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Samantha "Sammy" Knostman |
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BORN: Friday January 22, 2010 SERVICE
Thursday February 28, 2013 VISITATION
Wednesday February 27, 2013 |
Samantha “Sammy” Knostman, age 3 of Rockwall, TX, passed away February 23, 2013. She was born January 22, 2010 in Dallas, TX, to Doug & Ann (Bahr) Knostman. Sammy attended Lake Pointe Church. She is survived by her parents; brothers: Bryan and Ben Knostman of Rockwall, TX; grandparents: Ronald & Ruth Bahr of Downers Grove, IL, and Bill Knostman of Troy, OH; uncles and aunts: David & Valerie Bahr, Tom & Katie Knostman, and Steve & Michele Knostman; and cousins: Greg, Steve, Patrick, Noah, Liam, Will, Charlie, George, Andrew and Benjamin. Sammy was preceded in death by her grandmother: Cathie Knostman. A memorial service will be held at 1:00pm, Thursday, February 28, 2013 at the Lake Pointe Church Auditorium, 701 E. I-30, Rockwall, TX 75087 with Pastor Steve Stroope officiating. There will be a Night of Remembrance on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at Rest Haven Funeral Home – Rockwall Chapel from 6:00 to 8:00pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the Samantha Knostman Memorial Fund at any Alliance Bank or to Children’s Medical Center, 1935 Medical District Drive, Dallas, TX 75235. |
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Condolences03-08-2013 Words cannot express my sorrow for you and your family. My prayers are with you. Sent by: Mary Smerko Smith03-07-2013 Carol, I am so sorry for your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. Sent by: Michael Gallops03-07-2013 Doug, Ann, Bryan and Ben, We will never forget Sammy, and we are here for you. Sent by: Tom and Katie Knostman03-05-2013 Doug and Ann, We have been praying for you every day since we heard. Please believe our prayers will be with you always. Sent by: Karen and Rick Lynch03-02-2013 Please know that the LOI team has carried a heavy heart for each of you since we heard the news. Our prayers for strength, restoration, redemption, and Christ's soon return will continue to be lifted up. Tim Cypert and the LOI team Sent by: Lost Orphans International03-01-2013 Doug, Ann, Bryan & Ben, We send our greatest condolences for your loss of Samantha. Our thoughts and prayers are and will always be with your family. Bryan's courage and heroism in the face of such a tragedy is an inspiration to us that words cannot describe. Samantha will always be in our hearts. Sent by: The McLendon Chisholm Fire Department02-28-2013 Doug, Ann, Bryan and Ben, Our hearts are heavy and weep with you for your loss, but find comfort in knowing that your angel is in the arms of God. Our continued prayers, love, and support is with you all. Sent by: Bruce and Judy Snider02-28-2013 Doug, Ann, Bryan and Ben, Our very deepest sympathy to each of you for your tremendous loss. Sammy was a beautiful child and brought so much joy into the lives of others she touched. Sadly, the scripture is true that states we are victims of "time and unforeseen occurrence befalling us all" and how much that hurts loved ones, particularly when it comes in the form of a tragedy. Jack and I remember you in our prayers and hope that your faith will help you to continue to rely on our heavenly Father to find the ability to cope just one day at a time right now. Remember, too, all those around you who are there for you. And most of all, don't forget we love you. Sent by: Connie and Jack Addington02-28-2013 Dear Ann & Family, Our hearts at RHHS are heavy as you experience this loss that we can not even imagine. Just know that I lift you up in prayer to our Gracious Father every day, as only He can comfort you during this time. God bless you all. Love in Christ, Sent by: Kathy Prichard02-28-2013 Ann, Doug and Boys, We are sadden to hear about Samantha. Your family is in our prayers. May God be with your family during this difficult time. Sent by: Mark Selby02-28-2013 Doug, Ann, Bryan and Ben, You are constantly in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. Please continue to lean on those you hold close to your heart. God has blessed you with an immense community of support and love. We are all here for you. In prayer, Sent by: Mike Frericks, Lori Parrish, Colton and Chandler Rashbrook02-28-2013 Doug, Ann, Bryan & Ben Our hearts are broken for your family. Please know that we are praying for your entire family and extended family. We know you are a strong family of faith and that God will get you through this. In His name, Sent by: Rod & Melissa Holland02-28-2013 I know there are no words good enough, but we are so sorry for your family's loss. We all love Sammy and will miss her deeply. Please know that there is not a day that goes by that we are not thinking of each of you and we continue to pray for ya'll daily. Sent by: Victor, Melissa, Madilyn, Vaydin and Milayna Maldonado02-27-2013 Ann, Doug and boys, Ashtyn and our family send our deepest condolences for your unfathomable loss. Your sweet little heavenly angel will be greatly missed at "Ms/Momma Sadi's" house on a daily basis. Lean not on your own understanding but rather on HIS love and allow this tragedy to somehow stregthen your faith in HIM and unconditional love for each other. Mathew 5 says that those who mourn will be comforted. May our Lord's grace and mercy show you peace and comfort like you have never felt. Our love and prayers are with you constantly. Family is forever! Sent by: Ashtyn Werth and Family02-27-2013 Knostman, Words can not express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. You are in my family's thoughts and prayers as you go through this painful time. God bless you and your family. "blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted" Matthew 5:4 Sent by: Brian Neely02-27-2013 Ann, Doug and sons, I cannot imagine what you are going through and find it difficult to give any advice other than be strong. The support and love you give each other during this tragic time will help pull you all through so you can continue your journey as a family in this unpredictable world. My children and I send our love and regret not being there to personally express our sorrow. Love, Sent by: Christina, Thibaud & Dennis Smerko02-27-2013 To The Knostman Family, My daughter goes to school with you son and told me of you family's unfathomable loss. I am so touched and devastated for your family. God uses tragedy and heartbreak to change us for the better. He does not let us suffer for nothing, believe that something great will come from this, the light is always brightest in the darkest places. Your tragedy has made me rethink about getting a pool (my husband and I were just talking about it last week) and have now discussed extra saftey precautions we weren't considering before if we do. So perhaps your beautiful ray of sunshine is already saving others, making people think about how fragile life is, reminding us that life is a gift, not a promise. Grieve as long and as deeply as you need to, you don't owe anything to anyone, you don't need to be strong, you don't need to understand, all you need is love and faith. May God wrap his arms around all of you and hold you close as you begin your journey towards healing. “There is no foot too small that it cannot leave an imprint on this world.” Sent by: D. Lee02-27-2013 Your family has been in our constant thoughts and prayers and will continue to be for the days, weeks and months ahead. Praying that you will feel God's presence at this most difficult time! Sent by: David & Cynthia Braden02-27-2013 Dearest Ann and family, I have no words that can lessen the depth of your loss. All I can say is that you are all being lifted up in prayer for God's loving arms to encircle and carry you through this time of such great sadness. Ann, you are in the hearts of your RHHS family and we all share in your grief. God bless you now and in the days ahead. Much love, Sent by: Demetra Pennington02-27-2013 Doug and Ann, I know we don't know each other too well but we are great friends with many of your friends and we are all devastated by your loss. May your faith in God and beautiful memories of your sweet daughter bring you peace. In Him, Sent by: Doug,Terri, Jack, Sam and Abby Bowerman02-27-2013 Doug, Ann, Bryan and Ben, We are thinking of you and praying that you feel God's arms around you in this very difficult time. We're so sorry for your loss. Psalm 147:3 - He heals the broken hearted, binding up their wounds. Sent by: Elissa and Nathen Stover02-27-2013 We would like to express our sadness for the loss of Sammy. This tragedy has really touched our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sent by: Jack and Becky Birdsong02-27-2013 Our hearts broke at the terribly sad news of Sammy's passing. May God walk with you and comfort you through this very difficult time. Please know that each one of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sent by: John, Kathy, Jonathan, Joe & Julie Molinar02-27-2013 We are so sorry and saddened for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Sent by: Kameron and Sean Wilson02-27-2013 We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers. Sent by: Kay, Steve & Will Orr02-27-2013 Ann, Doug and Boys, Deepest condolences and prayers for your family. All of us from your RHS family are praying for you. We were so blessed to have you as a part of our RHS family for years and we are here to support you any way that we can. Lots of love and hugs, Sent by: Kim McKenzie, RHS02-27-2013 Ann and Family ~ My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. Praying God will shower you with his comfort and peace during the days ahead. Sent by: Lisa Jayroe, RHHS family02-27-2013 Dear Doug, Ann and boys, We are lifting each of you in our continued prayers and thoughts during this very sad and difficult time. Our most heartfelt condolences, Sent by: Lynn and Laurey West02-27-2013 Doug, Ann, Bryan and Ben, There are no words that can express the sorrow that we feel. Find comfort in knowing that your friends and family here are praying for you and your boys. Since hearing the news, you have been in our prayers constantly. Love and Comfort to all of you. Sent by: Marc and Jeanne Clark and family02-27-2013 Doug and Ann, I haven't been able to stop thinking about you ever since hearing the news about your sweet little Sammy. My heart breaks for you and your boys, even though I know she is safely in the arms of Jesus. Our prayers are with you for comfort and peace. Mita, Bob, Tony, Andy, Alyssa, Alana Wickham Sent by: Mita Wickham and family02-27-2013 There are no soothing words, but there are numerous prayers being said for your entire family. We are lifting you all up daily and will continue to do so for many, many months ahead. Love and blessings~ Sent by: Paul and Shannon Sharp02-27-2013 Doug & Ann, Your family is in our prayers, our deepest condolences. Sincerely, Randy and Kelly Sent by: Randy Carpenter and Family02-27-2013 Ann, Doug and boys, Shane and I cannot express how heavy our hearts are for your loss. We have little words and only prayers of hope for you. Prayers that you have peace in your heart knowing precious Sammy is in the arms of our Lord. Sent by: Shanna and Shane Brewer and kids02-27-2013 Doug, Ann, Bryan and Ben, Words are insufficient to express the depth of my grief for your family. You are such a light to those around you and Sammy was no different. I will remember her laugh and giggles and the joy that surrounded her. I love you all and am praying peace and comfort over you now and in the days and months ahead. May God surround you with love and mercy until you see Sammy again with her heavenly father. With love, Sent by: Shannon Carmody02-27-2013 Doug & Ann, I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart aches at the mere thought of what your family is going through. Please know that you are in our prayers. May God's grace be with you. Tammy Farmer Sent by: The Farmer Family02-27-2013 Sweet Knostman family....my heart is breaking right now. I cannot even believe that I'm reading your sweet daughter's name on a page like this. We will never understand, on this side of Heaven, why this happened. Please know that Ben and I are praying for you in the days ahead.... {Jeremiah 29:11} With love... Sent by: The Gillaspie Family02-26-2013 Praying you feel God's presence and that you find strength and comfort in Him. Sent by: a Lake Pointe member02-26-2013 Doug, Ann, Bryan and Ben: My heart breaks for you all. I am devasted by this news and will keep you all in my thoughts for now and always. Love, Sent by: Amy Eaker02-26-2013 I was one of Sammy's nurses in the ER, and wanted you to know how our hearts are broken for your family. Your angel touched me like no other patient ever has, and I will forever remember her sweet face. There are no words sufficient, so all I can offer is, I'm so very sorry. Bunni, RN Sent by: Bunni Mayfield02-26-2013 Words cannot express the sadness in my heart for the loss of your Sammy. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sent by: Dora Stiegelmar02-26-2013 There are no words that can comfort your grief and sadness over the unimaginable tragedy that has befallen your family. Sammy was so adored and loved during her short time here, and will be forever adored and loved. Our family loves you all and mourns with you. Sent by: Guy & Margie, and Matt Rupp02-26-2013 Ann, I know you and I do not know each other well, but that does not in any way make my concern for you and your family any less heartfelt. There are no words that can express the sorrow that is in my heart for you and your family. Please know that you are in my prayers. God Bless you all. Sent by: Jane Bach02-26-2013 Dear Ann, Doug, Brian and Ben,Words cannot express the devestating grief I feel over the tragic loss of your precious Sammy. It seems only yesterday when you announced your new, soon to be born addition at Shannon. You are an incredible, nuturing family. Brian and Ben were some of my best and favorite students... so responsible, compassionate, and caring for others. Know my love and prayers are with you now, and in the days, weeks, and months which lie ahead."He is the lifter of our heads."
Lifting each of you up... with much love,
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