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Brianna Ater Obituary

ATER Brianna Nicole Ater, precious daughter of Steven and Sharon Ater, entered into the loving arms of the Lord on Wednesday, October 3, 2012. She was born on April 17, 2012. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her grandparents, Karen Ater, Chris Ater, Gayle Collinsworth, and Bill (Sandy) Collinsworth; great-grandfathers, Warren Ater and Ronald Gary; and uncles, Matthew Ater and Aaron Collinsworth. Friends may call on Friday, October 5, 2012 from 5-8 p.m. at the SCHOEDINGER EAST CHAPEL, 5360 E. Livingston Ave. Funeral service will held on Saturday, October 6, 2012 at 10 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, 2314 E. Main St., Bexley, Ohio. Pastor Tim Iseringhausen officiating. Interment will follow at Violet Cemetery, Pickerington, Ohio. Contributions in Brianna's memory may be made to Children's Hospice, P.O. Box 16810, Columbus, Ohio 43216. Visit www.schoedinger.com to share a condolence.

Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 3 to Oct. 5, 2012.
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So sorry for your loss. Peace to all.
God Bless.
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Seth Hinte and Renee Hinte

October 10, 2012

Rest in peace sweet little girl. I am so srry for your loss. Sharon if u wana talk hit me up on fb. Praying for you

megan worthington

October 5, 2012

Sleep well little angel.

Sherry Smith

October 4, 2012

Although I didn't get to meet this precious little one,I have seen many post on Facebook from some of my family members.Kaitlyn,Tonya,Stephany&Patty ,all were so much in love with her,I want to give you my heart felt,wishes & prayers that you remember Brianna as a gift that God allowed you to have in your life.I know it was a very short time ,but now she is at peace & with other angels like herself.God Bless you all.

Reta Mash

October 4, 2012

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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Kaitlyn Buehler

October 4, 2012

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