Chuck was always there to help when needed.  Still miss him.

Way back in 1979 when the Bureau of Training (BOT) was operating at EKU in Richmond, I was a young newly appointed training officer at the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections (Jefferson County Jail).

In those days, corrections and police training were in the Stratton Building.

My new chief made a proposal to bring the largest jail in KY's new training program ("Major Jail Training") to the BOT at EKU. That was approved and my new temporary home was in Keene Hall with my office and classroom on the first floor of the Stratton Building.

I have the best memories because of all of those folks that worked at the BOT that made this new guy feel so very welcome.

Enter my first conversation with Chuck Sayre. I don't know why but he took a liking to me right away and the feeling was mutual. We busted each other chops every day. We loved aggravating each other. Chuck was a very fun person to be around. I truly enjoyed every conversation that we ever had.

Besides his humorous side, I quickly noticed his sincere dedication to the BOT training mission.

What a professional!

I learned of his passing from a KACP posting. When I saw the location of his passing - Englewood, FL it hit me. I just visited that part of FL for the first time in my life in early December 2020. It was one of those moments that just hits you because you were so close to him just 6-months ago.

Anyway, although I have not seen Chuck in years, I have never wavered in my true respect for him and never will.

Chuck, you have been thought of more than you ever knew! 

To his family, I can only say that may your memories be filled with Chuck until you are reunited down the road. May God bless all of you!

Major Tony Cobaugh
St. Matthews (KY) PD


I went to school with Charles (Chuck) Sayre at Lafayette High School, Lexington, KY and we graduated together.  He was a great guy and he and I were the best of friends.  My condolences to his wife, children and extended family.  I currently live in Albany, GA (43 years) and going to Kentucky on a Vacation to Lexington on 11 May and will return back to Albany, GA on 27 May.  My prayers for all of you.  God is good all the time.  Joanne Jasper.  He and I were the same age except he was from February to September older than me.  

Bill and I have been privileged to know Chuck for about 24 years.  Our friendship was changed at times, but always there.  He was Bill's best friend and Wanda was mine and the loss is a heartbreak.  It will never be the same, but Wanda, we are there for you.  We have great memories and so saddened for his passing.  God bless you and give you comfort.  Bill and Shirley Clark

Back in the 70s, when Paul Cleveland (my late husband) was still alive, Chuck and Wanda graciously invited us into their home for a picnic. After Paul died, Chuck was so helpful in tieing up loose ends.
Chuck and I emailed each other every few days, sharing stories and jokes.  I will remember him with such fondness for the kind and humorous person that he was.

I worked with Chuck when Commissioner Stone and all of us began the work here at DOCJT years ago when we were in the football stadium.  He was so funny.  There were only about 8 of us working back then!  He helped develop this agency into what it is today.  May God bless you and your family with wonderful peace and precious memories of the time you all shared together.  Believe it or not I'm back working here again.


Mrs. Sayre & family so sorry for you loss!! I thought the world of Chuck! The stories he used to tell about me when dad was on Lexington City Police, K.S.P. & DOJTC were awesome! Great man, I’m so sorry we lost touch after dad passed away! I wanted to visit several times at Punta Gorde but things didn’t work out!!  Tell Mickey I said hey haven’t seen him in years!!!

I went to high school with Chuck's brother Vince and remember how proud Vince was of him.  Several years later I had the honor and privilege of working w/ Chuck before I retired from Lexington Metro Police.  RIP my friend.  You where truly one of my heros!  Prayers for the family...Jack White, Nashville, Tn.

Condolences to the Sayre family. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
I invited Chuck to our Fayette County Police Reunions every year that we had one, since 2004. We really enjoyed his presence, and all the funny stories that he entertained us with. He attended several over the years, even after he moved to Florida. I have been email buddies since 2004 with him. We pretty much sent each other emails every day.
He will be sorely missed.

"RIP CHUCK"

Herman Wayne Kidwell (Retired LPD Officer Lexington, KY.)

Condolences to the Sayre family. 
Thoughts and prayers are with you.
John W. Bizzack, Lexington, KY

Wanda, I am so sorry for your loss. You and Chuck were a huge part of our lives. He loved you so very much. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. 

Wanda, 
       We are so sad.  Chuck was such a fun man; caring and compassionate.  And, oh, how he loved Wanda!
        We shall miss his nearly daily emails!  Hopefully, in time, you can find comfort in the happy times you shared.  Our thoughts and prayers.

OBITUARIO

Charles R. Sayre

18 febrero, 1938 – 19 marzo, 2021

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