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Sarah Simental Obituary

Simental, Sarah E.

Sarah E. Simental, age 18, devoted daughter of Donald and Deborah (nee Gade) Simental; loving sister of Matthew Simental; cherished granddaughter of Lawrence and Karen Gade and the late Raymond and Betty Simental; loved by her furry best friend Bailey; dearest niece, cousin and friend to many. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 P.M. at Lawn Funeral Home, 7732 W. 159th St. Orland Park, IL 60462. Funeral service and interment private. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to P.A.W.S of Tinley Park at pawstinleypark.org/donate. Due to the State of Illinois COVID-19 guidelines, visitation is limited to 10 people at all times. We kindly ask to keep your visitation brief to allow all to pay their respects. Masks and social distancing are required. The coffee lounge is not available for use, please refrain from bringing food into the funeral home. Info: (708) 429-3200

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 29, 2020.

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Rick J. Novak

December 25, 2021

Merry Christmas inHeaven, Sarah...To the Simental family, Although I didn´t know Sarah, I remember reading about her in the news, I as a father have lost my only child, Samantha (1992-2006), we go through all kinds of emotions throughout the year and I know what you are going through, some days are harder than others, but remember at Christmas, our daughters are celebrating Christmas with Jesus, the greatest gift of all. Till we meet them again in Heaven, may you find peace in your lives....Rick Novak, from DE

Theresa Frachalla

January 7, 2021

To the Simental family...I wanted to express my condolences for the loss of beautiful Sarah. My heart hurts as I think about her walking out of school chatting with my Tony when they were little. And, we cherish the fun times Tony had with her swimming at your house. She was a sweet, special girl. She will always be remembered and you are all in my prayers.

S/A Lisa Osborne (ISP DII)

January 5, 2021

Words cannot express how deeply sorry I am for your family's loss. You will all always be in my prayers.

Peggy

January 5, 2021

Don and Debbie I am so very sorry for your pain.

Lisa McFarlane

January 5, 2021

I am so very sorry for your loss of such a young beautiful soul. Condolences to her family and friends, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless and be with you during this most difficult time.

Gloria Valdez

January 4, 2021

So sorry for your loss. Condolences and prayers from me and my family

Capri Rodriguez

January 2, 2021

I'm so sorry for your heartbreaking loss. My thoughts and prayers to her family, friends, and also her furry friend bailey. May she rest peacefully.

Thalia Bayer

January 2, 2021

I read about your lovely daughters passing in the news, and I was filled with grief. I, too, know the pain of losing a child. There is no greater grief. I hope that memories of better times will bring peace to your heart. May her memory be eternal. My thoughts and are prayers are with you.

Carol

January 2, 2021

Sending sincerest condolences and prayers that her family will have the strength needed to get through this.

Deadra Stokes

January 2, 2021

My heart aches for you and your family! I will keep your family in my continued prayers. I am so extremely sorry for your loss!

Susan Pratl

January 1, 2021

Heard you´re story on the news! Been telling my family what happened. I am so sorry for your loss!

MN

December 31, 2020

So incredibly sorry for your loss. I never knew your family but had to extend my condolences during this difficult time. Your daughter will continue to watch over you from above and may the love of God embrace you during this time.

Adam Scott

December 31, 2020

I just saw your daughter´s story on the news tonight. I have been in tears and crying for the last hour and I never even new her. Words cannot express how I am feeling for your loss right now. I am so sorry and I am praying for you all to get through this difficult time.

William Ballew

December 31, 2020

I am so very sorry to read of this,Im sorry to say I never knew or met her,however I grieve for her and her family and friends that will miss her so much,its so sad and she was so young,May God Bless her family, friends and loved ones and comfort all of you and take solace in knowing you WILL see her again, in Heaven! My heart is so saddened to just now read of this and all of you will be in my prayers!

Mike Pinto

December 31, 2020

I am so very sorry for your loss. I do not know you but have had children who have gone to LWE! She was a beautiful girl taken way too soon. My thoughts and prayers will always be with you!

Jay Jasiak

December 31, 2020

Don and Deb we are so sorry for your loss. Love the Jasiak

Viv B.

December 31, 2020

My deepest sympathy to your family for the loss of your dear, sweet daughter. Gone way too soon. Her story just touched my heart. God Bless you all.

Karen W

December 31, 2020

I'm so very sorry for your loss. May God watch over all of you during this hard time.

Ralph Billingslea

December 31, 2020

Debbie and Family:
My deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
No amount of words can express the pain you´re going through. My prayers and blessings are with you.
May God continue to bless you and your family.
Ralph Billingslea

Kim Daniele

December 31, 2020

Although I do not know you I read your story. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Dianne Shorter

December 31, 2020

Was so sad to hear of Sarah´s death. I´m sorry for your great loss.

Kristie Miner

December 31, 2020

Please know that my prayers are with you all. I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter Sarah. As the mother of two teen daughters, my heart breaks for you all. May you feel strength, love, and peace in the days, months, and years ahead.

Patricia G Lara

December 31, 2020

My deepest condolences I read her story; prayers for strength. CA

Rick Novak, DE

December 31, 2020

So sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter Sarah, I as a parent who lost my daughter at the age of 14, understand what you are going through. May God bless your family and remember, Sarah is in a much better place now and we will all be reunited one day.....time will heal a bit, but we never will forget our lost children, life will be forever different. Time is a Gift, something I never really understood until my Samantha passed away...stay strong...Rick

Gina

December 31, 2020

I am so very sorry for your loss. I read your story online and I wanted to send prayers and sympathy.

Amanda Pack

December 30, 2020

Very sorry for your loss. I read about her heartbreaking story online. As an mother my heart aches for you. I'll be praying for your family.

Joshua Traylor

December 30, 2020

Read a news article about your daughter, very sorry to hear that she passed away. May the Lord comfort you and your family.

Chris Harske

December 30, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. So sorry to hear about your daughter

Julia Lindsay

December 30, 2020

I am so very sorry for the loss of your daughter, I read about her in the newspaper.
I pray the family finds strength in this tragedy and
Realizes that She would want you all to carry on and live your best lives in her honor.
I am so very sorry for your loss.

Dee

December 30, 2020

My father, 89 years old, a retired Baptist minister in Texas, fell ill and died on the same day as Sarah. I feel certain he held her hand all the way to heaven.
My hands are holding your heart as you grieve the loss of Sarah.

Cynthia Perez

December 30, 2020

My sincerest condolences. Prayers for Sarah and the family. I read the story on Facebook and I am just heartbroken.

Helen Ricaurte

December 30, 2020

We don't know each other but I wanted to express my sincere condolences for the loss of your beautiful daughter. I saw your story on our local news feed. Praying for you and your family.

The Haab family

December 30, 2020

So sorry for your unimaginable loss.

Brian and Laura Sokniewicz

December 30, 2020

We are heartbroken for your loss. Many can not imagine what you are going thru, sadly Brian and I can. We know first hand how difficult it is to lose a daughter. Try to take things one day at a time and please don´t be afraid to reach out to us. Your beautiful Sarah will always be with you in spirit, and watching over you all from heaven. You are in our prayers, love Laura and Brian

Cathy Poisson (MA)

December 30, 2020

Your story was just shown on our news tonight. I am so heart broken for you! I have an 18 year old daughter who is the light of my life! It's so hard at this age to constantly say NO especially with all this remote school, it's taking a toll on these kids, but I just told her your story and she had just asked about going to a friends house tomorrow night and I just told her NO, no more friends in person right now. I can't even imagine what you're going through. I will be thinking about you going forward. Please know people are thinking of you.

The Chirillo Family

December 30, 2020

We are so so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember my kids being friends with Sarah & Matthew as kids in daycare. She was a beautiful young woman who will be dearly missed. All our love and prayers to you and your family. God bless

Kip LeWald

December 30, 2020

I´m very sorry for your loss. May you always remember the best of her until you see her again in heaven.

Marla

December 30, 2020

I did not have the pleasure and honor of knowing your precious Sarah, but the tragic story of her loss compels me to write to offer my most sincere condolences to you. As a parent myself, what you are experiencing is unthinkable and obviously unimaginably unbearable. I don´t have words to tell you how sorry I am for your loss, but may Sarah rest in peace and may her memory be a blessing. I hope you will be able to find comfort through the love and support of family and friends, through happy memories, and the knowledge that Sarah´s very premature passing may inspire someone else to take all precautions against Covid to protect themselves and others from this deadly disease. I wish you peace and the strength to endure your terrible loss.

Ida L

December 30, 2020

My sincere condolences for your family. I´m a stranger to you but please know that your family is in my prayers. May God hold you all gently in His hands during this time.

Jan

December 30, 2020

I didn´t know your Baby/Daughter Sarah...I read your Families Story about your sudden tragic loss. Just know that I´m Praying for You and Your Loss. I´m sending you a Group {{Hug}} from My Family to Yours. God Bless ~Jan

Shannon Schwark (Fite)

December 30, 2020

My deepest sympathies and prayers for the family. I remember taking care of Sarah and Matthew when I worked at the daycare they went to. Such a wonderful family. So sorry for your loss! Pictured is the Sarah I remember.

Dawn Drumm

December 30, 2020

My deepest sympathies to your family. Your story touched me deeply and I am so sorry for your loss.

Annamcabrera

December 30, 2020

So sorry for ur loss my condolences to the family.

Stacie

December 30, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Sending much love and prayers from Nola. May you find peace in the amazing memories you have

Jennifer Martin and family

December 30, 2020

You don´t know us but please know we are praying for your family. We live in GREENEVILLE Tn. I pray GOD will wrap his loving arms around your family -he will never leave you nor forsake you.

Teresa Coker

December 30, 2020

So sorry for the loss of your daughter. My prayers are with the family. May God give you comfort.

Cara

December 30, 2020

I am so sorry for losing your daughter prayers and thoughts are with you

The Eisenmanns

December 30, 2020

Extending ur deep love and sympathies for your loss. We do not know you personally but be assured that we want to help you carry this great loss and grief. The Eisenmanns from New Lenox

Fran Eddings

December 30, 2020

While I didn´t know Sarah, I send my deepest condolences to your family.

COVID19 is non- discriminate on the impact it has on someone or their family.

Praying for you as you go through the unthinkable.


Fran Eddings

Fran Eddings

Nancy, Des Plaines IL

December 30, 2020

I saw about your daughter´s passing on tv and literally broke down and cried for her and your family. The grief you are enduring at this time must be unbearable. I never met your daughter but she is now a beautiful angel in Heaven. I have so much empathy for your family and sweet Bailey. Know that there are many praying for her and you. I also share Sarah´s love for all animals so I know she had a beautiful heart. Healing will happen with time; I know you must have such beautiful memories to hold on to. May God bless her and your family....I wish you abundant peace....

Grayland Mitchell

December 30, 2020

Sorry For Your Lost, Praying That God Will See You Through Doing Your Difficult Times.

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Petula Todd-Wadley-Dublin , Ga

December 30, 2020

I pray that the Lord keeps you and your family during this most difficult time. Im at a total loss for words.

Dory

December 30, 2020

Sending condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Sara, and also to her furry friend who will miss her greatly. I don't know you, but I am deeply touched by your loss. I pray that peace and comfort be near all those who loved Sara as you go through this unfortunate life journey.

Terrence Ryan

December 30, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this tragic time

Annette

December 30, 2020

I did not know Sarah or your family but I am so sorry for your loss and I want to send my condolences to your family. Thank you for sharing her story. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Kathy Krause

December 30, 2020

I'm so very sorry. Much love goes out to her family & of course beloved Bailey. Sarah is an angel now.

Jeanine

December 30, 2020

My condolences to Don - Deborah & Matthew & the family. I so sorry for your loss

Ariana & Alexander Morris

December 30, 2020

Hello,
We offer such deep condolences for the loss of your beautiful daughter. We can not ever be able to imagine the grief you are all going through. Your family´s story has reached us here in Atlantic City, NJ and want to let you know we feel for you and keep you and your daughter in our hearts and prayers. God bless you all.
-The Morris Family

My family

December 30, 2020

To your family,
Sending prayers for strength during this difficult time.

Sending
Vitual hugs your way..

Tracey Strong

December 30, 2020

I don't know you personally, but your daughter's story touched my heart and I want to say how sorry I am for your loss. No parent should ever have to watch their child suffer and pass away. I pray that the lord will wrap his arms tightly around you all in your time of need. God Bless you all!!

Billy Maloney (Bavaria, Germany)

December 30, 2020

To Sara's family. I am writing to you from Germany and read about your tragic loss. I am an Army veteran of 27-years currently retired however still employed by the Army. I am so very sad after reading the story in the news that I had to reach out to relay my prayers to you during this time. I will pray hard for you that God will assuage your pain and leave only the cherished memories of your daughter. Words escape me as I type this and I felt compelled to write to you, and, I am so very sorry for your loss. God bless all of you!

The Clifford Family

December 30, 2020

We've never met but we want to express our most sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, and friend. Although her time was short may all her beautiful memories help you all through your trying times. May Sarah Rest in Paradise and please give Bailey a hug from us as well. God Bless you all

Scott Kuzminski

December 29, 2020

Our hearts as local south suburban residents are with the Simantals.

I can see how much she loved Bailey, and a beautiful photo to share to everyone of the two best friends.

My heart and prayers are with you

Cindy Stauffer

December 29, 2020

So very sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. I didn't know Sarah or your family but felt the need to say my heart breaks for you and that strangers care. God Bless.

Thomas Ost

December 29, 2020

From our family to yours I am truly sorry for your loss. G-d bless you guys and give you strength as you go through this.
Thomas Ost, Chris DiSalvo-Ost, Joe, Gina, and Briana Ost

Hassett Family

December 29, 2020

Heartbreaking So very sorry for your loss of your beautiful daughter. Sending prayers and hugs your way. May God keep you close during this difficult time.

Tim, Connor & Brennan Egan

December 29, 2020

The world was Blessed with Sarah the past 18 years and it was an honor to know her. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Godspeed.

Sue Woitas

December 29, 2020

I am so sorry for the passing of your daughter, sister. I read the story and wanted to post this message. Peace be with all family and friends. Such a beautiful dog, she will be missed.

Tiffany

December 29, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss I dont know you but when I read the article I broke down again so sorry

Jim and Dolly Podgorny

December 29, 2020

You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences.

Comfort Planter

Anitra Hursey

Sent Flowers

Jeanine a

December 29, 2020

Thinking of you and your family at this horrific time and sending Gods grace to help you through this

Comfort Planter

Lisa Dudczyk

Sent Flowers

Miss Morgan (from Triple R)

December 29, 2020

Dearest Simentals,
I am deeply heartbroken for you. Sarah has & will always hold a special place in my heart. Families like you were the reason I loved working at the daycare. Many prayers, much love, & peace sent your way. With deepest sympathy,

Kim Daniele

December 29, 2020

I am so very sorry for your loss. Even though I do not know you, reading your story I feel like I do

Lincoln-Way East Griffins

December 29, 2020

Our deepest condolences. Sarah will be missed.

Brian and Donna (McManus)Ortiz

December 29, 2020

know that there isn´t anything I could say to take away the pain.
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this awful time. May Sarah Rest In Peace.

Fr. Paul G. Seaman

December 29, 2020

To all of Sarah's family and friends, please know your neighbors at Saint George Church are praying with and for all of you. May God bless Sarah with joy and peace and heal your hearts.

JD Schwarz

December 29, 2020

Don, my heart is broken for you and your family.

William,Jennifer,Jaiden & Malaya Medina

December 29, 2020

Mr. & Mrs.Simental my name is William & I am from Grand Rapids,Michigan. I do not know any of you personally but I seen & read this heartbreaking story about your daughter & family so my wife children & myself want to send our prayer's & condolences to you all!!! Also want you all to know in Christ we are all brother's & sister's so here we will mourn with you all. May God Bless you all & comfort your heart's & know that she is with God safe & sound resting peacefully.

Kevin Hay Family

December 29, 2020

We are so sorry for your heartbreak of losing a child. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this most difficult time.

Matt and Jackie Schedin

December 28, 2020

We are thinking of your family during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathies.

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Haley Costabile

Sent Flowers

Mr and Mrs Marty Stanek

December 28, 2020

Donald, Debbie, and Matt, we are soooo very sorry to hear about your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to yous and your family.

The Parker Family

December 28, 2020

We can not imagine this loss, so we can´t say we understand. We have not been through it. The longest walk that any parent will ever take is the one after their child has run ahead of them. We pray for strength for your family in the days, weeks, and months ahead.
Our deepest sympathies

Kathy Platt/Platt-Sanchez Families

December 28, 2020

Sending you love and our deepest condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Richard Soto Jr.

December 28, 2020

My sincere condolences

Mary Griffin

December 28, 2020

I am so sorry for your heartbreaking loss. You will be in my prayers.

Al & Diane Ulcigrai

December 28, 2020

Condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Jonathan & Samantha Parker

December 28, 2020

Deb, Don, & Matt,

I'm so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ms & Mrs B Ruiz

December 28, 2020

Our sincerest condolences to you are your family. There's no words to express what you're going through, please take care.

Sterchele/Bandyk family

December 28, 2020

We are keeping Matt and the Simental family in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that you are able to find strength and comfort during this trying time.

Shirley Burns

December 28, 2020

I am so very sorry for your loss.

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