New Castle, PA - Sandra French, 79, of New Castle, passed away Friday, Nov. 28, 2025, at her home.

She was the daughter of the late Everett L. and Betty (Stoner) Minteer. She was born July 16, 1946, in New Castle.

She is survived by her son, Randy French of New Castle, Emily Esposito and Joseph Esposito, who were like her grandchildren; her siblings, David "Butch" Minteer and his wife, Laney, of Conesus, New York, Joyce Esposito and her husband, Robert, of New Castle, Richard Minteer of New Castle, Frank Minteer and his wife, Janet, of New Castle, Debra Clouse and her husband, Jeff, of New Castle and Everett Minteer and his partner, Rick Learn, of Austintown; along with 11 nieces and nephews; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.

She was a 1965 graduate of Laurel High School.

She met and married the love of her life, Norman French, on June 26, 1965. She and Norman had one son, Randy.

Sandra loved to play card games, especially 500. She and Norman enjoyed Southern gospel concerts and, more than anything, spending time with their family.

Sandra was a loving wife, mother, meemaw and sister.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Norman French; and three brothers, Lloyd "Punk" Minteer, Ronald Minteer and an infant brother William Minteer.

Friends may call on the family from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, at Turner-Hyde Funeral & Cremation Services in Ellwood, with a funeral service immediately following at 7 p.m. with Pastor Matthew Bupp officiating.

Interment will be in Harmony Baptist Cemetery in New Castle.

Arrangements entrusted to the Turner-Hyde Funeral & Cremation Services located at 6th and Park in Ellwood City.