Sandra Joan Palen Obituary
In loving memory of Sandra Joan Palen of La Porte, Indiana, who departed this world on February 12, 2026 at the age of 83. Sandra leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Paul Nulf and Pansy Nulf (Leonard); her son David Palen; her grandson Seth Layman; and her siblings, Paula Grimes (Mike) and Larry Nulf.
She is survived by: her daughter Debra Akins (Dwight) of La Porte; her grandson Paul Layman (Brittany) of Fishers, IN; her great grandchildren, Lennox, Kyndra and Parker Layman; and her sisters, Sherry Gorden (Neal) of Walkerton, IN and Lynda (Bill). She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Memorial donations may be made to the family c/o Bob Palen, 2900 Monroe Street, La Porte, IN 46350 or to the donor's choice.
