Sandra Faye (Gilliam) Brame, 67, of Pevely, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026.

Sand, as most knew her by, was born on March 4, 1958, in Courtois, Missouri, a daughter of the late Merlin Gilliam and Halie (Blair) Gilliam. She grew up in Belgrade and attended Valley Caledonia School, graduating with the Class of 1976.

On August 3, 1996, Sandy was united in marriage to Michael Brame at the First Church of God of Desloge. Together they shared nearly thirty wonderful years of memories together.

Sandy had a strong work ethic and a desire to continue learning throughout her life. She worked at Brown Shoe Company and later at Walmart for many years. Determined to further her education, she earned her Associate’s Degree from Mineral Area College and went on to work for the State of Missouri Social Services Division as a Secretary.

Faith played an important role in Sandy’s life. In her younger years, she attended the First Church of God in Belgrade, and later attended Bethesda General Baptist Church of Imperial. She deeply loved her church family and found comfort and joy in worship and fellowship.

Sandy was a woman of many simple but meaningful joys. She loved playing the piano at church and crocheting beautiful blankets for her family, each stitch made with love. She enjoyed watching old television shows on VHS tapes she had recorded years ago, reliving fond memories. She treasured late-night conversations and could spend hours talking on the phone with those she loved. Her family meant everything to her.

Sandy also had a special place in her heart for her dogs, loving each one dearly, especially her last beloved companion, Chewy.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Michael Brame; her sister, Sharon “Kay” Jones; her sister-in-law, Mary Gilliam; and her cherished nieces and nephews: Tracey & Travis Saffer, Melissa Gilliam-Kellogg, Gary “TJ” Jones, Jr., Michael & Jaclyn Gilliam, Kari Jones, and Rebecca Jones. She is also survived by many dear cousins and many great-great nieces and nephews, all of whom she loved deeply.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sibling, Avondel “Von” Gilliam; and many aunts and uncles.

Visitation will be held on Friday, February 20, 2026, at DeClue Funeral Home, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 p.m. Interment and final prayers will be held at Caledonia Methodist Cemetery.

DeClue Funeral Home was honored to serve the family of Ms. Brame during this time.

Sandy will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her deep love for family, and the warmth she brought into the lives of those who knew her. She will be dearly missed and forever loved.