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Carla Sawyer Obituary

Sawyer Carla Yvette Sawyer, 63, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at the OSU Medical Center. She graduated from East High School in 1970 and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Otterbein College in 1974. She was an active and long time employee of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Preceded in death by parents Rosa and William Sawyer. She is survived by her loving daughters, Danita Sawyer (Rahman Jackson), Denitra Sawyer; sisters, Chrystal (Stanley) Barnes, Colleen Dugger; brother, Craig Sawyer; grandchildren, Asaan and Jordan Jackson; many other relatives and a long list of friends. Celebration of Life Service 2 p.m., Tuesday, July 14, 2015 in the chapel of DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long Street where the family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until time of service. To read the extended obituary visit www.diehl-whittaker.com/obits

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jul. 11 to Jul. 12, 2015.

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Eyvetta Padgett/Cota driver-Capital Transportation

July 5, 2024

It´s been so long ago that she left but I still remember her beautiful smile and amazing personality. A truly special lady with so many who loved her...nobody can touch God´s angel -miss you. Rest In Peace

October 21, 2015

Just heard about Carla's passing. Please know that you are in our prayers and our hearts.

The Jones Family
Sissy, Jackie, Pam & Little Kim

Renee Black

July 30, 2015

Unfortunately, I just found out about Ms. Sawyer's passing via Facebook. I would like to extend my condolences to her entire family and especially to her daughters Danita & Denitra. She had an amazing smile and will truly be missed. May God keep you and bless you all.

Christina Kahler

July 15, 2015

Craig, sorry for your loss.but as you know she is in a much better place. I enjoyed knowing your sister.very caring person. That I will miss also. May God Continue to bless you and your family.

Barb Canovi

July 13, 2015

Heaven has a new angel. RIP Carla!

Barb Canovi

July 13, 2015

Heaven has a new angel!
RIP Carla.

Sandra Brooks,BSN,RN,CDE

July 13, 2015

We at the VA would like to extend our condolences. Carla was integral part of Behavior Health and we in Primary Care will miss her dearly.

Lydia Smith

July 13, 2015

Going to miss your kindness and pleasant smile. God bless the family in this time of loss. You will be in my prayers.
God Bless.

Eyvetta Padgett

July 12, 2015

God knows best, you can now rest Carla in the safety and care of our Almighty God. NEVER to feel pain ever again. Bless your family at this trying time in their lives, but let them rest assured that they will see you again. I find it difficult to drive by your place of work or home while I go about my job,I will never forget Ms. Sawyer

July 12, 2015

Carla was such a sweet, quiet, beautiful woman. I have enjoyed being one of her drivers for Cota Mainstream(Capital Transportation) for the past 8 years. I will miss her so much. Still can't believe she is gone but know she is in a better place and no longer in pain. Much love Carla and may you rest in peace. Eyvetta Padgett

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