the what happened. All I could do was cry. I began to ask God why, knowing I
should never question anything. I was so confused. My parents were so supportive and had to
continue to remind me to pray and seek God in all of this. I wanted answers. Then He gave
them to me, He reminded me of proverbs 3:5; "trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean
not on your own understanding, in all your ways aknowledge Him and He will direct your path."
The most amazing thing happened, at the funeral an alter call was given. Like Christ her life
was given so that others may recieve. It was the most humble thing I had ever witnessed.
I cried and cried and cried realizing that her life wasn't in vain. As human I wanted her
back here with us, but I was proud to be her friend and sister-in christ. On my trip God
gave me a peace about the whole thing. I shared her testimony with people across the U.S.
as well as some in Trinidad. I gave my all to sharing Christ with others and knew that she
did the same thing. I'd like to say thank you to her family for staying strong and trusting in
God. I had the opportunity to pray with her mom, Thanx!!!!!- Myranda Hinguanzo
Date: November 9, 2000
Name: Jillian Myers
City/State: Arlington, TX
E-mail: CheerGurlTx16@aol.com
Relation to Sara: Friend
Age: 16
Comments:
Hey,
I heard about Sarah's death like a few months ago and I just wanted to say that it broke
my heart. I wrote a song deciated to her letting her and everyone else know some things.
I hope everyone enjoys this song as much as i did writing it. This song will be on my cd
just for her. I don't really know Sara that well at all I just heard about her from my
ex-boyfriend and that just sent this feeling cuz, I know what she's going threw cuz i got
into a serious car accident on my sweet 16 birthday and I almost could have had died but,
I know that God has a place for everyone in this time. Here's the song, if u have any
comments on it please feel free to e-mail me what you think of it and your thank you's to
CheerGurlTx16@aol.com and im so sorry for Sara's death but Sara knows that
we still love her as she watches over us.
"She's an angel "
Intro- ( ambulance talks as whispering of people round the accident)
V1- an unfortunate accident happened their voices get weaker as her eyes began to close. Her
heart became a whisper to her soul as God takes her in his arms Everyone lounger's to get threw
the heart break she has caused.
Because.
Chorus-She's just a child with unborn dreams that shattered at the crash of the car. Her soul
rest upon the world. She's an angel free to fly threw out the heaven's as she watch's over
the people she loves while she is alive in their hearts.
V2- They remove her body from the car as it gets cold and dark inside her body. The angels
comfort her as Sara knows she'll see everyone soon. Her bedroom stays still with not an object
or finger to be touched as a sign above the door says "Welcome Home."
Chorus-She's just a child with unborn dreams that shattered at the crash of the car. Her soul
rest upon the world. She's an angel free to fly threw out the heaven's as she watch's over the
people she loves while she is alive in their hearts.
v3- Sara your in heaven now being taken real good care of.
Whispers - Sara, you're such a great angel words can't
even describe all the changes you've
made our lives well see you
real soon in heaven Sara, we all love you Sara!
Love always and forever,
Jillian
xoxoxoxox
Date: October 27, 2000
Name: Ryan Whitley
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
E-mail: rwhitley@teleteam.net
Relation to Sara: Friend
Age: 21
Comments:
Sara,
I will never forge the trip To New York City my senior year. That was the first time
i had really got ot know you. You were such an encouragement and a blast to hang out
with on the trip. I will never forget the talks we had and the things that were shared.
You were always a great testimony for Christ, which made me strive to live a better life.
One thing I will miss is your sense of humor. I can remember on Wed. Nights going up stairs
and me and you teasing each other. YOu were a great friend. Thank you for your life and
what it stood for. Your death has made me value life so much more and has drawn me even
closer to God. You are missed but i will see you again.
To her family,
I will continue to pray for you. Your strength during this time has been a blessing and
encouragment. Thankyou for this website, it has been great to look at old pictures of Sara,
and remember her. I also wanted to thank you for the money you donated for the carpet.
You are such a blessing. I will continue to pray for you.
Date: October 11, 2000
Name: Jon Haley
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
E-mail: JohnHaley@teleteam.net
Relation to Sara: Youth Pastor
Age: 27
Comments:
I have been thinking a lot about Sara and her death lately. A man in our Church, Pat, died and as I was
sitting at the funeral I just kept thinking, I wonder what Pat and Sara are taling about. I wonder if Sara is
showing Pat all of her favorite spots in heaven. I wonder if Sara met him at the gates and said welcome
home. I wonder if they talk about how we are serving God right now, or maybe how we are not serving
God right now. I wonder if they could speak to us, what they would say. Get busy, invite more to come,
It will be worth it all, you can do more, we are ok, God is awesome, Heaven is beautiful. I don't really know
what they would say to us, but the memory of Sara always urges me to do more for God and to live life to it's fullest.
Sunday night @ 1:00 in the morning I got a call to inform me that a Senior football player that had gone to camp with us
this year from Sprinfield Mo. was killed in a car accident. I guess this is why all of Sara's memories came rushing back.
The Father of this man was one of the speakers at camp and is a Pastor in Springfield. He was a great kid just like
Sara, involved in school, church, and so much more.
God is still in control even when we don't understand. I just want everyone who reads this to realize that life is
short and if you have not given your life to God you need to. If you have given your life to God then I ask are
you living life to it's fullest, are you completely sold out for God.
Linda and family,
Thank you for this web site. I just wanted you to know that I still think of your wonderful daughter and she
still inspires me to do more for God. Thank you for the money you donated for the carpet in the youth bulding.
The kids love and appreciate it. Thank you very much.
Jon Haley
Date: October 10, 2000
Name: Vincinte Morales
City/State: Pasadena, CA
E-mail: sky585@bolt.com
Relation to Sara: Friend On Net
Age: 18
Comments:
I knew Sara for alittle of time on the net but the time I knew her she became
my friend and she seemed to have everything going for her so I can't believe
why this would happen to her someone that was devoted to her christianity and
to her love of softball.Im just lucky to have met someone like her.I feel sorry
for her family that lost there child.I know she will be in the hearts of everyone
that knew her.
Sicerely, Vicente Morales
Date: October 8, 2000
Name: Katie Edinger
City/State: Arlington, TX
E-mail: katiejo28@aol.com
Relation to Sara: Friend From AWANA
Age: 21
Comments:
Sara,
I can't believe how fast time flies. It seems like just yesterday we were at
AWANA Nationals competing. You were such an encouragement to me and
the rest of the team. I'm so glad we all had the chance to know you. Your life continues
to touch many as we recall many of the fond memories we have of you. Not a day
goes by that I don't think of you. I often catch myself wondering what you're
doing up there with Jesus and I can't wait to join you myself. I'm thankful for
your willingness to live for Him and show His love in your life. You are an
inspiration to me and those that knew you. I'm looking forward to seeing you
again.
Until Then,
Katie Jo
Date: September 28, 2000
Name: Marcus Powell
City/State: Everman, TX
Relation to Sara: Friend From School
Age: 17
Comments:
Sara was a wonderful young lady, she will be dearly missed by all that knew her.
Sara and I played baseball together when we where just kids. We also had a
few talks in Elementary, and Jr. High. When I heard the news it seemed as if
everybody was telling a story, but I later found out it was the truth. I
was very shocked. Well Sara, until we meet in heaven I will miss you. To the
family, I'm very sorry for your loss, she was a very bright young lady, not
to say very cute!
Date: September 20, 2000
Name: J.D. Hill
City/State: Everman, TX
Relation to Sara: Friend From School
Age: 17
Comments:
I've known Sara since I was about 4 or 5 when she was on my T-Ball team.
Sara was also in some of my classes in elementary and ever since then
Sara and I were friends. She was sweet, nice, and kind to everybody.
And that is the way she will be remembered.
Date: September 19, 2000
Name: Jeff Hunt
City/State: Arlington, TX
E-mail: JPHJ57@hotmail.com
Relation to Sara: Awana Varsity Leader
Age: 43
Comments:
SARA,
Well, we had our first varsity meeting last week. Although we had 19 students,
there was a definite hole in the group and in my heart. I caught myself looking
to the door several times waiting for you to get there, late like you often were
because of the 101 other things you were doing with your life. I just want to
say thanks for your participation with our varsity group and for making our trips
to Chicago so enjoyable. You were, and always will be an inspiration to myself
and the rest of our group. Although your homegoing is hard for us here to handle
the impact it has had my life and the lives of other students and people who
knew you clearly shows how awesome of a GOD we serve. I,ll meet you at the
eastern gate when my time comes. (By the way, while your up there praisin
and worshipping, could ya ask GOD to send me a marathon runner for olympics
this year?)
LOVE IN CHRIST, JEFF (PROV.3:5&6)
To sara's family, thanks so much for sharing Sara with us these past 4 years. Our
prayers are with you.
Date: September 18, 2000
Name: Ashley Telesko
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
Relation to Sara: Church Friend
Age: 16
Comments:
Hey, Sara I just wanted to thank you for being such a great insperation to me
and everybody in your life. I miss you and I only wish I knew you better because
your testamony is so great, I have learned so much from you in the short time
that I knew you, I only wish it could have been more. I love you and I will always
miss you. You are always in my heart.
LOVE ALWAYS,
Ashley Telesko
Date: September 18, 2000
Name: Heather Norwood
City/State: Everman, TX
Relation to Sara: Friend
Age: 17
Comments:
Sara,
your were and still are my friend even though we used to fight over being 1st
chair in band in 8th grade. You will be missed. Say hi to my grandpa and my
other kinfolks up there will you? thanks.
Love,
Heather "Suga Bear" Norwood
Date: September 18, 2000
Name: Jennifer Washer
City/State: Virginia Beach, VA
E-mail: Jenann855@aol.com
Relation to Sara: Used to be related by marriage-Aunt
Age: 38
Comments:
The memories I have of Sara are when she was a child. I was not fortunate
enough to have known her recently. One particular momento I have of her
is at Christmas time when she was four years old. It is picture of her
looking up with hope and excitement just beaming from her face. It is
exactly how you would expect a child to look at that wonderful time of the
year. This picture is treasured by both my mother and myself and serves to
remind us of what a special little girl she was. I know we will see her in
heaven. Until then, our thoughts are with her family, especially Linda and
Denise. May God bless and be with you through the tough times ahead. She
was special because she was loved by all who knew her.
Date: August 17, 2000
Name: Stephani Danals
City/State: Burleson, TX
E-mail: Hope1340@hotmail.com
Relation to Sara: Acquaintance
Age: 16
Comments:
Sara,
I just want to say you always looked as if you were living a wonderful
Christian life. I have gone to Hallmark, since I was a baby and yet I
never really got to know you personally. And for that I am so sorry. I
admire you for giving it all to God. I know that you prayed a prayer to
let God use you in the youth group. And I was just reading on your web page,
that like 14 people got saved at your funeral and afterwards. You gave all
those people a place in Heaven, b/c you were willing to let God use you.
How awesome is that! I hope you are having a wonderful time in Heaven.
You have helped me become a better person. Everyday I try so hard to befriend
and become closer to all those that surround me. I treasure every moment I
have with my friends and family. I don't want to miss out ever again on being
friends with someone that was always so close by. I am trying to give my
testimony and be the best Christian I can. Thanks for being a good testimony.
To Sara's family and friends:
I hope that y'all are able to cope with the loss of Sara. Always remember
that she died, in order to give many others a new life. She is a true heroine!
Darel:
I know that you two were very close. And I hope that you will be able to find
someone to help feel the void you have. I will always be here for you as a
friend and a sister in Christ.
LoveIn Christ,
Stephani
Date: August 15, 2000
Name: Jon Haley
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
E-mail: JonHaley@teleteam.net
Relation to Sara: Youth Pastor
Age: 27
Comments:
Sara,
I can honestly say that speaking at your funeral was the hardest thing that
I have ever done in my life. I remember just minutes before the funeral
started I had to go in the rest room and just ball my eyes out. I told God
I can't do this, I don't want to do this, I won't do this. God simply told
me I will do this.
Your tragedy has brought me closer together with God and I realize life is
short and that I must spend every moment I can living for Him 100% a total
commitment.
Your death has also spoken to many teenagers all across the world. Your
testimony was shared at every youth rally on our "New York" trip the story
of your life changed many lives.
I still get tears in my eye when I think about your death. Thank you for
sharing your plans, your dreams, your smile, your friends, your testimony,
your life. This world, and this youth group could use some more Sara's. I
will see you when I get to heaven.
To her family:
Thank you for this website, and thank you for allowing me the opportunity
to share my thoughts at her funeral. Thank you for the $500.00 you gave
to camp this year. We had three souls get saved and all three of them
recieved part of that $500.00. You see her life just keeps touching others.
We love you and will continue to pray for you.
Love, Jon Haley
Date: August 1, 2000
Name: Michelle Holmes
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
E-mail: chelle1205@hotmail.com
Relation to Sara: Friend
Age: 16
Comments:
Hey Sara, I just wanted you to know that I'm glad I got to know you better
as a friend. I love you and miss you. You were an insperation and a good
friend. I'll see you in Heaven!
Michelle
Date: July 31, 2000
Name: Amy Reed
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
E-mail: atiggerj@netzero.com
Relation to Sara: Youth Counselor
Age: 25
Comments:
Sara,
What a joy you were to have in our youth group. Your positive attitude and
leadership was a constant encouragement to the counslers. To the students
you were someone to watch and look-up to. You lived your life as a living
testimony of what God had done for you on Calvary. I am so proud of you.
To the family of Sara, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God fill
the void you are feeling right now with His love.
I praise God for the 13 or 14 souls saved at the funderal and the 2 more that
were added a few weeks ago.
In His Love,
Amy
Date: July 27, 2000
Name: Toy Bartley
City/State: Springfield, MO
E-mail: toy@atlascomm.net
Relation to Sara: Watched Her Grow Up
Age: 46
Comments:
Charles and I knew Denise much better than Sara, but she was the child
that always had a smile on her face, and the one who loved her sister very
much. She watched everything Denise did, with that quiet grin of hers. I
cannot imagine how it feels to lose a daughter/sister. To the Kirkland
Family, we still pray for you often. What a party we will have in HEAVEN!
Date: July 27, 2000
Name: Miranda
Relation to Sara: Church
Age: 14
Comments:
I have always admired Sara. She was an awsome example of Christ. I wish
there where more people in the world like her.
Date: July 27, 2000
Name: James Touchton
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
E-mail: jamtuch316@aol.com
Relation to Sara: Friend from Church
Age: 17
Comments:
Sara, You were an inspiration to all. No maybe not always verbally, but
to each one of us who witnessed your strong walk with God and your
steadfast faithfulness, you were a blessing. You had such a pure heart
and wonderful leadership qualities. I'm gonna miss you as a leader in the
youth group but your legacy will live on. The day of your funeral I
promised myself i would make my senior year count for God and do everything
I could to reach others and build up our class because I knew thats what
you would have wanted and I realized life is short and this is my time.
"Live every moment; leave nothing to chance." One day when God decides He
wants me home, I'll look forward to seeing you there!
Love in Christ,
James Touchton, fellow senior '01
Date: July 26, 2000
Name: Amberly Telesko
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
Relation to Sara: Friend
Age: 16
Comments:
Hey Sara I just wanted to say that I love you! I thank you for your
wonderful testimony and the great example that you were in my life and
the lives of the people that knew you. I have missed seeing your great
smile and hearing your very contageous laugh! I know that we only met
a few months befor God called you home but you were so sweet to me and
you always had a way of brighting up my day!
I LOVE YOU!
Love Amberly
Date: July 25, 2000
Name: Kay Rechnitzer
City/State: Burleson, TX
Relation to Sara: Awana Missionary's wife
Comments:
To Sara's family:
This was our first year as Awana Scholarship Camp Directors.
Little did we know on Saturday, June 3rdthat there would be 2 funerals
that some of our campersand staff would go to on Friday the 9th. We
had theAyotte parents as Varsity counselors and their 3 girlsas campers
this year. Mr. Ayotte's mother passed away during the first part of the
week. All the Varsity kids tried to comfort the family with hugs and
prayers throughout the week. Then Thursday morning we got the message
about Sara. I can't tell you the tears, emotions, and soul searching
that went on the rest of camp by all the Varsity group. We all asked
"why Sara--she was so sweet?". My daughter Holly said Sara was always
so nice to her. It was a camp we will never forget because these 2
deaths seemed to really impact the group and cause them to grow closer to
God. Many looked at their own lives and wondered what would be said of
them if they died today. We will miss Sara so much. I know God will use
Sara's life to teach many more lessons to many more people. We just
need to let God work in each of our lives. I know God is going to
amaze us again and again as He uses Sara to teach us, mold us, shape us
and grow us into the people He wants us to be.
Thank you for sharing Sara with us through the Awana program. We will
never forget the fun we had in Chicago in 1999 when she was part of our
team. I noticed one of the teen pictures you have posted is from that
year and Holly is on Sara's far right(our left as you look at the screen).
Our prayers are with you.
Kay
Date: July 24, 2000
Name: Kelli Knight
City/State: Crowley, TX
E-mail: muzakell@aol.com
Relation to Sara: acquaintance @ church
Age: 17
Comments:
I was not a good friend of Sara's, more of an acquaintance. I saw her at
church almost every Wednesday and Sunday. I never really talked to her
until the Sunday before the accident. We were at drama practice, and she
was filling in for someone else in this skit we were doing. I remember just
sitting there and thinking to myself how much of an inspiration to me she is,
and how I wish I had enough strength to live my life like she was living hers.
And that next Wednesday after the accident, the skit we practiced just kept
playing over and over in my mind, and I didn't believe it was true. I was
very upset about losing someone that would have been a great leader and a
great inspiration to me and to to others on the New York trip. On the trip
I would sit there and listen to the testimonies of the people that really
knew her, and it would inspire me. My life has drastically changed since she
passed away. It has changed for the better. I am getting my life into order
and my priorities straight. And I owe it all to her, and what she did while
she was here. Sara, even though we never really talked, I looked up to you.
You were like a role model for me. Thank you. I owe it all to you and God.
I will see you when my time comes.
Kelli*
Date: July 23, 2000
Name: Robert Rogers
City/State: Waco, TX
E-mail: karnes600@hotmail.com
Relation to Sara: Friend
Age: 18
Comments:
HEY, I KNOW THAT WE HAVE BEEN THROUGH AN AWFUL LOT.
WE'VE KNOWN EACHOTHER FOR AS LONG AS I CAN REMEMBER.
WE LOVED EACH OTHER FOR AS LONG AS I COULD REMEMBER.
WE WERE EACH OTHERS FIRST LOVE AND FIRST REAL KISS.
I WILL AND CAN NEVERFORGET YOU. YOU WERE PRETTY
MUCH MY ALL FOR TWO YEARS STRAIGHT. YOU WERE ALWAYS
A GREAT EXAMPLE FOR EVERYONE AROUND YOU, ECSPECIALLY
ME. THANK YOU AND YOUR MEMEROY WILL LIVE ON FOREVER
IN EACH OF OUR HEARTS. I'LL SEE YOU IN HEAVEN.
I LOVE YOU.
ALWAYS,
ROBERT
Date: July 22, 2000
Name: Justin Tomasi
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
E-mail: GTomasi@juno.com
Relation to Sara: Friend
Age: 18
Comments:
Hey Sara, what can I say but I miss you! Sorry for not always being there
for you when you needed me the most! I love you very much and can't wait
to see you again in Heaven! ( soon I hope )! Love and miss you! Your family
is in my thoughts and prayers!!!
~Justin
Date: July 20, 2000
Name: Roxanne Hooper
City/State: Arlington, TX
E-mail: rhooper@primeco.com
Relation to Sara: School Friend of Denise
Age: 24
Comments:
My thoughts and prayers are with the Kirkland family. I
recently have been in contact with Denise and found out
this news. She was a very special person and will always
be in my prayers. Take care and I will keep in contact.
Date: July 20, 2000
Name: Mandy Skaggs
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
E-mail: martymandy@netzero.net
Relation to Sara: Youth Counselor
Age: 23
Comments:
I had the priveledge of working with Sara in the youth department
at church. She was one of those teenagers that maybe wasn't a leader
verbally but a leader by actions. She was never easily persuaded and
always stood strong. I would have to say this has been one of the
hardest things I have experienced. My prayer and comfort is knowing
that her testimony is leading others to Christ. I pray that this will
rock the world of our teenagers and to teenagers around the world. Life
is short and it is time to get serious and do something that is for eternity.
Sara is missed by me and by our youth group but we know that God's plan
is perfect and that we will she her again. That is the hope and comfort
we have to hold on to.
Love and Prayers,
Mandy
Date: July 17, 2000
Name: Donna Rogers
City/State: Fort Worth, TX
E-mail: Karnes600@Iwon.com
Relation to Sara: Friend of the Mother
Comments:
TO Linda Jean,
I am so sorry for your loss. We have been dear friends since 1965
and felt as though we were like sisters sometimes instead of friends.
Sara was a sweet girl and loved by all of us in the Rogers family.
I remember when I had just started at the Texas Department of Transportaion
and we all were at the Christmas Party in 1988. After the party we all
went to a restraunt there on McCart and talked about old times. Sara and
Robert became close from that moment on.
Even though the Robert and Sara went their different ways Sara always
had a special place in our family just like you Linda Jean and your sister
Martha Ann and your dear parents Wanda and Tom.
Your family were always a Christian influence to our family when we were
younger. Sara reminded me of you Linda when you were growing up. Very
independent and sure of what she wanted. Especially smart just like you
were and still are.
May God comfort you and your family during this time and richly bless
all of your dear family members as he has always done in the past.
Sara will be missed but never forgotton because she was a special young
lady that God placed on this earth for a short time. Sara was one of the
sweetest girls I had the pleasure of meeting in a long time especially
here in this generation.
I know there is a big reunion going on right now with her and your mother
Wanda. I beleive that very soon we will be seeing all of our loved ones
that have gone on before. I beleive that our Savior Jesus Christ is just
about to come and take all those who serve and love him home to be with him.
God has a special plan for each individual he puts down here. And I don't
think that Sara's death was in vain. I beleive through this Website that
her life will touch many people of all ages and many I think will come to
Christ through knowing that life is just a vapor. All of us are here for a
little while. What we do with our lives does matter to all those we come in
contact with.
Linda Jean you and your family have always had a dear place in our hearts
and the friendship and fellowship experienced in the past will never be forgotton.
Dearly,
Donna (Vandervoort) Rogers
Date: July 16, 2000
Name: Russell Rogers
City/State: Arlington, TX
Relation to Sara: Long Time Friend
Age: 20
Comments:
Sara was a great person. I will never forget the Christmas parties
that we went to every year and going to Ashley's with her grandparents
and mother afterwards. When she dated Robert, my little brother,
she became a sister to me. I'll always remember acting stupid just
to see her roll her eyes. I'll never forget you Sara.
Date: July 16, 2000
Name: Roxanne Quintana
City/State: Arlington, TX
E-mail: foxierox1825@aol.com
Relation to Sara: Good Friend
Age: 17
Comments:
Sara was one of the greatest friends anyone could have!
I remember going off and just doing a whole bunch of fun stuff!
We kinda snuck into the movies on the Sunday before she
passed away. We went jogging and swimming together, we even
went to TGIFridays and stared at the hot waiters!! :) I think she
has made a big difference in my walk with God! I love you Sara!!!!
Date: July 12, 2000
Name: Debbie Phillips
Relation to Sara: Darel's Mom
Comments:
Well, it has been six weeks since the death of Sara and
everyday that goes by I think what her and Darel would be
doing, even if it was a phonecall or Sara coming by the house.
Today I realized what a bond the two of them had and what an
impact something like this could put on a family. I just pray
that her family and loved ones are coping and can have joyful
thoughts. The web site was a wonderful idea and I am glad that
we can still talk about Sara with open hearts...thanks again!
Date: July 7, 2000
Name: Linda Lutrick
City/State: Everman, Texas
Relation to Sara: Mother
Comments:
Daniel, I really appreciate you setting up this website. I get
comfort from it every time I go into it. It gives me a good
feeling to know Sara was loved and this website helps me to
identify with her in a very personal way. I would really like
to hear from her friends and acquaintances.
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