The City of Upper Arlington is set to honor two of its most distinguished former residents, Dr. Martin Peter Sayers and Marjorie Garvin Sayers, with an induction into the 2025 Wall of Honor. The ceremony, which will take place at the Municipal Services Center at 3600 Tremont Road, is scheduled for 3 pm on Sunday, May 18, as announced in a recent statement by the City of Upper Arlington.
Esteemed as a pioneer in pediatric neurosurgery, Dr. Sayers, affectionately known as "Pete," was directly involved in groundbreaking medical advancements, including the surgical insertion of a shunt to assist patients with hydrocephalus. Dr. Sayers, born into a family foundational to the Upper Arlington locality, exhibited both academic and athletic prowess during his years at Upper Arlington High School. According to the City of Upper Arlington's announcement, after his expedited medical training during World War II at The Ohio State University (OSU), Sayers made significant strides in pediatric neurological surgery at his alma mater, the Columbus Children's Hospital, and held presidencies within several neurosurgeon societies. Pete's legacy is an intricate part of Upper Arlington's history, and his innovations continue to influence medical practices today.
Marjorie Sayers's contributions were profound in a different aspect of community life. A notable historian and creator of the Upper Arlington Historical Society, she was central to documenting the suburb's history through extensive literary work. Her artistic sensibility extended to painting and a deep appreciation for the arts, cultivating this love as a lifelong supporter of both the Columbus Museum of Art and the Columbus Symphony Orchestra. According to a release by the City of Upper Arlington, Marjorie was an academic influence and a cultural beacon within the community.
The Sayers' legacy is also marked by their combined 70 years of marriage during which they raised four children, and by their civic engagement, which included roles as Grand Marshals of the Upper Arlington July 4 Parade, and as founding members of Canterbury Village. Their commitment to the community was foundational to fostering an inclusive and forward-moving American suburb, a testament to their shared belief in service and enrichment of Upper Arlington's social fabric.
