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Laura B
May 30, 2023
Glad for the reminder and to take time and remember Sandy. I am now in my mid 50's and at my recent dr visit, they commented, 'wow, your skin is amazing!' and it is 100% due to Sandy who selflessly helped me in so many ways back then and everyday. I lost my horse unexpectedly in March and I know he is now with Sandy and his steed.
Laura B
May 27, 2021
It's nice to receive these reminders about Sandy. I knew him when I was having skin challenges and he transformed how I felt about myself with just a couple sessions. I was also taken by him and his love for his horse who also passed suddenly. At least they are back together!
Anne and Peter Valentine
May 28, 2020
Peter and I were just talking about Sandy last week since our grandson Max and his husband John are moving to San Francisco in a few weeks. We remember carpooling Sandy and JoAnne and our daughters Karyn and Lauren to and from Sharey Tefilo and what a funny kid Sandy was with such a deep voice. Our thoughts are with all of you
Ray Catuda
September 4, 2016
It is 2016 now when I hear this news. Last I had seen Sandy was in 2006, shorty before he died. But I had an accident later and became wheel chair bound, hence I lost touch.
Sandy and I dated while I was in college. I traveled to SF every weekend to see him. At the time he was interning with USF and Cal Pacific. 24 hour shifts.
He was such a hard worker, oh and funny! He was always wondering why everything in California was "SAN." As in San Francisco, San Diego, San Joe, San Rafael...
Hard to go on but I will say, gone to soon and I wish I could have made that call to you Sandy. When I when to Google to find out where you were.
Linda (Kaufmann) Marucci
April 3, 2009
I went to high school with Sandy and just heard the news from a mutual friend. I am stunned and so saddened. I am sorry I didn't get to see the wonderful man he became, but even as a teenager he was a wonderful human being whom I will never forget. He was funny, sensitive, bright and oh so creative. I don't think I would have gotten through high school math without Sandy! He patiently explained all the concepts better than any of the teachers & even invented new method to work out problems (he called them "Schnoll formulas") to help me and another friend of ours get through math class.
Rest in Peace, Sandy.... I guess heaven needed another angel.
Andrew Cirner
December 28, 2008
My dear friend Sandy, I miss you so much. I was going through some things as I recently moved and was unpacking. I came upon a picture of us at the beach in San Francisco from 2003. I remember how we used to workout together at the gym, I remember how you made me laugh, you had such a good sense of humor. I loved you buddy, more then you will ever know. God, I really wish I had you here to say, I made it through PA school, and I selected dermatology. I will forever remember you asking me to be a subject for silicone injections. It took forever to do because we laughed and I could not stop giggling. You had such a gift, and such a beautiful soul. You will always come to mind, you are in my thoughts, I can still see your brown eyes, and your great smile. Rest my friend, and I will see you again in heaven.
ZAID JISAN JAMINDHAR
March 11, 2008
mr. ABDUL RAZAK KOLLIKATHARA,, I WANT TO CONTACT.....HE IS A NICE PERSON, I MISSED HIM,, I WANT TO GET HIM BACK
hussein abdullatif
November 22, 2007
I arrived from Jordan in 1989 and Sandy was the third year medical student at Emory when I was his intern and resident and later, roommate in Atlanta. We soon became great friends. Then I kept on moving deeper in the south and he moved to San Fran. Today, I decided to google Sandy to see where he is and sadly discovered his passing. I am so sorry to hear about the loss. I truly loved Sandy and I send my greatest sympathies to his mother and sisters.
Michael Acabado
September 9, 2007
Sandy is a terrific friend whom I will always admire for his sincerity, passion for life and ever flowing energy of staying focus with his business enterprise. It took courage to write this since I am still healing from my lost of a true friend. Sandy, I wish for your ever lasting hapiness.
Abdul Razak Kollikathara
August 27, 2007
Dear Sandy, I just came to know and I can't stop crying. Having not seen you online for a very long time I just did a search. Eventhough we have been mostly online friends, we have shared about each others a lot. You were emotionally a brother to me. I miss you Sandy.
You have told me you really have prayed for me at your temple when I was going through a critical time. I haven't been to mosque for a long time but I'll this week to pray for you Sandy. I wish you can be back. I will always miss you my dear.
Andrew Sturner
August 15, 2007
I was saddened last night when I learned of Sandy’s passing. My wife is an ’87 Emory graduate and she saw a memoriam in her 20 year reunion invite. Sandy and I were friends growing up in NJ and lost touch over the years. My sincerest condolences to Sandy’s family and friends. I have so many wonderful childhood memories with Sandy. Who would have thought that so many of life's lessons about trust and friendship could have been learned so young playing poker (of all things).. the joys of eating stuffed potatoes.. lazy days spent hanging out at Reservoir and Grunnings… eating sloppy joes at Town Hall Deli with Dierdra… Late nights hanging out with great music and great friends... Henry, Zina, Ish, Jonny, Jeff, Dierdra, Karen, Amy, Brian and the rest of the gang. Sandy will be missed by all.
Jonathan Tiersten
June 28, 2007
Sandy and I went to highschool together. I guess you could say we were kindred spirits. His sister was an actress and I was an actor. I remember when he got his Camaro from his dad with his name painted on the side. He drove way too fast. We were suspended from Hebrew school together(who does that?). We lost touch after college and that is always so sad to me. He really was one of the special ones. I always thought we would reconnect. My sincerest condolences to his family, especially his mom who was always so kind to me. I think of him everyday. JT
HENRY CRUZ
May 16, 2007
I just found out his passing away yesterday when I went in for my appointment at his clinic at the Fillmore. I was so shocked and really cant believe he is gone. He will truly be missed. My prayer goes to his family and loved ones, may you find comfort and healing in this time of pain and sadness.
Sharon J
April 27, 2007
I found out only two weeks ago,quite by accident, that Sandy had passed away. I am an RN, and worked with Sandy when he was a resident in dermatology @ NYU. I knew he was special, even then. And you can tell by the comments in this guestbook, that he touched many hearts.I know it's almost a year later, but I would not have felt complete if I didn't express my heartfelt sympathy to Sandy's family and friends.
Laura Burkhart
September 28, 2006
I am still in shock Sandy is gone. Through my years going to his office/Aneu, I learned of his family in NJ, his new ventures, and our shared love for riding. He was brilliant at his work and what he did for my skin changed my life. Thank you Sandy, you are missed dearly.
Tom Mannarelli
September 9, 2006
I really miss Sandy so much. We have been friends for nearly 20 years and I just still can't believe he's gone. I don't think a day passes where something happens and I don't think of Sandy and how we would have laughed together. He had such a great sense of humor. Ugh... don't know what else to say except that I miss him dearly. My heart goes out to all those who grieve, his many friends and his family, especially his mother who he always talked about.
Markham Miller
August 3, 2006
Dr. Schnoll was indeed a special human being and doctor. I am so saddened by this tragic news. He was a great man with a wonderful sense of humor. This is such a huge loss to San Francisco, the medical profession and the numerous friends and family members that adored him. Peace!
Rene Biba
August 1, 2006
From reading all the other entries, it sounds like Sandy was a great friend and caring doctor. My family lived next door to him on Stanyan St. for several years and I can say that he was also a kind and helpful neighbor. We will miss seeing Sandy and extend our deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
Jater Wang
July 7, 2006
I shock and sad to hear Mr.Sanford sudden away , I come from china , I am his business partner ,even though we didn't have a meeting , I feel he is a very kind man , I miss him forever !
Regina Feltman
July 5, 2006
I too, in calling to make a regular appointment, heard the shocking news. I am devastated as he was such a wonderful man. I so looked forward to my appointments as we would laugh about New Jersey, our home state, and my obsession with my skin. He was wonderful and I will be sick today at the thought of him being gone. My heart opens to his family and dear friends. I am so terribly sorry for our tragic loss.
Ben Herman
June 29, 2006
I was a longtime patient of Dr. Schnoll and am saddened to learn he is gone. He was considerate, understanding, and an excellent doctor, who I will miss greatly.
Kevin Shine
June 28, 2006
Sandy. There is hardly a moment that goes by that I do not think of you. It keeps me awake at night wondering if you will call. One bit of comfort is knowing that I have your family and friends that share a similar pain and that I can talk to. We will get together to share stories and celebrate your life. Sometimes we will laugh. Sometimes we will cry. We will never forget you. I love you.
Rob Martin
June 21, 2006
Sandy was a physician, but he was also an artist. He was interested in my career as a producer/ director and we would talk for hours about our history and how daily life could manifest in a writer's creations. The last we spoke he assured me that tough times in life always became amazing stories...I'll carry that knowledge forever - Trust your struggle; create with the hand you are dealt...I'll miss you Sandy
Gabriela
June 18, 2006
I am very, very sorry for the loss of Dr. Schnoll. He was truly kind and compassionate man, who offered his patients his concern, amazing insight and brilliance. He was so kind to me, and I will remember him fondly. He really touched a lot of lives, he will be missed terribly.
Daniel Berkowitz
June 18, 2006
I am still in shock on hearing of Sandy's death just yesterday. I am very saddened and sick at heart by this news.
"Dr. Schnoll" was a good, kind, enormously generous and caring person. He was also a very good doctor.. the two don't always go together.
He left us far too soon. I hadn't seen him much at all in the last year which makes his sudden passing even more of a shock.
I connected with Sandy in many ways including our Jersey roots and his love of horses.. which i hadn't known about until he went out and bought a Morgan (a lovely horse breed). The strange and sad irony is that our last conversation a little over a year ago was about the horse's death. He seemed very sad when he told me the news.
I also have a wonderful memory of talking to his mother "Sonny," here on a vist from New Jersey when we bumped into each other on a mutual walk to the Metreon to catch a movie. I have lots more memories that I will hold dear.
The phrase 'cherish every day' sounds so trite, but when someone so young and so special dies so suddenly the phrase becomes oh so true.
My deepest heartfelt condolences to his loving family and his many dear friends and colleagues.
Rob Stewart
June 18, 2006
I am sad to learn of Dr. Schnoll's death. He was my doctor for over 8 years and provided care with warmth, humor and competence. I will miss him! My sympathy to his family, to all his friends and to his patients.
Amy Kaufman
June 18, 2006
I'm shocked and saddedned to hear about Sandy's sudden passing. I grew up with Sandy in South Orange, NJ and attended 6th grade through 12th grade with him. Sandy was a wonderful, bright, funny kid who everybody loved. I'm sorry I didn't have the pleasure to know him as an adult. The world has experienced a great loss. My deepest sympathy.
Sandy, John Cello, James Rogers and Tony Acquaviva
June 17, 2006
Katrena & John Meyer & Family
June 16, 2006
My family is deeply saddened at this sudden loss of our doctor and friend. Dr. Schnoll was admired by my children whom he treated for a number of years. He was the best in his field and will be greatly missed.
Barry Wolpa
June 15, 2006
I just called the office to make my regular appointment. . .I'm jsut in shock. What a tragic loss.
Jen Faith, RN
June 15, 2006
Dr. Schnoll was kind, pleasant, smart, inspiring and fun to be around. I admired his work ethic as his employee in 1999, and recently became one of his patients. He was the best dermatologist I've ever known. I'm grateful for the insights he shared. He will be missed.
Shari Sacks
June 15, 2006
I am stunned and heartsick to hear of "Sandy's" passing. As one of his patients, he was always Dr. Schnoll...but always warm, helpful and kind. I cannot even begin to imagine how his family and close friends are able to bear their grief. My deepest and most heartfelt condolences.
Cheryl Merrill
June 14, 2006
I just heard the news when I called Aneu for an appointment with Dr. Schnoll. I am in shock and can hardly believe he's gone. I was impressed with Dr. Schnoll for what a genuinely good man he was. He shared a lot with me about his life and business during laser skin sessions. He was a very kind man. I am shocked to hear he is gone. He deserved better then to die so young after getting to the point of so much success he had worked hard all of his life to attain. May he rest in peace and especially for his outstanding service to others.
Stan Yantis, MD
June 12, 2006
I cannot adequately express the degree of sorrow and pain that I feel with the loss of Sandy, my sweet, brilliant, adorable young friend and colleague.
I hope that Sandy knows how much he was loved and will be missed by everyone whose life he touched.
My deepest sympathy goes out to his wonderful, loving family and to all of his friends.
Sandy, you will always have a special place in my heart, and I will never forget you.
John Cello
June 12, 2006
Sandy was a totally delightful,charming gentleman who happened also to be a brilliant and caring clinician. His service to the University of California, San Francisco will be sorely missed by students, residents, fellow faculty, and above all, patients. His friends will miss a sweet and loving companion.
James Rogers
June 12, 2006
Sandy will be dearly missed.
Robert Martin and Sandy
June 12, 2006
philip Beckerman
June 10, 2006
Dr.Schnoll will truly be missed by his many patients and friends. He was a truly capable and insightfull physician.
Todd Snyder
June 10, 2006
Sandy was my sophmore advisor at Emory my freshman year and a friend throughout college. I always found him extremely kind and one of the most intelligent people I ever met. I deeply regret to hear of his passing and send warmest sympathies to family and friends. It is truely a great loss. Todd Snyder, MD Charleston, SC
Jason Perez
June 10, 2006
I met Sandy over ten years ago in New York while he was in residency, before he discovered and fell in love with San Francisco. During difficult times, he listened and helped. I feel a bright light has gone out. Sandy, New Years in New York will never be the same.
Jean-Pierre Lahondere & Quinn Murphy
June 9, 2006
We were very saddened to learn of Sandy's passing.
I will always remember Sandy as a generous person, with a great sense of humor.
He will be missed by many.
Our thoughts are with his family and friends.
Michael Treptow
June 8, 2006
Sandy was my dermatologist for a great many years, he was a wonderful and caring doctor and I will miss his smile and wamrth a great deal. My thoughts and prayers are with his close friends and family at this difficult time.
Dan Gretler
June 8, 2006
Sandy was a close friend. He was smart, witty, generous and always there for his friends during difficult times. And he had the greatest sense of humor.
I miss you so much Sandy. Rest in peace.
Dan
joan pine
June 6, 2006
I adored Sandy and will miss him on a daily basis -my heart goes out to his family-with all my love to those he so dearly loved and left behind - joan
Michael Woo
June 6, 2006
Sandy was one of my first friends in San Francisco. He eventually became my trusted dermatologist as well. Life simply won't be the same. He truly offered a unique perspective on life. He will truly be missed.
Sandy enjoying his favorite food!
June 6, 2006
Beth Pine
June 6, 2006
Sandy was my little brother. He was the most lovable, generous and smartest person I will ever know. A little piece of me died with him.
Rest in peace, Sandy. I love you and will miss you always.
Jay Reinberg
June 3, 2006
I was deeply saddened to learn of Sandy's passing. We spent many long hours studying together in college. He was one of the kindest and smartest people I had the honor of knowing. My condolences to his family and friends. I will miss him.
Eileen Davis
June 2, 2006
I only have the best memories of Sandy. With love & friendship,
Eileen (Spielberg) Davis
Mitchell Fein
June 2, 2006
I had been a friend of Sandy since our freshman year at Emory University in 1983, and he was on board my boat when it sank in the East River in 1986. While I had not seen him since his move out West, I will always fondly remember him and I always valued his friendship. My condolences go out to his family. Sandy will be missed.
Marguerite/Patrick Mesiti
June 2, 2006
Patrick and Marguerite Mesiti, parents of Kevin Shine send our deepest sympathies and thoughts to the family and friends of Sandy. He and his family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Anne and Peter Valentine
June 2, 2006
We were so very sorry to learn of Sandy's passing. We send our sincere condolences, our thoughts are with you at this difficult time
June 2, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bruce Balady, Felice Bouza,Chet Helms, Walter Clinton,
TonyBranco,Robert Huntington
Arthur Boyd
June 2, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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