Sandra Kay Jones

Sandra Kay Jones, daughter of the late Donald D. and Dorothy M. (Miller) Alberhasky, was born May 15, 1945 in Iowa City, Iowa where she grew up. Sandra was a 1963 graduate of Iowa City High School and furthered her education at the University of South Carolina where she received her Associate’s Degree and then received her Bachelor of Science Degree from Drury University in Springfield, Missouri. On January 11, 1966, Sandra entered the United States Army and served her country faithfully until her honorable discharge on June 23, 1967. She had attained the rank of Specialist 4 and earned the National Defense Service Medal. On May 27, 1966, Sandra was united in marriage to Sam Henry Jones in Iowa City, Iowa. They shared over 33 years of marriage together and many wonderful memories. Sandra and Sam were blessed with three sons: Johnny Dean, Timothy Allen and David James. Sam preceded her in death on July 7, 1999. Sandra was a hardworking woman and took great pride in helping to provide for her family. While still in Iowa, Sandra was a licensed hairdresser. Due to Sam being in the United States Army, Sandra and the family moved several times. While being stationed in South Carolina, Sandra worked for the Credit Bureau. They were then transferred to Fort Leonard Wood and she began teaching in the Laquey School District and later moved to the Waynesville School District where she taught for several years. She was a member of the Missouri State Teachers Association, Pulaski County Retired Teachers, Missouri Retired Teachers, Delta Kappa Gamma and Gamma Xi Chapter. In her spare time, Sandra enjoyed traveling and taking her grandchildren to historic places. She also liked to play the slots at different casinos she went to and also loved to read. Most importantly, she treasured those times spent with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren. Sandra passed away at 1:51 am, Monday, January 14, 2013 in the Mercy Hospital of Springfield, Missouri having attained the age of 67 years, 7 months and 30 days. She will be sadly missed by all those that knew and loved her. Sandra leaves to cherish her memory three sons: Johnny Dean Jones (Laura) of Rolla, MO, Timothy Allen Jones (Darla) of Lancaster, CA and David James Jones (Kim) of Laquey, MO; one sister: Peggy Sue Yarber of Bakersfield, CA; ten grandchildren; other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents and husband, Sandra was preceded in death by one sister: Terry Hanrahan. Graveside service with military honors was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 19, 2013 in the Sunset Memorial Estates Cemetery of Waynesville with Father John Groner officiating. Military honors were provided by the Missouri Honors Team. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert.

Sandra Kay Jones

May 15, 1945 - January 14, 2013