Sara
Sara Goderre
Sara D. Goderre of Otsego, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, March 3, 2013 at her home.
Sara was born November 9, 1947 in Ogden,Utah to Rex and Agnes (Davies) Branch. She attended Paw Paw High School and worked and competed successfully with horses in the Western Pleasure Class. Sara loved animals and worked more than 30 years as a veterinary technician. Sara was a non-traditional fun-loving free spirit, who was always there with open arms to family and friends.
Surviving are her son and daughter, Gabriel (Dana) Goderre of Otsego and Megan (Ben) Knight of Allegan; five grandchildren, Devon, Olivia, Jaylynn, Trae and Ethan; siblings, Anne Branch of Lake Odessa, Steve Branch of Honor, Missy (Don) Torrey of Bangor and Greg (Diane) Branch of Otsego; a dear friend, Nick McCarty; many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Friends may visit with Sara’s family from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 P.M. Friday, March 8, 2013 at the
Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego
. Cremation will follow with a Celebration of her life to be held in the spring. (The family asks friends for contact information, either in the register book at the funeral home or on the funeral home website, so that they can send notification of the day and time of the Celebration of Life).
Contributions in memory of Sara may be made to
Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center
, 8450 N. 43rd St., Augusta, MI 49012, or to a college fund for her grandchildren (please make checks payable to Megan Knight).
Messages of condolence may be posted at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com
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Spring Venema
March 4, 2013 at 2:58 pm
I was so sad to hear of your mothers passing. She was a wonderful woman who always had a smile on her face. She will be missed…Spring Venema
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Pam Smith Baney
March 4, 2013 at 4:11 pm
I attended Paw Paw school with your mother. She reminded me of Hayley Mills. With her blonde hair, mischievous grin and perky personality she could have played her double in movies. She was very athletic and did so well in gym class especially on the trampoline. She was energetic and fun loving.
I am so sorry for your loss……our loss.
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Phyllis Conner Allen
March 4, 2013 at 4:23 pm
Missy, Greg, Steve and Anne, My prayers are with you at this time of loss of your sister. My prayers are with Sara’s children and grandchildren. I grew up on Marcelletti St and Sara was a Big Sister to many of us. Sara was a special Big sister to me. I will miss her. She will always remain in our hearts. Sara is now an angel in heaven. Love you all. Love you Sara.
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Wendy Hassel
March 4, 2013 at 4:26 pm
I love you Sara….
Megan…Gabe….I am always right here if you need me…
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Elsa Corsi
March 4, 2013 at 5:28 pm
To Sara’s family-friendly May Sara rest in peace and be guided to our heavenly Father. I will always remember and have always missed her. She has played a huge part in my life as well as many others. My heart goes out to her grandchildren, her children, Missy, Greg, Steve and her very good friend Nick. We will all miss her! Peace be with you Sara, your friend, Elsa
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Jill Rusticus
March 4, 2013 at 5:54 pm
Your Mom was always so happy and friendly I was sad to see her leave Perrigo but she was happier working with animals may God Bless your family in this hard time.
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Ed & Zarlene Main
March 4, 2013 at 6:24 pm
Heartfelt hugs, thoughts and prayers are being sent your way my dears as we share in your loss.
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Don and Denise Wilson
March 4, 2013 at 8:06 pm
What a wonderful person she will be missed… Her humor her love for animals. Most of all her Love for her Children and Grandchildren! Sara I will miss you my friend! Don and I will miss you!
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Tammy Rushing
March 4, 2013 at 8:09 pm
To all of sara’s family-Im so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with her at perrigo ,she was always smiling and she also helped take care of my puppy dogs when they visited the animal clinic.You are all in my thoughts.
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marsha holden
March 4, 2013 at 8:48 pm
Gabe and Megan: I remember your mom very well with a big smile always shining. She took my dog chow and Gregg spaded her and your mom slept with her all night so she wouldn’t be afraid or feel alone or aaabandoned. I will always remember all the great conversations we had while I worked at Shouts. RIP Sara never we’ll I forget you.meg and Gabe you can reach me at 998-6283. Marsha Holden
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Jenny London
March 4, 2013 at 9:27 pm
So many memories have flooded my mind since your passing, Sara. You were such a presence in my life for so many very special years. I remember you lending a good listening ear on so many occasions and I loved being greeted by your big bear hugs each and every time I would come visit you. Thank you for allowing me to safely experience many of my “firsts” with you, for the long rides with your sweet Kiowa, for your special hand written letters and for so often making me laugh until I would pee my pants (and then affirming that “it’s okay, you’re in the country, everyone does it!”) So fortunate we were to have experienced your spirit and energy. You are in my heart now and always. I love and will miss you my “Aunt Sabaraba!”
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Nancy Curtis
March 4, 2013 at 10:18 pm
To all of Sara’s family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Sara was one of the most fun loving persons I have ever met. I knew her from Paw Paw, rode horses with her, went to her fav place, shipshewana, and lived down the road from her when her and Tom were together. I have a tear in my eye and a pain in my heart. She will truly have a place in heaven. You are all in my prayers tonight. Love , Nancy
(Haluch)
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MELISSA DON TORREY
March 4, 2013 at 10:51 pm
HI SARA ITS MISSY AGAIN JUST WANTED TO SAY HI I LOVE YOU DO YOU REMBER ALL THE THINGS WE USED TO DO IN ADA, LIKE COWS WE HAD FUN DIDNT WE I KNOW DAD WAS UP SET DID ALOT OF DAMAGE YOU THINK WHAT ABOUT TRY TO RIDE IE DASIY MAY SHE BUCKED US OFF WILL THATS ENOUGTH OF THAT. DON WANTED TO SAY SOME THING YOU WERE THE BEST SISTER IN LAW HE TALKED TO HE IS GOING TO MISS HAVEING YOU OVER FOR LIVERAND ONION YOU REMBER I HAD TO EAT HOT DOG YOU GUYS WERE SICK WE LOVE YOU SARA WEALL LOVE LOVE ALWAY SARA DON AND MISSY
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G. Smith
March 4, 2013 at 11:07 pm
Sara touched many lives and is loved by so many people, myself included. She was a positive influence for me during my teen years and showed many of us neighborhood kids how to harmlessly enjoy life, but still be teens. I will always have fond memories of her etched into my mind. As Phyl said, she was a big sister to many of us. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gary (aka Garrett) Smith
Jacksonville, FL
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Becca Mitchell
March 5, 2013 at 1:21 am
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I worked with Sara at Perrigo, but I remember her best from my visits to the vet. She always showed my dogs such love and attention. You could really feel her passion for the animals. She will be greatly missed.
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Angie Pillars Howrigon
March 5, 2013 at 7:40 am
To the family of Sara – I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was such a nice person and she will truly be missed.
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Maria Peterson
March 5, 2013 at 8:09 am
I wish I had the perfect words to say, but I don’t. I will never forget her smile and laugh. I will always remember how she accepted me as one of her own. She will be so missed.
Love, Maria
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Jean Cunningham
March 5, 2013 at 8:56 am
Sara was a beautiful person in more than one way. I will miss her. She will be watching over her beloved family from heaven. for sure.
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Tim McGruder
March 5, 2013 at 9:43 am
Sara was one of the kindest people I have ever known. We worked together for many years at Perrigo, and developed a true friendship. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Please know that I hold you all in my prayers.
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Judy Hayes
March 5, 2013 at 9:57 am
I’m so sorry to hear about Sara’s passing. What a wonderful person she is. Her beautiful smile and humor I will never forget. Keep your memories close to your heart and she will live with you forever.
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Karen Ullrich
March 5, 2013 at 10:17 am
Gabe and Megan,
Al and I are so sorry to hear about Sara. What a shock. Our sincerest sympathies to you and your family.
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Kathy Gill
March 5, 2013 at 10:48 am
This is so sad, and my heart goes out to Gabriel and Megan, Missy, Gregg and Steve for this terrible loss. I will never forget our many times riding around drinking beer after softball practice and games sharing our dreams for the future. Precious memories, she will be sorely missed.
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cheryl rivette/weatherford
March 5, 2013 at 11:52 am
Sara and I became friends at the time she moved to paw paw we were thick as thieves literally we used to snitch her moms canned shrimp and run to the woods to devour the shrimp in fact i always blamed her for becoming allergic to seafood lol we were best friends
for quite a while then went different paths I’m truly sorry for your loss she was a ball of fire and definitely a free spirit she will be missed by her class of 65 we all consider ourselves as a family not a class and Sara was a part of that family.
God bless you all and give you peace during this sad time
Cheryl (Rivette) Weatherford
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Scott and Genevieve Wrobleski
March 5, 2013 at 12:05 pm
We wanted to tell you how sorry we are for your loss. Wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow and comfort in the midst of pain.
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Bertha Torrey Mellinger
March 5, 2013 at 3:16 pm
I was sadden to hear about Sara passing. My thoughts are with each and everyone of you . I hope you find comfort in your life knowing you were blessed to of had her in yours. Sara had a quality about her some may have not seen , but if you witnessed her with her family children friends and animals it was there
I hope she rejoices in the arms of the loved ones that have went before her, and for us left behind to know the promise that we will meet again . I send my deepest condolences to her family children and grandchildren and that in time you will turn to life and live in happiness as she would of wanted for you. RIP Sara your job on earth is done. As this door closes a window has open for us to make the rest of our journey with out you but we know in sprit your watching over us all.
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Linda Lyons
March 5, 2013 at 4:19 pm
She was such a wonderful Mother-in-law to Dana and a wonderful grandmother to our grandkids, and I felt blessed to call her my friend,and a very important part of our family.GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
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patti price
March 5, 2013 at 6:45 pm
Sara always seemed happy, always laughing, always smiling! we got to be friends at perrigo, and i always enjoyed our interesting conversations. She was nice to everyone, and a special lady, i will miss her along with many others. God bless you all.
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Jackie Moreno Arter
March 5, 2013 at 7:07 pm
I would like to offer my condolences to Sara’s family. I have fond memories of years ago when we were in school together. I hope your memories will help you thru this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Mary ( McKenzalin ) Hudson
March 6, 2013 at 9:14 am
Gabe, Meagan and Scoop, I am so sorry, Sara is such a wonderful person. I have such wonderful fun memories of Gabe, Megan, Donny, Ben and Rachel, Laurie and Jeremy all growing up together and the fun we four women had, ( your mom, scoop, Denise and I ) We practically lived at your house. Your Mom will live in my heart forever and I pray you find peace in her memories. I know she is riding Kiowa through the fields in Heaven with a big smile on her face and Clancy by her side. Those three were perfect harmony together. Love to you all
Mary ( McKenzalin ) Hudson
In Loving Memory of Sara Goderre ( Goderrski )
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Linda Woodman Toliusis
March 6, 2013 at 12:26 pm
Sara~If you find a treehouse in Heaven, climb up, think of me, and declare, “no boys allowed!”. Old memories made in Paw Paw, remembered, and still held dear. You are forever in my heart. Our Class of 65 family will miss your sparkle.
Love and sympathy to Gabe, Megan, and all loved ones.
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Jackie Alden
March 6, 2013 at 6:47 pm
My sympathy goes out to Sara’s family. I’m so sorry for your loss. Whenever I think of your Mom and some of the ‘things’ we used to get into it puts a smile on my face. like the time she ‘kidnapped’ me from the Dog N Suds at lunchtime, across from the High School….
(senior year) and we went out to Blockers Pond for the afternoon…
what great times.. she will be missed by many… love you Sara.
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Brad and Lorrie Bush(wilson)
March 7, 2013 at 9:07 am
Our greatest thoughts and prayers are with the family. I am grateful to have known her and that I had ran into her the other day and was able to tell her I love her and she got to see my girls. Sare you will be missed greatly….Love you Gabe and Megan(Mug Shot).
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Robert Goderre
March 7, 2013 at 9:31 am
Gabriel and Megan. Very sorry for your loss and especially sorry I cannot be there with you. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and I will call/contact you soon……………Uncle Robert
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Jodie Nagel
March 7, 2013 at 2:37 pm
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Sara was such a happy and joyful person and will be deeply missed. I loved working with her at Perrigo for all of the years that I did. She always knew how to put a smile on my face everyday that I worked with her. I was sad to see her leave Perrigo, but I know that her real true passion was to work with the animals. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Cyndi {Moore} Paschal
March 7, 2013 at 6:26 pm
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Sara was one of the kids with the most sparkle in our CLASS OF 65. I know she will be blessed due to her work with animals & @ the center. May God be with you all.
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Rich & Marleah Simons, 2362 103rd Ave. Otsego
March 7, 2013 at 7:52 pm
We are so very sorry that Sara (Miss Trouble, as my husband always called her) has left us. We were shocked to say the least. Sara was so funny, friendly and a wonderful neighbor. Every year when we put up the orange snow fence we could hear Sara’s dislike, as she knew that meant old man winter was soon to arrive.
Whenever we couldn’t get our cat to take her pill Sara would stop on her way home and do it for us. It was so easy for Sara and impossible for us. Last time she stopped to help, I had just loaded up on new dish clothes..Just so happened Sara needed some so I let her pick the colors and insisted she take half the pile. Oh yes and the night we talked on the phone for 2 hours !!!…Sara is such a likeable person. We will miss her & her laughs in the neighborhood and in our hearts. Rest in peace Sara and when you get to heaven play on the rainbow bridge with all the family, friends and animals that passed before you. Love you girl.
Our prayers for healing to all of Sara’s family. Know that the Lords arms are wrapped around you. The void will never be filled but time will help ease your pain. We have lost a wonderful person but Heaven has gained a true angel. God Bless
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Jan Wert
March 8, 2013 at 9:25 am
I attended Paw Paw High with your mom. I spent a lot of time at her home giggling like silly teenage girls do. Sara was one of kind! A true free spirit, cute as they come, athletic and always fun. I was so excited to find her on Facebook after all these years. I am so sad for all of us at her passing. I shall always remember her as someone full of life and fun! She was kind and never mean to anyone. A joy to know. So sorry for your loss of such a great gal.
Jan Wert
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Tara Town-Curtis
March 8, 2013 at 4:27 pm
Oh Goderre, where do I begin?!?! We had such an amazing friendship, I cherished every second of it! I’m going to miss our “safety meetings” at work, jumping out to scare you, and even swatting you butt!!! Work is just not the same without you! He took you away, way to soon!! I will miss you my dear friend, may you rest in peace and be my angel above! Love you Goderre!!!!!
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Gabriel Hunter Goderre
March 9, 2013 at 4:49 am
Mom, let me first of all begin by saying, the first thing I did when I got home tonight was bring the trash can up to the house, and without hesitation, instantly closed the door behind me. I always tried to do the simple things for you like taking garbage out, doors, etc., but for some reason maybe only you and I know, i always always either put the garbage backwards, or would forget to close the door!!!! Well worry no more, the tradition lives on, as I was walking inside the house wednesday night I forgot to close the door, and all of the sudden I hear, Gabe, is it cold out side? “yes” I respond, and I hear, “then SHUT THE DOOR!!!!!”…It was Brandon, and I just smiled because I knew that was just it, her love, devotion, teaching, parenting, nuturing, best mom ever ways had not only come through in Gillies, but it was a sudden realization of just how many of my friends learned things, and were touched by you…You were their mom also..J-Ves, Matt, Beatle, Quinn, Kruitoff, peterson, gosh, coombs, and proctor, everyone, everyone loved you. And it wasnt because of this or that, you said this and we did that, it was because of the respect you gave and the way they all respected you. Its nice that your good traits have rubbed off on so many people, and Im so proud of all the things you were able to do and accomplish. You, are the greatest inspiration a son/daughter could ever hope for. Ok, now……………………
I have so much to be thankful for, and so many wonderful memories that will fill all of my days, and I know that eventually I wont think about horrible things, the good will over power the bad, and I will be fine, but I will not easily accept the unexpected and sudden way you were torn out of my life. I miss you so much, and I have never ever been or felt so so sad, I can do nothing but cry amd cry and cry…so so bad, and so badly miss you, and Im really angry right now about so many things that it really has been a hard time for me to even stand at times. Oh I tried, so hard to make you proud today, it was horrible, and there isnt one time I can think about that I just didnt know if I was going to be able to carry on, but someway, somehow Im here talking to you, so I must have survived everything. It will take time. I know this. There were so many people there I was so afraid that because of me, they wouldnt come, but they did, mom they did and they stayed for so long, everyone was so sad, megan, oh my poor sister, I dont know how, but she is the one who pulled me through the week, she never gave up on me. I just didnt want to do it. anything, not this damn letter, not anything. I love you so much, and I dont care if im babbling on to you, I just want to sit and cry and hold you, but ill sit and cry and talk to you here, because thats what I have now…..You also would be so proud of Greg, he made sure i was awake, and ready, and has been just right there for me, holding me up, making sure i was ok. Im sorry im getting your keyboard all messy, just like today im trying but I just dont know where the answer to anything is i cant think about anything, nothing makes sense. I will know, in time, but I sure dont have a clue right now, how in the world im going to do this thing thats called being ok, taking care of me, or anything, because im just trying to figure out how im supposed to life my life without you……………………………….mom I could use a hug right now, I love you and miss you so much……….Gabe
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Selkie O'Mira
March 10, 2013 at 1:57 pm
Gabe, Megan, Missy, Greg, Steve, all of Sara’s family and dear friends, I am so sad and sorry for this immense loss. Your mom, sister, grandmother, friend, love, was a shining light in this old world, and it’s impossible to think of not seeing her again. I don’t know how people can just poof on out of here like that – one minute they’re here and then they’re not. I don’t think you really get over it, but you kind of get used to it after awhile. Be gentle with yourselves – it takes time. And Sara, my beloved old friend, may you carry the power and goodness of Earth with you wherever you may go. Thank you for teaching me how to climb trees and ride horses. love love love, always, Selkie O’ (Ginny Thompson)
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Melissa Foerster
March 10, 2013 at 7:01 pm
Oh Sara. My dearest friend. I cannot express just how much you are missed and how much we all loved you. Andy’s favorite memory of you was when you were taking a huge dog out of surgery, and he was pulling you through the office. He asked you if you wanted so help, and as you were pulled out the door you yelled “Nope! Got him!!”. It always makes me smile when I think of all of the fun we had together. I didn’t get to spend as much time with you as I would have liked, but I thank God that you were in my life. There were so many times that I needed someone and you were there with open arms. I will miss you walking me out to my car, having our breaks, and making jokes. I will miss the smile that you brought to my face and the stories you always shared with me. Thank you for teaching me so much, and thank you for your love and friendship. I think of you always, and I carry you in my heart wherever I go. To Sara’s Family, if you need anything at all, I am here. I love you, Sara. Until we meet again, dear friend. Until we meet again.
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charles lyons
March 11, 2013 at 10:13 am
I am so sorry to hear about Sara’s passing. I would love to hear from you so I can attend the Spring ceremony . I remember her being really into horses. She was a wonderful nice lady. Please let me know about the spring.
Charles Lyons
Charleslyons1941@yahoo.com
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scott whiting
March 13, 2013 at 3:49 pm
Sara was so special. She went above and beyond when taking care of my dying dog, Copa. She helped me grieve and get through the pain. She had a special gift and she will absolutely be missed.
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Larry Pillars
March 23, 2013 at 12:31 am
sara although our friendship was short it lasted a lifetime , everytime i saw you we started right where we left off . a friend indeed you will be missed.
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Rebecca (Becky) London
March 23, 2013 at 11:37 am
Sara,
when i was 5 there were 2 people who were my heros…Cher because she was a rebel and made fun of Sonny, and YOU…because you dared to really live life!
I will never forget watching you play softball barefoot and getting to play with your puppies under your trailer in Paw Paw when i was young. You were the aunt who really invested in all of us cousins to the point that we all knew what it was like to visit during school breaks, spend time swimming, horseback riding, playing softball, and joking and playing around. You showed me that it was okay to be unconventional and to dare and take risks and experience freedom of thoughts and feelings.
Sara, you helped me bridge from adolescence to adulthood and took me in during a difficult and crazy time for me and you did it for a LONG time!(i often thought you were crazy for being willing to do that). I am the person I am today in part because you were willing to play aunt, mom, friend, and at times advocate for me. i know what you sacrificed to do this, and that it was not easy, and so i want to tell you thank you from the bottom of my heart. I promise to always be a part of keeping your memory alive with my cousins and their kids. This will not be that difficult, because a part of you lives in us all. I love you and miss you very much!
Bec-
Ps…thanks to your braiding skills, i have earned the reputation as the niece with the braided pigtails from way back when…
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Susan and Jerry Weiss
August 2, 2015 at 6:16 pm
We just learned of Sara’s passing. What a shock! We have many, many fond memories as your neighbors back on 103rd. We still smile when we think of you. RIP, Sara!
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Sara was born November 9, 1947 in Ogden,Utah to Rex and Agnes (Davies) Branch. She attended Paw Paw High School and worked and competed successfully with horses in the Western Pleasure Class. Sara loved animals and worked more than 30 years as a veterinary technician. Sara was a non-traditional fun-loving free spirit, who was always there with open arms to family and friends.
Surviving are her son and daughter, Gabriel (Dana) Goderre of Otsego and Megan (Ben) Knight of Allegan; five grandchildren, Devon, Olivia, Jaylynn, Trae and Ethan; siblings, Anne Branch of Lake Odessa, Steve Branch of Honor, Missy (Don) Torrey of Bangor and Greg (Diane) Branch of Otsego; a dear friend, Nick McCarty; many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Friends may visit with Sara’s family from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 P.M. Friday, March 8, 2013 at the
Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego
. Cremation will follow with a Celebration of her life to be held in the spring. (The family asks friends for contact information, either in the register book at the funeral home or on the funeral home website, so that they can send notification of the day and time of the Celebration of Life).
Contributions in memory of Sara may be made to
Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center
, 8450 N. 43rd St., Augusta, MI 49012, or to a college fund for her grandchildren (please make checks payable to Megan Knight).
Messages of condolence may be posted at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com
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Spring Venema
March 4, 2013 at 2:58 pm
I was so sad to hear of your mothers passing. She was a wonderful woman who always had a smile on her face. She will be missed…Spring Venema
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Pam Smith Baney
March 4, 2013 at 4:11 pm
I attended Paw Paw school with your mother. She reminded me of Hayley Mills. With her blonde hair, mischievous grin and perky personality she could have played her double in movies. She was very athletic and did so well in gym class especially on the trampoline. She was energetic and fun loving.
I am so sorry for your loss……our loss.
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Phyllis Conner Allen
March 4, 2013 at 4:23 pm
Missy, Greg, Steve and Anne, My prayers are with you at this time of loss of your sister. My prayers are with Sara’s children and grandchildren. I grew up on Marcelletti St and Sara was a Big Sister to many of us. Sara was a special Big sister to me. I will miss her. She will always remain in our hearts. Sara is now an angel in heaven. Love you all. Love you Sara.
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Wendy Hassel
March 4, 2013 at 4:26 pm
I love you Sara….
Megan…Gabe….I am always right here if you need me…
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Elsa Corsi
March 4, 2013 at 5:28 pm
To Sara’s family-friendly May Sara rest in peace and be guided to our heavenly Father. I will always remember and have always missed her. She has played a huge part in my life as well as many others. My heart goes out to her grandchildren, her children, Missy, Greg, Steve and her very good friend Nick. We will all miss her! Peace be with you Sara, your friend, Elsa
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Jill Rusticus
March 4, 2013 at 5:54 pm
Your Mom was always so happy and friendly I was sad to see her leave Perrigo but she was happier working with animals may God Bless your family in this hard time.
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Ed & Zarlene Main
March 4, 2013 at 6:24 pm
Heartfelt hugs, thoughts and prayers are being sent your way my dears as we share in your loss.
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Don and Denise Wilson
March 4, 2013 at 8:06 pm
What a wonderful person she will be missed… Her humor her love for animals. Most of all her Love for her Children and Grandchildren! Sara I will miss you my friend! Don and I will miss you!
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Tammy Rushing
March 4, 2013 at 8:09 pm
To all of sara’s family-Im so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with her at perrigo ,she was always smiling and she also helped take care of my puppy dogs when they visited the animal clinic.You are all in my thoughts.
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marsha holden
March 4, 2013 at 8:48 pm
Gabe and Megan: I remember your mom very well with a big smile always shining. She took my dog chow and Gregg spaded her and your mom slept with her all night so she wouldn’t be afraid or feel alone or aaabandoned. I will always remember all the great conversations we had while I worked at Shouts. RIP Sara never we’ll I forget you.meg and Gabe you can reach me at 998-6283. Marsha Holden
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Jenny London
March 4, 2013 at 9:27 pm
So many memories have flooded my mind since your passing, Sara. You were such a presence in my life for so many very special years. I remember you lending a good listening ear on so many occasions and I loved being greeted by your big bear hugs each and every time I would come visit you. Thank you for allowing me to safely experience many of my “firsts” with you, for the long rides with your sweet Kiowa, for your special hand written letters and for so often making me laugh until I would pee my pants (and then affirming that “it’s okay, you’re in the country, everyone does it!”) So fortunate we were to have experienced your spirit and energy. You are in my heart now and always. I love and will miss you my “Aunt Sabaraba!”
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Nancy Curtis
March 4, 2013 at 10:18 pm
To all of Sara’s family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Sara was one of the most fun loving persons I have ever met. I knew her from Paw Paw, rode horses with her, went to her fav place, shipshewana, and lived down the road from her when her and Tom were together. I have a tear in my eye and a pain in my heart. She will truly have a place in heaven. You are all in my prayers tonight. Love , Nancy
(Haluch)
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MELISSA DON TORREY
March 4, 2013 at 10:51 pm
HI SARA ITS MISSY AGAIN JUST WANTED TO SAY HI I LOVE YOU DO YOU REMBER ALL THE THINGS WE USED TO DO IN ADA, LIKE COWS WE HAD FUN DIDNT WE I KNOW DAD WAS UP SET DID ALOT OF DAMAGE YOU THINK WHAT ABOUT TRY TO RIDE IE DASIY MAY SHE BUCKED US OFF WILL THATS ENOUGTH OF THAT. DON WANTED TO SAY SOME THING YOU WERE THE BEST SISTER IN LAW HE TALKED TO HE IS GOING TO MISS HAVEING YOU OVER FOR LIVERAND ONION YOU REMBER I HAD TO EAT HOT DOG YOU GUYS WERE SICK WE LOVE YOU SARA WEALL LOVE LOVE ALWAY SARA DON AND MISSY
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G. Smith
March 4, 2013 at 11:07 pm
Sara touched many lives and is loved by so many people, myself included. She was a positive influence for me during my teen years and showed many of us neighborhood kids how to harmlessly enjoy life, but still be teens. I will always have fond memories of her etched into my mind. As Phyl said, she was a big sister to many of us. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gary (aka Garrett) Smith
Jacksonville, FL
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Becca Mitchell
March 5, 2013 at 1:21 am
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I worked with Sara at Perrigo, but I remember her best from my visits to the vet. She always showed my dogs such love and attention. You could really feel her passion for the animals. She will be greatly missed.
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Angie Pillars Howrigon
March 5, 2013 at 7:40 am
To the family of Sara – I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was such a nice person and she will truly be missed.
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Maria Peterson
March 5, 2013 at 8:09 am
I wish I had the perfect words to say, but I don’t. I will never forget her smile and laugh. I will always remember how she accepted me as one of her own. She will be so missed.
Love, Maria
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Jean Cunningham
March 5, 2013 at 8:56 am
Sara was a beautiful person in more than one way. I will miss her. She will be watching over her beloved family from heaven. for sure.
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Tim McGruder
March 5, 2013 at 9:43 am
Sara was one of the kindest people I have ever known. We worked together for many years at Perrigo, and developed a true friendship. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Please know that I hold you all in my prayers.
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Judy Hayes
March 5, 2013 at 9:57 am
I’m so sorry to hear about Sara’s passing. What a wonderful person she is. Her beautiful smile and humor I will never forget. Keep your memories close to your heart and she will live with you forever.
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Karen Ullrich
March 5, 2013 at 10:17 am
Gabe and Megan,
Al and I are so sorry to hear about Sara. What a shock. Our sincerest sympathies to you and your family.
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Kathy Gill
March 5, 2013 at 10:48 am
This is so sad, and my heart goes out to Gabriel and Megan, Missy, Gregg and Steve for this terrible loss. I will never forget our many times riding around drinking beer after softball practice and games sharing our dreams for the future. Precious memories, she will be sorely missed.
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cheryl rivette/weatherford
March 5, 2013 at 11:52 am
Sara and I became friends at the time she moved to paw paw we were thick as thieves literally we used to snitch her moms canned shrimp and run to the woods to devour the shrimp in fact i always blamed her for becoming allergic to seafood lol we were best friends
for quite a while then went different paths I’m truly sorry for your loss she was a ball of fire and definitely a free spirit she will be missed by her class of 65 we all consider ourselves as a family not a class and Sara was a part of that family.
God bless you all and give you peace during this sad time
Cheryl (Rivette) Weatherford
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Scott and Genevieve Wrobleski
March 5, 2013 at 12:05 pm
We wanted to tell you how sorry we are for your loss. Wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow and comfort in the midst of pain.
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Bertha Torrey Mellinger
March 5, 2013 at 3:16 pm
I was sadden to hear about Sara passing. My thoughts are with each and everyone of you . I hope you find comfort in your life knowing you were blessed to of had her in yours. Sara had a quality about her some may have not seen , but if you witnessed her with her family children friends and animals it was there
I hope she rejoices in the arms of the loved ones that have went before her, and for us left behind to know the promise that we will meet again . I send my deepest condolences to her family children and grandchildren and that in time you will turn to life and live in happiness as she would of wanted for you. RIP Sara your job on earth is done. As this door closes a window has open for us to make the rest of our journey with out you but we know in sprit your watching over us all.
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Linda Lyons
March 5, 2013 at 4:19 pm
She was such a wonderful Mother-in-law to Dana and a wonderful grandmother to our grandkids, and I felt blessed to call her my friend,and a very important part of our family.GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
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patti price
March 5, 2013 at 6:45 pm
Sara always seemed happy, always laughing, always smiling! we got to be friends at perrigo, and i always enjoyed our interesting conversations. She was nice to everyone, and a special lady, i will miss her along with many others. God bless you all.
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Jackie Moreno Arter
March 5, 2013 at 7:07 pm
I would like to offer my condolences to Sara’s family. I have fond memories of years ago when we were in school together. I hope your memories will help you thru this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Mary ( McKenzalin ) Hudson
March 6, 2013 at 9:14 am
Gabe, Meagan and Scoop, I am so sorry, Sara is such a wonderful person. I have such wonderful fun memories of Gabe, Megan, Donny, Ben and Rachel, Laurie and Jeremy all growing up together and the fun we four women had, ( your mom, scoop, Denise and I ) We practically lived at your house. Your Mom will live in my heart forever and I pray you find peace in her memories. I know she is riding Kiowa through the fields in Heaven with a big smile on her face and Clancy by her side. Those three were perfect harmony together. Love to you all
Mary ( McKenzalin ) Hudson
In Loving Memory of Sara Goderre ( Goderrski )
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Linda Woodman Toliusis
March 6, 2013 at 12:26 pm
Sara~If you find a treehouse in Heaven, climb up, think of me, and declare, “no boys allowed!”. Old memories made in Paw Paw, remembered, and still held dear. You are forever in my heart. Our Class of 65 family will miss your sparkle.
Love and sympathy to Gabe, Megan, and all loved ones.
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Jackie Alden
March 6, 2013 at 6:47 pm
My sympathy goes out to Sara’s family. I’m so sorry for your loss. Whenever I think of your Mom and some of the ‘things’ we used to get into it puts a smile on my face. like the time she ‘kidnapped’ me from the Dog N Suds at lunchtime, across from the High School….
(senior year) and we went out to Blockers Pond for the afternoon…
what great times.. she will be missed by many… love you Sara.
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Brad and Lorrie Bush(wilson)
March 7, 2013 at 9:07 am
Our greatest thoughts and prayers are with the family. I am grateful to have known her and that I had ran into her the other day and was able to tell her I love her and she got to see my girls. Sare you will be missed greatly….Love you Gabe and Megan(Mug Shot).
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Robert Goderre
March 7, 2013 at 9:31 am
Gabriel and Megan. Very sorry for your loss and especially sorry I cannot be there with you. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and I will call/contact you soon……………Uncle Robert
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Jodie Nagel
March 7, 2013 at 2:37 pm
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Sara was such a happy and joyful person and will be deeply missed. I loved working with her at Perrigo for all of the years that I did. She always knew how to put a smile on my face everyday that I worked with her. I was sad to see her leave Perrigo, but I know that her real true passion was to work with the animals. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Cyndi {Moore} Paschal
March 7, 2013 at 6:26 pm
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Sara was one of the kids with the most sparkle in our CLASS OF 65. I know she will be blessed due to her work with animals & @ the center. May God be with you all.
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Rich & Marleah Simons, 2362 103rd Ave. Otsego
March 7, 2013 at 7:52 pm
We are so very sorry that Sara (Miss Trouble, as my husband always called her) has left us. We were shocked to say the least. Sara was so funny, friendly and a wonderful neighbor. Every year when we put up the orange snow fence we could hear Sara’s dislike, as she knew that meant old man winter was soon to arrive.
Whenever we couldn’t get our cat to take her pill Sara would stop on her way home and do it for us. It was so easy for Sara and impossible for us. Last time she stopped to help, I had just loaded up on new dish clothes..Just so happened Sara needed some so I let her pick the colors and insisted she take half the pile. Oh yes and the night we talked on the phone for 2 hours !!!…Sara is such a likeable person. We will miss her & her laughs in the neighborhood and in our hearts. Rest in peace Sara and when you get to heaven play on the rainbow bridge with all the family, friends and animals that passed before you. Love you girl.
Our prayers for healing to all of Sara’s family. Know that the Lords arms are wrapped around you. The void will never be filled but time will help ease your pain. We have lost a wonderful person but Heaven has gained a true angel. God Bless
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Jan Wert
March 8, 2013 at 9:25 am
I attended Paw Paw High with your mom. I spent a lot of time at her home giggling like silly teenage girls do. Sara was one of kind! A true free spirit, cute as they come, athletic and always fun. I was so excited to find her on Facebook after all these years. I am so sad for all of us at her passing. I shall always remember her as someone full of life and fun! She was kind and never mean to anyone. A joy to know. So sorry for your loss of such a great gal.
Jan Wert
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Tara Town-Curtis
March 8, 2013 at 4:27 pm
Oh Goderre, where do I begin?!?! We had such an amazing friendship, I cherished every second of it! I’m going to miss our “safety meetings” at work, jumping out to scare you, and even swatting you butt!!! Work is just not the same without you! He took you away, way to soon!! I will miss you my dear friend, may you rest in peace and be my angel above! Love you Goderre!!!!!
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Gabriel Hunter Goderre
March 9, 2013 at 4:49 am
Mom, let me first of all begin by saying, the first thing I did when I got home tonight was bring the trash can up to the house, and without hesitation, instantly closed the door behind me. I always tried to do the simple things for you like taking garbage out, doors, etc., but for some reason maybe only you and I know, i always always either put the garbage backwards, or would forget to close the door!!!! Well worry no more, the tradition lives on, as I was walking inside the house wednesday night I forgot to close the door, and all of the sudden I hear, Gabe, is it cold out side? “yes” I respond, and I hear, “then SHUT THE DOOR!!!!!”…It was Brandon, and I just smiled because I knew that was just it, her love, devotion, teaching, parenting, nuturing, best mom ever ways had not only come through in Gillies, but it was a sudden realization of just how many of my friends learned things, and were touched by you…You were their mom also..J-Ves, Matt, Beatle, Quinn, Kruitoff, peterson, gosh, coombs, and proctor, everyone, everyone loved you. And it wasnt because of this or that, you said this and we did that, it was because of the respect you gave and the way they all respected you. Its nice that your good traits have rubbed off on so many people, and Im so proud of all the things you were able to do and accomplish. You, are the greatest inspiration a son/daughter could ever hope for. Ok, now……………………
I have so much to be thankful for, and so many wonderful memories that will fill all of my days, and I know that eventually I wont think about horrible things, the good will over power the bad, and I will be fine, but I will not easily accept the unexpected and sudden way you were torn out of my life. I miss you so much, and I have never ever been or felt so so sad, I can do nothing but cry amd cry and cry…so so bad, and so badly miss you, and Im really angry right now about so many things that it really has been a hard time for me to even stand at times. Oh I tried, so hard to make you proud today, it was horrible, and there isnt one time I can think about that I just didnt know if I was going to be able to carry on, but someway, somehow Im here talking to you, so I must have survived everything. It will take time. I know this. There were so many people there I was so afraid that because of me, they wouldnt come, but they did, mom they did and they stayed for so long, everyone was so sad, megan, oh my poor sister, I dont know how, but she is the one who pulled me through the week, she never gave up on me. I just didnt want to do it. anything, not this damn letter, not anything. I love you so much, and I dont care if im babbling on to you, I just want to sit and cry and hold you, but ill sit and cry and talk to you here, because thats what I have now…..You also would be so proud of Greg, he made sure i was awake, and ready, and has been just right there for me, holding me up, making sure i was ok. Im sorry im getting your keyboard all messy, just like today im trying but I just dont know where the answer to anything is i cant think about anything, nothing makes sense. I will know, in time, but I sure dont have a clue right now, how in the world im going to do this thing thats called being ok, taking care of me, or anything, because im just trying to figure out how im supposed to life my life without you……………………………….mom I could use a hug right now, I love you and miss you so much……….Gabe
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Selkie O'Mira
March 10, 2013 at 1:57 pm
Gabe, Megan, Missy, Greg, Steve, all of Sara’s family and dear friends, I am so sad and sorry for this immense loss. Your mom, sister, grandmother, friend, love, was a shining light in this old world, and it’s impossible to think of not seeing her again. I don’t know how people can just poof on out of here like that – one minute they’re here and then they’re not. I don’t think you really get over it, but you kind of get used to it after awhile. Be gentle with yourselves – it takes time. And Sara, my beloved old friend, may you carry the power and goodness of Earth with you wherever you may go. Thank you for teaching me how to climb trees and ride horses. love love love, always, Selkie O’ (Ginny Thompson)
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Melissa Foerster
March 10, 2013 at 7:01 pm
Oh Sara. My dearest friend. I cannot express just how much you are missed and how much we all loved you. Andy’s favorite memory of you was when you were taking a huge dog out of surgery, and he was pulling you through the office. He asked you if you wanted so help, and as you were pulled out the door you yelled “Nope! Got him!!”. It always makes me smile when I think of all of the fun we had together. I didn’t get to spend as much time with you as I would have liked, but I thank God that you were in my life. There were so many times that I needed someone and you were there with open arms. I will miss you walking me out to my car, having our breaks, and making jokes. I will miss the smile that you brought to my face and the stories you always shared with me. Thank you for teaching me so much, and thank you for your love and friendship. I think of you always, and I carry you in my heart wherever I go. To Sara’s Family, if you need anything at all, I am here. I love you, Sara. Until we meet again, dear friend. Until we meet again.
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charles lyons
March 11, 2013 at 10:13 am
I am so sorry to hear about Sara’s passing. I would love to hear from you so I can attend the Spring ceremony . I remember her being really into horses. She was a wonderful nice lady. Please let me know about the spring.
Charles Lyons
Charleslyons1941@yahoo.com
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scott whiting
March 13, 2013 at 3:49 pm
Sara was so special. She went above and beyond when taking care of my dying dog, Copa. She helped me grieve and get through the pain. She had a special gift and she will absolutely be missed.
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Larry Pillars
March 23, 2013 at 12:31 am
sara although our friendship was short it lasted a lifetime , everytime i saw you we started right where we left off . a friend indeed you will be missed.
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Rebecca (Becky) London
March 23, 2013 at 11:37 am
Sara,
when i was 5 there were 2 people who were my heros…Cher because she was a rebel and made fun of Sonny, and YOU…because you dared to really live life!
I will never forget watching you play softball barefoot and getting to play with your puppies under your trailer in Paw Paw when i was young. You were the aunt who really invested in all of us cousins to the point that we all knew what it was like to visit during school breaks, spend time swimming, horseback riding, playing softball, and joking and playing around. You showed me that it was okay to be unconventional and to dare and take risks and experience freedom of thoughts and feelings.
Sara, you helped me bridge from adolescence to adulthood and took me in during a difficult and crazy time for me and you did it for a LONG time!(i often thought you were crazy for being willing to do that). I am the person I am today in part because you were willing to play aunt, mom, friend, and at times advocate for me. i know what you sacrificed to do this, and that it was not easy, and so i want to tell you thank you from the bottom of my heart. I promise to always be a part of keeping your memory alive with my cousins and their kids. This will not be that difficult, because a part of you lives in us all. I love you and miss you very much!
Bec-
Ps…thanks to your braiding skills, i have earned the reputation as the niece with the braided pigtails from way back when…
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Susan and Jerry Weiss
August 2, 2015 at 6:16 pm
We just learned of Sara’s passing. What a shock! We have many, many fond memories as your neighbors back on 103rd. We still smile when we think of you. RIP, Sara!
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