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Ethel Szanderowski Obituary
Her husband Michael Szanderowski died in 1976. She leaves a daughter, Lucya and her husband Paul Lariviere of Brimfield; a son, Nicholas O. and his friend Melissa Smith, with whom she lived; her two grandchildren, Anna M. & Paul J. Lariviere; as well as 2 brothers, 5 sisters and several nieces and nephews.
Ethel was born in Worcester and graduated from Marlboro High School in 1951. She then attended Gardner State Hospital School of Attendant Nursing and achieved her dream of being an LPN. Ethel worked at Monson State Hospital and later the Brimfield Nursing Home until the birth of her children.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Friday, July 25, 2008 from 5:00-8:00 PM in Pillsbury Funeral Home, Rte 9/Old West Brookfield Rd., Brookfield. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2008 at 11:00 AM in Quaboag Valley Baptist Church, 173 Fiskdale Rd., Brookfield.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Brimfield Ambulance Service, Inc., 34 Wales Rd., Brimfield, MA 01010, or to Shield of Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 324, Central Village, CT 06332.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ethel Szanderowski
Cheryl Szanderowski
August 26, 2009
I am very sorry for your lost. Ethel and Michael were my god parents. Stanley Szanderowski was my father. Ethel was just a wonderful to me when I was growing up. She will be very much missed in this life.
Amy Masters
July 27, 2008
We're sorry for your loss. You will be in our hearts and prayers.
Anne (Haney) Martin
July 18, 2008
I would like to extend heartfelt sympathy to the family. Sandy was such a sweet person,clever, funny and never at a loss for words. I will remember her fondly.
Wes & Edith Haney
July 18, 2008
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family. We will always remember Sandy's wit, humor,laughter and her friendship. She was a good person. May God Bless her and watch over her.
Julie Haney
July 18, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this tough time. Sandy was a wonderful person and she will missed. Just remember she is in a better place now. Hold onto the memories, that is what will get you through the hard times.
Stephanie LaChance
July 17, 2008
Nick and Missy, you know we are here for you if you need anything.
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family.
love you
Lisa Fleming (Haney)
July 17, 2008
Lucy, Paul, Nick, Missy, Anna and PJ, I will always remember all of us as kids playing in the "field." Kickball, softball, neighborhood "block" parties, those sure were the good ole days, and now we're all grown. I didn't even know all this time that her real name was Ethel!! Anyways, you are in our thoughts and prayers, she was a wonderful lady that we'll always remember.
John Holland
July 16, 2008
Our sympathy to Aunt Ethels family and friends .
Love John , MaryAnne , Jessica , Melissa , and Laura Holland .
Dana Coyne
July 16, 2008
Our Deepest Sympathy to Aunt Ethels family and friends she will certainly be missed and remembered.
Love Dana Tim and Jack Coyne
Lynne Anctil (Haney)
July 16, 2008
Sandy was my neighbor and friend for 30 years. I miss the talks over coffee and the wonderful personality that Sandy had. Lucy and Nicky and families - find comfort in knowing she is in a happy place and that her love and devotion to you will be with you forever. With Deepest Sympathy, Lynne
Bill Hinckley
July 16, 2008
Please rejoice with us for my sister Ethel left all the suffering and pain that comes with cancer. Cancer said “I’ve Got her” the devil said “I got her” and what they got was an empty shell Jesus beat them to the punch. She is with HIM now and we all rejoice for that. Please pray for others who may not fully understand what a joy walking with Jesus is and how death and the grave have no victory.
Darlene and I saw Ethel Sat. afternoon. Although she could not speak because the thought process from the brain to the mouth had been affected by the brain cancer, she clearly said “I want out!” This world had nothing for her; she sought a place whose maker and builder is GOD.
We will all miss her.
Thanks for your prayers, God Bless.
Melissa and Nick S
July 16, 2008
Here memory will live on in us all.. She will be missed dearly
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