Sandra "Sandi" Louise Peters' Obituary
Decatur – Sandra L. “Sandi” Peters, 80, of Decatur, passed away peacefully at 1:49 PM Tuesday March 3, 2020 while shopping in St. Louis with family by her side.
The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM on Sunday March 8, 2020 at Holy Family Church.
Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate Sandi’s life will be held at 11:00 AM Monday March 9, 2020 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Decatur, IL, Very Reverend Joseph M. Molly, V.F. officiant. Burial will follow at Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Cancer Society or United Ostomy Association of America.
Sandi was born in Decatur, IL on August 25, 1939, the daughter of Ralph and Elvira (Lees) Merriman. She married Tim Peters on August 29, 1958, and he preceded her in death on February 29, 2008. She was also was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Shirley.
She is survived by her four sons; Brett (Debbie), Scott (Angie), Steve (Tammy) and Todd (Larry), and eight grandchildren: Ryne, Brooke, Samuel, Hannah, Jordan, Austin, Jessica, Hailey; and two great-grandchildren: Collin and Emilie; and a brother, Corwin Merriman of Florida.
She also leaves behind many friends who loved her dearly. Sandi was known as “The life of the party”. She was also known for her fashion sense and jewelry. Sandi was an outgoing, loving, generous person and a lifelong resident of Decatur. She will be sadly missed by all.
Arrangements by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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