Sandra L. Smith, age 60 of Hastings, passed away January 1, 2016 at Spectrum Health Butterworth in Grand Rapids.
Sandi was born on January 11, 1955 in Hastings, Michigan, the daughter of Wanda Grace Jones and Theodore E. Smith. She attended and graduated from Lakewood High School in 1973. Over the years Sandi has worked in secretarial positions at EBI Breakthru, Barry County Dept. of Social Services, Barry County Clerk's Office, Barry-Eaton Health Department and the Community Action Agency.
Sandi was a care giver and mother figure to many and a licensed foster mother. She was a member of the Women of the Moose, and Girl's Athletic Association and enjoyed working with children. Sandi was an active bowler, she did a lot of charity work, she enjoyed babysitting and taking people under her wing. Sandi also enjoyed puzzle books.
Sandi was preceded in death by her parents, Wanda G. Jones and Ted E. Smith as well as grandparents, aunts and uncles.
She is survived by her sisters: Carolyn (Larry) Kidder, Marcia Kill, brothers: Loren (Pam) Smith, Robert (Pam) Smith, nieces: Carrie Kidder, Tonya Kill, Ashley Right, Jennifer Smith, nephews: Phillip Scherer, Chris Scherer, Steven Kill, Marty Kill, Loren Smith II, Joshua Armour, Robert Smith Jr., special great nieces and nephews, many aunts, uncles and special friends.
Respecting Sandi's wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life service will take place at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the family to help with final expenses.