Sandra Lea
Michalski
Passed away on Wednesday, November 19th, 2025, age 78 years. Loving wife of Michael Michalski for over 55 years, 7 months, and 1 day. Dear mother of Susan(Andy) Parks, Katherine(Steven) Ricco, the late Michael(Robin) Michalski Jr., and Andrew Michalski. Grandmother of Jessica(Luke) Strohm, Ali(Emily) Ali, Ryzek(Kayla) Ali, Nurah(Noah) Birtell, and J.T. Parks. Great grandmother to be of Danny Ali. Also survived by her brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives, The Alley Kats (her car show friends), her cats Charlie, Frankie, and Lincoln, and her many grand doggies and grand cats.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, December 13th at the Pulaski Inn, 3900 E. Pulaski Ave., from 11AM-3PM.
Sandra embraced life with an adventurous spirit, enjoying an active social life filled with coast-to-coast motorcycle trips, classic car shows, annual family reunions, and the excitement of casino getaways. A proud classic-car enthusiast and a beloved presence wherever she went, she made memories that will be cherished for years to come. Above all, Sandra’s strong and fierce love for her family was the heart of who she was — a true mama bear whose loyalty, protection, and warmth lifted everyone around her. Her legacy of joy, courage, and unwavering devotion will continue to shine in the lives of those she loved most.
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We met Mike and Sandy years ago at Iola and been going to car shows ever since. Shared a lot of good times at the car shows and other things we did. Going to really miss her
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We met Mike & Sandy years ago in Iola and been going to car shows ever since. Shared a lot of good times at the car shows and other things we did. Going to really miss her humor
She Welcomed me with open arms & included me into her Family. Taught me about
7 layer dip with Doritos, Pizza fridays.
I’ve known sandy for over 46 yrs. Our sons were friends before they were even born.We worked together and enjoyed each other’s company. We always had alot of fun no matter what we were during. I only have loving memories of sandy.