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Sarah Doggett Obituary

SARAH BAILEY DOGGETT Cedar Rapids 5/7/1968 6/30/2019 Sarah, a remarkable human, cherished friend and exceptional mother and wife, died peacefully Sunday, June 30, 2019, after a long and courageous fight with breast cancer. Sarah was the third child born to Joan Bailey and the late John Peter Bailey on May 27, 1968, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where she was raised. Sarah attended All Saints School, Regis High School and the University of Iowa, graduating in 1990 with a B.A. degree in political science. Sarah was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta sorority and enjoyed politics, serving as a student volunteer on Bob Dole's presidential campaign in 1988. After college, Sarah moved to Chicago, where she worked in financial sales and marketing for Kemper Financial and Gruntal and C. At Kemper, Sarah met her husband, Brooks. Together they moved briefly to Durham, N.C., then San Francisco, Calif. In San Francisco, Sarah worked for Franklin Templeton before starting a family. The biggest honor and joy of Sarah's life was being a mother to her three beautiful daughters. She loved them unconditionally and was happiest when they were surrounding her. Sarah enjoyed family visits to the Midwest and spending time each summer on Cape Cod in the town of Chatham, Mass. Supporting the community was a priority to Sarah. She was an active member of a number of volunteer organizations including the Junior League, the Edgewood Auxiliary and the National Charity League. Sarah is survived by husband, Brooks; children, Caroline, Anna and Lily; mother, Joan; siblings, Ann Walton (husband Mike) and John Bailey (wife Suzanne); and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Sarah was preceded in death by her father, Peter; brother, Stuart; and grandparents, Bernie and Leona Sutton and Peter and Elsie Bailey. Sarah's family would like to thank Dr. Hope Rugo and the rest of the UCSF team that compassionately and competently cared for Sarah over the past 13 years. Their dedication has been heroic. Contributions in Sarah's memory may be made to the UCSF Foundation for the Dr. Hope Rugo Metastatic Breast Cancer Research Fund. Contributions can be made by calling (877) 499-8273, online at https://giving.ucsf.edu/honor-memorial or checks can be sent to UCSF, attention Hope Rugo, 1600 Divisadero St., P.O. Box 1710, San Francisco, CA 94115. Please be sure to note the gift is in honor of Sarah Doggett. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, and a Mass at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 10. Both will be held at St. Ignatius church, 650 Parker Ave., San Francisco.

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Published by The Gazette on Jul. 3, 2019.

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Kim Roderiques

July 25, 2019

I am so incredibly sad with the passing of this beautiful woman, devoted mom and wife. I'm glad I had the privilege over the years of seeing Sarah on Cape Cod with her wonderful family.

Berdj Joseph Rassam

July 10, 2019

I'm so sorry to hear of Sarah's passing. May you be comforted by your years of great memories with her.

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Dave and Petrina Driggs

July 7, 2019

Dear Brooks
Petrina and I have followed the ups and downs of Sarah's long battle with breast cancer through our friendship with your parents. You are obviously a very special person to have been able to have been there to support her through all the ever changing demands which she had to face in her very difficult, constant and heroic fight against such and insidious foe. You, Caroline, Anna and Lilly are very blessed to have each other to help you learn to navigate the future without your "anchor", Sarah. Draw strenght in the knowledge that, after all the long and tough battles she fought and won for so many years, her soul will now rest in peace. With deepest sympathy and condolences to you and all your family,
Dave and Petrina

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Tammy Fricker Babnik

July 3, 2019

Brooks, girls and the entire Bailey/Dogget families,
I had the privilege of meeting beautiful Sarah when she was visiting Ann and Mike in Mequon many years ago. Although it was very brief, I still remember that beautiful, warm, friendly smile and how she looked like a blonde Ann!
My deepest sympathy and condolences for losing Sarah much too soon. Her courageous battle over many years is a true testament to the remarkable woman and mother she was.
I will continue to send prayers as you now grieve her loss. I know she will be watching and guiding you through. Love and sympathy.

Tony and Dee Quint

July 3, 2019

Tony and Dee Quint send our deepest heartfelt sympathy to Sarahs entire family.We add a special message to Joan as it was about this time some 54 years ago that you brought John; and I brought Mary into this world on July5. The heights of our happiness that day is surpassed only by the indescrible sadness we share today in loosing Sarah.Be asured of our prayers that each of you will be held ever so closely by the our merciful Lord during this time of your deepest and heart wrenching grief. The Quints--Frisco,Tx.

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Nicole McGriff-Olson

July 3, 2019

I have many great memories growing up on Random Road in Cedar Rapids and playing with Sarah as a young girl. Such a sweet and caring girl even at a young age. I loved visiting the Bailey home as there was always fun going on. Our condolences and sympathies to Joan and the entire family .
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Nancy Moore

July 2, 2019

Sarah was the first person I met after I was diagnosed with breast cancer. She was a friend of my sister's and was always there to answer my questions and just listen during all of the hard times, treatment, surgeries - everything. I remember thinking if she can get through this so can I! My mom (who lives across the country from me) referred to her as my San Francisco angel. She will always be in my heart.

Kim Lowe

July 2, 2019

Sarah was my Theta sister and pledge grandmom. Her warm smile, sweet voice and generous soul are unforgettable. Rest In Peace Sarah. ❤

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