Sara Ann Jennings

Born on February 22, 1936, in Camden, South Carolina, Sara spent her formative years in Orangeburg, South Carolina graduating from Orangeburg High School in 1954. It was during these years that she met her high school sweetheart, William “Clyde” Jennings, whom she married in 1957. The couple shared over 44 devoted years together until Clyde’s passing in 2001.

Sara was a longtime resident of Darien, Georgia, from 1957 until 2004 when she relocated to Brunswick with her daughter and her family. Even in retirement she enjoyed time in both cities surrounded by all her family and friends. A dedicated professional, Sara worked with Southeastern Bank in Darien for 49 years until her retirement in 2015. She served in various roles, mentoring and training many new staff members. She enjoyed banking and always placed her customers first.

Sara is survived by her daughter Brenda Elizabeth Jennings King (Ray), son William Clyde Jennings Jr. (Terry), sister Mary Cannon Parker, grandchildren William Cannon Jennings (Haley), Melissa Anne Jennings, and Mallery Elizabeth King; step-grandchildren Elizabeth Boyer Ferrell (Justin) and Justin Boyer; and five precious great-grandchildren: Payton Jennings, Charlee Jennings, Everlee Jennings, Preston Ferrell, Sophie Ferrell. She is also remembered by cousins, nephews, and her beloved pets Miley and Penelope.

She was preceded in death by her husband Clyde, infant son Richard Samuel Jennings, parents John B. and Mary Elizabeth Cannon, and brother John B. Cannon, Jr.

A devoted Christian and lifelong Methodist, Sara was a member of College Place Methodist Church in Brunswick and previously Darien United Methodist Church.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 5th at Darien United Methodist Church, 201 Franklin St., Darien, GA. Visitation begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by services at 10:30 a.m., and interment at St. Andrews Cemetery. The pallbearers will be: Will Jennings, Ad Poppell, Joe Poppell, Ty Poppell, Paul Gale, and Bruce Deverger. The assistants will be Millie Jennings and Mallery King. Honorary Pallbearers: Dr. Scott Clay, Dr. Gerado Colon-Otero, Dr. Talha Badar, M.B.B.S, Catherine Hanratty, APRN, M.S.N., and a special thank you to Sara's Care Team at Hospice of the Golden Isles.

Sara lived a life rich in love, laughter, and meaningful relationships. She was the greatest cook, mentor, and best friend. She was so kind to all those she met. It did not matter who you were or where you came from; she befriended you right from the start and had you laughing and wanting to sit and talk more! Sara never met a stranger and before you left you knew her name and where/when you could see her again.

She was also very independent and strong. If you wanted to help her that was fine. However, if not, she would find a way or do it herself! She taught her family many life lessons!

Sara loved life, being with her family and friends, cooking, crafting, sewing, thrifting, and traveling. Most of all she loved the mountains where she felt closest to God!

Donations may be made to Mayo Clinic for myelodysplastic syndrome or Acute Myeloid Leukemia research, for information about making a gift to Mayo, call 855-852-8129 or https://give.mayoclinic.org/give/609586/#!/donation

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, call 855-401-4897 or https://donate.lovetotherescue.org/campaign

or a charity of your choice.

Arrangements are entrusted to Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home in Brunswick, GA.