Claudia Elizabeth Sawyer

Claudia was a women who loved her family deeply. Her greatest joy came from the people she loved, and she treasured the time spent surrounded by family. She will be remembered for the love she gave so freely, the relationships she cherished, and the countless memories she created with those closest to her.

To her great-nieces and great-nephews, Claudia held an especially cherished place in the family. Over the years, she was affectionately known by many names, including "Caw Caw" and 'Chalk.' No matter what name they called her, each represented a special relationship and the love they shared with her.

Claudia leaves behind her sisters, Mary Johnson (Ricky Johnson) and Susan Duke (Johnny Duke), and her brothers Dan Sawyer (Mary Jo Sawyer) and Earl Sawyer (Dalene Sawyer.)

She is also survived by her nieces and nephews, Barry Duke (Susie Duke), David Duke (Lois Duke), Kimberly Dassell (Kevin Dassell), Wendy Lee (Brian Lee), Lori Laning (Bryan Laning), Matthew Johnson (Courtney Johnson), and Christopher Johnson (Jacy Johnson.)

Claudia was blessed with many great-nieces and great-nephews who brought tremendous happiness to her life, including Sara, Kit, Peyton, Eyn, Chase, Olivia, Max Gracie, Wren, Uli, Nora, Ellie, Cohen, and Effie. She was preceded in death by her beloved great-niece, Jordyn.

Above all else, Claudia will be remembered for how deeply she loved her family. She took great pride in those she loved and treasured the simple gift of being together. Whether she was known as Claudia, Caw Caw, or Chalk, she held a special place in the hearts of those fortunate enough to know and love her.

Her presence will be deeply missed, but the love she gave, the stories she shared, and the memories she made will continue to live on through her family for generations to come.

A funeral service will be held on September 19, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., at Blackwater Baptist Church, 6000 Blackwater Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23457. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly ask that a donation be made in Claudia's memory to the Jordyn Lee Scholarship Fund, honoring a cause that holds a special place in the hearts of Claudia and her family.