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Sandra Picurro Obituary

Died peacefully on Thursday, June 19, 2008, in Waterville, ME. Sandy was born Oct. 26, 1948, in Greenville, S.C. She grew up in Needham, MA and recently enjoyed a trip with her four Needham High School friends to celebrate their 60th birthdays. Sandy graduated from Russell Sage College in 1970 and as a physical therapist provided her many patients with comfort, relief, and hope. She loved raising her two sons, John (Vicki Sheble) and Matthew, both of Boston and Waterville, and supporting their athletic teams. In addition to her sons, she leaves her mother, Mary Dickert, of Needham, her sister, Francie Fernald (Jim Phillips) of McLean, VA, her brother David Fernald and his son Michael of Sunfish Lake, MN, her brother, John Fernald, of Index, WA, her stepmother, Virginia Fernald of Bridgewater, NH, and her stepbrothers, Harold and Donald Dickert and Robert Danner. Her father, Dr. John Fernald, and stepfather, Harold Dickert, predeceased her. A memorial service is planned for Sat., July 12 at 11:00 am, Thomas College, 180 W. River Rd, Waterville, ME. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Sandy's name to Dove Villas, 1150 Jimmy Ann Dr., Daytona Beach, FL 32117.

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Published by Boston Globe on Jun. 29, 2008.

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Anthony Isgro

July 20, 2008

John/Matt,

The Isgro Family sends it most sincere condolences.

Sandra will always be a pivotal memory from my youth.

I'm sure you know how important Sandra was to all of us who she supported.

Contact me. (802) 324-8347

C Works

July 2, 2008

Mat and John, My sympathies to you both. It is tough to loose your mom. I last saw her at Bouchard's wellness fair a few years ago. May friends and family help you through this sad time. I'll be thinking of you. Carry on. God bless. Mrs. Holt or Works from Mt.Merici

leland Knights II

June 29, 2008

John and matt I was sorry to hear about your mom, we had talked many times since I moved to fl. she will be missed, again I am sorry for your lost.

martha works

June 29, 2008

John and Matt....I am so sorry to see the notice of your Mom's death. Sandy and I were friends for a long time and shared many things during that time, not the least of which was her dedication to the two of you, her very special treasures.She was so proud of who you have become.

Francis Purnell

June 29, 2008

John and Matt, Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Fran Purnell and the Waterville Little League Board of Directors.

Roxana, Celon and Angus Murphy

June 23, 2008

John and Matthew,
I was so shocked to hear of your loss as I looked forward to seeing your mom when I got to Maine next week. We enjoyed so many hours talking and laughing together as well as helping one another when you both and my children were young. I will never forget our parties and trips together. Love to both of you

Linda Cooley

June 23, 2008

John and Matt,
I am so sorry for your loss. I so much enjoyed working with your mother when she worked for PEAK. She was a great friend and co-worker. I pray God will give you strength during this time.

John Butler

June 23, 2008

John and Matt;
Condolences on the loss of your mother.
I remember your mom as a caring and concerned mother with 2 active, mischievous boys in junior high school. Hope your lives are going well despite your mother's passing.

John Butler
former science teacher and vice principal at Waterville Junior High 1990-1999

Joyce Arsenault

June 23, 2008

So sorry for your loss. Sandy was so looking forward to the upcoming wedding. I will be keeping you all in my thoughts as you go through this difficult time. Sandy will be missed by many.

Rita Wysote-Shepherd

June 22, 2008

I will always remember Sandy for her Grace , Courage, and Kindness.

Sue Spencer

June 22, 2008

John and Matthew.. Am so sorry to hear about your mom. I met your mom when she taught at KVTC as I was one of her students. As years went by we both worked at Bouchard's. Your mom was a good woman who helped a lot of people get better and could make people laugh. I'm glad she was able to see her 2 boys grow up to become good men. She was so proud of you.

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