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May 26, 2016
My thoughts and prayers to the Banuelos family. Sincerely, Shelly Stellino-Meza
A friend
April 6, 2016
Today would've been your 18th birthday
Even though you're not here, I celebrate this day
Because I love you
And I miss you, always and forever
November 3, 2015
My heart aches for you today. I will remember your family in my prayers. We serve a God of all comfort , may he comfort your family at this most diffult time.
October 26, 2015
Much love to the Banuelos Family. My prayers are with you and your daughter.
October 26, 2015
My heart is broken.
Aimee Jenkins
October 26, 2015
In this sorrowful time, I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to Sarah's family. May the Lord comfort and bless you and your loved ones. Peace and Love,
Noel Collins
October 25, 2015
Sarah was such lovely girl, and such a bright light taken from us far too soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family tonight.
Love, The Collins

October 24, 2015
Sarah, you left us so suddenly, but now you soar with the other angels and nothing can ever hurt you again. If you can see how many of us are sad, I am sure you can feel all of the love for you. Life is short, but love can last forever. It has been said many times before, but the world was a better place with you in it. Your smile was like sunshine. For the time you were here, thank you for simply being you, and brightening many lives.
Jan Martin
October 24, 2015
Jenna has kept me up on all that happened. My heart goes out to all of you. Thinking of you constantly.
October 22, 2015
Words can not express the sorrow that I feel in my heart for your family. In the weeks and months to come you will hear "I'm sorry" so many times that they will become words that will no longer have meaning. As much as you may disagree and argue at times I know that as a family your bond is strong, and that you will see each other through this tragic time. Try not to remember her death, but her life. When you picture her face, see her smile, hear her laughter for that is what she would want you to remember. She is with God now, she is watching over you. May the Lord give you all is strength and love to get through this as the family I once knew.
October 22, 2015
I'm so glad you could come to Kansas last summer and "play" with your cousins. Can't believe you "did" the http://www.schlitterbahn.com/kansas-city/rides/all-new-verruckt
(Didn't inherit your bravery from me!)
Love you always,
Grandma Lee
Anna Russo
October 22, 2015
Sarah, you were an Angel on earth and now you are in heaven. Thank you for being such a sweet soul and good friend to my niece Isabella. May you rest in peace and in the arms of our Lord. God Bless you and your loved ones.
October 21, 2015
I got to spend a whole day with Sarah in August, when Griselda, Andrew and Amanda Vasquez brought her to my house and we enjoyed a day at the beach.
Sarah laughed so much that day. Having her around really added to the overall fun.
My sympathy goes out to Sarah's family.
Maryann Langley
October 21, 2015
To The Banuelos Family....I Am so very sorry for your loss...I did not know Sarah...but....she was a very special human being.....May she Rest In Peace..
October 21, 2015
We love you Sarah.
Patti Duensing
October 21, 2015
My heart is aching for Sarah's family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jeanne Showler ,Matt,Ian,Ryan, and Chris
October 20, 2015
I will remember Sarah's beautiful smile and kind nature. I was not her teacher at South Shores but she made an impression on everyone at the school. She was a breath of fresh air.... Smart,sweet,helpful..... Everything a parent wishes for their own child to be. As a mother my heart aches for your loss. My condolences to the whole family. Sarah will be remembered.
No Name
October 20, 2015
I am still in shock and it is hard for me to process this in my head, I am wishing this was all some sort of nightmare and it wasn't true...why you? You were such a flawless girl. Your eyes always sparkled, and that smile of yours always shined bright. You always found a way to keep everyone else happy. I feel so much rage and sorrow pain. I'm heart broken and speechless. I'll never forget you my Angel. Watch over everyone. I love you, see you soon...
Cathy Bennett
October 20, 2015
My Dearest Sarah,
Dancing girl, wondrous child, whimsical, wonderful Spirit. I will always remember your kindness, your love of life and your gracious, kind heart in Kindergarten. May you always laugh, sing and love as you did in this life and will again in the next. Be blessed Sarah and know we all love you and will never forget you and the life you so openly shared with so many. You'll remain in my heart forever.
Many blessings to your precious parents and brothers too.
Ms. Cathy Bennett, your first teacher at South Shores.
Rafael Galante
October 20, 2015
My heart aches deeply with you...for you both, for you all. No words can describe.. the desperate whirling of thoughts, past moments and pain of such magnitude that is being experienced.
I pray for you all in peace and in Love for your beautiful daughter. As you reflect on this time try to remember the beauty you gave her came from you that raised her ... Many love you..many love Sarah! She will always be loved! I'm truly and deeply sorry!
Sunny Lopez
October 20, 2015
Sweet baby girl, you will be missed
Griselda Vasquez
October 20, 2015
I had the honor and privilege to meet Sarah through my daughter Amanda. Sarah was kind enough to take Amanda into her home on Tuesday's before the government meetings. Your family welcomed her and I want to thank you for that. I want to express our deep sympathy for your most precious loss. We share your pain and we thank you for sharing your amazing daughter with us. Her smile and her spirit will live on with us for an eternity.
Marin Family
October 20, 2015
Our deepest condolences to all the family. May you find comfort in the lord during this very difficult time.
Susie and Bob Knouse
October 19, 2015
Dearest Hector, Brooke and all the Banuelos family our deepest condolences to all the family. I know this is a very difficult time , our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Laura Freeman
October 19, 2015
I'm adding my tears and prayers to the many expressed here. May God comfort you, dear Banuelos family.
Beth Wahba
October 19, 2015
I'm so sorry. You were a light in the world that will be missed. I don't know you, but I have a son the same age. I feel your loss tonight. May your memory be a blessing to all who know you.
Susan Blazevich-stuhlmueller
October 19, 2015
Please know that my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. All my love!
Sue-Sue
duane, katy, allison, faith and gracie torstensen
October 19, 2015
We are so very sorry for your loss. Sarah was such a special young lady and student. She was such a help to Allison as of late; being her 'senior' friend at POLAH this year. She made Allison feel connected in her new surroundings with her kindness. She will be missed.
Lexii
October 19, 2015
You were a great friend and I'm glad I got to know you the way I did. Rest easy.
M. Maresca & Nicholas Rogers
October 19, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to the Banuelos Family. No other words can express.
A Mother
October 19, 2015
Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.
karla rodriguez
October 19, 2015
my son said you were always the nice girl in class and my lil cousin sabrinas friend you looked like such a happy lil girl full of sunshine may you shine bright in heaven and prayers to yur family you left behind sweet dreams sarah
Jennifer, Jud, Cole & Kylie Welcher
October 19, 2015
Our deepest condolences and sympathies for your tragic loss. We know that no words can offer your family relief from the pain and anguish right now, but please know that you are not alone and the prayers and thoughts of your friends, family and community are with your family in this time of grief.
Isbael Ibarra
October 19, 2015
Although I was not as close as some of you were with Sarah, I was good friends with her brother, Jeremy. I was devastated to hear the tragic news and my condolences go out to her family.
Marcel Nagy
October 18, 2015
Words cannot possibly express how devastating this is. I remember when Sarah was little and she was fascinated with the Buddha, clearly a special person. Our entire family sends condolences and loving thoughts for your family.
October 18, 2015
I was a classmate of Sarah's in middle school. Although I wasn't close to her, one thing I do remember very clearly was her smile. She truly had a smile that could light up the room. My prayers and condolences to her friends and family during this tough time. She will truly be missed.
October 18, 2015
R.I.P
Sarah Barron
October 18, 2015
Sarah.. You were so beautiful, with such a bright smile and the most graceful eyes.. such a great spirit, I swear your soul was just so golden I can't believe this happened to you still.. Even though me and you hardly ever talked when we did it always brought a smile to my face Your vibes were always just so positive, I want to say thankyou for hearing me out when you did that day of EPC at the b&g club and giving the advice you did when I was going through a hard time in life... & it was great having you in my classes because you always brought a sense of happiness and you always made people laugh.. 3rd period is going to feel so empty without you.. All the times the teachers would call attendance and we would both say "here!" At the same time and we would look at each other and laugh Mr. Emerson called us Sarah Squared, or Sarah Times Two , I thought it was so funny, I really wish we would've gotten closer because even though we weren't that close I know you were a great person :/ but now Sarah may you rest in paradise and watch over every single one of us at polah.. You are our Guardian Angel I love you.. WE love you ❤ once a polah bear, always a polah bear.
October 18, 2015
Our deepest condolences to the Banuelos family. We grieve for your loss and are so sorry for this horrible tragedy.
Leslie, Jim and Clare McShane, SP
Deaundre D
October 18, 2015
Ever since I've gone to your school we've been good friends and we have a lot of memories that will never leave my heart. You will always be in my heart and you will be missed.
Bill Boisselle-Schalaba
October 18, 2015
On behalf of The San Pedro Art Association, I would like to offer our deepest sympathy. Losing a family member is never easy. This loss is senseless indeed. May she rest in the arms of God, and my God continue to hold her parents and family in love and light.
Jennifer Marquez
October 18, 2015
Sarah had such a loving family cared for by so many with amazing parents and brothers. I am so sorry for your loss. There really are just no wors to say just that I am here for you.
October 18, 2015
We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter Sarah. We are praying for some peace and comfort for your family as you deal with this tragedy..
Love and prayers,
The Carolla Family. Brian, Mary and Shawnie
Gayle Fleury
October 18, 2015
Dear Brooke and Hector, and Family- I only just heard about Sarah. Words can not express the shock and sadness that I feel and am feeling for you as well. What a lovely young woman Sarah had become, result of wonderful parents and family. We are right across the street if you need anything. Don't be shy about asking. I cannot imagine how you go forward from this, but I know you will. You are strong and have the love and strength of God to hold you up. May God give you peace beyond understanding and never ending love.
C N
October 18, 2015
I never really known Sarah. She was in my FEM class but I always saw her around the campus of POLA. She always had a bright smile and from what I heard: A very kind and vibrant person. It's tragic that she was taken away from this world too early.
I express my condolences to the Banuelos family.
Michael Moore
October 17, 2015
Bless all those families involved in this tradegy especially those of the victims...may God be with you all!
N.P.
October 17, 2015
Sweet sweet Sarah:(
It breaks my heart to hear that such a beautiful and loving young lady such as yourself is no longer with us. I know you are up in heaven with our Father, but you will really be missed. I will forever cherrih every fall and laugh we have ever had. It was an honor to dance with you for the time we did and an honor to have taken you under my wing as my little freshman. May your spirit rest easy Sarah, my prayers and thought are with you and your family, always :(
October 17, 2015
YOU WILL BE IN OUR MEMORY FOREVER...
October 17, 2015
A wonderful life cut short!... My niece, a young lady with a clean body and soul. The happiness for any mother, but for her own mother, was the life she cannot live. For her father, the pride and support he needs for long time';, for her brothers, the role model and company they won't have anymore.
For all of us, a smile that won't brighten our days anymore.
Carolyn Banuelos
October 17, 2015
My heart is bursting with sadness knowing that this sweet child will no longer be with us here on earth. I remember a very loving girl with a beautiful big smile! Always finding ways to have fun! Making her brother Diego do all kinds of tricks and dancing ( brother love)! Loved music art, baking and so many things! She was making lots of big plans for her future I will miss you so very much my beautiful niece! You are and always will be in our hearts! Rest in Peace our little Angel! Loving and missing you, Aunti Carolyn and uncle Carlos
Leticia Macías Ortega
October 17, 2015
Que la Santísima Vigen, te ilumine el camino hacia el Padre, y El te reciba en sus brazos con todo el amor que tiene para sus hijos.
Chris Hales
October 17, 2015
Sarah . No words can explain how close we were from 6th grade to 12th . I miss you , I love you. You will always be in my heart .
October 17, 2015
I love you Sarah.
K S
October 17, 2015
Dear Sarah,
You were such a beautiful person and God has definitely gained another Angel. Even though we weren't that close you would always smile and say hi to me. You were so nice to everybody and had such an amazingly beautiful voice. I hope you rest in peace my little ball of sunshine. You will be dearly missed
Margi, Bob, Ryan, Robin, Kelly and families
October 17, 2015
Sending our love and prayers.
Paula Russo
October 17, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to the Banuelos Family.
Kathy Scandaliato
October 17, 2015
My son, Richard, had no idea that he had a previous connection to Sarah from Mommy and Me when he befriended her on our annual family Catalina trip this past summer. He always looked forward to seeing her at SPPY and is in disbelief over her tragic death. However, he's grateful that his last memory with Sarah was a good, long hug. Wishing for those carefree Mommy and Me days.
With deepest sympathy and prayers.

Sabrina Rosales
October 17, 2015

Sabrina Rosales
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Sabrina Rosales
October 17, 2015
Chris Costa
October 17, 2015
Remembering Sarah from South Shores- smiling and happy. My family and I send our heartfelt condolences. My prayers to your family.
Holznagel Family
October 17, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to the Banuelos Family.
October 17, 2015
Rest in peace
October 17, 2015
Rest I peace beautiful girl.may God watch over you always.
October 17, 2015
Sending our love, thoughts and prayers to the Banuelos Family. Zane, Grace and I remember Sarah from Mrs Bennetts's kindergarten class. She had an inner beauty that made her unforgettable.
veronica ontiveros
October 17, 2015
My deepest sympathy for the family and friends. May the beautiful memories that you cherish provide comfort and strength for you and your family. Please be assured that you can find comfort in Gods promise in Isaias 25:8 as you endure this difficult time.
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October 17, 2015
rest in paradise Sarah
breana Murillo
October 17, 2015
So sorry Sarah. I didn't know you well, but you were always really nice. I'll miss seeing you at SPPY every week. I send my condolences with your family and friends. Rest in Peace. ❤
October 17, 2015
Dearest Little Angel,
You are in a beautiful place, but way too soon. May you use all the joy and gifts you had on earth and shine them down on us from heaven. tThe guidance you give everyone from above will help us to heel and live every day to the fullest in your name. Many prayers go out to you and your family. i only remember you and your beautiful mom from our Mommy-and -Me days, and there's only goodness in each memory. Watch over us all beautiful girl.
With love, Suzanne Carresi
T B
October 17, 2015
Banuelos Family We are so, so sorry for your loss. My son Casey only has fond memories of Sarah from middle school and especially drama. We hope one day you can find peace.

This is still unbelievable. Rest easy, saraphina. I love you.
Aileen Martinez
October 17, 2015
October 17, 2015
may her beautiful smile, soul, voice rest in peace and the family have the strength they need to get. through this hard time. this candle is for you Sarah. we love you
Casey Jones
October 17, 2015
I was not close to sarah at all. I knew her from middle school and since then we've been friends. I'll always remember sarah as the girl with the cute freckles and pretty smile. She is loved by so many, it really was a blessing to have her be apart of my life. Just the other day in government we were talking about fried pickles and how much you like them. it's so hard to believe you're really gone. it will be so hard to look at your seat and know why you're not there. I'll miss you playing uke in the hallways or you singing at the talent show. I'll miss those little memories that would've been apart of my life forever. it's so sad to have such an amazing kind genuine person be taken from us at such a young age. heaven gained another angel. my condolences to her family. rest easy love. I'll see you up there
Joseph Magana
October 17, 2015
POLAHS will miss you...
A S
October 17, 2015
Sarah, I was tremendously heart broken to hear of this devastating news. I was informed by Jahmel, and I immediately busted into tears. You were the most positive, bright, beautiful girl I knew and love. We would always talk and snapchat back and forth, and no matter what, seeing your face always made my day. I give your family my condolences and may God bless you all. R.I.P Sarah Elizabeth Banuelos
Ledda Castillo
October 17, 2015
R.I.P Sarah Banuelos
Terri Diviak
October 17, 2015
My son, Derek, gave me the news last night. I cried... I saw you grew up through elementary school at South Shores. Always sweet, smart and kind to others. Even though I didn't see you again physically I followed your whereabouts through your Grandpa Lino. He shared with me how amazing and mature you were helping your parents through the difficult times of your Mom's health. I'm heartbroken and will always remember you. Prayers to the Banuelos family.
Jacob Dominguez
October 17, 2015
Damn Sarah, Its Crazy How A Girl With Such A Vibrant, Beautiful Personality That Defined Joy Could Be Taken From The World Just Like That. I Never Really Told You About How Thankful I Was For Your Compliments On My Writings And Art. Calling Me "2Pac" All The Time Aha. I'll Cherish Those Moments We Had During The Begging And Middle Of Highschool, We Were Young Trying To Live Life Ya Know? People Recognize And Remember Your Smiles And Happy Aura Because You Truly Were All Postive Vibes Wherever You Went, Ill Always Remember That. I'm Gonna Write A Song And Paint Something For You Alright? Imma Bump That Song For You So Everybody Will Know Wassup In Heaven Aha, And Like The Homie Seen Said, We'll Paint Something Big For You So You Can See It Rocking From Heaven, We All Got Mad Love For You Down Here, I Hope You're In A Better Place Now. Bless And Watch Over Us As The Beautiful Angel You Are, We'll Never Forget The Memories You've Created In Our Minds,Tears, Smiles, Nothing But Love For You. Rest In Peace Sarah, We Love You.
Leslie Blackson
October 17, 2015
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May your family heal during this difficult time.
Rest in peace little angel
Renee Cuico
October 17, 2015
Praying for the family God Bless Sarah. .
myra castro
October 17, 2015
Im going to miss you with your wonderful personality of making everyone laugh and smile upsetting to know you won't be with us senior year your life was barely beginning. I will never understand why god took you from us
Crystal Yorba
October 17, 2015
I miss you so much Sarah. I miss your laugh & your singing. I want to thank you for making me feel welcomed at polahs, for being my friend & for drawing me an elephant. You left this world so young but you will live on forever. I will never forget you Sarah. I love you. "It's not a good bye, it's a see you later."
Don Galaz
October 17, 2015
My daughter gave me the sad news today,she also shared how you guys were looking forward to sppy this year how fun it was going to be...My heart sank my daughter cried for you because of a great friend she has lost. The Galaz family sends its deepest condolences,my the good Lord bless your soul and continue to walk with the family during this difficult time....
Michael Perez
October 16, 2015
I Love You Sarah Rest In Peace you will truly be missed and I know you're watching over all your Family and Friends.
October 16, 2015
Sarah you lit up rooms with your smile, I was just getting to know you but I can still feel the loss of your beautiful soul. Rest easy; God has another angel.
My deepest condolences and prayers go out to all of her family.
M G
October 16, 2015
RIP Beautiful❤ I'll miss you plenty, our laughs in 3rd period last year to our moments in 4th period this year I was wondering why you didn't show up today in class, but now I know why I have to say no one will ever make me laugh as hard as you did ... That smile of yours always made everyone's day and brightened up the classroom as soon as you walked in. I had all our pictures on my old phone you always knew how to cheer me up while I was down, walking through the hallways at school just smiling and laughing at each other I will keep both you and your family in my prayers❤

She always found a way to make you smile with her beautiful personality and her loving heart
Haylee Bateman
October 16, 2015

She has the most beautiful spirit, and she will be missed so much I love you girl
Haylee Bateman
October 16, 2015

She was a free spirit in everything she did
Haylee Bateman
October 16, 2015
Carla
October 16, 2015
So sorry for your loss!!! May the lord give the family the strength they need in this hard time...
t b
October 16, 2015
wherever you may be, i hope it's beautiful, just like you. you were so sweet and full of life, and i hope your friends and family get through this. once a polar bear, always a polar bear, polahs loves you, sarah, watch over us
D Diaz
October 16, 2015
Rest in piece Sarah. We love you Fly high beautiful. You were too young, but since you're gone.... It's too late so just rest easy baby girl. ❤
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