Florence Sayre, 97

Florence Marie Sayre, age 97, of Sturgis, passed away early Monday morning, February 26, 2024 at Birch Meadows in Three Rivers.

She was born February 6, 1927 in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada daughter of the late Michael J. and Elizabeth M. (O’Brien) Ebbs.

Florence married her Air Force sweetheart, Jack Sayre, on June 7, 1951, at Ft. Pepperil, St. Johns, Newfoundland. They traveled the world moving from base to base, including; England, Colorado Springs, Cocoa Beach, and several other bases until Jack retired. After living in Silicon Valley for several years they returned to St. Johns, Newfoundland. Eventually they moved to Sturgis to be closer to their children and grandchildren.

Florence was a housewife, mother of two children, Roy and Sharon. She loved her family and enjoyed her independence and was always on the go! She even earned the nickname “Go Go Flo”. She had a vibrant personality that would light up the room. She engaged everyone she met with the genuine manner of a true Newfoundlander.

She is survived by her Loving Daughter Sharon and her husband Lester Hertlein of Three Rivers; Grandchildren: Brian and his wife Arielle Hertlein of Sturgis, Angela Hertlein of Denver, Great grandchildren: Jaida, Liam and Kera Hertlein: Julien Dejnowski. Residing in Colorado: Brother-in-law Roy Spenser, Sister-in-law Patty Spencer, Sister-in-law Donna Newton, as well as many nieces, nephews, Great nieces, and Great nephews. Residing in St Johns, Newfoundland: Two nephews: Robert Somerton and Obie Somerton; three nieces: Florence Whelan, Vera Powers, Ann Noris. As well as many Great nephews and Great nieces.

In accordance with her wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Florence Marie Sayre will be held at 1:00 on Saturday, March 16th at the Hackman Chapel of Hackman Family Funeral Homes, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091. Private Entombment of the remains will take place at Oak Lawn Cemetery Columbarium in Sturgis at a later date.

The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Sayre’s memory consider Wounded Warrior Project 4899 Belfort Road Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

We encourage relatives and friends to share memories and condolences at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.