Sunrise: April 11, 1964 / Sunset: August 24, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Sandra Hardison, who passed away on August 24, 2026, at the age of 62.

Sandra was a beloved mother, grandparent, sibling, and friend. She touched the lives of so many through her kindness, humor, generosity, faith, and love of family. Born in Cheyenne, Wyoming, on April 11, Sandra lived a life filled with family, adventure, service, faith, and friendship. She will always be remembered for her loving nature, trustworthiness, candidness, as well as her love of choir, volunteering, cinema.

Sandra was the daughter of Juanita and Robert Collier. She grew up in Austin, Texas, where she spent the majority of her childhood. Sandra was the proud mother of Jessica Chapell (Husband Brandon), Jordan Hardison, and Sydney Hardison. She was also a loving grandmother to Camryn and Xavier Chapell, and her family was one of the greatest sources of joy in her life.

Sandra had a special love for spending quality time with her grandchildren, arts and crafts, and the Dallas Cowboys. Those who knew Sandra will remember her smile, contagious laugh, and kindness. She had a way of making people feel seen, heard, and appreciated. One thing Sandra often said was “Say what you mean, and mean what you say.”

Faith was an important part of Sandra's life. She was involved with New Lincoln Missionary Baptist Church, and later with Sweet Home - The Pinnacle of Praise.

Sandra leaves behind her sister, Tracy Bates; niece, Tyler Moreno; and nephew, Matthew Bates-Collier. She was preceded in death by a plethora of cousins, uncles, aunts, and many friends. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched. Sandra's life was a gift, her memory a treasure, and her love will remain with us always.