Sandra K. Brownlee's Obituary
Sandra K. Brownlee, 73, of Decatur, passed away Monday, April 1, 2019 at her residence.
Sandra was born June 1, 1945, the daughter of James “Jay” Speagle and Norma Morey-Crutcher
Surviving are her son, Rodney Brownlee of Decatur; two daughters, Diane Strode of Decatur and Laurie (Val) McKean of Decatur; a sister, Donna (Terry) Beasley of Macon; half-siblings, Jerry, Danny, Vicki, and Jay; grandchildren, Koren (Fred), Ashley (Devin), Skyler, Brandy, Drew, and Krissy; ten great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren; and a special nephew, Wade Beasley. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Karl “Bill” Brownlee; and a grandchild.
Sandra was a member of Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church in Decatur. Sandra worked as a waitress for many years. Later in life, she was an attendant on a school bus for handicap children. She loved to spend time with her grandchildren. She also loved setting up concession stands during holidays with her husband.
A graveside service will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 5, 2019 at Fairlawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church.
Funeral services will be provided by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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