Racine – Sara Elaine Dresen, 13, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 9, 2015. She was born in Racine on April 14, 2002, daughter of Scott and Lisa (nee: Hansen) Dresen.
Sara was about to enter the eighth grade at St. Catherine’s Middle School. She played softball for the City of Racine Dodgers and then for the Sturtevant Starz where she discovered her natural ability to play the catcher position. She was even selected for the 2015 All Star Team. Sara also loved to dance since she was a very little girl. She studied dance at the Racine Studio of Performing Arts. Her dance experience launched her into becoming a cheerleader which she also enjoyed very much. Her sister Emma was her cheer coach last year. Sara was a lover of music. She spent the last two years learning to play the acoustic and electric guitar. Sara’s love of music and animals lead her to work part-time at Copy Cat Music, Aquarium, and Pet Supply here in Racine. Above all, Sara treasured her family, especially the bond she had with her sister, Emma. Sara and Emma would have sleep overs in each other’s room and talk about just everything. Sara will be dearly missed by all who loved her and knew her.
Sara leaves to cherish her memory, her parents, Scott (Darcie Glonek) Dresen, Lisa Dresen; sister, Emma Dresen; grandparents, Doug “Old Guy” (Sharon) Dresen, Lynn (Pat) Hansen; uncle, Craig Hansen; cousin, Megan Hansen; God-parents and uncle, Mike (Connie) Peffers; uncle, Rick (Heather) Peffers and the entire Peffer family in Florida; Darcie’s children, Kristen Glonek, Dylan Glonek; extended families, the Cacciotti Famly and Dr. John Fisher, the Nielsen family; her life-time companion, Mr. Bear; other relatives and dear friends too numerous to mention.
Sara is preceded in death by her grandmother, Phyllis Dresen.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 16, 2015, 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Road. Visitation will continue at the funeral home on Monday, August 17, 2015, 10:00 am until 11:00 am. A celebration of Sara’s life will take place 11:00 am. Burial will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. The family has suggested memorials to the family for a scholarship fund for Emma or to St. Catherine’s High School.
The Dresen family would like to say “Thank You” to all the first responders and concerned citizens that came to Sara’s aid. Your dedication will not be forgotten. Also, the Dresen family would like to thank their extended family and friends for the outpouring of support they have received during this difficult time.
Lisa Dresen says
Rest in peace my sweet sweet Boogabutt. My heart is broken. I love you!!!!
Mom
Christine A. Sura says
Lisa and family:
My heartfelt prayers and condolences for your loss. Remember the good times you shared and her memories will live on. Stay Strong!!
Bella's grandma says
Rest easy sweet girl.
Jenny Petricek says
Heartfelt condolences go out to Sara’s family and all of her friends. My family and also live in Caledonia, and my stepson is Sara’s age. Such a tragic, incomprehensible loss.
Sharon & Jim Ayotte says
We are SO sorry for your loss Lisa; prayers for you and your family.
Mr and Mrs Jeremy Haag says
There are no words that can express the heartbreak we feel for you and your family. Our prayers are with you.
heather says
Our prayers are with you and your family. Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for this untimely loss. I pray that God gives you strength to endure and allow you to heal. My son attends St. Cats in the same grade and she will be missed. God bless you!
Duane Arena says
Lisa, I am so very very sorry for your loss, and I am praying for strength for you and your family.
Sandi Coates says
My heart goes out to you and your family. My deepest condolences for your tragic loss. My prayers are with you.
Susie Ahlborg says
My heart is heavy and all of my thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. Much Love, Susie
Terry & Ray Smith says
Lisa, Emma, and Scott and all of your beautiful daughter Sara’s family and friends our hearts are breaking for such a terrible loss. I can not even imagine the pain you are suffering. Remember your daughter was so full of life and would not want to think you were suffering to long. Remember how happy and full of life she was. Love you all…..
Heather K says
Many prayers to your family. May you remember her as the beautiful person she was.
Pat says
Iam very sorry for your loss my heart goes out to your family
Don Ricchio says
Very proud of all you accomplished in guitar lessons. You will be greatly missed and always remembered through the music.
Trudy Schatzman says
Lisa Scott and Emma. We wish you did not have to be here today and if I could take it all away I surely would. Our hearts break for you too. Sara will always be a part of your life the memories are abundant.
Love your friends
Bruce and Trudy
Vickie Hein says
Lisa, Scott & Emma, I am praying for all of you. Hoping you will find peace in your hearts and wonderful memories to soothe your broken souls. Love, Vickie
Ken, Ann & Becka Eisbrenner says
We are so sorry for your loss our hearts just break for you. We have several memories of both Sarah and Emma being over at our house and playing with Becka when they were young. Please know we are here if you need anything please let us know. Stay strong our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jane Olley says
Lisa, Scott, Emma, and family. our family has you all in our prayers. We are so sorry. no words can express. please know you are surrounded by many who love you and are willing to help in ANY way we can.
Chris Phelps and Family says
Dear, Sweet Lisa and Family,
On behalf of the entire Phelps family, please accept our deepest sympathies for the loss of your beautiful daughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Patti (Ahlborg)Wenberg says
Lisa,
Thinking of your family at this time. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Patti(Ahlborg)Wenberg says
Lisa,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter. My thoughts are with your family.
Lorena Escobedo says
Our prayers and thoughts are with the Dresen family. We will miss Sara deeply and she will remain in our hearts. Lay peacefully our angel.
Chris O'Donnell says
Lisa,
I’m so sorry for your loss. My heart sank when I heard what happened. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
EP says
Thinking of you and Emma.Stay strong,BEE WELL.
Lori (Gedemer) Slater says
Lisa, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Joyce says
Dear family of Sara, Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you the strength that you need.
Kay says
To the family you are in my prayers. I can’t imagine what you are going through but my thoughts are with you. My daughter attends St.Cats and was acquainted with Sara. Blessings to you.
Teresa (Naidicz) Hill says
I am so sorry for your loss. It is tragic. I will pray for your family. May God take your family and His gentle and loving arms. Love to you all of you in this very difficult time. Teresa Hill
Mary Phelps Churchill says
Lisa, My thoughts are prayers are with you during this time.. You are so loved and will always be a special part of our family!
Gia ( cheer buddy ) says
Sara I miss you and rest in peace I remember our last words we kept saying goodnight and the last thing you said to me was good night cheer buddy I love you . I’m thinking of you
Samantha Loftn says
Sara I will miss you the last thing we did together was make the lamingtons @ your house and then I gave you the biggest hug ever. I will miss you very much. I LOVE YOU FOREVER. Rest in peace my older sister.
Mr Jim Zewen says
To the Dresen family, sincere condolences for your loss. I don’t know you but wanted to pay my respects because I lost a relative in a similar way.May God give you comfort and strength to heal. May. Sara rest in peace.