Sally Tyler Lehr

It is true heartbreak to know of the loss of Dr. Lehr. What a true pleasure it was to have known Sally - as she so politely would have preferred that I address her by her first name. My thoughts and prayers are with Sally's family, friends and loved ones. Thank you for igniting my interest in psychiatric nursing, for being so kind and understanding, and for always brightening my day with your smile. Your tenacity is one of the many reasons I am so proud of being an Emory alumnae and I am so blessed and thankful to have been educated and challenged by such an admirable and beloved instructor.

I am very sorry to hear of Sally's death. I first met her when she came to Jamaica with Gary Wallace and NP students back in 1997 or so. When I moved to study at Emory she was a lovely and inspiring support.

Sally was a wonderful person. To know her was to love her. I have known and admired her since early 1980. We shared our struggles with melanoma and our love of psychiatric nursing. I will miss her very much at psych nursing meeting. Condolences to her family.

Sally was one of the dearest! She and I spent many times together working on projects for our sexuality community. You will be missed by so many of us.

There will never be anyone again as wonderful as Sally! She was my mentor and my friend. As busy as she was, she always had time for me and helped me through a difficult transition. I will miss her greatly. I am so sorry for you, Ralph, and for your daughters - I know you will miss her greatly, too.
Margie Dunne Whittaker

Ralph and family ,You must be very pleased with the lovely Celebration of Life yesterday . Thank you to everyone who shared the rememberances of Sally 's life .Blessings to everyone ,Linda Denham

Dear Ralph and family,
Just wanted to let you know Ed and I are thinking of you. We never saw you when you did not mention your sweet Sally and the rest of your family. I knew her briefly when we were both at Emory, but through you grew to know her much better. Love to you, especially during this time. Pat and Ed Joy

May your most beautiful soul rest in peace. I have felt so lucky & so fortunate to have crossed paths. I'm not sure words could wholly express how truly wonderful you are & how much you have touched the many lives of others.
I hope to carry on your compassion & love of nursing. Many times in my blooming career I've thought of you & have used what you have taught me in caring for my patients.
I am truly grateful to have known you. May the heavens & sky above celebrate your joyous , wonderful loving soul.

Dear Ralph,
As one of my oldest and dearest friends, I just wish I knew a way to send you and your family comfort at this very difficult time. I have read the words about your precious Sally and only wish I had known her better. I always knew that she had to be very, very special for you to have loved her so deeply all of these years. I just didn't know, until now, how incredibly special and compassionate and accomplished she was. She is an angel that will be with you and your children forever more. Sending a heart full of love for you all.

Ralph & Family,

We are deeply saddened by the news of your loss. Sally was such a special person, and we are proud to have known her. She will be greatly missed by her extended family in Dunwoody and those of us that knew her.

Dale & Joy Nicholson

Sally was in her third year at Emory and her first year of nursing school there when I first met her. I was in my senior year at Emory and was struggling financially. My car got a flat tire and I was unable to pay to get it fixed. Sally organized several of her dorm friends and they pitched in to buy me a new tire. I was overwhelmed and so were my feet as they were tired of walking to work and other places. This impressed me very much with her sense of caring. She demonstrated that all of her life, endearing her to us all. She is irreplaceable and serves as a model for all of us of how we should live our lives! God bless Ralph and the girls and all other family! Richard Bagby, MD

We here at Legacy Planning Group are reminded of Galatians 5:22-23. "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long suffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law." This is how we knew Sally. When my wife Camille was going through breast cancer treatments Sally was particularly interested and gracious in offering suggestions for care. We are blessed for the privilege to know and serve she and Ralph. Ralph, you and the family are in our prayers.

Dear Ralph, Caroline, Allison and Elizabeth, we are so sorry to learn of Sally's death. Please know you are all in our prayers. God bless and comfort you.

Sally will always be remembered for her effervescent personality, her love of life and her love for her family.
May reflections of cherished moments bring peace to your soul.
Love never dies, it always leaves us better for having shared it. May God's love guide you and your family during this time of sorrow and my you find solace in His care.
Ruth Anne Paradice

Sally always took the time to help me with stories for Emory Nursing magazine. She was a joy to know and always greeted you with a smile.

Dr. Lehr & Family,

May Peace, Love and Fond Memories replace your heartaches. We all loved Sally very much. May God continue to strengthen you and the family throughout this time of Sorrow.

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. Psalms 116:15.

Dearest Ralph, Sending you and your beautiful family, our very deepest sympathy and love. - Richie and Bonnie DiPacio

I am very sorry for your loss.

To the family and friends please accept my condolences know that the God of all comfort feel your pain and sorrow.Isaiah 61:1,2 reads:He sent me (Jesus Christ) to bind up the broken hearted and to comfort all who mourn.

My thoughts and prayers are with Sally's family. May God's peace be with you. Sally truly epitomized "a life well-lived"! As first a student, then a colleague of Sally's, she was a guiding-light mentor for me--as a nurse, educator, and friend. Her kindness and steadfast support through the years were exemplary. And her bright, quick wit was a refreshing oasis. She touched the lives of so many people; her spirit will sustain in the hearts of her family, friends, students, and patients.

I taught with Sally at Emory. She was truly wonderful and a fun person! She will be missed.

There was not one person in the Emory Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing - faculty, students, staff, and alumni - who did not love Sally. Indeed, heaven has gained a shining jewel and we will miss her wonderful smile, spirit, and spunk.

Dr. Sally Lehr was such a blessing to all who knew her! I am an Emiry School of Nursing Alum 2010/BSN.

My wife, Zoe Hicks, and I have known Sally and Ralph since we were students together at Emory in the 60s. Ralph and I are Sigma Chi fraternity brothers, and Sally was the chapter sweetheart. Ralph was our family dentist for thirty plus years. We will always count them as dear friends, and honor Sally's memory. We are praying for those grieving for Sally.

Indeed heaven has gained a jewel. Very kind and knowledgeable. I had a great psychiatry learning experience because of Dr. Sally. You will be greatly missed!!

Sally never changed throughout her life. Always smiling, so affectionate to everyone, so vibrant.. She was voted most popular in our HS class, a cheerleader, everyone loved Sally. So sad she had to leave us. Thinking of her sweet family at this difficult time. Vivian Brown, Kingsport, TN

Dr. Lehr inspired a foreign student like myself. She was very kind, understanding and encouraged students to overcome obstacles. Even thought I was in her class at Emory many years ago, I have not forgotten how much I was looking forward to be in her class. You are always in my heart as a special person and an awesome teacher.

Nongnuch Taragittigul, RN, MSN (BSN Emory School of Nursing 1989)

Dr. Lehr was an amazing presence at Emory. I had her for a sex ed class that as long as I live I will never forget. She expanded our knowledge and horizons, helping us to understand that love takes many shapes and forms. She will be missed and we are ever grateful for her teachings. -Rachel Shaw Kidanne, RN, MSN. BSN class of '03.

Sally was one of those people I always was happy to see. She was a warm, affectionate person who just makes you smile. She grew up not far from my hometown so we had a lot in common. I will miss her.