Sandra Vineyard

Sandra K. Vineyard, born July 14, 1947, passed away peacefully at her home on March 11, 2026, at the age of 78.

She was the beloved daughter of the late Alex G. Sahadi and Julia Sahadi, Mother of the late Christy Vineyard and the cherished niece of the late Virginia Sahadi and Josephine "Bean" Ganem. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Sally Jo Kaminski, Nephews Daryl Kaminski, Brian Kaminski and best friend Mary Herrington.

Sandra devoted her life to her family, especially to raising her daughter, Christy, and later to the joy she found in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her grandchildren, Claire Erwin; Haley Williams (Justin Kennedy); and Katherine Karakulko (Maddy Gil), as well as her great-grandsons, Maddox Mckelvy and Hudson Kennedy.

Sandra is also survived by her brother, Dr. Jack Sahadi; her nephew, John (Penny) Kaminski; her nieces, Chemaine Koester (Court) and Amber Hargrove (William); and her nephews, Damon Sahadi and Reagan Sahadi (Dr. Mary Margaret Ara). She is further survived by her beloved great-nieces and great-nephews, including Matthew, Corie, and Nathan Kaminski, along with many extended family members and friends who will miss her dearly.

Sandra will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and great-aunt. She found comfort and companionship in her faithful dog, Duke, who remained by her side until the very end.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sandra's memory to Animal Medical in Corpus Christi.