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Amber Nagel Obituary
Amber passed away on 5/1/12 after putting up a courageous 5 year fight against melanoma. Amber was born and raised in Reno and graduated from Hug High School. She was the dog whisperer and animal rescuer to many in the Reno and Sparks area as she was the grooming manager at PETCO and loved all her furry clients as well as their owners. Amber enjoyed life, played hard and loved passionately. She will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to know her but no one will miss her more than her mother and two sisters.
Amber is survived by her mother Sharon Nagel, her two sisters Audra Davis and Tonya Moore, and her nephew Davis Moore and niece Hailee Moore.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday May 12th at the Summit Christian Church located at 7075 Pyramid Way, Sparks, NV 89436. The celebration of Amber's life will be immediately following.
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Peggy and Baby
Peggy Puralewski
June 1, 2012
Hi Amber, I'm Peggy, I'm the one who took Baby. I never met you but I was the one crying like a new born at your service. Listening to what everyone had to say about you really changed my life. I want you to know how much you've changed my life, the way I treat people. I was always polite and respectful, but now I mean it. haha. You are so loved! That's how I want to be remembered too. You are an amazing woman and my life is better for knowing about you! I'm grateful I have Baby as a daily reminder of strength and love. I'll see you when I go home too.
George/Debbie Ureta
May 14, 2012
Dear Sharon & Family, It has been such a long time since we have seen you. So sad to hear of Amber's passing. She was such a sweet girl and took such wonderful care of our pets. We have wonderful memories of her as a little girl and the good times we had.
Our Deepest Sympathy to All of you.
Mark/Margie Berglund
May 11, 2012
Our sympathy goes out to Amber's family. We had the pleasure of knowing Amber as she took care of three of our pets over many years...she was truly a Dog Whisperer. "Auntie Amber" is now in heaven taking care of Comet & Haley and will be very missed by Thor.
Theresa Cox
May 11, 2012
Sharon, Audra, Tonya and family; it's been a very long time since I've seen any of you and I'm so sad to learn of Amber's passing. I still recall a cutie pie little girl playing in our neighborhood. She grew up to be quite an extraordinary woman and I can't tell you how sorry I am for your loss.
I hate cancer!!! (My Mom and I are both survivors of it~ but it's taken my uncle and grandpa, and my step Dad Lynel Cunningham is now fighting it too. That said, cancer can never EVER take away Amber's love or spirit away.
Here's a poem that I hold very dear:
Cancer is so limited...
It cannot cripple love.
It cannot shatter hope.
It cannot corrode faith.
It cannot eat away peace.
It cannot destroy confidence.
It cannot kill friendship.
It cannot shut out memories.
It cannot silence courage.
It cannot reduce eternal life.
It cannot quench the Spirit.
Much love always,
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sue rissler
May 9, 2012
Amber i was so lucky 2 have the pleasure of knowing you and workn w you for my 5 years at petco. you were one of a kind and even on your worse day you had a smile. i admired you! my prayers and thoughts go out to your family... FOREVER REMEMBERD AND MISSED... RIP my friend
Chris Segal
May 8, 2012
To Amber's family,
I am truly saddened by Amber's death. amber was a great friend; she was an amazing person. She was always so kind, thoughtful and considerate. She had a good heart.
Her passing will not only leave a void in our lives, but in the hearts of everyone who knew her. Amber's memory will always remain deep within my heart. She will surely be missed.
Praying that you'll be comforted by the many thoughts of love sent your way and by the countless prayers of those who care.
May you find peace in his presence as he gives you strength for today and hope for tomorrow.
My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you.
With deepest sympathy,
Chris Segal & family
Debbie Johnson
May 8, 2012
Amber.....you really were one of the most loving, caring, kindest, "big hearted" people I have ever known.. You were so special to my "kids"....no one could have ever groomed and tamed your "Tobers" like you did (thank goodness, you have taught him some manners for Ashley!!). Our prayers and thoughts go out to your family...may your journey continue!!
Love, Debbie, Jeremy, and the "kids - Toby and Shelby
May 7, 2012
For Amber's Mother, Sisters, & Entire Family:
My husband and I are so saddened that Amber has lost her valiant battle against Melanoma. We were very lucky to meet Amber at PETCO when trying to find someone who could clip our dogs toenails. Referring to Amber as the dog whisperer was an understatement. Our 16 year old ShihTzu is a nightmare to groom, or was until he met Amber. She seemed to understand him and was able to make the entire process bearable for him and us. Amber truly was a very special person and all of us who were lucky enough to spend time with her, ACHE for your loss. Our deepest sympathy. Ralph, Pam & Henry (Shihtzu)
Jill Wyatt-Gail
May 7, 2012
Amber your time on Earth was much too brief. You were as beautiful on the inside as on the outside. Your warmth and generosity touched everyone who knew you. I love and miss you my dear friend. Sharon, Audra and Tonya you are in my prayers.
Pam
May 7, 2012
Audra, my heart is with you now and always. Amber is a bright light that will always shine and an inspiration to all. My condolences to you, mom, sister and extended family. I love you and keep you in my prayers.
Breezy Leary
May 7, 2012
Sharon, I am very saddened to hear the passing of your daughter. I remember her as a young girl when you and I worked at the Onlsow. It's heart breaking to lose a child, both of our children will be looking over us.
Breezy
Terri
May 6, 2012
I will forever think of you and remember what an amazing woman you were. You were family not only to my animals but to me too. The "kids" will miss your tender but firm touch when they are groomed and I'm sure they will miss you too, I'm not sure anyone will ever truly replace you. Give Wynonna hugs from all of us! Until we meet at the bridge know that we loved you.
Terri, Casper, Sierra & Cutie
Kathy and Clayton
May 6, 2012
What a fighter. She will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing Amber. I will miss her at family functions,even when sick she was the life of the party. Hug and kisses to Sharon,Audra, Tonya,Davis and Hailee.
Ted & Vivian Williams
May 6, 2012
I Love You Amber! My heart is broken for the loss of such a beautiful person, and at the same time my Heart is Filled for having you in my life, you weren't just my neighbor, you were my family, you were Aunty Amber to all my babies, and now you are taking care of them again along with Wynonna, You are one of God's Special children, you no longer have to feel pain or suffering, You are Free My Special Angel, You Are Free!
Sharon, Audra, and Tonya I keep you all in my prayers.
Debbie Black
May 6, 2012
I will miss you Amber. Your heart was full of love, your smile was huge, and your hugs were always welcomed. Rest in peace my friend. Sharon, Audra, Tonya and family she is your guardian angel.
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