Sandra Lyn Thruman
September 09, 1938 - November 23, 2013
Obituary
PRESQUE ISLE-Sandra Lyn Thruman, age 75, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013, at home. She was born on Sept. 9, 1938, in Freeport, Ill., the daughter of Raymond and Berniece LeBaron. Sandra married Richard Thruman on Feb. 11, 1953 in Freeport by Sandra’s grandfather, Roscoe LeBaron. She enjoyed going to the Padre Islands and she wintered in Mission, Texas, for over 10 years. Sandra lived on Lake Kegonsa for over 20 years and moved to Presque Isle in 1991. She loved the outdoors and was a nature lover, loving critters and bird watching. She loved getting in the paddle boat on Presque Isle Lake and tooling around the shoreline for special treasures for her beautiful, magnificent yard she adorned with her finds. Sandra’s findings included unique pieces of driftwood and special shaped rocks, which included a heart shaped rock. She absolutely loved the water. Sandra also loved flowers, fishing, and hunting. She enjoyed nature’s treasures and antiquing with her daughter. Sandra loved to spend time with her children and grandchildren. She had a great sense of humor and loved country music and dancing. Sandra is survived by her children, Rae Ann Bender of Stoughton, Rick (Nancy) Thruman of Stoughton, Rich (Becky) Thruman Jr. of Baraboo, and Barry Thruman of Stoughton; brother, Keith (JoAnn) LeBaron; sister, Sue (Dick) Schwartz of Freeport; nephew, the Rev. Brian Lebaron; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and many other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Danny; grandchild, Krista; great-grandchildren, Cassie and Nolan; and brother, Ronnie. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, with the Rev. Brian LeBaron presiding. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 2 p.m. until the time of service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Domestic Abuse Intervention Services (DAIS), P.O. Box 1761, Madison, WI 53701. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Dr.
(608) 221-5420
Events
Visitation
Sat Dec 7, 2013 @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Service
Sat Dec 7, 2013 @ 4:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Dee/Cookie Euler
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Heaven has a very special angel, now. You were a great aunt and I love you for it. You always made me feel special when I was a kid.....How I enjoyed spending that weekend with you, back when you lived in Stoughton......especially when we went shopping....Such fun.....My kids loved the lake and fishing. You always had the right technic when it came to fishing.....Thanks for the happy times of past perfect. I'll see you again, in Heaven. For now, I will look for you in the clouds.
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teresa
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Oh Gramma......Miss U So Much. Give Danny Tight Hugs For Us!
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Rae Ann
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My heart aches terribly for you Mama.
I know the Lord, and your son Danny awaited and welcomed you with open arms.
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Melinda
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Miss you so much grandma. So glad you were able to come to Konnors bday partt and meet the 2 grandsons you didnt even know yet. Wish we would have been able to visit this past summerand previous years. The older kids loved it so much there. Rest in peace grandma.
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Mikaela
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Miss you and love you, Grandma. Will keep you close to my heart, always. I am so grateful for your visit just a couple weeks before. One last hug. One last "I love you." & the photos... they mean everything. R.I.P. Grandma
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Rae Ann
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My last happy hour with Mama