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Born: July 8, 1936
Died: November 14, 2019
Earl Norman Sayre
July 8, 1936 - November 14, 2019
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Earl Norman Sayre, age 83, of Piedmont died Thursday, November 14, 2019, in Riverside Manor at Newcomerstown.
He was born on July 8, 1936, in Akron, Ohio a son of the late Lester Henry and Pearl Frances Sayre.
Norm owned and operated Norm’s Service Station, Valley Motor and Towing Service in Piedmont for over 5…
Earl Norman Sayre, age 83, of Piedmont died Thursday, November 14, 2019, in Riverside Manor at Newcomerstown.
He was born on July 8, 1936, in Akron, Ohio a son of the late Lester Henry and Pearl Frances Sayre.
Norm owned and operated Norm’s Service Station, Valley Motor and Towing Service in Piedmont for over 50 years. He was a longtime member of the F&AM Lodge 415 at Freeport. Norm enjoyed time with family and friends. He loved heavy equipment, old vehicles, items from the past, going to flea markets and going to Roger’s Auction.
Surviving are his six children, Bob (Kathy) Sayre of Aberdeen, Washington, Bryan Sayre of Dover, George (Crystal) Sayre of Cadiz, Sandy (Kathy) Sayre of Bolivar, Frances Sullivan of Dennison, and Katie (Scot) Glazer of Port Washington; 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Norm was preceded in death by his brothers, Wesley Sayre, Lester (June) Sayre and a sister, Val Jean Sayre.
A gathering of family friends will take place at a later date. Cremation care has been conducted by Geib’s Tuscarawas Valley Crematory.
Memorial contributions in Norm’s name may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105 or to the Ohio Masonic Homes, 2655 West National Rd., Springfield, Ohio 45504.
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So sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Everyone on the Sullivan side wish the sayre Family our deepest sympathies; especially Francis, Stuart, Lucas and Bekah.
We would like send or condolences to the family, he was a good man that was always ready to help people or to just set down and talk to you. He will deeply missed. Bob and Brenda Wilson
Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Lighting this candle in memory of Norm.
Katie, Bob and I are sadden to hear of your dads passing my brother Boyd always talked fondly of him wish they could meet up again.Bob and Vivian Tedrick.
My condolences and deepest sympathy to Norm's family. Norm was a very important person to all of us in the Class of1956 of Greensburg High School. We enjoyed our school years together and the more recent years by his regular attendance at our yearly class reunions and bi-monthly breakfasts. We will miss him, his great smile, and gentle manner. May the peace of God be with all of his family as you celebrate his life, and we all give thanks for our memories. Paul Beal, Class of 1956 Greensburg High School
We will miss you, Norm ! But, the fond memories will live on. Our prayers for peace, comfort and tons of God's love, for all the family.
My condolences to the family. I worked at the Harrison County Title Office and always enjoyed waiting on Norm. He always had a smile. He was truly one of the good guys and he always let us know he appreciated us as well. He will be missed. ?
Josh and Shannon so sorry for your loss! XOXO Susan & Bill Graham
He will forever be in our hearts. Sorry for your loss.
We offer our sincere sympathy to the Sayre family in the loss of their father. We send our love and prayers to each of you. A true friend indeed, and a friend for over forty years, we will surely miss you my brother. Many thanks for all the good times we shared. May you rest in peace my friend and may the Lord bless you and keep you until one day when we meet again. Byron & Bonnie.
So sorry for your loss Kate! He sounds like he was one of the best...at everything. Our sincerest condolences, Kim Davis, Carolyn Leggett & Katy Townsend
Dear Sayre Family, We are saddened to hear of Norm's passing. Sending you all lots of Prayers, Hugs and Love. Past loved ones are rejoicing in Heaven as they reunite with their loved one. Rest easy Norm. God bless the Sayre Family.
Love and hugs to all of you. Norm was a good man who took me as one of his own. Him and your mom gave me really good advice and love. Love you all. Elizabeth
Sorry for yall loss he was a great friend when i lived up there in Holloway back in the day R I P NORM michael Holloway
Sorry for your loss he was a nice man
Norm was a person always ready to help out. He will leave a large hole to fill. Sorry to the kids for their loss.
Norm, You were like a second Dad to me and watched over me and always had the best advice. I will miss you!! ???? All my love and prayers to all of the family!! ????????????
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A gathering of family friends will take place at a later date.
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Ohio Masonic Homes
2655 West National Rd.
Springfield, OH 45504
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On behalf of the Geib Family and Staff, we offer our most sincere sympathy for your loss. We are honored to have been called upon to serve your family.
So sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Everyone on the Sullivan side wish the sayre Family our deepest sympathies; especially Francis, Stuart, Lucas and Bekah.
We would like send or condolences to the family, he was a good man that was always ready to help people or to just set down and talk to you. He will deeply missed. Bob and Brenda Wilson
Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Lighting this candle in memory of Norm.
Katie, Bob and I are sadden to hear of your dads passing my brother Boyd always talked fondly of him wish they could meet up again.Bob and Vivian Tedrick.
My condolences and deepest sympathy to Norm's family. Norm was a very important person to all of us in the Class of1956 of Greensburg High School. We enjoyed our school years together and the more recent years by his regular attendance at our yearly class reunions and bi-monthly breakfasts. We will miss him, his great smile, and gentle manner. May the peace of God be with all of his family as you celebrate his life, and we all give thanks for our memories. Paul Beal, Class of 1956 Greensburg High School
We will miss you, Norm ! But, the fond memories will live on. Our prayers for peace, comfort and tons of God's love, for all the family.
My condolences to the family. I worked at the Harrison County Title Office and always enjoyed waiting on Norm. He always had a smile. He was truly one of the good guys and he always let us know he appreciated us as well. He will be missed. ?
Josh and Shannon so sorry for your loss! XOXO Susan & Bill Graham
He will forever be in our hearts. Sorry for your loss.
We offer our sincere sympathy to the Sayre family in the loss of their father. We send our love and prayers to each of you. A true friend indeed, and a friend for over forty years, we will surely miss you my brother. Many thanks for all the good times we shared. May you rest in peace my friend and may the Lord bless you and keep you until one day when we meet again. Byron & Bonnie.
So sorry for your loss Kate! He sounds like he was one of the best...at everything. Our sincerest condolences, Kim Davis, Carolyn Leggett & Katy Townsend
Dear Sayre Family, We are saddened to hear of Norm's passing. Sending you all lots of Prayers, Hugs and Love. Past loved ones are rejoicing in Heaven as they reunite with their loved one. Rest easy Norm. God bless the Sayre Family.
Love and hugs to all of you. Norm was a good man who took me as one of his own. Him and your mom gave me really good advice and love. Love you all. Elizabeth
Sorry for yall loss he was a great friend when i lived up there in Holloway back in the day R I P NORM michael Holloway
Sorry for your loss he was a nice man
Norm was a person always ready to help out. He will leave a large hole to fill. Sorry to the kids for their loss.
Norm, You were like a second Dad to me and watched over me and always had the best advice. I will miss you!! ???? All my love and prayers to all of the family!! ????????????
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