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Carolyn Sadler Obituary
YORKTOWN Carolyn Mays Sadler, 68, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010.
Carolyn was born in Lynchburg, in 1942 to Elsie Grubbs Mays and Wilson C. Mays. In 1964, she graduated from St. Luke's Hospital School of Nursing. She became a resident of York County in Dare and a member of Providence United Methodist Church in 1966. Carolyn enjoyed 23 years as a school nurse; the last 18 years for Hampton City Schools at Jane H. Bryan Elementary.
Carolyn is survived by her husband of 46 years, Wayne C. Sadler, of Yorktown; daughter, Lisa M. Sadler, of State College, Pa.; son, Alan C. Sadler, and wife, Melissa, of Yorktown; grandson, Joshua C. Sadler, also of Yorktown; and a sister, Suzy Amburn, and husband, Roy, of Reedville.
Visitation will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at Amory Funeral Home in Grafton. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at Providence United Methodist Church in Dare, with Pastor C. Douglas Akers presiding.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to The American Cancer Society and Providence United Methodist Church in Dare.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carolyn Sadler
Isabella Bea Green
November 5, 2010
Alan and Family,
So sorry to hear about your mother. She took good care of Kelli and Bubba when they were at Bryan Elementary School. She was a great lady and will be missed.
November 5, 2010
Wayne,
We were very sorry about Carolyn's passing. We know you had a lot of great years together. Take care of yourself.
Bill and Marsha Rew
Doug Johnson
November 3, 2010
Wayne,
I'm so sorry about Carolyn; My heart goes out to You, Lisa, Alan and Joshua
Nancy & Erwin Callis
November 1, 2010
Dear Wayne and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Carolyns passing. I remember her big smile everytime I ever saw her. May God strengthen you at this difficult time.
Brooke Hood
October 31, 2010
I had the great pleasure to work with Mrs. Sadler at Bryan Elementary. I am truly sorry for your loss. May your family be comforted by the the many thoughts and Prayers. May her wonderful legacy live on.
"Ham" Williams
October 30, 2010
Dear Wayne & Family,
I'm so sorry to read of Carolyn's passing. Please know that Lucy and I will be praying for the Lord to provide abundant strength for you during the trying times ahead. With His continued Blessings,
Carla Goetz
October 30, 2010
Alan and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Barbara Suis
October 29, 2010
Wayne, Alan, Lisa and Joshua,
I was fortunate enough to be able to work with Carolyn for 22 years at Bryan Elem. She was a wonderful co-worker and an especially good friend. We ate lunch together everyday. She'll always have a special place in my heart. Your family is in my thoughts and my prayers.
Love, Barbara Suis
Brenda and Jeff Kephart
October 29, 2010
Lisa and Sadler family,
We were deeply saddened by the news of your loss. I know that words alone cannot ease the pain but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Linda Sheckler
October 29, 2010
Dear Lisa,
I'm very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I know how hard this is for you and how much you love her. Her spirit will still be there for you as you work through this difficult time. My thounghts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Linda
Scott and Cindy Jenkins
October 29, 2010
Mr. Sadler We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May God keep you and yours in his grace in the days to come.
Carolyn and friends attending Sunday School at Providence UMC. (spring 2008
Terrie Landrum
October 29, 2010
Kim Shaw
October 28, 2010
Dear Wayne,Alan & Lisa: I was so sorry to hear about Carolyn's passing. I know she fought a good fight. I remember all of our family nights together growing up. Take care and prayers to your family. She will be missed. Love, Kim Fernald Shaw & family
Joanne Miller
October 28, 2010
Dear Wayne, Alan, Lisa and Joshua,
I am so sorry to hear about Carolyn passing. It was a wonderful pleasure to have know Carolyn--her wonderful laugh and sense of humor-the world has lost a wonderful person. I am so glad that I got to see her the one last time a couple of months ago at Suburban. I will always remember her and all of you are like family having known each of your thru Betty and Suburban Clinic. God bless you all with the wonderful memories.
Love
Joanne Miller
Bonnie Baker
October 28, 2010
Dear Mr. Sadler and Family
We were deeply saddened by the news about Mrs. Sadler. We are so very sorry. This must be very difficult for you. Please remember that you are in our thoughts and my prayers.
Peggy Young
October 28, 2010
Dear Wayne, Lisa and Alan, I am so sorry to hear about Carolyn. My thoughts are with you. Carolyn was a good friend when I lived on Hodges Cove. I remember her as happy with strong opinions about everything which I always found refreshing. She will be missed
Diana & R.G. Young
October 28, 2010
Our deepest condolences to the entire Sadler family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lynne Callis
October 28, 2010
Dear Wayne, Lisa and Alan,
Please accept my condolences on Carolyn's passing. I have not seen her in some time but remembered her fondly especially while I was staying with Aunt Betty while going to nursing school. Your entire family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
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