Sandra Hess

Sandra Hess obituary, Oakland City, IN

Sandra Hess

Sandra Hess Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lamb-Basham Memorial Chapel Inc on Dec. 29, 2025.
Sandra B. Hess, of Oakland City, Indiana, passed away peacefully at Deaconess Gateway Hospital on December 24, 2025, with her loving family by her side. Sandra was born on February 7, 1941, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Edgar and Bernice Schofield.
Sandra was a bright, outgoing, loving, and compassionate individual who will be truly missed by her many friends and family. Sandra worked for many years at Good Samaritan Home and Rehabilitative Center in Oakland City.
She is survived by her son Jeff Robbins; several grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; and many other extended family members.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her sons, Steve Hess and James Cricket Robbins Jr.; and her husband, Vernon Long.
A visitation will be held on December 31, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the service will begin at 2:00 PM, with Pastor Gene Burkhart officiating. Burial to follow the service at Blackfoot Cemetery in Coe, Indiana.
Lamb Basham Memorial Chapel is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements and care of the family.
Family and friends may send messages of comfort to www.lambbasham.com.
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