Sandra W. Tasman

Sandra W. Tasman passed away on December 8, 2025. Known for her warmth, humor, generosity, and unmistakable spunk, she lived life with independence, resilience, and a full heart. She had a remarkable ability to make people feel seen, valued, and welcomed, and she carried that gift through every chapter of her life.

She was very proud of raising her four children as a single working mother, setting a strong example of determination and a tireless work ethic. Sandra graduated from Atherton High School in 1956 and took classes at the University of Illinois before returning to Kentucky, where she began a long and varied career. She worked in her family's business, Bennett's, during holidays and busy seasons, later holding roles in the Olin Powder Plant's secretarial pool and at High bough Mortgage and Wood Mortgage. She went on to become an accomplished mortgage underwriter and trainer for the Kentucky Housing Corporation, where her intelligence, precision, and professionalism were widely respected.

A lifelong learner, Sandra returned to school at age 65 to earn her pharmacy technician certification and worked for Wishes Pharmacies for the next 23 years. She took great pride in her work and loved helping people, forming lasting friendships with customers and coworkers who relied on her bright spirit and steady presence.

Adventurous and spirited, Sandra loved roller coasters and even rode one at age 80 to celebrate Karen's 60th birthday. She also traveled to Israel after turning 80 to visit the Holy Land, fulfilling a lifelong wish, and embracing new experiences with curiosity, joy, and gratitude.

Family was at the center of her world. She adored her great-grandson Bennett and proudly followed all of his athletic and academic achievements. She cherished her many first cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family, staying connected through frequent visits, celebrations, and phone calls. Some of her happiest memories were simple ones-Sunday drives with her parents and grandmother, or taking her children to see Christmas lights, sharing moments of wonder and togetherness.

Sandra enjoyed reading, online solitaire, celebrating holidays with thoughtful small gifts, and cheering for the University of Kentucky basketball team. She loved living in her condo community, where she had many close friends, served on social committees, and often cooked for others. She was shopping the day before she passed, preparing for Hanukkah-active, generous, and full of spirit to the very end. Her energy, kindness, and humor never faded.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Fanny Weitz, her sister-in-law Sarah Weitz, her niece Emily Weitz, and her brother-in-law Dr. Mark Sexter.

Sandra is survived by her children, Harriet Spivey (Larry), Darrell Tasman (Jackie Harrison), Gary Tasman (Karen), and Elayne Havens (Frank Chaknine); her grandchildren, Josh Havens (Vita) and Jake Havens; and her great-grandson, Bennett Havens, who brought her immense joy. She is also survived by her brother, Edwin Weitz; her sisters, Sharon Sexter (Howard Berman) and Lynne Weitz; and a large extended family she dearly loved.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 10, at Herman Meyer & Son, Inc., followed by burial in Adath Jeshurun Cemetery. Visitors may call from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service.

Memorial donations may be made to Congregation Adath Jeshurun or WHAS Crusade for Children.

Please call the funeral home at (502) 458-9569 on Tuesday afternoon for shiva information.