Sandra Jean Davis, 69, of Bay City passed away August 30, 2024. She was born July 7, 1955 in Lawrence, Massachusetts.

Sandra was a vibrant woman with a zest for life. She grew up in Georgetown, Massachusetts and moved to Bay City, Texas in 1978. She always said she wasn't born here but got here as fast as she could. The community got to know Sandra through her love for teaching, her enthusiasm for her son's sports, and of course her energy and hospitality at K-2 Steakhouse.

She became a PE aid at Tennie Holmes Elementary and found her passion for working in education. After going back to college to get her bachelor's in education and graduating from U of H Victoria summa cum laude, she proudly became a 3rd grade teacher at Tennie Holmes and continued teaching for 25 years.

Sandra was more than just a teacher; she was a beacon of kindness and inspiration.  Her dedication to teaching was evident in the school, nurturing a love of learning in all who entered her classroom. Beyond the curriculum, Sandra imparted valuable life lessons, teaching students the importance of perseverance, kindness, and integrity.

Sandra was a passionate sports fan, a fixture at countless Black Cat games, and always cheering with pride as she watched her sons excel in football, baseball, and golf.  She developed a love for sports early in life and was an avid Patriots, Red Sox, and Celtics fan. Whether it was a Friday night football game under the lights or a summer baseball tournament, you would always see and HEAR her presence!

She was also known for her ability to connect with people from all walks of life. She believed in the importance of giving back and helping others. Sandra could strike up a conversation with anyone, turning acquaintances into friends and friends into family.

She was often the life of the party and can be described as the person who would get the party started…and then party 'till the cows come home…then party with cows!  She loved to dance, whether it was at a family gathering, a local event, or simply in her living room. Sandra loved all music, from Texas Country to Rock and Roll, even playing often Jazz and classical music in her classroom.

Matagorda beach was her sanctuary, a place where she felt most at peace, enjoying the sound of the waves and the warmth of the sun. Closer to home, Sandra took great pride in her yard, and she was always outside, tending to her flower beds with the same care and dedication she showed in all aspects of her life.

Sandra had a talent for cooking that she picked up through her younger years in the restaurant industry. It was a gift she lovingly shared with everyone around her and passed along to her sons. Her kitchen was a place of happiness and creativity, and she had a remarkable way of transforming leftovers into new and exciting dishes.

She was preceded in death by her parents John F. Craig and Clare J. Berube Fitzgerald.

Survivors include her sons Kevin R. Cook (Chrissy C. Wilson) and Brian J-P Davis (Jade A. Halfpenny-Davis); sister Brabara A. Hughes; grandson Braxton; nieces Jeannette Carasco and Jillian Loera and a host of extended family and friends.

Rest in peace, Sandra. Your energy, your laughter, and your love for life will be remembered always.

Her family will receive friends and relatives for a viewing and visitation time from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM Saturday, September 7, 2024 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that you donate to the Bay City ISD Education Fund.

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