Sandra Hackbirth

Sandee Hackbirth, age 71, of Lampasas, Tx, danced her way into the celestial realm on November 9, 2023. She kicked off her journey on January 1, 1952, in Gloversville, NY, with her unforgettable parents, the late Herbert Gay and Norma J Raymond Gay.
Sandee, the sassy queen of entrepreneurship, could whip up a storm in the kitchen or behind the wheel of her own trucking company. In her early years, she waltzed her way into teaching dance moves that could make anyone's heart skip a beat. But don't be fooled, this lovely lady had the spirit of a true daredevil!
Mobilizing troops, Sandee proudly served her country in the Army from 1984 to 1996. She had the military lingo down to a T, and her dedication was unmatched.
When she wasn't conquering the world, Sandee found solace in her creative pursuits. With a pen in hand and a knack for rhyming, she could spin whimsical poems that would make your heart sing. Pencil in hand, she'd sketch her dreams onto paper, creating art that embodied her vibrant soul. And let's not forget her love for toe-tapping Golden Oldies music and her undying devotion to food shows like Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. When it came to watching Andy Griffith and Gunsmoke, she was always locked and loaded.
Sandee's legacy lives on through her beloved children, Michelle Roemer (Kris Roemer), Danny Jay Smith Jr (Deborah Smith), and Aaron Devin Smith (Sara Smith). Step children James Nabinger Jr and Tammy Nabinger (Vogel). Her infectious energy also blessed the lives of her granddaughters, Brandi Lamb, Deborah Hallett, Isabella Roemer, Gwendolyn Smith, Taylyn Smith, Samantha Hoff, and grandsons Jesse James Thompson and Kyler Smith and Damien Roemer. Oh, and let's not forget the great-granddaughter Aeris Hallett-Shotwell and great-grandson Zachary Hoff-Jackson. What a joyful family she leaves behind!
Predeceased by her father Herbert Gay, Mother Norma J Raymond Gay Jones, stepfather Chester Jones. Brother Michael Gay. Children Jesse James Nabinger and Melissa Lynne Thompson.
Surrounded by laughter and love, Sandee carries everlasting memories with her loving sister Merry L Gay Moyer. Brothers Lawrence B Gay and Thomas H Gay stepbrothers James L Jones and John C Jones, stepsisters Joan V Jones Delehanty and Jean I Jones Allen
Join us in paying tribute to Sandee's larger-than-life spirit at Heritage Funeral Home located at 401 N Key Ave, Lampasas, Tx 76550. Want to carry on Sandee's passion for giving back? Contributions in her memory can be made to the Lampasas Mission Food Pantry or The American Cancer Society.
Now, as Sandee moves on to her next great adventure, we bid adieu with a smile on our faces, knowing she'll be dancing among the stars, forever captivating us with her Sandee charm. Keep shining, Sandee!