Time For Memory

Abigail L. Scott

1986 - 2007

ABIGAIL L. SCOTT

Abigail L. Scott, age 21, of Kahoka, MO, died Tuesday, November 20, 2007, the result of an automobile accident one mile east of Bethany, MO.

Abby was born September 30, 1986, at Wayne, NE, the oldest child of Mike and Sue Shepherd Scott.

Survivors include her parents, Mike and Sue Scott of Kahoka, MO; brother, Michael Scott, a cadet at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO; a sister, Elsa Scott of Kahoka, MO; grandmothers, Lorna Shepherd of Ainsworth, IA and Arlene Scott of Fort Dodge, IA; aunts and uncles: Robert Shepherd and Tom Shepherd, both of Washington, IA, Bill and Kitty Shepherd of Knoxville, IA, Dick and Deb Shepherd of Washington, IA, Rick and Sue Scott of Otho, IA, Craig and Paula Scott of Hudsonville, MI, Cindy and Leo Frehse of Sturgis, SD, and great uncle George Hart of New Berlin, IL; as well as cousins and other relatives.

Abby was planning to marry Patrick Kohler of Belton, MO, in the future.

She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Robert Shep Shepherd and Ernest E. Scott.

Education and the fine arts were an important part of her life. Before she was in grade school, she was involved in theater, music and drama as well as sports and academic activities.

She transferred to Clark Co. R-1 High School her senior year from Fremont, Nebraska when her parents purchased The Media in Kahoka. At Clark Co. R-1, she was a member of the Campus Bowl, Choir, Show Choir, Band, Tall Flags, Pep Band, Track and Cross-Country, Drama Club and recipient of the ACT Award.

At Fremont High School in Fremont, Nebraska, Abby was active in Student Government, band and choir, and competed on the swimming and diving team. She enjoyed target archery and technical rock climbing. She also loved working with animals as a volunteer for the Dodge County Humane Society and through an Explorer program at the Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha.

She was a 2004 Clark County R-1 Honor graduate and graduated from Southeast Iowa Community College at Keokuk. Abby was currently a senior Political Science Major at Northwest State University in Maryville, MO, where she was also a member of the ROTC Sweethearts.

Abby was the Clark County Coordinator for the Big Bros. and Big Sisters and worked at the Clark County License Office when she was home. The past year she had been employed by the Maryville Chamber of Commerce and License Bureau.

She was the 2003-2004 Old Settlers Queen and the current Miss Northeast Missouri, and competed in the Miss Missouri Pageant in June, 2007. She was active in the Church of the Nazarene in Keokuk and participated in church choirs and theater since she was a little girl. She had been in several of the Great River Player productions in Keokuk.

Abby loved sunflowers, collecting Cow Parade" cows and a good political debate. Her family had a special love for each other.

Funeral services were held Saturday, November 24, 2007, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul United Church of Christ in Kahoka with Rev. Kenneth Beckmann and Pastor Dana Jurgensen officiating. Burial was in the Kahoka Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Abby Scott Memorial Scholarship, Great River Players, or the Keokuk (IA) Church of the Nazarene.

There are currently 134 condolences.

yenniferl Saturday May 22, 2010 at 3:58 PM


Tracy (Timm) Arbogast Wednesday December 5, 2007 at 11:28 PM
Sue and family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. What a tragic loss. You and your family are in our prayers. Tracy (Timm) Arbogast and family

Jeff & Pat (Heisdorffer) Richards & Family prichards32@yahoo.com Tuesday December 4, 2007 at 10:07 PM
Sue, Mike and family, Please accept our sincere sympathy in the passing of Abby. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Alison Glasscock Monday December 3, 2007 at 11:35 PM
Mike, Sue, Michael, and Elsa: What do I say? First, thank you for bringing your family here. It gave me the chance to know and love Abby. She was my best friend and I miss her every day. Mike, you said thank you to me, because I was her friend here. I want to thank you for the opportunity, and it was my pleasure to love her. Please know that you all are in my prayers every day and that I hope God gives you the strength to heal. Patrick, I love you too. And I'm always here if you need me. I'm praying for you too. I can't imagine what it's like to loose the love of your life. If I hurt half as much as you, it's a wonder how you get out of bed. Just know she is a peace now, and that she's watching us all. God Bless, Alison aka Gertie P

Samantha Brooks sam_i_am_1231@yahoo.com Monday December 3, 2007 at 5:23 PM
I'm sorry about Abby!!!!! There weren't many people that I got along with in high school, but Abby wasn't one of those people! She was probably one of the sweetest people I have ever meet in my entire life! Even if you didn't deserve it Abby was always nice to you no matter who you were!

Mary Herkenrath Monday December 3, 2007 at 12:19 PM
Mike and Sue, I am sitting at my computer, now reading about Abbey. I can barely write, I am so filled with sorrow. What words can I use. I can only pray for you and your family during these dark hours. May God give you some sort of peace among your tears. What a beautiful person, you have so much to be proud of. And, you know where she is. God bless you. Love, Mary

Jennifer Machado Sunday December 2, 2007 at 12:07 PM
My deepest sympathies go out to your family. May the God of peace and comfort fill your hearts during this very sad time. My prayers are with you and your family. Former MAO contestant in Oregon.

Liz Grahl Sunday December 2, 2007 at 1:45 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with you....Liz Grahl Mrs. Rolla Outdoors 2007 and Sarah Grahl's mom

Sarah Grahl Sunday December 2, 2007 at 1:24 AM
My thougts and prayers are with you...may God hold you in the palm of his hand and carry you through these dark days to the brighter ones to come. Sarah Grahl Pre-Teen Miss Southern Central 2007

Blake Tade s403621@nwmissouri.edu Saturday December 1, 2007 at 2:41 PM
Dear Scott Family, This comes from the bottom of my heart. I didn't know about this until a week later. I had no clue it had happened. I've had the honor of being in band, choir, and campus bowl with Elsa and Michael, but I was fortunate enough to meet Abby my freshman year of high school. I enjoyed the times that Abby and I had over here at Northwest, mainly watching football games. I'll never forget her. I've been truly blessed by her presence. God Bless and I hope to see you around back home. Blake Tade, Putnam County/ NW Missouri St. University.

James Leezer leezerjr@ddg92.navy.mil Saturday December 1, 2007 at 11:40 AM
I am very sorry for your loss may god be with you

Kelly Irvin Friday November 30, 2007 at 9:14 PM
Sue and Family, We are very sorry to her about your loss. Children are so precious to a family. Having a daughter the same age (they were in the same year at FHS)makes one cherish every moment and realize how precious life is. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Alex Duchemin alexduchemin@gmail.com Friday November 30, 2007 at 6:53 PM
I watched Abby compete this year for Miss Missouri 2008 - I am a fellow MAO contestant here in WA state. Her passion for her platform and the arts was evident in her performance. My prayers are with your family as you go through this hardship. Alex Duchemin Poulsbo, WA

Veronica McKay Friday November 30, 2007 at 1:17 AM
Abby was a very talented, beautiful person. I loved her dearly, and am just happy that I was blessed to have her as a friend. It is a terrible loss, but now there is another beautiful angel looking down upon us all. And I will be sure to tell everyone I come to know in the future, what an amazing person Abby was, and how we were all blessed to know her. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Elysia Steyer Thursday November 29, 2007 at 3:36 PM
I knew Abby from Fremont High. We seemed to always have the same lunch period, so we would always sit at the same table. I never saw Abby in a bad mood nor was she ever mean to anyone. She was always a ray of sunshine, always smiling and always laughing. I'm so sorry for your loss.

lARRY AND MARY WEBER Thursday November 29, 2007 at 2:08 PM
Mr.& Mrs. Scott & family, If only there were some magical words that could take away the trememduous pain that has taken over your hearts at this terrible time in your life. Memories and pictures will become such a big part of your life now. Speak of your daughter often,and it will help. Please know that you are in our thoughts. Sincerely--Larry and Mary Weber

Carolyn Rix Thursday November 29, 2007 at 11:02 AM
We were out of town, so I just found out this tragic news. I will never forget her bright spirit, or that voice from the top of the stairs supplying the answer to her stumped teammates still playing the game, after Abby was supposed to have gone to bed. God sure has a golden child to cradle in his arms. I'm so sorry that you will no longer be able to do that.

Sandy Holland Thursday November 29, 2007 at 12:16 AM
It was a joy to watch Abby this last summer at the Miss Mo pageant. My daughter had nothing but nice things to say about her. I wish I could tell you that every day gets a little easier, but unfortunatly it does not. You will find a way eventually to get through each day with God's help. The days will turn into weeks and the weeks months and the months years, but your memories will never fade. My oldest daughter was only 21 when she was killed by a drunk driver, but I can still see her bouncing through the door with a vase of wild flowers she had picked for me. I feel her in my heart every minute of every day as I'm sure you will Abby. Your memories will sustain your family. We will pray for your family and the young man who was to become a part of your family. God bless you and be with you.

Beth Hartung Wednesday November 28, 2007 at 9:09 PM
I was on the flag team with Abby in Fremont & also participated in Battle of the Books at the Fremont Library with her. She was a lovely person, & will be missed.

Lu Waters Wednesday November 28, 2007 at 3:45 PM
On behalf of all the Miss WV moms you have our deepest sympathies in the loss of your beloved daughter.

Judy McClellan Wednesday November 28, 2007 at 2:30 PM
Dear Sue and family, I were so sorry to hear of Abby's death. We will be praying for all of you. With deepest sympathy, Judy

Cindy Coffindaffer Wednesday November 28, 2007 at 10:26 AM
I send my deepest sympathy to your family. As a part of the Miss WV Organization, we send our thoughts and prayers to you.

Barbara Brunetti barbbrunetti@gmail.com Wednesday November 28, 2007 at 9:07 AM
On behalf of the Miss West Virginia Scholarship Organization, we send our deepest condolences to the Scott family. We are all one under the Miss America Organization family and at times like this especially we want you to know that we do care and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Christine L. Wednesday November 28, 2007 at 1:43 AM
My heart grieves and my prayers are with you during this most difficult time in your lives. Christine Langdon A Miss America sister in West Virginia

Stephen Claasen Tuesday November 27, 2007 at 11:37 PM
November 27, 2007 Children are the most precious gifts from God. When they are small, we walk them to and from school, three blocks away, attend their musical concerts, and cheer them on at ball games. Then they grow up. After the car keys are relinquished, we listen for the car to return. During a date with a boyfriend, we sit by the phone for an update. We watch a daughter leave with a friend and his friend and pray for a safe ride back to college. Last Saturday night, Rebecca called around 11:00 p.m. to tell us that they arrived safely. The next night, she called to tell us about Abby. We are so sorry. Please know that your Abigail and all of you were an inspiration to us as neighbors in Nebraska. May your hearts mend and may you find the strength to carry on with your lives. Abby is in our hearts, as well as in our scrapbooks at birthday parties, musical events, and the Science Fair. Shes there with her beautiful smiles. Abby will never be forgotten. Our love, Linda, Steve, Sarah, and Rebecca Claasen

Sara Paseka Tuesday November 27, 2007 at 8:20 PM
I was in Student Government with Abby in high school and she never failed to make everyone smile. She always had so much to offer to the group and all around the high school. May God be with your family in time time of grief.

Gary Bolton gary.bolton@fpsmail.org Tuesday November 27, 2007 at 2:05 PM
Words are so hard to come by at a time like this. I just wanted you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and my prayers at this most difficult time. May God be with you and bless you. Gary Bolton

Angie Cunningham angie@misscolumbia.org Tuesday November 27, 2007 at 1:48 PM
To the Scott Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Angie Cunningham and The Miss Columbia Pageant Board of Directors

Carrie Eidson s200664@nwmissouri.edu Tuesday November 27, 2007 at 12:35 PM
Scott family, I had the pleasure of sitting beside Abby in class. She would always find a way to brighten the classroom. In such a large class, she made herself known and a friend to everyone. Be proud that you raised such a wonderful person. She will truly be missed at Northwest. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Reggie and Lisa Kelch Tuesday November 27, 2007 at 9:58 AM
To the Scott Family, We are friends of the Kohler family and Patrick and our son, Collin are very close. Patrick was the best man in Collin's wedding this summer and Abby attended the wedding with him. She was a beautiful, vivacious, lovely young woman. We are heart-broken for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God keep you in his care. Much love is sent to you now.

Edie Ronhovde edie.ronhovde@fpsmail.org Monday November 26, 2007 at 10:36 PM
Mike,Sue and Family, I was so so very sad when I heard this news. I enjoyed Abby so much when she joined my classroom in the 5th grade. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. God bless you and keep you. Love Edie Ronhovde

Teresa L. Norton Monday November 26, 2007 at 9:40 PM
I am SO SORRY for your loss!! My heart goes out to you all! My husband and I lost a little boy many years ago. Ryan was 16 months old.Both Rex and I share your grief as you see. We have said MANY prayers of comfort to be sent to you from above.As you may remember, I was an EMT with the C.C. Ambulance for 4 years,a fellow republican.Mike, you and I talked about our political views many times. I love you all and once again I AM SO SORRY and saddened by your loss. Sincerely, Teresa L.Norton

Carla Carrell Monday November 26, 2007 at 2:45 PM
I am a friend of the Kohler family and my heart goes out to your family. I met Abby at a BHS football game and watched her and Patrick. What a love they shared. I am deeply sorry for your loss.

Shirley & Warren Trekell Monday November 26, 2007 at 1:56 PM
Mike & Sue, Elsa & Mike, Patrick. Abby was such a bright spot in our family, too. All who met her, in person or through conversations about her, thought she was just about "IT"! We thought she was so good for you, Patrick. There is no way we know the reason for her being called home to heaven, we just have to trust in God needing her. Please accept our sincerest condolences. Shirley & Warren(Mimi & PaPa)

Robb and Angi (Bonar) Kauffman and Family Monday November 26, 2007 at 1:39 PM
Dear Sue, Mike and Family, Our hearts are just breaking for your family with the loss of Abby. Keep your faith in the Lord and look to him during your healing. All of our prayers and Love....Robb, Angi Ryan, Ross, Ryley and Addison Kauffman

Great River Players Monday November 26, 2007 at 1:02 PM
We are so sad to hear of your loss. Abby was such a bright spot in so many lives, whether on stage or as audience member supporting her family as they stood in the spotlight. Her smile, talent and laugh will be missed by GRP. We send loving thoughts to all of you.

The McAfee family mcafeefamily3@yahoo.com Monday November 26, 2007 at 11:50 AM
Dear Mike,Sue and family, We are all praying for you to get through this heartbreaking time in your lives. You are all in our thoughts......Ed,Kim & Jacob McAfee

Jim & Debbie Waples Monday November 26, 2007 at 11:47 AM
Mike,Sue & Family, we are deeply sorry for your loss. Abby was a wonderful girl, she had a glow about her that other people could see just by being with her. Our daughter Chelsey was a friend from High School, you are in our prayers Sincerely, Jim, Debbie & Chelsey Waples

Robert & Bev Laffoon Monday November 26, 2007 at 11:43 AM
Mike, Sue & Family. Such a loss is very difficult but we trust in the Good Man up above for comfort to continue on until once again you will be together. Abby was such a joy to be around and made the best out of every situation good or bad. She will be missed by all and was a wonderful and beautiful Miss NE Missouri. You will continue to be in our prayers.

Kirchner Clinic Monday November 26, 2007 at 11:33 AM
Mike, Sue & family, we were deeply saddened by your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Dr. Richard Fulton fulton@nwmissouri.edu Monday November 26, 2007 at 11:22 AM
Returning late Saturday from a family holiday, I was shocked and saddened by the news of Abby's accident. She had taken a couple of my classes and was in a couple more this semester. While she often struggled with the material, she always persevered with a positive attitude. She was reserved in class, but it was always a treat to look up and see her shining smile. As the father of a grown daughter myself, I can only imagine the hurt you all feel. I met with a class Abby was a part of this morning and all her fellow students send their love as do all of her political science professors. My sincerest condolenses to you all. You should be proud of Abby for who she was and for what she has accomplished. Dr. Richard Fulton

Kevin Mineart kjmineart@yahoo.com Monday November 26, 2007 at 11:08 AM
Dear Sue, Mike, Patrick and the Scott family, I am deeply saddened to learn of your tragic loss. My family is thinking of you in your time of need and you will all be in our prayers.

Charlie & Kim Shuman and Family Monday November 26, 2007 at 10:27 AM
Dear Mike, Sue, Micheal, Elsa, Patrick: If there were "perfect words" that could take your pain away, we would have said them a million times. Please know that you are in our thoughts daily.

Barb Muller barbara.muller@fpsmail.org Monday November 26, 2007 at 10:11 AM
Dear Sue and family, I used to sit on the city-wide PTA with you...you are such a wonderful person! My heart is so heavy for you. I have been thinking about you and your family. I can't help but weep...my thougths and prayers are with you!

Chris Merz merz@uni.edu Monday November 26, 2007 at 9:27 AM
Dear Sue and family, I am profoundly saddened to hear of your loss. Words are little comfort at times like these, but know that my family is thinking of and praying for you. Chris Merz

Paula Farris pjfarris82@hotmail.com Monday November 26, 2007 at 8:27 AM
Sue and Mike, I am so deeply sorry for your loss, words can not expression how I feel for you and your family. Sincerely, Paula Farris McConnell WHS Classmate of 82

Lu Ann Ehmcke, Fremont, NE luann41@msn.com Monday November 26, 2007 at 8:20 AM
Dearest Sue and family, How deeply saddened I was when I read of Abby's death in the Fremont Tribune. As you well know, she was such a great example of a young person filled with intelligence, faith, love and vitality. The photo with her obituary says it all. I know she will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her, however I also know that she is safe in the arms of our dear Lord who loves her. She will live on through the lives of all who knew her as they talk of her and live out their lives following her example. Of course, I never saw Abby after you moved from Fremont, but having known her here, I'm sure this is true. She was such a delightful young lady! Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers daily. I know from personal experience what it is like to find your way through the dark times ahead. Please know that I am here for you in any way you need me. Don't hesitate to contact me if there is anything at all I can do for you, just to talk or just to listen. I've been where you are and I'm here for you if you need me. May our dear and gracious Lord hold you all tenderly in the palm of His hand as you face the struggle ahead - learning what life looks like without your dear Abby. My prayers are with you all. Love, Lu Ann

Airen Ferguson Sunday November 25, 2007 at 9:06 PM
The Scott Family: My prayers and thoughts go out to you in this time of sorrow. I competed with Abby at the Miss Missouri Pageant and she was one of the sweetest people I have met. Stay stong during your time of pain for Abby is in a better place.

Amber LaMar~ LaMar Family livelaughlove@msn.com Sunday November 25, 2007 at 8:11 PM
Mike, Sue and family: I was so sorry to hear about Abby, I read it in the Fremont Tribune, and immediately remembered and thought of all of you. We just wanted to let you know, we were thinking of you! Bless you all. The LaMar Family

Randy Whitaker randyljw@interl.net Sunday November 25, 2007 at 7:01 PM
Dear Mike, Sue, Michael and Elsa, I was stunned to hear of Abby's death. I am so sorry. I wish I could have made it over to see you, and am ashamed that I waited so long to check out arrangements information. You are in my prayers. Abby was a special girl and will be missed by all who ever met her. I hope that GRP made a representation at the services and/or visitation. You guys have been a Godsend to GRP and the Tri-state community. Sincerely, Randy Whitaker

Susan Turpin-Mullenix Sunday November 25, 2007 at 5:26 PM
I am so sorry for your pain. Abby was a beautiful girl from a loving family.

Candy Martin candis.martin@us.army.mil Sunday November 25, 2007 at 2:15 PM
Mike and Sue, Words are not easy at this time. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

The Haberberger Family dpllh@msn.com Sunday November 25, 2007 at 1:33 PM
Mike, Sue and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. Duane, Patti, Linda and Lisa Haberberger -Fremont, NE

Sarah French Sunday November 25, 2007 at 12:48 PM
Mr. and Mrs. Scott, I know this is a very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Abby was a joy to be around at the Miss Missouri Pageant. She wrote me the sweetest letter during the pageant this summer. Matthew 5:4 says: "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." God Bless, Sarah French

Mathes family tmathes@centurytel.net Sunday November 25, 2007 at 12:19 PM
Dear Scott family, we are sorry that we missed you at the funeral, we had to come early. We all wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We all knew Abby from coming to our house, and we all loved her dearly. She will be missed, but her loving memories will always be with us. Everytime I think of her in our house, the memories are gathered in front of the mirror in our bathroom and as Travis says with a fog of hairspray. She is in good hands now and her spirit lives on everywhere we go. Sometimes we do not understand why these things happen, but God has a plan for all of us. We will continue thinking and praying for you all. Travis, Heidi, Trenton and Alyssa Mathes

Steve Wilson sdwilsn@swbell.net Sunday November 25, 2007 at 12:17 PM
The Miss Spirit of St Louis Scholarship Program extends their sympathy and prayers to the Scott Family. Abby was a talented and wonderful young lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Steve Wilson

Megan Taylor lil_emt_2003@yahoo.com Sunday November 25, 2007 at 6:58 AM
Abby was the sweetest girl. I remember being in band and going to church with her. She could always bring a smile to my face...she was always so bright, bubbly, and boy crazy. I send my deepest condolences and prayers to the Scott family in their time of loss.

Matthew and Stefanie Johnson Sunday November 25, 2007 at 12:13 AM
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. I had the privelege of working with Abby in the Miss Ne Mo. pageant. She was a talented girl and will be greatly missed.

Jeremiah & Ashley Brunk Saturday November 24, 2007 at 8:12 PM
Scott family & Patrick, We are so sorry for the loss of your daughter. I enjoyed getting to know Abby in Drill n' Dance and band, even though it was only for a little while. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Jeremiah & Ashley Brunk

Sarah French Saturday November 24, 2007 at 5:41 PM
Matthew 5:12 says: Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven. I know this is a very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Abby was a joy to be around at the Miss Missouri Pageant. She wrote me the sweetest letter during the pageant this summer. Please remember that Abby is in a better place in heaven. God Bless, Sarah French and family

Sarah French Saturday November 24, 2007 at 5:38 PM
Matthew 5:12 says: Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven. I know this is a very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Abby was wonderful and a joy to be around at the Miss Missouri Pageant. She wrote me the sweetest letter during the pageant this summer. Just remember she is in a better place in heaven. Sincerely, Sarah French and family

Erin Engelmeyer Saturday November 24, 2007 at 4:23 PM
I had the pleasure of working with your daughter this summer at the Miss Missouri Pageant. She was a lovely young woman. You could also tell she was a woman of great character and class. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

Le Bloemker lepaints@tvsonline.net Saturday November 24, 2007 at 4:06 PM
Dear Sue, Mike, and family, No words that I can send will un do what has happened. The only things I can offer are my continuing prayers for you and for God to comfort you in your grief. With love, Le

Walker Family janewalk4@aol.com Saturday November 24, 2007 at 11:36 AM
Sue, Mike & family: Abby was a friend to our daughter through high school. We enjoyed having her in our home. She always brought a smile, some craziness and much laughter, which immediately became contagious. We all remember the fun times the kids had at your home with Abby and all your family. How grateful we are to have known Abby if even for so short a time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jane, Ed, Jill and Seth Walker

Jeff and Brenda Anderson Saturday November 24, 2007 at 11:29 AM
Dear Mike,Sue and family, We are so sorry to hear about your loss..May Gods love for you all help you at this very hard time. We will keep you all in our prayers.. Love Jeff, Brenda, Alex and Holly Anderson

Gene and Deadra (Kohler) Clay Saturday November 24, 2007 at 11:25 AM
Dear Mike and Sue,and family, I am Patrick's aunt (Doug's sister). My husband and I just wanted to express to you our deepest sorrow at the loss of your beautiful Abby. She was such a joy to our family and we were all so looking forward to having her as a true member of the family. She had accomplished so much in the short time she was with you and you have to be so proud of her. Please know that she will be missed by all the Kohler family too. Thank you for sharing her with us. May God provide comfort to help you through this time of sorrow. In love and prayers, Deadra and Gene Clay

Joan Chesley jchesley@tvsonline.net Saturday November 24, 2007 at 10:56 AM
My memories of Abby when she was a member of the Battle of Books in Fremont are of a beautiful, bright, happy girl who brought so much into the lives of the rest of us. We read together, and laughed together. We talked about everything with joy and zest. Abby always had an optimistic enthusiastic thoughtful viewpoint and her impact on all of us was to make us think a bit more. I am so sorry for your grief, but also thankful that she was part of my life for a while.

John & Roby Hammond & family Saturday November 24, 2007 at 9:40 AM
Every parent's heart is aching for you now. May you find strength in family and faith.

Staci Holland stacinikoleholland@yahoo.com Saturday November 24, 2007 at 3:15 AM
To Abby's loved ones: It is hard to see the silver lining at a moment like this. For one to be taken so young is a mystery. I lost my 21 year old sister in 1992 to a drunk driver so I know what must be going through your minds right now. The biggest question is probably "Why Abby and why now when she had so much life to live?" Although these are questions we may not know the answers to, I have come to realize that sometimes God just needs a few more AMAZING angels at his side. I'm sure Abby is in heaven today singing her heart out and watching over each of you. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless! Staci Holland Miss Sikeston 2007

Meagan Burnett Saturday November 24, 2007 at 1:50 AM
I can only say that my prayers are with you all and she will remain in my thoughts always.

Noel & Dee Brown Saturday November 24, 2007 at 1:26 AM
Mike, Sue, Michael & Elsa, Words cannot express our sorrow. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God provide comforters for you during this difficult time.

Alicia Pagan ali_cat_1763472@yahoo.com Saturday November 24, 2007 at 1:18 AM
I went to school with Abby and she was the nicest person ever! She will be dearly missed. My prayers are with you! Alicia Pagan (Davis)

Mandi Toler Racy mandi.racy@gmail.com Friday November 23, 2007 at 9:52 PM
I was Abby's roommate freshman year at CMSU. We both lived on the Theatre SHIP and were Theatre mjrs at the University. Abby and I helped each other through quite a bit of stuff and I would like to pay my respects to the Scotts and family. Abby, even though she was fallible (as we all are), possessed a veyr special and bright spirit and zest for life that I have rarely seen in my 22 years on this earth. Please know that I and other students at CMSU (UCM) are praying for you all as you go through this enormous time of adjustment and mourning.

Gara Chapla Friday November 23, 2007 at 8:25 PM
To the Scott Family, As I read of Abby's great accomplishments and of the lives she touched, I am deeply saddened to know that a wonderful person is no longer with us. Our community has truly lost a wonderful person and role model for many young girls growing up. However, one good thing is that we know where she is today...with God, forever safe in his arms! You are in our thoughts and prayers. Dan,Gara(Plenge)&Ivy Chapla

Larry & Nancy Tague Platz platz@marktwain.net Friday November 23, 2007 at 6:43 PM
Dear Scott family, I am a correspondent for the Sentinel so I feel like I know Mike, even though we have never met. So I was sooo saddened when I heard the tragic news about Abby. I also feel like I knew Abby as I followed her royalty career in the Media. We were so proud of her & knew she deserved all her honors. I also feel a link w/ Abby as our son is a junior at N.W. MO. State even though when I asked him about Abby he said he did not know her. We just wanted you to know that Abby's life cheered many people along the way,,,people that she never knew she made them smile when we read of her royalty honors in the paper. Please know that all of us in Brashear, MO, have you in our thoughts and prayers.

Sprunger family Friday November 23, 2007 at 6:15 PM
Our deepest sympathy for the passing of Abby. We attended church with Abby and loved to hear her sing. She was a beautiful and caring young woman. She touched many lives and will forever live in our hearts.

Donald & Joan Kohler jokol31@peoplepc.com Friday November 23, 2007 at 3:54 PM
Mike,Sue,&family--Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of Abby. We are Patricks' Grandparents and therefore had a chance to get to know her. She was with our family many times and we grew to love her and were looking forward to having her as a granddaughter in the future. She was a truly beautiful person both inside and out. If only we were allowed to know Gods' reason for taking her now, it might make it easier for those of us who are left behind. But that is not the way He works. We have to fall back more on our faith and continue to remember that God has a plan for all of us and it will be carried through. All we have to do is keep the faith and we too will join our loved ones again. We pray that you have the strength to see you through this time of grief. Just remember that Abby is in a far better place than we are and she will want you to remember the happy times. May God bless you and your family and give you the comfort you need. In Christian love, Joan & Donald

Hannah & Justin Stark hannahallan5@yahoo.com Friday November 23, 2007 at 3:38 PM
Dear Mike, Sue, Michael, and Elsa, We are deeply saddened by the untimely passing of Abby. We offer sincere condolences at this difficult time. She was very talented and had a bright future ahead of her. She will be missed. Hannah (Vance) & Justin Stark

Mary & Mark Ringenberg Friday November 23, 2007 at 3:18 PM
Mike, Sue and family, Our hearts and prayers are with you. It has been a long time since we saw all of you. Time really gets away. Abby had such a wonderful spirit. Be strong and look to God to guide you through.

Tara Wegner Friday November 23, 2007 at 3:01 PM
There's nothing I can say about your loss, but my thoughts are with the Scott family.

Jan Martin Friday November 23, 2007 at 1:24 PM
Mike, Sue and family, What a phenomenal person Abby was to have touched so many lives. Our community has lost a truly beautiful person, inside and out, and she will be missed always. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jan & Russ Martin

The Sandburg's Friday November 23, 2007 at 11:51 AM
Mike, Sue and family You are in our thoughts and prayers and you have our deepest sympathy. Norma Robert, Joni & Family Richard, Angie & Family Kari, Doug & Family

Skye Henson Friday November 23, 2007 at 11:20 AM
Abby was a terrific friend and I have been blessed to know her. I will miss her greatly and will never forget her. With deepest condolences, Skye

Kerr Family Friday November 23, 2007 at 11:16 AM
Our deepest sympathy is with you all at this time of sorrow. Please know that we will keep Abby forever in our memories and all of you in out thoughts and prayers. With sincerest sympathy, Andy, Lynda, Tyrel, and Audrey Kerr

Don & Betty Zwicki dbzwicki@iowatelecom.net Friday November 23, 2007 at 11:13 AM
We are saddened to recieve the news of Abby's accident and passing away. It is so hard to lose a loved one. Thoughts and prayers are sent to her family and friends. Sincerely, Don & Betty Zwicki Bethel Church

Jenni Halley Friday November 23, 2007 at 10:40 AM
My heartfelt sympathies to you in the loss of your beautiful daughter. I am a Maryville resident, and read of Abby's death in our paper. I didn't know Abby, but by reading I could tell she was a special person with so much ahead of her. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during the holidays. May you find peace in the memories.

Maralyne Moody & Colette Prybil CntrySally@aol.com Friday November 23, 2007 at 10:20 AM
Mike,Sue,Michael,&Elsa, We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter and sister. Love,Maralyne & Colette

Linda Bell Friday November 23, 2007 at 9:24 AM
I had the opportunity to watch your daughter compete in the Miss Missouri pageant in June. My daughter Erin Bell competed as well. You have our deepest sympathy for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ron and Pam Ketchem Friday November 23, 2007 at 8:45 AM
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so saddened to hear of your tragic loss. from Ron and Pam Ketchem, and our sons Ryan, Brandon, and Tyler. Fremont, NE.

Doug and Gaye Kohler Friday November 23, 2007 at 2:25 AM
Mike,Sue and family....Words will never express our sorrow over the loss of Abby. She flew into the heart of our son, Patrick and soon spread her love to us. We can only consider ourselves blessed to have had the time we did with her. We so much enjoyed those times. Abby was a beautiful young women. She was smart,playful and always upbeat. Her laughter was contagious, as was her smile. Abby was a special girl to us. Our home will feel as empty as our hearts do now. We will miss her dearly. We will share the pain that you have over the loss of her. God choose Abby that day for a reason and we will never know why. But we do know he has a special Angel by His side now and some day we will get to see her again, to hold her and share her happiness, together, for spiritual eternity. God bless all of you. Abby, we miss you! Love, Doug and Gaye

Nick, Crystal and Lyla Triche s272412@nwmissouri.edu Friday November 23, 2007 at 1:02 AM
Mr and Mrs Scott, Abby is in our thoughts and prayers. She was a dear friend of ours and one of Lyla's, our 9 week old daughter, favorite babysitter's. She will be missed dearly. We are so sorry for your loss.- Nick, Crystal and Lyla

Mick & Sheila Wood Friday November 23, 2007 at 12:17 AM
Mike, Sue, Michael, & Elsa- Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this heartbreaking time. May God comfort you and keep you in his loving care.

Bill and Bev Crandall Thursday November 22, 2007 at 10:47 PM
Mike, Sue and family . . . our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. -Bev and Bill Crandall

Harold and Sherry Dawson & family Thursday November 22, 2007 at 10:43 PM
Dear Mike and Sue & family. There are no words to express how much our hearts ache for all of you. We pray you will experience God's strength today and in the days ahead. "Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always." Psalm 105:4 -with much love and caring, Sherry and Harold & family

Steven Still sjstill@hotmail.com Thursday November 22, 2007 at 8:54 PM
It's been a long time seeing or hearing from the Scott family for me. I sorely miss all of the awesome times we had in drama and choir in Fremont. God Bless you all in your time of loss and need.

DeDe Jacobsen Thursday November 22, 2007 at 7:09 PM
I just wanted to share this quote from one of Abby's favorite books from when we were in Battle of the Books together. I thought of her everytime I saw this book. I will be praying for your family. "She was illusive. She was today. She was tomorrow. She was the faintest scent of a cactus flower, the flitting shadow of an elf owl. We did not know what to make of her. In our minds we tried to pin her to a corkboard like a butterfly, but the pin merely went through and away she flew." - from Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli

barbara stewart stemb9@wdoemail.com Thursday November 22, 2007 at 6:23 PM
i got to know abby thru the miss missouri pageant as her field director. she and her mother were very nice people to get to know. she was a great example of what we think of as being a miss that little girls could look up to prayers and thoughts to you and your family. Barbara Stewart

Jack, Darlene & Shelly Chapman Thursday November 22, 2007 at 6:08 PM
Words are inadequate to express our sympathy for your great loss at this time. May God comfort and sustain you through this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with every member of your family.

Kathy Harriosn & Family Thursday November 22, 2007 at 5:09 PM
Our prayers are with you all during this time. May God give you the strength through the days ahead. Your are in our thoughts and may God bless each of you.

Caryl Grorud Thursday November 22, 2007 at 4:40 PM
Dear Scott Family, I remember your family from Linden School in Fremont. May the Lord of Life bring your comfort and strength. My prayers are with you all.

Jeff and Paula Rhoads Thursday November 22, 2007 at 4:39 PM
Mike,Sue and Family: You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. Abby's presence brightened the stage at Fremont Alliance Church. May God bless you.

Terri Beck Trbeck610@aol.com Thursday November 22, 2007 at 3:51 PM
I am in the Fremont Bible Study that Sue was in with Judy McClellan. I know that none of you know me that I just wanted to let you know that I am praying for your family. Terri Beck

Chris, Becky, Chloe and Anna Bertschi Thursday November 22, 2007 at 12:06 PM
Dear Mike, Sue, Elsa and Michael: We are so sorry for your loss. You are constantly in our thoughts and we hope you will get through this terrible time in your life. Abby was a special person.

Jamie Moran Thursday November 22, 2007 at 11:46 AM
Our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. May you feel comforted by the grace of the Lord. Jamie Moran and the Miss Metro St. Louis board.

Junior and Betty Stutz Thursday November 22, 2007 at 7:55 AM
Mike and Sue and family: We are so sorry to hear about Abby death. It has been almost 11 years since our daughter, Amanda, was killed in a car accident at the same age. Just remember to keep your faith and God will see you thur this terrible time in your life. That is the only thing that helped us. We will keep you in our prayers.Love to you and your family. Jr and Betty

Keri, Kevin, Mariah, and Grace Kearns Thursday November 22, 2007 at 6:09 AM
Mike, Sue, and family We send our deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your family. Have strength and may god bless you at A time needed the most. Kearns' Family

Doug and Michelle English Thursday November 22, 2007 at 2:16 AM
Mike and Sue: The angels are singing in perfect harmony at the arrival of one of God's children. He is looking down at you and saying, job well done! Abby is recognized for all her beauty inside and out, her intelligence, her kindness and all the hard work she believed in. But she did not get that all on her own, it was all your hard work and love for her that made her who she was and that was an angel here on Earth. I pray for your peace and comfort, knowing that she is warm, safe and still shining her light on us as she becomes one of God's singing angels. Michelle

Miss Moberly Scholarship Pageant Thursday November 22, 2007 at 12:16 AM
The Miss Moberly Scholarship Program extends their sympathy and prayers to the Scott Family. Abby was a lovely young lady. May you be comforted in the arms of God.

Dan & Carla Steinbeck Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 11:50 PM
Scott Family We can't imagine the degree of your loss. We are praying for God's peace and grace for you.

Bretn and Jamie Edmondson Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 9:29 PM
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Abby was a sweet girl. Jamie Brent Tony And Chelsea

Mary Rhodes Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 8:42 PM
We are deeply sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter Abby.

David and Beth Davis Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 8:14 PM
Mike and Sue, we are so sorry for your loss, our hearts and prayers are with you during this trying time. god bless.

Matt, Tabitha, Clara & Audrey Herrs Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 7:38 PM
Dear Mike & Sue & family, Words can't express the sympathy we are feeling for your family. You are in our constant thoughts and prayers at this time of sorrow. May the Lord by with you. Sincerely, Tabitha

Doug & Mandy Spieker Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 7:24 PM
Our thoughts & prayers are with your family at this extremely difficult time. Abby made quite an impact on the Knob Noster gang this summer. We all consider ourselves fortunate to have known her. God Bless.

Korandas Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 5:58 PM
We are deeply sorry to hear about your loss. We enjoyed watching her compete this past year at Miss Missouri. We will keep you in our prayers.

CITY OF WAYLAND Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 5:10 PM
We were all so sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with you.

Kiddoo Family ksk@nemr.net Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 4:09 PM
Dear Scott Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. Our daughter Hannah, enjoyed getting to know her when they were in the Miss NE Missouri contest together last year. Hannah spoke very highly of Abigail and was very proud of her. Our sincere sympathy and prayers are with you, may God hold you in his arms and heal the sorrow that you feel. Kiddoo Family

DELBERT AND TWILA HARPER AND FAMILY Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 4:07 PM
Mike, Sue and family; Our deepest sympathy to you in this time of sadness in your loss of your beautiful and talented Abby. May God bless you and give you strength.

Shelby Lawson lawson_shelby@hotmail.com Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 3:53 PM
To Abby's Family... I am so sorry for your loss of your beautiful Abby. I work in the SBDC office next door to the License Bureau. I last saw Abby on Monday when she walked by my desk and snitched some candy. I teasingly said, "I saw that!" She was so happy to be going home. Please know that we will be thinking of Abby and you all, and praying God will give you strength. We will always remember her. She was a lovely girl inside and out. God bless.

Ray County Outstanding Teen Pageant Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 3:37 PM
Please accept our deepest sympathy. Remember only the good times.

Randy & Irene Fish Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 2:37 PM
Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you at this most difficult time.

Kenney and Carla Ball and staff at Ball Volvo and GMC Trucks Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 2:09 PM
Never can we find the words to take away your pain. Never is how long it would be before you and this community would forget Abby. Always is how long she will live in the hearts of her family and friends. Forever is how long you will love her. Our condolences to you all.

Lindsay Casmaer Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 2:01 PM
Abby was truly a wonderful young woman and will be greatly missed. She was a bright addition to the Miss Missouri program! Sending prayers for you during this difficult time. God Bless, Lindsay Casmaer

Kim Tripp & family Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 1:59 PM
Dear Mike & Sue - We are deeply saddened to learn of your loss. My children think the world of yours, and we will miss Abby greatly. Please know that our constant thoughts and prayers are with each of you. You are such wonderful people, may good memories and the support of family, friends, and our community give you strength. God speed.

Gary Bogener Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 1:59 PM
The thoughts and prayers of the Miss Gateway St. Louis board members and titleholders are with Mike and Sue and their family. Abby showed a lot of poise and grace on the Miss Missouri stage last summer and she will be missed.

Maryville Chamber of Commerce and License Bureau Staff members@asde.net Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 11:43 AM
Dear Scott family, We enjoyed working with Abby so much! We loved her great smile and fun personality! She was an amazing person and will be greatly missed. Our sincere sympathies and prayers are with you!

Eric DeRosear Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 11:37 AM
Walla and I are praying for your family, Abby was such a neat young lady. Eric

CHUCK PORTER Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 11:24 AM
MIKE AND FAMILY. OUR SORROW FOR YOUR LOSS OF THIS PRESSIOUS CHILD IS GREAT. IF DEE OR I CAN DO ANYTHING FOR YOU AND THE FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF SORROW PLEASE LET US KNOW. CHUCK, DEE AND LINDSIE PORTER WARSAW ILLINOIS

The Morrow Family Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 11:20 AM
We are deeply sorry for your loss, may god be with you in this difficult time.

Dusty and Bethany Davis Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 10:20 AM
Scott Family, We were extremely saddened to hear of Abby's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Dusty and Bethany Davis

Jackie Elliott jackiee@nwmissouri.edu Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 10:04 AM
On behalf of Northwest Missouri State University, please accept our deepest condolences. Jackie Elliott Associate Vice President for Student Affairs

Paula Smeltser Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 9:39 AM
My deepest sympathies and love during your recent loss. May the good Lord keep you in his arms and in his heart during this time of need. We'll be with you in thought..and always. The Bentz GM Country Family: Paula, Jennifer, Kirk, Tony, Larry, Dan, Matt, and Rod

John and Julie Reardon Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 9:06 AM
We were so very sorry to hear of your loss. Abby was such a wonderful person and I know John enjoyed having her in Campus Bowl. I know there is nothing we can say to make things any easier for you, but we wish that we could. If there is anything we can do or if there is anything that you need, do not think twice about calling us.

Brent, Emily and Gracie Doolin Wednesday November 21, 2007 at 8:49 AM
Our hearts break for the loss of your precious Abby. She had such a beautiful smile and sweet personality. May God bless your family during this sad time. Brent, Emily and Gracie Doolin

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