Sandi (as most people knew her) Compton was born July 9, 1936, in
Goodland, Kansas, and passed away May 22, 2021, in Hill City, where she
lived with her husband Harold Compton for most of their lives. They had
two children, Lee Allen and Robin Lea who both live in Arizona with
their spouses. She was preceded in death by her mother, father, sister
and brother.
She had a very full life which began in Goodland, where she was born
and raised. Sandi met the love of her life Harold. They were married
May 29, 1954, in Goodland. They moved to Hill City December 20, 1956,
where they raised their family. In addition to her own children, Sandi
babysat in Hill City for many years. She took in ironing for others to
lighten their load. She worked briefly at the Texaco station. Then
Sandi moved on to a career she was the proudest of with the U.S. Postal
Service beginning as a Mail Carrier in Hill City. She was promoted to
the level of Postmaster for the town of Palco, retiring in 2003. Sandi
was very involved with the Presbyterian Church in many ways from keeping
books to anything else that was needed. She had other interests, as
well.
As a lady of many talents, she had an avid interest in sports, both
playing softball and becoming the first female certified umpire for
Kansas. With a husband who is a very active hunter and fisherman she
happily joined him in those activities and loved it, whether hunting in
Kansas or fishing in Alaska. Again, she was quick to help others by
cleaning pheasants when asked. She also loved to go swimming with “her
girls” in her later years. If someone asked, she was there to lend a
hand always! Whether a ride to the doctor, grocery store, or anywhere
else, she was there.
As she moves on with her angel wings to meet her family and friends
who preceded her to heaven, she leaves behind four grandchildren – Wendy
(Matthew), Alexa, Brian (Kaylin), Daniel (Anna); seven great
grandchildren – Matt (Jayten), Austin, Anthony, Danica, Brysen, Bentley;
one great-great-grandson – Brixton from her granddaughter Katelyn who
preceded her to heaven. There are so many other family members she
dearly loved who will miss her always.
The family wants to thank the many who have stopped by with a hug or
food, phoned to chat, and sent prayers and support. It was her wish
for a quiet departure to meet those who await her; therefore a memorial
service is not planned.