In memory of Sarah Ullmann
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Update September 11, 2024:
It’s been over seven years since we first created this GoFundMe page, and our family wants to take this moment to extend our deepest thanks to everyone who has supported us through donations, kind words, and prayers since Sarah’s passing in January 2018. Your generosity and love have carried us through some of our darkest days and have kept Sarah’s memory alive in ways that continue to comfort us.
To those who were true friends to Sarah, who stood by her side and shared in her light, thank you. If you were fortunate enough to know Sarah, you know how special she was—her kindness, intelligence, and vibrant spirit were a gift to all who knew her. Her loss remains deeply felt within our family, as she was the glue that held us together during tough times. Reflecting on her short 13 years brings us both peace and heartache, but we find comfort in the beautiful memories she left behind.
We are forever grateful for how our community came together to honor Sarah’s life and raise awareness about bullying and teenage suicide. Your continued support and love have been a source of strength for us over these past seven years.
While we will always grieve the many milestones Sarah never had the chance to reach, such as graduating, pursuing her dreams, and starting a family, we choose to focus on the lasting impact she made during her time with us. Her loss reminds us of the importance of kindness, compassion, and holding your loved ones close, as we never know what struggles someone may be silently facing.
If you or someone you know is experiencing bullying, depression, or other mental health struggles, please know that there is help available. Our family is here for anyone who needs to talk, and there are resources to support you. You are loved, you are important, and your life has value.
Local Resources (Bakersfield/Kern County):
• Kern County Behavioral Health & Recovery
Services Crisis Hotline: 1-800-991-5272
Available 24/7 for mental health crisis support.
• Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital:
661-398-1800
• Offers a range of mental health services,
including crisis intervention and inpatient care for adolescents.
• Kern County Youth Services:
661-868-8440
• Provides counseling and resources for youth
dealing with mental health issues, bullying,
and more.
Statewide Resources (California):
• California Youth Crisis Line:
1-800-843-5200
• This 24/7 crisis line offers counseling and resources for youth and their families throughout California.
• California Peer-Run Warm Line:
1-855-845-7415
• A free, confidential emotional support
service for youth and adults, available via call or chat.
• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) California: [phone redacted]
• Offers mental health education, support,
and advocacy.
National Resources (United States):
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
• Provides 24/7 support to those in crisis,
including teens dealing with suicidal thoughts.
• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
• Free, confidential support via text for
people in crisis across the U.S.
• The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386 or text
START to 678-678
A lifeline for LGBTQ+ youth providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention.
• National Bullying Prevention Center (PACER): [phone redacted]
• Resources for youth, parents, and schools
to combat bullying and promote kindness.
• Boys Town National Hotline:
1-800-448-3000
• Offers help and hope to teens struggling
with issues like bullying, depression, and family conflicts.
Though it should never have taken losing Sarah to learn such valuable lessons, her memory continues to inspire us and others to be better, to love more, and to spread kindness. We hope that Sarah’s legacy will encourage other young people to see their worth and know that this world is better with them in it.
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Original Post:
My little sister Sarah passed away on January 16, 2018. She was the sweetest girl you could’ve met. She was smart, kind, caring, and loving. She loved people and she wanted the best for everybody.
She was a second degree black belt in karate, and she even started teaching other kids defense techniques. She was doing trigonometry in school and she was only in the eighth grade. She was the light in the room, and her smile was so vibrant and it made everyone else happy.
She committed suicide because she was being bullied by kids inside and outside of her school. We not only want to raise awareness to suicide, but also to bullying. Know the risk factors and if you are contemplating suicide please call the Suicide Hotline.
She was so beautiful and she didn’t deserve to go so soon. We will miss her, her sweet voice, her laugh, and every other thing about her.
She was 13 years old. My family and I want to raise money to help with medical expenses, funeral expenses, and to bring awareness to bullying and teenage suicide. Anything and everything helps.
http://www.kerngoldenempire.com/news/local-news/family-mourns-13-year-old-who-committed-suicide-and-spreads-anti-bullying-message/924610007
Organizer and beneficiary
Katie Ullmann
Organizer
Calders Corner, CA
Leland Ullmann JR.
Beneficiary