Sara Baughman
October 14, 1969 ~ February 21, 2010
Sara Jean (Nibaur) Baughman, age 40 of Indianapolis, formerly of Lourdes, died Sunday February 21, 2010, at the Community North Hospital in Indianapolis, of cancer.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 26, 2010, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Lourdes with Rev. John S. Haugen celebrating the Mass. Jolene Schaefer will be the pianist accompanying Danielle Bilidt as cantor. The pall will be placed by Sarah’s parents and husband, John. Lector for the service will be Rose Schroeder. Presenting the offertory gifts will be Sara’s sister, Lisa and two brothers, Jeff and Greg. Mass servers will be Stephanie and Emily Nibaur.
Interment will be in Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery with Tom Shatek, Joe Thraenert, Tom Bilidt, Sean Brophy, Alex Persels and Bill Cashman as pallbearers.
Friends may call 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in New Hampton where there will be a 7:00 p.m. Scripture Service. Visitation continues 8:00 -10:00 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Sara Jean Nibaur, was born October 14, 1969, in New Hampton, Iowa the daughter of Francis and Peggy (Hughes) Nibaur. She received her education from the New Hampton School District graduating in 1988. While in High School she was active in cheerleading, band and choir. Following high school she attended Loras College in Dubuque, majoring in music and psychology. She received her bachelors degree from Loras in 1992.
Sara initially lived in the Quad Cities for a few years and then moved to Indianapolis where she worked with Principle Financial and then Russell Benefit Consulting. On September 17, 1999, in Cancun, Mexico Sara was united in marriage to John Baughman of Indianapolis.
Sara had a love for animals, especially horses and her dog Cassie. She was a gracious and thoughtful host and enjoyed entertaining people in her home. She was like a mother to her nieces and nephews, never forgetting to send cards to them all. Sara also had a passion for music. Please visit the web page
http://www.hotshare.net/audio/225810-9569813be5.html
to enjoy her beautiful voice and talent.
Sara is survived by the love of her life, John of Fishers, Indiana; parents, Francis and Peggy (Hughes) Nibaur of Elma; one sister, Lisa (Mike) Persels of Tiffin, Iowa; two brothers, Jeff (Rose) Nibaur of Elma and Greg (Colleen) Nibaur of Cedar Rapids; mother-in-law, Pat Baughman of Indianapolis, Indiana; many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, George and Clementine Hughes; paternal grandparents, Raymond Nibaur and Audrey Nibaur.
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Peggy and Francis,I am so sorry to hear of your daughters death.I went to the website to hear her singing and she was wonderful,such a beautiful voice .I am sure she is singing with the angels.May you have some peace with all the precious memories that are in your heart…Sharon Reicks
Dear Family: We are very sorry to hear about the loss of Sara. She was a good and beautiful person. I enjoyed growing up with her and being neighbors. I remember riding bikes past her house, school bus rides and attending church in Lourdes. Those were the good old days. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Steve, Ramona & Jacob
I am so very sorry about Sara, and can only guess how profoundly sad and lonely it must feel after the loss of a much beloved and extraordinary daughter, sister, wife. I think of you all very often and hope that you will find a path to peace and healing through your grief.
Your spirit will always remain with us.
I am soo sorry to hear about Sara’s illness and passing! I was involved in many activities with Sara in high school, being sandwiched between her and Greg in age. She brought joy and passion to everything she did. Everything was more fun when Sara was around! My deepest sympathies to all of you.
Saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and all those affected. Chuck, Regina and family
To anyone who could not attend the funeral of Sara on Friday I have to tell. The services were a beautiful and worthy tribute to dear Sara. The sun shining into the beautiful stained glass windows of the church made it feel very celestial and the thoughts and personal touches including the music were all as special as she was. Fr. Haugen made us all feel closer to her and one another in our grief. My applause and gratitude to all the family and friends who came and filled the church and those who planned this so well in her tribute, especially her sister Lisa.
Dear Francis, Peggy and your entire family, Words of comfort are hard to find, just know that we consider you and your family our dear friends and we pray that you will be comforted in this most difficult time. God Bless all of you. Jack & Nancy Anderson
My deepest condolences to Sara’s family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeff , Rose and family . So sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. Stephen and Shelley Stalder
Dear. Mr. & Mrs. Nibaur and family and John Baughman and family. We are so sorry for your loss of Sara. Sara was such a wonderful person, who would reach out with that beautiful smile and make new friends. I remember going to the hospital and seeing Sara and no matter how good or bad she felt that day i could get that smile out of her. And John! He was allways by her side doing everything possible in this fight. I know deep down that the day Sara left us, Sara got her wings to be that smiling angle at the gates of heaven.She will be there standing welcoming everyone who enters. We thank John and Sara for there friendship. And in the days to come for everyone that pease will replace the sorrow of the lost of Sara!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Gary ( Petie )
My sympathies to Sara’s family and friends. I spent many happy hours talking and singing around campfires in Indiana with Sara and John. She was a wonderful person with a beautiful laugh and a pretty voice. She also had one of the most upbeat personalities of anyone I have known. She will be sorely missed and fondly remembered.
francis,peggy and family, our condolences to your family
Our prayers and thoughts go out to the familly of Sara. I’m sure she will be missed greatly, we never knew her but heard a lot of great things about her. Time will heal Fran and Jerome
I am finding it so very difficult to find the words that I want to say, and I realize that there really aren’t words to put down that would express my love and my sympathy. My heart is heavy because I cannot be there to pay respects to my very dear friend. My mother is very ill and it is neccessary that I be at her side. John, Doug and I are always here for you; whatever you need~we are just a backyard away. To the Nibaur family, I am deeply sorry that Sara is gone. I am however thankful that because of Sara, I have a family in Iowa that I will remain forever connected to. Hugs and above all, prayers to all of you. Peace to Sara in the arms of many angels.
One of the things that will always stand out about Sara is her smile. She could walk into a room and people would gravitate toward her because of the welcoming smile and her personality. She always seemed so bubbly. John, you are a lucky man to have been able to share your life with her.(I’m sure you know that) Peggy and Francis, you did an awesome job raising an angel. Jeff and Rose, Greg and Lisa and families, my heart is totally with you. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead. John Burke
Lisa and Sara’s family, I am a co-worker of Lisa’s. My deepest sympathy to you all. I was at a retreat this past weekend and we prayed for Sara every day. I’m sure Our Lord has welcomed her with open arms. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
We want to give you our deepest sympathy, for the loss of a daughter (sister) Sara. It has to be difficult.
John and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have known Sara since the 1st grade when we moved to Alta Vista. She was such a bright star to be around and I am fortunate to have been able to call her a friend. She was an angel walking among us and is now an angel watching over us. May beauty live on in your memories and bring you peace. She will never be forgotten.
John, you don’t know me but Sara and I were the best of friends as little girls. We even shared a birthday. I hadn’t talked to her for at least 15 years now and it was in October for the ‘big’ birthday that I started thinking about her again and that I should get back in touch to see if any of our ‘little girl’ dreams had come true for her. When my parents told me of her passing this week it affected me deeply. So it is with sincerest sympathy that I say to you and all the Nibaur family that I am sorry for your loss!
We want to express our condolences to Nibaur and Baughman families on the loss of Sara and to let them know that although we can’t attend the funeral they are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
You are with all the other angels now, we will all miss your smiling face
To the family of Sara, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you…
Sara and I went to school together since we were little and I can always remember her having this totally awsome smile that almost covered her whole face–you couldn’t help but smile back!! I was so sad to hear of her passing–but I know she is in a very happy and peaceful place–and smiling of course. She has touched the lives of so many people throughout her lifetime, and we can all be very blessed to have known her and loved her! My family expresses their deepest sympathy and prayers to John, Francis, Peggy, Greg, Lisa, Jeff and their families during this time–enjoy all the wonderful stories and memories that she has left to each of you–she will truly be missed!!
Sara and I were classmates at NHHS. She was a joy to be around, with a great smile and a sparkle in her eye. She will be greatly missed. My condolences to her family. God bless you Sara.
Francis & Peggy, We are sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter Sara. Your family is in our prayers. With our sympathy, Russ & Angie Laures
I worked with Sara and considered her my friend. I have missed not seeing her on a regular basis. I know she loved John & her family and I loved to hear about her trips back home. We were all so exicted for her the summer she won the tractor pulling trophy. Such a contradiction for the cute, petite little lady with the big smile. She was an inspiration and always the brightest light in the room. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
I am really sorry to hear this. Sara and I graduated together. Sara always had a big smile on from ear to ear, and a great personality, and would always have time to talk to anyone/everyone. The Nibauer/Baughman family has my sympathy & condolences. She will be missed by all who knew here.
John, Francis, Peggy, Rose, Jeff and all of Sara’s family; You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this time of saddness! I will always have fond memories of the friendship Sara and I had growing up. I am very blessed to have had the opportunity to know Sara and will always treasure those memories!!
Sara will always hold a special place in my heart. I haven’t seen Sara in many years, but have so many fond memories from grade school and high school of cheerleading together, going to Sunday School in Lourdes after Saturday sleepovers, and getting lost a couple of times, late at night, coming home ‘the back way’, and trying not to miss a curfew. Sara was a genuine person I was blessed to call a ‘friend’ during those coming of age years. Her inner beauty will never be fogotten. My sincere sympanthies to John, Peggy, Francis, and the rest of her family during this difficult time.
John & Family, I am very sorry for your loss. Sara and I were classmates at NHHS. She was a beautiful person inside and out, always ready with a warm smile. Thank you for sharing her journey and her strength with us through CaringBridge. Sara will be deeply missed and never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
My deepest sympathy goes out to John and Sara’s family on her passing. She was a remarkable woman who showed an unwaivering amount of strength and courage these past few months and made an incredible impact in this world with her goodness and love. I’ll miss many things about Sara, but what I will miss the most will be her hugs. She was a good hugger….God bless and peace be with you all during this sorrowful time.
Je ff, this is Brenda & Rick.We are about your sister passing away.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. We remember so well the times when Sara came over to stay at our house with our daugher Rhonda when they were in high school together. There is no way anyone could not like Sara. She smiled and captured your heart. We will never forget her. God will bless her forever. Glen and Betty.
I haven’t seen Sara since she graduated high school but seeing her picture made me remember the wonderful person she was and her beautiful voice. My thoughts go out to all her family
No words can ease the pain that your family is experiencing now. But know, God knows your pain and your sorrow. Trust in him and lean on him during this time of pain. Sara was an amazing woman with a contagious personality. You could hear in her voice the love that she had for life. It was a privilege to know her. My prayers are with your family.
Words are hard to find to convey the great sorrow we feel upon hearing of Sara’s passing. While I never knew her– I feel such sadness & want to convey to her family our sincere condolences. She is in God’s hands now. Susie & Jim Collins Carmel, IN
Am so sorry for your loss…may be God bless Sara and your family.
Family & Friends of Sara, I knew Sara from working with her at Russell Benefits. We always talked of the day we would finally get to meet. It was an honor to have met Sara and I remember her speeking fondly of Iowa and tractor pulls. May your memories help you through this hard time. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers, Jennifer
It was just a few weeks ago that Sara and I reconnected via e-mail. We shared stories and pictures and we’re blessed with our reconnection after many years. I will truely miss Sara, but will try to always carry her positve outlook on life with me in every thing I do. And though no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that your family is very close in every thought and prayer.
My prayers go out to John and Sara’s family. Can’t believe that horrible disease took another wonderful person from this earth.
I graduated from high school with Sara and although I had not seen her since then, I remember what a beautiful person she was. She always had a smile on her face and her voice was simply amazing! My condolences and prayers go out to her family.
I graduated with Sara and I have been praying for her during this very difficult time. May she now rest in peace. I will always remember what a beautiful person she was inside and out. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Remember her beautiful smile and cherish all the great memories.
My deepest sympathy to Sara’s family. I had Sara in Study Hall when she was in high school, and remember her beautiful smile, and bubbly personality. I listened to her song, and smiled the whole time, what a great memory she will leave to all of us.
We will miss seeing that smile..so full of life.having so much fun at the Lourdes tractor pulls .
John, Peggy, Francie and family, you have my deepest sympathy and please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. She is singing with the angels now. Bev Valvoda
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sara will be so greatly missed by all of us who were fortunate enough to know her. She has always been and will always be our angel.
To the Nibaur family you have our deepest sympathy of the passing of a loved one turn to God and friends to help you with this trying time God Bless you all.
To: John, Francie, Peggy, Lisa, Jeff, and Greg. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Liz (Betty) Haugen Neunsinger
We want you to know, we will continue to pray for you and extend our very deepest sympathy.God Bless You.. Keith & Avis
Whenever I here that song ‘Out Here On My Own’ from Fame, I think of Sara. She sang it at a variety show in Junior High. She was wonderful. It is her smile I remember the most though. It was quick and it was contagious. No words can make it better for those left behind, but know that she is not forgotten. God Bless
My thoughts and prayer’s go out to Sara’s family and friends. Sara was a year older then me in High School, but her smile and positive energy was shared with everyone she came across. She will always be remembered and truly missed by many. Blessing from The McCumbers
I knew Sara in High School. I moved away before graduation. I recently had found her on Facebook. I always remember her being so happy and a smile on her face. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
we are so sorry to hear about Sara. It is hard to lose someone so special.She will be missed.The short time we knew her it felt like we were friends all of our life. we are thinking of you. Judy Polashek j
Rest in Peace Sara My prayers are with you and your family.
Sara was a beautiful person inside and out. She also had a wonderful voice. I have many fond memories with her in chorus and swing choir. We even did a song together in a variety show. I remember she always had a smile. My deepest sympathy for the entire family at this sad time. Class of ’88 Michelle Milnes Chiipera
I was fortunate to know Sara for the last two years as a client and our medical insurance ‘go to.’ It was easy to also become a friend. She was made that way. God bless you, Sara, and to everyone whose lives you touched. Pleasant journey.
My deepest sympathies to John and Sara’s family. I worked with Sara when I worked for Principal in Des Moines, and I also knew her sister Lisa in college at Iowa. I am terribly sorry to hear Sara lost her battle….she was one of my favorite people to work with during our time at Principal as she always had a smile and a joke ready for me when I’d travel to Indianapolis. Mike Lorenz
Hello John, May all the love that surrounds you at this time of sorrow get you through the quieter times. I’m sorry I can’t really express what I want to say so this probably sounds corny. take care. I heard a song this morning that reminded me of Sara the Beatles ‘Let it Be’
Sara has left a huge impact on the lives of so many people. She was a beautiful person inside and out. I think of her dancing and singing in heaven and hugging so many other people that have gone before her. She will be greatly missed but so many special memories will live on. Her courage and positive attitude will never be forgotten. I know she will be pullin’ for all the powder puffers @ Lourdes come July! God Bless you all!
I did not know Sarah for long but just in the short time I did, I was very lucky to have. My heart goes out to all that knew and loved her, Sarah will be missed. Michael and Kelly Clark
So sorry to have such a bright light go out. I will miss her positive attitude and cheerful voice. Her spirit will live on. John, you were so fortunate to have had her in your life. So many will be morning with you.
John, you have our deepest sympathies.
To John and Sara’s family and friends, our thoughts and prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow.
Sara and I were classmates at NHHS. We found each other on facebook about a year ago. I have followed her journey on the Caring Bridge and was inspired daily by her strength and courage. She taught me so many lessons I cannot begin to thank her for the blessings she bestowed on me. She has shown me that I should give thanks in everything..everyday. God bless her and your family. Sara has touched my life forever.
I graduated high school with Sara and will always remember her as a warm, friendly person with a huge smile! My thoughts and prayers are with all of Sara’s family. I’ve followed her journey on CaringBridges and hoped for a miracle, but I’m glad she’s at peace now and no longer suffering.
My deepest condolences to John and Sara’s family. Sara was a fighter and she will be deeply missed. Sara has and always will be an inspiration to me and everyone she knew. My thoughts and prayers are with her entire family.
Sara will forever be remembered as one of the nicest, warmest, and genuine classmates I had. My thoughts and prayers are with you John and Peggy and family during this difficult time. It is never easy to let them go, but it is so hard to watch them stay.
I graduated with Sara and want you to know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. She had a contagious smile and personality and will be missed by many. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Dawn Anderson (Tilkes)
Family- My heart is so deeply saddened to hear of Sara’s passing. She was a very dear and caring friend. Her strength and love will forever be remembered. I pray strength and peace for you all at this time.
John and Family, I am so deeply saddened to hear of Sara’s passing. When I last saw her Friday, I had a feeling she was moving on to a better place. She gave me a hug and told me that she would always remember me. It was the clearest Sara had been to me in a week. I feel beyond honored to have taken care of such an amazing and wonderful person. She was inspiration to us all. You are an amazing family. I am praying for your strength throughout this sad time. Please let me know if I can do anything. Again, I send my deepest condolences. Sincerely, Taylor Selakovich (‘Sara’s PICC Nurse’)