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Sarah Dye

1935 - 2012

Sarah Dye obituary, 1935-2012, Denison, TX

BORN

1935

DIED

2012

Sarah Dye Obituary

Sarah Elizabeth Blankenship Dye passed from this life to the arms of her Savior Saturday, September 8, 2012, in Denison. Sarah was born May 6, 1935, the fourth child of George Warren and Emma Wiest Blankenship. She grew up in the Hyde Park area of Denison, graduated from Denison High School and earned her bachelor's degree and master's degree from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. She taught for many years in the Denison Independent School District, first as a kindergarten teacher at Central Annex, and then as computer literacy teacher at B McDaniel, retiring in 1994. Many who attended Denison schools remember her as a pioneer of local educational technology with her stories and reading lessons on television.

Sarah is survived by her three sons, Robert J. Dye of Denison, Ben Dye and Leigh of Sherman, Dr. Bill Dye and Amy of Monroe, Lq. She delighted in her 10 grandchildren, Jennifer of McKinney and Lindsey of Denison; Bentley (Brandi), Emily, Bradley and Bailey of Sherman; Billy (Catherine), Matthew, and Micah of Monroe, and Andrew (Hallie) of Baton Rouge. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters: George W. (Billie) Blankenship of Austin, Bill (Virginia) Blankenship of Sherman, Marilyn Hogenson of Pottsboro, Jerry (Judy) Blankenship of Lake Whitney, and Kathy Dophied of Pottsboro, as well as a multitude of devoted nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends.

Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 11 at Calvary Baptist Church in Denison with Dr. Bill Dye and Reverend Danny Broughton officiating. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Burial will follow at Georgetown Cemetery. The family will receive visitors Monday evening at 6 p.m. at Johnson-Moore Funeral Home.

A staunch advocate of all children, Sarah was passionate about helping her special needs granddaughter, Lindsey. She spent lots of time with her Lindsey, content to watch the same musicals over and over, listen to the same songs a thousand times, and flip through magazines searching for daddy-pictures as long as Lindsey wanted her to. She enjoyed making Lindsey's lunch each day for school, and took pride in being the one who could get Lindsey to swallow her medicine when nobody else could.

Sarah was an ardent student of Grayson County History. She loved visiting with Judge R. C. Vaughan and other knowledgeable enthusiasts, researching historical events, and cataloguing old cemeteries. She was primarily responsible for the donation of several buildings to Frontier Village at Loy Lake, where for years she was an active supporter in preserving the heritage of this area. She researched her own family background, compiling information on Blankenships and Bradleys, and wrote several pieces of historical fiction centering around her ancestors. She particularly enjoyed sitting on the porch of the Sallie B, looking over land that has belonged to her family since 1836.

In addition, Sarah rescued numerous dogs over the years, some from the shelter and some who just appeared on her doorstep, and she cared for them as if they were her children, taking them for rides and visits to the drive-by window at McDonald's.

Sarah was a strong, capable woman with a lively wit and boundless curiosity. She loved her family and friends unconditionally, and was never too busy or tired to offer a listening ear, a helping hand, a comforting word when she was needed. A loving, indulgent grandmother, she could make any celebration joyful, never forgetting children's birthdays. While she was frugal in providing for herself, Sarah loved giving to her grandchildren. She was a wonderful mother, welcoming her sons' friends into her home-in their youth, at all hours of the day and night. She was the hub of her family, the woman everyone turned to for support and guidance, and she will be sorely missed, even as they rejoice that she has no more pain. While her severe rheumatoid arthritis curtailed many activities, Sarah chose not to complain or take to her bed, but continued to maintain her home and her independence, turning her efforts to becoming a prayer warrior for her family and friends, devoting hours to her ministry.

Donations in Sarah's memory may be made to Calvary Baptist Church. Condolences may be registered at www.johnsonmoorefuneralhome.net.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Herald Democrat on Sep. 10, 2012.

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Lydia Butler-White

September 16, 2012

Bob, God bless you and your brothers as you close this chapter of your life. Her legacy and memories will be forever in your minds and hearts. There's a song that says "Let the light shine from the lighthouse...shine on me." Your mom's light is shining. Be blessed.

Class of 1975 DHS

Mavis Anne Bryant

September 13, 2012

As a board member of Grayson County Frontier Village, I am grateful for Sarah Dye's long and inspired efforts to discover and preserve our county's history. We all benefit from her legacy.

Leann Blankenship Fenley

September 13, 2012

My deepest sympathy to your family. You are in my prayers always.

Kindle Fisher

September 12, 2012

I had the honor in having Ms.Dye as a teacher. I loved hearing all of her stories. She will be greatly missed. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Debbie Corcoran Todd

September 12, 2012

Bob, I am so sorry for your loss. Your Mom sounds like she was a lovely lady who lived a wonderful life. I will pray for peace & comfort for you & your family during this difficult time.

Many Blessings,
Debbie

Bobby Coder

September 11, 2012

The entire Dye family will be in my prayers and especially my long time
friend Bob. Angels ,watch over them.

September 11, 2012

Sarah was indeed a remarkable lady, so gifted and compassionate. She left a legacy of respect and dignity. She will be missed. My sincere sympathy to the family. Mary Lou King

Kyle Massenburg

September 11, 2012

Bob and family, my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your sweet mother. My prayers to you all.

Rick & Glenna Wrem

September 10, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during your time of loss.

Betty Johnson

September 10, 2012

Kathy, I am so sorry to hear you have lost your sister. Please know I am praying for the peace of the Lord for you and all your family.
Love,
Betty Ferguson Johnson

Bridget Scruggs

September 10, 2012

Hello Bob and Family....I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are...she is absolutely fine. We all know what goes on in this world today...I am willing to bet she has a smile on her face.
Love Bridget, Ken and the children

Myrtle Tate

September 10, 2012

Ms. Sarah I know you can't hear me but, I hope you felt the love extended from my family to yours. You were an amazing lady seemed to have the patience o Job. May God bless you and give you peace and a deserving reward.

Debbie Hicks

September 10, 2012

Thoughts & prayers to each one of you at this difficult time. Mrs Dye was a very special teacher & person to alot of us.

September 10, 2012

Our condolences to the family. Sandy and Dave.

Marcia (Toney) Pallutto

September 10, 2012

My mother and father thought so much of your mom. She was such a sweetheart. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Take comfort in knowing that she and my parents are celebrating eternal life in Heaven. May God Bless.

September 10, 2012

Bob, Ben and Family, So sad, you're in my thoughts and prayers
Bill Mischkot

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