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Sarah A. Marietta, an exuberant and kind young woman, passed away March 5, 2012. While her classic, physical beauty drew notice, it was her loving and accepting spirit that captured hearts. She was 22. Sarah graduated from Lewis-Palmer High School in 2008. A Peace and Justice major, she attended Regis University in Denver, where she served as President of the dance team. She planned a future that would combine promoting social justice awareness and her love of performers and performing. Sarah excelled at volleyball, playing at the club, school (Lewis-Palmer), and college (Scripps) levels. An accomplished dancer, Sarah recently discovered aerial fabric performance, devoting countless hours to her art. She loved sand volleyball, rock climbing, and dancing of any form, to include ballet, salsa, and swing. Sarah is survived by her parents, Tony and Valerie Marietta, grandfather Ed Rubick, grandmother Esther Marietta (Indianapolis), uncles Vaughn Rubick (Keri) Sioux City, Iowa, Van Rubick, and Vern Rubick (Dawn), and aunt Donna Purichia (Indianapolis). Swan-Law Funeral Directors is coordinating details. The funeral service will be held Thursday, March 15, 10:00 a.m. at the USAF Academy Catholic Chapel. A reception will follow at the Falcon Club (Officers' Club). A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 17, 11:00 a.m. at St. John Francis Regis Chapel, Regis University, 5198 Lowell Blvd, Denver. Reception to follow. Sarah treasured her time tutoring a wonderful Somali refugee. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to: Regis University, 3333 Regis Blvd, Mail Stop B16, Denver, CO 80221. Please write: "Wings for Refugee Children" on the memo line and Regis will ensure that your donation aids these incredible children.

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Published by The Gazette from Mar. 13 to Mar. 14, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
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Chris Sweeney

August 9, 2012

Tony and Val, we heard a while back of the loss of Sarah. We are sorry that we did not express our sympathy at the time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your healing process! God Bless!

Carol Cox

April 3, 2012

Dear Tony and Val,
I am at a lost as to what words to write to help your hearts fill Sarah's void. But know that all of you are in my thoughts & prayers in hopes that it will help you through each day. Not having met her, Sarah sounds like the daughter you can't help but be proud of. Even though I am in Indy, please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
Carol Queisser Cox
(high school classmate of Tony's)

Helen Prescott

March 28, 2012

Dear Tony & Val,
Anne Marie at PPAR e-mailed me to tell me the very sad news of Sarah. There are no words that can begin to comfort you but you both are in my prayers. May God be with you both during your time of sorrow.

Mike Davis

March 20, 2012

Tony and Val,
We were so sad to hear of Sarah. May the beginning of each new day bring healing and peace to help ease your sorrow. Our sweetest memory of Sarah was when Sarah and Brandi played volleyball in Florida when they were 12. I can still see them dancing in the streets at the Magic Kingdom. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Mike, Mary, Brandi and Cassie Davis

Ellen Gonzalez

March 20, 2012

I am so sorry to read this as I cannot say I know you all, but was looking for a childhood friend who I think is the mother. I knew a Valerie Rubick in elementary school and when googling that name came across this. My heart just breaks for you all, and though I do not know the circumstances I do know that she is with our Heavenly Father. I know this grief is fresh, and if this is the same Valerie, remember your friend Ellen from Mrs. Hayden's class is thinking of you.

Jim Miret

March 19, 2012

Tony and Val,
I am so sorry for your loss. I wish you strength thru this painful time. You are in my thoughts.

Jim Miret
Front Range Volleyball Club

jack Gronlund

March 19, 2012

Dear Tony and Valerie - I was at the So-Cal Qualifier when I heard the news from Verlyn Rosenthal - Coached at CSCS and now at CO CHRISTian. I'm so sorry for your loss. As I have 2 daughters I can't even imagine the pain you must be in right now.

I really don't know the right words to say top express my sympathies - I really liked Sarah and thought she was a great kid with a great future and just reading all the things she was doing at Regis - WOW, all the reason that it's even more shocking as she was doing so many good things.

I don't know if this would help your pain but I have saved a few of the videosI had on Sarah and would be honored to compile them on a DVD for you and get them to you if you would like them. Just let me know along with your address and I'll get it done for you right away.

May GOD Bless you and keep you always.

Respectfully, Jack Gronlund

McPhaul Family

March 18, 2012

Our prayers are with you

Randy & Betsey Niebuhr

March 18, 2012

tony and valerie, so sorry to hear about sarah....our thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Chris Warfield(clovicko)

March 16, 2012

Tony and Val- My heart goes out to you, and I am so sorry for your loss.

Larry and Ginny Fischer

March 15, 2012

There are no words to express our sorrow for your loss. May God put his loving arms around you and your family in troubling time. We will always remember her smiling face.

Linda Gruno

March 15, 2012

Je souffre pour vous. J'ai adoré Sarah cher. Elle restera dans mes souvenirs pour toujours. Que votre fille chérie reste en paix. I loved Sarah dearly. I feel a great loss. I am honored to have known her. It was a great pleasure.
Best,
Linda Gruno

Jo Nestor

March 15, 2012

Tony,
I've never met your lovely daughter, but being a parent, I can only imagine the pain you and your wife are enduring. May your faith and time bring you comfort and healing. You will be in my prayers

Doug Baron

March 15, 2012

Some of us live a lifetime and light nor a candle....

Sarah Anne built bonfires that will glow forever and light our paths.

God Bless
Doug and Sharon Baron class of 70

Melissa Sweeney

March 14, 2012

Tony and Val...You are in my thoughts and prayers. It was so many years ago that I coached Sarah @ 12's for Match Point, but she truly left an imprint on my heart and knowing her was a blessing. She will be deeply missed.

Coach Rick Swan

March 14, 2012

Tony and Val, It breaks my heart to hear about the loss of Sarah. She was such a wondeful and beautiful young lady. I always enjoyed the times I shared with her and how I wish I had the opportunity to have been her coach. I know she will be deeply missed as she has left this earth way too soon. My hearts and prayers will be with you and your family.

Debra Brunger

March 14, 2012

Tony & Val:
I am so heartbroken to hear of your loss, I wasn't priviliged to know Sarah, but heard of her through Lacey and Justin what a wonderful beautiful person she was!! Lacey's tales of the trip to Vegas for Sarah's 21st Birthday. Sarah was a wonderful and fun companion to Lacey in Justin's absence. I was given the opportunity to meet Sarah and the both of you once, and remember the kindness and warm embrace you showed us.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Marietta & Rubick family.

Caren Hunt

March 14, 2012

Tony, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. The world will surely miss such a talented, beautiful and caring girl. My thoughts are with you and your family.

March 14, 2012

Val and Tony:

Unspeakably sad news.

I am at a complete loss for words except to pray for you and Sarah Anne.

Bill Kubida

Sally Pagano

March 14, 2012

No words can express how sorry we are for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. Sarah was such a beautiful and amazing girl. She will be greatly missed. Always, Sally & Jim Pagano

Roger and Sharon Hill

March 13, 2012

Val and Tony, we are so sorry to hear about Sarah. Words are so inadequate. We will always remember her sweet smile and her beauty, inside and out.

Jennifer Rubick

March 13, 2012

Valerie and Tony,
My heart aches for you. I have so many was fond memories of Geoffrey and Sarah. She was a light in any room she entered.

Becky Kogler

March 13, 2012

Tony and Val,
Love. Peace. Joyful memories.
I will see you Thursday. Hugs.
In our hearts and prayers,
Becky, Jim, and Kate

Alys Veal

March 13, 2012

Tony and Val:I am so sad to hear of your loss. I wasn't priviliged to know Sarah, but heard of her through Tony's tales of trips to go see her play volleyball. I will add my prayers to the many who are with you in thoughts and prayers at this time

Rachel Nielson

March 13, 2012

Dear Tony and Family,

You are on my mind and in my prayers. Tony, you have been a bright light to others in the Colorado Real Estate community. I remember several years ago you beaming about your beautiful daughter and her volleyball and other accomplishments. I am so sorry for your family's great loss. May God comfort and bless you, Valerie and your family.

Tim and Dineen (Conboy) Hass

March 13, 2012

Tony and Val, Dan just told us of your sad loss. We never saw Sarah grown up but with you two as parents, We can only imagine how wonderfully "made" she was!! Please know that we grieve with you and love you both from afar! Tim and Dineen

John Verardo

March 13, 2012

Tony and Val, we are so saddened to hear the passing of Sarah. May God be with you both and your family..You all will be in our daily prayers...John and Sue Verardo

Cara Gugat Havenar

March 13, 2012

I don't know if this will ever seem real to me. We loved Sarah as our sister growing up and cherish all the birthdays, dinners, Wood Avenue walks, trips, and more that our families spent together. How I would love to see her again! As a mother now, I can not imagine the depth of your loss, Tony and Val. May Sarah's newfound peace bring some comfort to you and to all of us she now smiles down upon. We love you!

March 13, 2012

Val and Tony, may God keep you close and comfort you in this difficult time. Our family is praying for His healing touch to surround you. Sarah was a beautiful young lady, I am sure her smile will brighten the heavens. All our love, Amy and Leslie.

Eric & Lisa Pegler

March 13, 2012

Tony and Val,
Our Heart aches for you at this difficult time. Our 3 year old son passed away 4 months ago so we can relate to your pain.
May the God of all comfort surround you with his love.

Susie Foote

March 13, 2012

Dear Tony and Val,

There are no adequate words.....I am truly blessed to have had the opportunity to know your wonderful Sarah through St. Peter...May God hold you and comfort you during this unimaginable time and beyond...we will continue to lift you up in prayer. Susie Foote and Family

Tooey & Carole Emery

March 13, 2012

Dear Val and Tony,
No words are sufficient...may the Lord, in time, give you Peace. God bless you.

Nancy Plunk

March 13, 2012

Tony and Val,
So very sorry for your loss. May God bless you at this difficult
time.

Becky Bausch

March 13, 2012

Tony and Val,
I can't image your heartache. I will hold on to my daughter extra tight tonight in memory of yours.
Becky Bausch

Brian Conboy

March 13, 2012

Dear Tony and Val,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your Sarah. God bless you all. Love you guys, Brian

March 13, 2012

Tony and Valerie,

I am so sorry for your loss. Sarah was a beautiful human being. I loved being her teacher. She was always such a great kid. You will be in my constant thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if you ever need anything. Sincerely, George Douthit

John Soltis

March 13, 2012

Dear Tony & Val, This is so hard to believe. Tony, I remember so well our last conversation when you talked so proudly of Sarah and her accomplishments. Thank God that you and Val have your precious memories to comfort you during this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family.
Sincerely, John Soltis

March 13, 2012

Tony and Val,
I am so sorry for your loss. Sarah's infectious smile and pure sweetness always brightened my day. She was a great kid.
Sandi Brandl, LPHS

Murat Watson All american track Northern Colorado

March 13, 2012

Sarah you were a great person , growing up with you since elementary school . Ill see you one day in heaven friend .

Ann Heiring

March 12, 2012

My deepest sympathies to you and your family during your time of such heartbreaking loss. With sincere condolences.

Kristen and Josh Tyler

March 12, 2012

Tony and Val, We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of Sarah. You are in our thoughts and if there is anything you need, please let us know.

Joanna Thompson

March 12, 2012

Dear Tony and Family,
I am so sorry to hear your your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Michael Labout

March 12, 2012

Dear Tony and Val, We were so very sorry to hear about Sarah and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you both. Please know that we are here if you need anything. God Bless, Michael and Laurie Labout

Caren Swales

March 12, 2012

Val and Tony -
We have videos of Sarah and Whit playing puppets in our living room on Cresta Road...giggling girls!
You three are gentle on my mind.
Love - Caren

March 12, 2012

Dear Tony & Family,
My heart goes ou to you and your family during this difficult time. There is no greater loss than the loss of a child. Please know you are in my thoughts & Prayers,
Gloria Johnson
ERA Herman Group Real Estate

Patsy Henderson

March 12, 2012

We are sincerely sorry for your loss. Doug and Patsy Henderson

Janet Glock

March 12, 2012

Fred and I and the girls want to express our deepest sympathy to you both and let you know that you are in our prayers. We have been thinking back on all the happy memories with you and Sarah in both gymnastics and volleyball. May God bless you and bring you comfort.
Fred and Janet Glock and the girls

Lisa O

March 12, 2012

Thank you for touching me with your kindness and sense of humor <3

Carrie Katona

March 12, 2012

Tony and Val,
My prayers are with you. I will always cherish the memories of Sarah; from playing volleyball with her to our trip to Disney World.
~Carrie Katona

Sherrie Sanchez

March 12, 2012

My deepest condolences to you and your family. I did not have the opportunity to meet Sarah, but my daughter has told me so many wonderful things bout Sarah and the time they spent together on the dance team. My thoughts and prayers to you, your family and all who have been touched by Sarah.

Carol Katona

March 11, 2012

Dear Tony and Val,
No words can express how sorry I am to hear of the loss of your Sarah. May God bless and keep you close during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol Katona

Kandra Lovato

March 11, 2012

Tony and Val,
We are thinking of you and share in your loss. Our family will cherish our memories of Sarah often and hold her in our hearts always.
With heartfelt love and friendship,
The Lovato family.

Todd/Jennifer Myers

March 11, 2012

Tony and Val

We are unable to find words and have been thinking about you non-stop. I (Todd) am so sorry that I will be out of state on Thursday but Jennifer hopes to see you then.

Todd and Jennifer Myers

Jeff, Sue, and Katie

March 11, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

s smith

March 10, 2012

my condolences

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