Sandra was born on November 13, 1962 to Sanford (Pee Wee) McGowan and Robbie Mae Smith in Huntsville, Texas.

Sandra accepted Christ at an early age. She was a member of Unity of Faith Missionary Baptist Church.

Sandra attended school in Huntsville High School in 1980. She continued her education at the Phoenix College.

On Wednesday, July 7, 2021 the Lord called his beloved angel home to receive a much deserved rest. Sandra was preceded in death by her mother and her grandparents. She leaves to cherish precious memories her parents: Sanford and Hattie McGowan; daughters: Samantha Smith and Marquita Smith; grandchildren: Isaiah, Ory'Ona, Shanise, Joshua, Charles, Zy'Kier; sisters: Angela Brooks (Victor), Diana Dill (Chris), Lois Joubert and Demetrice Kotun; brothers: John Bailey (Joann), Elvis Bailey (Lillian), Walter Bailey (Jackie) and Willie Lee Bailey (Faye); bonus sister: Maria Tozzie and a host of special nieces, nephews, additional relatives and great friends.