Allison Christine Kobar

allison kobar

February 21, 1995 ~ February 21, 2023

Born in: Asheville, NC
Resided in: Asheville, NC

Allison Christine Kobar was born February 21, 1995, and entered the Kingdom of Heaven on February 21, 2023. Allison was profoundly loved by her parents, John Michael Kobar and Mechelle Henderson Kobar. She will remain the brightest light in their lives as she lives now in their hearts.

For someone to be so limited in her communication, Allison touched many, many people in her 28 years. Her smile and laugh could fill up a room, to know her was to love her. Her life, her unique gifts, her wordless love, was an inspiration to all who knew her and thousands who never will.

This amazing young lady defied all odds in her young life with a tremendous amount of care by her wonderful and caring past and present nursing team. We are truly grateful for all of her nurses but especially her most recent nurses Cheryl Ferguson (Mom #2/26 years), Blair Wirkkala (21 years), Ananda Sykes (4 years) and Abigail Godfrey (7 months). We also thank all the important members of “Allison Inc.”, her Doctors, Nurses, Teachers, Therapists, Attorneys, Accountants, Family and Friends.

Allison attended the PEP Program at Estes Elementary School for a short time and was even featured on WLOS with John Le as the first student in Buncombe County to skype into classrooms at Asheville Middle and High School. She went on numerous field trips, and even caught the biggest fish and was so proud of that. She also loved her numerous trips to Disney World with Dad, Mom and Nurse Cheryl. Allison enjoyed being read to, learning, listening to music, helping with arts and crafts, horse therapy, water therapy, manicures, pedicures and her visits to the salon.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her maternal grandparents, Joe and Susan Allman; her aunt and uncle, Ron and Julie Westman; aunt, Tina Henderson; and cousins, Brittany, Brooke and John Michael Campen. She is predeceased by her paternal grandparents, Kolman and Martha Kobar.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Fr. Pat Cahill at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at St. Eugene’s Catholic Church, 72 Culvern Street, Asheville, NC 28804.

In lieu of flowers, Allison’s family asks that guests donate to the St. Eugene Church Capital Building Campaign.

The family will be wearing purple to the Celebration of Allison’s Life and invites guests to join in wearing her favorite color in her honor.

Services

Funeral Mass: March 4, 2023 10:00 am

St. Eugene's Catholic Church
72 Culvern Street
Asheville, NC 28804

(828) 254-5193
http://www.steugene.org

Funeral Home Assisting The Family:

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806

(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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  1. Dear Mechelle and John: There are no words we can express that will comfort you at this most difficult time. Please accept our heartfelt condolences and prayers. Allison is free and in the arms of God. May she rest in peace.

    Carol & Robin Jordan

  2. Because of your love and devotion to her well-being, Allison thrived. Praying that you’ll find peace in knowing the light of such a beautiful spirit lives on.

  3. We’ll always miss your sweet girl, and it was such a blessing just knowing her.
    We love you and will always be here for you!

  4. prayers for this family. what a life miss allison had due to the outpouring of love that always seemsed to be abundant from her allison inc team. she has surely left a imprint on all who knew her and even those who didn’t. that wheelchair picture keeps coming to mind as we know that miss allison was completely healed on that last breath. love you all

  5. Blessings, Michelle. The Lord could not have chosen a better mom for Allison. Now you have your own personal angel in heaven.

  6. Dear Mechelle and John,
    It was both a privilege and a joy to know your sweet Allison. May her unending light and love continue to fill your hearts.

  7. Dear sweet Mechelle,
    What a beautiful obituary and testimony.
    I love you and I’m here for you and praying for you all.
    Sherri

  8. Dear ones, Mechelle, John, Susan, Joe, Tina and other family who loved Allison so very much. She was truly an ANGEL. She now lives with our heavenly father and her family who has gone before her.
    Allison was the true picture of love. Mechelle and John were truly wonderful loving parents. Allison was cared for with strong loving hands and heart. I think of the times she gave part of her beautiful hair to “Locks for Love”,
    which helped other children. Allison will be in our heart forever. What an impression this wonderful little girl left with everyone who knew her. Sending LOVE beautiful Allison and family. You all are in my prayers.

  9. I was so deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Allison. I enjoyed working with her and doing therapy with her when she was young. She has always held a special place in my heart. You are wonderful parents, and you always welcomed me warmly into your home. There is no doubt in my mind that you did everything you could for Allison and gave her a wonderful life experience. I keep thinking that I can’t wait to hug, run, dance, and talk with her when we get to heaven too one day. What a blessing that will be! You remain in my prayers during this very sad and difficult time. Christina Howard (Occupational Therapy ACS)

  10. Dear Family of Allison Kobar,
    On behalf of the St. Eugene Church Bereavement Ministry, I would like to express my condolences for the loss of your loved one Allison. Please know that our Ministry will be praying for your family during this time of sadness. Don’t hesitate to be in touch with us if there is anything we can do to help your family.
    Blessings,
    Ginny Raviotta
    St. Eugene Church Bereavement Ministry

  11. We are so sorry for your loss! May God’s Grace Comfort and Strengthen you all each day ahead! Sending lots of Love and Prayers❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Judy and Clarence Owenby!!🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻

  12. John and Mechelle,
    I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter, Allison. I know your heart is aching. May God’s love comfort you in this difficult time.

  13. John and Mechelle,
    I’m so sorry for the loss of your precious Allison. She will always be with you. Just think of her and she will light up your heart.

  14. Sending love and prayers to Mechelle, John, Susan, Joe, Tina and all of the wonderful family members of Allison. She could not have been born to a more loving family.

    Peace be with you.

  15. We are so blessed to know such a beautiful loving family. God’s richest blessings be upon you. Rick and Alice

  16. Mechelle, our deepest condolences.

    We are unable to attend Allison’s Mass today, but we send our prayers and love. Allison touched my heart is a very special way. I remember meeting her during a SEY Night and asking her about her favorite books, and at the time it was Twilight, I believe, then when she would come to work with you and would greet everyone, and even the time we dressed up for Halloween.

    Allison is loved and will be missed.

    In Christ’s love,
    Andrea and Abel

  17. Mechelle, May your beautiful daughter rest in peace. I only know the special Mom she had and God Blessed Allison with you, John and all the special people He put in your life! Allison’s funeral was so beautiful! God Bless you and all who loved your very special daughter!

    Rosemary🙏🏼


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