Abbey L. Zimmer

I did not know Abbey, but my sister’s granddaughter, Peyton, was her friend. And Alex Dummitt is my great niece and she cheered with Abbey. I want her family and friends to know that people you don’t even know are praying for healing and peace for you. Her passing affected us all. I think she is one of the Angels now. She was loved by many. She is in God’s arms and care. Hopefully knowing so many people are praying for you gives you some small amount of comfort.

Dan and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers to your family.
Sincerely,
Lisa Heffley

We are so deeply sorry to learn of the loss of your daughter Abbey. Please know that the entire Zimmer family are in our thoughts and prayers today and will forever be in the days ahead. Remember that those we love never go away. They walk beside us everyday. – Scott Riddle & Family

To the Zimmer Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. No words can describe the pain you must feel. We pray for Abbey and for ALL of the Zimmer family that God may heal your broken hearts and that the love and support of family and friends will surround you and carry you through this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
The Miller Family (Mike, Sharon, Ryan and Christie)

Sending our heartfelt prayers and sympathy in the loss of your precious little girl,Abbey. Praying that God’s love will sustain you at this trying time. Our thoughts are always with you. Tom and Mary Keyes

To the Zimmer family,
I do not know you personally, however your sweet girl was a friend of my nieces from their very early childhood days. Unfortunately she is out of town but told me about this when it happened. Looking at that angelic face, one has to wonder the unfathomable pain that she must have been so strong to hide. Regardless of her reason, this is so tragic. As a mother myself, I cannot even begin to imagine having the ability to put one foot in front of the other right now. To have to live a new normal because of this is beyond my comprehension. As one who wants to always fix painful things in people’s lives, I am always reminded that it is an impossible task. This has to be like having open heart surgery without anesthetic. My heart breaks for all of you. I trust she is at peace now. Sometime down the road I feel that this may give you a small amount of comfort. I am not sure but knowing that is my hope and prayer for all of you. Godspeed Abbey. Rest In Peace.

To the Zimmer Family!
It is with great sadness that we hear Tom and Nadene’s granddaughter has died! Tom and Nadene are our lifetime friends, and we want them to know our thoughts and prayers are with them! God Bless You and guide you through this difficult time!!
Love,
Debbie Keyes Hansen and Family

I lost my little brother at the age of 19 to suicide. There are no words that will ever heal this loss, but please know that as a survivor of a tragedy like this there was nothing that you could have done differently. This was not a selfish act (as I once believed it to be), because as hurt, lost, and sad as you are now… she had to have been 100 times more then that in secret. The one thing that gave me any sense of peace in the moment was this message: Things will not be worse… they will not be better… they will just be different. (I don’t even remember who said it to me.) I am so very sorry for your loss and I pray that God holds your hand through what is undoubtedly the hardest thing anyone could possibly live through. God bless your family. All my prayers. Tandy Steele (Creston, IA)

We’re so very sorry to hear about the passing of your beautiful, beloved Abby! You’re forever in our hearts and prayers! Steve and Jeannie Hoekzema (friends of Tom and Nadine)

So long as we walk where Angels tread,We need have no fear of the road ahead.

Rest assured–she is in heaven now.

My heart just aches for you. You are in my heart and on my mind constantly since the passing of your sweet baby girl. The only thing I knew once we’d met the 3 of you and spent all those years of cheer blessed with you… was that your family was absolutely precious. The pain that consumes you now is not comprehendable. Your family is in all of our thoughts. I pray for your moment of peace. Abbey was so polite and sweet. So soft spoken. Her smile was contagious. That’s how I remember her. Something is profoundly unfair about a parent laying their child to rest ???? I will continue to pray for you for a long time- Terra Aylor

Dan and Becky, Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you. Your family and Abbey’s smiling face made our time in cheer that much more enjoyable. I’m very sorry we won’t be able to make it back to Kentucky for the services, but you remain in our prayers!
Deaven, Brett, Sophie and Jake Meadors.

I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Gary Phifer

Dan and Becky, Our hearts ache with you for the tragic loss of Abbey. We have great memories of Ockerman and NKJV volleyball with your family and as we look at the pictures from the many years of volleyball we will never forget her contagious smile and beautiful soul. May she rest in eternal peace. All our love Cindy, Madelyn and Hunter Hassel

Becky, Dan and Family,

In all the years your family and our family have spent around each other in the gym, we have gotten to know you well and love you even more. Abbey was such a wonderful girl with a beautiful spirit and soul and it’s obvious that she was that way because of the great family you are! I know there are no words that can really comfort you but I wanted you to know that our family sends big hugs and love to yours and we are only a phone call away. ????
Sue, Scott, Madi & Alli Borders

My heart goes out to all grieving from Abbey’s passing. The feeling never really goes away, but over time it will get easier to deal with. I didn’t know her as well as others did, but she was always a joyful and smart student in the classes we shared 🙁

I myself understand and know what it is like to lose someone in this way. I’ve even been through that rough path myself. But, please please stay strong. For her. It’s now up to you to make her life as meaningful and as well known and praised because she lived. She will surly be missed and to all of the students at BCHS who are suffering and to her family who is wanting to give up, please don’t. The memory of one of your closest friends or favorite aunt or favorite cousin and daughter live long and bright. And don’t give up… I know it’s hard and I know you don’t understand and I know you want to give up but, she wouldn’t have wanted you be in pain or suffer, she would want you to live with a smile as bright as hers and light up everyone’s day as she has. Live knowing that she is walking with God and his angels and is finally at peace after this long long battle she was fighting. God bless all of you and let him release you of your suffering.

My heart is so heavy from this tragedy Abbey was such a beautiful and kind soul who spread smiles wherever she went. I wish we could have all given her the happiness she had given us when she needed it most. Thoughts and prayers with the Zimmers and her friends, you are all loved deeply and have the support of an amazing community around you. In the short time I spent playing volleyball with Abbey she brightened each of my days and made time on the court a relaxing laugh. Abbey You will be so dearly missed by so many -Chelan Beasley

My heart breaks for your family, and the BCHS community. Our prayers are with you during this most difficult time, as I cannot imagine the unbearable pain that you must be enduring.

Dan and Becky, my heart is aching for you and your family. May God wrap His arms around you and give you comfort. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Jo Santen

I am lifting up your family in prayer during this difficult time of loss. Praying that God will send His Comforter to be with you during each moment of the difficult days to come. Teresa (Sendelbach)Sternasty

My heart is aching for everyone who loved Abbey.

I am a former volleyball player at Boone County High school. When I graduated, Abbey was then coming in. I did not know Abbey well, but we did share a few words I believe. Although we were not friends and I am much older than she, the passing of her has impacted myself and so many. It is so obvious that she was so so loved. Because of the kind words said by coaches, teachers and friends, I hope that her family finds comfort and eventually peace. I, as well as thousands of others have the Zimmer family in our prayers. Let Abbey be free of pain and be walking with the Lord.
– Jenna Nelson

i was blessed to have the opportunity of playing ball with Abbey. She never failed to fix my bad days sand encourage me to not be last in running. Your heart was as big as they come and filled with sooo much love. i will keep you guys in my prayers as i know this is hard.
-Kate Schaible

There are people that you don’t even know storming God’s gates in prayer for you. Very sorry for the loss of your sweet girl.

i’m really sorry for your loss. it’s sad to see people go like that. like you wish you could help. but heaven gained an angel. i’m my prayers

With such a heavy heart I am writing this. I know no words can fill the hole that must be in the hearts of Abbeys loved ones, but I just wanted to express how big of an impact Abbey had on my life. Being a senior looking up to a sophomore on the volleyball court says more than enough about the type of person abbey was. I’ve never met someone with such a happy, happy vibe to them. Her smile was contagious. You couldn’t be in a bad mood around Abbey. Always so gitty and full of life. I wish nothing more than to be able to tell her how big of an impact she had on everyone surrounding her. May the family and friends of Abbey find comfort somehow in this difficult time and may Abbey rest peacefully.
-Madison Hill, former volleyball teammate

i didn’t know abbey very well , but I’ve gone to school with her forever and she helped me once or twice , even though she probably never thought anything of it. her smile always brightened my day. she impacted me so much and she didn’t even know it. my deepest condolences go to all of you. you’ll stay in my prayers. im so very sorry for your loss.

My heart is so heavy. She was always smiling and full of happiness. I’ll love and miss her forever. I’m so sorry for your loss Dan and Becky.
-Kaycee Loos

I don’t know who you are. But I know that you were loved. I work with ones with who were your friends, and I unfortunately passed were you decided to end it. I know how hard this will be for your friends and family, and I wish them all the best and I know that time heals. You were loved, and you won’t be forgotten. I wish your family and friends all the best. – a stranger.

I didn’t even personally know Abbey and my heart hurts so bad for her and her family. She’s been a huge impact on the NKY community, she’s brought a lot of people together & to the family just know that a lot of people are giving you their hearts at this time of grief. ❤️ Heaven gained a beautiful angel.????????????

Please know that our thoughts & prayers are with you. May you find comfort in those who are standing with you during this time. May the perpetual light shine upon her.

You were a wonderful young girl yeah I wasn’t around all the time but when I was I always saw the young lady that always stood up for what she believed in and never let anyone bring her down you were a wonderful friend I’ll miss you very much ♡ love ya bbg ♡ RIP ♡

Dear Becky and Dan,
Words are hard to express during this difficult time. My heart, thoughts and prayers are with all of you.They say that GOD only picks the most beautiful flowers from his garden. May your memories help you find some peace during this disheartening time.
Sincerely,
Cherie Ambrosius

Dear Dan and Becky,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Abby was a wonderful, caring person. Even though I only knew her for a short time, she was a joy to coach. My favorite memory was from our last tournament when she showed Natalie and me her videos that she recorded of herself singing and dancing in her room. Your family will be in my daily thoughts and prayers. Eternal Rest, grant to Abby, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace.
~Beth Vieth

I am sooo in shock. She was my first best friend. I had my first sleepover at your guys house when we went and saw happy feet. I still have pictures of us around my house of us picking dandelions in the soccer field. My family and me are heartbroken for you all. I am so so sorry for your loss.
-Loren Eberle & family

Dear Dan & Becky,
We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter, Abbey. She had a heart of gold and a smile that could light up a room. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. Love, Chad, Abby, Alex & Ty Dummitt

Dan and Becky,

Words cannot express our sadness and shock. Please know that your family is in our prayers daily. Our girls have been blessed to have such a great friendship over the years and thru that we became friends with your family. We will be here for you whenever you need us. God Bless You
Dan and Cindy Steffen

our hearts our hurting for you Becky and Dan. With deepest sympathy. Joe, Sarah, and Caitlin

No words can take the pain away. Prayers for all, Becky, Dan, Bridget and Tim. Just know that the Madden family is praying for God to give you strength and courage in this time of need.
Pam and Marty Madden

Dan and Becky – I’m so very, very sorry, thinking of you both -Missy Gilbert.

Dan and Becky, words cannot express how deeply sorry I am for the loss of your beautiful daughter. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Kim Rowley

Dan, Becky, Bridget, Tim
I am so sorry to hear about Abbey. She was a beautiful spirit and always had such a beautiful smile every time I saw her. My prayers are with you and your family.

Your in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. #4 forever…
Love, Dale, Michelle, Kendal and Lauren Franxman

My heart breaks for you. Rhonda Malone

So far away but you’re in my heart. We saddened so deeply. Love you

Scott and Suzi