She married Ralph Ellis Dyer on February 4, 1947, in Birmingham, Alabama. She married Fred Ferguson on August 21, 1999, in Raymond, Mississippi.
She graduated from Phillips High School in 1945. Following her graduation from high school, she continued her education by entering Dental Hygienist School, subsequently becoming a dental hygienist and working for Dr. C.M. Burrham and the VA Hospital. She received several awards for excellence during her service for the VA hospital. Sara had a passion for helping and caring for others, which included her teaching dental hygienist students, volunteering at Hinds General Hospital, and supporting multiple generations of her family. She was a faithful servant of the Lord and an avid church member and supporter.
As the caring matriarch of her family, Sara was driven to love, provide, and always be present for her family, friends, and animals over the years. She enjoyed and took pride in making clothing, quilts, and accessories for her loved ones to use.
