Sandra Sexton Obituary
Sandra was born November 8, 1956, to J.C. and Audrey Capps of New Boston, Texas. She lost her battle with ALS on November 26, 2011, at her home. She was a devoted wife, loving mother and cherished Nana. She was employed by Steel Country Threaders for 30 years. Sandra loved gardening, watching her boys play Friday night football, spending time with her husband and family and loving on her grandbabies. She had the honor of spending 27 years with the love of her life
Sandra was preceded in death by her father, J.C. Capps; and one brother, James Capps.
She is survived by her husband, Lamont Sexton of Diana, Texas; three daughters, Hether Robertson of Diana, Tammy Burns of Brownsboro, Texas and Cassie Dailey of Pittsburg, Texas; one son, Jeromy Westphalen of Pittsburg, Texas; her mother, Audrey Capps of New Boston, Texas; three brothers, Terry Capps, Rex Capps and Jason Capps; one sister, Mechelle Huggins; and 11 grandchildren, Chris, Kagen, Reilly, McKenzie, Kody, Taylor, Jaycee, Grace, Olivia, Kyndal and Lainey.
Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, November 30, 2011, at Grubbs-Loyd Funeral Home in Diana
The family asks in lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Hospice of East Texas, 411 University Blvd., Tyler, TX 75701.
Please leave online condolences at www.grubbsloydfh.com
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December 26, 2011
All we have are each other.
Lamont
Tammy Burns
December 3, 2011
Sorry mommy
Jerri Lynn Flournoy-Adair
December 1, 2011
I am so sorry for the loss of Sandra, a wounderful girl from my schoolhood days. She always had a smile for everyone, and trully care for each and everyone of us. We had keep in touch till about 4 years ago, and I want you all to know that I always loved her and will miss her greatly. But rest assured that She now rest in "God's loving arms, with no more pain. And waiting to reunite with all that believe in Him."
Love to you all,
Jerri
Ann Barker
November 30, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss, I am praying for God to give all of ya'll the strength and peace through this very difficult time. I went to school with Sandra, Her and Jane Ann Grider were my real good friends, we rode the school bus together.
may God Bless you all.
Ann Fowler Barker
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Sheila O'Mary
November 29, 2011
Heather, Cassie, Tammy & Jeremy. I am so sorry to hear about your MOM, I am so Glad Adam has been there for ya'll and will be there for ya'll Thursday.
Your Mom has left a Great legacy and it's you guys !! Love Ya'll
Sheila O'Mary
Jim & Debby Westphalen
November 29, 2011
Heather, Tammy, Cassie and Jeromy, we all here were very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She taught you all much to pass on to her grand children. Remembering you and your families this holiday season.
Adam O'Mary
November 29, 2011
So SORRY for your loss.
Your Mother was a wonderful person and has passed on great values to all of you and Motherhood to you girls. You have a great Legacy to continue.
Marie Smith
November 29, 2011
Hether, Tammy, Cassie, and Jeromy, I was so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was a good woman.
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