Sandra Ann Nichols peacefully passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at the age of 80. Sandra was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Kenner. She was a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend to all. Sandra is preceded in death by her parents, Ernest A. Nichols Sr. and Rita S. Sabatier, as well as her oldest brother, Ernest Nichols Jr. She is survived by her two younger brothers, Kenneth and Wayne Nichols.
Sandra was a devoted mother to her two daughters, Kristi Exsterstein (Henry) and Wende Conners (Trey). She was also a proud grandmother to five grandchildren: Eric (Brandy) and Cody (Bailey) Exsterstein, and Katie, Sophie, and Phoebe Conners. Additionally, Sandra was a great-grandmother to Easton and Ella Exsterstein. Sandra was known for her kind and caring nature, her love of entertaining friends and family, and enjoyed traveling with her longtime companion, Gary McDonough. After many years of dedication, she retired as a legal secretary from Gerald Leydecker Law Offices. Sandra will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and compassion.
A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, May 3, 2024 at 11:30 am at Divine Mercy Catholic Church, 4337 Sal Lentini Pkwy, Kenner, LA 70065. Following the visitation, a memorial mass will be held at 1:00 pm. After the mass, a celebration of life reception will take place at Chateau Estates Country Club, 3600 Chateau Blvd in Kenner, LA 70065. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association in remembrance of Sandra.
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