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Alexandra Artzer Obituary

Alexandra Elizabeth Artzer (Ali), born November 21, 1988, died Monday, May 30, 2011. She is survived by Dr. Dennis Artzer, father, Nancy Artzer, mother, Patrick Artzer, brother, and Blake and Brady Swenson, brothers. Ali graduated from Washburn Rural High School in 2007. She attended the University of Kansas and Washburn University. On Monday, June 6th, 2011, family and friends will gather at Wanamaker Woods Church of the Nazarene, 3501 SW Wanamaker Rd. in Topeka. From noon to 1 p.m. we will have an opportunity to share in celebration of her life. There will be an open casket viewing during this time. Funeral service will begin at 1 p.m. with graveside services following at Mount Hope Cemetery, 4700 SW 17th Street. Memorial donations may be made in two ways. There are too few resources for those who suffer from Bi-polar and dual-diagnosis disorders in Topeka. Send donations for this cause to the Alexandra Artzer Dual-Diagnosis Support Group Fund, care of Core First Bank, 3035 SW Topeka Blvd., Topeka, KS 66611. Ali spent much of her time growing up at the Topeka Round-Up Club. She found love and solace with the horses and staff members and became an accomplished equestrian, competing as a hunter-jumper. Send memorial donations to the Topeka Round-Up Club, care of Kathy Childs, 7843 SW 37th St., Topeka, KS 66614. Online condolences may be sent to www.kevinbrennanfamily.com. Alexandra E. Artzer

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal from Jun. 3 to Jun. 5, 2011.

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Bernie & Christina Myers

June 12, 2011

Sorry to hear about your loss.

Suzanne Kentch

June 11, 2011

Dear Dr, Nancy & Patrick, My heart breaks for you. Praying for peace & healing in Jesus name!

Marilyn Phillips

June 10, 2011

I am sad to hear about your loss. Your family is in my prayers and thoughts. God will take care of Alex.

Ron Burton

June 10, 2011

Nancy and Patrick, my heart goes out to you and am saddened deeply to here this news. I am glad that I had the privilege to know her- Ron Burton.

Susan Jones

June 7, 2011

Dear Nancy, Brady and Blake,
I was so very sorry to read about your daughter's/sister's death in paper. We haven't had any contact since our days at Sandy's, we always loved Brady and then Blake. I hope our love across the years brings you some comfort at this terrible time.
Susan Jones, Rolley and Casey Wambganss Jones.

Rose Marie (Myers) and Russ Clark

June 6, 2011

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our prayers for you and your family.

Karl and Patti Ashman

June 6, 2011

"We were saddened to hear about your loss of Ali. She and our younger daughter, Lauren, were roommates their freshman year at the University of Kansas. We had the priviledge of having Ali visit our home one weekend during the fall of that year. She and Lauren shared a love of horses. Ali was a beautiful young woman, and we know she will be dearly missed."

Karen Franzen-Kohn

June 6, 2011

Nancy I am so sorry to hear of your loss. We wish your family healing, and strength to sustain you in those moments when you will need it most.

Karri McKinsey

June 6, 2011

Ali and Patrick were students of mine at WRMS. Ali was such a bright, sweet girl who always had a smile on her face. I am saddened to hear about her passing, and my sincere prayers are with the Artzer family during this difficult time.
Karri McKinsey (Cromer)

Chris Huckabee

June 6, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I remember going to Jay Shideler Elementary, Middle and High School with the Artzers, and they were always so fun to be around. I'm glad I had the opportunity to know you when you were still with us Alex. Even though everybody wishes you were still with us I know you're in a happier place.

Cathy (Dougan)Decker

June 6, 2011

I am so sorry to hear about Alex. She was a cute little girl that grew into a lovely young lady. May God bless you and watch over your family and guide you through this time of healing. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Stevie Christy

June 6, 2011

Nancy my dear, I am so sorry you have to go through this heartache. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Stevie

Brenda Holaday

June 5, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of Alexandra's death. You have a wonderful family and I remember Alex, Patrick, Brady and Blake well, all such nice young people. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

June 5, 2011

Sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are for your family.

Ron, Alice, Chris, and Lori Marshall

Emi Nold

June 5, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with your family, and I am so sorry for your loss. Ali was the first person I met in Yoga at Washburn. She wasnt in the class long, but she was a beautiful and sweet girl. So sorry, may your family find peace in this sorrowful time.

June 5, 2011

Artzer Family,
We send our deepest condolences to your family. Ali and Patrick were classmates of Adrian's, and Marie worked with Ali at Red Robin. We are so deeply saddened by your great loss.

The De La Cruz Family

Elizabeth Hatcher

June 5, 2011

My heart goes out to the Artzer family at this time of loss.

Debra Wichern

June 5, 2011

So sorry to hear the news of Ali passing. Laura and Lesley were the "other set of twins" in the class of 2007 and were devastated to hear the news. Knowing life as a twin, it will be especially hard on Pat. Our hearts go out to Pat and for all of your family in this most difficult time. Debra & James Wichern

Valerie and Emily Leiker

June 5, 2011

It is so hard to want so badly to help someone we love find their way in life while they face such difficult challenges. Dual diagnosis creates suffering for all who deeply love someone afflicted. Bless you for helping this cause through her death. Ali is at peace but will be deeply missed. So sorry for your loss.

June 5, 2011

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal."

Kathy & John Stauffer

June 5, 2011

Dear Nancy and family,
We were so sadden to hear of Alex's death...we remember her fondly growing up around all of her brothers. We are very sorry for your loss, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Debbie and Joohn Quilty

June 5, 2011

It is immposssible to think of our time in Topeka without including your family. The kids had so much fun in our front yards when they were little. We hope these great memories will help you through this most difficult time.

Allen James

June 4, 2011

Very Sorry for your lose Artzer family . I wish the best for the Family especially Pat.

June 4, 2011

Some people come into our lives and quietly go. Others stay awhile and leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never the same. We are so very sorry to hear about Ali, know she will never be forgotten. Roy and Becky Sullivan

Ann Ubert

June 4, 2011

Dear Nancy and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest condolances and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Gary, Ann and Danny Ubert

June 4, 2011

I am so sorry to hear about your loss I first met Ali when I was a freshman and she was a senior, she was a techie for Pirates of Penzance. We didn't talk much or have a relationship after she graduated but I always remembered her because of how gorgeous she was, that and her brother Patrick was my partner in one of the scenes. My thoughts and prays are with you.

Chris Ridley

June 4, 2011

I fondly remember coaching Ali on Optimist basketball group with my daughter, Erin. She was a sweet young lady and it was a joy to watch her grow through her high school years. Our prayers are with all of you and her through this difficult time. She had a kind, sweet disposition any time I was fortunate enough to be around her. God Bless.

June 3, 2011

I'm so sorry to hear about what has happened. I went to school with Ali and she was such an wonderful young woman with a beautiful smile and an amazing soul. She will be missed by many people. I'm so sorry.

David Rothrock

June 3, 2011

Sad to say, I met Ali at a bar in Topeka, but she always had a beautiful smile and a kind word and attitude towards me whenever we talked. She will be truly missed!

June 3, 2011

My condolences on the loss of your beautiful daughter.... Bless you for choosing to keep her memory alive through the dual diagnosis group.

You will be in my prayers....

June 3, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief.

Joyce Martin

Marti Schiller Johnson

June 3, 2011

Nancy, So sad to hear the news. Praying for God's Grace.

Warrene Stadler

June 3, 2011

Nancy - Please know I love you gal AND I CARE!!! Warrene

Eleanor, Larry & Paige Strecker

June 3, 2011

Our hearts go out to you. Paige loved spending time with Alex, the big girl next door. You're in our prayers.

Queenie

June 3, 2011

Beautiful Family Your Daughter Thrived In everything she did; Her presence might be gone but her soul will be forever remembered as a star. Her soul will rest in peace knowing she was so loved.

Heidi Haney

June 3, 2011

Terribly sorry for your loss.

June 3, 2011

To The Artzer Family- I can't express how sorry we are for your loss. If there is anything that we can do for you please let us know.
Love, Joe, Sue & Mike Crawford

Mary Franzen

June 3, 2011

Dear, dear family, know that you all are in our hearts, our thoughts, and our prayers. Dean, Mary, Kevin, and Martha Franzen

Lisa Searcy

June 3, 2011

Dennis, Nancy, & Patrick -- so very sorry to hear of the loss of Alex. We remember her from preschool & elementary days -- what a sweetheart. Our thoughts & prayers go out to you. Lisa, Kirk & Katie Searcy

Heidi Eichkorn

June 3, 2011

My heart aches for your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Kimberly Havens

June 3, 2011

We were very sad to hear of the great loss of Alex. She attended Jay Shideler with our children when they were younger. She always had a smile on her face. She was always eager to help out her friends. She had a great sense of humor and loved everyone unconditionally. She will be greatly missed. Her family are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

Dawn Downey, Adam Long

June 3, 2011

Words fail us about the loss of your beautiful angel. Ali was so loved and beautiful, may she rest in peace with the arms of God wrapped around her as He wraps His arms around all of you and gives you solace.

Henry Spangler

June 3, 2011

I am sincerely sorry for your loss.

Swede Swenson

June 3, 2011

I am sorry to hear of Alexandra's death and know she will be missed by family and friends. Always enjoyed having she and Patrick over to our swimming pool on Westwood in her younger days. A very lively, likeable and pretty young girl. My blessings and prayers to Dennis, Nancy, and her brothers. Swede

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