Sarah Jarvis

Sarah Weld JarvisAfter her 75th birthday in December, Sarah Weld Jarvis, was surprised to find she had an inoperable brain tumor. Sarah was the daughter of Dr. Fred Jackson Jarvis and Constance Weld Jarvis. She was also sister to Peter Jarvis, Laurie Barenborg, and Bruce Jarvis. Although not expecting to leave the earth so soon, it was in peaceful grief and acceptance that she began the process of leaving cherished colleagues, friends and family. Her children, Michele Heaton, Constance Aleman, and Peter Thomas, along with their partners, Steve, Gonzalo, and Jill, cherish her memories. Sarah longed for the opportunity to spend more time with her beloved grandchildren, Tyce, Alyssa, Shantelle, and Slate Thomas.
Her children and grandchildren will remember her as a generous spirit who gave more than she received. Everyone Sarah touched on earth felt blessed by her presence. She was a forward thinker whose life work fought man's cruelty to one another and destruction of the environment. She is also remembered as intellectual, independent, and physically strong, never letting age slow her down, working full time up until her diagnosis.
In the late 1970's while working toward a PhD in Environmental Education, Sarah began volunteering at Seattle Rape Relief. This work became more compelling, and helping those who have suffered from sexual assault became her life's work. In 1992 she moved to California and in 1995 founded Rape Trauma Services of San Mateo County. RTS is the only organization in the county providing sexual assault services for survivors and their loved ones while working in the community to prevent sexual assault, end cycles of violence, and educate residents and providers about sexual violence and abuse.
For those wishing to continue her work, donations can be made to:
Rape Trauma Services, Attn: Emily Abrams, 1860 El Camino Real, Suite 406, Burlingame, CA 94010.