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Sandra Pyles Obituary

Sandra Lee Pyles, age 87, of Council Bluffs, passed away April 10, 2022 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Sandra was born November 28, 1934 in Council Bluffs to the late Herman and Adeline (Bryson) Knott. She graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1952. Sandra married Robert S. "Bob" Pyles on April 18, 1964. Together they owned and operated Bob Pyles Photography Studio at Lake Manawa. Sandra was a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church and the Serra Club. In addition to her parents, Sandra was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Pyles in 1999; great-grandson, Sailor Lawrence; brothers, Charles and Bill Knott. Sandra is survived by her daughters, Sherry (Tom) Wegner; Sundee (Fred) Pyles-Murray all of Council Bluffs; 3 grandchildren, Cassy Lawrence, Addee and Sam Murray; 2 great-grandchildren, Wyatt and Maizy Lawrence. Visitation with the family, Wednesday, 5 to 7 p.m. at Cutler-O'Neill-Meyer-Woodring Bayliss Park Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial, Thursday, 10 a.m. at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 3304 4th Ave. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery with a lunch following at the Corpus Christi Social Hall. Memorials are suggested to Corpus Christi Catholic Church.

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Published by The Daily Nonpareil on Apr. 12, 2022.

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Keith Kuehl Family

April 6, 2025

Many years of The Kuehl Family now in Winona sharing special family timeswith the Pyles since the early 70's and still ongoing now. May God Bless us all, Amen.

Bonnie Gioiello

April 5, 2023

Wonderful memories of our dear Sandra will always be with me and her family.

Thomas J Ault

May 11, 2022

Sandy was a wonderful lady and a friend from my gradeschool days at Longfellow in Council Bluffs. She and Bob were special people and will be remembered by many.

Brenda Cole

April 21, 2022

Sherry: I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My mom knew your parents. Condolences from her, as well.

Bonnie Gioiello

April 15, 2022

Heaven has gained a very, very special lady. My first thought of Sandy is how sharing she always was to everyone. She will be missed by many, especially her daughters and grandchildren. May all the wonderful times be in your memories for ever. Love you family.

Kelly Keller

April 13, 2022

I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a beautiful person. Sending thoughts and prays to you and your family.

Dana Miller

April 12, 2022

Sherry I just learned of your mother passing. Know that I am thinking of you and family. My sincere condolences to you and family and friends.

Andrea Kunik-Braun

April 12, 2022

My family and I are so very sorry for your loss,I was a student at Tinley school in the 70"s,I"ll never forget Bob"s Mickey mouse tie.
May Sandra r.i.p
Thank you for doing my school pics, mannnyxxxxx and prayers
Andrea Jo Kunik-Braun and family

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Apr

13

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Cutler-O'Neill-Meyer-Woodring Funeral Home & Crematory

545 Willow Avenue, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

Corpus Christi-Queen of Apostles

3304 4th Avenue, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

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