Sarah Elizabeth Balch

1985 - 2011

BORN

1985

DIED

2011

FUNERAL HOME

Waters Funeral Home - Concord

50 S. MAIN ST

Concord, New Hampshire

Sarah Balch Obituary

(This obituary was publsihed on June 18, another obituary was published on June 23)

Sarah Elizabeth (Renkert) Balch, 25, her life ended tragically Tuesday, June 14, 2011.

Born in Weymouth, Mass., daughter of Michael Renkert and Virginia Denoncourt. She was a graduate of Merrimack Valley High School class of 2003, and received her Medical Assistant Degree from Hesser College.

She was a loving mother of Elexa Renkert and Lily Balch. She enjoyed 4-wheeling, snowmobiling, and spending time outdoors. She loved life.

She is survived and loved by her parents, her stepmother Donna Renkert, two daughters, four siblings; Abigail Renkert, Fritz Renkert, Heidi Ladd, and Andrew Renkert, as well as four step siblings; Stephanie Giordani, William Giordani, James Giordani, Jennifer Prouty, many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.

Visiting hours will be held Sunday, June 19, from 12 to 1 p.m. at the Waters Funeral Home 50 South Main St. Concord.

Memorial services will follow at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of the Waters Funeral Home.

Burial will be held at a later date.

Donations may be made in Memory of Sarah Renkert Balch c/o Merrimack County Savings Bank, 89 N. Main St., Concord NH 03301

Published by Concord Monitor on Jun. 18, 2011.
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Sponsored by Sarah's Dad......Michael Renkert.

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Sarah .. tonight I am missing you so much. You are the one who should be here raising Lily, not me. She is beautiful, smart, an athlete, and full of love but every so often she becomes sad and angry at her loss of both you and Matt. Being raised by grandparents can't be easy for her, partly because we're kinda old .. hahaha .. but more because she is not like her friends who have their parents... it is that simple.. she should have you here with her.. We love her so much and are doing our best to raise her the way you would want us to. Please pray for and watch over her. Missing and loving you everyday but especially tonight.. Donna

Donna Renkert

January 28, 2024

Twelve years ago today our lives were forever changed. Your girls are teenagers now. Lexi is leaving for college in August and Lily is beginning high school. Lily still cries and yearns for you. Lexi doesn't talk about what happened. Your dad's heart still hurts. We miss you and love you so much.

Donna

Family

June 14, 2023

Dear Sarah, I know you watched Lexi's graduation! She's doing well. She's been to Africa. Getting to know her Dad & family!! Driving her own car!! I saw Lily at graduation - she's very active in sports & has an energetic spirit! They are always in out thoughts & prayers.

Darlene Tilton

Friend

June 12, 2023

So hard to believe it's been 10 years beautiful Sarah - you are missed by many.

Darlene Tilton

June 14, 2021

Thinking of you all - Lexi & Lilly are growing up to be lovely young ladies!
~Darlene

Darlene Tilton

Acquaintance

June 16, 2019

Mom,I miss you

February 13, 2015

RIP Sarah from michelle aka mich highschool :)

October 25, 2013

We met your girls this summer and we love them and know they are being taken good care of.

Ray and Mary Chuhran

July 17, 2013

Sarah y
ou are in our thoughts constantly......miss you. We know you are around us... Deb,& Tiff

July 16, 2013

Sarah....I find it hard to believe it has been 2 years. We love you and miss you. You have two wonderful little girls and we will always take care of them for you....love you lots...Dad

Dad

June 14, 2013

I didnt know Sarah, But I wanted to extend my condolences to all of your family. Im very sorry for your loss.
May you find peace.
Rest in paradise Sarah!

October 14, 2011

Tiff and I will walk in your memory Sarah! Deb & Tiff Poulin

October 7, 2011

Thinking of you ~ Mike, Donna, Heidi, Lexi and Lily. Hoping you are all doing well. Some days will be easier than others. May your love for each other grow more and more each day. Sincerely ~Darlene

July 23, 2011

With love and support

Jennifer Herald

July 13, 2011

Michael, I had no idea what happened to you little girl and my heart just goes out to you and your family. Kevin just learned about it last night during a debriefing for what happened here. I wish I had know and I am just heart broken for you. If you need anything at all please let us know. Jennifer and Kevin Kay

Jennifer Kay

July 2, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Deb,Dave & Tiff Poulin

June 30, 2011

She always was a smiley little girl except when she didn't want to do something and she would give you that look.
I was always so proud of her. From graduation from kindergarten to high school and beyond I was so proud that my baby had grown up.
She always would tell me that she was my favorite daughter.
I will miss her until the day I go to heaven and see her and my mom and my dad.
Today is Fathers day. Today my Dad gets to spend it with my baby in heaven and I know they are both looking down on Lexi and Lily and the rest of our family. Love you Dad and I love you Sarah Elizabeth Renkert...You will always be my baby. Love you and miss you....Your Dad

Michael Renkert

June 25, 2011

I came across you while looking for my Dad's obit, I saw lake Winnapausakee and it made me stop to read. My Dad was in charge of the care of N.H. Lakes. We grew up on Lake Winnasquam. Please accept my prayers at this time, I can only imagine what you are feeling eight now, I will keep you in my prayers. Sincerely, Kaley Connor

June 25, 2011

YES, thou art gone! and never more
Thy sunny smile shall gladden me;
But I may pass the old church door,
And pace the floor that covers thee.

May stand upon the cold, damp stone,
And think that, frozen, lies below
The lightest heart that I have known,
The kindest I shall ever know.

Yet, though I cannot see thee more,
'Tis still a comfort to have seen;
And though thy transient life is o'er,
'Tis sweet to think that thou hast been;

To think a soul so near divine,
Within a form so angel fair,
United to a heart like thine,
Has gladdened once our humble sphere.



Melissa Philhower

Melissa Philhower

June 24, 2011

Sarah may you R.I.P.Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
The Richardson Family(Salisbury NH)

June 24, 2011

To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die. Carry the precious memories you have of Sarah through life and try to find comfort in them. My deepest sympathies to all who have lost someone special. Abby our heart breaks for you and your family. Love Donna Smith & John Nicholson

Donna Smith

June 23, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to you all. Please know that you are and will continue to be in our hearts and prayers. Bruce and Debbie (Booth) Howell, Boscawen, NH

June 23, 2011

Dear Mike & Donna,
I hope you find some comfort in all the kind words spoken of your sweet Sarah. She obviously will be missed by many. All of us feel blessed to have known her and to have shared some memories with her. Sincerely, ~Darlene
Happy Birthday Donna : )

June 22, 2011

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

gene philhower

June 22, 2011

My heart goes out to the family. She was very kind and a good person. She will be missed

Kelly Breon

June 22, 2011

Thoughts and prayers to you all.

David and Val Dutcher

June 21, 2011

I am so sorry for the loss of such a beautiful spirit. Sarah had the energy that could light up a room with just her smile. She will truly be missed.

Love the Philhower Family

Melissa Philhower

June 21, 2011

May Sarah RIP

Hubbards

June 20, 2011

Sarah touched many hearts ~ more than she ever realized! What a Sweet girl! She wouldn't hurt any of us ~ intentionally. We have heavy hearts for such a tragic loss. We express to her loved ones our Deepest Sympathies. Sarah ~ watch over and keep them safe ~ your little girls Elexa & Lilly ~ also your best friend & sister ~ Heidi.

The Tilton's

June 20, 2011

The Lord be with the family as you go through this tragedy. Your cousins Ray and Mary Chuhran from Michigan

Mary Chuhran

June 20, 2011

Heartfelt Sympathies
Paulette & Mike Lambert (Penacook, NH)
Bethany & Jonathan Lorden (Jacksonville, FL)

June 20, 2011

Heidi we are so sorry for the loss of your sister (your best friend) We are here for you. We love you.

Dave & Lola Linnane

June 19, 2011

Micheal and Donna! I am very sorry for the loss of your beautiful Daughter. May GOD bless all of you.

Mark LaClair

June 19, 2011

Rest in peace Sarah.

The Dow Family

June 19, 2011

Heart felt thoughts and prayers for your family... may you overcome the hardships in the days to come. Love those girls like they've never been loved! God be with you.

Tina Drew

June 19, 2011

Michael, I am so sorry for you and your family.

June 19, 2011

Michael and Donna, my deepest sympathy goes out to you and Sarahs family, you are in my thoughts and Prayers.. Love you

Joanne Murray

June 18, 2011

Mike and Donna,
Thinking of you both during this difficult time. All your fellow Postmasters prayed for you last night at Richard's retirement party.

Julia Quirk

June 18, 2011

I am so very sorry. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of her family.

Vicki Bacon-Thomas

June 18, 2011

Virginia and Joe - words cannot express how sorry I am for the tragic loss of your beautiful daughter Sarah. I know she loved you both very much and would be happy to know that her children are safe in your care.

Kim Lank

June 18, 2011

Michael and Donna, I'm so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. May memories bring you strength in the days to come.

Cindy Heidbreder

June 18, 2011

Michael & Donna, our hearts go out to you in this difficult time. Memories of Sarah will always live on in your hearts.
Love Toby, Shawn & the girls.

Toby O'Reilly

June 18, 2011

My prayers go out to Sarahs famliy. I did not know her. But she sounded like a wonderful young lady. You will be in my prayers. The Chapman Family.

June 18, 2011

My thoughts and prayers for the Renkert family, so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter, may you take care of her two precious daughters that she adored. Sarah may you RIP. Pam (former co-worker at NHOC)

Pam Richard

June 18, 2011

Michael and Donna, I am so sad for you over the loss of your beloved daughter, Sarah. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this extremely difficult time.

Kathy Cwenar

June 18, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family during this time of great grief. Sarah will be missed deeply. From all her friends on the PCU at Concord hospital.

June 18, 2011

May the love of family & friends carry you through this time of grief.

Deb,Dave,&Tiffany Poulin

June 18, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May Sarah find peace and watch over her precious daughters.

Macdonald Family

June 18, 2011

You will be missed. You are a beautiful girl and you will live on through your girls.

Becky & Joel Garland

June 18, 2011

my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Pam Holland and family

pam holland

June 18, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

The Entire Staff of Waters Funeral Home

June 18, 2011

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