Sandra M Disch
March 16, 1955 - March 03, 2014
Obituary
MADISON-Sandra M. “Sandy” Disch, age 58, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2014, at home, after a two-year struggle with illness. She was born on March 16, 1955, in Madison, the daughter of Richard and Mavis (Gillingham) Disch. Sandy graduated from LaFollette High School in 1974 and later graduated from MATC with her nursing degree. She worked for Oscar Mayer Foods for 10 years and 25 years as a registered nurse for St. Mary’s Hospital. Sandy enjoyed waterfalls, traveling, wilderness, the ocean, dogs, cats and Olbrich Botanical Gardens. She is survived by her daughter, Kim (Fiance, Jason Natcone) Disch-French; step-daughter, Amy Nyland; two grandchildren, Skyler and Yamir; sister, Ramona (David) Arneson; brother, Stephan Disch; her dog, Frodo; her cat, Baby; and nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents. Memorial Service will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m., on Thursday, March 6, 2014. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service on Thursday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Olbrich Botanical Gardens. “To know even one life is breathed easier because you have lived, this is to have succeeded.” Waldo Emerson. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Events
Visitation
Thu Mar 6, 2014 @ 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Service
Thu Mar 6, 2014 @ 11:00 AM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Memories
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Jennifer Kloppenburg
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I worked with Sandy at St. Mary's hospital. She was one of those seasoned nurses I looked up to, who helped us newer nurses with all of her experience and knowledge. I remember for Sandy's 25th anniversary at St. Mary's we threw her a yummy fondue party that she seemed to really enjoy. She loved her fruit and cheese so we had lots of that. :) I remember Sandy reading her books when she had downtime at work (which wasn't often). She liked talking about her travels, her favorite TV shows, and her beloved grandkids. I was sad to hear of Sandy's passing but was happy to hear she was at home with hospice. My condolences to all her family and friends. Rest in peace, Sandy, and thank you for helping me become a stronger nurse.
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Jill Nyland
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Rest in Peace Sandy. I'm sorry to see you go. You will be missed.
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Marge Raemisch
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Goodbye dear friend, willing coworker and excellent nurse, It's been a pleasure and honor to have known you! Marge Raemisch
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Mary Dorsey
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Sandy my friend, I will miss you so much. I have loved you since the day we met. You were always so brave and kind. How many miles do you think we walked up and down Monona Drive? You said we were teasing the boys but I was enjoying your company. Remember our little adventure when we took off for the weekend? We had to spend the night at the Chicago bus station. We wanted to wander around outside but the guard wouldn’t let us leave. Now that you are an angel you will be watching over silly teenage girls. Even though we were separated by miles we were never apart. I am so happy I got to visit with you last month. You will always be in my heart. I love you.
Mary and Richard Dorsey
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Leah Young Weiss
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I can't believe it's been 10 years since we worked together but I still considered you my friend, even if only on FB. You've touched so many people and made several lives easier over the course of your career just by being so sweet, unassuming . kind and skilled. You are respected among your peers and a credit to the profession. While you will be missed here on Earth, you will fit in well in Heaven. RIP
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Mike Disch
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Steve and Ramona (and Sandy's family): My condolences on Sandy's passing. I didn't know she was
ill. But then it's been a while since any of us has connected. I heard about this Tuesday from
Cousin Gordy and passed the word to all my siblings. I plan on attending the visitation and memorial so I'll see you then. In the meantime best wishes to all and to Sandy's Family. I regret that I didn't know her much any more, but I remember her from childhood, and from when I ran into her from time to time at local music festivals. Hard to believe she's gone.
Cousin Mike (Disch)