Sandra Kay Schaefer Obituary
The family of Sandra Kay Schaefer of Collierville, Tennessee announces her passing on November 6, 2026. Sandra, born on February 28, 1942, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Sandra Kay Schaefer to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, William Burl and Mollie Eloise Caldwell; her husband Karl Channing Schaefer of Philadelphia, PA.; and her siblings, Jerry Caldwell and Vonnie King.
She is survived by: her children, Eric Channing Schaefer (Ann) of Greenville, SC and Sandra Elizabeth "Sandy" Schaefer of Collierville, TN; her grandchildren, Jonathan Schaefer Williams of Washington, D. C. and Elisabeth Channing Williams of Collierville, TN; and her sister Marjorie Kingen of Corinth, MS.. She is also survived by nephews, nieces, cousins and treasured friends.
A memorial gathering will be held on Thursday, November 12th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Collierville Funeral Home (3863 Bailey Station Rd, Collierville, TN 38017). A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 13th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Central Church (2005 E Winchester Blvd, Collierville, TN 38017). A committal service will be held on Tuesday, November 17th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 10:05 AM at the West Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery (4000 Forest Hill Irene Rd, Memphis, TN 38125).
In lieu of flowers, the family would welcome charitable donations to Central Church or Precept Ministries.
