Sandra B. Phillips

Sandra Elaine (Ball) Phillips, age 70, departed this life on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at Mountain View Hospital in Las Vegas, Nevada. She was born on December 10, 1953 in New Orleans, Louisiana, to David and Vivian Ball, Jr. Sandra was a proud graduate of Booker T. Washington High School Class of '71 and Spencer's Business College Class of '72. Sandra met the love of her life, Rodney Lee Phillips, and they married on June 30, 1973, at New Zion Baptist Church. Throughout her life, Sandra exemplified warmth, kindness, and unwavering love for her family and friends.

Sandra's home was a sanctuary of love and comfort, always open to family, friends, and anyone in need of a warm meal and a welcoming embrace. She cherished her New Orleans roots and expressed her love through the delicious, hearty meals she prepared. Her home and kitchen were places that brought people together, fostering joy and togetherness.

She leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter. Sandra is survived by her loving and devoted husband of almost 51 years, Rodney Lee Phillips, and their adoring children: daughters, D'Juan (Phillips) and DeAuna (Phillips-Hill), and son, Drian (Phillips). Sandra will forever hold a special place in the hearts of her sisters, Nellie Perkins, Brenda LeBeouf, Pollie Roberts, Lynette Ball, and Autherine Poindexter. She was a beloved grandmother to Justin O'Keefe, Amir and Kamryn Hill, Roney Leigh Phillips, and Cruz Phillips. Sandra's sense of humor and laughter brought joy to all who knew her, and she leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family who will dearly miss her.

Sandra was preceded in death by her parents, David and Vivian Ball, Jr., brothers, Jack LaGarde, David Hunt, Clarence Hunt, Rudolph Ball, and Donnis Ball, and her sister, Rudell Parker.

Though she has left this earthly realm, Sandra's spirit will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. Sandra's life was a testament to the power of love, family, and the joy of spreading warmth and happiness through her cooking. She will be dearly missed but forever remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

God Looked around his garden and he found an empty place. He then looked down upon the earth and saw your tired face. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. God’s garden must be beautiful, he always takes the best! He knew that you were suffering he knew that you were in pain. He knew that you would never get well on earth again. He saw the road was getting rough, and the hills were hard to clime.

So he closed your eyes and whispered “Peace be Thine”. It broke our hearts to loose you, but you didn’t go alone for part of us went with you the day God called you home..

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at New Zion Baptist Church, 2319 Third St. in New Orleans, Louisiana, on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 11:00AM. A visitation will be held at the church beginning at 10:00AM. The interment will be private.

To view and sign the online guest book, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com