Patricia Ann Sanford

Patricia Sanford, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on November 6, 2026. She was born on August 4, 1960, and leaves behind a family who loved her dearly and will forever cherish the memories they shared.

Her greatest legacy is the family she leaves behind. She is survived by her husband, Elward Helms; her daughters and sons-in-law, Angela and Paul Conner, and Crystal and Gary Shipman; and her son and daughter-in-law, Harold and Toni Sanford. She also leaves behind five grandchildren: Gabe and Hannah Shipman, Michaela and Roman Henderson, Stephanie and Jeffery Stevens, Alexandria and Josh Hamby, and Sammy Sanford. Her family continues through her nine beloved great-grandchildren.

Patricia is also survived by her three brothers and sister, Tony Seiber, Benny Seiber, John Seiber, and Connie Moody, along with several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Sanford Sr; her mother, Evelyn Seiber; and her father, Ples Seiber.

Patricia’s love for her family will remain a lasting part of the lives she touched. Though her passing leaves an immeasurable emptiness in the hearts of those who loved her, her memory will live on through her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and all those fortunate enough to have known her. She will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 8, 2026, from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM at Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 3:00 PM from the chapel of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home with Paul Conner and Gabe Shipman officiating.

The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Patricia Sanford.