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Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 8:00 PM

Obituary -- Sandra Patricia Moreno Trotter

June 15, 1974 – September 22, 2022
Obituary -- Sandra Patricia Moreno Trotter
Sandra Trotter

Sandra passed away unexpectedly on September 22, 2022.  She was born in Cosamaloapan, Veracruz, Mexico to Victoria Gomes Gallardo and Josafat Moreno Torres of San Andres Tuxtla, Veracruz, Mexico.  Sandra moved to Fallon at 16 in 1991 and worked many different jobs including cleaning, child care and harvesting crops.  She learned English and attended Churchill County High School, got her GED and enjoyed attending Western Nevada College. 

Sandra met her husband, Ben, in 1995 when she waited tables on the night shift at Jerry’s Restaurant and when he got distracted from his workouts to talk to her at the daycare in the old 4-Way-Fitness Center.  They married in October 1996 and the marriage ceremony was held in June 1997.  Sandra worked many years as a personnel manager in the old Walmart and worked for the School District for over fifteen years. 

She loved Jesus, loved to dance, loved to smile and laugh, took great pride in working hard and helping others, and was a wonderful and involved mother of her two daughters, Kyla and Ashby.  They were the highlight of her life.  She departed this life far too soon and is sorely missed.  She will always be in the hearts of those who knew and respected her and loved the beam of sunshine she brought with her wherever she went.  

She is survived by her husband and daughters, her father and mother, and her four siblings, Doris and Lourdes (North Carolina), Victoria (Mexico), and Josafat (Texas), as well as, numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. 

In lieu of flowers, the Trotter family asks donations be made to Logos Christian Academy of Fallon, NV.  

Services will be held on Saturday,  December 10, 2022, at 11:00 AM at Christian Life Center, 1435 Kaiser St., Fallon, NV.

 


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Hannah 09/29/2022 08:03 PM
Sandra was a lady who lit up the room! I am so blessed to have met the lady who was such an amazing partner for my cousin and a wonderful mom to those precious daughters. This sweet family will remain in my prayers.

Jediah and Eliza Lane 09/29/2022 05:54 PM
Our sincerest condolences to the Trotter family. They will be in our prayers.

Wendy Trotter 09/27/2022 07:21 PM
Sandra was an amazing woman, who I am proud to have known and loved. Her legacy of strength, kindness, and beauty live on through her brilliant daughters and her best friend and husband, Ben. Love you Sandra, and miss you so much.

Sandy Shanks 09/27/2022 03:49 PM
My sincere condolences to the Trotter family.

Colleen Beam 09/27/2022 02:04 PM
Praying that the Lord will wrap your family in His loving arms, and shower you all with His tender mercies, which are new every morning. I'm so incredibly sad for your loss.

Rowena Garcia 09/27/2022 11:34 AM
Sandra was a lovely, caring, and kind person. She helped raise two amazing girls who have become lovely women. She is loved and will be missed.

Resident of Fallon 09/27/2022 05:06 AM
This is such a tragedy, my deepest condolences to the grieving family. You will be in my prayers.

Linda Hartweg 09/26/2022 10:42 PM
I always knew her to be a beauty both inside and out. If we ran into each other in a store, I always got a warm, friendly hug. God rest her soul and comfort her family. Linda Hartweg

Rowena Garcia 09/26/2022 08:47 PM
Sandra was lovely, quick to laugh, and kind. She helped raise two amazing girls who have become equally lovely women. She is loved and will be missed.

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Comment author: Jane HiattComment text: I just adored this man and his kindness and calm manner. I remember doing live interviews on KVLV when I sang with the Lahontan Valley Concert Choir and wanted to get the word out to the public on our performances in the valley. Since 1972, Mike and Dee have been among my most treasured friends. I will certainly miss him knowing he isn't there anymore.Comment publication date: 2/16/25, 8:34 AMComment source: Obituary - Joseph Marvin “Mike” McGinnessComment author: KelliComment text: I'd use firm. Press it for a bit (drain and put a plate on top) to squeeze out some of the moisture. Then crumble it up and add instead of the chorizo.Comment publication date: 2/15/25, 12:34 PMComment source: What’s Cooking in Kelli’s Kitchen - Cheesy Green Chile Bean BakeComment author: James SmackComment text: Sorry to hear about Mike, and thank you for sharing your memories. While I did not know him as well, I have to echo the community and especially his family have lost a great man.Comment publication date: 2/14/25, 9:37 PMComment source: Captain's Log - The People Who Make UsComment author: Derk PalfreymanComment text: I started as an outrider on his July wagon train in 1980. Dean had me dive a four up on the September train that same year. In 1981 I spent a week working as a swing outrider when he ran his famous 20 up in the Carson City parade. He taught me how to hitch and drive multiple teams. We had a great relationship and never a crossword. I will always appreciate his patience and great sense of humor. Sincerely Derk PalfreymanComment publication date: 2/13/25, 8:53 AMComment source: Obituary - Dean Calkins
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