Travis Austin Sain, 16, of Hendersonville, NC, died Tuesday, February 3, 2009 of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
A native and lifelong resident of Henderson County, he was the son of the late Linda Faye Sain and grandson of the late Rosa Lee Sain.
He was employed by Auto Bell and enjoyed riding his four-wheeler and dirt bike. A member of Crossroads Baptist Church, he was actively involved with mission work.
He is survived by his loving family, his grandfather, J.R. Sain of Hendersonville; two uncles, Jerry Sain and wife, Betty, and Johnny Sain and wife, Diane, all of Hendersonville; his aunt, Janice Taylor and husband, Brett, of Penrose; and five cousins, Rebecca Clubb, Jerry Sain, Jr., Rachel Sain, Ross Sain, and Tyler Sain.
A funeral service will be held at 11 AM Saturday, February 7, 2009 at Crossroads Baptist Church in Zirconia. The Reverend Eddie Conard will officiate. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 ñ 8:30 PM Friday at Shuler Funeral Home.
The family requests prayers for Travisí friend, William ìWillî Stepp, who was in the automobile accident also and is still in Mission Hospitals in critical condition.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crossroads Baptist Church Mission Fund, PO Box 15, Zirconia, NC 28790.
Date: Saturday, February 7, 2009
Time: 11:00 am
Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 – 8:30 PM Friday, February 6, 2009 at the funeral home.
JOYCE OGLES FAMILY posted on 2/7/09
I DID NOT HAVE THE PRIVELAGE OF KNOWING THIS YOUNG MAN, BUT FROM I WANT THE FAMILY TO KNOW THAT YOUR IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS...TO HAVE A CHILD PASS BEFORE YOU, AND THEN THE GRANDCHILD, HAS TO CAUSE GREAT PAIN...IT IS MY BELIEF THOUGH THAT CHRIST CAN HELP YOU THROUGH THIS PAIN...HE CAN EASE WHAT HURTS AND BRING TO YOUR REMEMBERANCE ALL THE BEAUTIFUL TIMES THAT YOU HAD WITH HIM....
BILL & ELLEN TAYLOR posted on 2/5/09
WE'RE HAPPY TO BE A PART OF THE FAMILY.
Kayla Maybin posted on 2/6/09
Travis was a GREAT young man!! He will be missed but never forgotten!!! He always would put a smile on everyones face and he was a great friend.
Kim Bain posted on 2/9/09
I am so sorry for your loss. I taught Travis in the seventh grade. He was a special young man. While school was not easy for him, he had a good attitude and tried his best. He could always be counted on to do what needed to be done. He had a quick smile and a wonderful sense of humor. I will miss him -
Kayla Gordon posted on 2/5/09
Travis was a dear friend and he will be missed greatly. We loved him very much and we will meat him again in heaven.
Dennis Frady posted on 2/6/09
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Holly Canady posted on 2/13/09
ive know travis since i was in 2cd grade. he has always been a nice caring person always putting people first. my prayers goes out to his family im truely and deeply sorry
Kasey Pitts posted on 2/5/09
May God bess your family. You were much loved an you will never be forgotten.
Jessie Mathis posted on 2/6/09
Travis was my best friend for a long time, i'd say about 3 years. We awlays got in little tid bits but we always laughed about it in the end. He was a great friend. I hate he had to go. God must have had somethin big planned for travis. He was worth stoppin your day and goin to hang out with. He was so fun and nice to everyone. I will miss him so much. And i hope he knows i've always cared about him and loved him from the moment i met him. Rest in Peace Travis. You'll always be in on my mind and have a place in my heart
Elizabeth Camp posted on 2/5/09
I met Travis three years ago when he was dating one of my best friends. I didn't know him that well at the time, but I remember thinking that he was a pretty awesome kid. He came with Crossroads to the youth retreats that my church had. I remember the service the night he got saved and am so thankful that I know without any doubt he's with his Lord. I used to talk to him in the halls in between classes. He was an amazing kid and a wonderful person to talk to. All of us who had the privilege of knowing him are extremely blessed. He was the kind of friend you would want to have. My prayers go out to his family and Will.
Jessie Mathis posted on 2/6/09
Travis was my best friend for a long time, i'd say about 3 years. We awlays got in little tid bits but we always laughed about it in the end. He was a great friend. I hate he had to go. God must have had somethin big planned for travis. He was worth stoppin your day and goin to hang out with. He was so fun and nice to everyone. I will miss him so much. And i hope he knows i've always cared about him and loved him from the moment i met him. Rest in Peace Travis. You'll always be in on my mind and have a place in my heart
DAVID - DIANE TURNER posted on 2/6/09
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS.GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.
Boo & Donna Taylor posted on 2/6/09
Janice, Brett, and family: Words can't express how truly sorry we are. We know how much Travis meant to you, and how much you will miss him. Our prayers for you are comfort through your grief, happy memories, and eventually peace. Know that we are with you in spirit and will keep you close in our hearts during the difficult times ahead. God Bless! Love, Boo & Donna
Carol Burke posted on 2/6/09
I will always remember Travis riding his bike through the neighborhood, riding his motorcycle and how he proud he was of his truck. He always had a wave and a smile for Kendra and I as we rode past the house to get home. He was always a good friend to her as they were growing up. He will be missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
George & Shirley Lamb posted on 2/6/09
Our love & prayers are with you.
Charles & Renaye Coggins posted on 2/6/09
We're on a journey here below. life has its twists and turns. There's times on the mountains, The valleys are where we learn. God's on the journey with us, Be it days of joy or pain. This gift of life is precious. To be with Him in heaven is Travis's gain.
MELINDA FRISBEE posted on 2/6/09
Travis I will miss you.
SANDY MATHIS & JOE GALLOWAY posted on 2/6/09
TRAVIS WAS A FRIEND OF MY DAUGHTER JESSIE HE WAS FULL OF LIFE. HE WILL BE MISSED WE LOVE YOU TRAVIS
luada,royce and Angel Wynn posted on 2/6/09
Meet Travis at one of the mission trips with Locust Grove Church My Husband lost our Son So we share your feelings of despair but fear not for God will give you What you need to get through this my prayers are with the familys.
Chris Satterfield posted on 2/6/09
I did not know you personal, but I know some of your family members. May God be with them. Ride that scooter in Heaven
Marc Walker posted on 2/6/09
I will miss you Travis!! Thanks for being a good friend.. Marc
MARCELLA BLACKWELL posted on 2/6/09
I didn't know Travis personally,but I knew his Grandparents, his Mother and his Aunts and Uncles and I just want the family to know that our prayers are with them at this time. Terri Good, Keith and Marcella Blackwell
Derrick Thompson posted on 2/6/09
Travis sain we will all miss you,are the good times we had in 8th grade and on the trip,and at six flags that was so fuuny.but still we miss you and love you.we will all see you soon buddy
Debbie Moore posted on 2/6/09
Travis was an outstanding young man, always smiling and willing to help. He was in my 8th grade General Music class at Flat Rock. Late in the year I heard Travis sing and he had a beautiful voice! What a blessing he was to me. May God bless you and carry you through this difficult time. Debbie Moore
Megan L Anderson posted on 2/6/09
i will never for get the good times in chamber choir you were a really good singer.i will always love you and your crazy stories. always remember the look on your face when you found out i liked you.*<3:]* i love you
Tammy Crowder posted on 2/6/09
Travis was such a special person and such a shining star in my life. I have so many wonderful memories of Travis to hold on to. May God be with you the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
tyler newman posted on 2/7/09
Travis was a wonderful and great friend i loved the funny and kind way he acted i remember riding dirtbikes with him i never met anyone that could ride like him i will miss him greatly but never forget him, he has an unkillable sperate my prayers go out to his family.
James & Judy Osteen posted on 2/6/09
We are praying that God will comfort you through it all and we love you...James & Judy
Robin Bishop posted on 2/7/09
I was friends with his mother Linda. I can remember how she looked forward to the birth of Travis. He was her shining light. Travis was a good friend of my son Garrett who was always talking about Travis. I thought how funny life is that Linda and I were friends and now Travis and Garrett are friends. We will all miss him and will always love him.
Christy Heaton posted on 2/6/09
May faith, hope, and memories be with you at this tragic time. Travis was a wonderful friend. He made an impact on many lives, more than even he knew about. He was a smart, funny and handsome young man; and will be dearly missed. My prayers and thoughts are with your family at this time. Lots of Love, Christy Heaton
Justin Shook posted on 2/7/09
Farewell Travis. I wish I could be there to say goodbye.
Cathy Gilliam posted on 2/6/09
Travis was a very sweet and special young man. We have known him since elementary school (he was in the same classes as my son Zach at Dana Elem and the were always buddies). He always had the sweetest smile on his face and made an impact on all of hearts the first time we met him. We will miss him and his sweet smile and our hearts go out to your whole family. You will be in our prayers now and always. God bless and comfort you all. Doug, Cathy, Megan, Miranda and Zach Gilliam.
Don & Marge Bailey posted on 2/7/09
We extend our sympathy and prayers to the Sain family. We were neighbors, at 11 Countryside Drive, of Johnny, Diane, Ross and Tyler before moving to Martinez, Georgia
“Thank you so much for helping us get through such a tough time in our lives. We appreciate all the little extras you did for us. We are so grateful to the Lord for the kindness, love and support you gave to our family and helping us to honor our loved one. We will never forget you!”
teresa holbert posted on 2/6/09
We will miss your great smile and wonderful manners. We will miss you, Travis you were a wonderful young man who touched many lives. Lacy, Eddie, and Teresa Holbert