MANASSAS, Virginia
Sara Kelsey Lott
Nov. 1, 1995 - July 23, 2008 Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God.
Trust in me also.
"There are many rooms in my Father's house. If this were not true, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. If I go and do that, I will come back. I will take you to be with me. Then you will also be where I am.
"You know the way to the place where I am going." John 14:1-4
Sara Kelsey Lott, age 12, was given her angel wings on July 23, 2008. On that day, our Lord found her surrounded by loving family, teammates and friends.
Although Sara's life seems brief to many, her "Old Soul" affected those who knew her. Her life leaves us with the knowledge that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time.
The people she touched will forever remember her soft smile and modest approach. The memories of her humor (beyond her years), dedication and commitment to family and friends, will forever rest in our hearts.
Sara excelled in both scholastics and soccer. She was a principle honor roll student and starting goalie (soccer) at Saunders Middle School. Sara participated in the Virginia State Olympic Development program and played on the NVSC Junior Majestics 95 Elite.
Sara is survived by her mother, Debbie, father, Doug; brother, Justin; cousin, Lyndsay Pigg; grandparents, Grandma and Popop (Carolyn and Wayne Pigg) and Nanna and Gramps (Jack and Marty Lott); three aunts, one uncle and three cousins.
Sara would want us to take this time and celebrate how her life touched each of us.
Please come and share your memories of Sara. Her memorial service will be at 1:30 p.m., Friday, August 1, 2008 at Manassas St. Thomas United Methodist Church, 8899 Sudley Road, Manassas, Virginia 20110.
In lieu of flowers (Sara did not like cut flowers), donations are appreciated for the Sara Lott Memorial Goalie Scholarship c/o 6540 Malbrook Court, Manassas, VA 20112.
This obituary was originally published in the News & Messenger (Woodbridge, VA).
I did not know sara very well but when i heard the news i was shocked so i told my mom and she was shocked as much as i was. she was a very good soccer player and even though she isnt here with us she will always deep down in our hearts
Alexius M
March 30, 2009 | Woodbridge, VA
i did not know sara really well she was in my science and Social Studies class at saunders. i heared that she was a great player for the team.
Sarah Kehlet
January 26, 2009 | Woodbridge, VA
August 20, 2008
Sara Lott 2007
August 20, 2008
Our church had an annual gathering at Water Works yesterday. I commented to another parent about the incredible diligence of the life guards. She replied that since the accident she has noticed an increased awareness at all the pools. We have been out of town and were unaware of what had happened.
When the mom said a girl named Lott had died after a pool party; I immediately said Sara's name. It took my breath away when she confirmed Sara was the girl. Sara befriended Rachel...
Chirelle
August 14, 2008
Although we did not know Sara personally, we are truly saddened to learn of her passing. Our daughter Taylor plays for Beach FC Soccer Club and we remember seeing Sara in action on the field at a tournament. She was a phenomenal athlete and you could see that she truly loved the game. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time.
Teresa, Kevin, and Taylor Callahan
August 07, 2008 | Virginia Beach, VA
I was at a soccer field when I was told of this tragedy. My daughter used to play against Sara's team when she was playing up a year, and my son remembers her from Saunders - seeing her in the hall and on the soccer field at Saunders. I can't imagine what you're going through, but please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
With our deepest Sympathy-
The Smith's -Lisa, Shane, Alex & Amber
August 03, 2008 | Montclair, VA
Doug,
Words can not express the sympathy I feel for you and your family at this time. Know that Sara is with God looking down on you and that someday you will be with her again. Our prayers are with Sara, you and your family. I was hoping to make it to the service, but my mother-in-law was hospitalized yesterday and I need to help my wife attend to her. God's Peace Greg
Greg Dorsett
August 01, 2008 | Fulton, MD
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you try to figure out how to deal with the loss of Sara. I never met Sara personally but my daughter Jordyn had her in a class at Saunders. Please know that Jordyn spoke very fondly of your beautiful daughter. Her sudden passing has made everyone realize, even more, how precious life is wether young or old.
The Knapp Family
August 01, 2008 | Woodbridge
