Sandra Randal

Oklahoma, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on March 23, 1941, in Poteau, Oklahoma, to Dorothy Ann

and Wallace Charles Carlisle. Named after her cherished grandmother, Jeanette Holley, she was affectionately known

throughout her life simply as “Sandy,” a name that reflected the warmth and ease she brought to everyone around her.

Sandy was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Ann; her biological father, Wallace Charles Carlisle; her stepfather,

Johnny Dillingham; her husband, Richard Randal; and her beloved son-in-law, Victor Harlan. She is survived by her halfbrother, John Dillingham, and his wife, Leslie; her children, David Carey III and Kristy Harlan; grandchildren, Natasha

Duncan and husband Trevor, Nathan Harlan, and Amy Webb; and her great-grandson, Ajay Duncan.

Sandy spent most of her childhood in Oklahoma City, where she moved with her mother and grandmother. Even as a

young girl, her bright spirit stood out. A second-grade teacher once noted that she was “always happy” and “kind to

others”—a sweetness that remained with her throughout her life. By sixth grade, she had also earned a reputation for

“talking too much,” something her family now remembers with pure affection. Raised in the Methodist church, Sandy

carried her faith with her always.

After graduating from Classen High School in 1959, she married David Carey Jr. in 1961. They welcomed their son,

David, in 1963, and their daughter, Kristy, in 1968. Several years later, Sandy, with her two kids, David and Kristy, found

herself in a one-bedroom apartment where the kids shared a bedroom, and Sandy slept on a foldout bed in the living room.

Sandy was an incredible mother, supporter, and hard worker, and as a young mother she worked tirelessly to provide for

her children. She sacrificed so much to ensure she gave the best she could give for her children. Her son David recounts a

time when Sandy lovingly and selflessly took the time to sit and work with him as he learned to read—a monumental and

memorable moment that represented her care and devotion to her children. Kristy recalls several traditions as they lived

together in this apartment. Saturday morning donut runs and playing tennis on the brick walls of the apartment building

are but two of the lasting memories Sandy made with her daughter. While they didn’t always have much, a special

Saturday treat or some quality time together was always something Sandy would look forward to. As the kids grew older,

her dedication never wavered. Sandy would always find time to pick up her daughter Kristy from her job at Johnnie’s so

she didn’t have to walk home after dark. She also sat bedside with her son David after a bad car accident, helping him

recover and being a steady hand and supporter through difficult times. Her legacy in these moments is one of heart, grit,

and steadfastness—qualities she carried throughout her entire life. Sandy consistently put her children’s needs above her

own, a testament to her driving love for her children.

Sandy’s work ethic carried into her career. In 1971, she began working in the customer complaint department at Hertz,

where she remained for an extraordinary 37 years until retiring in 2008. Her quick wit, sharp attention to detail, and

genuine desire to help others made her stand out in her role. During her early years at Hertz, she joined a work bowling

league—discovering a hobby she came to love and excel at, even as a left-handed bowler.

In December of 1977, Sandy opened a new chapter of her life as she married Richard Randal. Together, one thing they

truly enjoyed was travel. By the mid-80s, Sandy was consistently enjoying trips to San Diego, a place that she absolutely

loved to go. She would stay in a condo and enjoy her time by the beach and going out shopping. Along the trip, she would

often stop in Las Vegas as well, where she happily enjoyed sitting at the slot machines. Amongst traveling, Sandy also

loved her cats, gardening, and of course, fast cars. She was a lifelong animal lover, but her cats always held a special place

in her heart. She had many feline companions throughout her life, and each one she cared for like a true child. Her

gardening was also a pastime she truly enjoyed. You would often find Sandy in the solace of her garden, working

diligently to maintain the beauty of her flowers and plants. Sandy’s love of fast cars manifested its way into her daily life,

as she was known to be a fast driver. It’s hard not to be fast when you always have a foot on the gas pedal!

While Sandy loved to do many things throughout the years, one of her greatest loves was being a grandparent. In 1991,

her granddaughter Natasha was born, and with her arrival came Sandy’s deep joy of being a grandparent. Becoming a

grandparent changed the dynamic of Sandy’s life. She found such joy in that role, and you could see it in every interaction

with her grandchildren. In 1996, her second grandchild, Nathan, was born. It was here that she would adopt the loving

name of “Grammies” or “Grams,” a name she would forever be known by from this point on. Sandy always brought such

joy and life into her grandchildren’s lives. She would often surprise them with weekly Icees from 7/11 and frequent

overnight stays where she spoiled them absolutely rotten. She was a master of cooking little chicken legs, and she always

enjoyed an after-dinner Disney movie with them—usually Free Willy or The Lion King. She pioneered unforgettable

memories of playing Old Maid or The Game of Life, which often led to tears from laughing. She always took her

grandchildren to a Saturday morning movie at the mall where yet another Icee would be bought, and shopping afterward

was a staple of the trip. Sandy’s dry and quick-witted humor always kept things fun and full of surprises, as she loved to

joke with her grandchildren and see them laugh both with her and at her. These traditions would soon become core

memories for her grandchildren, and her love for them is something they will fondly remember forever. Sandy’s impact

on her grandchildren followed her all her life. In 2012, she was proudly chosen to be the Matron of Honor in her

granddaughter Natasha’s wedding. This was a shining high point in her life, as you could see the joy and pride she had in

that moment. Sandy was always so proud of her grandchildren and was especially excited to see where her beloved

granddaughter’s life would take her. This was just a small testament to the lasting impact she had on her grandchildren

and a great tribute to the woman who taught them so many things about life and love.

Amongst the great memories Sandy created, the holidays and celebrations were truly some of the unforgettable ones.

Nothing could beat the smell of a full Thanksgiving spread or the magic of Christmas Day at Sandy’s house. She was

always a selfless giver and provider. Her family loved to spend the day with Sandy and enjoy her wonderful cooking and

her thoughtful gift-giving. Sandy loved these times, and she always looked forward to sharing time with her family,

whether it was a big holiday or simply just a birthday dinner. Sandy always made the most of every moment she had, big

or small, and her contagious laugh, demeanor, and spirit always left everyone with a smile.

Later in life, Sandy lived a hard but dignified and graceful life. She fiercely battled Alzheimer’s for over a decade. Sandy

lived at Brookdale OKC Southwest for the last seven and a half years, and there she found so much to celebrate life with.

Her daughter Kristy was a faithful supporter and made frequent and consistent visits to Sandy. Together they discovered

that Sandy was an incredibly gifted artist. She would draw and color in a way no one knew she could, and it allowed her

to find beauty in her life during an incredibly difficult time. Sandy, with the help of her daughter Kristy, found love for the

little things during this time—whether it was a morning breakfast run to Boomerang Diner, ice cream on a beautiful day,

or perhaps just a conversation on the patio while watching all the fast cars go by. Their adventures together made for great

moments that Sandy was eager to share. Sandy also continued her love for cats, as she had a cat named PeeWee who was

an excellent companion to her in these years.

Through every season of her life, Sandy was a devoted mother, loving grandmother, loyal friend, and faithful follower of

Christ. Even in hardship, she held fast to the words that guided her:

“God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,

courage to change the things I can,

and wisdom to know the difference.”

Her legacy is one of unwavering love, humor, resilience, and the kind of everyday kindness that profoundly shapes the

lives of those fortunate enough to receive it. Sandy will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who loved her.

Visitation will be held at Memorial Park Funeral Home, located at 13313 North Kelley, Oklahoma City, OK 73131, on November 19, 2025, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

The funeral service will take place at the same venue on November 20, 2025, from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

Committal will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, 13313 North Kelley, Oklahoma City, OK 73131, on November 20, 2025, from 3:15 pm to 3:30 pm.