Sandra Alston Obituary
Sandra was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne "Buttabean" Alston; her parents, Johnnie Hill and Dora Nettles-Hill; her brothers, Johnnie Hill, Jasper Hill, and Joe Hill; and her sisters, Gertha Chapman, Berneatha Green, and Lela Mae Thompson
She leaves behind her three children: Tisha Hill, RaShaunda Alston-Hill, and DeMount Alston.
She was a proud grandmother to Ariqa Everett, Isabella Choice, Mateus Peters, Noelle Olayemi, and RaShad Alston.
Sandra is also survived by her brothers, Ronald Hill and Carl Hill; and her sisters, Ernestine Banks, Thelma Hill, Mary Brown, and Everline Sykes. Her "Sister-N-Love" Verna Gore and "Sister-N-Christ" Sonya Everett-Lee held special places in her heart.
Sandra took comfort in her favorite song, "I Don't Mind Waiting" by Juanita Bynum, and she will be remembered in the hearts of her many sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews, extended family, and countless friends that were touched by her joyful spirit
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Cynthia FordRobinson
July 12, 2025
Heartfelt sympathy to the family. Rest in Peace in Heaven with the Angels.
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Diane Choice
July 7, 2025
Sandra was a loving person, we shared a granddaughter Isabella Yvonne Choice. Sandra we love and will miss her. we know that you're resting in the arms of Jesus because of the love you had for everyone.
Sonya Everett-Lee
July 7, 2025
God brought us together to share our families and our love. Thank you for being that strong tower and never ending guiding light. You taught me so much about beating the odds and perseverance. We will sing together over there, and
"I DONT MIND WAITING"
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