Sally Ann Morris Byer, 68, passed away Thursday evening, May 30th, following a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. She was born in Indianapolis on October 2, 1950 to parents George William and Barbara Lee (Smith) Morris.
She leaves behind her grieving family: Roy William Byer, her loving husband of 36 years, and her adored son John William. She is also survived by her mother, Barbara Morris and her sister, Patricia (Mark) Eble as well as nephew and niece Scott and Elizabeth Evard.
A lifelong resident of Indiana, Sally graduated from IPS #59 and Broad Ripple High School. She attended Hanover College and graduated from Purdue University. She received her master’s degree from Butler University and taught Special Education for over 20 years in many different school systems throughout central Indiana.
Sally was an avid Boy Scout volunteer for 44 years and received many accolades including the Silver Beaver, Bronze Bighorn, District Award of Merit, Firecrafter Minisino, James E. West Award and Wood Badge. She greatly enjoyed numerous summers spent at Camp Ransburg and Camp Kikthewenund as the Camp Commissioner and served in various scouting capacities on the troop, district and council levels.
Per her request, Sally’s body will be cremated. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are being handled by Indiana Funeral Care; online condolences and information about memorial contributions are available at www.indianafuneralcare.com.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her honor to benefit disabled Boy Scout youth in Central Indiana. Donations may be sent to Crossroads of America Council BSA, 7125 Fall Creek Rd N, Indianapolis, IN 46256, checks payable to “CAC, BSA” and “Sally Byer Memorial Fund” noted in the memo field.
Tena McClanahan says
I am so sorry to hear of her passing. She was a courageous lady whom I greatly respected. I will miss seeing her smiling face and chatting with her at Taylor Family Dentistry. It was always evident in her stories how much she adored her son and husband. Praying for comfort for all the family.
Bob Latini says
With her endless enthusiasm and dedication, Sally was an inspiration to the youth and adults of Scouting.
Sally will be missed.
Mary Lou & Dick Borst says
We were so sorry to hear of Sally’s passing. Its been a long time since We saw Her but will never forget all the time We spent starting New Hope Church.
Dennis Buckalew and Family says
Surprised and saddened to read about the passing of Sally at such an early stage of our life’s journey. Her family and the world will sorely miss the eager smile, impish grin and quick wit she brought to myself and those around her. Although many years have passed since our college years friendship, my observation of Sally’s and the Morris family lifestyle and values have served as a treasured standard for me in my own family’s development. I hope “Sam” can hear me from above: thank you. My most sincere and heartfelt sympathy to Barbara and Patty in your hour of grief. The Lord will guide you through.