Elisa Ann Sasscer

Dear Sasscer Family, We can hardly believe that Elisa is gone. Our first memory of her was as a goodwill ambassador for the neighborhood in 1978 when we first moved in across the street from the Sasscers. I guess that is a good way to describe her life- a goodwill ambassador. She will always be remembered by us fondly. Joan , Dave and Family

Elisa, I have good memories of you and your family growing up together. A picture of our first communion I still have. Building a box city in Mr.Maquillen's back yard,the tree fort,and the big bus. Mom and I send our LOVE.

Our prayers for peace and comfort go out to Elisa's entire family. We feel blessed to have known Elisa and to have grown up with her family.

John: I wanted to tell you that my very best condolences go out to you. Elisa often told me how fortunate she was to have you. She said you were such a good husband, but moreover, a good buddy! When I would remark to her about her courage and grace, you would tell me how courageous and kind YOU were. I, too (last note) told her I felt she was a hero to me, and again (as the last note says, too) she turned it back, saying you were such a hero to her. May God bless Elisa, and you, John, as...

I knew Elisa my entire life. She was always quick to make a joke and always had a smile. My happiest memory I will have of Elisa was that she was able to attend my wedding this past year as Annette's date. She will never know how much that meant to me. Elisa, you will be missed.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Elisa always was full of life. Everybody that knew her loved her. I know she will be missed by everyone.

I have know Elisa since she was a small girl. I use to babysit her and her brothers and sisters. My heart is greatly sadden but I know that Elisa lived life to the fullest and is now no longer in pain. I will always remember her beautiful smile and her optimistic outlook on life. Elisa, it was great honor and a pleasure to have had you touch my life.

I was lucky enough to get to know Elisa only toward the end of her brief life. But, boy, what a life she lived, filled with so much energy, giving and caring for others. She always turned the conversation back to me and asked how I was doing and feeling. She never wanted anyone to feel sorry for her. Toward the end, I emailed her and told her she was my hero and she thanked me. But that is the truth, she really is my hero and I'm so grateful I was able to get to know her.

Elisa: i will miss you so much. I am a more joyful person having know you the last 25 yrs. I am so grateful that I kept in touch with you even after I had moved to NC, b/c you taught me courage and grace, which helped me so much in the difficult transition of my move. I will also always remember "back in the day" the Friday afternoon hair braiding sessions you did at "Elisa's Salon & Wisdom Parlor" - our own private "cut up" Club. I love you, Elisa. Thank you for being in my life. Mary aka...