Obituary of Sally Elaine Meyers
Sally Elaine Meyers, 80, born December 22, 1937, left to be with our Lord and her true love, Max “Smokey,” on July 22. She is survived by her children (and spouses): Linda (Noe), Julie (Al), Carol (Danny), Deb (Larry), JJ (Kacey) and her sister Lindy. She was blessed with 12 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Sally is preceded in death by her husband “Smokey”, parents, two sisters Judy and Carol “Ding Dong,” grandson Larry, and great-grandson Madix.
Born to Sam and Lindy Chiaramonte in Gallup, NM, she was the oldest of four girls. The family relocated with the railroad to Winslow, AZ. in the 40’s where Sam and Lindy raised their daughters. Sally was involved in the Catholic Church and enjoyed many activities, she even found a desire to cook at a young age.
After graduating high school, she attended Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, AZ for her business degree. Shortly after, she had four children and incited the love of God in all their hearts.
She met the love of her life, Smokey Meyers, and married him in 1976. They resided in Lancaster, CA where they both worked for Northrop Grumman Corporation at Edward’s Airforce Base. Sally worked as the Director of Human Resources for 20 years. As a couple, they enjoyed traveling the world, golfing and dancing.
After retirement, Smokey and Sally moved to Lake Havasu City. Through their variety of activities, they bonded with their neighbors who became lifelong friends. She invested her time and involvement in the local Catholic Church, Our Lady of the Lake. She served as a bookkeeper and valued the importance of educating the children of the Church. Sally valued her faith and encouraged her family to show and share the love of God.
Services are August 4 in Lake Havasu City, AZ at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 1975 Daytona Ave. The rosary is at 10:30 A.M., the service is at 11 A.M., and a reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Lake Havasu City’s Beacon of Hope Hospice.
Services were entrusted to the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home. Thoughts and condolences can be made to the family at www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.com. To send the family a free card, go to www.sendoutcards/lietzfraze