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Sara Novak Obituary
1921 - 2011
Sara Frances Dickey Novak, 89, of Henderson, TN formerly of Pensacola, FL passed away on Friday, September 9, 2011.
Mrs. Novak was born in Grady, AL to John Kirby And Sallie Adell Owens Dickey. She was an active member of Scenic Hills Church of Christ and a resident of Pensacola for 48 years before moving to Henderson to be near her son. She was a member of the Estes Church of Christ and lived at Heritage Towers for 5 years where she had many friends. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by those who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her Husband of nearly 64 years Henry H. (Hank) Novak who she married on her 21st birthday, her parents, three brothers, four sisters, and her son, Henry Harry Novak, Jr.
Survivors include her son, David (Laurie) Novak; sister Mable (Alton) Long of Birmingham, Al and brother Bibb (Dot) Dickey of Fort Walton Beach, FL; Five grandchildren, April Novak, Kristi (Brad) Montague, Jeffrey Novak, Alexia Novak, and Robbie Novak; and adopted daughter, Raja Makhlouf.
Funeral services will be held 12:30 PM, Wednesday, September 14, 2011 at Pensacola Memorial Gardens Funeral Home Chapel with Minister Brent Missildine officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time. Burial will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery.
Pensacola Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements in Pensacola, FL and Shackelford - Casey Chapel in Henderson, TN.
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Mike Spencer
September 15, 2011
Our family knew Hank, Sara and David when we attended the Eastgate Chuch and later the Scenic Hills Church. Sara was looked on as the other mother to all the kids who attended Eastgate. She was also a good friend and sister in Christ, for life.
Mom and Dad were close friends to Hank and Sara for many years. One of the fondest memories we have of Sara were the things she said and did to ease our hearts the night Dad passed away. (Sara) and Hank were always there for anyone in dispair.
David we missed your mother when she left Pensacola. And now even more. Our only joy at this time is that we will be with Sara again some day with our lord.
All of the Spencer Family send our deepest sympathy. May God comfort you and all your family.
In Christian Love, The Spencers
Angela Fradejas
September 13, 2011
Sara was such a great inspiration, a christian lady, a loving wife, mother and friend. I missed her so much when she moved to Tennessee, but I knew it was for the best. I'm sure that she touched so many lives there as she did here. I loved spending time with her; she would share stories of her past & family. She stole my heart, she will be missed.
Frank &Doris Emmons
September 13, 2011
Frank and I loved Sara & Hank , very much. She was a great example of Proverbs 31, and that doesn't pertain to just anyone. Bro Hank & Sara always had time for other's. We were invited to have a meal with them many times. She was a wonderful cook & we loved her potato rolls. Bro. Hank had a mission with his little Christmas cakes, he cried when his health wouldn't permit him to do it anymore. They were both here to serve. We will always have memories of them that will stay with us for our lifetime. Rest with Bro. Hank & God,Sara, your work on earth is through. Our Love to the Family. Sincerely, Frank & Doris Emmons
Mary Davis
September 13, 2011
Sara was like a mother to me & a grandmother to my girls Anna & Susan. She was a kind loving soul who lived to serve others & a great example of what a Christian woman, wife & mother should be. Rest in peace dear friend.
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