BORN

1963

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Hill Crest Memorial Funeral Home & Park - Haughton

601 US Highway 80 East

Haughton, Louisiana

Sandra Jones-Craigo Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 26, 2017.

Sandra Diane Jones-Craigo, 54, of Haughton, Louisiana, passed away November 23, 2017. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee on March 2, 1963. Sandra graduated from Airline High School and received an Associate's Degree in Nursing from Our Lady of Lake College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She spent her life taking care of the community through her call to nursing. Nursing wasn't just a career for Sandra, it was a ministry. She worked as an oncology nurse for 25 faithful years with Feist-Weiller Cancer Center at LSU Health Sciences Center. Sandra worked as a hospice nurse and as a home health nurse for Louisiana Home Care Group. She was a member of the Oncology Nursing Society and a medical missions group. She traveled to Africa to provide medical missionary relief to men, women, and children.

Sandra was a devoted servant in the body of Christ although her childhood home church was St. George's Episcopal Church. She had a green thumb and a passion for giving life and beauty to the world around her. She championed for animals by volunteering regularly at animal shelters and humane societies and opening her home to rescue and rehabilitate animals back to health.

Sandra loved her family and friends, but no love matched the love she had for her grandson Lucas. She had a passion for the Word of God and for fellowship with other believers. She had a passion for ministering to young children and financially sponsored a child in Nicaragua.

Sandra was preceded in death by her mother, Diane K. Jones and her father Thomas L. Jones, and her beloved brother-in-law, Robert W. Boyd. She is survived by her daughter Kathryn Elizabeth Craigo-Whitaker, son-in-law Samuel C. Whitaker, grandson Lucas A. Whitaker, sister Sheryl J. Boyd, niece Megan E. Boyd, nephew Lance B. Boyd, her daughter's father Robert A. Craigo, and her loving companion Ladd Custer.

The family will receive friends during visitation at Hill Crest Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 28, 2017 from 5-7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 29, 2017.

Arrangements under the direction of Hill Crest Memorial Funeral Home, Haughton, LA.

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May 4, 2018

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Patti Blount

The flower called, Sandy, has bloomed and faded too quickly from this earth. She leaves behind her love for her Lord, and His Word, her daughter, grandson, family and friends. I was honored to be one of them. She was of great value to so many. Her smile and eyes linger on, for through them was seen the light of Christ. Everything she deposited in others, lives on, especially her insights she shared from the Word of God, and the deep compassion she had to "stop for the one." God's Blessings, Comfort, and Keeping power be with us all.

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December 3, 2017

Susan Rhymes

I've made several attempts to write here and I am so griefed over the loss that words seem inadequate. You, Sandy, were my dear friend and I miss you terribly. My love and prayers are with all your family and friends now and forever.

Posted by Susan Rhymes

November 29, 2017

Jerri Owen

Sadly, I just learned of Sandy's passing this morning. I met Sandy through Circle of Friends women's Bible Study group and shared our journey into grandmotherhood together. She was such a sweet, gentle soul. I will miss her. My prayers are with her family.

November 29, 2017

Jenny Smyrni-Killian

I went to church with Sandy at Northpoint Community Church. She was a gentle soul, sweet and caring. Her eyes sparkled with life, and she exhibited a love for people in both word and deed. May the memories of Sandy you carry in your heart be a treasure that serves you well. heart

November 29, 2017

Charlotte McCay

So sorry for you loss. Sandy was friends with my sister Betty in high school We also knew Diane by my parents living in Dogwood. Our prayers are with your family at this time.

November 28, 2017

Pat Jones

So sorry for your loss. Sandy was my moms home health nurse. She was the most caring person and really treated her patients well. We will miss her!!

November 28, 2017

Mary Salvail

Condolences to Sandy's family and close friends during this time of grief. May your memories of the good times you shared bring you comfort. May she rest in peace. ❤

November 28, 2017

Darren Guin

I worked with Sandy at the Feist-Weiller Cancer Center at LSU Health in Shreveport. She was always a joy to be around and was such a generous person. We'll all miss her, but Sandy's legacy will live on through all the great work she did.

November 28, 2017

Annette Rivers-Ivory

Sandy will be greatly missed, she was my sandy wandy girl, we worked together for many years at University Health Cancer Center my prayers are with the family.
Rest in peace.....

November 28, 2017

Julianne Crim

My condolences to the family. Thank you beautiful Sandy for your incredible warmth and Christ-like encouragement. I will remember it always.

November 27, 2017

Sherita Williams

Sorry for your loss.. Praying for you in this difficult time..
LDCC Community College ASN Staff

November 27, 2017

Debbie LeBlanc

She truly was an angel she was my home health nurse when i had hip replacement and as we were talking we learned we had relatives in common and she became a friend i didn't know her long but she was one of the sweetest people i have ever met my heart goes out to her family and i know she is at peace fly high Sandra fly high

November 27, 2017

Lisa PERRODIN

I am so grieved for your loss, as this was a loss for SO MANY more than anyone can imagine !! Sandy, you were my sister in Christ always & our conversations are some that I will cherish always !! My deepest sympathy & prayers go out to all her family & friends during this most difficult time !!! May God comfort you as only He can !!
Much Love & Prayers,
Lisa Pappas Perrodin

November 26, 2017

Claudine Pintor

I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you Sherri this is a devastating loss for you

November 26, 2017

The Bartley's

My Beautiful Sweet Cousin Sandy may you rest in peace now that you have your Angel Wings! Praying for peace and comfort for her beautiful daughter, sister and family. We love you all! You will be missed always! Love The Bartley's Mark, Rebecca, Brandon, De Anna, Jonathon and Hannah

November 26, 2017

Becky Aycock

I love so much!! You have been my best friend for years. I will always remember all the fun times we had. I will miss my walking buddy and my movie partner. I pray for your family and will always be available for them . I will miss you everyday You we're a special person like no one else

November 26, 2017

May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this very sad time
Psalms 29:11

November 26, 2017

Deana Luebbert

My Dear Friend, You were always there to lift me up and be a sister. I will miss you terribly! I will treasure the memories! God Bless You & your family! I love you Sandy!

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