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David Sandridge Obituary
Sandridge, MD
Asheville - David Allen Sandridge, MD, died on Sunday, February 10, 2013, at the age of 73 in Greenville, SC with his wife and his children by his side. Dr. Sandridge was born March 6, 1939 in Roanoke, VA, the only child of the late Helyn Stanley Sandridge and George David Sandridge.
He was raised in Roanoke and graduated from Jefferson High School in 1957. He received his BS in Chemistry from the University of Richmond in 1961 and his MD from the Medical College of Virginia in 1965. After an internship in Springfield, OH, he completed his Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC in 1969. He was a Major in the US Army and served in Heidelberg, Germany from 1969-1972. He completed a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Duke University and joined WNC OB-GYN in 1973. In 1984, he left that practice to establish what would become Grace OB-GYN, a pro-life practice. He retired in 2005 and moved to the Falls North Cliffs community in Salem, SC. He was a member of Crossgate Church (PCA) in Seneca, SC.
He was board certified in 1971, a Fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a member of the Society of Gynecologic Surgeons. He was an adjunct professor at the UNC School of Medicine and was at the forefront of his field, especially in the areas of laparoscopic surgery and gynecologic ultrasound.
He was a talented woodworker and an avid golfer. He was a member of the Biltmore Forest Country Club, the Rhododendron Royal Brigade of Guards, and the Greenville Woodworkers Guild. He served on the Board of Directors of Hope Women's Center in Easley, SC.
He is survived by his wife, Molly Sandridge and three children, Dr. Beth Sandridge Haswell (Jim) of Greenville, SC; Lynne Sandridge Gilbert (Carson) of Raleigh, NC; and David Sandridge, Jr, (Celeste) of Asheville; grandchildren Lauren, Allison, and Kathryn Haswell; Rachel and Mary Margaret Gilbert; and Frank and Sally Sandridge.
A memorial service will be held at Arden Presbyterian Church on Thursday at 2:00 pm. Visitation will be at the church from 1:00-2:00. The family will receive friends at home following the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts be made to any of the following: ABCCM, the Salvation Army, or Crossgate Church.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family, and the memorial register is available at grocefuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Sandridge
Meghan Pierson
July 12, 2024
As I await the birth of my first grandchild- that will be delivered by a GRACE doctor, I started thinking about Dr. Sandridge , who had delivered my first child but had retired a short time after. Didn´t realize he had started GRACE, but am so thankful for his pro-life stand in a rather liberal and godless community. He was a sweet man and we have reason to be thankful for him to this day.
Linda Conard
February 6, 2021
I was a patient of Dr. Sandrige. I’ve always remembered him he was so kind and caring. I remember when I was in labor at St. Joseph in Asheville. I was close to delivery. He walked in and laughed. He said I’ve been on vacation for two weeks, I hope I remember how to deliver a baby. My condolences to the family.
Arline & Bobby Silverthorn
March 8, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
A former patient
March 6, 2013
Dear Sandridge family: I just learned of the Dr's passing. He was not only my doctor for many years and helped me through a cancer diagnosis, I had the privelage of working with him through Mission hospital. What a wonderful Godly talented caring man! He will be sadly missed on earth but joyfully, he is with our Savior! Bless you all in your time of grief.
linda gardner
March 5, 2013
DR Sandridge,was my DR for over 30 yrs.When I found out I had Cervical Cancer. Dr Sandridge, put his arm around my shoulder. And said to me.With GOD and my help it will be ok. And it was. I miss him so. God Bless you and Keep You Till you are with him again
Terry Harrin
February 27, 2013
May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Dr. Sandridge was such a wonderful Dr, and a wonderful man. He helped bring three of my six children into this world, and of those three, two were premature. He always had a smile and gave reassurance, to his patients,sharing the joy of new life and during difficult, not so joyous times. He was always professional, but never lost the human kindness that is sometimes lost in the medical profession. He was a great man. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patient
February 18, 2013
To the family I am truly sorry for your GREAT loss.He was the BEST!I am so glad I had the chance to be his patient and to converse with him.He went out of his way to see me on a saturday.I will always be greatful to him.
Carol Tyndall
February 17, 2013
Mrs. Sandridge and family,
Dr. Sandridge deliverd the best gifts I've ever been presented- my son and my daughter. He was such a great man; a truly wonderful doctor and human being. I have thought of him many times over the years. My prayers go out to you.
Cheryl Buie
February 17, 2013
My heart goes out to the Sandridge family. He helped bring my daughter into this world 32 years ago. He was very kind, compassionate and caring. I'm very grateful to him. God bless the family.
Linda Conard
February 15, 2013
Dr. Sandridge was a very kind, passionate Dr. He delivered my son Todd, and his son David went to elementary school with my daughter Christy Wilde. So sorry for your loss.
Rebecca McKinney
February 14, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayer go out to you. He was a great doctor and friend.
February 14, 2013
I extend my deepest sympathy. He helped me so very much.What a kind, gentle man! Melanie
Sam Henderson
February 14, 2013
Doc Sandridge, we are going to miss you. Thanks to you and your family for the kindness and acceptance you have shown me over the years. I am glad that I had the privelege of knowing you. You made the world a better place.
Margo Snedden
February 14, 2013
David - so sorry to hear about your loss - you are in my prayers and thoughts. Margo Snedden
Travis Payne
February 14, 2013
Mrs. Sandridge & family,
May God Bless you during this difficult time. My prayers are with you. Dr. Sandridge was an amazing person and I will miss him.
February 14, 2013
I was so sorry to hear this, he was one of my doctors for many years and delivared my two oldest children. K. Lake
Kim Ray
February 14, 2013
Dr. Sandridge was a truly a "great physician" second only to his GOD, THE great physician, who he served daily in every aspect of his life. Deepest sympathy to his family.
Terri Josey
February 14, 2013
So Sad to hear of Dr. Sandridge's passing, he was a wonderful Dr. and delivered both of my son's. Thoughts and pryers to his family.
Roberta Allen
February 14, 2013
To The Sandridge Family,
My heart is really broken to hear of the passing of Dr Sandridge. He was my doctor in Asheville for over 30 years and I just loved him. No matter when I went to see him, he treated me as if I was the only patient he had that day. I am sure others can say the same. I was heart broken when he retired and now my heart has been broken again. I know he loved the lord and would not want any of us to be sad but to rejoice that he is in heaven with our heavenly father. Family you have my deepest sympathy and I am praying for God's peace and comfort for you.
Roberta Goggans Allen
Laura, Shawn and Joyce Younger (Vaughan)
February 14, 2013
Mrs. Sandridge,
We were so sad to learn of Mr. Sandridge's passing. He was a wonderful person and will be missed by many. We will be unable to attend services but please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sandra Goodson
February 14, 2013
There are no words to describe what this wonderful man/friend/ dr has done for me and my family. He delivered both of my sons. I was very saddened to hear of his passing. My heart and prayers go out to all his loved ones. You will be truly missed Dr. Sandridge, rest in peace among the angels.
Bonita Mears
February 13, 2013
He was a great Dr and person!
Teresa Young
February 13, 2013
Dr.Sandridge was a dedicated Christian man, and a very caring doctor who delivered one of our children. I truly admired his pro-life position and followed him to his new practice when he established it based on his convictions.He leaves behind a great legacy. Well done, good and faithful servant!
Sandy Griffin
February 13, 2013
Dr Sandridge delivered my first of four children in 1996 and a few years later he told me, at another routine OB office visit right before retirement, that I was his last pregnant pt! Very sweet and caring man who wasnt ashamed to share his faith in God and pray with us during the loss of one of our babies..we will never forget him...prayers go out to his family...
Angelina Spencer
February 13, 2013
God loves Dr. Sandridge and now he gets to be with Him!
I always loved seeing Dr. Sandridge. He delivered both our sons who have turned out to be fine young men.
What a gift from God to this world was beloved Dr. Sandridge.
I pray comfort for your family.
Angelina Giampocaro Spencer
February 13, 2013
He was absolutely the best!! He truly had a God given talent as a Dr. Praying for the family at this time.
February 13, 2013
Our hearts go out to you and your family. Judy and mike Harhai
Cathy & Peter
February 13, 2013
Molly & family...we are very saddened at Dave's passing, but know that the love of God, your family and friends will help you through this difficult chapter of life. We grieve with you, and, join with you in celebrating Dave's wonderous life!
Jim & Carol Shull
February 13, 2013
Love to you Molly and your family, our thoughts and love are with you. Carol Detwiler Shull and Jim Shull
Betty Jones
February 13, 2013
Molly, I am sending you my love and strength,praying for you everyday. I know your faith will help you in your time of need.
Elizabeth Stidham
February 13, 2013
What does love look like? It has the hands to help others. It has the feet to hasten to the poor and needy. It has eyes to see misery and want. It has the ears to hear the sighs and sorrows of men. That is what love looks like.
Saint Augustine
Dr. David Sandridge personified 'love' in it's truest form; the love that is given away. He was my doctor for 30 years; delivered both of my sons and there are no words to convey how much he will be missed.
February 12, 2013
Dr. Sandridge was my doctor and my friend for 30 years. He was such an encouragement to me during those years that I wanted a child so badly. We both knew that the blessing of children is a gift from God. I was blessed to have two sons, ages 32 and 28 and now to have the blessing of grandchildren. I appreciate all he did to help me during those 30 years and I appreciate having such a wonderful Christian man as my doctor. May God's blessings be upon his family that he loved so much. You are in my prayers.
In Christ's Love,
Shelia Gillespie Warren
Kathy Neely
February 12, 2013
Peace and love to the family.
Paul Henriksen
February 12, 2013
Doc,
You will be missed by all of us at The Cliffs! Your enthusiasm for the game of golf and never ending quest for the perfect swing was contagious! I will miss our time on the practice tee, lengthy discussions on "the golfing machine" and the smile on your face after every great shot!
You will be missed, but never forgotten.
Teresa Stiles
February 12, 2013
Dr. David Sandridge was my doctor for 31 years. He delivered my son and was the kindest and most caring doctor I have ever met. He was also a dedicated Christian man and freely talked about his faith. I have missed him so much since he retired and I will never forget the influence he has had in my life. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. He will be missed.
Kay Bryant
February 12, 2013
I was referred to Dr. Sandridge by my sister-n-law in 1975. I was always thankful & felt the Lord planned that our paths cross. I admired & respected the christian that he was. He was my dcotor until he retired. He was a kind, gentle and excellent doctor. I am so sorry for your loss.
A Former Coworker
February 12, 2013
His last words to me were ones of gratitude - so typical of his compassionate heart. Best wishes to his family. Many of us loved him, too, and we grieve with you. We know we'll see that smiling face again one day. Blessings to you all.
February 12, 2013
I first met Dr. Sandridge in 1975 when I was expecting my second child. He was the last doctor on the team for me to meet. When he came into the room I said "Well I guess you are the one". He looked at me and said "The one"?? I said "Yes out of four doctors here there has to be one that I won't like. I have met all the others and I like them all so you must be the ONE". He laughed and put his arm around my shoulder and said "I sure hope not". Well he was right. He was a very caring doctor and I grew to like him very much. My prayers are with each one of the family and friends. I know that he will be greatly missed here but he is in heaven waiting for all those whom he loved here on this earth. I am VERY THANKFUL that he opened a pro-life women's clinic. Darlene Wyatt
February 12, 2013
He was wonderful! So sorry to hear of his passing...but knowing that he is in that Heavenly Place he talked to my friend about (she died of cancer, but he was so good to her!)and to me. God Bless you all and Thank You for sharing him with us all! We will see him again....soon! You are all in our prayers.
Hub and Kathi Powell
Nancy McMahan
February 12, 2013
DR. Sandridge left his family at home to deliver my son Bryon on Thanksgiving Day 1984. He will be missed by all that knew him.
February 12, 2013
Dr. Sandridge was by physician at the time of my son's birth 36 years ago. He was always so patient and concerned with any questions I had. When he left the OB group and began his own practice, I continued to be his patient for many years. Physicians like Dr. Sandridge are hard to find in the fast paced world of medicine today. My prayers are with the family during your time of grief.
Karen Disher
February 12, 2013
So sad too hear of Dr. Sandridge's death. He was my doctor for many year's. He was alway's so easy to talk to. God bless his family.
James(Jim) Chandley
February 12, 2013
Dave was not only an outstanding MD. he was a great christian man. He was part of my personal and business life, one that I could always speak with about anything!
February 12, 2013
I never knew this man, but I learned moments ago that he was the doctor that delivered me. Thank you, Dr. Sandridge.
February 12, 2013
Shocked and saddened by this untimely loss of a good friend and great doctor and golfer. Unable to attend services but send all love and condolences to Molly and family.
John and Henny Steinfeld
Ed ODell
February 12, 2013
Beth,
So sorry for the loss of your father. In reading about him I am imspired by his legacy as a physician and a man who believes in his convictions. I know you will miss him but his influence and love will always reamin.
Vicki Harrison
February 12, 2013
What a great man and physician, Dr. Sandridge was more than my doctor, he was a friend and counselor over the 25+ years he took care of me. May God's loving arms surround and support you all during this time. You are in my prayers.
Amy & Jamie Rowe
February 12, 2013
So very sorry for your loss and sending love to the entire family.
Diann Smith
February 12, 2013
May God Bless you Molly and the family. My prayers are with you. I enjoyed our talkes. He was a good man.
Sherry Worley
February 12, 2013
What a wonderful Christian doctor !! It is not often that one meets such a kind man whose faith was shown in everything he did. My sympathies to his family.
February 12, 2013
Dr. Sandridge was a great doctor. He had such passion about all the work he did. I was very greatful to have him deliver both my kids 21 and 16 years ago. I love and appreciated what he stood for. I will never forget the times that he had taken my hand during each delivery and at the time of my surgery and he would ask "Let us Pray". May the Lord be you during this time. Sincerly,
Tammy Burleson Baldwin
Mary Ann McMinn
February 11, 2013
I'm sure I speak for many, many patients when I say Dr. Sandridge was more than a doctor to me. He was a friend, a trusted counselor, a caring heart for me both spiritually as well as physically. He listened, laughed, asked about the whole family, church, life in general and even prayed with and for me many times. His love for people, His Lord and for the important work he was doing brought comfort and security to any situation. He was always a face that shone with the joy of The Lord.....a blessing to have known. Praying for God's peace during this difficult time.
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