Nicole Pekarek
October 25, 2000 ~ September 13, 2016
Served by: Luce, Luze & Reck Funeral Homes
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Nicole Elizabeth Pekarek, 15, of Highmore, passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at Avera McKennan Hospital, Sioux Falls, due to the result of an automobile accident.
Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, September 19, 2016 at the Hyde County Auditorium in Highmore. Visitation began at 5:00 p.m., Sunday, September 18, 2016 with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service, all at the Highmore Auditorium.
Nicole Elizabeth Pekarek was born October 25, 2000 to Jason and Joey (Aasby) Pekarek in Pierre, SD. Her older siblings, Taylor and Matthew, welcomed her with open arms. Even as the youngest of three, she was a spitfire. With her foxy grin and witty sense of humor, she could make anyone laugh. Whether she was playing cards with the older crew or playing hide and go seek with her younger cousins, everyone enjoyed her company. With her heart of gold, she touched those both young and old. Nicole had the keys to life and lived them, doing things we can all admire.
Nicole had an adventurous personality, if there was anything new to try, you can bet she was there. Her outgoing personality and willingness to be a part of all activities made it easy for her to make friends. Riding horse, being with her animals, especially her goats, working on the farm, drawing, her new found talent of beading, and hanging out with friends were some things she truly enjoyed. Her love for new things didn’t stop at home. She was a beloved student at Highmore High, trying her hand at almost every sport, including golf, and finding volleyball to be her favorite. She was a member of FFA, state FBLA officer, as well as a statistician for the boys’ basketball team.
She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Stephan, where she was an altar server. Nicole gave the greatest gift through her death by being an organ and eye donor.
Nicole will be greatly missed for many things, but her enthusiasm for life will never be forgotten.
Nicole is survived by her parents, Jason and Joey Pekarek of Highmore; sister, Taylor Pekarek of Brookings; brother, Matthew Pekarek of Highmore; grandparents, Janet Pekarek of Highmore, Keith and Corinne Aasby of Highmore; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
She is preceded in death by her grandfather, Ronnie Pekarek.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in her name at Heartland State Bank.
Luze Funeral Home of Highmore has been entrusted with Nicole’s arrangements.
Nicole Elizabeth Pekarek, 15, of Highmore, passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at Avera McKennan Hospital, Sioux Falls, due to the result of an automobile accident.
Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, September 19, 2016 at the Hyde County Auditorium in Highmore. Visitation began at 5:00 p.m., Sunday, September 18, 2016 with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service, all at the Highmore Auditorium.
Nicole Elizabeth Pekarek was born October 25, 2000 to Jason and Joey (Aasby) Pekarek in Pierre, SD. Her older siblings, Taylor and Matthew, welcomed her with open arms. Even as the youngest of three, she was a spitfire. With her foxy grin and witty sense of humor, she could make anyone laugh. Whether she was playing cards with the older crew or playing hide and go seek with her younger cousins, everyone enjoyed her company. With her heart of gold, she touched those both young and old. Nicole had the keys to life and lived them, doing things we can all admire.
Nicole had an adventurous personality, if there was anything new to try, you can bet she was there. Her outgoing personality and willingness to be a part of all activities made it easy for her to make friends. Riding horse, being with her animals, especially her goats, working on the farm, drawing, her new found talent of beading, and hanging out with friends were some things she truly enjoyed. Her love for new things didn’t stop at home. She was a beloved student at Highmore High, trying her hand at almost every sport, including golf, and finding volleyball to be her favorite. She was a member of FFA, state FBLA officer, as well as a statistician for the boys’ basketball team.
She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Stephan, where she was an altar server. Nicole gave the greatest gift through her death by being an organ and eye donor.
Nicole will be greatly missed for many things, but her enthusiasm for life will never be forgotten.
Nicole is survived by her parents, Jason and Joey Pekarek of Highmore; sister, Taylor Pekarek of Brookings; brother, Matthew Pekarek of Highmore; grandparents, Janet Pekarek of Highmore, Keith and Corinne Aasby of Highmore; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
She is preceded in death by her grandfather, Ronnie Pekarek.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in her name at Heartland State Bank.
Luze Funeral Home of Highmore has been entrusted with Nicole’s arrangements.
A Visitation was held on September 18, 2016 at 5:00 PM at Hyde County Auditorium, 125 2 St SW in Highmore, SD 57345
A Prayer Service was held on September 18, 2016 at 7:00 PM at Hyde County Auditorium, 125 2 St SW in Highmore, SD 57345
A Funeral Service was held on September 19, 2016 at 10:30 AM at Hyde County Auditorium, 125 2 St SW in Highmore, SD 57345
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I cannot begin to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I cannot imagine your pain and anguish. Nicole was such a beautiful person inside and out, always kind to others, ready with a smile, and a true zest for life. She is and will forever be dearly missed.
My heart goes out to your entire family with my deepest sympathy for your loss. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Thoughts and prayers for Nicole’s family!!!!
Dear Pekarek Family Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this very sad time. Our deepest sympathy. Ken and Marge
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Nicole was a sweetheart and a joy to have in class. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Jason and Joey, I know there are really no right words at this time but you are in my thoughts and prayers. You have a wonderful community of people in Highmore to lean on and help with whatever you need. Take care, Gayle (Logan) Amundson.
Jason and Joey: We are so very sorry for your loss. If I could fix this, I would. This is the hardest thing you are ever going do. I wish I could tell you you’ll get over this-you won’t. Time does, however, make the hurt a bit duller. Hang onto your memories, you will always have them. You may feel like you are forgetting-but you won’t. Give yourselves a break, you are going to forget to do things, or mess up somethings, its ok. You will heal in time. Just take one day at a time. Some will be harder than others. Don’t be afraid to ask for or accept help. To some helping is their way to cope. After some time, people will stop talking about Nicole, they don’t want to bring up your loss, so you remember and it upsets you. They don’t know you have never forgotten. They don’t know you think about her every moment of every day. Don’t be upset with them. Even family members will do this. They just don’t know. We are very sorry you had to go through this, May God bless you and yours and somehow bring you peace.
Jason, Joey and family – my heart breaks for you. May you find peace in this difficult time.
Jason, Joey, Taylor and Matthew, so very sorry for your loss of such a beautiful daughter and sister. I will miss her smile and seeing her up on the altar at Saturday night Mass. Reading all the comments on Facebook, she was so loved by all her peers and family. Our prayers are with you all and if you need anything please give us a shout.
My deepest sympathy for you Jason, Joey and family. I recently saw the strength in your family bond we all knew was there 20+ years ago when you kids first started dating. Hold each other tight, I know you will find a way to replace the pain and sorrow with the comfort that Nicole is at peace in God’s arms.
My heart is breaking for all of you.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Nicole’s family, many friends, and teachers during this sad time and in the days ahead.
Our deepest condolences on Nicole’s passing. A beautiful light in the world.
Our heart is breaking for your family, Nicole always had a smile on her face, what a beautiful soul. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
There are no words at a time like this. I am truly sorry for your loss. My heart is broken for your whole family. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
To the Pekarek family: Thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort as you remember your loved one. Nicole was an incredible young lady with a kind and gentle heart. I feel completely blessed to have gotten to know her through FBLA. Thoughts and prayers. Brenda Merkel FBLA
We are so sorry for your loss of your beautiful daughter, and send our prayers to you for peace.
We are so sorry for your loss. Nicole was such a beautiful girl inside and out. She has touched so many lives by her kindness and generosity. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this terribly difficult time.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Nicole was a wonderful young woman who always had a smile on her face and a heart filled with love and kindness. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Stacy Rodman William, Barry and Ana Johnson Barry Rodman
We send our deepest condolences during this terribly difficult time for your family. We’re keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
We would like to extend our heartfelt prayers and blessing to all your family..so sorry for your loss
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Words cannot express the anguish I feel for your family. If I can be of assistance in any way, know that I am here.
During such a sad time it is comforting to know there is such a wonderful angel watching over all.
Joey and family, So sorry for your loss; we cannot even imagine how painful it is. You and your entire extended family are in our thoughts and prayers. Danny and Julie Mewes
My heart breaks for you all. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family and will be in the days to come. With our deepest condolences.
My heart goes out to you Joey, Jason, Taylor and Mathew. You and your whole family are in my thoughts and prayers every day. Babby
Our hearts ache for your family. Our continued thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Darrel and Kristi Hinkle.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Sorry about your loss. May God’s grace and love be with you.
Thinking of you guys and praying for you all
Thoughts and prayers go out to you. So heartbreaking 🙁
All of us at Osseo High School Volleyball extend our deepest condolences on the loss of Nicole. The Pekarek family has long been an important part of the Osseo High School Volleyball family, a donation in honor of Nicole has been made to her memorial at Heartland State Bank. Bill Quan, Athletic Director Mandi Burian, Head Coach
What a tremendous loss to her family and to the community……..my heart breaks for all of you.
Joey, Jason, Taylor, & Matthew, We are incredibly saddened by Nicole’s passing. She was a wonderful girl and growing up into such a beautiful woman. She will always be in our hearts and we will always remember her smiling face when we think of her, because she always seemed to be smiling! We are so sorry that we cannot be there for you, but we hope you know that you are in our thoughts every day. Love to all, Kelly, Reno, August, & Oliver Marquardt
Our Deepest Sympathies and Continued Prayers. The Whipples
We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful, amazing, wonderful daughter and sister. Our prayers, thoughts, love, hugs, and strength are with you. God bless and comfort you and hold you closely in his arms.
My heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of Nicole. To lose someone with so much left to share with the world is terribly difficult. May all of you find comfort in your wonderful memories, as well as God’s promise of a resurrection. John 5:21,28,29 and Acts 24:15 give us hope for the future, knowing that through Jesus Christ we have the sure hope of being reunited with our loved ones again, happy and healthy. Warm Christian love.
To Nicole’s family and friends, I am looking at the clock and see that it is almost time for the service to begin. I absolutely can not imagine your grief and can not begin to understand why things like this happen. You are all in my prayers for peace and comfort.
She was a great girl, She will dearly be missed