Sandra Burrell, treasured grandmother, mother, sister, educator, and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love on Friday, August 29, 2025, at Candler Hospital in
Chatham County, Georgia. A longtime resident of Rincon, Georgia, Sandra was 70 years old when she passed.
Born in Toccoa, Georgia to the late Robert Lacy and Macy Collins Lacy Scott. Sandra spent her life nurturing others with grace, wisdom, and unwavering compassion. She
earned both a Master’s degree and an Education Specialist degree, dedicating over 30 years to teaching and mentoring students. Her passion for education extended beyond
the classroom, where she helped develop the after-school program Planet 82, where she served as director, creating a safe and inspiring space for countless children. Sandra was a devoted adoptive mother to two children, Anna and Adam, whose lives she enriched with unwavering love and guidance. Her daughter Anna, married to Joshua Shuler, blessed Sandra with four grandchildren Bristol, Jade, Raelynn, and Jace. To them, she was not just a grandmother, but their beloved “Gamma,” a title she wore with pride and joy.
She is survived by her treasured family: daughter Anna and son-in-law Joshua Shuler; their children Bristol, Jade, Raelynn, and Jace; son Adam Burrell; loving sisters and
brother-in-law Michelle Williams, Charles Williams, and Donna Crump. Along with her dear nieces and nephews Steve Williams, Stephanie Rockenseuss, Kevin Crump, Matthew Crump, and many others. She is also survived by her cherished friend Elaine Jenkins, whose unwavering support and love meant the world to her. Sandra’s legacy of kindness, resilience, and faith lives on in each of them, and in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Sandra was a faithful Christian who lived her life in accordance with the teachings of the Bible, always loving others with an open heart. Her warmth, generosity, and gentle spirit will be deeply missed.
The family will be receiving friends at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 27, 2025 at Compassion Christian Church, Effingham Campus, 810 Fort Howard Road, Rincon, Georgia 31326. A celebration of life will begin at 11:00 a.m. to honor the remarkable woman she was.
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Pamela Forges
My condolences to the family. The last time I was with Ms Sandra we were teasing each other about racing to our cars…she was pushing her rollator and I was wheeling my cane! We laughed out loud. So blessed to have that as my last memory of such a sweet soul.
Pat Cutter
My dear friend, I will miss you so. Not only were you my friend, you were my work mother, mentor , my son’s teacher. I will cherish every moment we had together. You will be missed by a lot people, heaven has got the right angle up the to keep everyone in line. I’ll miss you always ,but never forget you. R.I.P❤️❤️
Toni Davis
I am so sorry to have heard of Sandra’s passing. She was a wonderful person and I enjoyed teaching school with her and working with her in the Children’s Dept at First Baptist Church in Port Wentworth for many years. I wish that I could attend her celebration of life but will be unable to. Prayers for comfort and peace for the family.
Cindy Pollard
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Sandra. I taught at Port Wentworth Elementary. in the early 1990’s and Sandra was always friendly with a smile on her face. She was also a fantastic teacher. May she rest with the Saints where there is no pain or sorrow.
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Tanika Calhoun
Mrs. Burrell was one to remember. Her infectious smile and loving spirit and her unwavering faith lighten up the room each time she came to se us. We ( Dr. Lewis, Patti, Lexi, Tanika, and Jackie) sends our deepest condolences to her kids and grand kids whom she loved dearly. She would always say that they are the reason she she kept fighting. We will miss her more than she will ever know. We pray God send comfort and strength to her family in their time of bereavement. We pray for understanding and empathy for her grand kids as they have to navigate life in a different way now. We love you all.
Michelle Williams
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Michelle Williams
Dearest Adam and Anna, your Mom was the most spceial sister in the world. I love her so much . We had so much fun together. My heart is breaking but I know she is in heaven, one of God’s most beautiful angels. I love you both so very much . Aunt Mikey
Trasee Davis
Although we moved away from the area in 2013, I remember Ms Sandra and Planet 82 from SECC. She was a kind soul with the warmth of the Annointing you could feel. Dance away now!!!