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Tara Stark Obituary
Those left to mourn this terrible loss are: husband, Troy M.; daughters, Danielle and Elizabeth, Lincoln; parents, Dan and Cindy Smith, Douglas; sister, brother-in-law, Bridget and Patrick Sheahan, Heath, Texas; niece, Eiley Sheahan, Heath; nephew, Sean Sheahan, Heath; grandparents, Betty Schwartman, Adams, Robert Schwartman, Lincoln; father-in-law, stepmother-in-law, Gary and Connie Stark, Lincoln; grandma, Renae Stark, Lincoln; brothers-in-law, spouse, Todd and Pam Stark, Tracy Stark, Kingman, Ariz.; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends, especially her cousin, Amy Inness, Lincoln, and aunt, Teresa Kennedy, Douglas. Preceded in death by: paternal grandparents, Chauncy V. and Gertrude Smith; maternal grandfather, Charles M. Smith.
Services: 11 a.m. Saturday, Butherus, Maser & Love Funeral Home, 4040 A St. Visitation with family, one hour before services. Memorials to the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Tara Stark
Karen DeBoer
November 13, 2006
Dear Troy, your precious girls and extended family:
Two of my children and I were driving south on Highway 43 to go to our Grandmother's home, when we came upon this tragic accident right after it happened, before any rescue vehicles arrived. We pulled over in case our help was needed. We saw several other cars had already stopped and felt the best way we could assist was to start praying out loud for the Lord's help for those involved. We sat there for quite some time, interceding on behalf of your precious Tara and Nikolle, not knowing who they were at the time--but we knew that God knew.
I am so sorry that God allowed them to be taken, and I want you to know your family has been and will continue to be in our prayers. As the mother of four precious children, it is beyond my comprehension to imagine the loss you have suffered. I pray God will sustain you and provide you with his supernatural strength through this time of grieving and loss.
I hope knowing someone was praying at that very moment will be of some comfort to you.
Blessings always,
Karen DeBoer
Michele Jatho
November 11, 2006
Dear Troy and family. I'm so sorry to hear about your loss, I couldn't imagine what its like. Somethings are just out of our control unfortunately we can't stop bad things from happening. They were both lovely people. My thoughts an prayers are with you. My condolenses to you and to Tara's family. We love you and miss you.
Jay Roberts
November 11, 2006
Dear Troy, Elizabeth, and Danielle: I was shocked and greatly saddened by the tragedy in your family last week. The school's prayers are with you and we pray for you and your family everyday. We miss you and quite often talk about your time with us in our school.
Jay Roberts. Kingman Adventist Christian School
Don and Leslie Kay
November 9, 2006
Dear Troy and girls,
We were so sorry to hear about Tara and Nikki, and can't begin to express our shock and sorrow over such a tragedy. We will always remember them both as the unique, effervescent individuals they were, and look forward to seeing them again when Jesus comes. Please know you're in our thoughts and prayers everyday, and let us know if we can help in any way. With love,
Rollie Lux
November 8, 2006
Dear Troy, Todd, Tracey & Gary,
We send our deepest sympathy on the loss in your family.
God Bless you all,
Laura Carpenter
November 7, 2006
Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Bridget and the girls,
Our heart felt prayers are with you and your family. Please know we are always here for you.
Love,
Kip, Nolan, Nick and Laura Carpenter
Angela Solano
November 7, 2006
Troy and Family,
Back in the day of Pinball Pete's (1st and West O)...who would have ever imagined one day you would be a dad and suffer such an enormous loss. We are so very sorry to hear about the accident. You're in our prayers. Old friends,
David, Angie and Troy Bolender
Carryna Northup
November 7, 2006
We miss you and you will always be in our hearts.
CAMERON NORTHUP
November 7, 2006
Dear Cindy & Dan
Our hearts our w/ you two always. Especially the Northup's
Reva Adams
November 7, 2006
Dear Troy,
Our hearts go out to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Love, Reva Dietz Adams &
your extended family of Dietz, Adams & Taylor in Texas and Louisiana
Susie Casey
November 7, 2006
Dear Troy,
I know you don't remember me. I am your cousin, Susie (my mom is Reva Dietz Adams). I remember you and your brothers as young boys, the times I visited our huge family in Nebraska. I am so sorry for your loss and pain. It is obvious from this guest book that Tara and Niki were well loved. I wish you could have spent your whole life with them. You must hold on to this; our lives here are temporary. A blip on the radar screen of eternity. Those who know Jesus will be together again, never to be parted. Not as soon as we would want, but it will happen.
Father God, I pray that you wrap comfort and peace around Troy, Danielle, Elizabeth, all of Troy's and Tara's families. Let them feel your love like a big hug. Give them peace to sleep at night and your strength to carry them through the day. Let us all appreciate the time we have together. In Jesus name, Amen.
We do not grieve as those who have no hope... I Thessalonians 4:13
In Christ's Love,
Susie Adams Casey
Gary and Marla King
November 6, 2006
Dear Troy and family,
Our hearts are broken for you and pray God wraps you in His peace. We regret we cannot make it to the service.
Dorothy Possien
November 6, 2006
Cindy & Family: My truest and deepest sympathies go to you and family. God Bless & Keep you.
Randy Gilbert
November 6, 2006
My prayers and thoughts are with the family. May God give you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Marissa Saoud
November 6, 2006
Cindy & Family:
I am so sorry for your loss and I will keep you all in my prayers. God Bless you.
Lana McElmeel
November 6, 2006
Dear Troy,
I am so sorry about your loss. I pray that the Lord gives you and your family the strength and comfort you need to get through this tragedy.
Lana McElmeel (Wood)
Shireen Zsomboran
November 6, 2006
Cindy and Dan,
Words are inadequate to convey how much we care and that we are thinking of you during this terrible time. Please know that the thoughts and prayers of your "Prudential Family" are with you.
Annie (Fields) Barrington
November 6, 2006
May God peace be upon you and your loved ones in this time of sorrow.
Mitzi Laymon
November 6, 2006
Cindy and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
LINDA BROWN
November 6, 2006
Cindy and Family
Thinking of you with my deepest sympathy....you all are in my prayers for strength doing this difficult times. May God bless you all. Linda Brown
Stacie Asbury
November 6, 2006
Dan and Cindy, I am so sorry to hear about the tragic loss of your daughter and granddaughter. Your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Glenna McCoy
November 6, 2006
Cindy and Family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Glenna McCoy
Barbara Holt
November 6, 2006
Cindy and family, I cannot express the sorrow felt for your loss, my heart is breaking for you. My your beautiful memories always stay with you in moments of heartbreak.
Christine Herrin
November 6, 2006
Cindy and Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Daughter and Granddaughter. Please know that my prayers are with you and your Family.
Amy Lopez
November 5, 2006
My heart goes out to you and your family. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May God be with you at this time of need.
Bill and Nancy Detore
November 5, 2006
We are so sorry to have heard of this recent tragedy. Our deepest sympathy to Troy and his girls, Dan and Cindy, and to all her family and friends who will be affected by this loss.
DAWN WELTON (MAYNARD) AND FAMILY
November 4, 2006
TROY AND FAMILY:
I AM TERRIBLY SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR WIFE AND DAUGHTER. MAY THE LORD GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH YOU NEED TO GO ON.
Michaele Lee
November 4, 2006
Dear Troy,
I was so shocked to hear about your tragic loss. I could never put into words how deeply sad I am for you and your family. I hope that you can derive some comfort in the knowledge that God is surely with you and your daughters. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michaele Holliday Lee- Kingman SDA Church
Gene and Pat Disney
November 4, 2006
Dear Troy and Girl's,
We are so sorry for your loss. If
there is anything we can do, please
call. May God give you strength. Our prayers and love and with you.
Love, Gene and Pat Disney
Stephanie Contreras (Frede)
November 4, 2006
Troy,
No matter where life takes us there's always a fondness for the people we grew up with. We celebrate their victories and we mourn their losses. My heart breaks for you and your family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. My hope is that you find comfort in knowing that so many people care. May you hang on to the precious moments you shared with one another and be reminded of Tara and Nikolle each and every time you look into the eyes of Danielle and Elizabeth.
Vadra Stutzman
November 4, 2006
Troy and Family,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Vadra
Jodi and Ralph
November 4, 2006
Troy,
Words cannot express how sorry we are to hear of your losses. We cannot begin to imagine what you are going through. We want you to know that if you need absolutely anything, do not hesitate to ask. Our thought and prayers are with you and the girls.
Mary Whiteford (Smith)
November 4, 2006
To My Brother Dan, Sister Cindy, Sister Teri, Niece Bridget, & the Starks:
There are no words I can say to ease the pain. I just want you all to know your in my heart, thoughts & prayers. Lord I lift up this family to you, Lord I pray that you comfort this family,I pray you give them the strength they need to get through this terrible tragedy.Lord I lift this family up to you, this was a tragic accident no one should have to endure, Lord there are times we don't understand and we look to you asking " why"?. Lord I also pray for Tara's other 2 children & husband guide them through this rough time, comfort them and give them strength. Lord I ask that you bond this family, may they be there for each others support. Lord I ask a special request to the 2 remaining sisters, may you send their special Angels to guide them through this time. Lord I thank you for my Sister Cindy I know these 2 remaining sister's will look to her (their Grandma) to fill the void in their hearts. I thank this entire family for blessings us with the life that was shared, even though it might seem like it was a short time it was a Blessed time. Lord you promised you would never leave or forsake us, may this be a constant reminder to this entire family. Lord I hold this entire family up to you. Amen Dan & Cindy I am so sorry for your loss.Tara had the beauty of her mother, and the ability to make others laugh like her father, these traits of her will carry on through the both of you. {{{{ Dan, Cindy, Teri & Bridget}}}} these brackets are a symbol of my arms around you to give you a comfort hug.
Please know even though I can not be with you on the day of the memorial I am there in heart and spirit.I love you all, Your sister Mary Whiteford (Smith)
Joanne Dahinden
November 4, 2006
Dear Dan and Cindy, my heart goes out to you and your family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Paul & Sandy Zurfluh
November 4, 2006
We never met Tara or Nikolle but we want Troy, Danielle & Elizabeth to know our family is praying for you. It is such a tragic loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to you. May you find comfort with the Lord.
Donna Moore
November 4, 2006
Cindy, Dan and Family,
We were so very sad to hear of your great loss. We just want to let you know you are in all our thoughts and prayers down here in FL. Cindy is an old friend from MN and then FL through work and this news has saddened us all here. May the Lord bless and keep you in his care at this very difficult time. Love to all from your FL friends.
Cathy (Leitner) Munoz and Pat Berks
November 3, 2006
Troy, I am so sorry for your loss. This poem has always helped me. AUTUMN RAIN "Do not stand at my grave and weep: I am not there. I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond's gilt on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn's rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush, I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry; I am not there. I did not die."
Nita Kime
November 3, 2006
To the Starks and Smith familys:
I'm an old friend of Tara's and know that she was a very special person, I want you to know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. She will be missed by many. I wish I could say and do more. God bless.
Nita KIme.
Jonna Sipp
November 3, 2006
Troy&Family,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Wyatt (Wait)
November 3, 2006
Troy and family...
I want to express my deep sympathy for your loss. I had never met Tara or Nikolle, but I am still deeply saddened to hear of the accident! I am a friend of a friend so to speak. My sister knew the Stark brothers way back in the days. I just felt the need to let you know that I am thinking of all of you in this painful time. It seems as though you have the support needed to get you through this. Take care!
Kathy (Wait) Myers
November 3, 2006
Troy & family,
I am so sorry to hear of this terrible loss. I know that you love your family very deeply and can't fathom what you must be going through.
You're in my thoughts...
Kathy
Gavin Bledsoe
November 3, 2006
Troy, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am very sorry for your loss.
Moms Club of Rockwall
November 3, 2006
Our Prayers and sympathies go out to Bridget, Pat, Eiley, Sean and their family. If there is anything we can do during this time please let us know. Please know that we will be here for you when you return home.
Your Friends from the Moms Club
Kristi Allen
November 3, 2006
Troy,
My heart goes out to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers and may God bless you and your family during this loss and bring you some kind of comfort.
Your friend,
Kristi
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Ed Opp
November 3, 2006
Troy, Im so sorry to here about Tara and Nikolle. I will keep you and you're family in my prayers. If theirs anything I can do let me know.
The Fulton School
November 3, 2006
Our hearts go out to you at this very sad time. Please know that our prayers are with you and that we will be here for Bridget, Patrick and Eiley when they return home. Please know that our arms are around you in spirit.
Your Friends at The Fulton School in Heath
Dean Cummings
November 3, 2006
Troy,
I cannot even begin to imagine what you and your family is going through. I will never understand why tragedies like this have to happen. You and those little girls are on our minds and please do not hesitate to ask if there is something Chris and I can do to help you through these tough times.
Shara Nicholson
November 3, 2006
To Troy and all that had the blessing of knowing Tara and Niki, there really are no words to say. I am heartbroken for your loss, may God bless you all and comfort you at this sad time. All my prayers are with you! God bless
Shara
Angie Pearson
November 3, 2006
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Donielle Lopez
November 3, 2006
Dear Troy,
In quiet moments when you mourn the absence of their flames
and the hurt becomes to hard to bear;
May love become your shelter and the memories of how brightly they glowed become your comfort.
Extending deep and heart felt sympathy to you and your family.
Rod and Val Opp
November 3, 2006
Troy, there really isn't words to express comfort for your loss. Its unimaginable. Our prayers for strength - courage - comfort go out to you and your family. Keep your faith in God, He will carry you through this very difficult time, I pray you will find comfort knowing you will be re-united with your wife and little girl when Jesus comes again. May God bless you and hold you close through your great loss. Love, Rod and Val
Valerie Humm
November 3, 2006
Troy, I don't have the words to express how sorry I am for your loss. You are in my prayers, Valerie Humm
Vicki Krystowiak
November 3, 2006
Dan, Cindy, Bridget, Patrick & Family,
Our sincerest and deepest sympathy. One finds how true it is to say there are no words strong enough to express to you our sorrow regarding the depth of your loss. Our hearts and prayers to you and Tara's children. We wish we could be there to offer you comfort. Dave & Vicki Krystowiak & Family.
Teresa Miller (Whiteford)
November 3, 2006
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
Teresa Miller (Whiteford)
November 3, 2006
To Aunt Cindy, Uncle Danny,Bridget & Aunt Terri
There are no words I can say to ease the pain. I just want you all to know your in my heart, thoughts & prayers. Lord I lift up this family to you, Lord I pray that you comfort this family,I pray you give then the strength they need to get through this terrible tragedy. Lord I also pray for Tara's other 2 children & husband guide them through this rough time, comfort them and give them strength. Lord I hold this entire family up to you. Amen Dan & Cindy I am so sorry for your loss. It's been ages since I have seen Tara, but I remember the summer I babysat her.She had the beauty of her mother, and the ability to make others laugh like her father, these traits of her will carry on through the both of you. {{{{ Uncle Dan,Aunt Cindy, Aunt Terri & Bridget}}}} these brackets are a symbol of my arms around you to give you a comfort hug. My heart, spirit and prayers are with you. Love you, Teresa Miller (Whiteford)
Karen Heil
November 3, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Carrie Scott
November 3, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Linda Klersy
November 3, 2006
Dan, Cindy and Family, I'm so very sorry for your lose. Please know that you and your entire family have been in my prayers. God be with you at this very difficult time. Hugs from Minnesota. Linda
Jody Meints
November 3, 2006
Troy, I am so sorry for your loss. I was lucky enough to meet your beautiful wife when she came back to Lincoln. Your little girl was just as beautiful. My prayers are with you and your family.
Rich Henderson
November 3, 2006
Troy - My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tina Lopez-Eacret
November 3, 2006
I did not know Tara or Niki personally, but I am an old family friend of the Stark Family. I grew up in Air Park with them and currently live in Gilbert, Arizona. I want to send my deepest condolences to the family and I was shocked and saddened to learn of this tragic news when my mother sent me the email. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless.
Tina Lopez-Eacret
Tammy Pope
November 3, 2006
Troy I am so sorry for your loss. If you or the family ever needs anything please don't hesitate to call. Tammy Pope (Richardson)
Abe & Sandy Lopez
November 3, 2006
Troy and family - May God bless you and heal you and may your cherished memories thrive in your hearts. May you find comfort in knowing that caring thoughts and our deepest sympathies are with you.
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