Sandra Louise Cole, 63, of Bonaparte, Iowa passed away at 9:14 p.m. Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Country Lane Manor in Keosauqua, Iowa.
She was born on July 19, 1962, in Kirksville, Missouri, the daughter of Bernard and B. Maxine (Warner) Clark. She married Robert Cole, they later divorced.
She is survived by her four children: Tyler Duncan of Bonaparte, Jeremiah Cole of Ottumwa, Tristian (Kristen) Cole of Bonaparte, Stormie Cole of Bonaparte; grandchildren: Noah, Chance, Chase, Kyran, Makenzie, Izzy, Zighrex, Dean, James, Bobby; one sister: Maria Rains of Bonaparte, Iowa; and one nephew: Dale.
She was preceded in death by her parents and two nephews: Matt and Travis.
Sandra enjoyed spending time with her family.
Per her wishes her body has been entrusted to the crematory of Schmitz Funeral Home for cremation.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 12:00 noon, Sunday, March 1, 2026, at the former Bonaparte school.
A memorial has been established in her memory and can be mailed to the family at: 501 1st Street, Bonaparte, Iowa 52620.
Schmitz Funeral Home of Farmington is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com.
