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1937
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2018
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Sadie DeVore Obituary
Born on June 12, 1937, in Wheaton, Missouri, she was predeceased by her parents, Noah and Ollie Davidson, and her brother, John Davidson.
Sadie was an artist, an art teacher, and a creative inspiration to many. She retired from the Stonington Public School system after more than 40 years of teaching. She loved sharing her art and her love of nature. Her work is often exhibited at galleries throughout the region and in her home which she nicknamed "The High Street Art Gallery".
She is survived by her three children, DeeDee (DeVore) Buffum and her husband, Jim, of Weekapaug, R.I., H.L. DeVore and his wife, Cathy, of Mamaroneck, NY and David DeVore and his wife, Jane, of Gray, ME. Sadie adored all six of her grandchildren, Morgan and Ashlyn Buffum, and Katie, Jackie, Lindsey and Daisy DeVore.
She will be buried at River Bend Cemetery in Westerly, R.I. alongside her late husband in a private service.
A public celebration of her life will be held Friday, July 20th at 10:30 A.M. at the Union Baptist Church in Mystic, CT with a reception to follow at her home which is a short walk away.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her memory to a local art association or garden club of your choice or to the 501c3 youth sailing foundation the MudRatz Inc. PO Box 293, Stonington CT 06378 (www.MudRatz.com).
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Patrick Irving
July 28, 2023
God bless Sadie and Harry. They made for a great friends.
May they rest in peace.
Lindsey Freitas
October 31, 2019
I send my greatest condolences and sorrows to the Devore family. My father, Stephen Freitas speaks very highly of Mrs Devore. My sister and I were blessed with being able to have many interactions with her as a child. Although I don't remember much, I will always remember how she taught me how to fold a paper crane. I'm sitting here now, in my study hall at Stonington High School and staring at one of her paintings that is hanging on the wall. All the memories came rushing back, so I came to look at some of her other masterpieces, and I fell upon this obituary. Although I am over a year late to sign this book, I felt obligated to, as she was a big part of my artistic upbringing. Mrs Devore was truly a blessing. Thank you for everything you have contributed. Rest in peace, angel..
Vivian Zoe
August 29, 2018
Sadie was a volunteer for the Slater Museum. We are so sorry to have lost her. Always positive and friendly. We will always remember her.
Robert Cowley
August 3, 2018
Mrs Devote was my art teacher at stonington high. She always let us explore our talents, present what we felt, and said possibilities were limitless, and art is unrestrictive, meaning whatever we felt is what should come out naturally. She always added humor and let us jam out to whatever music we wanted to in the classes. It was the best final years I had at shs. Rest in peace, crazy lady!
Fran Griffith Albert
July 22, 2018
What a powerhouse my cousin was, full of energy, talented, so much fun, a neon smile like her dad's, she loved life and lived it to the fullest.
She adored her children and grandchildren.
She just exuded energy. One of the most positive people I have ever known.
Cousin/sister I will miss you but you are ever in my heart.
Patty Manzella
July 19, 2018
My deepest condolences to the Devore family.
Sadie was a wonderful art teacher and I will never forget her passion for her work.
Norma Bell
July 17, 2018
Sending my love and deepest condolences to DeeDee, HL, and David and their families. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nancy Whitcher
July 13, 2018
Dear DeVore Family,
I am most saddened to hear the news of Sadie. Such a delightfully creative, hardworking, interested, gracious, fun loving friend she was to so many. Her friends and colleagues of the Connecticut Women Artists will greatly miss her attention and appreciation.
Our sympathy and to you all. Sadie and her love of the Arts will be greatly missed.
Katie (Raithel) Falls
July 13, 2018
Dee Dee I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers and thoughts.
Jennifer Norcross
July 11, 2018
My sincere condolences to Sadie's family. I worked with her for many years and have fond memories of our time together in China representing Stonington High. She touched many lives and will be remembered by countless former students and colleagues.
Karen Hamm
July 10, 2018
To the family of Sadie DeVore,
So very sorry to read of Sadie's passing. I worked with Sadie at SHS and so enjoyed her company. She was always so open in her conversations and so interesting with her choice of topics. Having no artistic skill, I found her talent fascinating. I loved watching her walking down the hallway as there was never any doubt she was an artist with paint on her apron and chalk on her fingers. Fond memories.
Kendra
July 9, 2018
I send my condolences to the family. The painful feelings that come from a loss can lead some to isolate themselves. It is true that heartbreaking grief can drain one emotionally & physically. That is why now is the time more than ever to accept the comfort that comes from those who care about you. Although it will take time to heal, know that God has the ability to to comfort your hearts and give you strength to cope as you pray to Him. (2 Thessalonians chapter 2 verses 16, 17)
Frederick Souza
July 6, 2018
Dearest Sadie, The world is a little less bright and a lot less colorful without you in it. I will miss our impromptu conversations when I would run into you at a Master Gardener event or a trip to Big Y. You were a mentor to my Allison and never missed an opportunity to ask how she was doing and if she was "doing" art. Thank you for all the wonderful memories you provided me and her--you are already missed and will never be forgotten.
Cheryl Buzzi Stakley
July 6, 2018
DeVore family,
I was so sad to hear of Sadie's passing.
I'm sure I will be the first of many to say that Mrs. DeVore was their favorite art teacher. She helped me discover my immense passion for art that continues to this day.
I will forever keep my memories of art class at SHS with Mrs. DeVore close to my heart.
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
Barb McCleary
July 4, 2018
So sorry to hear. We were kindred spirits during our 2009 Russian trip.
What a way to live !
Sara and Charlie Mc Cleary
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