Stephanie BURBANK Obituary

BURBANK, Stephanie (Schick) Stephanie (Schick) Burbank, 68, of Windsor, passed away on Thursday, (February 4, 2010) at St. Francis Hospital. Born in Hartford, daughter of the late Steven and Jane Schick, she was a lifelong resident of Windsor. Stephanie graduated from Windsor High School and was employed by the State of Connecticut for many years. She leaves a step daughter, Carol Hickey of Vernon; a brother, Steven Schick and his wife Lois of Hernando, FL; three nieces; and two nephews. Her funeral will be held on Wednesday, February 10, 10 a.m., at the Carmon Windsor Funeral Home, 807 Bloomfield Ave., Windsor. Burial will be in Mount St. Benedict Cemetery. Her family will receive friends TODAY, 6-8 p.m., at the funeral home. For on-line condolences, please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Feb. 9, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Stephanie BURBANK

11 Entries

Frances Lyss

February 16, 2010

I worked with Sandy State of Ct. She was a caring person. Talented artist. I was in Florida and unable to attend her funeral. Knew her many years. She will be missed. Frances Lyss

February 13, 2010

2/12/2010
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Sandy Burbank. She was a person of integrity,of honesty and of pure goodness. As a previous collegue of Sandy's, I was glad to learn that we shared the same town of residence,Windsor. Whenever I would run into her at the grocery store or the town pool, she was never too busy or tired to stop and talk. I will miss those talks and her kind and caring way.
Sandy loved life and was grateful for it. I am grateful to have known her.

Donna Cambria, Windsor, CT

Lynda Karas

February 11, 2010

I only knew "Sandy" briefly when I replied to an ad in the paper for a housekeeper. I found her very friendly and wished only that I had taken the time to know her better. I have made friends with her step-grandson and step-great-grand daughter and have taken them to church. I have been working with Kaylei on her homework and expect we will become close friends. I know Sandy would have been happy with that. She had a difficult life with all her illnesses, but I know the Lord is taking good care of her now. May she be at peace in the arms of her savior. Her Christian friend, Lynda

Cheryl Andersen-Cleveland

February 10, 2010

Sandy and I graduated from Windsor High and I remember her as a kind loving person. I was hoping to meet up with her when I moved back to CT from FL in a few months. My condolences to her family.

Tom Badway

February 9, 2010

Who can ever forget Sandy Burbank? I remember her sitting in her office, conscientiously working on her computer, and smiling at the passersby, She was a memorable character who kept us all on our toes. Her quick wit, direct interrogatories, and humorous quips brought a smile to our faces on a daily basis. How lucky to have known her!

Julie Patuleia

February 9, 2010

I have so many wonderful memories of Sandy. She helped find my blind dog, created a logo for my business and crafted artwork for my book. I always admired her talent, her humility and her sense of humor. She will be sorely missed.

Carol Morse

February 9, 2010

When my mother died, Sandy gathered my family in a circle and said a beautiful and peaceful prayer that made the day bearable. I hope someone does that for her family.

My deepest sympathy to Sandy's family and friends. Her memory will linger in my mind as a kind, generous and gentle soul.

Mary L. Newcity

February 9, 2010

I met Sandy in 1977 at the State Department of Education and we became instant friends and remained so over all these years. Sandy was a wonderful, loyal, compassionate and generous friend to me, and I loved her very much. Throughout our friendship, I could tell you hundreds of stories that would demonstrate Sandy’s humble, giving, generous ways. For example, she took out loans from the State credit union to send inner city children to Christian Camp. An Education Consultant once asked her to borrow $500.00, which she did not have. She took out a loan for him, which he never knew about. It took him sometime to pay it back, but eventually he did and gave her exactly $500. It was beyond me why he would ask her, but I guess because he knew she would not say no.

Sandy had a soft heart. She was always picking up wounded animals on the highway and streets. Once, she rescued a wounded raccoon and brought it to the vet. She ended up with a $1000. bill, which she gladly paid. Sandy would not have it any differently.

Hundreds of stories like these tell us what a wonderful, beautiful, unique human being Sandy was. She marched to the beat of a different drummer and was known for her candor and frankness. Her outspoken nature sometimes got her in trouble, but she always spoke the truth and said what was on her mind. She was confident in her way of life and practiced her values in all she did. She was never critical, never passed judgment, never at a loss for words. Sandy was reliable and dependable- she was never late, always on time and always the one who volunteered to drive. She loved driving and taught many of her friends how to do so.

What makes Sandy so extraordinary are her many and diversified talents. She was an accomplished artist, sculptor, poet, and vocalist. She was also an avid reader and especially enjoyed her daily bible readings.

Sandy always spoke of her love and devotion to her family- her mother, her brother Steven, her stepdaughter Carol, and most recently Gary and his daughter Kalie and their friend Steve, who helped Sandy on a daily basis, and all her extended family. She often mentioned her friend Peggy, who did Sandy’s taxes and was one of her movie buddies. She especially loved and appreciated her handy man and friend Kim, who was always there to lend a helping hand. He and his family meant a great deal to Sandy. Joe, her trusted mechanic, was another of her favorites. She also loved her friends from the State Department of Education, where she worked for twenty-five years: Joe Angelino, Frances Lyss and Rose Michaud. And she always spoke about her church family and their generosity. And of course, her beloved animals at home –Ty, the kitty and the two lovebirds.

Sandy always opened the doors to her home for people to stay when they had no place to go and took in lost and abandoned animals.

Sandy’s life was filled with both joy and difficulties. These last few years have been particularly burdensome. Sandy is now free from these difficulties, has found the peace she believed in and deserved, and is happily in God’s hands. I will miss my Sandy very much.

I would like to extend my heartfelt sympathy to Sandy’s family and friends.

Leslie Averna

February 9, 2010

As a fellow co-worker of Sandy, I always admired her impeccable work ethic, strong values, integrity and conscientiousness. She had a heart of gold, was kind to everyone and lent a hand to those in need. An unusual spirit, Sandy was humorous, outspoken and direct; She was often heard asking the questions no one else would ask, in a way that only Sandy could ask them. It brings a smile to my face to think of her at peace, having lived a life we should all emulate. My condolences to her family.

February 9, 2010

Sandy was one of the nicest people I know. We went to the same church for many years and she was a very dear person. I remember singing in the choir with her and how she use to bring so many children to church with her. She had a strong faith in our God and showed it in so many ways. She will be missed by many.

Carmon Funeral Homes, Inc.

February 9, 2010

With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.

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