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Charlotte, North Carolina

Sarah Culpepper Obituary

Sarah Pharr Culpepper CHARLOTTE - Sarah Pharr Culpepper died unexpectedly in Charlotte on February 15, 2015, at the age of 32. Although her death was sudden, her family was able to be by her side at the time of her passing. Sarah is preceded in death by her grandmother Sarah Pharr. She is survived by her mother Debbie Culpepper, father Allen Culpepper, brothers Michael and Loren Culpepper, grandparents Cliff and Dottie Culpepper, Aunt Ann and other aunts, uncles, cousins and her beloved dog, Laia. She is also survived by her fiance Mike Gminski and his son Noah Gminski. Sarah was born on January 5th, 1983 in Charlotte and graduated from Vance High School. A lifelong Charlottean, she loved traveling, the beach, specifically Topsail Island, animals and spending time with family and friends. Sarah was a loving, generous and outgoing person who enjoyed meeting new people. She is remembered as a sweet and strong woman who loved to play host and always put others before herself. The service is scheduled for 1:00 pm on Thursday the 19th of February, in the Chapel at Hankins and Whittington, 1111 East Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28203. The family will receive friends following the service. Rev. Jonathan Coppedge-Henley will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Sarah's life. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Presbyterian Hospital for their care and support. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Charlotte Humane Society at 2700 Toomey Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28203 or online at humanesocietyofcharlotte. org. Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service; please share condolences online at www.hankinswhittington.com.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Feb. 18, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Sarah Culpepper

26 Entries

February 21, 2015

With deepest sympathy to the family during your time of sorrow.
God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during difficult times. Psalms 91:2. May you find the needed strength from God, family and friends.
~ With caring thoughts

Darryl Kelly

February 19, 2015

I pray for peace and comfort for the Culpepper family. I am so sorry to hear about your tragic loss. Sarah, was a great woman and will truly be missed. May God bless you and be with you all as you go through this time.

Karen Davis

February 19, 2015

God bless you dear Sarah! We had fun being little mischievous children at First United Methodist Church.

lisa Gurthie (Andollina )

February 19, 2015

Just like was said at the service today, Sarah was so good at putting people at ease that even when she was an 8th grader, she had a way of putting me, the new teacher at Piedmont, at ease. She was always so kind and smiling and I am sorry for your loss Michael and family from all of us at Piedmont.

Daria

February 19, 2015

My sincere condolences to Sarah's family. No words can really express the feeling losing her. She reminds me of a woman in the Bible named Dorcas, she was a woman known for helping other people and being kind. I think you would find the story comforting in Acts 9:36-41. May God be with you.

John and Susan Carpenter

February 19, 2015

Our hearts go out to the Culpepper family during this sad and difficult time. We remember Sarah as a cute little 10 or 12 year old hanging out at the race track with her dad. May the love of caring friends help to ease your sorrow and give you strength in the days ahead.

Richard & Pamela Nelson

February 19, 2015

We are so sorry to hear of Sarah's passing, and wish comfort and consolation for her family, loved ones, and many friends. She is a lovely soul, who will always be a blessing.

Ruby Rucker

February 19, 2015

My condolences for the Culpepper family from Ruby and Dan

Amy Kuney

February 18, 2015

Sarah was one of my first friends when I moved to Charlotte. Her laugh was contagious. She always put others needs before her own and was always there to help, in any way she could. I'll miss my long talks with her and the sly winks she would give me whenever she sensed my confidence was wavering. I always sought her for comfort and hoped I could provide the same love and support she gave to me and my family unconditionally. My children knew her as "Aunt Sarah" and she never came to visit without a thoughtful treat for them. Words can't express the sorrow we feel over her passing. I pray for peace and healing for her loved ones. Sarah will never be forgotten.

Alana McDowell Jaime

February 18, 2015

Sarah was such a beautiful person inside and out. She will live on in the hearts of those she touched. My condolences go out to the family in this time of sorrow.

Tasha Moss

February 18, 2015

I Am Sorry For Your Lost
Your Family Is In My Prayers

Megan Goodrich

February 18, 2015

"Megan Clark!!"..."Sarah Culpepper!!" .... This was a special little greeting for one another. I love you, Sweet Girl!!! You stole my heart from day one... as I know you stole everyone's who met you!! You deserved so much more and have left us way too soon... you were the most dynamite soul I've ever met!!! You just were the kindest, most thoughtful, most fun and Always wanted people to feel comfortable!! You made any day fun... truly unbelievable your dedication and fierce protection of your loved ones... You just were a dream friend & there's No one who can light a candle to your "Carpe Diem" outlook!!! You were and will always remain my little Sunshine Girl. You are: so special, irreplaceable, better than all the rest, loved thru & thru.... I love you. And my babies LOVE their Aunt Sarah... They will never forget the Spectacular times & memories you created for them- you are such an inspiration to me to live my life each day as it's the last. You taught me this thru How you lived your life. Thank you for choosing me to be your friend & loving me!!! I'll never be the same because of you-- you've left a BEAUTIFUL & BRIGHT mark on this world, Babe!!! Merry we meet and Merry we part & Merry we'll meet again.

I love you.

Ryan Tartamella

February 18, 2015

Sarah was a person of heart, compassion, and patience. What she gave to me in friendship could never be quantified and can never be repaid. I look forward to one day seeing her again. My prayers go out to her parents, siblings, fiance, and friends; all people who molded Sarah into the person she had become. God Bless.

Megan

February 18, 2015

Sarah was a wonderful friend and caring person who always took care of others. She will be deeply missed.

Pam & Chuck Richards

February 18, 2015

She will be missed. Our hearts and prayers go out to all.

Eric Johnson

February 18, 2015

Sarah was one of my first friends in Charlotte when I moved here almost 15 years ago. I have many fond memories of her and the times we shared. She was a wonderful person. I am saddened by her passing but grateful I was able to call her a friend. To her family and friends, please accept my sincere condolences.

Kristen Riggs

February 18, 2015

Sarah was a dear friend. I will miss her always. My condolences to the family.

February 18, 2015

Mike,

Sorry to learn of this. My deepest condolences.

Bailey Condrey

Cameron Rudisill

February 18, 2015

I am so sorry Sarah is gone. I'm sorry I couldn't be there.

February 18, 2015

Mike -- I was saddened to hear about Sarah's passing. So tragic. Our thoughts are with you and Sarah's family.
Bart Pachino

Gloria Bess

February 18, 2015

So very sorry for your lost, it appears she was looking forward to a great life with Mr. Gminski. God bless you all.

Beth Propsner

February 18, 2015

I am so sad. Sarah was like another one of my kids. What fun memories we have. My thoughts and prayers are with her whole family. Rest peacefully Sarah. Beth

Joe Warner

February 18, 2015

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Mike & Pam Reiland

February 18, 2015

From all of your Duke friends in Houston, we send you our love and condolences to the Gminski and Culpepper families.

Scarlett Jones

February 18, 2015

I didn't know Sarah, but I wanted to extend my deepest condolences to her family and friends. I lost my very healthy (or so we thought) father quite unexpectedly in 2013 and was with him when he passed. I hope that being with her in her last moments gave you some peace as it did us, but I know the pain all too well of losing someone unexpectedly, and that their memories and the pain of losing them never goes away. Remember her before, share your memories with one another. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Karen Cretella-Mangan

February 18, 2015

Words can not express or do justice to who you really are. You have a heart of gold. Always so kind and loving to everyone. You have a way of making strangers feel wanted, safe and loved. I know I've told you before that our treasures are not here on this earth but with our Lord and Savior in a much better place. I continue to pray for you and your family, that Jesus gives them the comfort and support they need at this extremely sad time for all. I know you are at peace with God's loving arms wrapped around you, to hold you, love you unconditionally, and to enjoy the treasures you didn't even know you had stored up in heaven. You will be missed by many, yet loved by all who knew you. And one day we shall all be together again. Until then my friend know you will always be loved and in our hearts.

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