Sandra LouAnn (Smith) Valvana

Sandra LouAnn (Smith) Valvana, 82 years of age, of New Ringgold, Pennsylvania passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at home peacefully surrounded by loved ones.

Born Sunday, February 22, 1942 in Jamaica, New York the daughter of the late Marshall "DJ", and Evelyn (Higbie) Smith. Sandra was also predeceased by; son Steven Murray.

Surviving are daughters, Veronica Kaufman wife of Peter, Wendy Jones, Melissa VanDett; brother, Marshall "DJ" Smith and his wife Carmen; grandchildren, Joseph Wolf, Lisa Nivens, Kayla Leibowitz, Deanna Mehmeti, Amber McFadden, Cassandra Vachon, Douglas Vachon, Anthony VanDett, Alexandria VanDett; great grandchildren, Skyler, Riley, Mariesa, Carson, Maya, Olivia, Arian, Cameron, Emma, Lily, Aria.

A 1960 graduate of Burrs Lane High School, Sandra retired from the Long Beach City School District in Long Island having worked as a bookkeeper for 17 years .Sandra was an avid reader of murder mysteries, enjoyed bowling, golfing, gardening, and always had a puzzle on the table. 

Private arrangements entrusted to the Robert S. Nester Funeral home & Cremation Services, Inc. 2066 West Penn Pike New Ringgold, Pennsylvania 17960. (570) 386-5884

Online condolences or a fond memory of Sandra can be expressed by visiting www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com