SANDRA KAY HOLMES, a resident of Irving since 1963, born September 27, 1935 in Gentry, Missouri, left her heavenly body Tuesday, March 11, 2014. She is survived by her husband, Richard L. Holmes. They married on September 16, 1962 in Saint Louis, Missouri. Also surviving are her sister, Joan King of Illinois; two former exchange students, Morton Hagan of Denmark and Eivinn Euland of Norway; brother and sister-in-law, Ken and Elizabeth Henry of Oregon; and several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Lucille Peter and brother, Russell Peter. Sandy graduated from Central Methodist College with a degree in vocal music. She taught in the St. Louis, Missouri and Irving, Texas School Systems, ending her career as Therapeutic Recreation Director for the Handicapped for the City of Dallas, Texas. Sandy was an active member of the Ambassador Program at DFW Airport and a member of the Irving Chorale. She is a former member of choirs at St. Lukes and Holy Family Catholic Churches in Irving. She is also a previous member of the Dallas Catholic Choir. A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, March 13 at Donnellys Colonial Funeral Home, 606 West Airport Freeway in Irving. Rosary at 8:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 14 at Mater Dei Catholic Church, 2030 East Highway 356 in Irving. Entombment to follow at Calvary Hill Cemetery in Dallas. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Irving Chorale, 3333 North MacArthur Blvd, Irving, TX 75062, Mater Dei Catholic Church, or a charity of your choice.