Strode, Amber K.
d. February 1, 2008
Amber Kay Strode, age 22 of Springfield, passed away Sunday January 27, 2008 at her residence.
Survived by: Parents : John & Dara Strode of Springfield Two Sisters : Christal (Aaron) Fillbright
Heather (Kenneth) Williams One Brother : John (Sheila) Strode, Jr.
Grandparents : Donald & Selma Thompson
Robert Strode Sr. Several Uncles, Aunts, Nieces,
Nephews & cousins
Ms. Strode was born September 3, 1985 in Springfield, the daughter of John Sr. and Dara Strode. She is preceded in death by her grandmother Meta A. Strode in 2004. Amber worked for SIU School of medicine in the Obstetrics/Gynecology department. She graduated from Athens High School in 2004 and she attended Lincoln Land Community College. She loved camping, boating and being outdoors. She also played softball and basketball at Athens High School.
Visitation will be on Thursday from 4:00 P.M to 7:00 P.M. at Mott and Henning Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 11:00 A.M. at Athens Christian Church.
Officiating: Rev. Ken Gennicks
Burial at Oak Ridge Cemetery
Memorials can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital
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Posted January 29th, 2008 at 11:43 am
We were so sorry to hear of the news of your daughter. You are in our Prayers.
Posted January 29th, 2008 at 12:26 pm
Dara – I’m simply heartsick upon hearing of the sudden death of your daughter. Please find some comfort in knowing your friends are sharing in your sorrow at this time. My condolences.
Your Former Co-Worker, Don Corrigan
Posted January 29th, 2008 at 4:45 pm
Christal and family:
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time. Although your hearts are heavy, know in time they will once again be full of wonderful memories of Amber.
Christal, my heart breaks for you and I wish so much there was something I could say or do to help you. Just know I am here.
Thinking of you now and looking forward to better days.
Love and HUGS,
Sid
Posted January 29th, 2008 at 6:10 pm
I am so sorry what has happened with Amber. She was a very close friend of mine, and such a wonderful person to have in my life. I have so many good memories with her that I will hold close to my heart forever. My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family. Ambie will be missed…
Posted January 31st, 2008 at 9:27 am
Dara, I’m so sorry. Words cannot express enough at at time like this. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Posted January 31st, 2008 at 4:10 pm
Christal and Family, My heart breaks for all of you. I am keeping you all close in thoughts and prayers. Amber was a beautiful and kind young woman.
With deepest Sympathy, Jackie Young
Christal, Know that I feel your pain especially since I too have lost a sibling. Know that in time you will be able to remember Amber without feeling so much sorrow. I know that you will always miss her terribly but it does get easier with time. Please know that I am here for you in any way that I can help get you through this terrible time. I love you Christal! Love, Jackie