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Alisha Chambers Obituary

CHAMBERS Alisha Dawn Chambers, 14, April 16, 1996, fell asleep peacefully with the angels on Saturday afternoon. Her life was a struggle from birth, as she was born with a medical condition that caused her to have many operations and health issues as well as not being able to talk or walk. The size of an eight year old it was always hard to think of her as anything but God's littlest angel. Her ever-present smile and the sparkle in her eyes were a constant reminder to all who knew her that the true joy in life is just being alive and being around those who love you. She never cried. She hardly ever even made an unhappy face. She loved people, especially the Dinguess kids. To understand the effect she had on all of us was to watch her 2 year old nephew, Zach, Josh's son climb up into her arms as she sat in her favorite chair and give her a hug and kisses as she just laughed and laughed. She is survived in life by her brother, Joshua, 20, a man who sacrificed much of his own childhood to care for and love her; her sister, Alexis (Joel) Kessler, 26, who loved and cared for "LuLu" with the love of a true sister; her parents, Carla and Gary; step-mother, Roxy; uncle, Michael (Lisa) Chambers; great-aunt, Cheryl Poulton; aunts, Teresa Molnar, Lisa Pullen, Sharon (Lee) Brennan, Lisa (Jason) Jones; grandparents, David and Edna Sowards, Ellen and Raymond Klepinger; nephews, JJ (Lexi) and Zach (Josh); niece, Hayden (Lexi); and many cousins. She is preceded in death by her brother Zachary. Alisha was truly blessed to have been cared for and loved by some of the finest people on earth.daytime Kay (Shawn) Dinguess, Kim (Doug) Cook, and nighttime nurses Carsteen, Angelique, Rhonda, Sherry and others, the staff of the Homecare Network as well as the wonderful staff of Children's Hospital. We would also like to thank all those who have prayed for her throughout the years. Please send donations instead of flowers to the Chambers Foundation in care of Tech International, 200 WE Coshocton, St., Johnstown, OH 43031. Alisha we will always love you and miss you. Now you can run, play and sing. Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, February 10, 2011 at CROUSE-KAUBER-SAMMONS FUNERAL HOME, 225 N. Main St., Johnstown, OH with Rev. Jesse Cullison officiating. Entombment to follow at Green Hill Cemetery, Johnstown, OH. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 9, 2011 from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. An online memorial will be located at www.cksammons.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Feb. 7 to Feb. 8, 2011.

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Patti James

May 11, 2012

Gary, Carla, I am so sorry to hear that you've lost a precious child! By chance, I was on Facebook and somehow saw the obituary. I don't know what you and your family must be feeling, as I've never lost a child, but did lose my husband of 43 years recently, so I am well acquainted with grief. Please know you are in my prayers for the peace that passes all understanding. May our God bless you all!

Angela Christopher

March 22, 2011

Carla ~ I just happen to have come across Alisha's obituary and was so sad to read about your loss. I will be praying for your family. So sorry, my friend. Matthew 11:28.

Roger & Viviana Yost

February 11, 2011

Gary, Carla & Families,
We just heard about Alisha and truly feel your loss. We remember her happy face as a little girl and know how she will be missed.

Patty Congrove

February 10, 2011

Gary & Josh
So sorry to hear of Alisha's passing.

Carmen Porter

February 10, 2011

My prayers are with you during this time. God Bless

Debi

February 9, 2011

As hard as it is to think that we have to go on without our loved ones, we have to realize that they are now in a better place than we are. Please know that she is in Heaven looking down on you and smiling as she runs and plays. Take heart in knowing that some day you will be with her again.

Jodi Cochran

February 9, 2011

Dear Roxy, Gary and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss.
All of you will be in my thoughts and prayers, always.
Peace be with you all.
Jodi Cochran

Marilou Tonnesen

February 9, 2011

I will remember beautiful Alisha's smile and how comfortable she always was in the care of her parents and caregivers. Alisha touched and inspired me, as have Carla, Gary, and Kay. I know Alisha was and is loved by many. I send my sympathy to her family, caregivers, and friends who miss her so much - and prayers to God to comfort you in your grief.

Arlena Hughes

February 9, 2011

Carla-
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. My prayers are with you, from one mother to another.

Paul Maynard

February 9, 2011

Im sorry for the loss of a great person in your family. She was a loving sister and she will be missed by many. The support of friends and family will get you through this hard time. You will forever be missed Alisha Chambers but NEVER forgotten! R.I.P. lulu you will be greatly missed

February 9, 2011

Gary, Roxy and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Laura and Tom Hupp

Renee Moffitt

February 9, 2011

Carla n Josh,
I am so sorry. I know how much you both mustbe hurting. May God heal you both and remember the good times with her.

Renee Moffitt

February 9, 2011

I remember your mom opening her home to me and being such an amazing mother to her. There wasn't a second that went by that your mom wasn't with her or checking on her. and Josh you were and are an amazing brother. Your sister was very lucky to have you both. She was such an amazing young lady. I remember how we'd put in Fraggle rock and she'd sit there and get so focused on it and be happy. She was a strong young lady . Now she is home with God and watching over all of you.

Abbie Gorsuch

February 9, 2011

I'm so sorry. Prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Tytus Miller

February 9, 2011

So sorry for your loss. Josh let me know if you need anything buddy.

Josh chambers

February 9, 2011

Thank you everyone for all of your thoughts and prayers. It means alot to my whole family to know that we have so many people praying for us and helping out in a time such as this. On behalf of my Mother, Father and my Big Sister I say thank you and May god bless you. My sister was a wonderful little girl who was also the strongest person i have ever met. But i thank god that she will never have to have another surgery or go through any more pain. My little sister always wore a smile on her face, no matter how much pain she was in. My Sister is and will always be my hero

Joshua chambers

February 9, 2011

Thank you to everyone who have kept my family and my beautiful baby sister in your thoughts and prayers. I speak for my Mother Father and Big sister when i say that it helps knowing that we have so many people that are keeping us in thoughts and prayers and also helping out so much thank you so very much

Libby Henderson

February 9, 2011

~Alisha will forever live in our hearts....an angel who I dearly loved.~

Tracy Scholl

February 8, 2011

I had the great pleasure of meeting Alisha a few times when she was with Kay, and she sure brought joy to all who were around! I am very saddened by the news of her going Home to our Lord and Savior but we know now that she is even happier than she was down here! Prayers going up for all the family and all the friends and also all the caregivers who grew to love her as a daughter!

Simone Luedtke

February 8, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. My God comfort your heart.

February 8, 2011

Gary and family,
I got a note from Janet telling me your daughter had died. I am so sorry, I know the her loss hurts a lot. Even when you know it is best for Alisha, it still is hard for you. It always hurts to lose someone you love!.
John and Sharon (Cullison) Thweatt

Jodie Brown

February 8, 2011

Carla, the love of a mother is endless and my heart aches for all of you. I am praying that God sustains you all in your mourning and brings a little peace to the emptiness you feel right now.

Todd, Tricia, Matthew and Olivia Cannon

February 8, 2011

Our hearts go out to all of you. Alisha was so beautiful, happy and strong. She touched everyone's lives. We are so sorry for your loss and hope you are able to find peace in your time of mourning.

Kellie Lee

February 8, 2011

I am so sorry for you loss, my prayers and thoughts are with your family

Deanna Hurst

February 8, 2011

Gary
I am so sorry for your loss- My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

February 8, 2011

Chambers Family,

I have never seen, heard, or ever knew of this little lady-however just from the entry and well provided description..I feel as though I can see her, I imagined her nephew running and jumping in her arms, with those drooling kisses of his - All over her high perched cheeks (from the smiling (Love))- and the warm smiles that made him all warm and googly inside. WOW! what an awesome person she must of been!! Please accept my most sincere condolences ... I have experienced this same exact angel in my family (Never saw a tear). WOW what a BEAUTIFUL ANGEL she had to be, such a rare flower. I just can't believe how moved I was to JUST reading about this young lady.. rest assured she's still smiling ;-}

February 8, 2011

Gary & Roxy and Family,
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy in this difficult time. We will keep all of you in our prayers. God Bless
Paula Drake

Mandy Thompson

February 8, 2011

Alisha (LuLu) had an amazing smile that could light up a room. She was an amazing little girl. I feel blessed to have know her.
Gary and Carla, so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. You all are in my hearts and prayers.

sue wolfe

February 8, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss.

Ashley Ward/Speck

February 7, 2011

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time

Doug & Kim Cook

February 7, 2011

Alisha is having the time of her life right now!!! Free to sing, dance, run and play! She will forever be in our hearts!!!! Her smile hugs never forgotten!

Love, Doug, Kim, Kyle and Caleb Cook

nicole wade

February 7, 2011

To a little angel who lit up the room with her smile who showed her love to all with her heart and never knew a stranger! She was love by all and will be missed by many!

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