Sandra Jo Sanford

Sandra Jo Sanford, a resident of Forest, MS passed away on February 19, 2024 in Hattiesburg, MS. A visitation will be held at Morton Church of Jesus Name on Saturday, Feb 24 from 10am-3pm with a church service at 3:30 pm and  a graveside to follow at Morton Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Sandra was born December 15, 1965 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. She lived in the Forest, MS area nearly her whole life. She is preceded in death by her sister, Betty Ann Goforth.

Sandra is survived by her parents, Annie and Micheal Moore; her husband, Russel Sanford; three daughters, Sandra Burkes (Timothy), Ashley Thames (Corey), and Haley Simmons; three sons, Micheal Simmons (Josh), Dewayne Simmons (Candice), and Josh Simmons (Tiffany); one sister, Tammy Beatty (John); seven grandchildren, and the father of her children with whom she remained close, Michael Simmons.

With heavy hearts, we say goodbye to someone truly special – a woman whose beauty, both inside and out, left a permanent mark on our hearts. She was a devoted mother, always looking out for her six kids and keeping them in her prayers. Her infectious laugh could brighten any room, and she carried a sense of humor and a beautiful spirit that drew people to her.

Her faith in God was unwavering. No matter the challenges, including her fight against cancer, she stood firm and would always say, "God is good!" She never let ANYTHING stand in her way of praising the Lord. 

While raising her children, she was there through all the ups and downs, she was their anchor and offered support even when they thought they didn't need it. She would let them vent, lending a listening ear, a comforting shoulder to cry on, listened to their complaints, and always offered a solution or sound advice. She shared in their laughter and hard times, providing guidance and molding them into the wonderful adults that they are today. 

As she joins the angels in singing and praising God, we can only imagine the joy on their faces. They are standing among one of God's strongest warriors. She is finally free from pain and the hurt of this ole world. She never has to have another painful day or be sick ever again. The rest she is getting is well deserved after a life well lived. She will be missed by so many, but will be rejoined at the Throne with those that loved her.

Ott and Lee is honored to serve the family during this difficult time.