Sandra Louise Ellsworth, born on November 20, 1946, in Winston Salem, NC to Warren G Lakey and Mary L (Gilbert) Lakey, passed away on January 27, 2024, after residing in Hardee County for the past 6 years, having come from Bradenton. She lived a life marked by her involvement in various community activities and her unwavering love for her family and animals.

Sandra was an active member of the Ladies Republican Party and dedicated herself to local sports, supporting not only her children but also her grandchildren. Her love and compassion extended to animals, and she found joy in their company.

Sandra is preceded in death by both of her parents, her daughter Shirley Hurley, brothers Richard Lakey and John Lakey, and sister Mary Lakey. She is survived by her loving husband, Robert C Ellsworth of Wauchula, FL, her sons John Darley (Melisa) of Sarasota, FL, Jimmy E Ellsworth (Sarah) of Tennessee, Wyman Darley (Misty) of Parrish, FL, Deron Hurley of Myakka, Fl., as well as her daughters Crystal Rock (Theron) of Massachusetts and Heather Reaume (Cliff) of Delaware. She is also survived by her sisters Shirley Armel of West Palm, FL, Sharon Lakey of GA, Kathy Lakey of NC, and Barbara Lakey-Foster of NC, along with 17 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service in honor of Sandra's life will be held at Robarts Garden Chapel on February 9, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., with Rabbi Judah Hungerman of Beth Messiah Synagogue and Chaplain Rick Ruano of Vitas Hospice presiding. Sandra's kindness, strength, and love will be deeply missed and cherished by all those whose lives she touched. May she rest in peace. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in Sandra's honor to Satchel's Last Resort Rescue and Sanctuary 8101 Coash Rd, Sarasota, FL 34241 (941) 924-5070 https://satchelslastresort.org