Sarah Elizabeth Betz
BETZ, SARAH ELIZABETH, age 25, passed away unexpectedly of apparent natural causes in Houston, Texas, on December 17, 2004. Born November 17, 1979, in Dallas, Texas, Sarah is survived by her parents, George and Kathy Betz of Dallas; sister and brother-in-law Anne and Brad Mitchell of Augusta, Georgia; brother David Betz, a college student; grandmother Ethel Betz of Annapolis, Maryland; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Sarah graduated from Richardson's J.J. Pearce High School in 1998. She was an exceptionally gifted student and excelled in music with the clarinet. Graduating from Rice University with bachelors (2002) and masters (2003) degrees in electrical engineering, Sarah was employed as an electrical engineer at Wylie Associates in Houston. Her great potential was sadly cut short. Sarah will be remembered for her quiet, gentle nature, wry humor, and keen intelligence. Sarah's family and many friends will miss her very much. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that gifts be made to the Sarah Betz Memorial scholarship Fund benefiting the J.J. Pearce Mighty Mustang Band (c/o Signature Bank, 6757 Arapaho Rd., Dallas, TX 75248). The family will receive friends on Monday, December 20, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Sparkman Hillcrest Funeral Home, 7405 W. Northwest Hwy, Dallas. A service to celebrate Sarah's life will take place in the sanctuary of Lovers Lane United Methodist Church at 11:00 am on Tuesday, December 21, 2004. Dignity Memorial Sparkman Hillcrest 7405 W. Northwest Hwy. Dallas (214) 363-5401
January 5, 2005
Carlos Vanegas (Houston, TX )
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December 23, 2004
I'm crushed to learn of Sarah's passing. Her musical talent and the diligent work she used to mold it were so remarkable that her performance once drew an expletive from an audience member at our high school concert. I feel honored to have shared the stage with Sarah at Carnegie Hall. Much more important was the way she handled her talent and intelligence, always with the utmost poise.
My deepest condolences go to all the family, especially grandmother Ethel. You are in my prayers. (Pearce '97)
Eric Samuels (Kiryat Gat, Israel)
esamuels@umich.edu
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December 22, 2004
Dear Anne and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I can't imagine what a difficult time this is for you right now. Please take comfort in knowing that Sarah died peacefully. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Laura Wagner
laura wagner (toronto, ON )
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December 22, 2004
Sarah has touched so many lives. Everyone's memory of Sarah must make you so proud as parents, family and friends. She did a summer internship with our Company and I must say I was blessed to have worked with her, she was like "A breath of fresh air"! I know she will be greatly missed by her family & friends. My prayers are with you!
Anna Morgan (Houston, TX )
amorgan@chpengr.com
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December 22, 2004
To the Betz family: My deepest sympathy for your loss. Sarah was one of the nicest people I ever met. She will be in my prayers. (Pearce '99)
John Chattaway (San Antonio, TX )
johnchattaway@hotmail.com
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December 22, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with Sara's family and close friends during this very difficult time.
Rebecca Dalton (Moscow, Russia)
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December 21, 2004
Dear Anne and the Betz Family,
My deepest condolences and thoughts and prayers are with you. All of us from Emory send our love and are here to support you in any way we can. I and a few other Emory grads had the priviledge of meeting and knowing Sarah and know what a kind and beautiful person she was. Our hearts go out to you.
Amber Norris (Marks, MS )
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December 21, 2004
I always adored Sarah from the minute she stepped into our room as a freshman in college. I was lucky enough to know her as a "little sister" of sorts and in the years I've left Houston, getting to see her on a visit was always a highlight. She was such a loyal friend to so many. I will always miss her and love her.
To Mr. and Mrs. Betz, Anne and David, I'm so very sorry. Thank you for sharing your wonderful, funny, charming, smart, sassy and precious daughter with us.
Kristen Sharpley (Los Altos, CA )
kristensharpley@yahoo.com
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December 21, 2004
Even though Sarah was an upperclassman, she always greeted me whenever she saw me, both on and off campus. She had a way of making people feel comfortable and at ease. We'd chit-chat about this and that. Those memories will last.
Lingo Lai (Houston, TX )
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December 21, 2004
Sarah Betz was one of the most genuine people I knew while at Rice. She was always friendly and was always up for a chat in front of Valhala. Even though we were never close friends she always made me feel comfortable and I will always cherish the memories.
Jennifer Lee (New York, NY )
jenblues@gmail.com
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December 21, 2004
It's hard to write something meaningful on the computer, but I think it's quite obvious from reading these entries how many lives Sarah touched over the years. I am happy to count myself among those people. She was such a delightful person and one of the most intelligent I have ever met.
My heart goes out to the Betz family, and you are in my prayers.
Tommy Roshek (Houston, TX )
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December 21, 2004
To the Betz Family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends. We are so saddened by your lost. Anne and our daughter, Amber, were close friends in college. This has deeply touched us all.
With Deepest Sympathy,
John and Mary Norris (Oak Ridge, TN )
jwnor@silverband.com
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December 21, 2004
Sarah was a intelligent and wonderful person to work with while I was at Rice. Her passing is a tradegy and she will be missed.
Davy Ho (Houston, TX )
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December 21, 2004
Saddened by this great loss. Sarah was a wonderful person and enjoyed working with her at CHPA. She brought light and life wherever she went. She will be greatly missed.
Joel Long (Houston, TX )
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December 20, 2004
I wish only to express my sympathies and how supportive and wonderful of a friend Sarah was while I was in school at Rice.
Andrew Young (Claremont, CA )
ayoung@westernu.edu
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December 20, 2004
Sarah was an intelligent, talented, caring friend. We enjoyed many good times with her at Rice and will cherish the memories we have. She will be greatly missed. Her family and friends are in our prayers.
Nathan & Erin Allen (Dallas, TX )
erin.murphy@utsouthwestern.edu
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December 20, 2004
George, Kathy,and family,
My deepest condolences to all of you. When I first heard about this last night, I thought this has to be a mistake. I remember through the years when George would talk about all of the children with such pride, especially last month when we exchanged emails and he filled me in on their current accomplishments. My heart goes out to you.
Matt
Matt Pilzys (Allen, TX )
mpilzys@swbell.net
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December 20, 2004
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Your family is in my prayers. I know she is playing in the grandest band of all now. (Adam Lewin-JJ Pearce class of '99)
Adam Lewin (Richardson, TX )
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December 20, 2004
Sarah was one of my most favorite students. She was a wonderful musician and a dedicated band member, and I am very proud of her accomplishments not only while she was at Pearce HS but also after she graduated. I will never be able to listen to Molly on the Shore or Blue Shades without thinking of her.
George, Kathy, Anne, and David, you have my deepest sympathy for your loss. Please know that Sarah touched deeply the lives of a great many people, including myself.
Peter Warshaw (Belton, TX )
petwar1@yahoo.com
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December 20, 2004
Kevin McDaniel (Houston)
kwm@alumni.rice.edu
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December 20, 2004
Toby Simmons (Houston, TX )
wtsimm75@yahoo.com
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December 20, 2004
Amber Maus Curtis (Dallas, TX )
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December 20, 2004
George, words cannot describe how my heart is broken for you and your family. I know how much your family means to you and I can't imagine what you are going through. I wanted you to know I was thinking about you as I am unable to attend the service. Again, you have my sincerest and deepest sympathy.
Lisa Hudson (Plano, TX )
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December 20, 2004
Blanca Juarez (Houston)
juarezb@ctt.com
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