Sandra Marie Riley, age 68, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026. Born on February 13, 1958, Sandra was the beloved daughter of Lawrence Riley and Rosieleta (Albert) Riley.
Sandra was a proud graduate of LHS and was known for her loving heart, strong spirit, and devotion to her family. She found joy in spending time with those she loved and leaves behind many cherished memories that will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and friends.
She is survived by her children, Shane Riley and his wife Jennifer, Cassandra Sanders and her husband Mark, Annette Patterson, and Angel Patterson. Sandra was also a proud grandmother to four grandchildren who brought great happiness to her life.
She is further survived by her siblings: Rose Brown and her husband Steve, Kathy Brown and her husband James, and Michael Riley and his wife Liz, along with many extended family members and friends who will miss her dearly.
Sandra was preceded in death by her father, Lawrence Riley, as well as Melvin Riley and Leslie Riley.
Sandra passed away on Juneteenth, a day that symbolizes freedom and hope. Her family finds comfort in knowing that she is now celebrating her eternal freedom in Heaven, reunited with loved ones who went before her.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. at North Lawrence Christian Church, 746 Elm Street, Lawrence, Kansas 66044.
Though Sandra’s presence will be deeply missed, her love, kindness, and legacy will remain forever in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
She was great mom to her two wonderful daughters.
My thoughts and prayers go out to her Husband, and her children and grandchildren i went to school with Sandra, she was a very kind person she will be missed. May the Lord wrap his loving arms around you all during this most difficult time and give you all peace and comfort during this time.
Out side of a lady her mom named once there is no o to her mention of her. I find this cruel and pray that it is an oversight. The mother needs recognition.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Sandy’s family. She was loved and will be missed by many.
Prayers for the Riley family, sorry for your loss
Mike, Iām so sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. You and your family are in my prayers.
Sandy was a wonderful woman funny she would do anything for you if you needed a hand . We all grew up together. She will really missed .
Sandy was a wonderful woman funny compassionate she would do anything for you if you needed a hand . She had a big heart. She loved her children her family. We all grew up together she will be really missed .
So sorry to hear about Sandy. Sorry that I won’t be able to make it Saturday going to be out of town. Prayers and hugs
Rosie I’m so sorry to hear about Sandy. My thoughts an prayers are with you š ā¤ļø all.
Our sympathy goes out to all of Sandy’s family. To her mother , and sisters Kathy and Rose a special prayer for strength thru this
Sandy is now resting in peace with out pain. Again prayers for the family.