CLAYTON – Sarah Elizabeth Odum Garza, age 83, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2021 at her residence.
A graveside service will be held 2:00 PM, Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Knollwood Cemetery with Reverend Jimmy Lambert officiating.
Mrs. Garza was born February 18, 1937 in Onslow County to the late Charlie Mack Odum and the late Annie Frazier Odum. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers Johnny Odum and Clarence Odum and sisters Leona Phillips, Estelle Toomer and Clarabell McEntire.
She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Saul Federico Garza; children; Charles James Conway, John Gary Conway, and Mary Ann Sansom and husband Darren Keith Sansom; grandchildren, Kathia Maria Smith and husband Albert Smith, John Gary Conway II and wife Apryl Conway, Elizabeth Raquel Sansom, and Anthony Michael Conway; great grandchildren, James Archie Cady, Richard Eugene Neumeyer III and wife Celia Neumeyer, Kloey Marie Conway, Karissa May Kern, Abigail Leah Conway, Elijah John Conway, Wesley James Conway, and Lucy Grey Conway; niece Katherine Anne Smith and husband Charles H. Smith.
Mrs. Garza was a beloved Wife, Mom, Nana and most of all best friend. She was a fierce mama bear for not only her family but others who needed her. Being a Godly woman, she touched everyone’s heart and lifted their spirits. She was a loyal and committed supporter of the Armed Forces and her husband’s military career. The beach was her happy place, and she went as often as she could. She listened intently and gave wise advice. She loved listening to all types of music. She spent many hours reading, being out in the garden, taking care of her pets, and cooking up a storm for her family. Her collard greens and pineapple cake will never be duplicated. Her biggest desire was for her family to be together and happy, healthy, and safe.
Due to Covid-19 concerns, there will be no formal visitation.
On line condolences may be made to the family at www.mclaurinatpinecrest.com.
McLaurin Funeral Home is honored to assist the Garza family.
