Joan Sawyer's obituary , Passed away on October 15, 2025 in Montgomery, Alabama

Joan Sawyer

October 15, 2025

Montgomery, Alabama

Joan Sawyer's obituary , Passed away on October 15, 2025 in Montgomery, Alabama

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Phillips Riley Funeral Home

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Joan Sawyer Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Joan Sawyer of Montgomery, Alabama, who passed away, on October 15, 2025. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joan Sawyer to show support.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Joan's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

The lying in state will be held on Wednesday, October 22nd 2025 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM and on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 at 12:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Freewill Missionary Baptist Church (1724 Hill St, Montgomery, AL 36108). A burial will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 at the same location. Social Distancing Practices will be observed during the visitation and services.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Phillips Riley Funeral Home



Wed

Oct 22

Lying in state

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Phillips-Riley Chapel
2284 W Fairview Ave, Montgomery, AL 36108

Thu

Oct 23

Lying in state

12:00 PM

Freewill Missionary Baptist Church
1724 Hill St, Montgomery, AL 36108

Thu

Oct 23

Funeral service

1:00 PM

Freewill Missionary Baptist Church
1724 Hill St, Montgomery, AL 36108

Thu

Oct 23

Burial

Freewill Missionary Baptist Church
1724 Hill St, Montgomery, AL 36108

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