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Sandi Shinaberry Obituary
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Saundra Susan Shinaberry, loving wife and mother, 68, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on September 16, 2014 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Sandi was born in Elyria, Ohio on November 30, 1945, to Frank and Susan (Gallo) Metera.
She received her Bachelor's of Education from Bowling Green State University. Sandi taught in the Toledo Catholic Schools for over 40 years. She began her career at St Joseph in Maumee, then St Joan of Arc as teacher and later, Principal. She then became Principal at St. Catherine of Sienna. Sandi had a passion for teaching and gave her heart to her students and their families.
Sandi was a founding member of St. Joan of Arc. Her faith was a big part of her life. She loved to play golf and travel. Some of her favorite trips with her husband, Allen, included Europe, California, Las Vegas, and a Mediterranean Cruise. Sandi adored her dogs, 2 basset hounds, Bailey and Brandi, which she walked every day. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family.
She is survived by Allen, her loving husband of 43 years; daughter, Suzette (Chris) Elliott, and son, Sean (Jenna) Shinaberry; grandchildren, Laine, Andie, Noah Shinaberry, Payton and Braden Elliott. Her stepmother, Fran Metera, also survives, along with many dear cousins, nieces and nephews.
Friends may visit at the Coyle Funeral Home, 1770 S. Reynolds Rd. on Friday, September 19, from 2:00-8:00 p.m., with a Scripture Service at 7:00 p.m. The funeral will begin in the mortuary at 9:30 on Saturday, September 20, followed by a mass of Christian Burial at St. Joan of Arc Church. Interment will be at Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Joan of Arc School or Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Please share a condolence and view Sandi's memorial video tribute at
CoyleFuneralHome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Linda Smith
September 28, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
September 25, 2014
Allen,
We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during these difficult times.
Lynn and Dick Curtis (EC Class of 63)
Colleen ONeil
September 19, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you all as God welcomes another angel into heaven to watch over you.
Kris RAUCH
September 19, 2014
My sincere sympathy to the Shinaberry family. Many fond memories at Brandywine functions. Sandi was a very special person.
David and Anne Matolyak
September 19, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Tony Zak
September 19, 2014
My condolences to the Shinaberry family. She was my 6th grade teacher at St. Joan of Arc. Always made teaching fun and exciting. Thank you for the great memories.
Scott Decker
September 18, 2014
To the Shinaberry family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. She was one of my favorite teachers at St. Joe's Maumee. Always tried to make learning fun.
Drew Whitehurst
September 18, 2014
One of the best people you're going to meet. She was my favorite principal, she made my years at Saint Joan of arc amazing. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers
Jenny Kunst
September 18, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Mrs. Shinaberry was one of my all-time favorite teachers at St. Joseph, Maumee. I asked for and received a pair of gogo boots for my birthday in 4th grade because she wore them. I have fond memories of 4th grade because of her.
RuthAnn Montaine
September 17, 2014
Mrs. Shinaberry welcomed us as a family when we joined the St. Joan of Arc community. I will always remember her leading the young students in a Halloween parade dressed like Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz. She had a beautiful gift of relating to and understanding children. She was a true blessing! Jeremy O'Brien, SJA '10, Jake O'Brien, '13, Skyler Montaine, '15.
Michelle Cesen
September 17, 2014
Will be greatly missed. She was a wonderful principal for most of my time at St. Joan of Arc. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Michelle Cesen
September 17, 2014
Will be greatly missed. She was a wonderful principal for most of my time at St. Joan of Arc. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer Bembry
September 17, 2014
Allen,
I was so very sadden to hear about Sandi's passing. She gave so much of herself to so many people. Sandi was kind to everyone that she met.
I will miss her pleasant smile.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Sherie Warnock
September 17, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to all of the Shinaberry family. She was a wonderful paitent at our practice.
Love, The dental team of Dr. Eric Warnock
Abimbola Fajobi
September 17, 2014
May happy memories of Sandi's life give you comfort at this time.
May the Lord be your comfort and your strength as well.
It was always a blessing to teach Outdoor Education at YMCA Storer Camps with Sandi and her Catholic Schools students.
May God's love surround you tenfold
September 17, 2014
Allen and family,
So very sorry for the loss of your dear wife. I remember us seeing each other at a Walley game and my friend explained hockey to you guys, which he loves to do. She was so sweet about it!
Ann from
Mike Ivan's State Farm
Steve Basinger
September 17, 2014
To The Shinaberry Family... Sandi was a wonderful Wife,Mother,Teacher And Friend. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Allen, may GOD bless you and your family at this difficult time.
Nicole Walker
September 17, 2014
Our condolences to the Shinaberry family. Mrs. Shinaberry received my daughter and family with open arms at St Cat's. I am so glad I had the chance to thank her for showing Mercy, just as Jesus did! True example of Jesus' Disciples. Rest peacefully, until we meet again.....
Susan McCormick
September 17, 2014
Sean and family,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Mrs Shinaberry was an amazing teacher and fixture in our community. She will live on in our hearts and prayers.
Kelly Wagener Pickard
September 17, 2014
My deepest sympathy to Sandi's loved ones. She was my 4th grade teacher many, many years ago at St Joes in Maumee. I remember thinking she was the prettiest lady I had ever seen with her blue eye shadow! What a wonderful teacher she was and I have never forgotten her. May she rest in paradise.
Eric Price State Farm
September 17, 2014
We extend our condolences in this very sad loss to your family. Please know that we are praying for your strength at this most difficult time. We know and we beleive that your faith and trust is God will carry you through. We are so sorry for oyur loss.
September 17, 2014
Sending many prayers for you Allen and your family. May GOD hold you all very close. Sincerely, Jan Gilmore.
The Czerwinski Family
September 17, 2014
Dear Shinaberry Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Sandy was principal at the time my son attended SJA. She was definitely a blessing to SJA and to all the students, staff and families that knew her.
"Eternal rest grant unto Sandy, O Lord, and let the perpetual light shine upon her. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen"
"What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, For all that we love deeply becomes a part of us." Helen Keller
God Bless!
Nina Smith
September 17, 2014
Mr. Shinaberry, I am so sorry for your families loss. I had the privilege of working alongside Sandi at St. Catherine's school. She was a wonderful lady to work for. She had a huge heart and she always ALWAYS talked about her love for her family! She blessed my life and her absense will be felt by all. Prayers of comfort and memories of joy are being wished for you!
Shannon Clarke
September 17, 2014
Allen and family, you are surrounded by a lot of heavy hearts who lift you in prayer. Hugs and more hugs.
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