Feb. 27, 1947-Aug. 20, 2023

Our hearts are broken, our house is empty, our minds wander through family times of laughter and sadness. Her husband, Mike and their daughters, Angie and Meredith have witnessed and lived their lives with one of the most beautiful creations God ever made.

Sandra was the daughter of the late James J. Higgins and is survived by her mother, Margaret Isabell Higgins; her devoted husband of 56 years, Michael Claytor; daughters, Angie Claytor of Buena Vista and Meredith Claytor Lantz (Terry) of Greensboro, N.C.; grandchildren, Adam and Olivia Lantz; and brother James “Kenny” Higgins of Greenville, S.C. She is also survived by a niece, Nicole Higgins Setzer (Jason) and their children, Kamryn and Ryleigh; and nephew James Christopher Higgins (Tiffany) and their children James Kenneth and Carrolline.

She was predeceased by a special aunt, Ruth Secrist, and sisters-in-law, Margaret “Susie” Higgins, Anne Claytor Conklin and Sandra Welch Claytor.

Sandra dearly loved her Buena Vista Presbyterian Church family and was a children’s Sunday school teacher. She retired from Modine Manufacturing with 40 years of service.

A memorial service will be held at Buena Vista Presbyterian Church at 2 p.m. on Aug. 23. The family will receive friends in the fellowship hall following the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to Connections Plus Healthcare+ Hospice, 315 Myers St., Lexington, VA 24450.

Arrangements are by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory.