Sarah Mauldin Blackmon, 81, resident of Chapin, SC, wife of the late Carl "Jay" Johnson Blackmon, passed away Friday, February 18, 2022 at her childhood home in Greenwood, SC.

Born August 7, 1940, in Greenwood, SC, she was the daughter of the late William Furman Mauldin and Estelle Murray Mauldin. She was a graduate of Greenwood High School, class of '58, a graduate of Converse College, and received her Master of Education from Monmouth College (now Monmouth University).

Sarah was a member of First Baptist Church of Greenwood, SC and Lake Murray Presbyterian Church of Chapin, SC.

Surviving are her two sons, William Blackmon of Raleigh, NC, and John (Tuula) Blackmon of Boca Raton, FL; daughter, Sarah Malloch of Greenville, SC; ten grandchildren, Rebekah (Blake) Wilson; Will, Matthew (Violet), and Jacob Blackmon, Tia Moraes (Dr. Bruno), Tanya Blackmon and Tess (Adam) Goldsmith; Christopher, Asher, and Steven Malloch; four great-grandchildren, Oliver and Jax Wilson, Ava and Scarlet Blackmon; brother, Furman (Carol) Mauldin, and sister Kellah Mauldin (Bud) Hult; and her many beloved students from Wall High School in NJ.

Jay's employment led them to the New Jersey Shore where they lived for 42 years. Sarah and Jay enjoyed the water, beaches, and the proximity to New York City. Sarah was a much loved math teacher for the Wall Township school system and had many friends from the community. She was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church in Manasquan, New Jersey. Sarah and Jay were a few months shy of their 60th wedding anniversary when he passed in March, 2021. After retiring, they moved back to South Carolina and enjoyed their time on Lake Murray.

Services will be held Sunday, February 20, 2022 at 3:30pm at Edgewood Cemetery adjacent to the First Baptist Church of Greenwood, 722 Grace Street, Greenwood, SC 29649.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105; or First Baptist Church of Greenwood, 722 Grace Street, Greenwood, SC 29649; or Lake Murray Presbyterian Church, 2721 Dutch Fork Road, Chapin, SC 29036.

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Published by The Index-Journal from Feb. 18 to Feb. 19, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Sarah Blackmon

13 Entries

John Weaver

February 25, 2022

We have been friends for many years in N.J. and loved both Jay and Sarah. She was a very special gal, a wonderful teacher, and had a very positive attitude towards life.

Julie Huff

February 21, 2022

Sending our deep sympathy for the loss of your mother.

Dick and Debby Stern

February 21, 2022

Sarah, so sorry to hear the news. Your Mom and Dad were very special people.

Crystal Prigge Foster

February 20, 2022

Prayers for the family. I just lost my mom, and it is the hardest thing one can go through. I'm so sorry. I remember your mom from school.

Vivia Day Tatum

February 20, 2022

Sarah was an excellent teacher and friend. I have good memories of us teaching at Wall High School. She was a special person.

Jennifer McDonald

February 20, 2022

What a gifted teacher. She taught in a way to help me understand when no other teacher could. Her memory is etched in my soul and she is one the most influential teachers I have encountered! She inspired me to work in education myself and inspire children like she inspired me! What a gift she was I have never forgotten her!

Donna Blackburn (Bloodgood)

February 20, 2022

My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to the family. I had the privilege of having Mrs. Blackmon as my 8th grade algebra teacher in NJ, and fondly remember her engaging smile and laugh as well as her ability to impart the knowledge needed to perform solving algebraic equations. She made a difficult subject fun and lasting so I could still share some of the knowledge with my own children. I also had the privilege of sitting behind her daughter, Sarah, through most of middle school, and we also played soccer together. I am deeply sorry to learn of her passing, but pray the memories she made with all of you will always bring you joy in your heart.

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Donna Blackburn (Bloodgood)

February 20, 2022

My heartfelt prayers and sympathy goes out to her family I had the privilege of having Mrs. Blackmon as my 8th grade algebra teacher in NJ, and she was wonderful. I´ll always remember her sweet laugh and smile and skill for imparting math in a way it could be understood and remembered years later so I could help my own children. I also had the privilege of sitting behind her daughter, Sarah, through much of middle school and played soccer with her as well. I am blessed to have known both Sarah´s and I pray the memories she made with all of you will keep her kind and jolly spirit alive in each of you.

Shannon jones

February 20, 2022

So sorry to hear I loved your mom.

Mary Ann & Stan Wonsala

February 19, 2022

Stan had the pleasure to work with Sarah at Wall Twp. High School and then we became next-door neighbors on River Rd. She was a fun loving person who was devoted to Jay, her family and friends. Sarah & I spent time walking in the area and then joined a group who learned and played golf. She had an infectous smile and personality. She and Jay will be able to celebrate their 60th Anniversary in Heaven. She lived her life enjoying every moment and I was able to enjoy it with her while I lived in Manasquan. God bless Sarah and Jay and comfort her family at this time of sorrow.

Loretta Prino

February 19, 2022

Ron and I are so very sorry to hear of your mother´s passing. She was a bright light, kind to all, welcoming and gracious. We have fond memories of working with her.

Arlene Gaona

February 19, 2022

May her memory be for a blessing. She was such a good friend to me when I started teaching at Wall high school and all the years after. It was great to stay in touch with Sarah on Facebook and chat now and then. We always had a connection and I am sure I am not the only one.

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