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Sandy E. Williamson, nee Maresca, 54, a longtime resident of Naperville, IL, passed away peacefully Saturday, May 28, 2011, at her home, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born October 2, 1956, in New York City, NY. Sandy is survived by her loving husband of 33 years, Barry; her nine wonderful children, Tim (Jenna), Jeni, Jim, Scott, Nikki, Sami, Jon, Abbi, and Ben Williamson; her sisters, Rebecca (Gerald) Schobert of Corrales, NM, Lisa (James) Casillo of Towaco, NJ, and Miriam (Paul) Finkelstein of Naperville; nieces and nephews, Chrissie, Kimmie and Danny Casillo, Brianna, Skylar and Zach Finkelstein. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Olga Maresca. Visitation Thursday, June 2, 4 to 8 p.m., at Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 3, 10 a.m., at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 1450 Green Trails Dr., Naperville. Private Family Interment: SS Peter & Paul Cemetery, Naperville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN., 38105, 1-800-822-6344, or American Cancer Society, American Cancer Society, 1801 Meyers Rd, Ste. #100, Oak Brook Terrace, IL., 60181, 630-932-1141. For Info: (630) 355 - 0213, www.friedrichjones.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 31, 2011.

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Pat, Lee, & Gracie Vogrich

August 1, 2011

Dr. Barry, I was deeply shocked and saddened to read of the passing of your beloved wife, Sandy. I will always remember Sandy visiting the office with your children, and, too, how thoughtful and kind she was to give me a gift basket when I was injured in a car accidnet. She made time to make me a special hand sewn Victorian teddy bear for the gift basket when she probably didn't have much free time for herself. She was such a kind, giving, thoughtful, caring woman, and, knowing what a cornerstone she was to your family, I know how deeply she is loved and missed by you and the children. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and Sandy's extended family and friends. May God hold you and your family close to His heart! Sincerely, Pat (Walman) Vogrich, Lee, and Gracie

Meg Murphy

June 23, 2011

I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm still thinking about your family and hoping you find continual support as more time passes. xo

June 6, 2011

Lorellos' send all their thoughts and prayers...we knew Olga and Jim. So sorry for the loss of Sandy. God's peace, Jean Lorello

Brian Murphy

June 4, 2011

Very sorry to hear about your mother's passing. Thinking about your family.

Patti Murphy

June 3, 2011

I was very sad to hear of your mother's passing, Jeni. She and your entire family are in my thoughts. May she rest in peace.

Kelly Johnson

June 3, 2011

I am a Central Mom who knows several of the boys from the wrestling team who attended the wake yesterday. I am walking in the AVON Walk for Breast Cancer this weekend and will have Sandy in my thoughts as we walk for all the fighters and survivors. Bless your family.

Kelly Johnson

Jay and Amy Lee

June 2, 2011

Our condolences to the Williamson family. Sandy was a wonderful wife to Barry and a loving and devoted mother to all of her children. Our son Jared grew up with Tim, a fine young man who is truly a reflection of his parents wonderful upbringing. Jared and Tim wrestled in junior and senior high school and it was always a pleasure to see Barry, Sandy, and Tim's siblings all there to support him at his wrestling meets. She will surely be missed. Our prayers are with all of you.

Pete Rodgers

June 2, 2011

"I am very sorry to hear of Tim's mother having passed away. I did not know her, but knowing the quality and character of Tim and Jenna I can know something about her that is very fine, is admired and loved. She will live on in the memories of many. My best wishes, sympathy and sadness at this times of grief to Tim, Jenna and the whole family."

Patricia Pinter

June 2, 2011

My granddaughter Alex Baltrus is John williamson best friend so I have seen John many times at the Baltrus home and I can not say enough about what a nice young man he is, so i know his Mom and Dad have Done a great job raising him . My heart goes out to the family. God bless you all.

The DelGrosso Family

June 1, 2011

Dear Barry & Family,
Please know how very sorry we are for your loss. Sandy was so well loved in her community. She lived her life with such grace and class and was truly an example for all of us to follow. She was exactly what a mother should be - her children's biggest fan. She will be deeply missed. Our hearts go out to all of you.

June 1, 2011

Sandy was an amazing person who had a way of always making you smile. We can not adequately express our deepest sympathies.
God Bless, The Stadelmans

The Kehl Family

June 1, 2011

Sandy has been taken from all of us way too soon but what she leaves behind is amazing...her wonderful family. She taught you all well and she will shine through each of you everyday. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

June 1, 2011

Our love, support, thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
The Calcagno Family-
Tony, Jodi, Nichole and A.J.

The O'Flynn Family

June 1, 2011

We are so saddened for your loss. Sandy was an inspiration to anyone who was fortunate enough to have known her. She lived her life showing kindness, loyalty, perseverance and grace. The world is a better place because Sandy was in it. She will be so sadly missed.

June 1, 2011

She meant so much to so many, myself included. I am so sorry for your loss. She has touched so many and truly made the world a better place. She is missed.

Alex Jurado

June 1, 2011

We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God bless you and your family. Alex Jurado & family

June 1, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If there is anything we can do for you, plese do not hesitate to call.
The Baltrus Family

Debbie, Adam, Josh & Allie Cohen

May 31, 2011

Sending our thoughts and keeping all of you in our prayers. Sandy was one of our favorite people at Allie and BJ's soccer games and we will always have many fond memories of her. We're so sorry for your loss.

The Holzer Family

May 31, 2011

Sandy was such an inspiration to everyone who knew her. I always looked forward to seeing her at soccer games. She was the number one fan of all of her children, and she was at every game possible. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Barb Altosino

May 31, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Sandy was a wonderful person and I was blessed to have known her. She was an inspiration to all mothers. Her positive attitude while she was sick is something that will stay with me forever. Hopefully all your great memories of Sandy will help you through this difficult times.
The Altosino Family

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