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Sandra Keery Russell
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Born on May 5, 1956, Sandra grew up in Weston. She graduated from the Katherine Gibbs School in 1975 and had a successful career as a legal secretary at the firm of Palmer and Dodge in Boston.
In 1984, she married Gordon C. Russell and moved to Wellesley Hills, where she and her husband raised their two children.
Sandra was an active member of the Wellesley community and specifically of the St. John's School, where she spearheaded fundraising events and was most proud of being a dedicated "pizza mom."
She and her family summered on Nantucket, where in 1997, Sandra and her husband founded in the pink, the first Lilly Pulitzer Signature Store. Sandra embodied the spirit of the happy, fun and carefree lifestyle this brand represents. Her efforts led to the expansion from the original Nantucket location to the current eight stores in Massachusetts.
Sandra is survived by her loving husband, Gordon C. Russell, of Wellesley Hills; their beloved children, Gordon B. "Buck" Russell and Jonathan M. Russell; her mother, Constance F. Keery, of Plymouth and St. Croix; her siblings, Lynne K. Ellis and her husband, Keith, of Sagamore Beach, Thomas R. Keery II and his wife, Laura, of Weston, David G. Keery and his wife, Nina, of Newburyport, and Scott E. Keery of Kingston; her brothers-in-law, Benjamin W. Russell of Newburyport, and Winfield P. Russell and his wife, Elizabeth, of Rowayton, Conn. Sandra is also survived by 15 nieces and nephews, whom she loved dearly. Sandra was predeceased by her father, Thomas D. Keery.
Funeral will be held from the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 477 Washington St., (Route 16), Wellesley, on Tuesday, Aug. 12, at 9:30 a.m. Funeral Mass will follow in St. John the Evangelist Church, Wellesley Hills, at 10:30 a.m. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours are Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. Interment will be private in Woodlawn Cemetery, Wellesley.
Donations in Sandra's memory may be made to MitoAction, 14 Pembroke St., Medford, MA 02155-4827, or online at www.mitoaction.org.
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www.gfdoherty.com.
George F. Doherty & Sons
Wellesley
781-235-4100
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Judy Coleman Johnson
September 24, 2008
Dear Gordon,
I did not know or else I would have made sure that I was in attendance at the wake/funeral. I grew up with both of you in the wonderful 70's when our hair was long and smiles wide. I admired and liked Sandra so much. I only wish that I had known her as an adult. My husband Charlie was your barber and I kept up with your lives through those conversational hair cuts!
I am so very sorry for your loss of Sandra. Stay well Gordon.
Fondly, Judy and Charlie
Mike Dowling
August 21, 2008
Gordon, Buck & Jonathon,
We were all saddenened and shocked to hear about Sandra's passing. We will remember her fondly smiling and cheering on Buck at many Indians Little league games.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Mike Dowling and family
Jim Hennessy
August 18, 2008
Gordon, Buck & Jonathan,
I am so sorry! I just heard about Sandra. The happiest days I can remember are with the Russell family on Nantucket. Sandra was a wonderful neighbor and friend, her blue eyes and smile shall always be imbedded in my memory.
Brian Barron
August 13, 2008
Gordon,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have recently suffered a loss and can feel some of your pain. My prayers are with you and your family. Reach out to those around you and do not be alone.
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Betsy Bradley
August 12, 2008
Dear Gordon and all of the Russell/Keery family,
I have so many wonderful memories of 'growing up' with Sandra. Sandra was compassionate in all things, adding pizzazz and laughter to everything we did! She was giving, talented, creative, humble, generous and most of all FUN, always laughing and ready to go at a moment's notice. If there is such a thing as an 'earth angel', she certainly was one and I feel so lucky to have had her in my life.
'In the sweetness of friendship, let there be laughing and sharing of pleasures, for in the dew of little things, the heart finds it's morning and is refreshed'. (Kahlil Gibran)
Sandra was such a wonderful friend. My love and prayers are with you all.
Betsy
Brittany Neitz
August 12, 2008
Dear Gordon-
My deepest sympathies to you and the boys. I will always think so fondly of Sandra as we put those Lilly orders together in the wee hours of the night! She was a wonderful woman and will live in spirit with us all forever. God Bless.
Rita
August 11, 2008
I didn't know Sandra personally. We used to talk by phone and e.mail and she was always so nice with me. My mother worked for her and loved her a lot. She is so sad and couldn't believe in what happened untill she saw her. Wish God can help all her relatives in this sad moment.
Rita (Cleo's daughter).
The Tennant Family
August 11, 2008
Many years have gone by since our childhood. These memories will always be there and never forgotten. Our deepest sympathies and prayers to all the Kerry and Russell families.
Elizabeth Pino
August 11, 2008
I was a colleague of Sandy's at P&D--what a delight! My thoughts and prayers are with all who loved and will miss her. Elizabeth Pino
Carol Hayes
August 11, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Patricia Coote
August 11, 2008
Music, when soft voices die
Music, when soft voices die,
Vibrates in the memory—
Odours, when sweet violets sicken,
Live within the sense they quicken.
Rose leaves, when the rose is dead,
Are heaped for the belovèd's bed;
And so thy thoughts, when thou art gone,
Love itself shall slumber on.
By Percy Bysshe Shelley
The Poetry Foundation
Jayne Sweetser
August 10, 2008
Dear Gordon, Buck and Jonathan,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so very sad for all of you to have lost such an amazing person. Sandra had the most wonderful smile and love for life. May all your beautiful memories help you through each day.
with love, Jayne, David, Katie and Kelley Sweetser
J S
August 9, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived
okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here
is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you
every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up
and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were
gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for
me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's
chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life
on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not
be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But
one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a
time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will
give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day
was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the
way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick
him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in
your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember
you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Tracy Belcher Ash
August 8, 2008
To the Keery Family and the Russell Family my thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember the laughter and the love always.
Tracy Belcher Ash
August 8, 2008
Summer days float by……..
Heavenly Flowers blooming
Sleep well dear Sandra
Much love to the Keerys and Russells
From the Harbison family one and all
Michael Butler
August 7, 2008
Dear Gordon,
I am deeply, deeply sadden in hearing about the passing of Sandra. In sharing my thoughts and feelings, as with all our childhood friends, sister's and brother's, Sandra was a hugh part of all our lives as we grew up together, touching our hearts and feelings in many, many ways. I always remember her as a beautiful human being of exuberate personality matched with Sandra Keery smiles. She was most influently affectionate in kindness, caring and always unselfishly thinking of others. Sandra, with you and your family, will forever be in my family's thoughts and hearts.
Take care,
Mike
Lauren Kantor
August 7, 2008
Gordon,
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Sandra's passing today.I recently lost my brother and understand how painful this must be for you and the boys. Sandra was a lovely, gracious woman, my thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
My best,
Lauren Kantor
Megan Hill
August 7, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Sandra. May you find strength and love in each other during this difficult time. Scott, you were the best younger brother a sister could ask for and I want you to know you are also in my heart and prayers during this difficult time.
flicka andres
August 7, 2008
Dear Gordon and family, I'm sorry I'm unable to be with you all today. You will always have many beautiful moments of love and joy you shared together to carry you through. May our dear Lord,with his tender love, shower you with comfort and peace.Flicka
Kellie Burke
August 7, 2008
Gordon, Buck and Jonathan, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
I send all of you a huge hug.
August 7, 2008
Sandra was a wonderful person and loved by many. May the joy you shared bring you comfort and peace. Your memories will keep her in your hearts for ever.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Marybeth Fox Angeli
Toni Encarnacao
August 7, 2008
Tom, Scott and the Russell Family,
At this time of sadness, wishing you peace. With deepest sympathy.
Toni Encarnacao
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