Sandra Craft

Sandra Faye Bates Craft passed away on May 18, 2025, at Stonecrest Hospital. Sandra was born on July 25, 1945, to Albert C. & Lucy Mae Bates, who precede her in death. She was raised in North Nashville and Bourdeaux and enjoyed participating in the Kalb Hollow lunches.

She is survived by her son Rick Bates, granddaughter Preslie Bates, sister Carolyn Edwards, and sister-in-law Ann Bates and Becky Bates. In addition to her parents, Sandra is preceded in death by her beloved daughter Tammy, her siblings Betty (Kenneth) Arnold, Jimmy Bates, Curtis Bates, Gene (Trena) Bates, and Richard Bates, as well as brother-in-law Jack Edwards.

Sandra retired from the State of Tennessee after many years of service.

Visitation and service will be held at All Saints Episcopal Church at 1401 Lee Victory Pkwy in Smyrna on Monday, June 2, from 1-4 PM.