Naples, Florida
1917 - 2020 (Age 102)
Sarah Elizabeth Deets Sarah Elizabeth Deets, 102, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on October 14, 2020. Sarah was born in North Platte, NE on November 28, 1917 to John Wesley and Cora Dell (Castleman) McMichael. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 63 years, Milton...
Read MoreThe last time we saw Sarah she had invited us to join her for brunch at 10 Wilmington Place. I think she invited all the neighbors in turn. She bustled around as if she owned the place, wanting to show us around, bubbling her wisdom as always. Sure do miss Sarah and Milton!
Jill Ervin, Red Oak Rd
October 14, 2021 | Friend
Sarah, a wonderful woman that I so admired. I met Sarah while she resided at 10 Wilmington Place in Dayton, Ohio. I was a newly certified massage therapist hired to work there. I always enjoyed talking with Sarah about her life adventures. She was inspiring and I spoke of her often to others about her fearlessness and desire to travel. Thank you Sarah for all your wonderful stories of travel and inspiring me to get out there and explore the world. Traveling is an ageless experience.
Deborah Troutman
October 31, 2020 | Friend
I was so sorry to hear about Mrs. Deets passing. She was my second grade teacher at Fairbrook Elementary. While that was 42 years ago, and I don't remember much about it, I remember every day at the beginning of class we would recite the Pledge of Allegiance and then sing You're a Grand Old Flag. I don't hear that song often but anytime I did, I always thought of her.
Tara Sammons
October 25, 2020 | Student
Mrs Deets gave me a little grading wheel, knowing I was a teacher. I used it until I also retired from teaching. Mr and Mrs Deets were wonderful neighbors and friends. We think of them often. We are so sorry for your great loss.
Jill (and Paul) Ervin
Jill Ervin
October 24, 2020 | Neighbor
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother.
Melanie Tirey
October 23, 2020 | Acquaintance
I will fondly remember Sarah from 10 Wilmington Place in Dayton. I work with the Podiatrist that is there on a monthly basis. She was always chatting about something, and showed me some incredible pictures of a cruise she took. Energetic is an understatement!! I thought about her from time to time, and love that she lived such a wonderful life. Condolences to ALL of her family members.
Colleen A Caulfield
October 23, 2020
The College Women's Club extends sympathy to Sarah's family. We cherish our members, treasure the memories and mourn their passing.
Mary Hurst, College Women's Club
October 23, 2020 | Acquaintance
A much loved member of our DAR chapter. She will be missed. Love and hugs to her family.
Cynthia Bockq
October 22, 2020 | Friend
