Sara Marie Albers

Former area resident Sara Marie Albers, 39, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2025, at her home in Branson, MO.

Rosary will be at 10 a.m. and Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, November 4, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Hastings with Father Prageeth Chamara officiating. Burial will be at Parkview Cemetery in Hastings. Visitation will be one hour before the service at the church. Memorials may be given to the family. The service will be live-streamed on Livingston Butler Volland Funeral Home’s website. To view the service, go to Sara’s obituary and click the play button shown toward the bottom of the page. 

Sara was born on March 7, 1986, in Lincoln, NE. On March 10, 1986, she was adopted by Richard G. Jr. and JoAnn (Grote) Randall. She graduated from St. Cecilia High School in 2004. Sara married Jeremy Albers on August 8, 2008, and though they later divorced, they shared many meaningful years together.

Sara worked as a store clerk and was known for her warm heart and generous spirit, she was always willing to help others and found joy in simple, caring acts. She adored her cat, Lil Homie, and loved her children deeply, cherishing every conversation she shared with her daughters. Sara will be remembered for her kindness, her laughter, and the love she gave so freely to those around her.

Sara was preceded in death by her grandparents, Don & Birdeen Grote, Richard Randall Sr., and Dennis Wilson.

SURVIVORS:
Children:
    Caleigh Albers
    Savaeh Albers
    Aaliyah
    Noah
Parents:
    Rick & JoAnn Randall – Hastings, NE
Sister & Spouse:
    Rachel & Nate Blankenship – Lincoln, NE
Niece & Nephews:
    Tatum Allen
    Rennex Blankenship
    Ophelia Blankenship
    Cruz Blankenship
Grandmother:
    Joyce Wilson – Kenesaw, NE
Many Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins