Rhonda Mae Sawyer

Rhonda Mae Sawyer went home to be with Jesus on February 7, 2025, at the age of 57.

She was born to Marion Gaden on August 11, 1967, in Cordele, Georgia.

Rhonda spent the majority of her younger years in Baldwin, Florida, before moving back in 2016 to make it her forever home. Rhonda was very involved at Baldwin Middle-Senior High School, where she was captain of the cheer team, ran track, and played softball and volleyball, member of Keywanettes, and homecoming court 2 years running. She varsity lettered in multiple sports and won most athletic her senior year.

Rhonda later went on to have four beautiful children, her most prized possessions: Lindsay, Katie, Brandee, and Gator. She took the utmost pride in her role as a stay-at-home mom, where she created a lasting legacy of true love, happiness, and faithfulness. Her efforts established a unique and unbreakable bond between her and her children.

She would describe herself as a Gator-lovin’, flip-flop-wearin’, sweet tea-drinkin’, “Hey Y’all,” livin’ my best life kind of girl.

Rhonda was an amazing daughter, sister, mother, and friend, but her favorite title of all was “Sassy.” She had 9 grandchildren whom she loved to the moon and back: Karson, Karter, Walker Mae, Sawyer, Hannah Ann, Elle, Kipton, Millie, and Raulerson.

Three years ago, Rhonda had a long hospital stay that resulted in her receiving a double lung transplant that saved her life. We thank God, Mayo Clinic of Florida, and her selfless donor for the opportunity to live three more years with that precious gift.

As her time came to an end, her mother, Marion, and her sister, Cindy Stolte, held her hand as she took her peaceful last breath. 

The family will receive friends from 6:00 - 8:00 PM on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home- Callahan Chapel 617365 Brandies Avenue, Callahan, FL 32011. A Celebration of Life will be held from 4:00 - 8:00 PM on Monday, February 24, 2025, at The Barn at Cottonwood Ranch 452039 Old Dixie Highway, Callahan, FL 32011.