Sandra (Sandy) K. Buchanan

Upon graduating from Shortridge High School, in Indianapolis, in 1959, Sandy enlisted in the Women’s Air Force. She served as an Administrative Clerk until her discharge from Headquarters Air Training Command, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas, in 1962, with the rank of E-4, Airman First Class. In 1964, Sandy began her US Civil Service Career as a GS-2, Clerk Typist. Sandy earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Management/Health Care from Park College in 1981, all the while working her way up the Civil Service ladder. She retired in 1996 as a GS-12, Computer Systems Analyst, supervising a team of Air Force Computer Programmers.

Sandy enjoyed birdwatching, traveling and watching TV.

Sandy was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Mildred Buchanan; her sister Barbara Malcak; and her brothers, Charles, John and William Buchanan.

She is survived by sister-in-law, Regina (Charles) Buchanan; numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews; long-time best friend and roommate, Sharon McDonald; and her cat Sammy.

Interment will be at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Texas Italian Greyhound Rescue.