Sarah J. Thompson

When Sarah J. Thompson walked into the room, those in her company felt energy, an enthusiastic spontaneity. This was just one example of who Sarah was and how she impacted those around her. Sarah was a clever and gregarious person who always sought out the finest attributes in other people. It was as if Sarah wanted to share all of their experiences, revel in their lives and celebrate their discoveries. Sarah was tireless and had boundless enthusiasm that would serve her well throughout her life.

Sarah was born on June 12, 1986 at Tarzana Hospital in Tarzana, California, to her parents Scott and Ellen Davis. Sarah was raised in Canoga Park, California. While some who knew Sarah might describe her as an idealist, her friends and family understood well that Sarah was always in pursuit of life’s endless possibilities and opportunities available to her.

As a young girl, Sarah was able to empathize and identify with a vast array of people and personality types. This quality drew her into a diverse group of friends and acquaintances. Sarah was intelligent and had little trouble getting along with her peers. She was almost always the first to jump in when it came to playing games or participating in other childhood activities. As a child, Sarah liked to play T-Ball, and was a Girl Scout for over 13 years. In her spare time she liked Shopping, Sleeping In, and TV Programs. Sarah's memorable achievements included being the Top seller of Girl Scout Cookies as a Junior and Senior.

During her high school years, Sarah responded enthusiastically to any new project and was regularly in search of one adventure after another. She graduated from Chatsworth High School in 2003. Her favorite class in high school was English and History. The teachers she enjoyed learning from the most were Mr. and Mrs. Baum, Mrs. Woodry and Mrs. Bluman. Additionally, Sarah participated as Chatsworth High School's Football Team's Water Girl.

With a talent for making acquaintances easily which in turn brought her an endless stream of friends, Sarah was very sociable and could blend without effort into any social group. Assertive and outgoing, Sarah was easy to know and demonstrated a deep concern for others. Many always chose to compliment Sarah on her contagious smile, effervescent and natural. She always seemed aware of what was going on with people around her and throughout her life she made many, many friends. While growing up, some of her best friends were Allison Segel, and the Huey Kids. Later in life, she became friends with Jenna McAllister and Danielle Boman.

On November 23, 2016, Sarah married William Cody Eugene Thompson at a private civil wedding in Las Vegas, Nevada. Together she and Cody blended their lives and families. Sarah was already blessed with one son, Sean; but she received an additional blessing in her life with the birth of her daughter, Kayah; and the addition to her family of her stepson, Tyler.

Sarah was uplifted by new ideas and was excited by life’s possibilities, traits that made her an exceptional worker. Sarah loved working with children. Her primary occupation was as a Pre-School Teacher; but she was also involved in art sales for Dale Chihuly Galleries.

Because Sarah loved to have a broad variety of activities in her life, she took advantage of the opportunity to pursue numerous hobbies. Her favorite pursuits were Country Line Dancing, shopping and an independent Scentsy Consultant. Sarah had a knack for being able to multi-task in order to create time for all of her favorite pastimes. However, Sarah's ever-present concern for others always took precedent.

Throughout her life, Sarah was actively involved in professional and community organizations. She was compassionate, accommodating and quick to move into action. Always able to build a consensus, Sarah seemed to be the person smack dab in the middle of things, working to get things done. In high school, Sarah was a member of the Girl Scouts. Though she never did anything solely for individual recognition, Sarah's ingenuity, resourcefulness, and selflessness, earned her accolades for her many lifelong efforts. Some of her most prestigious awards included Girl Scout Gold and Silver Awards.

Sarah's love of improvising in her daily life was a perfect fit for her enjoyment of traveling. Her favorite vacations were ones that were not planned. Traveling in a casual manor fit her personality well. Excited about seeing changing scenery and constantly looking for the enjoyment life could offer, Sarah took her vacations seriously, well, as seriously as she possibly could. Favorite vacations included trips to Disneyland.

Sarah was a lover of animals and cherished her pets. Kacheto a Lasoapso and Roxie a Labrador, were her best friends for over 12 years.

Sarah Thompson passed away on July 24, 2020 in Henderson, Nevada. She is survived by her husband Cody; parents: Scott and Ellen; children: Sean and Kayah; stepson, Tyler; grandmother, Pauline; and extended family. Services were held at Palm Boulder Highway Mortuary. Sarah was laid to rest in Palm Henderson, Cemetery.

There was always a certain style and inventiveness to Sarah. She was a dynamic, self-expressive person who was forever looking to celebrate the endless possibilities life had to offer. She had a knack for being clever, creative and witty, and for others, was a joy to be around. While she was often fiercely independent, it seemed as if many others looked to Sarah Thompson for inspiration, leadership, wisdom and even courage. Sarah was always more than willing to share life’s experiences with her loved ones.

A visitation for Sarah will be Friday, July 31, 2020 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Funeral services will begin at 10:00 AM, both at Palm Boulder Highway Mortuary, 800 South Boulder Highway, Henderson, NV 89015. Sarah will be laid to rest at Palm Henderson Cemetery, 800 South Boulder Highway, Henderson, NV 89015

Due to COVID-19 Government Restrictions will be in place and guests must wear a mask. Funeral Services will be streamed live via Facebook Live.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.palmboulderhighway.com for the Thompson family