In loving memory of

Sara Drescher
January 31, 2017

Sara Jo Drescher, age 66, of Quincy, died Monday, January 30, 2017, at 10:23 pm in Blessing Hospital.

Sara was born April 17, 1950 in Quincy, Illinois, the daughter of Ralph and Marianne Field Drescher.

She received her Bachelor's Degree in Education from Quincy University in 1973 and her Master's of Art in Elementary Education from Truman State University in Kirksville, MO. Sara later went on to receive certifications in Elementary, Reading, and Special Education. She taught full time in the Quincy Public Schools for 32 years from 1973 until 2006, specializing in reading and learning disabilities. After retirement, she continued to teach as a substitute in both public and private schools in the Quincy area, as well as tutoring for John Wood Community College, Quincy Park District, and Caywood's Youth Center. Sara also worked as a part time sales associate for both Niemann Foods and Hy-Vee.

She was a lifetime member of Central Baptist Church, and she loved the Lord with all her heart. In addition to her love of teaching, her other passions included: reading, the Chicago Cubs, teddy bears, Hawaii, and Camaros.

Sara is survived by a sister, Sandy (Fred) Tebbenkamp, of Merriam, KS; a brother-in-law, Ben Ramsay, of Wilmington, NC; five nieces and nephews: David (Laurie) Tebbenkamp, Danny (Courtney) Tebbenkamp, Heather Ramsay, Melicent (Tom) Kuryla, and Ben (Allison) Ramsay IV; eight great-nieces and nephews; an aunt, Jacquie Field, of Lakewood, CO; a step brother, Paul Fornell, of New Mexico; a step sister, Carol Batista, of Oregon; and numerous cousins.

Sara was preceded in death by her parents: Ralph Drescher and Marianne Drescher Fornell; a sister, Wendy Ramsay; a step-father, David Fornell; and an aunt, Edna Mae Drescher

Services: 11:00 am Saturday, February 4, 2017 at Central Baptist Church, with Rev. David Tebbenkamp and Rev. James Harper officiating.

Burial: Woodland Cemetery, Quincy, Illinois

Visitation: 9:00 am - 11:00 am, Saturday February 4, 2017 at Central Baptist Church

Memorials: Central Baptist Church Youth Ministries

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Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.

Tributes

Crystal Lynn Clark Troutman wrote on Feb 4, 2017:

"She will be missed she was my teacher in 3 grade and 5 grade she always token us out for ice cream she loved to read to us as well love telling us what she did that night loved to go on her jog for the morning time"

Michael Entsminger wrote on Feb 4, 2017:

"Sandy and family, I'm am so sorry to hear of Sarah's passing. I just found out last night 2/3/17, I would have liked to been there to say good bye. Sarah has been a part of my life for so long, junior high, senior high and then Quincy college. I left her a message on Christmas Eve of last year, she sent me one of her little post cards saying she was sorry she missed my call and we would catch up soon. I should have called back. She was truly a very special person, she touched a lot of people's lives and made such a big difference in so many little lives. I will miss her. God bless."

Janice Lutenberg Simpson wrote on Feb 4, 2017:

"Sorry to learn of Sara's passing and sending heartfelt sympathy. My parents, Roy and Celia Lutenberg and my brother Charles lived across the street (Madonna Drive) from the Dresher family for many years. I remember Sara well."

Jim and Peggy Bailey wrote on Feb 3, 2017:

"We were sad to hear of Sara's death. We worked for the Quincy Public Schools during the same period of time as Sara and got to know her quite well. We also remember many conversations with Sara at Sheridan Swim Club where she was a member for many years. Sara was a good person and a dedicated teacher. Deepest sympathy to her family and may Sara rest in peace."

Barbara and Don Pearson wrote on Feb 3, 2017:

"I knew Sara from the time she was 13 years of age. She was always highly focused as a student & continued to add to her educational credentials throughout her life. Those qualities and accomplishments enabled her to influence the lives of hundreds of her Quincy area students during her more than 40-year career as a teacher. She "Brightened the Corne"r where she was and will be fondly remembered."

Sara wrote on Feb 3, 2017:

"I am sorry to hear that Sara died she was a good teacher"

karly wrote on Feb 3, 2017:

"its sad i adored this women she was my sub at school and we always talkked for hours its a sad thing when she was passing"

Nancy Hills Baum wrote on Feb 3, 2017:

"My deepest sympathy to Sara family. I worked with Sara at Washington School. She was a very kind person , and she loved her work. God bless"

Greg Behrens wrote on Feb 2, 2017:

"I am so sorry to hear of Sara's passing. Sara was a childhood friend. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time."

Tina Peters wrote on Feb 2, 2017:

"She was such a sweetheart! A great employee of Hy Vee! She will be greatly missed.. sending Prayers for her family.RIP Sara"

Beverly Hurt wrote on Feb 2, 2017:

"My deepest sympathy to the family. I did my student teaching with Sara many years ago at Baldwin. She definitely showed me a great deal about teaching/teachers. She was also a sub at our building for the past several years, so I was able to stay in touch with her."

TRINA FROM SHOTTENKIRK CHEVY wrote on Feb 2, 2017:

"SARA WAS A CUSTOMER OF MINE FOR MANY YEARS. VERY NICE LADY!!! SORRY FOR YIOUR LOSS"

Katie Kraushaar wrote on Feb 1, 2017:

"Sara was a regular patron at the Library, and it was always a pleasure to visit with her. I am so sorry."

Stephanie Lamb wrote on Feb 1, 2017:

"I was saddened to hear about Sara's passing. I worked with her when she subbed at Caywood's. She was fun to talk to, especially when discussing baseball & our "disagreement" about whether Cubs or Cardinals are better. Sara will be greatly missed. My prayers are with her family."

Abbey wrote on Feb 1, 2017:

"I'm so sorry for your loss, she will be deeply missed. Sara was a substitute at my school a few times she was a nice lady and a good teacher! I only wish I would have gotten to know her better and that she would have substituted at my school more because she was one the best substitutes ever. I wish the best to Sara's family, she will be deeply missed!"

Zachary wrote on Feb 1, 2017:

"I sorry Sara you died"

Adora Huddleston wrote on Feb 1, 2017:

"I'm so sorry for your loss. Sara was kind enough to substitute for me in my classroom as well as other teachers at Payson Seymour High School. The students really enjoyed her as a substitute teacher. She will truly be missed. Praying for your family during this difficult time."

Buffy Bence wrote on Feb 1, 2017:

"I am sorry to hear this Sara was my 4th grade teacher in Baldwin School.She always took us to Baskin Ribbins for icecream if we did good on our test.I also enjoyed her talking all the time about her trips to Hawaii.She was a great teacher and person.She will be Missed."

Danya wheeler wrote on Feb 1, 2017:

"I knew Sara from hyvee and St francis always was so glad to see you and so helpful so sorry that she is gone and will truly be missed"

Vicki Cory Blackwell wrote on Feb 1, 2017:

"Saddened to be reading about Sara's passing. We go back a long ways from scouts to teaching with her. Thoughts and prayers go out to the family."

Janet and Jim Hall wrote on Feb 1, 2017:

"We are sad for Sarah Dresher's passing. We are members at CBChurch and think of her as like a daughter. You all have our sympathy. Janet and Jim Hall"

Brenda Pults wrote on Feb 1, 2017:

"My heart goes out to the family. She was very dear to me while my time at Baldwin she helped me oversee my disability and I gained alot of respect for her over the years. She helped me get back to regular classes and in spite of all I graduated college. Of all the times I seen her at hyvee, I wished I had gotten to talk to her more and thank her for what she did for me. God blessed her with a gift and she is definitely an angel to all."

Cheri and Joe Friedman wrote on Feb 1, 2017:

"Sandy and Fred, Praying the Lord will comfort you and surround you with His peace and wisdom in the days ahead. What a great comfort to know Sara is with Jesus, forever in the presence of Love, Himself."

Jim Bower wrote on Feb 1, 2017:

"Had Sara in class. She was a good student and a good person. RIP."

Betsy wrote on Feb 1, 2017:

"I'm so very sorry for your loss. Sara was a sub teacher for us at Caywood's Youth Center and she will be greatly missed."

Pati Keys Eaton wrote on Feb 1, 2017:

"I am so sorry for your loss my father and I was just talking about Sara the other night. We missed seeing her at Hy Vee and was wondering about her. I loved growing up with her and being neighbors for so many years. Our prayers for your family!"

Sharon (Schuette) Higgins wrote on Jan 31, 2017:

"I am deeply sad and sorry to read of Sara's passing. She and I go back a long way from grade school to high school. We were both girls scouts where our mothers were leaders. Sara was a great friend and person. My daughter is a teacher at Liberty school and met Sara there as my daughter, Amy Allen was a Special Ed teacher the first 7 years of her career and now Title 1 Reading. Sara and I would talk about the Chicago Cubs as we were both avid FANS. I will miss her always. She was a special person and friend. Sharon (Schuette) Higgins Class of 1968"

Douglas , Anna And Henry Smith wrote on Jan 31, 2017:

"Sandy and Family, You have our deepest sympathy. Sara was a great friend to our family for many years."