Sally Pierce

Sally Pierce, 75, of Jackson passed away Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at her home.

She was born Feb. 1, 1943, the daughter of Joe and Helen Squibb Galbraith. She and Walter M. "Walt" Pierce were married June 7, 1974. He preceded her in death Jan. 21, 2015.

Sally was a member of New McKendree United Methodist Church in Jackson, where she sang in the Chancel Choir. She was a charter member of the Jackson Noon Optimist Club. She had worked many years as the librarian for the Jackson City Library, retiring in February 2013. Sally enjoyed her horses and spending time with her grandchildren.

Loving survivors include two children, Teresa Mayberry and Randy Pierce of Jackson; four grandchildren, Taylor (Chelsey) Pierce, Kay-Tee Pierce, BilLeigh Burke and Gavin Pierce; and 11 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and a great-grandson, Christian Pierce.

Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at McCombs Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Jackson and from 10 a.m. until service time Wednesday at New McKendree United Methodist Church in Jackson.

Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with the Rev. Jimmie Corbin officiating. Burial will be at a later date in Evergreen Cemetery in Republic, Missouri.

Memorials may take the form of contributions to the Jackson Noon Optimist or to New McKendree United Methodist Church.

Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mccombsfuneralhome.com.