DeKALB – Sandra M. "Sandy" Busby, née Johnson, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love and prayers of her family in the early morning hours of Monday, March 3, 2014.
She was born Nov. 19, 1942, in Sycamore, Ill., the daughter of Martin and Metta (Larsen) Johnson.
Sandy attended Maple Park Grade School and graduated from Kaneland High School.
She was united in marriage with Jerry N. Busby, on June 5, 1960. Together they filled 53 years with as much love and memories as anyone possibly could. She was a loving wife, mother and later the best grandmother to seven grandchildren. She loved baking cookies, making crafts and celebrated the holidays like no other.
Outside of the home, she dedicated time to Relay for Life, Coaches vs. Cancer and Daffodil Days for the American Cancer Society. She loved basketball and attended most DeKalb High School boy's and girl' s games, along with the Northern Illinois University guy's and gal's games. She cheered loud and often, but never was there a better "cheerleader" than when her husband, Jerry, played "town team ball," law enforcement ball and, later, on the 65-year-old and older team. Sandy had a heart with room enough for everyone and was a great caregiver for her grandmother, mother, husband, grandson, uncles, aunts and many friends.
Sandy worked at the DeKalb School District as a teacher's aide after her children started school. She also was a drive-up supervisor at First National Bank in DeKalb. Sandy worked at Creative Calligraphy before retiring in 2001.
She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of DeKalb.
Sandy and her husband, and grandsons, Jimmer and Michael, started Fort Willow Creek in Paw Paw which became a playground that gave them thousands of memories and many happy, happy years.
She is survived by her loving husband and best friend, Jerry; son, Fred; daughter, Yvonne; dear friend, Kelli Liebl, and her son, Brice, of DeKalb; six grandchildren, Michael, John, Brice, Jennifer, Emily and Amy. She also is survived by two sisters, Jane and Barbara, both of Maple Park; one aunt, Madonna Larsen Wise of Colorado; a niece, several nephews and cousins; as well as a countryside of friends that will never forget her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Metta; grandparents; one grandson, James Edward "Jimmer" Busby; a niece; great-niece; nephew; and several aunts and uncles.
After cremation, the family will host a memorial service at a later date.
A memorial has been established in her name to benefit both the American Cancer Society and DeKalb County Hospice. Checks can be made to the "Sandra Busby Memorial" and mailed in care of P.O. Box 66, Elburn, IL 60119.
Tributes also can be forwarded to the same address or at www.conleycare.com.
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Thanks for the pleasant and fun memories, Sandy. We miss you. Bill & Pauline.
William O’NEill
Friend
February 26, 2021
I guess that we will continue to always miss Sandys smile and great laugh that we enjoyed with her and Jerry..... Thanks for the memories. Bill and Pauline ONeill
William and Pauline ONeill
Friend
March 3, 2020
It is hard to believe that we lost Sandy 5 yrs. ago. She stays in our hearts and thoughts always. We loved her and miss her still. God Bless her ...until we meet again. Bill and Pauline O'Neill DeKalb, Il.
February 25, 2019
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Busby family. I was so sad to hear of Sandy's passing. I worked for Sandy for a long time at FNB, we had so many funny times, lots of laughs because some days it was so boring we had to make our own fun. She was a great boss, always smiling and happy. The customers just loved her and her spirit rubbed off on everyone around her. She will be missed. God Bless.
Cathy (Crumbacher) Curylo
March 21, 2014
Jerry and family so very sorry for your loss. Sandy was a very nice person thoughts and prayers to you all Wayne and Deanne King
Deanne KING
March 10, 2014
JERRY,FAMILY, JEANETTE AND I ARE SO SORRY OF YOUR LOSS. WE KNOW SANDY IS WITH THE LORD NOW AND SHE HAS NO PAIN OR SUFFERIHG. AS YOU MISS HER, THINK THAT SHE IS WITH HER MAKER AND ENJOYING HER ARRIVAL IN HEAVEN. IF THERE IS ANYTHING THAT JEANETTE OR I CAN DO FOR YOU LET US KNOW.
SANDY WAS VERY SPECIAL
- RON-JEANETTE MOSBACK
March 8, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Busby family at this most difficult time. May God give strength.
Bill Klippel
March 7, 2014
Jerry and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Sandy's passing. I worked with Sandy at FNB for several years. She was so much fun and a great lady. May God's loving arms embrace yo and comfort you in you loss.
Ken and Bonnie Benson
March 7, 2014
So very sorry for your loss. Frank & Joni Beierlotzer
March 7, 2014
To Jerry and Family, Kathy and I are so sorry for your loss. A wonderful couple, a great family, and a dedicated lady, I know you will all miss her. We are currently out of town but will be returning next week. Please let us know when you have Sandy's memorial service.
In the meantime, you all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Ed Hammer
March 6, 2014
Jerry & Family, We are so sorry to read of Sandy's passing. She was a wonderful person, and our thoughts and prayers are with you. With sympathy, Bob & Kay Diedrich
Bob & Kay Diedrich
March 6, 2014
Jerry, we are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Sandy was a wonderful lady who was taken too soon. She will truly be missed
John & Sandi Gavin
March 6, 2014
Jerry, we are so sorry to learn of your family's loss. Sandy is among the finest people I have had the pleasure and honor to know in my life. I fondly recall the two of you dancing at my daughter's wedding. You were the last couple dancing in the 'marriage longevity' dance. Thank you for being a part of that. She lives on in all of our collective memories.
Mark and Chris Piercy
March 6, 2014
Jerry and family, We were so sad to here about Sandy's passing she was a wonderful lady. Your in our thoughts and prayers. She will be sadley missed.
Doug and June McCaslin
March 5, 2014
Please accept our condolence for the loss of best friend and your loving wife. Enjoyed seeing both of you at many of sporting events over the years. I will always remember all the good memories growing up in Maple Park I had knowing both of you and your families. She will be missed and be never forgotten.
Jim and Carol Rombough
March 5, 2014
To the Busby family-may you find comfort in the wonderful memories you have made as a couple as well as a family. We were so sad to hear about Sandy's passing and we know that you will miss her terribly. Please know that you have many friends who care about you.
Patrick and Janet Byrnes
March 5, 2014
So sorry to hear about Sandy's passing. May your memories sustain you through the difficult time ahead. I'm sure Sandy and Dottie are having a good visit in heaven!
Mary Anne and Jerry Roberts
March 5, 2014
Words cannot express the shock and sadness that we feel with the news of the passing of Sandy. We really expected a different outcome and would be able to see her again. May she rest in peace and condolences to all family members
Bill & Pauline O'Neill
March 5, 2014
Dear Mr. Busby and Family, you have the deepest of sympathies from Coach Rohlman & the DeKalb Boys' Basketball Program.
March 5, 2014
Jerry & family, We are so sorry to hear about Sandy's passing. We are sure you will have wonderful memories of your life together. We will be thinking about you and your family.
March 5, 2014
I am so sorry to learn of Sandy's passing. Jerry, you and your family have my deepest sympathy. I enjoyed visiting with Sandy whenever I saw her; she was always so friendly & sweet. God be with you all. Norma West Smith
March 5, 2014
With deepest sympathy,
Jim Caldwell
March 5, 2014
Busby family, I'm very sorry for your loss. .
Reda Reese
March 5, 2014
Our deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to Jerry and the Busby family on the passing of Sandy. She will be missed!
Greg & Bev Urban
March 4, 2014
So sorry to hear this news. Thinking of you, Jerry, Fred and family. Recall fondly Sandy and Jerry in stands cheering on our son Josh. You will be missed.
- Dave and Katie Rossdeutcher
March 4, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to the Busby family.
Jim and Lucy Wuchte and family
March 4, 2014
Jerry,
I have so many wonderful memories of Sandy. We grew up together although we lived several hundred miles apart. Both of you were such a part of my life for many years and although we haven't seen each other often in recent years due to busy lives and distance, you both have always had a special place in my heart. Sandy was such a beautiful, loving, giving person and will be missed by all the lives she touched over the years. We are all better for knowing her and having her in our lives. We know how much she meant to you and how difficult this is for you but we are here for you and always will be. All our love, Claudia and Evan
March 4, 2014
Jerry,
I am very sorry for the loss of your soulmate, Sandy. My heart and prayers are with you.
Bill Nicklas
March 4, 2014
sorry to see her passing away she used around the court with her happy face
linda meyer
March 4, 2014
I'm sorry to hear the sad news. She was the sunshine in so many lives, and will be dearly missed.
Gary Hiland
March 4, 2014
Such a blessing to grow up down the street from the Busby's. Many wonderful childhood memories and friends that last a life time. So sorry for your loss.
Love you all!
Lisa-Tookie-Gus
March 4, 2014
Jerry, Fred & Nonnie, My prayers to you all for your loss of your wife & mother. Sandy was a very important lady in my life! She was a very good friend, my Boss for 10 years,a craft partner, garage sale partner,worked at CC together, watched my children grow up & helped me through so much in my life ! She will be dearly missed. May you rest in peace my friend Sandy Busby.
Connie J Farris
March 4, 2014
Jerry, Fred and Nonnie our hearts ache for you all' she was quite a lady
Max and Anita
March 4, 2014
With all my sympathy.
lance charlson
March 4, 2014
Jerry, Fred and the Busby family, know that we will keep Sandy and your family in our prayers.
Bob and Marilyn McMorrow
March 4, 2014
My deepest sympathy to Jerry and his family.
Jan Lenschow
March 4, 2014
Jerry and family,
We were very sorry to hear of the passing of Sandy. She was a gracious and beautiful person. May she rest in peace.
Connie & Chuck Kross
March 4, 2014
Jerry & Family, So sorry for your loss.
Helen Traglia
March 4, 2014
Jerry, I didnt know her but my condolences to you and your family. Know that you will be in my prayers.
Dave Poeschel
March 4, 2014
We can not tell you how sorry I am to hear of Sandy's passing. Our deepest sympathies to you all!
Kevin and Penny Meier
March 4, 2014
Please know our thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family.
Orval & Donna Peterson
March 4, 2014
Our sincere condolences. Jeff and Vicki Boone
March 4, 2014
YOU CHOSE A WINNER WHEN YOU CHOSE SANDY FOR YOUR LIFE-LONG MATE. SHE TOUCHED NOT ONLY YOUR LIFE BUT MANY OF OUR LIVES--LEAVING MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES TO CHERISH.
WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR PRAYERS JERRY(YOU ARE SPECIAL TO US ALSO)
March 4, 2014
Dear Jerry and family,
God Bless all of you during this time. It met so much to see her recently. I was very happy she recently took the time to come back and show me a pic of Morgan. It touched my heart. She will be missed...
Jim Creighton Swanson's Vacuum
March 4, 2014
Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers...
Sue & Tim Higham
March 4, 2014
Jerry, We have you and your dear family in our hearts and minds during your loss of your soul mate Sandra.
God Bless you and the family.
Elwin/Marilynn Bushue
March 4, 2014
Jerry and family you have our deepest sympathy, our prayers are with you.
John And Anna Mae Olson Mesa Az.
March 4, 2014
Jerry,Fred,Yvonne,and the rest of the Busby family: I am so very sorry to here of your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Marv Larson
Marv Larson
March 4, 2014
I want you to know I am thinking about you during this difficult time. May memories of Sandy bring you comfort and a smile to your face because those memories will live forever.
Faye Allen
March 4, 2014
Jerry,
May God give you strength through these trying times. it is not easy losing the love of your life but oh what memories you have.. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Linda Snyder Isely
Live Oak FL.
March 4, 2014
Condolences to Jerry and family.
Dr. Andrew & Sue Biscan
March 4, 2014
Jerry, Fred, and the rest of the Busby family: I am so sorry to hear of Sandy's passing. Thoughts and prayers for you all.
Carolyn Canon
Carolyn Canon
March 4, 2014
Jerry - we are so very sorry to hear about your great loss...Sandy was the love of your life, soul mate, and truly a wonderful person to many people. We love you and your family!!
Your cousin and friend,
Dona and Clete
Dona and Cletus O'Donnell
March 4, 2014
Jerry, Fred, Nonnie,
I am so so sorry to hear of Sandys passing....she was such a beautiful person and will be deeply missed.
Joyce Barnes
March 4, 2014
jerry and freddy:so sorry to hear of sandy's passing.she was a very nice lady.my best wishes to the busby family!sincerely, paul "adolph" miller
March 4, 2014
dear jerry and fred:so sorry to hear of sandy's passing.she was a very nice lady!my deepest sympathy's to the whole family. sincerely,paul "adolph" miller
March 4, 2014
Dear Jerry and Family:
Our deepest sympathy and condolences on Sandy's passing.
John & Marianne Beck
March 4, 2014
I am so sorry, Jerry, my prayers are with you and your families
From Margie("Maggie") Miller and her Families
March 4, 2014
Jerry and family,I am so sorry for your loss. I went to school with Sandy from the start and she will be missed. I can see her dancing at our teen club when we were kids.
Ross Dueringer
March 4, 2014
To all of the Busby clan--I am sorry for your loss. What an impact Sandy had on everyone whose life she touched. A great lady !
"Mr. Joe" Speechley
March 4, 2014
So sorry to hear of Sandy's passing. What a wonderful giving and caring lady. Such a pleasure to have experienced the pleasure of knowing her and being part of her wonderful life. We are glad to have been able to call her a friend. Thank-you Sandy for sharing your life with all of us! You will be missed but never forgotten.
~ Mary and Rick Hanson ~
Malta, Illinois
March 4, 2014
So sorry to hear of Sandy's passing. What a wonderful giving and caring lady. So awesome to have experienced the pleasure of knowing her and being part of her wonderful life. We are glad to have been able to call her a friend. Thank-you Sandy for sharing your life with all of us! You will be missed but never forgotten.
~ Mary and Rick Hanson ~
Malta, Illinois
March 4, 2014
Jerry, my heart breaks for you and the loss of your true love Sandy. Words can not begin to express my shared sorrow for a women that was a true angel to all of us on earth. She had the most loving and generous spirit that never gave up or stopped. I have never seen a woman more concerned for everyone around her no matter what her circumstances. She has most certainly been given the golden angel wings she so deserves. She will be missed by many sharing in your grief my friend.
Lori Goldsmith
March 4, 2014
To the entire Busby family - I am so sorry. I had no idea this recent illness. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ann Carlson
March 3, 2014
I am sorry for your loss and will be praying for peace. I will miss Sandy at basketball games next year.
Cindy Lofthouse
March 3, 2014
Jerry, so sorry for your loss.Memories of you and your family were shared by the men and women of the Secretary of ''State.we will always miss our mates, chuck has been gone for 3 years,, seems like yesterday.
God bless you and your family at this time and the days to come. joanne henry
March 3, 2014
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