Sandra Mae Weidt, 66, of River Falls passed away Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2017, at her home. 

She was born and raised in Albert Lea.

Sandy enjoyed reading and watching western movies. She had a passion for crocheting and made gifts for everyone in her entire family. In 2015, Sandy retired from the Pioneer Press. She loved spending time with her family and loved being a grandmother.

She will be missed by her significant other, Tom Bauerkemper; sons Mark (Darlene) Fegel, Morgan Fegel and Bruce Fegel; daughter, Tammy Richardson; grandchildren Kassadi Richardson, Damien Richardson and Jasmine Richardson; brothers Steve (Carol) Fair and Wess (Gail) Fair; and many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. 

Sandy is preceded in death by her parents Roy and Marvel Fair; and granddaughter, Shayla Fegel. 

A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Bakken-Young Funeral Home, 805 E. Division St. in River Falls, Wisconsin. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services of River Falls.