She was born in Dearborn, MI on July 14,1960, the daughter of Brian and Ruth Paukstys.
Sandra is survived by her husband, Michael K. Byrd; children, Kristin (CJ) Bragg, Adam Byrd, and step-children Matt (Tami) Byrd and Jenna (Ryan) Haddrill; mother, Ruth Paukstys; siblings, Venisa Paukstys, Ron (Debra) Paukstys, Linda (Don) Seufert. She also leaves behind 12 grandchildren, and numerous loving relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be sent online to help cover medical expenses at: Gf.me/u/n3tbr7
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 2pm at Desert Shores Community Baptist Church.