Sandra Porter Obituary
Sandy was the daughter of the late Thomas Jefferson Cooksey and Viola Mae Blalock Cooksey. She grew up in Dallas and graduated from North Dallas High School in 1962. Afterward, she settled in Plano, Texas, where she spent the majority of her life. Sandy built a successful career with Geico Insurance, dedicating over 25 years to the company before retiring in 2018.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Dorothy "Dot" Mae Stanford, and her brother Tommy Gene Cooksey. Sandy is lovingly remembered by her two sons, Christopher Clark Porter and Brian Randolph Porter and his wife Tristian. She was a proud grandmother to five grandchildren: Carson Jesse Porter (24), Braden Clark Porter (20), Ava Marie Porter (19), Isabella Mae Porter (17), and Sutton Hope Porter (3).
Sandy found immense joy in her family and took great pride in their accomplishments. She especially loved attending her grandchildren's soccer games, softball tournaments, and drill team performances. Her unwavering support and love for her family will remain a cherished part of her legacy.
A memorial service to honor Sandy's life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Christ United Methodist Church, located at 3101 Coit Road, Plano, TX 75075.
Sandra "Sandy" Gayle Porter will be deeply missed by all who knew her. May her memory bring comfort and peace to those she leaves behind.
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Judi Gradt
January 24, 2025
Sandy and I have known each other for well over 40 years and have had so many happy memories. I will always remember her as one of my kindest friends.
Pat Rankin
January 22, 2025
Sandy always had a kind word and smile for me and others in our neighborhood. Stories of her fine family she told with love and pride warmed my heart. Knowing she was there was a comfort and a blessing. She is missed. We hold fast to the faith that assures us we shall meet again.
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Carol (Saller) Gazarek
January 13, 2025
Sandy has been an important part of my life since our sons were in middle school. We have been through the ups and downs of daily life together. I could not have asked for a better friend who was more loving, more generous and so loyal. You are missed every day Sandy. I love you.
Mardi Scarbrough
January 12, 2025
Sandy and I met when our sons were in Indian Guides and sports through YMCA in Kindergarten. We also share the same church family at CUMC. That friendship has continued some 40 years and included many baseball games, road trips, breakfasts after Sunday church, Christmas Eve services. Sandy always was there for me we talked daily till our health issues got in the way. She is missed. Rest in peace sweet friend till we meet again.
Phyllis Stoup
January 12, 2025
Sandy and I were back-door neighbors, and after meeting each other, we became friends. We raised our children near Jackson Elementary, and they have remained friends through the years as well. It was always comforting to have a such a nice person living so close for over 40 years! Phil and I will miss her.
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