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Sarah Iverson Obituary
Sarah Helene Iverson, age 38, died on Tuesday, July 17, 2018, at Sanford Centennial Hospice Cottage after battling cancer for eight years. She was born July 19th, 1979, at Mitchell, SD, to Jeff and Linda Iverson.
Visitation will take place beginning at 9:30 am on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-Day Saints, 3900 S. Fairhall Ave. in Sioux Falls. Funeral services will be at 10:30 am with a luncheon to follow. Burial will take place later that day in Ethan, SD.
Sarah graduated from Wessington High School and continued her education attending Midland University, Fremont, Nebraska, majoring in Speech and Theatre. She attended Indiana State University and obtained her masters in communications and obtained her masters in special education from the University of Phoenix.
After receiving her masters in special education, she taught at Marty Indian School, Chamberlain Public School and Agar, Blunt and Onida Public School, Onida, SD. When she wasn’t teaching, she loved to cross-stitch, quilt, read books and swim. After being diagnosed with cancer, Sarah found First Descents and attended rock climbing and kayaking camps. Sarah became a member of the Pierre Master Swimmers Team and participated in team competitions. Sarah was an active member of The Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints church.
Sarah is survived by her parents Jeff and Linda Iverson of Lake Andes, SD, sister Diana (Jeremy) Johnson of Sioux Falls, brother Kevin (Amy) Iverson of Madison, Wisconsin and nieces Raigan and Isabel Johnson, Olive Iverson, and step nephew Tyler Rhode, grandmother Dorothy Iverson of Watertown, SD and Uncles Rod (Nancy) Iverson of Watertown, SD, Robert (Linda) Henglefelt of Ethan, SD, and Gary (Janet) Henglefelt of Scottsdale, Arizona along with several cousins.
Sarah was preceded in death by her grandparents Ross and Virginia Henglefelt, and Alvin Iverson and all her great-grandparents.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to First Descents, a camp for young adults who have been diagnosed with cancer or Sanford Hospice Cottage.
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for Sarah Iverson
Maria Campbell
December 18, 2018
Sarah is such an amazing woman. I met her in Terre Haute while she was attending school. We lived in the same apartment complex. Once introduced we quickly became friends. She has the most contagious laughter. I can still hear it. She is a great example to me of faith. Throughout her life her love for family and friends was only second to her God. She loved her Savior Jesus Christ and showed this through her love for others. She once sat in my car in the middle of winter for an hour with my children while I attended a doctors appointment. She placed my needs ahead of her own. Something she did often. If her family does read this please know how much she loved you. How hard she fought her sickness for one more day with you and one more day to serve her Savior. When I think of Sarah I think of the gospel doctrine found in John 21:15-17 of the King James Bible. When Christ asked Simon if he loved him and when Simon responded "ye" then 3 times he was asked to feed his sheep. This is Sarah to me. A woman who loved to help others. A Woman who loves Christ And a woman who rejoices to be with her blessed Savior Jesus Christ this Christmas season. I would like to send huge hugs and condolences to her family. For as we weep greatly, the heavens rejoice. May you find peace and love this Christmas Season.
Cherie Hill
July 25, 2018
My thoughts and prayers go out to all that knew Sarah. She loved what she did, and I am blessed to have known her through education. May God's grace comfort her loved ones at this time.
Lana Lambert
July 24, 2018
I met Sarah when she joined our group, Prairie Masters Swim Team, in Pierre, SD. Every time I saw her I was amazed by her positive attitude & her strength. In the spring, fall and winter of course we swim indoors in our pool, but in the summers we swim open water in Pierre. I remember the first time Sarah swam in the clear waters of Lake Oahe with our group, where you see fish swimming below you; I swam right beside her. I am praying for her family and friends. I take comfort that she is no longer in pain. We loved her and will never forget her.
Mary Freeman
July 21, 2018
Linda & family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
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Aunt Jae
July 20, 2018
Offering kind words of encouragement to the Family. Throw all your anxiety on God, because he cares for you. May you find peace in Gods caring arms during these difficult times.
Patricia Simon
July 19, 2018
I worked with Sarah at Marty. I'm so glad that I got to know her. We talked a lot about our mutual love of Celtic Thunder. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Deb Platt
July 19, 2018
Jeff and Linda and family, I was so saddened to find out about your loss! Just found out today or would have been at the funeral. My thoughts and prayers are with you! May you know that the arms of Jesus are wrapped around you at this devastating time!! Again, so sorry for your loss!
Donna Thompson
July 19, 2018
Jeff, Linda and family, So sorry to hear about Sarah. God is surely with you during this difficult time and he is also holding Sarah in his arms free from pain and cancer.
Mary Turner
July 19, 2018
I knew Sarah from masters swimming. I'm sorry her journey ended way too early. She will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to her family from her swimming family in Pierre, South Dakota.
Suzanne Stahl
July 18, 2018
I never got to meet Sarah, but I knew by just the few telephone conversations we had, that she was everybit the wonderful person I had heard about. Im very sorry we never had the opportunity to meet but I will remember her always. My condolences to the family. Im deeply saddened that someone so brave and committed to living life was taken so young from her earthly life. It is certain, that it is Gods plan, for her to continue to make a difference.
Valerie Myers
July 18, 2018
Not sure where to start but you will be missed Sarah! I first met you in Onida as austins teache in the 7th grade and has now graduated, throughout the years you helped in more ways than you'll ever know. I hadnt seen you in awhile but thought of you often. Rest in peace my friend. You fought hard.
Val Myers and family
Tami Merrill
July 17, 2018
I was blessed to meet Sarah at a conference years back when she was teaching in Onida/Area Schools. She was amazing, wonderful, kind, smart, and so sweet. I enjoyed our luncheon and conference time together. I admired everything she was made of. Sarah was passionate about being a special education teacher, even with all the challenges in the classroom and out. "She inspired me and touched my heart!" Praying for Sarah's soul as she journeys and for all your family & friends at this time of sorrow and sadness. Rest in peace.
Dick and Earla Strid
July 17, 2018
God bless you Linda, Jeff and family. Peace be with everyone at this time of remembering a wonderful young lady.
Jeff & LouRene Nelson
July 17, 2018
Linda, Jeff and family -- we are so sorry. Sarah was a true fighter and an inspiration to many. May you all find peace in your memories and know that she no longer suffers.
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