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Sarah Schillereff Obituary

Dr. Sarah Lindsay Schillereff passed away suddenly in Denver, CO on December 31st, 2015 at the age of 40.

Sarah is survived by her Mother, Theresa Von Engeln; Father, Ronald Schillereff; Grandmother, Margery Von Engeln, all of Colorado Springs and Brother Scott Schillereff of Washington DC. She is also survived by her loving fiancé, Joe Kanyok. Sarah also has multiple surviving aunts, uncles and cousins.

Sarah was born in Colorado Springs, CO on August 26, 1975. She graduated from Liberty High School in 1993 and went on to earn a Bachelor's Degree in CME from Colorado School of Mines in 1997, a DVM Degree from Colorado State University in 2005 and an Executive MBA from the University of Denver in 2013. Sarah's prestigious career included positions at Proctor and Gamble, Atmel, and Veterinary Corporation of America.

Sarah loved her pets and all worldly animals. She also enjoyed traveling, attending professional baseball games, soccer, and the outdoors.

A memorial service will be held at the Community Congregational Church, 103 Pawnee Ave. Manitou Springs, CO on January 7, 2015 at 10:30 AM with Dr. Jim Reid officiating. A reception will take place at Garden of the Gods County Club following the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Sarah's name to the Colorado State University Voss Veterinary Teaching School.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Jan. 6, 2016.

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Gar Haugo

January 31, 2016

Sarah was a wonderful person. I was deeply saddened by this news. My thoughts and prayers are with her and her family.

Barbara Stoppelman

January 14, 2016

Dearest Cousin Theresa, Aunt Marjean, and all the family of your daughter Sarah. We send our sympathy to all of you. You should have the card I mailed to you last week. We hope it and the presence of God, whom I know you deeply believe and trust in has comforted your spirit and soul. Sorry we never got to meet Sarah, but we will some day soon. Peace remain with you as a beautiful gift that only comes from the three in One, God our Father, His Son Jesus and the Holy Spirit. With our love, Barbara and Richard Please give your mom and hug and a kiss for us. God bless her with extra strength.

Timothy Von Engeln

January 13, 2016

To cousin Theresa, Aunt Marjean, and my other cousins, Joe, and Sarah's friends and co-workers, all who knew and loved Sarah...we would like you to know that we are thinking of you in your loss and our prayers are for your comfort and peace.
In Christian love and bond, Tim and Gayle Von Engeln-Boonville, MO.

Mike Flynn

January 13, 2016

My Dearest Theresa, Aunt Marjean, Mark, Lisa, ane Edie:
How can you respond to such a loss? It is not in the order of our lives that our children go to God before you. We can rejoice to know that Sarah is rejoined with her wonderful Grandfather and all of God's loving animals who she loved so much. There is nothing in this life that can replace the void this loss leaves. We look to the lord and ask his help and support.
I pray for you Thresa, and your wonderful family to give you strength to find happiness even in the great sorrow you have. Good health has not been your friend either, but I pray also for your health, in the physical, mental and in your heart.
With love and compasion,
Your cousin Mike

Stephanie Wallendorff

January 10, 2016

My heart goes out to Sarah's family. She touched so many lives. She was a great person and will be missed by many.

Linda Fineman

January 8, 2016

To Sarah's Family, Friends and Fiance, I was shocked and saddened to hear of her sudden passing. I had the pleasure of working with Sarah for a year and was so impressed with her passion for animals and the people that cared for them. Her heart was always at the forefront in her work. You are all in my thoughts as we mourn her passing and reflect on the mark she made on all of us that knew her.

Jill

January 7, 2016

Sarah was such an amazing woman and will be missed by all who knew her. I am so blessed to have been able to know her. To Sarah's family and Joe, I am so sorry for your loss. I know those words don't mean much at a time like this but you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Deanna Henriksen

January 7, 2016

Thoughts and prayers to Sarah's family, friends and colleagues. My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. Sarah was a wonderful person, a true gem, that had such a positive impact on so many, she will truly be missed.

Billie Von Engeln

January 7, 2016

Many prayers and much love to Sarah! How she left so suddenly breaks my heart. To Teresa, Joe, MaMere, my thoughts are with you on this sad occasion.

Joy Reski

January 7, 2016

My heart aches for Sarah's family. The loss of a devoted daughter is tragic. A donation to Cat's Cradle in Moorhead , MN will be made in her memory. Peace and comfort to all of you.

Eddy and Deborah Shirley

January 6, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with Ron and his family during this difficult time. May God Bless them

Pat Schmidt

January 6, 2016

To my dear cousin, Theresa, my Aunt Marjean, all my cousins in Colorado who loved Sarah....please know that I am heartbroken for all of you. I pray God's sweet mercy to reign down on
you in your sorrow and heartache. Sarah is dancing with all the wonderful creatures she loved....not to mention how happy she is to see her granddaddy! My love and prayers to all of you.
Your cousin Pat Von Engeln Schmidt

Sheryl Powers

January 6, 2016

My thoughts and prayers to Sarah's family and friendsI am so sorry for you loss. Sarah was beautiful and always made me smile.

Olmstead Family

January 6, 2016

Praying for Sarah's loved ones during this very difficult time. We're so sorry for your loss!

January 6, 2016

Dear Theresa, Aunt Marjean, Joe, Tim, Lise, Shannon, Holly, Mark, Robin, Lauren and Edi,
Peter and I are shocked and saddened by the death of Sarah.
We pray for your peace and comfort and that you may feel the presence of Jesus! Cast your burdens onHim and He will help you through this tragic time.
Love & Blessings,
Mary Kay

Mary Haugo

January 6, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss of Sarah. She was a talented, smart, and lovely lady. We loved her dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Mary and George Haugo

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