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Sandra Spuzich Obituary
Indianapolis born Professional golfer, aged 78, passed away at home on October 6th, 2015. Sandra was perhaps one of Indiana's finest golfers, learning the game and honing her skills under the tutelage of Mike Sullivan at Speedway GC. Competing on the LPGA Tour for 30 years, she was the first Hoosier to win golf's US Open (1966) and amassed a further 6 victories before retiring from the Tour with a ranking amongst the top 70 career money winners.
Living in the "Haughville" neighborhood, Sandra attended local schools, graduating from Washington High School, and then graduated from IU with a degree in Education, teaching K-9 Physical Education in IPS schools for 2 ½ years before joining the LPGA Tour. In retirement, she lovingly tended her tomato and flower gardens and enjoyed her view over Broadmoor CC, while supervising her cats, Cotza, Beau and Ty.
She is survived by her Life Partner, Joyce Kazmierski; sister, Mary Lou Spaulding (husband David); nephews, Steven and Chip Spaulding; niece, Lori Spaulding; grand-nephews, Michael and Cameron Spaulding; and grand-niece, Alyssa Spaulding.
The family will have a private Celebration of Life gathering. Donations in Sandra's memory may be made to your favorite local Animal Shelter. Online condolences may be shared at www.conklefuneralhome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Sandra Spuzich
Amy Alcott
October 2, 2021
Sandra, Is in my thoughts and prayers.
Lou Goecker
September 20, 2016
Hello Mary Lou and David....so sorry to hear about Sandy..I thought the world of her and she has such a wonderful family and many accomplishments to her credit. Think about you all often, as time goes buy.. miss my girl Sophie..
Sam N
December 5, 2015
May good memories provide solace for Ms. Spuzich's family and friends during this challenging time and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved one again. (John 17:3)
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November 30, 2015
To the family,
Invites you to throw all your sorrows on him, he can help you endure.
c. moore
November 19, 2015
May the God of all comfort be with the family at this most difficult time. Our sincere condolences to the family.
Murle Breer
October 29, 2015
To the Spuzich Family & Joyce:
Our thoughts & prayers are with you. We have fond memories of Sandra as one of the most humble players on tour & one special person. Our family always enjoyed being around her during our years of tour life. She was gifted by God with a super golf swing & was just a delight to be paired with. This world would be a better world if more people were like Sandra. She had many attributes but two were her love for people & for animals. I know you will miss her.
May God's comfort & peace surround you,
Bob & Murle Breer, daughters,
Tracy Marshall & Vicki Hitt
Is. 26:4
Trust in the Lord forever,
for the Lord God is an everlasting
Rock.
Clifford Ann Creed
October 23, 2015
Mary Lou, I know how much you loved your sister and will miss her ever so much. I remember the good times we all had when we were off the tour for the winter. My heart felt sympathy to you and the family.Just remember the good times. I will. GOD BLESS
Scott and Cyndy Burnett
October 14, 2015
Joyce, we are so sorry for your loss. Keeping you close in our hearts.
Paul F. Romyn
October 14, 2015
Sorry to read of Sandra's passing.
My fond memory is of our win at The Pro-Am of The Corning Classic in 1980 since we were not supposed to win. It had been given to Donna Caponi's team and we were a distant dark horse. It was the greatest day of my golf life as Sandra made a very difficult putt on the 18th Hole to give us 17 under par. We matched cards with Donna's team and won ! I won a very special Steuben cocktail set that I still have. The Corning Leader' headlined the event with Donna Caponi's Team comes in second to Sandra Spuzich's Team, not that Sandra won.
May she rest in peace as she gave me a very special day in my life.
Ann Wilhoite Brilley
October 14, 2015
I was a classmate of Sophie's, Sandy's younger sister, growing up in Indiana. I knew of Joyce through junior competitions. Sandy was one that I admired as a young, beginning golfer. Living now in Minnesota, her U.S. Women's Open win at Hazeltine is honored here. Women's golf has last a great one! My heartfelt sympathies to Joyce and the Spuzick family.
October 14, 2015
Mary Lou, I am so sorry for you loss. I know how proud you were of you sister. I have thought of you fondly over the years.
May you find peace in your memories.
Marilyn Harrington Christensen. Tampa, Florida
Rosie Jones
October 13, 2015
Thoughts and Prayers to Kaz and Family! Sandra was a great player, mentor and friend to many of us players on tour. I will Always think of her with a smile and remember how she played golf with a wonderful combination of fire and kindness.
Tom Murphy
October 13, 2015
To Sandra's Family & Joyce, I am so sorry for your Loss, I have the fondest of memories about Sandy as I caddied for her when Joyce was overseas in 1983, I think. I also was with her In Blue Hills, Ma a few years later. My Prayers are with you.
Gail
October 13, 2015
May the grace and love of our Heavenly Father encircle you, Kaz, and family in a glowing ring of peace as you embark upon this journey of the loss of Spuz. May you find solace in His abiding love.
October 13, 2015
Kaz, not only the LPGA community lost one of the nicest people but many friends and students have to. Sorry for your loss and prayers are coming your way. I so enjoyed her and her competitive nature.
Lynn Adams
Patty Hayes
October 13, 2015
So sorry to hear that the world lost such a wonderful lady. Really enjoyed playing golf with her. A class act. RIP Sandra
Therese Hession
October 12, 2015
The golf world has lost an amazing lady and a wonderful player. My thoughts and prayers are with Joyce and theSpuzich family at this time.
Kim
October 12, 2015
As we look up in wonder to the heavens above, let us always remember how special the love that binds our hearts as one. There is no greater gift from our Heavenly Father than to love one another during our brief stay here on earth. I will always love and miss my dear friend, Spuz. God bless you, Kaz and Mary Lou.
Barbara Barrow
October 12, 2015
To Kaz and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I always enjoyed being paired with Spuz on the LPGA tour. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Julie Carmichael
October 12, 2015
Joyce and Family - Dad and I are so sorry to hear the news about Sandra. I grew up listening to stories from him about what a wonderful golfer and person she was. I also had the chance to play Hazeltine a few weeks ago, and it was wonderful see and read the display honoring her U.S. Open win. As a long time member at Broadmoor, I thought about her, and her accomplishments, every time I played by the house...she inspired me to work harder and will continue to do so.
Julie Carmichael & Sam Carmichael
CATHERINE LACOSTE
October 12, 2015
A wonderful player and lady!
October 12, 2015
Joyce and family, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Penny Hammel
LeAnn Cassaday
October 12, 2015
My sincere condolences to Kaz and Sandra's family. She was a wonderful person with such a kind heart and warm smile.
Amy Alcott
October 11, 2015
My thoughts and warm wishes to Joyce and family. Sandra was a class act and special person. She will be in my thoughts and fondest memories.
Laura Baugh
October 11, 2015
So sorry - Sandra was a true champion on and off the golf course! Any time I was paired with her it was a great day regardless of my golf score - my prayers for Joyce and her family.
October 11, 2015
Kaz, my deepest sympathy to you and Spuz's family.
Jackie Bertsch
Pineapple
October 11, 2015
Deepest condolences to Kaz and Spaulding family. Spuz was always a shining star with a ready smile for all. She leaves happy memories for me - an amazing talent - Godspeed my friend.
October 11, 2015
Mary Lou, I'm am so sorry to hear of your sisters passing Our Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
The Martins
Charlotte Todd-Linge
October 10, 2015
Condolences to Sandy's family upon her passing. She was a gifted athlete who was very much admired by her classmates from PS #52 and GWHS.
October 10, 2015
With my deepest Condolences ! May her memory be eternal !
Bernette Girardot ( Peaches)
Renee Powell
October 10, 2015
To Kaz and the Sandra's entire Family. So sorry for your loss. One day I asked Spuz why she wasn't hitting balls before she teed off, she remarked she did not want to see any bad shots. She was merely swinging the club with a donut weight on her club- and it made sense.! My prayers are with you.
Julie Mendez
October 9, 2015
Lori, I am so sorry to hear about your very special Aunt. I know she meant the world to you. I am glad you were able to be with her until the end. Remember all the great times. Prayers and hugs, Julie Mendez
Fred Upshaw
October 9, 2015
I am so sorry to see the sad news of Sandra's passing. I tried to track her golf career. I caddied for her when she played for Broadmoor CC ladies championship. Both of us were high school students. She was at Washington and I was at Attucks.
Mary Crocker
October 9, 2015
My heart felt condolences to Kaz and the Spaulding family. I have only loving thoughts and fond memories of "Spuz"
. Mary Lou D. Crocker
October 9, 2015
Condolences from the David family. Sandra was a great golfer & person and she will be missed. Bill, Jim & Donna David... children Of John & Betty David, 35 year Secretary of the Indiana Golf Association and fellow golf enthusiast.
Kathy McMullen
October 9, 2015
Joyce and The Family
I am truly saddened by Spuz's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you Kaz and the Family
Kathy "Mac"
John Wieland
October 9, 2015
Sorry for your troubles.
Mike Dugan
October 9, 2015
I remember one of my first jobs was to shag golf balls at Meridian Hills CC.
I remember Ms Spuzich was one of my first people I shagged golf balls for her.
Rest in peace.
October 9, 2015
I was a student of Sandra at PS 21 in Indianapolis. Found memories of her youthfull optimism.
October 9, 2015
Sandy assisted in my gym class at Washington High school. I thought she was the most talented athlete I'd ever seen. My sympathy to all.
Annette Stoneking
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