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There will be no ceremony or visitation.
Sandra K. Blackwell, age 71, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Saturday, March 11, 2017, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon.
Sandy was born June 20, 1945, in DeKalb, the daughter of Gerald “Jerry” B. and Ethel M. “Granny” (Sisson) Griffith. She was united in marriage to Don E. Blackwell in 1964.
Sandy’s surviving family includes her husband: Don Blackwell, of Flora; a son: Don (wife Donna) Blackwell Jr. of Jackson, Tennessee; a daughter: Traci (husband Jim) Stanley of Flora; a stepdaughter: Candi (husband Gene) McVay of North Carolina; 4 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; siblings: Edna (husband Dennis) White of Decatur, Sharon Davis of Flora, Gerald (wife Penny) Griffith of Greenfield, Indiana; and Terry (husband Gary) Lane of Flora; and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister: Phyllis (husband Jack) Pickel; and a brother-in-law: Richard Davis.
In honoring Sandy’s wishes, there will be no ceremony or visitation. Arrangements are in the care of Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. To share a condolence or memory with the family, visit www.frankandbright.com.
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Terry, I'm sorry for your loss! May God give you & your family peace.
Sorry for your loss
So sorry ...she was a sweet heart and a blast to be around...keeping you all in our thoughts...hugs
Terry, my condolences to you and your family at the passing of your sister. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for your loss. I'll never forget working with Sandy. She was so much fun to work with. Always making us laugh.
So very sorry, she will be missed by so many. Loved by all who knew her.
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for strength and comfort to all.
So sorry to hear about Sandy.
Our heartfelt sympathies to Sandy's family and friends.
Thoughts and prayers for you all.
So sorry for your loss. Our family had so many great times with Sandy.
Great memories. May God Comfort Don and all the family.In our prayers.
I came to know Sandy and sister Sharon at coffee years at Granny Griffiths. So many great memories and laughs. Sandy was such a great and funny lady. She will be missed be everyone who had the privilege of meeting her. Praying for the family.
Terry, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending up prayers for your family.
Gerald, Terry and Family: We are so sorry for your loss. You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers
Terry, your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
I have so many good memories of Sandy to many to single one out. But never did I see her that she didn't have a Smile and a Big Hello from her. Will miss her dearly. So sorry for the Loss the Family has to go through. You are all in my Thoughts and Prayers.
So sorry for your loss. Remember all your special times. God Bless you all
I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort and bless you all.
Sammy you are one of the greatest women that ever walked the face of this earth you made people smile and being around you was an awesome experience you will be sadly missed you are number one in my book made life worth living being around you love you with all my heart god bless you for being you there was nothing fake about you well maybe except for those water balloon boobs you had on my forty year birthday party when you danced for me love you so much till we meet again love you
We are soo sorry for your loss she was such a good person my heart aches for you all. Prayers and Hugs to all the family she will definitely be missed.
We're so very sorry for your loss. She will be missed greatly by all her family and friends. Hugs and prayers sent to you.
So sorry for your loss my GOD be with you
My sympathies for your loss. Praying for comfort for the family.
So sorry for your loss....and it will definately be a loss to anyone who knew her...i have been thinking of the special lady she was and all the fun we had over the years. No one, and I mean no one can fill her furry boots....sending hugs and prayers for u all.
Sandy was a special friend and cousin. She will be missed. RIP Sandy
My sympathy to the family. May you find peace and comfort in the many great memories of your loved one. Prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Sandy many years and she was truly a wonderful lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
This lady was one of a kind! We loved her very much and she will be missed. Our hearts go out to Don and family.
So sorry for your loss. She was one of a kind that everyone loved. I visited with her and Don at Dan and Kits in November. Prayers for the family. Sandy was a dear friend of mine and will be missed. Sending love to the family.
Sorry for your loss, Don, thinking of you and your family..
Don, very sorry to hear about the loss of Sandy. She was way too young to go. Terri, condolences to you too. Thoughts and prayers with all of you.
I will miss her very much love her
So sorry for your loss. Hugs & prayers for all of you!
Sandy you will be missed and never forgot,but I cant imagine the look on the man upstairs when you come walking though those pearly gates wearing one of them crazy hats of yours haha! herbie you said it never a dull moment when sandy was around
God bless and so very sorry for your loss.. Sandy will always be remembered
My heart is heavy for your family. I got the pleasure of meeting her a few times and she was always welcoming and nice to me and my daughter Skylee. Sending my deepest sympathy
Sydney....so sorry for yours and your family's loss. Prayers for all. Love you Sydie!
I am so saddened to hear of Sandy"s passing. She was such a great person. So funny and she let you know ow what she thought. Love you all and prayers with you all.
Sandi was a great person, full of live, and fun to be around. I worked with Sandi at Be-Tronics for several years. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family, she will be missed by all who knew her.
Sorry for your loss hugs Charlie and Tracy.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers!!
I've known sandy for a long time she will be missed to all the family so sorry for your loss god be with you
I worked with Sandy for many years at Hella. She always amazed me with her humor and laughter. She always had a smile and told it like it was, never held back, even facing tough problems with life & work. Don, she will always be a part of us, for those at Hella who will remember her and those who new her personally. God bless your family, and Sandy, may you look down on us and laugh sometimes!
Sandy, you will be so missed. Trego will NEVER be the same without you. I will wear something really fun on Beach Day in your honor. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry Don and family Sandy was a fun and loving woman,will be missed by all that knew her. God bless you all in this very difficult time. Love you all.Larry and Donna.
So sad to hear of the passing of sandy. She was so bubbly when around. May god bless the family.
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one.
Don, sorry for your loss, may God comfort you'
So sorry for your loss
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