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Sarah Plese Obituary

PLESE, SARAH LYNNE She was a loving mother, wife and a dedicated teacher. On April 9, 2005 Sarah Lynne Plese passed away. She leaves behind her husband Stan, and their two children, Alyssa, age five, and Nicholas, age three. Sarah was born on March 14, 1972 in San Diego, California, the first child of Wayne and Judith Cherry. After graduating from high school in 1990 she left her home in San Diego for college at the University of California in Santa Barbara. Sarah excelled in her studies, and eventually earned a degree in Comparative Literature with honors in 1994. After Santa Barbara, Sarah continued her education at Claremont College. She studied to become a teacher, earning a Master's degree in education in 1995. In 1996, while attending Claremont College, Sarah met Stan and the couple quickly fell in love. They were married on July 27 of that year, and settled in Upland. There, they enjoyed their lives together and started a family. Sarah became a devoted mother, and loved her children beyond all else. Apart from her life at home, Sarah had been teaching since she finished school. In 2000, she began teaching at Alta Loma High School in Upland. She was not there long, but developed a passion for her students and her profession. Sarah is gone from our world, but she will never be forgotten. Her life was too short, and her parting was sudden, but she will always remain in our hearts. Memorial Services will be held at the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Upland on Wednesday, April 13, at 4 p.m.Please sign the guest book at obituaries.uniontrib.com

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Apr. 13, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Sarah Plese

25 Entries

Ann Aydelotte

April 20, 2005

Dear Wayne, John, Stephanie and the Plese family,

We were so sorry and shocked to hear of Sarah's passing. We extend our deepest sympathy to all of you. We fondly remember community, school, sport and scouting events in our San Carlos community with the Cherry family. Our thoughts, love and prayers are with all of you. We believe Sarah and Judy are now together in God's care.

The Aydelotte family-- John, Ann, Stephanie, Derek and Kelley.

Amy Reynoso (Mack)

April 18, 2005

Dear Stan and The Cherry Family,

My family and I wanted to send our deepest sympathy for your loss. I have happy memories of seeing Sarah and the Cherry family at school gatherings and family parties. I was honored to be able to see Sarah in the hospital after the birth of Alyssa just glowing and laughing at the fact that Ann and Maureen had purchased the exact same outfit for the baby at different times. The only thing that brings us peace right now is to know that Sarah will live on forever in our hearts and that she is with Judy in heaven. Love and Prayers, Amy Reynoso

Kara Morales (Vinson)

April 17, 2005

Dear Mr. Cherry, John, Stephanie, and Sara’s husband, Stan:

My deepest sympathies are with you. Although I haven’t had any contact with you for years, it was a shock to see Sara’s picture in the paper. It hurts when someone who is such a beautiful person and so young dies. It brought back memories of picnics and other events when we were kids. She was so beautiful, inside and out. I still remember her kindness when I was in high school and trying to decide where to go to school. I visited her at Santa Barbara and she took me to a class with her – she was a very gracious hostess. Please know that there are so many people thinking about your family and praying for you, more than you could know.

Letty Lewis

April 17, 2005

Dear Cherry and Plese Families,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

We were deeply saddened by your loss. May you find new strength and peace of heart at this difficult time and may your precious Sarah forever remain the light in your eyes and the smile in your hearts.

Letty and Rick Lewis

Paola (Aste) Gale

April 16, 2005

Stan, Alyssa, Nicholas and Cherry Family:

We feel this loss so very deeply. Sarah was a beautiful, kind, loving, and intelligent human being. She blessed our lives with her optimism and humor. We feel so very fortunate to have known her. She will forever live on in our hearts and minds. Please know that we are praying for you during this difficult time. We love you!

Jeanne Hoffman

April 16, 2005

Dear Stan and Cherry Family -

I worked with Sarah at Ontario High School. She was a delightful, intellegent and warm young lady. She always brightened my day with her positive outlook. My prayers are with you in your time of sorrow....May God continue to show His Love to you in many ways.

David and Erica Waugh

April 15, 2005

To the Cherry Famliy, We are all so sorry for your loss. Friends of John Cherry from Miramar.

Curt and Judy McCarty

April 15, 2005

Please accept our sincere condolences for your tragic loss. We shared the carpool with the Cherry family and Sarah was always a delight. She grew into a lovely young lady and it's hard to accept she's gone. Our prayers are with Sarah's family, especially the children.

Beth & Daniel Lewis

April 15, 2005

Dear Cherry and Plese Families, and all of Sarah's students:

Our hearts are broken because we know you are suffering right now with so much grief and shock. We can only hope that the outpouring of love for Sarah and the support of family and friends will help you in some small way to get through this most harrowing time. Be kind to yourselves, and patient, while finding pride in the woman Sarah was and the amazing choices she made to be a kind and productive contributor to the world. She will continue to inspire.

Love,

Beth and Daniel

Sarah Bobenhouse

April 14, 2005

To the Cherry and Plese familys:

I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. I had the pleasure of attending Jr. High & High School with Sarah, and fondly remember studying together for French class. I extend my deepest sympathy and prayers to all of her family, as I know she will be dearly missed by many.

Alicia (Jansen) Chaffin

April 14, 2005

I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear about Sarah's passing. She and I were best friends in the 6th grade and through junior high. Those days seem like yesterday in so many ways and she has always held a special place in my heart. Sarah was a beautiful person and although we hadn't seen each other for many years I often thought of her. To the Cherry and Plese families, I am praying for comfort for you and for God's strength to lift you up. I know how hard it is to loose someone so important in your life. Sarah will always be a special friend to me.

Reggie Sadler

April 14, 2005

I had the priveledge of knowing Sarah since she was only 4 years old. Her parents, Wayne & Judy moved to our street in 1976.

The services in Ontario on Wednesday were a wonderful tribute to the great woman Sarah was. I was amazed to see how many lives she's impacted in only 33 short years.

On behalf of the Sadler Family (Larry, Muriel, Reggie, Clif & Verta) we extend our deepest condolces to the Cherry & Plese families!

Kristy and Tyler Hunter

April 14, 2005

I worked with Sarah in the English Department at Alta Loma High School. Her intelligence radiated our Friday morning collaboration meetings. She is deeply missed by her department, other colleagues, and many students on the Alta Loma campus. To her family, we are so sorry for your loss. Your family and children are in our thoughts and prayers.

Renate Seiler

April 14, 2005

To the Cherry and Plese family:

I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. While I did not know Sarah personally, I did work with her father and knew her mother. I remember when she went away to school and when she was married. She accomplished so much in such a short time and seems like such a remarkable young woman. My prayers are with you all.

Kate McCarty Mount

April 13, 2005

Dear Cherry & Plese Families,

I am so sorry for your loss. My brother Dwight & I grew up with Sarah and remember her clearly and fondly. Our hearts are with all of you and especially her beautiful children. Please know that she is remembered & loved still by many, many people.

Gene & Judy Haiar

April 13, 2005

To the Cherry and Plese families. Our thoughts are with each and everyone of you. We are deeply sadden by your lost.

With deepest sympathy,

Sue & Bill Price

April 13, 2005

Stan,

We did not get to know you and Sarah very well, but you were great neighbors at Upland Hills. Our hearts go out to you and the kids. You will be in our prayers.

Sue & Bill Price

gwen archambeault

April 13, 2005

sarah went to school with my daughter, glory. you are in our hearts and prayers. we truly understand what you are going through. gwen and glory

Daniel Segura (Ontario High School Alumni, Class of 2000)

April 13, 2005

May God Bless the Cherry and Plese Families. Mrs. Plese was an influential teacher who guided me at a pivotal point in my adolescent life. She was a role model, a mentor, whom, with her patience and her passion for teaching, contributed to the well being of society. She will truly be missed; however, I rest assured that she is in a better place. May God bless you all and keep you all close to his heart.

Chuck Hansen

April 13, 2005

I did not have the honor to know this young lady, but I did know her parents when the three of us worked at Kaiser. I was also childhood friends with her uncle. She was obviously a person of quality and I am greatly saddened to hear of her passing. My best wishes to all her family.

Twila Warm

April 13, 2005

Please accept my sincere condolences at this sad and sorrowful time. My prayers are with the entire Plese and Cherry families.

EVELYN RUIZ

April 13, 2005

WORDS CAN NOT EXPRESS MY SYMPATHY FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN. STAN YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY PRYERS.

YOUR FRIEND,

EVELYN

Thomas & Grace Sayer

April 13, 2005

May God hold her in his hands...

Tracy

April 13, 2005

I did not have the honor of knowing Mrs. Plese, but was in awe of all that she accomplished. Along with that, she obviously touched many lives that will continue to touch others, like a ripple in a pond. My prayers, condolences, and thanks go to all of her family, friends and students.

Alta Loma High Student

April 12, 2005

To her family and friends, sorry for your loss. I didn't know her personally but, I went to Alta Loma High School and I remember the students mentioning her name. Just know that she's in a better place now.

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