Randall "Randy" Lee Sayre

Randall Lee “Randy” Sayre, 76, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 7, 2026.

Born in Harrisonburg, Virginia, on December 2, 1949, Randy was the son of the late Ward McCowan Sayre and Frances Leonard Sayre. He attended E.C. Glass High School in Lynchburg, Virginia where he graduated in the class of 1968. He continued his education at the College of William & Mary where he received a degree in Mathematics in 1972. It was during his college years that he met the love of his life, Cheryl Cress Sayre, with whom he would build a life and raise four children.

Following college, he started his career at United Virginia Bank and then Crestar before transitioning over to Carter Bank & Trust where he would retire after spending nearly thirty years. Early in his banking career, Randy obtained a certificate from the Louisiana State University School of Banking. Randy enjoyed banking and worked tirelessly, but his priority was always the people; he cared deeply about each customer and colleague.

Faith was an important part of Randy’s life. He was a member of Quaker Memorial Presbyterian Church for more than thirty-five years, forming lasting friendships and a deep connection to his church community.

Throughout his life, Randy enjoyed sports and could often be found rooting for his favorite teams including the Yankees, the Wahoos, and even the Hokies. In his later years, his greatest joy came from time spent with his children and grandchildren. He took tremendous pride in his family and especially loved doting on his grandchildren, who brought him immeasurable happiness.

Randy was an avid writer and an enthusiastic supporter of the U.S. Postal Service. In a world increasingly dominated by emails and text messages, Randy believed there was still something special about receiving a physical card in the mail. Family, friends, and church members regularly received letters, handwritten notes, cards, and carefully selected newspaper clippings from Randy in their mailboxes. It was one of the many intentional and thoughtful ways he stayed connected to the people he loved.

Above all, Randy will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and selflessness. He cared deeply for others and routinely went out of his way to help someone, check in on a friend, or simply let people know that he was thinking of them. He had a genuine way of making others feel valued, and his thoughtfulness made an impact far beyond what he may have realized.

Randy is survived by his sisters, Brenda Fay Sayre and Linda Sue Sayre, both of Lynchburg; his four children, Matthew Christopher Sayre and his wife, Phi, and their daughter, Beatrix Cheryl, of Seattle, Washington; Jason Andrew Sayre of Denver, Colorado; Adam Michael Sayre and his wife, Susan, and their sons, Lane Lee and Baker Ellis, of Syracuse, New York; and Melanie Caryn Sayre of Richmond, Virginia.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Cheryl, as well as his parents.

The Sayre Family would like to express its sincere gratitude to the many friends, caregivers, neighbors, church members, and loved ones who visited Randy, shared stories and laughter with him, and enriched his life over the years. Your friendship and companionship meant more to him than you may have known.

A celebration of Randy’s life will be held on Friday, November 13, 2026 at 11 a.m. at Quaker Memorial Presbyterian Church.  All are invited to gather for a reception immediately following the service. A private burial will take place prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Quaker Memorial Presbyterian Church Endowment Fund.