Welcome...
I would like to extend a warm welcome to everyone. I am Laura Westley, the eldest sister of Sarah, whom this website is about.
This site has been created in memory of Sarah Elizabeth Westley, a beautiful young girl who deserves to be remembered for the outstanding courage and strength that she held, while going through experiences that many will never experience.
For those of you who didn't know Sarah, she was an ordinary little girl with an extraordinary strong will. She enlightened the lives of all that knew her, and gave hope to those who didn't. She was a faithful friend and a cheerful companion. She had a contagious giggle she could make anyone laugh, even those that felt they had no reason left to even smile. While she wasn't always strong on the outside, she had an inner strength that nothing could break. Nothing could dampen her high spirits, even when she was sick.
In late November 2002, at the age of 11, Sarah was diagnosed with a mixed germ cell tumour. She underwent a successful surgical operation to remove the tumour and returned home to join her family for their Christmas celebrations in December. During the two years that followed, Sarah and her family went through a very traumatic time of their lives, one that they will never forget. It was an experience that would remain in their hearts and minds forever, one that could break even the strongest of family bonds.
Many struggles later, almost two years after being diagnosed, life held nothing more for Sarah and on the evening of 25th October 2004, she passed away, amongst her family and a few close friends. She was only 13 years of age. On the 30th October, in the presence of many family and friends, she was laid to rest on her peaceful family farm, in country New South Wales, Australia.
Sarah is sadly missed, as a daughter, a sister, a cousin and friend to so many. She may no longer be with us in body, but we each hold a small part of her deep in our hearts.
Sarah... we love you, and will cherish your memories for as long as we live.
