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Sanford Wallace "Sandy" Beardsell

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Reading, Massachusetts

Sanford Beardsell Obituary

Of Reading formerly of Middleton and Winthrop died June 26, 2008 at his home after a lengthy battle with cancer at the age of 64. Beloved husband of Paulette H. (Zaks) (Newman) Beardsell, devoted father of Edward F. Beardsell of Danvers, Robert W. Beardsell and his wife Jennifer of Haverhill and Sheryl A. Harris and her husband Tim of Middleton, cherished brother of William L. Beardsell of Tampa, FL, Robert F. Beardsell of Weymouth and the late Milda Beardsell and Kristine Bishop. Loving grandfather of seven and step-father of Tanya Minichiello and her husband Frank of Tewksbury and Andrea Worrall and her husband Eric of Billerica. A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, July 1 at the Douglass, Edgerley and Bessom Funeral Home 25 Sanborn St. (corner of Sanborn and Woburn St.) Reading at 11am. Relatives and friends invited to attend. Funeral Home Visiting Hours Monday 4-8. Burial in Lakeside Cemetery, Wakefield. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Sandy's memory to the Lahey Clinic Oncology Dept. C/O Philanthropy Office, 41 Mall Rd. Burlington, MA 01805. Sandy was Honorably Discharged from the Army National Guard of Massachusetts. For info, directions and register book visit johnbdouglassfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 27 to Jun. 29, 2008.

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Jewel Gilbert

July 4, 2008

Paulette:
We finally talked after so many years but didn't get to connect in person. I'm so sorry for what you and your family are going through now. I lost your number, but please contact me when you're ready. Coffee soon?

Jewel

Cassidy Worrall

July 3, 2008

Papa, Thank you for your hugs, your love and teaching me to play checkers. I will miss you so much.

Sean Worrall

July 3, 2008

Dear Papa - I turned on the tv and saw Price is Right and wished we could watch it together. I miss you so much.

Chris Shai

July 1, 2008

Sherri, as you know I wish there was something I could do to make this easier for you. I will do all that I can to help you through this difficult time. Unfortunately I did not know your dad for that long, but listening to everyone talk over the past few days made me realize what a special man your dad was. You and Rob are a true reflection of him and you could see how proud he was of his children and grandchildren. I love you and I am here for you always.

Leah Bishop

July 1, 2008

Thank you Uncle Sandy for such wonderful memories growing up.
Please give my mom a kiss and hug for me, take good care of each other.
With Love, Leah

stephanie cohen

June 30, 2008

dear paulette
i am so sorry for your loss. i know how much happiness sandy brought into your life.
please call or e-mail me and let's get together.or visit david and myself at work
love
stephanie cohen
[email protected]

Sue Mercer

June 30, 2008

Dear Sherri - so sorry about your dad's passing. I know personally how the loss of a dad feels - please know that I keep you in my prayers for happier times.

David Katz

June 30, 2008

Growing up you were a true friend. I will never forget the good old days in Winthrop with the Oldsmobile. My best to all your family.

Allison Harris

June 30, 2008

Papa, You will always have a special place in my heart. I will always be Papa's littel girl. Thank you so much for playing ball with me growing all the Tomato's and Raspberries for me to be able to just walk into your Garden and eat! I love you Allison

Erik Harris

June 30, 2008

Papa you are the best grandfather
a boy could ask for. Thank you for letting me dig in your garden and for taking me to the park. I will always remember "One at a time". That has so much more meaning than we ever thought about!!! Love Erik

Robert Beardsell

June 30, 2008

Dad
You are the most courageous man I will ever know. I will always keep you in my heart. Thank you for being the best father and Papa. We will miss you.
Love Rob Jenn and Piper Eve.

Sherri Harris

June 30, 2008

Dad I am who I am because of you. You have taught me so much and given me everything I need to be strong and make it through this very difficult time. I know you are watching over me. You will always be the strongest man in my world and my hero. I can never thank you enough for being the best Dad a girl could ask for. I love you!

Laura Lyman

June 29, 2008

Sandy - You will be truly missed by everyone. I will be forever grateful to you for what you gave to me. It is because of you that I have the best friend anyone could ever ask for. You made a difference in my life and you will never be forgotten. Thank you.

Tracy Ann Beardsell

June 29, 2008

Uncle Sandy, You will be missed greatly. You will now be with Nana, Papa and your sisters again. You and Papa will have the best garden together again. Love you, Tracy Ann

Frankie Minichiello

June 29, 2008

Sandy, I will always remember our "back in the day" talks. You will be missed.

Sean Worrall

June 29, 2008

I love you Papa, I am going to miss doing high fives with you. You are so sweet.

John B. Douglass & John B. Douglass II

June 29, 2008

This book of memories is to serve as a record of the services you entrusted to us. We hope it will help to preserve treasured memories and that we, in some small measure, have helped to ease your burden and bring you comfort.

Eric Worrall

June 28, 2008

Sandy, you will be greatly missed.

Francesca (Frankee) Minichiello

June 28, 2008

Papa,
I miss you so much. I will think of you every time I pick berries in your garden. See ya later alligator....I love you

Tanya Minichiello

June 28, 2008

Sandy,
Thank you for bringing my mom so much happiness and for taking such good care of her. I will always remember our special times talking over your monthly haircuts. You are so loved by our family and will be greatly missed.

David Talmanson

June 28, 2008

From an "old" friend from Winthrop. We had some great times growing up in Winthrop and I have many fondest memories that we had together with the group that hung out at the wall off of the beach. My best wishes are with his family and Sandy take care old friend.

Jake Bowditch

June 28, 2008

May god bless him, Sandy and I went to school together at the old high school. A real funny guy and a good one.

Jay Sloan

June 27, 2008

Thinking of you in your time of grief.

Andrea Worrall

June 27, 2008

Sandy came into our lives and changed our world. He made my mother smile and kept her safe. Every corner of their home and garden is filled with his memory. I will miss him so much.

Cassidy and Sean

June 27, 2008

Papa we will miss you so, so much. xoxoxo

In Honor of Our Veterans

June 27, 2008

Mr. Beardsell, thank you for your service to our country, and God Bless America.

Vivian & Jack Kruger

June 27, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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