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Sanford MENDELSON Obituary

Name: Graveside service for Sanford MENDELSON
Start: 2021-07-05T17:00:00.000Z
Location: Beth Abraham Cemetery

MENDELSON, Sanford "Sandy"

Age 77, of Dayton, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 3, 2021. Sandy was a graduate of Meadowdale High School and served in the US Army. He enjoyed boating, travel and spending time in Florida. His life's passion was his business Mendelson's and his devotion to the City of Dayton. Sandy was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Ida

Mendelson. He is survived by his loving wife, Bonnie; son

Harlan Mendelson; daughter Heather (Robin Lensch)

Goodrich; grandchildren, Zach, Sofie and Cate; twin brother, Barry (Anne) Mendelson; sister, Marlene (Terry) Pinsky; brother, Bruce (Rita) Mendelson; brother-in-law, Ben (Ellen)

Neiman; in-laws, Tom and Darlene Lensch; many nieces, nephews and friends, and his four legged "girlfriend" Fifi. A graveside service will be held Monday, 1:00 PM, at Beth Abraham Cemetery, 1817 W. Schantz Avenue. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Glickler Funeral Home handling arrangements.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Jul. 4, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Sanford MENDELSON

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29 Entries

Ken Betz

June 28, 2025

When passing near the Dragon´s ballpark, I marvel at how your vision for the future has materialized. You were ahead of your time in so many ways.
I will always remember you my friend.

Tom & Darlene

June 28, 2023

We can not believe it has been a year already that you left us remiss you so much

Ryan Manns

January 28, 2023

Condolences to the Family of Sandy I worked for him in 2011 down at the store in Downtown I enjoyed the work and his energy may god Wrap his arms around the family during this time.

Gail Siebler Shaman

October 15, 2021

I just heard of Sandy's passing. What a huge loss to your family and the City of Dayton. Sandy always had time to stop and chat when he ran into Skip DT or in Springboro. He always referred to you as "Skip's girlfriend." Sandy's chats were never short. That is part of what made him Sandy. I lost my Skip on August 17, 2020. I visit him frequently at a small cemetary in Montgomery. He loved seeing you both at the annual Christmas Party and especially when they announced his retirement. It was a very proud moment for Skip. I hope you are well and enjoying your family.

RANDY D GROVER

July 29, 2021

My condolences, Sandy was a good man and full of energy. I have so many memories of Mendelson's down town. Sandy is a huge part of them. He was a good boss to me and especially my dad Sandy. My dad was Little Sandy and Sandy Mendelson was big Sandy. Or M1 Your big personality will be forever remembered by many and many many thanks for all you did for Dayton. You are missed Sandy,

Willis Bing Davis

July 15, 2021

Dear Bonnie and family. My condolences to you, Harlan, Heather, and the rest of the family. Sandy and I had had a sincere and close friendship since he was a student at Colonel White High School.
He grew, but never changed. I considered him one of my closest friends in Dayton and looked forward to seeing him. He was a special individual and I will always remember him and your family's support of me and my efforts to serve youth and the community.
Love and respect,
Willis Bing Davis.

Mike Bader (former employee)

July 10, 2021

My condolences to Harlan and Heather and the rest of the family. I worked in the eBay store for Harlan. I enjoyed Sandy's enthusiasm for selling products. His joy for life was incredible. The Downtown Dayton area owes a great amount to Sandy. God bless...

Sherry Tschudin

July 9, 2021

Bonnie, I was so sad to learn Sandy had suddenly passed away. There are so many emotions and memories of our times together. Please know you & your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Hans has been gone 5 years yesterday, July 8 and would love to share memories of our earlier times together. Sending much love and strength. Sherry

Debra Miller Vignocchi

July 8, 2021

My deepest condolences to the entire family on your loss.

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Harry and Bonnie Burke

July 7, 2021

Bonnie our thoughts are with you and your family. I just now heard about Sandy. He was a great guy ..so many great river memories. Our prayers and thoughts are with you....so very sorry for your loss. Bonnie and Harry Burke

Bea Cowan´s kids, Karen Andi, Nita, Pete & Kevin.

July 6, 2021

Bonnie & all the Mendelson´s,
We have great memories of all of you.
A very difficult time.
Our thoughts are with you.
Love , the Cowan Clem.,

Jeff Styahl

July 6, 2021

I have been business partners with Sandy for 35 years. Actually 35 years this December at Parts Express.

I could not have asked for a better business partner than Sandy. He has always been there when I needed him whether I needed business advice, advise on a deal, or even loading or unloading a truck back in the day... but he has always been "available"

Sandy and I spent a lot of time together over the years especially on buyout deals. When it came to "the-art-of-the-deal" Sandy was one of the smartest people around. Sandy loved making great buyout deals and going to auctions. I always loved how passionate he was and how much fun he had doing them and how much I enjoyed working with him on them.

Now, being in business with Sandy wasn´t always easy. As you can imagine...we didn´t always agree on everything, but I always respected his opinion and he respected mine.

Sandy and I were not only business partners, we were also very good friends. And as many of you can attest, if you were a friend of Sandy Mendelson, you know that you could always depend on him if you needed help. He was a person that a LOT of people depended on over the years and I think he should be proud of the legacy that he is leaving behind.

Sandy was a hard-working, honest, respected, and dependable man, but above all he was loyal to his family and friends and he is going be greatly missed by all of us.
Rest in peace my friend.

Roxanne Gross

July 5, 2021

Bonnie, Heather and Harlan:
I am so very sorry to hear about Sandy. He will truly be missed by Dayton and surrounding cities! I am so glad that I was able to be a small part of Dayton history by working with and for Sandy! I can still see him bopping around on his scooter, up one aisle and down another!
Rest in Peace, Sandy! You deserve it, young man!!

ESL ELECTRONICS

July 5, 2021

My deepest condolences to you and your family. Your father was truly an incredible person, and his loss is felt deeply threw all the electronics people and everyone at Dayton Hamvention

Scott Strasburger

July 5, 2021

Growing up the the 1980´s in Dayton Sandy Mendelson was a household name. My professional career of banking led me to him and his family. I have had the privilege of meeting the entire family except for his beloved "fifi" which he brought up on more than one occasion : ) . Sandy was blessed with this wonderful family on top of his financial accomplishments. Although an undeniable astute business man Sandy had a huge heart and truly cared not only about his family but the City of Dayton and those closest to him. This showed through all the way to the end when Mendelson´s had to close it doors early this year only because the real estate value had surpassed the value of Sandy´s enterprise due to do how recent times / buying patterns have prevailed. It has been a professional and personal privilege to get to know Sandy and his family. My Father passed earlier this year due to Covid and albeit he was older, in so many ways had the the business acumen that approached that of Sandy´s. Both significant influences in my life. On multiple occasions I was able to spend significant time with Sandy and I feel truly understood him given my background. What an incredible story and a wonderful man and family. Rest In Peace Sandy.......

Jon W Carr

July 5, 2021

Definitely a true icon of Dayton and will be sorely missed by many. My condolences to the family

Pamela Chambers

July 5, 2021

Sandy will live on in the hearts of many. Thank you for giving and caring for the Dayton community. Love, hugs, and comfort for Sandy's family and friends.

Steve Perkins - Reynolds and Reynolds

July 5, 2021

So sorry to hear of Sandy´s passing. I have gotten to know him over the past several years and he was a fantastic person and great businessman. Prayers to the family. He will be missed!

Wesley Morris

July 5, 2021

Many condolences to the family. I only knew Sandy for a short time. We wern't close but I had a few good conversations with him. Sandy was "Old School" before Old School was cool. I'll miss him and wish the best to the family.

Tim Adam

July 5, 2021

My deepest Sympathy to Bonnie, Harlan and Heather.
Sandy was a neighbor, employer, and friend. Rest in peace.

Lynda Suda

July 5, 2021

I will miss hearing Sandy's stories about downtown Dayton when he'd stop by my office to visit me at the 2nd Street Market. He was an essential part of the downtown revitalization. It won't be the same without him as the Market's neighbor. We send our deepest condolences to the Mendelson family. Rest in Peace, Sandy.
Sincerely,
Lynda Suda & the staff of
2nd Street Market

Lynda Suda

July 5, 2021

I will miss hearing Sandy's stories about downtown Dayton when he'd stop in and visit me at the 2nd Street Market. He was an essential part of the downtown revitalization. It won't be the same without him as the Market's neighbor. Our deepest condolences to the Mendelson family. Rest in Peace, Sandy.

Ken Betz

July 5, 2021

Sandy,
You dedicated your life to your family and your community. You were a visionary and a lifelong friend whom I will miss. Your generosity to our community will be remembered by all. Rest In Peace

Bob Maureen lipps

July 4, 2021

He will be missed by Bob and Maureen lipps.