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Sarah Updike Obituary
Sarah Elizabeth Updike
Oct. 7, 1981 – Nov. 30, 2022
AUBURN - Sarah Updike, beloved daughter of Sharon Kowal and the late Donald Updike, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, November 30, 2022.
Sarah was a life resident of the Auburn area. She attended Auburn High School.
She was employed by National Maintenance Supply and Service. She loved to garden, hunt, and fish. She spent most of her time with her father before his passing, and together they taught her son Elijah to hunt and fish. She was so proud of him as she told him often.
Left to cherish Sarah's memory is her son Elijah Lawton who was her whole world. She was looking forward to seeing him graduate Auburn High School this year.
She is also survived by her mother, Sharon Kowal; her sisters: Melissa Heckstall (Mike) and Donna Updike; four nieces: Aneesa, Mecca, Alexis (Kyle) and Madison; two nephews: Lukas and Justin; a great-nephew, Liam; and great-niece, Zuri. Also surviving is her son's father, Shawn Lawton; numerous aunts uncles and cousins; including special cousins: Jesse and Dan Updike.
Sarah was predecease by her uncle Billy Updike and her father Donald Updike who she is finally reunited in eternal rest with.
Family and friends are invited to call Friday, December 9, 2022 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Plis Funeral Home, 220 State St., Auburn.
To leave a message of condolence go to www.plisfuneralhome.com.
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Tammy Bell
December 7, 2022
Sharon deeply sorry.
Special tight hugs. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Michele Aubin
December 7, 2022
Missy and family. I am so sorry to hear about Sarah. I went to high school with her I remember she could always make me laugh. May you find comfort in the years of memories shared! Love Michele Aubin and Kayla Mallory
Trashika Love
December 7, 2022
Missy and Donna so sorry for your loss. May God Bless you and all your family during this difficult time. Keep the faith.
Franki Tabone
December 7, 2022
Sharon, I am so sorry for your loss. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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