Donald Sr. Sawyer

SAWYER, Donald D. Sr. Age 88, of Elmira, NY passed away on December 6, 2020. Don was born in Elmira on May 14, 1932, son of the late Edward and Beatrice (Martin) Sawyer. Donald was also predeceased by his daughter, Denise Ann Sawyer and grandson, Kevin M. Cicci. Don proudly served in the US Army during the Korean War. He retired from Hardinge Brothers Inc. in Elmira Heights after many years of service. Don was survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Beverly; children, Donna Keefe, Debra (Mike) Donovan, Donald (Terri) Sawyer Jr., Diane (William) Beam, Darlene (Paul) Seymour, Edward Sawyer, Dorothy (Rick) Adams, Danny Sawyer, Dolores (Dennis) Carrigan, Dawn (Melvin) Cicci, David (Linda) Sawyer and Dale (Jennifer) Sawyer; 28 grandchildren, 57 great grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren. Due to Covid 19, the family will celebrate Don’s life at a later date. Arrangements are with the James D. Barrett Funeral Home.