Sandra Mays Garber

Sandra "Sandy" Mays Garber died May 10, 2025, at her home in Tallahassee, FL. Sandy was born on May 26, 1948, in Covington, VA to Harry Mays Jr and Billie McCallister. Sandy lived in Virginia until her marriage to William Cole Garber Jr ("Bill") when they moved to Tallahassee. Bill & Sandy were married for 56 years prior to Bill's death in January 2024. Sandy worked in human resources for the State of Florida for 33 years in various Agencies before retiring. When not working, her greatest joy was watching her two sons play baseball. Through the years many vacations, birthdays and anniversaries were spent at the ballpark. After retirement Sandy enjoyed spending time with her grandkids. Her family meant the world to her. Sandy is survived by her son Bill Garber (Michele) and their children Sydney (23) and Cody (17); her son Brian Garber (Elizabeth) and their children Cole (17) and Bryce (12). Sandy was preceded in death by her parents Harry Mays (Barbara) and Billie McCallister (Jack); and her beloved husband Bill. Sandy was adamant about not having a funeral or celebration in her honor. Instead, she asks all her friends and family to "go out to eat on or as close to May 25th as possible" to remember and celebrate her. May 25th is her wedding anniversary. She will be greatly missed by her friends and family. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to our local animal shelter at www.animalshelterfoundation.org. Todd Wahlquist is assisting the family with their arrangements (850-385-2193, www.bevisfh.com).