Sandra Beverly Orr

Sandra Beverly Orr, 74, passed on Tuesday, May 7, 2019, at her home in Sioux City surrounded by her family.  After her valiant fight with Breast Cancer in 1999, Sandra’s battle resumed in 2016 with Stage 4 Breast Cancer that spread to the bones. Her strong will to live, unwavering faith in God, and the love and prayers of family, friends, and many supporters carried her through over 2 more years of grueling Radiation and Chemotherapy.  The funeral service will be on Monday, May 13, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at Meyer Brothers Colonial Chapel.  Burial will be at Logan Park Cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday, May 12, 2019 from 4–8 pm with a prayer service at 7 p.m. at the funeral home.   A luncheon reception for the family and close friends will be held at Crescent Park Methodist Church immediately following the graveside service.  Online condolences may be made to www.meyerbroschapels.com

Sandra was born on September 10, 1944 in Athens, GA to Elmer and Violet (Bone) Geigle.  The oldest of 3 beautiful girls, her sisters – Joan (Chuck) Wyatt of LaVista, NE and Scherry (Phil) Bertrand of Sioux City, IA are left to cherish her memories.

Known for her ease in frequent conversation with even total strangers, some may be surprised to learn of the extreme shyness of her youth.  Yet even as a child, she possessed a contagious smile and an entertaining sense of humor. Throughout her life she maintained a sweet and simple demeanor that won the trust and hearts of many, who even now, have been changed by her witness of constant nurturing, love and faith.  Her signature gift of joy, shown through her constant smiling, laughter and generosity, will never be forgotten.  Sandra met the love of her life, Wesley Leland Orr Sr., when they became neighbors on W. 30^th Street as youngsters.  They later married on April 27, 1962 at Crescent Park Methodist Church where they remain faithful Christian members today.  Married for 57 years, Sandra & Wes raised their 3 dear children, Valerie, Wesley Jr., and April in Sioux City, Iowa.  Possessing a true servant’s heart, Sandra faithfully cared for family and friends through her delicious cooking/baking – including Christmas cookie decorating, planning the annual Easter Egg Hunt and organizing the many family picnics.  A woman of faith and a heart of gold, she shaped their spirituality by her Christian example.  With a real zest for life, Sandra loved to plant flowers, camp, fish, travel, play games/cards – especially with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, chat with friends and family…just to name a few.

Her surviving family members include her husband, Wesley Leland Orr Sr,, Sioux City; daughters Valerie (Dan) Trudell and April (Ron) Ryan all of Sioux City; Grandchildren, Rebecca, Jenny, Justin, Wesley “Lee” III, Jeanna, Alicia, Brittney and R.J.; 18 great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Jean Orr; Sioux City and her favorite aunt, Edith Roling, Madison, GA.

She was preceded in death by her father, Elmer Geigle; mother and step-father Violet and Roy Warfield and son, Wesley Orr Jr.

The family would like to thank all the wonderful staff at the June E. Nylen Cancer Center, Dr. Steven Joyce and staff and Hospice of Siouxland for the numerous years of continual care of Sandra.