She was born on February 3, 1942, in Illinois and was the daughter of the late Clyde J. and Ardeth V. McCreedy Putnam.
Sandy was of the Presbyterian faith and was a nurse before retiring.
On May 2, 1965, she married Richard Edward Pennington, who preceded her in death on January 10, 1996.
She is survived by a daughter, Melinda Louise Pennington of Petersburg, VA.
Per her request, there will be no services. She will be laid to rest in Culpeper National Cemetery with her husband.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Valley Association for Independent Living, 3210 Peoples Drive, Suite 220, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 or online at www.govail.org.
Lindsey Funeral Home in Harrisonburg is handling arrangements, condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.lindseyfuneralhomes.com.