Sandra Denise Pivonka was born on November 12, 1968 in Dallas, Texas to loving parents Patricia Yvonne Garris and Charles Wayne Speir. She died peacefully in her childhood home surrounded by loved ones on August 26th. Sandra was raised in Halesboro, Texas, and graduated from Prairiland High School in 1987. She then went on to Paris Junior College where she obtained her nursing license in 1989. After graduation, she tirelessly served the community as a Registered Nurse for thirty-one years. During her illustrious career she received countless awards, one being Bedside Nurse of the Year in 2017. When she wasn’t caring for her patients, she was a loving mother to her three sons; Casey, Todd, and Britt Fendley, whom she called her greatest accomplishments. Sandra was preceded in death by her mother, Patricia Speir; niece, Landry Evans, and husband Josef Pivonka.
Sandra is survived by her father, Charles Speir and his girlfriend Glenda Mitchell; sisters, Stacy Speir and Sheila Evans. Brother, Doug Speir. Sons; Casey, Todd, and Britt Fendley, and their spouses Ashley, Skylar, and Emily. Her grandchildren; Sailor, Tuff, Tripp, Eli, and Charli. Sandra’s favorite role was “Nana” to her grandchildren. She was often seen wearing her favorite sweater that read, “Nana Life.” Sandra’s smile served as a light to all that were blessed to meet her and her infectious laugh radiated through any room she occupied. Her warm presence and love will be forever missed. The family will receive guests on Saturday, August 27th, from 5:00-8:30 p.m. at American Legion Post, 124 Monroe St., Deport, Texas. Funeral services are Sunday, August 28th, from 2:00- 4:00 p.m. at Fry and Gibbs Funeral Home, 730 Clarksville St., Paris, Texas. There will not be a burial procession to follow to allow privacy for the family. In lieu of flowers family requests that donations be made to the GoFundMe to help with funeral expenses.
