Sally Naomi Saunders was born on May 14, 1903, in Green Turtle Cay, Abaco to Robert Oliver Saunders (1874-1970) and Maud Louise Roberts (1883-1963).
Her siblings included…
- Eva
- Jerlene Emily (1901)
- Lauretta (1905)
- Leonara (1907)
- Merill Willard (1915)
In June 1921, Sally married Osgood Joseph Lowe son of John Aquilla Lowe (1858-1925) and Minnie Curry (1866-1903).
Their children included…
- Chester Reginald (1922)
- Pearl Leanora (1932)
Affectionately known as Mother Lowe to all. Sally was a devoted member of the Miracle Church of God and served as church clerk, Sunday School Teacher and Prayer Band leader. She was also teacher for a period of time at the Green Turtle Cay All Age School.
Sally Naomi Lowe née Saunders passed away on November 10, 2002 (age 99) in Green Turtle Cay, Abaco.
Photo courtesy of Mitzi Lowe Pearce
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