Sandra Ann Ferri of Virgilina, VA passed away February 26, 2026 at the age of 64. She was born in Erie, PA on June 1, 1961 to the late Don and Irene Beardsley Ferri. She was married to Cecil Lester, Jr., who survives.
Sandra was an IT Tech with Southern Virginia Higher Education.
In addition to her husband she is survived by her daughter, Amanda Assunta Ferri of Graham, NC; her siblings, Gail Fox and Donnie Ferri both of Erie, PA.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
For memorials, please consider a charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com.
Arrangements entrusted to Powell Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592.
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