Eugenia L. Sarratt

In a world that always seems to move too quickly, Grandma slowed things down. She taught me the importance of appreciating the small things and the importance of hard work. She was undeniably strong and brave. She was the type of woman who would give you the shirt off her back. She loved and cared for her entire family - from her daughter, to her grandkids, and even her great granddaughter. She always found the joy in things, but wouldn’t hesitate to stand up for those she loved. Grandma, who grew up during the Great Depression and sometimes went to bed hungry, never wanted her family to feel empty. She nourished our bellies, our minds, and our hearts – with her home-cooked meals, her wisdom, and her love.

For many years, she worked as photo lab technician where she would develop pictures for maps. Some of these maps were made by a handsome young man, Derald Sarratt. These days it’s hard to find the kind of love that would last forever, but to them it came easy. It was love at first sight until the end. They spent their life full of love and laughter.

It was my grandmother’s time. Knowing her, she would want us to remember that as people are plucked from this earth, new seeds are planted, and new flowers are forever blossoming. The regenerative cycle of life helps us grow; it keeps us grounded. Our world would be much different if Eugenia hadn’t been here. She was the best gift we could have received, and having surely gone to Heaven, she will continue to bless us with her generous spirit.

Loved ones that cleared the path for Eugenia are her parents, Ada and Richard, and her loving husband, Derald Sarratt. Loved ones that will miss her until we meet again include her daughter Carol Sarratt, grandchildren Angelique, Colton, Gabrielle, and her great granddaughter Adrianna.