Tommie L. Sawyer, 95, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 18, 2020 in Lansing, Michigan. A lifelong resident of Ingham County, Tommie was born January 25, 1925 in Bell Oak to Elbert and Goldie (Fisher) Sawyer. He was a proud Army veteran of WWII, and longtime associate of Sparrow Hospital.
Tommie loved golfing, fishing, and motorcycling – taking trips all around the country with his wife, Luana. Together they wintered in Florida for over 30 years. He was a talented wood and metal worker, and above all, loved his grandkids, great-grandkids, and now, great-great-grandkids.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Cleo Hill, Clinton Sawyer, and Billie Sawyer and great grandson, Caleb Turner.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 73 years, Luana (Monroe) Sawyer; his children, Shirley (James) LaPine, Thomas (Sherry) Sawyer, and Luana (Eddie) Fuller; his 11 grandkids, 30 great-grandkids, and 2 great-great-grandkids; as well as many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
A private family service will take place, followed by burial at Alchin Farms Cemetery in Webberville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Webberville United Methodist Church, 4215 E. Holt Rd, Webberville, MI 48892.
