Born May 21, 1945 in Tilden, Nebraska
Departed March 26, 2022 in Melbourne Beach, Florida
Sally Mayer, 76, of Melbourne Beach passed at home on March 26, 2022. She was born in Tilden, Nebraska on May 21, 1945 to Chester and Margaret Real Baker.
She served honorably in the United States Navy and was stationed at Great Lakes Navy Base in Illinois where she met the love of her life, James. They were married at the base chapel. They had three sons whom she raised and participated in all of their activities.
Her family includes her husband of 57 years James Mayer; sons James (Dawn) Mayer and Christopher (Jill) Mayer; daughter-in-law Colleen; brother Keith Baker and grandchildren Max, Jenna, Jake, Tammy and Heather.
She was preceded in death by her son Scott Mayer; parents Chester and Margaret Real Baker; and her brothers Chester and Tom Baker.
Sally was a graduate of Central High School in Sioux City, Iowa and liked to golf and crochet.
Her service will be Friday, April 1, 2022 at 1 pm at Brownlie Maxwell Funeral Home, 1010 E. Palmetto Avenue, Melbourne, Florida. Please consider donations in her memory to the American Heart Association.
You were a true mother to me taking me under your wing at 18 until the day you passed. You were the kindest most genuine person I know. Your love and understanding got me through some of the hardest days of my life. I know you are embracing Scott now. Rest peacefully Mom.
Our heartfelt condolences on your loss. Sally was a wonderful sister-in-law and friend. We have so many happy memories of her. Sally will really be missed.
Our heartfelt condolences on your loss. Sally was a wonderful sister-in-law and friend, we have so many happy memories of her. Sally will really be missed by everyone.
Aunt Sally always went out of her way to make us feel like we were special. She was so loving and generous toward our family. She was so easy to talk to and every conversation ended with laughter and/or hugs. We still have the beautiful veil that she made for our wedding. Aunt Sally will never be forgotten and we will always love her!
Love, Peter, Cathy and the boys
My deepest condolences for your tremendous loss. Sally was a great woman and friend. I enjoyed seeing her on her annual visits to see Helen. Give Tom a big hug. Rest In Peace, my friend.
SALLY WILL BE MISSED AS A FRIEND AND A SISTER-IN-LAW. HAD MANY HAPPY OCCASIONS TOGETHER AND ENJOYED OUR DAYS AT MOMOUTH RACE TRACK WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS. WONDERFUL MEMORIES.
KATHLEEN STRANDES
Born May 21, 1945 in Tilden, Nebraska
