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Sandra Elliott Obituary
Brookfield
Sandra L. Elliott, 70, a life resident of Brookfield, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, July 27, 2013, while her loving husband and children were at her side, following a lengthy illness. She was born in New Berlin on September 22, 1942, the daughter of the late William and Helen Smith Corey. Sandy was a graduate of Brookfield High School. On November 23, 1965, in Providence, Rhode Island, she married Garth (Gary) Elliott. Along with her husband, Sandy had been the owner of Bridgewater Bowling Lanes. She had also worked at the Brookfield General Store and spent many years working at the Gates Dale Dairy Bar in Bridgewater, where she earned the nickname and known along the east coast as "Flo". Sandy had a passion for golfing and bowling because the sports challenged her. She was also a devoted "sports mom", which continued even after her children graduated; she still continued to support Brookfield High School Sports. Sandy was a member of the Brookfield Fire Department Firemen's Auxiliary; the Brookfield Johnson and Rogers American Legion Post 1492, where she was a member for over 40 years; the Waterville Bowling Association; and a member of the Brookfield First Baptist Church. Sandy was also a member of the Lakeland Park Association at her winter home in Florida. Surviving are her loving husband of 47 years, Garth; one daughter and son-in-law, Cara and Walter Goedeker, of Oriskany Falls; two sons and daughters-in-law, Rob and Shelly Elliott, of Hillsborough, NJ, and Eric and Hiroko Elliott, of Panama City Beach, FL; a brother and sister-in-law, William and Sandy Corey, of Warsaw; and four beloved grandchildren, Derek, Sam, Ben and Sophie. She was predeceased by her sister, Donna Dougherty. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, August 4, 2013, at 2:00 PM at the First Baptist Church of Brookfield with the Rev. Mark Thall, Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Brookfield Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday at the Paul Funeral Home of Brookfield from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the funeral home located on Church Street. In memory of Sandy, kindly remember donations to Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc., 4277 Middle Settlement Road, New Hartford, NY 13413.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sandra Elliott
August 20, 2013
Ben A Swogger
Diana Fournier
August 6, 2013
Gary and family,
We will miss her a lot she was always so happy go lucky and one of the nicest women I have ever known. Love ya, Doug & Diana
JANICE ELLIOTT
August 6, 2013
on behalf of Hospice Care Services I would like to state what an amazing family, friends and community that provided care and fostered sandy through this difficult eternal passage. In my 20 years of being a Hospice Nurse I can honestly say I have never seen such a dedicated township come together and provide such incredible emotional support, guidance and personal care to a loved one. Brookfield our hats off to you! On behalf of myself and family what an amazing, dynamic, hysterical and deserving women to have so many compassionate people reach out and want to help in anyway they can to return what she had gifted to them. The gift of laughter and love. She will forever be missed. Sandy's memories will forever live on in each and everyone of us who's life she has touched and blessed in so many ways.
Blue Tobias
August 5, 2013
Rob, May God bring you and your famly peace and comfort during this time of mourning. You are truly blessed to have had such a wonderful mother, and she will remain in your heart and memories forever.
Georgi Gray Kimball
August 5, 2013
I have such wonderful memories of Sandy. She was so light hearted. She was just as beautiful on the inside as the outside. She was very mischievious in such a good way. So much fun. No matter what happen in your life, you would look at Sandy and she made you laugh. I am sorry for your loss. She loved Gary and her children with all her heart. There was never a dull moment in Gary's life. Now the Angels in Heaven will be smiling from ear to ear.
Larry & Maxine Plissey
August 4, 2013
Gary & family, We are so sad for your loss. I remember when you announced at May Manor Coffee, that Sandy had finished her last treatment and things were looking good. We all clapped, to think she was on her way back to good health. May your many years of happiness be a comfert to you and your family at this time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Much Love Larry & Maxine Plissey May Manor friends
Keith & Jeanne White
August 3, 2013
Garth and Family,
We are truly sadden to hear of Sandy's death and know you will miss her dearly. She sure was a lively fun person to be with and we have many fond memories of her thru the years and we will miss her too. One can't help but smile when you hear the name Sandy Elliott. May you all be comforted by her love and the memories that you hold dear.
Peggy Conners
August 2, 2013
Sandy, I miss you already, love you much, later gater
August 1, 2013
Garth, Rob, Eric, and Cara:
Your wife and mother was one of a kind. She had a heart of gold and a spirit that was full of life and light. She touched so many lives. My mom (Neat) and she were good friend in school and this continued throughout life. I am certain they are together in heaven reconnecting and looking down on us all with love. My prayers to you all for peace and all the wonderful memories that come flooding back to you. Love to you all -
Ronette (Rogers) Wiley
Ken SmyTh
August 1, 2013
Gary and family
Sorry to hear that Sandy has passed away. Our thoughts and players are with you at this difficult time.
Ken and Fran Smyth, Kanata Ont
Angela Whitford
August 1, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to Sandy's family and to our close knit Brookfield community. She was a woman who knew how to make life fun and we are all better for having had the opportunity to know and experience her!
Bruce Newton
August 1, 2013
Linda and I are so sad to hear of Sandy's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Gary and his family at this time.
Andy Rancourt
August 1, 2013
Rob and family. Sorry for your loss. Your mother sounded like a fun and special person. I'm sure she'll be missed.
chris kupiec
July 31, 2013
Gary Kids, Sandy and Bill..my thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Sandy had a way to make you feel welcome at any 'doings' even if you had been away for a while. She was a great teacher of just plain harmless fun. I remember when Bill and Sandy got married. Sandy encouraged 'fun' tricks to welcome the newlyweds home.....saran wrap on the toilet, short sheeting the bed etc. Also, thinking of the time when you lived on the corner and she got us to rake the leaves to the side of the road and told us we could light them for Halloween! That's one way to get the lawn done!
May memories help you thru these difficult times.
The Perles Family
July 31, 2013
Eric and Family,
Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
Tom, Andrea, Sidney, and Matt Perles
Pamela Brunick
July 31, 2013
I will miss Sandy so very much! She always made me smile when I was around her, and her laughter filled the room. Will never forget when she wanted me to take the hat she made and put it on my gorilla in the back of my golf cart not long before I left FL priceless! She was a very special lady. I will remember her ALWAYS
Valerie Reyher
July 31, 2013
There are people that you meet in life who just leave an everlasting impression. Sandy is one of those people. She loved with humor, with volume, and with continuous positive elation. She welcomed all and continuously enjoyed life. My thoughts and prayers go out to Garth, Rob, Eric and Cara. You were very lucky to have such a spirit in Sandy. I have amazing memories with all of you and I will never forget Sandy's gracious heart. Thank you for allowing me to get to know this wonderful woman!
All my love and God's Blessings to your entire families.
~Valerie
July 31, 2013
Garry and family,Sorry for your loss. We will miss her in May Manor.
July 31, 2013
To Gary, family and friends may you be filled with the joy and laughter memories of Sandy... and her often spoken "Hey Kids"
She will be missed.
Sharon Habin
Lakeland, FL
July 31, 2013
Sandy...I may have only known you for 3 yrs but Gary has known you for many. He has told me many stories of your antics and fun times and you will be greatly missed! RIP friend and God Bless the family.
Gary & Shelley
Bryan Hunter
July 31, 2013
Rob and Family - you have my deepest sympathy during your time of grief. May God Bless and Keep You in His Loving Grace during this time. I read the account of your mother's like and it sounded like she was a special lady.
July 31, 2013
No party or wedding reception will be the same without her! We all lost a great friend!
kerry spooner
July 31, 2013
sandy will be greatly missed by many. She could light up any room. She was a wonderful woman with a great big heart.
Michele Nicholas - Dingle
July 31, 2013
A smile that was infectious, a laugh that was like a joyful tune. Sandy was such a special woman. So many fabulous memories of my years in Brookfield have Sandy and the entire Elliott family intertwined in them. A loss that words could never express. May God be with all of you in your time of sorrow. Heaven is truly blessed with a new fun loving angel that bares one of the prettiest smiles ever !
Carolyn Kilty
July 31, 2013
Bill and I were saddened to hear of the passing of Sandy. She was a great neighbor and friend when we lived in Bridgewater next to the bowling alley. We had lots of laughs. Remember the good times.
Frank & Vicki Rivers
July 31, 2013
Sandy was a pillar of the community! She will be remembered for her many acts of kindness, especially to the children of Brookfield.
July 31, 2013
Sandy would walk in a room and make you smile even when you were down. Everyone loved her and she will be greatly missed.
Darryl & Ellen
July 31, 2013
Family an Friends, We will miss Sandy an her wonderful laugh an love for life. She was just a wonderful caring women an heaven will be full of laughter! You can not think of Sandy without getting a smile on your face. Rest in peace my friend.
Ada Burnett
July 31, 2013
Sandy you will be missed for so many reasons.your Halloween tradition, your friendly attitude, and your laughter an smile.
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