Sandy Allison

Sandy Allison, 78, of Columbus, died at 2:00 a.m. on January 5, 2026 at Our Hospice of South Central Indiana. She was born January 27, 1947 in Beech Grove, Indiana, the daughter of Carl Melvin Dooley and Mildred Helena (Lawson) Dooley. She married Kenneth “Jim” James Allison on April 3, 2022. Sandy was a devoted member of Flintwood Wesleyan Church, serving faithfully on the church board for over 40 years and touching countless lives through her counsel, kindness, and unwavering support. She had a lifelong love of music, singing professionally in San Francisco and Los Angeles before returning to Indiana to share her gift through gospel music. Sandy cherished playing cards with her church friends, hosting visitors and friends in her home, and offering guidance and encouragement to women and people alike. She also loved spending time cruising the country roads with her beloved husband, Jim. Her warmth, generosity, and joyful spirit left a lasting mark on everyone who knew her. The funeral service for Sandy will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 9, 2026 at Flintwood Wesleyan Church with Pastor Wes Jones officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Thursday, January 8, 2026 at the church. Burial will be held at Garland Brook Cemetery. Sandy is survived by her husband, Jim Allison; step-children, James Kenneth Allison of Martinsville, Rebekah (Justin) Goff of Indianapolis, and Wendy Cowger of Hot Springs, Arkansas; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces, and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Mildred Dooley. Services were entrusted to Jewell Rittman Family Funeral Home. You are invited to light a candle or send a message to the family.