Tributes
SAMANTHA (SAMMY) SCHWEINEFUSS AGE 27 FROM ELSMERE, KY
Sammy was granted her angel wings on the morning of December 29th, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, in Edgewood, KY following a lifelong illness of Trisomy 18. Sammy had touched many who knew and loved her in some small way throughout her short, yet very memorable life.
Sammy’s life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by her understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives. Her gentle smile could melt the hearts of those around her and though she never spoke a word, her voice and thoughts could always be heard.
With Sammy’s passing we remind others that her life is one to be celebrated. Although we will miss her deeply every day, especially her winning smile, she will forever remain in our hearts.
Sammy leaves behind many wonderful caregivers along with their families that provided love and support that opened their hearts/homes and enhanced her quality of life. Sammy’s love extends to her wonderful nurses, Trina Davenport Barnes, Susan Freihofer Stoddart and Cindy Sparrow.
Sammy is survived by her loving mother, Vicki Schweinefuss from Elsmere, KY, Grandmother, Rita Owen Due from Walton, KY, Great-Grandmother Helen Resing Owen, as well as, many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Services are to be held Wednesday, January 4th, from 5-8 pm at Linnemann Funeral Home in Erlanger, KY. There will be a mass on Thursday, January 5th at 12 noon at St. Cecilia Church in Independence, KY. A burial will follow at St. Cecilia Cemetery where Sammy will be laid to rest.
In lieu of flowers we are asking for monetary donations to help offset the costs of funeral and medical expenses. A GoFundMe account has been set up in Sammy’s name with link provided below or you can donate to Samantha Schweinefuss Memorial Fund at any Fifth Third Bank.
https://www.gofundme.com/samantha-schweinefuss-memorial-fund
Linnemann Funeral Home Erlanger
30 Commonwealth AvenueERLANGER, KY 41018
St. Cecilia
INDEPENDENCE, KY
St. Cecilia
Address: INDEPENDENCE, KYSamantha Schweinefuss
,
In precious memory of Sammy Schweinefuss
Vicki and the Schweinefuss family and loved ones of beautiful, precious Sammy have my deepest sympathy. Isaiah 66:13a says: “As a mother comforts her son, so I (Jehovah Psalm 83:18) will keep comforting you.” Revelations 21: 4; “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore.”
Jehovah (Psalm 83:18) invites you to throw all your burdens on Him and He will sustain you in your time of grief.
(2 Corinthians 4:18) “while we keep our eyes, not on the things seen, but on the things unseen. For the things seen are temporary, but the things unseen are everlasting.”
KEEP YOUR EYES ON THE PRIZE
1. When eyes of blind ones see again
And ears of deaf ones hear again,
When deserts blossom as the rose
And from parched ground fresh water flows,
When lame ones leap just like the hart,
When loved ones never have to part,
Such blessed times you’ll realize,
If you keep your eyes on the prize.
2. When tongues of mute ones speak again,
When old ones will be young again,
When earth will yield her rich increase
And all good things will never cease,
When songs of children fill the air,
When joy and peace are ev’rywhere,
Then, too, you’ll see the dead arise,
If you keep your eyes on the prize.
3. When wolves and lambs will feed as one,
When bears and calves bask in the sun,
A mere young boy will lead them all,
And they will heed his childish call.
When tears belong to yesterday,
When fears and pain have passed away,
You’ll see how God these things supplies,
If you keep your eyes on the prize.
Please watch this beautiful video entitled “Keep Your Eyes on the Prize” https://tv.jw.org/#en/video/VODChildren/pub-pksn_24_VIDEO
Isaiah 26:19 “Your dead will live……And the earth will let those powerless in death come to life.” Isaiah 25:8 “He will swallow up death forever. For Jehovah himself has spoken it.” For more comforting scriptures please visit: http://bit.ly/1K38EFt. It has given me hope, strengthened my faith and helped me find the answer to Why? I know it will do the same for you.
Condolence
Vicki, I am so very sorry for the loss of your daughter. My thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. Please take care.
Elaine
Comfort
Vicki, I am so sorry for your loss. I know you were fortunate to have Sammy for as long as you did, but that doesn’t really make it any easier. I hope your faith will provide you with some comfort.
Fondly,
Bev Furr
Samantha Schweinefuss
Vicki – I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in the days ahead. Please look forward to a time when you can be with Sammy again.
Love and comfort to you and those so close to Sammy.
Barb Gray
Condolences
I am so sorry for your loss. At this difficult time please remember the Bible’s promise at Acts 24:15, “There is going to be a resurrection. ” May the God of all comfort, comfort you in all your trials. – 2Corinthians 1:3,4
Sincerely
Amy Smith
Jw.org
