Sandra Sue Canaday, 86, passed away at her home on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Sandra was raised on a family farm in Meriden Kansas, where she was born on November 9th, 1937 to Alpha & Lorraine "Tiny" (Brooks) Cook.

Sandra graduated from Meriden High School in 1955; during and after graduating she worked alongside her mother in the school cafeteria. She also worked as a secretary for a couple years in Topeka, Kansas.

Sandra dedicated her life to raising her children and grand-children in a Christian home. Prior to James Canaday's debilitating health problems, Sandra and her family were members of several Pentecostal and Full Gospel churches in the Oklahoma City community.

She was a gifted pianist and used her talents in various ministries of the church. She was a longtime supporter of St. Jude Hospital and Shriner's Hospital for children.

Things that brought Sandra joy,

Church, Church and more Church;

Hawaii vacations;

Piano;

Sewing.

Sandra will be remembered for her,

Kindness and Support;

Christian Values;

Love of music.

Sandra Canaday was preceded in death by her,

Husband, James Canaday;

Parents; Alpha & Lorraine Cook

Grandson, Michael VanValkenburg;

Brother, Ralph Cook.

She leaves precious memories with those who survive,

Son, Russell Canaday and wife Rebecca;

Daughter, Christina VanValkenburg;

Son, Brian Canaday;

Grand-children: Daniel VanValkenburg, Austin Canaday & Joseph Canaday;

As well as numerous extended family members and several friends whose lives she touched.