On Friday, April 30, 2021, Sallie Forguson, loving mother, grandmother, and retired teacher passed away at age 81.
Sallie’s love of children was like no other. She was an elementary teacher for 41 years; her last 28 years she spent at Cypress Elementary School in New Port Richey.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Amy and Kevin Maguire, granddaughter Kenzi, and the many “Forguson’s Finest” students that she loved dearly.
MaryJack
May 9, 2021, 3:21 am
Ms Sallie was such a special lady to me. A second mom who was an Inspiration to me my whole life and loved me as if her own, ALWAYS. There are not many stories that I have in my life that don’t have her, not her family in it. God truly blessed so many of us for having her in our lives. God bless Amy and Kenzie.
Traci Armas
May 9, 2021, 2:37 pm
You certainly will be missed by many. I’m glad I got that big hug from you when you were volunteering, although I didn’t think it would be the last 💔. Your presence here on your earthly journey has impacted many lives in ways. I’m honored to have shared a path with you. Love you forever….”Traci Belle”…. your southern name you bestowed upon me! Love to you, Amy and family 💓
Carol Smith
May 9, 2021, 10:45 pm
Sallie… I think of you each time I pass your house. I miss the little chats we would have have when you invited me in for a visit! Your gardenia bush is loaded with flowers… I don’t remember ever seeing that many! I’ll always treasure our friendship! Rest In Peace my friend… you are missed!
Henry Wichmanowski
May 12, 2021, 12:32 pm
We loved Sallie and she meant so much to so many in our community! Prayers!!!
Mary Giella
May 15, 2021, 11:09 am
Sallie was a true, Southern lady. Her warm personality will be missed.
Alyssa Ruge
December 15, 2022, 9:37 pm
Mrs. Forguson was my 5th grade teacher at Cypress Elementary. She made our last year of elementary school the best and I sincerely hope I have lived up to being one of “Forguson’s Finest”. She was truly a classy lady and I learned so much from her. She valued education and was instrumental in making sure I was well prepared for middle and high school. I believe those in her class took their education seriously because she did. Her house, which I passed almost every day on my way to middle and high school at River Ridge, was a constant reminder to always be your best and do your best. She was an unforgettable lady that I will be forever grateful for having as a teacher. My condolences and kindest regards to her family, friends and students.