Sandra Shook Haney Sperry's Obituary
Sandra Shook Haney Sperry Heaven welcomed a very special lady on January 15, 2019 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Sandra was born on July 6, 1939. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 17 at Memorial Park Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 18 at Memorial Park Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Sandra graduated from East High School and the University of Mississippi where she was an education major and a member of Kappa Delta Sorority. After graduation she taught school and soon married her first husband, Robert “Bob” Haney. Sandra is survived by her three loving children, Rip Haney (Nicki), Pat Haney (Stacey) and Betsy Haney Heros. Also, three step-daughters: Allison Cox (Barry), Ginger Booker (Ben), and Lindy Kent (Mike). She also leaves 14 wonderful grandchildren. She pursued successful careers as a teacher, a Realtor, and co-founder of Garbo’s Vintage Clothing Store. Sandra never met a four legged furry animal she didn’t like and many stray dogs on the expressway declared permanent residency in her home. She was president of the Memphis Humane Society and founded and implemented their rescue and adoption division. After 30 years of marriage to Bob, Sandra faced life as a widow when Bob passed away. Sandra’s parents, Raymond and Elizabeth Shook instilled in her an envied work ethic, an entrepreneurial spirit and, most of all, integrity which enabled her to succeed in the face of adversity. One evening she received a call from a life-long friend of Bob and Sandra, Richard Sperry, who had also lost his wife. It was a perfect match and they enjoyed over 20 loving years in marriage. The union also resulted in the addition of 16 wonderful members on Richard’s side of the family. The Sperry’s were often seen holding hands to express their love for each other. Sandra and Richard were devoted members, ushers and supporters of Hope Church and they had a wide circle of fun loving friends to pursue their zest for life. Sandra had a keen sense of fashion and helped others with her skill as an interior designer. Her service as a board member of Wings Cancer Foundation was highly valued and many cancer patients benefited from her service. Sandra Shook Haney Sperry was on a mission to make a difference in this world. She will be remembered for her many acts of kindness, compassion, and sacrifice which enriched, empowered, and encouraged others. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hope Church or a charity of the donor’s choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 767-8930. “Celebrating Life… Behind the Stone Wall”.
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