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Sara Hornberger Obituary
While in Naknek, Sara taught school, worked for their business and served as Magistrate for the 3rd Judicial District. In 1974, the family moved to Lake Clark, Alaska, where Sara was directly involved in forming the Lake and Peninsula School District. She served on the LPSD School Board from 1976 to 1987. Sara taught the first high school classes in Newhalen in the winter of 1975. After obtaining her M.Ed. in Public School Administration she served as Principal for LPSD in schools on the Alaska Peninsula. In 1991, she was honored as the State of Alaska Small Schools Principal of the Year. Sara also worked as a Park Historian for Lake Clark National Park.
Sara had many occupations, but first and foremost, she was a teacher who shared her love of learning and reading with everyone.
Sara was predeceased by her parents; brother, Thad; and granddaughter, Jennifer. She is survived by her husband, Charles; sister, Liz; her children, Linda (Mark), George (Funa) and Gayle; grandchildren, Sara, Jaslyn (Matt), Chester (Rachel), Olin (Jordan), Camber (Alec), Elora (Dylan) and Jeremy (Rene); and great-grandchildren, Joella, Benjamin, Sam, Peyton, Zach, Natalie, Mark, Roland and Max; as well as her very special "God-daughters," Beth and Allyson.
The family would like to thank everyone at the Pioneer Homes in Anchorage and Fairbanks, Alaska, for their kind care of Sara.
A memorial service will be held in Anchorage on Nov. 17, 2018, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at ChangePoint Church in Anchorage.
Condolences can be sent to Chuck at P.O. Box 81116, Fairbanks, AK 99708. Donations in Sara's name can be made to the Linda Johnson Memorial Scholarship, P.O. Box 498, King Salmon, AK 99613.
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Ann
October 15, 2018
Condolences to the Hornberger family. May God grant you peace during your time of grief. Rm. 15:33
October 14, 2018
Your Mom was always a blessing to everyone she met! She will be missed! Prayers for comfort and peace as you mourn
Laverne Pettigen
N I
October 11, 2018
With my deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one.
May you find true hope and comfort in God's word during this difficult time. Jeremiah 29:11
MJH
October 10, 2018
Please accept my deepest condolences, my heart goes out to you during this difficult time. May the hope of seeing your loved one again in the future, as our heavenly Father has promised, bring you comfort. John 11:24-25.
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Sarah Woods
October 9, 2018
Sara was a beautiful soul. She could light up the room with her smile. I am so grateful and honored for the time,although short that I got to spend getting to know her. She will always be dear to my heart.
I will always be Sarah#2.(the name she called me at aph)
Michelle Kazmac (Beach)
October 9, 2018
Chuck, Linda and family. Sara was a mentor and friend to me for over 30 years. I think you know that I loved and admired her a great deal. The way this obituary starts with the words about stepping joyfully into heaven is perfect. I know that is true and that must bring you all great comfort. Love and peace to you all.
October 9, 2018
Although we didn't get to spend a lot of time together I cherish the times I did have with you. Rest in Peace Aunt Sara.
Lori Gregory
October 8, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss! I will always remember you mother's encouragement to "learn something new every day" and I still try to do so. Her legacy will endure. Sending love,
Malinda
October 7, 2018
Im so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that those who die are kept in Gods memory, because they are precious in his eyes. May the God of peace give you comfort in your time of sorrow.Psalm 94:18,19
josie savo
October 7, 2018
Chuck,George, Linda,Gayle and families,So sorry for your loss.Sara was my oldest daughter Johanna's teacher back when she moved to Naknek.She taught school in the old school basement which is now the Boys and girls club.how time fly's,will keep you all in my prayers.
Mark Hiratsuka
October 7, 2018
Thank you Sharon for introducing me to Sara so many years ago. She was an inspiration to many that were blessed to be in her presence and I count myself as one of the blessed. My condolences to her family and friends. Thank you for sharing her with Bristol Bay!
wayne fleek
October 7, 2018
Sara was a wonderful lady, always, even in her judicial robes. She cared deeply for neighbors and far flung residents of the Bristol Bay region. Always a gracious host, and wonderful conversationalist. My deepest condolences to all her family.
October 6, 2018
I am extending my condolences to the family and friends. May the entire family find peace in knowing that God cares for you and your family and will help you during these difficult times. 1 Peter 5:6,7*
October 5, 2018
My deepest regret for your loss,may the God of all comfort bring your family peace Philipeans 4:6,7.
M C
October 4, 2018
I am truly and deeply sorry for your Loss. My warmest condolences go out to the family and friends of Sara. May the God of all comport Grant you peace and strength during difficult time (Psalm 91:11).
Sharon Van Valin
September 25, 2018
Goodby my dear friend of 54 years. I will miss you. We had fun times teaching and sharing our families. Love forever.
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