Sarah D. Bragger 1949-2026

She was born Aug. 16, 1949, in Warren, a daughter of the late David Griffith and Inez Pearl Abrams Jones and was a lifetime area resident. She was a graduate of Lordstown High School. On April 8, 1972, she married the love of her life, James Bragger; together they shared 54 years of marriage.

She worked as a secretary for 20 years at the Ohio State Extension-Trumbull County. She was of the Presbyterian faith and a member of Champion Presbyterian Church. Sarah was a member of the Warren Women’s Club, was the treasurer of PERI Trumbull County and met monthly with her fellow Lordstown High School Class of 1967 graduates.

Sarah loved spending time with her family and friends. Anyone who knew her knew of her love of Cleveland baseball, scrapbooking, “Jersey Boys” the musical, civic music, overspending at the American Girl store, attending dance competitions as an official “Dance Mimi,” and showering her family with love. She enjoyed her annual girls’ trips and consistently spoiling her granddaughters.

She is survived by her husband, James; a daughter, Shannon (Dylan) Fujimura of Berea; a son, Jonathan (Natalie) Bragger of Warren; two grandchildren (Arden and Madeline); and one brother, Donald (Jan) Jones of Howland Township.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Nancy Johnson; and three brothers, William, David Jr. and Terry Jones.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that material contributions be made in Sarah’s memory to the Hope Center for Cancer Care, 700 Howland Wilson Road SE, Warren, OH 44484.

According to Sarah’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service will take place 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Champion Presbyterian Church, 4997 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren, OH 44483, with the Rev. Alice Phillips officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the memorial service.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the James Funeral Home, 8 E. Broad St., Newton Falls, OH 44444, 330-872-5440. Family and friends may view her obituary online or send condolences at www.jamesfuneralhomeinc.com.

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