Sandra M. Lanham, 82, Springfield, MO, passed from this life on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Cox Medical Center South in Springfield, MO. She was born October 31, 1943 in Springfield, MO to Eldon & Inez (McQuarter) Mincks. Sandra married Paul A. Lanham on May 16 1964, in Springfield, MO and he preceded her in death in 2014.
Sandra enjoyed making flower arrangements, making Halloween and Christmas decorations, knitting blankets enjoying time at casinos, beach as well as watching the St. Louis Cardinals.
She is survived by her; two sons; Grant and wife Erin Lanham, Eric Lanham and husband Nathan two grandchildren; Travis Lanham and Matthew Lanham and wife Brittanie, and sister Charlotte Karns, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Mary and Dale Mills.
Graveside Services will be held at Rosehill Cemetery near Willard, MO, Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Please have floral arrangements sent to Greenlawn Funeral Home South, Springfield, MO. Arrangements are under the care of Greenlawn Funeral Home South.