Sandra Lou Markus was greeted by her dearest loved ones as she made her journey home, May 23rd, 2026, at age 84.
Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, October 17th, 1941, to Ray & Emma Sutton, she was one of five siblings, with closeness they shared in raising families, traveling, and much laughter.
She married her greatest love, Stanley Markus, on August 19th, 1961, sharing 64 years together in Kokomo, Indiana. Stanley devotedly cared for her throughout her life, as Sandy was a three-time cancer survivor who never lost her light.
She was cherished by many who lovingly called her Memir.
“Meme” treasured every child, nurturing generations with compassion and leaving a legacy of love through her daycare of over 30 years.
Sandy loved singing, cheering on the Chicago Cubs, cooking and baking, slot machines, and a good cup of coffee. She never went without makeup, hair spray and her signature fragrance, showing up for everyone, at any moments notice.
She is survived by her adoring husband of 64 years, Stanley Markus; her children, Tim Markus and wife Chris, Chris Markus and wife Tina, Grandchildren; Allysha Conwell and partner Jason, Allayna Parker, Reid Markus, Ella Markus, Morgan Markus, Great-grandson Noah Leonard; six bonus step-grandchildren, Caitlin (Justin) Tyminski, Andrew (Josie) Granfield and their son Rylan, Holly, Hannah, Laurel, and Ben Granfield; her sister, Edna Dehaven, niece Denise, nephew Dana, great niece Stacie McNeal and their beautiful family, along with many other nieces and nephews.
She leaves behind dear lifelong friends, including Doris Mudroney, Shirley & Larry Nix, the ladies of the Bridge Club, Marie Scott and the families she lovingly helped shape and raise through the years.
She was predeceased by her parents, Ray and Emma Sutton, brothers Roy, Bud (Marilou), Steve, her beloved daughter Jennifer Lynn Markus, and niece Mary Sims, along with many aunts and cousins. She will be reunited with the many furry pets she loved and cared for so deeply.
Memir leaves behind the secret family recipe for “Poticia” and the best chocolate chip cookies, but above all, family and friends who cherish her spirit forever.
Visitation will be held at Sunset Memory Garden Funeral Home, 2097 West Alto Road, Kokomo, IN 46902, on May 28, 2026, from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. A Funeral Service will follow at 2:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers please donate to the American Cancer Society or plant a tree to honor her legacy.