Sandra Kay Tyson-Wells, 70, ascended to heaven on September 15, 2020 at Methodist Clear Lake hospital comforted by her daughter, Daryl Wells. She was born September 11, 1950 in Port Arthur, Texas to Benton and Marie (Jacobs) Tyson. She graduated from Lincoln High School where she was a member of the Honey Bee dance team and student council. Thereafter she attended Lamar University then The University of Texas - Nursing School where she completed her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
Sandra then moved to Texas City, Texas and began a successful career in nursing; initially dedicating her career at UTMB - Galveston in Labor and Delivery. She then transitioned to the information technology team where she helped launch electronic medical records with her expertise as a Registered Nurse. Although she was an amazing Registered Nurse, Sandra’s God given calling was a mother to ALL. Upon retirement to cared for her own mother for years until her passing in which she then dedicated many years to caring for foster children. Many days she could be found working the concession stands at sporting games for O’Connell High school, fundraising events, and an ‘off the clock’ counselor and confidant for the students and friends of her daughter.
She was proceeded in death by her son, William Howard Wells; parents, Benton and Marie (Jacobs) Tyson; and her sister, Weasey R. Tyson-Carter.
She is survived by her daughters, Daryl Elizabeth Marie Wells; her brother, Benton Howard Tyson, Jr.; Stepdaughters, Vernessa Anderson, Nikki Hawkins, and Nadis Rodriguez; Chaden Hawkins, Dominique; Nieces and Great Nieces, Tatyana Tyson (twin), Jasmine Allen, Merica Carter, Tadria Carter Taliyah and Tiana Ruffins; Nephews and Great Nephews, Adrian Carter Sr., Adrian Carter, Jr., Terry Allen; Godchildren, Brandon Fulcher, Aven Fulcher, and Perry Fulcher, Jr., Joseph D’von Correia, Rashunn and Rochelle Washington; Son-in- laws, Robert Anderson, Charles Hawkins, Sr., and Vincent Rodriguez. Numerous cousins, friends, and the family of God.
In lieu of flowers, please consider celebrating Sandra’s love and encouragement of children and donate to the organization below:
Brothers at Peace is a non-profit organization created to provide care, recreation, and enriching programs to youth 18 years and younger. We are an organization of men that aim to nurture potential, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility that will build a community where young people are encouraged to develop to their fullest potential in mind, body, and spirit.
We offer life-changing relationships with urban youth that includes comprehensive solutions to address the issues faced by urban kids by empowering young people to become leaders and productive citizens. Brothers at Peace serves as a safe haven filled with love, hope, and opportunity for at-risk young men.
Through mentorship, education, health and wellness, economic empowerment, and leadership development, Brothers at Peace Youth Initiative is committed to providing positive role models, advocates, and trusted advisors to young boys and men throughout the country.
brothersatpeace.givingfuel.com/brothers-at-peace" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://brothersatpeace.givingfuel.com/brothers-at-peace brothersatpeace.givingfuel.com
Donate online now to Brothers At Peace. Donations are fast, safe and secure.
SHARE OBITUARY
v.1.8.18