Sara McCuen Obituary

Georgia, I just heard about your mom's death...so, so, sorry. You were a great daughter to her in so many ways. It's so hard to lose a mother...may your grieving be soon replaced with fond memories.

Mary Gee St. Simons Island, GA

Georgia and Richard - We were so sorry to learn of Aunt Sara's passing. We found out the same day Callie dies (5/9). Aunt Sata was a remarkable person and I missed seeing and talking with her the last few years. We are still in a state of shock about Callie. She was in a nursing home but had been doing very good. Our prayers are with you and we appreciated the message from Richard.

Judy Willingham and Jim McCuen and family

georgia and family - sorry to have somehow missed this - the obituary was really beautiful - so very sorry for your loss - sending much love and prayers your way

Georgia and Richard, my deepest sympathies over the loss of your mother. She was truly special...I will always cherish my memories of her as my teacher and as the wonderful fortune teller at Mays Park Halloween parties!

To those who have sent heart-felt tributes to our precious Mother--we sincerely thank you for remembering her and honoring her memory. We always knew she was so very special, and it is deeply appreciated that others share our love, admiration and respect for her. We believe that all who knew and loved Sara McCuen were certainly better for it. Richard and I have been blessed to have intimately shared her life and we are so grateful for the tributes offered over the past week. God bless you--we pray that all who have gained from her influence may continue to honor her memory by paying it forward...

Georgia and Richard, I am so sorry about your mother. She was a unique person. I loved all the stories you all would tell about her and the trips you took as a family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Love, Teresa Hubbell Mayes, Charlotte, NC

Georgia and Richard,
I was so sad to learn of your mom's death only after her funeral. I would love to have seen all of you. She was truly a remarkable woman, and not only my cousin but my good friend when I lived in Columbia. I was privileged to see her "re-invent herself" after a serious accident in her later years that severely affected her health and mobility. She and I did gentle stretching exercises together, and then - unbelievably - progressed to step aerobics and weight lifting! In a few months' time she transformed herself into a trim-figured glamor girl complete with upswept hairdo and stylish clothes. One of her ex-pupils thought she was "Mrs. McCuen's daughter," making her younger by an entire generation! It was a great privilege to know her, and I will always treasure my memories of her.

richard i know its been a long long time since we have spoken but i am very sorry to hear about your loss. may God comfort you and your family as he did mine 5 weeks ago when my mom passed.my families prayers will include you and your family

Richard, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Your mother was a remarkable women. She was always one of my favorite teachers. Karta Van Hook(Moncks Corner, SC)

Mrs. McCuen was my 5th grade teacher at St. Andrews Elementary. I remember her saying, "Know the truth and the truth will set you free". How true that is!!
Krista Horton Meyer

Richard , your mother had a great influence on me when she taught me in elementery school. Indeed what a great lady she was. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kristen, Georgia, and family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time, remembering your remarkable grandmother, mother, and friend.

Richard,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time.

Richard, Georgia and Family:

Please know that we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Much love, Laurie & Mickey Smith

Richard and Georgia,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I will always remember your mom as a kind and loving person. I am a better person because of her simple act of kindness toward me.

Richard and Georgia, My prayers are with you guys. My thoughts are with you.Love, Sally, Steve, Lucas and Robin Paulsen

Georgia,Richard and family....sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. McCuen. She was indeed an inspiration to all. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers today and everyday.

Richard and Georgia:
You know how I felt about your mother and how deeply I treasured her being such an important person in my life. If we all could try to be a little like her, what a much better world this would be.
Thanks for sharing her with us.

Definately one of my favorite teachers! I used to always think of your Mom when I went down Trenolm Rd.
Richard.... Peace & Joy of your wonderful Mom's life & legacy!
Shep Griffith
Orlando,Fl

Mrs. McCuen didn't teach me, but I remember very vividly her reading the poem, "Casey at the Bat" when I was in the fifth grade. I had never heard anyone read a poem like that and capture my attention like she did. She inspired me to become a teacher and share with my students the excitement she had. I know this is a very emotional time for you, but may you take comfort in knowing that she left her legacy here with many people. She was one in a million!

I loved Mrs. McCuen. I have thought about her so many times in my life. Yes, she was also my teacher in fourth grade at Crayton - the very best year of my elementary school years. Whenever anyone asks me who was your favorite teacher, hands down & no second thoughts, it was Mrs. McCuen. She was an incredible person and highly gifted teacher who will always be remembered in my heart.
Meredith Berry

I am so sorry to hear that Mama Shay passed on the anniversary of Kathy's passing. I have so many memories from childhood of both of them. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Georgia, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. just remember memories are a wonderful thing and soon you will look back an it won't be as painful. Susan& Randy -Chapin, S.C.

Sara McCuen also taught me in the 4th grade at Crayton.
She also instilled in me a love of reading that lasts until today.

Mrs. McCuen also taught me in 4th grade at Crayton. She was a wonderful teacher. She deeply cared about me in class, as she recognized I needed glasses that year, as well as helped me out when I broke my thumb and also got pneumonia. She was my teacher when President Kennedy was killed, and she took the time to explain to us kids what it was about. She was not only a great teacher but a caring soul. Walter Durst, Columbia SC

Mrs. McCuen was my 4th grade teacher at Crayton. What a wonderful person. Sharon Miller- Beaufort S. C.

Mrs McCuen was the most important positive influence on my life as a child. She was my 4th grade teacher, and came into my life when I was troubled, insecure, and so lost. My family was in chaos. Mrs. McCuen took a precocious, immature, hyperactive child and saw what I could become. She loved each of her students, but she made me feel like I was the most special person she knew. She calmed me. She told me she loved me. She gave me extra responsibility and knew that I would rise to her expectations.

She read to our class, even though we could all read. I still remember her reading "The Incredible Journey" and "A Taste of Blackberries." I developed a love for reading from her that has now been passed down to my own children.

She had a mirror in her room, and a sign which read, "This is the most important person in the world", and she would have us read it when we looked into that mirror. I wonder how many children she sent out into the world with a sense of self-worth because of her belief in us.

I was blessed to have been able to see her a few years ago and tell her all of this in person. I had many teachers in my life, but Mrs. McCuen was the one who made the biggest imprint on my life. I can say with all honesty, I don't know if I would have survived my childhood and adolescence if she had not been there during that most critical year.

Thank you, God, for placing this incredible woman on earth. She truly lived a life of value, and she showed me who You are.

Holly (Flake) Sox