Obituary Detail
December 12, 2025
Sandra Ann (Sandy) Anthony, Age:87
Sandra Ann (Lewis) Anthony passed away peacefully under hospice care on Friday, December 12, 2025, in McKinney, Texas.
She was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Harry and Rose Lewis, the oldest of four children to three younger brothers. She attended Wilson High School and made lifelong friends with a special group of women, with whom she would enjoy a supportive and loving relationship, including frequent visits and planned trips throughout their lives. Her love of physical activity was also developed at Wilson, where she was a cheerleader and member of the Girls Athletic Association, and her faculty leaders influenced her decision to attend the University of Northern Iowa to major in Physical Education.
She met Marc W. Anthony at UNI and they married in 1960, eventually moving right after graduation for Marc’s military post to Fort Benning, Georgia for the next four years before returning to Cedar Falls, Iowa. They moved with their children, Marc II, Lynn and Sue Ann to Scottsbluff, Nebraska in 1971 and were very active in their community. Having instilled a great love of sport and competition into her children, she attended literally hundreds of football, baseball, and basketball games, track and cross-country meets, band and choir concerts, and dance and piano recitals. She spent considerable time on boats and mountains, water- and snow-skiing with her family, as well as occasionally playing golf and tennis. She boosted the Scottsbluff Public School system as a charity and fundraising organizer, PTA leader, served as a PEO President, and was a Regional Hospital auxiliary member. Her own interests included several bridge clubs, gardening, quilting, sewing and other needlework, antiquing, and a tremendous love of country, so patriotic destinations, holidays and events held a special place in her heart.
Her children’s greatest supporter, she’s sewn dozens of Halloween and dance costumes, and elaborate Christmas stockings – apparently, one can never use too many sequins! She baked thousands of cookies and cupcakes for Scouting and school events, and drove thousands of miles for travelling sports, concerts, doctor’s appointments and family summer vacations. When she turned 80 and was asked what her favorite “era” of life has been, she said the time in Nebraska, raising her children, supporting her community, and her Scottsbluff friendships.
After her children had left home, Sandy and Marc moved to Louisiana for several years before retiring to Florida where they were closer to the Anthony side of the family, and the warmer weather was most agreeable to Sandy’s health. She kept close ties with her own family in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and loved returning to visit. Marc passed in 2009, and Sandy moved to Texas in 2012 to be with her daughter, moving finally to Hidden Springs Assisted Living in 2024.
Sandra is preceded in death by her parents Harry and Rose (Karlik) Lewis, her husband Marc Anthony, and her brothers, Richard and Arlene (Bedell) Lewis, Dennis Lewis, and brother-in-law Joe Bill Anthony. She is survived by her brother Don and Jean (Elwick) Lewis, children Marc Anthony II, Lynn and Teresa (Modlin) Anthony, Sue Ann (Anthony) and Ed Ballas, along with her brother Don and Jean (Elwick) Lewis, Tad and Betty (Bowman) Anthony, Annette Anthony, and Phil and Arlene {Anderson) Anthony. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, Rodney Rasgorshek, Kacey (Rasgorshek) and Craig Hoppes, Zane Lewis Anthony, Kayleigh and Bryce Ballas, along with great grandchildren Tayden Rasgorshek, and Jaxton and Keland Hoppes. She also had special relationships with many nieces and nephews, and their children, on both sides of her family.
At Sandy’s request there will be no viewing. Her ashes will be co-mingled with her husband’s and returned to Scottsbluff, Nebraska by their children. Memorial donations may be sent to the Scottsbluff Zoo where she enjoyed many happy hours with friends and family.
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Condolences
Sanjay Sood December 20, 2025
Colleague DULUTH , Georgia
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your mother. I truly believe she continues to watch over you from heaven, blessing you with pride and gratitude for all that you did for her. May God grant you strength, comfort, and peace during this difficult time. You and your family are in my thoughts as you navigate this profound loss.
Gail Hanson Brenner December 20, 2025
Friend Elk Mound , Wisconsin
Marc, Lynn, Sue Ann and family - my deepest sympathies to all of you. I have some wonderful memories of her - McDonald’s HOT fries, the sparkle in her eye, her wonderful smile, and more. She was a very special lady that will always have a place in my heart. I hope knowing she will be spending the holidays with your Dad will help ease your loss. She has no pain but still has that sparkle and smile that will live on forever with your memories. 🙏❤️🙏
Sarah Brenner December 20, 2025
Friend Eau Claire , Wisconsin
I am so sorry for your loss, she was a lovely women who was a great joy.
Sandra Chamberlain December 20, 2025
Nurse Princeton , Texas
Such a lovely tribute. It was such an honor to be her nurse. I will never forget that beautiful smile. I know there are no words to express the pain of losing your mother. You are in my heart & thoughts. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kimberly Anthony December 23, 2025
Niece Brighton , Colorado
Some of my fondest memories growing up are of our trips to visit Aunt Sandy and Uncle Marc. I remember my first boat ride, black labs, yummy food in Nebraska. I remember fire works, a seafood boil for New Years in Louisiana. My first ever plane ride was to Florida to spend time with them. Sandy was funny, smart, strong and tenacious and I always loved to be around her. I consider myself lucky to have known her and even luckier to be able to call her family. She will be deeply missed.
Ghassan Hassan December 24, 2025
Colleague Irving , Texas
Dear Sue Ann, Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. Reading the tribute, it is clear she lived a meaningful life and touched many people. My thoughts are with you and your family, and I hope you find comfort and strength during this difficult time. Ghassan
Deb, Warren and Rylee January 08, 2026
Aunt cedar rapids , Iowa
Our deepest condolences. Your mom was a wonderful woman who touched so many lives, including ours. We will always be grateful for her kindness and love. We are holding you all close in our thoughts and prayers !
Brandon Lewis January 11, 2026
Great Aunt DePere , Wisconsin
There are no words to ease the pain of this loss. Aunt Sandra was a bright spot in my life anytime we visited, she had faith in me when others did not. I was blessed to see her prior to passing, and I know she will be watching over each member of her family, near or far. Her smile was as big as her heart. My families condolences to Marc, Lynn, SueAnn and each family member of theirs. She’ll be deeply missed. R.I.P till we meet again. Love Brandon Lewis
