Sandra Jean Papendick

Sandra Jean Papendick obituary, New Cambria, MO

Sandra Jean Papendick

Sandra Papendick Obituary

Published by Legacy on Oct. 1, 2025.
Sandra Jean Papendick (Née Hays) of Clayton Missouri, passed away peacefully on June 27th, 2025.
Born on July 21st, 1942, Sandra grew up in Ten Mile/Macon County Mo. and graduated from Northeast Missouri State Teachers College (now Truman State University). Sandra changed careers and became an Accomplished Interior Designer in the mid 70's. She enjoyed a long and successful career. She enjoyed years of bridge club and her book club. She loved spending time with her friends and family.
Sandra was preceded in death by her parents, Perry and Martha Hays; her husband Richard Papendick; her sister Sharon Hamlin, and her brother-in-law William Crandall. She is survived by her sons Paul and Christopher Ford of St. Louis, MO, her sister Annie Hays, her sister in law Carol Crandall, and Many nieces and nephews.
A graveside memorial service will be held 12:00 pm, Sunday, October 5, 2025, at the Mt. Tabor Cemetery, east of Atlanta, MO.
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