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Central MO friends
January 4, 2023
And we are still looking forward to the day when we can show you much more there will be to life than this 'old' system had to offer.
My Sam. Enjoying Life.
Gary Harvel
January 3, 2012
Hannah Murphy
January 1, 2010
Sam was truly one of the greatest people to ever come into my life. From day one, that girl never failed to make me smile. Working with her was always fun and we were always making jokes in the back or laughing at something, no matter how stupid it was. We connected almost immediately. She used to come over to my apartment and watch movies with me just because she knew I hated being home alone when it was really late. We would go to taco bell and she always had the cheesy fiesta potatoes. She ALWAYS asked for a little extra fiesta and we would laugh so hard while the person working drive thru thought we were stupid. I still order a little extra fiesta, just for the reaction.
Her being gone has been so hard, but I like to think that she is watching her friends and family and I can still hear her laugh when I go to walmart and pass the giant bouncy balls that we would play with. I try to smile a little bit extra everyday because Sam had a smile that lit up the room, the way the sunshine lights up the sky on the brightest summer day. Not a day passes where she isn't in my thoughts and everyday I say a little prayer thanking God for blessing me with the opportunity to have known her and to know her sister Heather.
I love you Sam. Heather, I will always be here if you ever need anything - EVER.
Tiffany ' Moe Moe' Brewer
December 29, 2009
Sam was my best friend. She was my sunshine, my smiles, my laughter, and my hope. She gave me so many reasons to keep going no matter what got me down or how tough things were at the moment. She was the one who would drop anything if I needed her at all, and I was the same for her. Sam and I became really good friends after meeting each other at work. It didnt matter what short time we knew each other, we felt that best friend connection. Show after show, party after party, dinner on the balcony. I was lucky enough to have tought her how to play pool and be able to go bowling every week. We just knew we were better when we were around each other, and thats a feeling you just cant shake. I miss her so much, and I ask constantly, "why?". Why was this beautiful, happy, positive young woman taken away from us? And almost one year and a million answers later, I still haven't a good reason. I cant imagine the daily pain and sadness that Gary, Sandra and Heather go through, losing a wonderful daughter and sister. I do know how much I still hurt and how much I still talk to her and just pretend shes studying abroad and just living up life like she always did. I do have a little piece of my sunshine with me everyday for the rest of my life, she has literally become my 'right hand woman'. I do try to be the way and do things that Sam would like me to because I find it so unfair that she wont get to experience the life she was meant to live. I miss her more than I've ever missed anything in my life but I know that even she would not want us to sit and think and continue to mourn her. She would want all of us who truely loved her, continue on with smiles on our faces and remember the good times we were all so very blessed to have with her.
I will never forget you Samantha. Always in my heart and forever in my soul. I love you dearly.
I love you family and I will always be here for you all as well. To remember and share all of her good times with. Heather if you ever need to talk you know how to find me.
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Ravae Brown
December 29, 2009
sammy was an amazing friend I know no matter what was going on in life she was always looking for the positive . she could always make me laugh . And i'm glad I came to see her last september we had alot of fun just hanging out .we went to lookout mountain she loved that place. she will be greatly missed
Stephen Muramatsu
December 28, 2009
There are so many memories that I have with Sam, that it's hard to pick my favorite one becuase every interaction I had with that girl always meant so much. She introduced me to so many great people; like Horatio, Heather and her mom. And she helped me through the some of the most difficult times in my life. But my favorite memory I have with her, that always comes to mind, would be camping in her backyard. I told her that I've never been camping before and had no idea how to do it or what to expect and so she came up with the idea of "camping with training wheels" which meant we spent the night in her parents backyard and I watched her put the tent together. I remember thinking "This is the worst thing ever, I'm getting attacked by all these bugs and I'd rather be inside." But she made it fun. We packed the inside of the tent with the most padded blankets we could find, sprayed ourselves down with bug spray, and watched Youtube videos all night long. Then the sprinklers went off. And we found out that tents weren't water proof and it soaked the blankets. We woke up soggy and went into the house as Sandra was laughing at us. "I forgot to turn off the sprinklers" she said, and we just went and slept on the couches. And after that we pretty much wrote off camping all together. Us and the outdoors, didn't mix very. It would've been an amazing time if we really did go camping. Her and I in the mountains, camping in real life, would have been hilarious.
I miss her tons and I'm so greatful that I have a relationship with her family. Heather and Sandra, you are two of the most amazing women I've ever met and I'm so glad that you're both in my life.
December 23, 2009
Sandra, Gary, and Heather,
My heart is with you during this difficult time. Samantha always made my parents feel so good. They loved to go out and visit your family. They were happy to see them. Take care of each other and remember you have a lot of LOVE around you.
Becky
Sharon Gurule
December 22, 2009
In memory of my dear niece I wanted to share some of my special memories that I have ---
I remember after she fell out of the window and we came to Missouri with Aunt Pat/Uncle Sal and their family to the lake of the Ozarks and you came up to the lake and she had her hair shaved and got to go on a boat ride! I remember when we went to Eureka Springs Arkansas with Mom and Dad: me, Heather, Liese and Samantha got to stay up in the loft - we thought that was so cool! I loved how much she loved ice skating and you could see the enjoyment the girls had when they got to spend time at the rink both in Missouri and Denver - it was fun when we went to Evergreen so the girls could skate outside on the ice - the joy was shown on their faces. I loved how artistic Samantha was and how she took the time to make her project perfect, the way she imagined it to be.
I will always remember how she would come over to her mother, Sandra and sit or lay next to her and Sandra knew exactly what she wanted without any words spoken - she wanted her back rubbed - something she never outgrew. I will always cherish Sammy and Heather coming out to Colorado before they moved her to stay at my house - we had alot of fun - cooking, playing, going to a ice show, visiting, made by me, movies, and once I even let Sammy frost my hair!!! I could go on forever, but just know I miss Samantha so much (I still have her cell number in my phone) I loved her and enjoyed spending time with her and sorry Isabella won't get to know her special cousin (but so glad she met her) and very, very proud to have my wonderful daughter named after her Isabella SAMANTHA Gurule. We think and talk about Samantha often and miss her smile, spirit and the love she had for her family!!!
Sharon, Gerard and Isabella
Tasha Dodd
March 9, 2009
I just found out about Sam. I worked with her at Starbucks. We were friends, actually. I guess she came in to see me a week before the accident, but I haven't worked there in a while, so I didn't get to see her.
I miss her. She was so much fun to be with. Witty, adorable and genuine.
I wish you weren't going through this. I wish none of us were. I'm so sorry. I'll always remember her. Thank you for bringing her into my life, even though you didn't realize you did. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
Linda Lygrisse
February 19, 2009
Sandra--so glad to re-connect, but so sad to hear of your sorrow. I understand, as I miss our dear Paulette each day.
Linda
February 13, 2009
Samantha,
I didn't know you that well, but I know you were such a great person. you will be missed.
Jordan and Julie Truitt
January 20, 2009
We were greatly saddened to hear the news. May you draw strength from friends, family, and especially Jehovah the God of all Comfort. Your Brothers and Sisters back in Missouri are thinking and praying for your family.
Steve & Paulette Truitt
January 19, 2009
Hello Gary and Sandy,
Paulette and I just heard the news and feel so bad for you both! We want you to know you are in our prayers and please never forget to trust in our dear God Jehovah, the God of all comfort!
Steve
Sharon Gurule
January 17, 2009
Gary, Sandra and Heather:
It will be 2 weeks tomarrow that your precious daughter/sister passed away and it still doesn't seem real. I know in my head that this tragedy happened but in my heart it's so very hard to accept. As I keep finding pictures of her and see those big brown eyes and beautiful smile, it just breaks my heart! I do not know the pain you all are feeling, but I heard the pain in your voices, Sunday, January 4th when we talked on the phone when you found out Samantha had died. Then when we got to your house, I saw the pain you guys were in. I keep seeing the pain you all are in and I want to be there for you, but I also know there is nothing I can do to take this pain away. I keep remembering how you all would celebrate your Anniversary (Sept 7th) as a "FAMILY" day or family celebration and how excited the girls would get as the day would be fast approaching - you guys were a AWESOME family. Now, part of that family is missing - which explains the sadness I have seen and saw today when we were at your house. I am so sorry for your loss, and if there is anything I can do just to help make your day a little easier or just to give you a shoulder to cry on or give you a BIG HUG - please let me know, and I will keep calling just so you know we are here. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we LOVE you so much.
Sharon, Gerard and Isabella
Anonymous
January 17, 2009
Sam will always be loved as my little sister. I remember getting in trouble because I was putting makeup on Sammy Jo and fixing her hair and not playing with Leise. I remember watching her grow from a beautiful little baby to a beautiful teenager and thinking I am going to name my little girl after her. I remember housesitting with the girls on weekends their parents went out of town- how silly we would be.
We always had a special bond growing up, Sam and I. She was a younger version of me.
As I am writing this there are no words to express how I am feeling, only tears.
Samantha got her wittiness from her dad and her tenderness of heart and strength from her mother.
Even though time and people change those close to my heart always will be. Samantha and her family are close to my heart and a part of me will always be missing now.
Shermaine Guzman
January 16, 2009
Sandra,
My heart goes out to you and your family. As a mother I cannot imagine the loss you are dealing with, and it pains me to know you have lost your precious daughter. I didn't know Samantha but from everything I have read from others, she was a beautiful person with a good heart. I am so very sorry for your tremendous loss and I just wanted to let you know. Sincerely, Shermaine Guzman
Billy & Veronica Johnson
January 15, 2009
We can't be there physically during this sad time, but your family is in our hearts and our prayers. We have fond memories of fun times with the
Harvel family.
We love you dearly.
Guzman Steve & Brittany
January 12, 2009
I only wish I had gotten to know Sam better! I remember the first time I met Sam and Heather! We were at a wedding and there we all were dancing having a good time. I remember the last time I saw Sam at Victioria's graduation. This shows us all that we need to keep family as close as we can as we never know when we will never be able to talk or hug ever again. We are so sorry for your loss and we pray that you all have comfort soon. We love you all and please don't EVER hesitate calling us for anything. Please know that we are all here for you!
Megan Baldwin
January 12, 2009
I'm sorry for your loss. I remember when we were little and we would spend the nights together, Sam me and Amy. 12 years old and we used my mom's old makeup and painted our face's like clowns. I still have the pictures.
beth
January 12, 2009
You know and have faith in the resurrection. May Jehovah sustain you upon your duvan in which you lay and morn for your child. May you continue in your service to Jehovah so that you WILL see her again.
Gerie Vasquez
January 12, 2009
Gary, Sandra and Heather,
I am very sorry to learn about loss of Sam. This is a very difficult time for your family. You all are in my prayers. May we look to the hope of seeing her again where death will be no more. Love , Geri Vasquez, Jefferson City, Mo
Geri Vasquez
January 12, 2009
Gary, Sandra, and Heather,
I am very sorry to here about Sam. She will be missed greatly by every one. I know this is a very difficult time for all of you, and we can look forward to the ressurection hope. May Jehovah comfort you.
love,
Kristan & Mathew Jaramillo
January 12, 2009
Sam,
Hey girl I know we have had our rough times and you know Mat and I love you like a little sister. We are so sorry that this has happend to your family. We are glad you are in a better place but wish you were still here with us to live your life. you have touched so many lives and now we have memories of all this. You will be miss always.
Love ya girl.
Troy Alexander
January 12, 2009
Sammy, I've known you since you were born. I knew you through various stages of your growing up. I enjoyed getting to know you as the beautiful young lady you came to be. When you would come into the room, there was always a smile or laugh seconds away. The close relationship you had with your parents and the bond you had with your sister was as it was meant to be. I hope I live so that I may see you again. If so, perhaps we could all enjoy another 'Green Chile' meal.
william & beth Lane
January 12, 2009
we were so sad to hear about your loss. may you rely on Jehovah to sustain you in your time of sorrow
Craig & Jacque Hohenshell
January 11, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of the tragedy that your family has experienced, our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Rely on Jehovah to help you through these difficult times. 2Cor. 1:3,4 Isaiah 41:10
Kristen McFarland
January 11, 2009
I can't believe you are gone. It's been surreal around here. You were taken before your time. I know that you are in a better place and I know someday I will see you again. God Bless you and your family Sammy.
Sherryl Smith
January 11, 2009
Samantha,
I love you with all of my heart! You will always be by best friend even if you are not here! I will miss you very much. I love you and RIP. God bless you and your family.
Eva Salcido
January 11, 2009
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I didnt know Sam personaly i worked with her mother. I didnt have the opportunity to meet her but i have heard so many wonderful things about her. When i was in training Sandra was my trainer and she talked about her girls all the time. Her eyes would light up she is very proud of her girls. She shared how they came to Colorado from Missouri. I worked different shift then Sam I would see her come in the afternoon and she always be soo happy and always had that big smile on her face. She is going to be deeply missed.
Robert Carr
January 10, 2009
Sammy touched us from an early age. Who else do you know can bounce head first from 2nd story to the driveway, and laugh!! To say she will be missed is not enough. We should pray to see her once again at resurrection. To be able to watch her skate again, walk the beach again, and all the other things she did to leave her mark on so many. For those of use left behind it will be very difficult. But to her, it will be but a blink of an eye, and she'll be back with us. Let's look at her loss and the loss of our other dear friends as a call for us all to strengthen our faith and walk with Jehovah through these last days in order to once again be with our loved ones.
Sammy, we will meet again.
But for now, you are in my heart.
Shammis McQueen
January 10, 2009
Beautiful one
So sorry you had to leave us here on this earth to endure the pain now in our hearts. Your angel took you home to a better place far from here. One day I hope to see you again and talk for hours just like old time.
Mrs. Sandra May God’s love continues to shine upon you in this difficult time and beyond the hurt into remembrance.
The Pat Wengers
January 10, 2009
We want you to know we are thinking of you in your time of grief. Trust in Jehovah; He will sustain you through into the new system where such terrible sadness will NEVER happen. Love you guys.
Chris and Moe Mendoza
January 10, 2009
She will be missed! Very sorry to hear of her passing! Prayer's go out to her family.
Kat Johnson
January 10, 2009
Sam,was a beautiful, young woman. Her smile lit up the whole room. When I heard of her passing, I was beside myself for her and her family. My heart goes out to her family in this difficult time. Just remember her smiles!
Christopher Garcia
January 10, 2009
When I heard that Sam had passed away, I was in disbelief. I did not want to believe it. I tried to call and text her in hopes that it was just a mistake. When I finally found out that she had died in an accindent I was not in the best of moods for things. I have lost a really good friend and feel that we all have lost someone special to all of us. I will never forget her and will always remember her with the talks that we have had and the tattoo that I gave her.
Ronald, Roberta and Lily
January 10, 2009
We told Lily this morning about "Aunt Sammy's" accident. She was shocked of course, but what an amazing little one she is, for she countered the sadness with the joy that Sammy has met Jesus and that she now has her own personal angel watching over her. Right now she is preparing letters and pictures to send to Nana Sandra and Aunt Heather so that they won't be sad either. Only if we could all see with the eyes of a child. Peace be with you during this hard time. Our prayers are with you.
Guess Who
January 10, 2009
Samantha, she was a beautiful young woman inside and out, I was lucky enough to see this, she had a bright outlook on life, no matter "WHO" or what was trying to bring her down, it never worked, she ALWAYS kept her head high, rarely did she show any weakness for anything, I am one of the lucky ones who was truely able to see her beauty, to be able to see what made her truely "tick" to be able to see her imperfections and look past them as she did mine and to see what she was capable of, Samantha turned my world into all kinds of crazy fun, she made me realize things I might never had cared to look over about myself or the world around me, we were ALWAYS close no matter how far away we were from each other no matter WHO or what tried to come between the bond we had, we knew we could always count on the other to put a smile on our face, she told the truth no matter what. On a lighter note she could very well be the only girl to beat me in a wrestling match.
This is the Sammy I knew and this is the Sammy I will always remember.
Shari Colwell
January 10, 2009
I am a friend of heather's and I had just started gettin to know Sam. She was always laughing. My heart goes out to the family. Sam you will be dearly missed. Rest In Peace Gorgeous.
Johnny, Kim and Carter (Priest) Adkison
January 9, 2009
We were deeply saddened to hear of Sammie's death. I want to express our deepest sympathy to you all for your loss in this unspeakable tragedy. Our hearts are heavy in knowing you are experiencing a tremendous loss. No words can change what has happened, but please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May Jehovah be "the God of comfort" to you especially now in this most difficult time. I have so many wonderful memories of time with you and your beautiful daughters, Sandra. Please know we send our love and the deepest of sympathy.
Dawn Blochberger
January 9, 2009
Please know how much Sam and I are thinking of your family at this time and how our prayers mention you all by name. We shared times we remember as the girls were growing up, and are looking forward to seeing the girls ice skating together again in the new world. We love you
Hayley Grant
January 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Heather, I'm here if you need me, no matter what it is.
Bobby Harvel
January 9, 2009
Bobby Harvel
Robert Harvel, Sr.
Shawn Harvel
Very Sorry,You have our deepest Sympathies.
Donna & Mike Wodiuk
January 9, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Though we didn't get to know you well, we remember the love that you all had for each other and the good times you shared when you came to visit from MO. May Jehovah comfort you in your time of need. We will see Sam again soon in the resurrection.
Jenny Stieferman
January 9, 2009
Words are hard to find to express our feeling....the loss of a child is the hardest of all losses. May Jehovah continue to give you strength and comfort. Sincerely, Jenny, Ronci, Molly
Jonathan Newberger
January 9, 2009
Sam, you were my homie. we had some pretty damn good times at Comcast. on breaks and laughing alot. Im so sorry ill never get to see you again. you were truly one of the small select handful of people that were able to brighten anyones day with how awesome you were. im trying to make this as eloquent as possible from iraq as i can but basically all im sayin is i already miss you.
Lisa Phillips
January 8, 2009
I know Sam from her time at Comcast. I was in her new hire class and also video tech training. The thing I remember about her is that she always seemed so happy and was always smiling. She had a goofy sense of humor which made training a little more bearable. She seemed so optimistic about life which I admired about her. I know she loved her family very much and always talked about how her mom was her best friend. I'm so sorry for the loss of her and I pray that God brings comfort to your family to help you get through this terrible time.
John & Kassi Ridenhour
January 8, 2009
You all our in our prayers, as you are going through such a hard time. I really regret not be able to get with same a couple of months ago when she came back to Jef. Love you all hope you are ok!!!
Deb
January 8, 2009
with loving remembrance I look back on our pioneering days together - with the girls in tow. What a time we had! I thank Jehovah for all of you and all the good times together and am confident He will sustain you now.
Zachary Stieferman
January 8, 2009
I can not even to begin to tell you how sorry i am for you. I know that this can not be easy. Samantha was an amazing young woman. We were good friends when you lived here. We lost touch after that. now i'm wishing i had kept in touch. I will will have you all in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong.
David & Tina Scott
January 8, 2009
We were so sad upon hearing of Sammie's death. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rely on Jehovah and he will sustain you through this awful time. Always look ahead to the time when you can hold Sammie again and never again have to say good-bye. Rev. 21:3,4 Christian Love, David & Tina
Betsy Trevino
January 8, 2009
I am sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. Always keep in mind the wonderful hope of seeing Sam again in the paradise where sickness and death and sorrow will be no more.
Brooke Weed
January 8, 2009
I'm really sorry about Samantha, she will be missed. Just pray to Jehovah for strength and he will help you guys through this. You all are in everyone's prayers. We love you!
Mary Blochberger
January 8, 2009
I pray that Jehovah will give you the strength and comfort that only He can supply for the tragic loss of your dear daughter, Sam. I miss and love all of you. Please hang on to the hope of the resurrection when all of our lost dear loved ones will live again.
Danielle Glover
January 8, 2009
Samantha was one of my good friends. We shared so many great memories - everything from shopping to crying to laughing. She was a great friend who always brought a smile everyone's face. She impacted so many people's lives in so many different ways and will be missed. She was always there when you needed her.
My heart and prayers go out to her family and friends. Please know that Sam will always be remembered.
Marcie Kozlowski
January 8, 2009
To the Harvel family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Sam was a young amazing person. I worked with her at Comcast. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in this time of need.
Cairns Family
January 8, 2009
We were very saddened by the news of Sam. The girls will miss the time she spent with them. We will always remember her. Heather, we think of you often and are here for you anytime. May God Bless all of you.
Robert Snyder
January 8, 2009
Just wanted to say how sorry i am for ur loss. Sam was a great person and it seems that only the good die young. I give u the most sympathy and prayers from my heart. Im very sorry.
Sonia Dearman
January 8, 2009
We are terribly saddened. You are in our prayers and thoughts. The only comfort is from Jehovah.
Sonia Dearman
Tracy (McCollum) Ringsdorf
January 8, 2009
As you already know, my heart grieves with you as you deal with this horrific loss. Praying for you to have strengths through this entire situation.
Rachel Mondragon
January 8, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I had the pleasure to work with samatha at Comcast.
Jessica Varela
January 8, 2009
I am a friend of Heathers and I just wanted your family to know, my thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grief. May your memories bring your family comfort.
Laura (Weed) Payton
January 8, 2009
Gary, Sandra, Liesa, and Heather
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May Jehovah be with you and strengthen you during this difficult time.
Dan & Kathy Nilges
January 8, 2009
there would be so many memories to choose from but mostly having all the years we pioneered together, your daughters were the PERFECT pioneer babies. Remember tossing grapes back to Sammy and Heather and they would catch them like baby birds. Liese was the perfect big sister......The good times in our backyard BBQing, the pool parties and sleep overs. Our hearts are full of beautiful memories and we thank for for making us a part of your family for so many years. Jer 8:18
Kaye Cairns
January 8, 2009
I was so sorry to hear about the unexpected death of Sam. I am the grandmother of Sydney, Bella, Peyton and Savanah Cairns for whom Sam babysat. Sam would also bring Peyton to preschool where I work.
You all are in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve this sudden loss.
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