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Paul F. Sands

FUNERAL HOME

O'Halloran & Murphy Funeral and Cremation Services - St. Paul

575 South Snelling Avenue

Saint Paul, Minnesota

Paul Sands Obituary

Sands, Paul F., CPA - In his 65th Year Attention: Cretin '57 Born November 27, 1939, one of five sons of John Francis and Josephine Coughlan Sands (now deceased) left us peacefully on November 23, 2004 after a mighty Irish battle with cancer and pneumonia complications. Survived by wife of 42 years, Roxanne; daughter, Valerie-Anne of Chicago, IL; son, Michael A. (Suzette) of Bronxville, NY; grandchildren, Bridget, Liam and Paul Finnian "Finn" of Bronxville, NY; brothers, John M. (Janet), and Richard of St. Paul, and Gerald (Patricia) of Phoenix, AZ; sister-in-law, Kathy (Greg, deceased) of Apple Valley, MN; and many Irish fun-loving and generous nephews and nieces and great-nephews and nieces; cherished friends, colleagues, clients, neighbors, and golfing companions. Graduate of Cretin High School (Notice: Class of '57 assemble on church front steps to form Honor Guard prior to the service); MN Academy of Accountancy; UM and St. Thomas College Alum. Practicing Twin Cities CPA for over 40 years. Board member: St. Paul Athletic Club, St. Paul Rehabilitation Center, Cretin High School Alumni Assn., Visitation Convent, St. Paul Children's Hospital, United Hospital Fdn., Children's Hospital Fdn., United Hospital, HealthOne, Children's Hospitals and Clinics, MN State Society of CPA's, Somerset Country Club. District Governor and Honored Member of GYRO International; WCCO Good Neighbor; St. Paul's Mr. Pat, '91, U of M 'Dunkers' and several other civic and community organizations. 'No man is the whole of himself. His friends are the rest of him,' and Paul liked nothing more than having a good scotch with good friends. Mass of Christian Burial 9:30AM Saturday, November 27, 2004 at ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 51 W. 7th Street, St. Paul. Visitation 4-8PM Friday at O'HALLORAN & MURPHY, 575 S. Snelling Ave. (651-698-0796). Private interment. Memorials preferred to Assumption Church Building Fund, Cretin-Derham Hall High School or to St. Paul Academy Annual Fund.

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Published by Pioneer Press from Nov. 25 to Nov. 26, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Sands

25 Entries

Ree Guyer Buchanan

December 2, 2004

Dear Sands Family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Paul was a very sweet man. Whenever I saw him he always had kind words of encouragement for me. He was always truly interested in others. I enjoyed working with him. I will miss him. Love, Ree Guyer Buchanan

Elliot Herstein

December 1, 2004

Dear Roxanne:

I very sorry to hear about your loss of Paul, I will never forget the good times we had together at the MAP conferences. Paul will always be in our hearts

Betty Culligan

November 30, 2004

Dear Roxanne, Valencia, Suzette, Michael and grandchildren,

I want you to know how sorry I was that I was unable to attend Paul's wake and funeral. I had just arrived in Colorado when I heard the news of his death at Courtney and Greg's home.

Paul was such a "delightful" person. How much fun it must have been to have married a person like that!

The sixteen years living across the alley from you on Stonebridge were wonderful.

My sympathy to all of you on your loss. Paul will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Love,

Betty Culligan

Lucy & Tom Latimer

November 28, 2004

Dear Roxanne, Valerie, Michael and family,

We're very saddened by your loss. We feel fortunate to have met Paul and will continue to remember his warmth, humor and generosity. It is obvious he was a very loved and respected man.

Jim and Angela Goodrick

November 27, 2004

Dear Roxanne and Family,

May the God of all comfort, comfort you.

One day we will all meet on that beautiful shore, and Paul will be there to greet us as we come.

jane culligan

November 27, 2004

Dear Roxanne, Valerie, Michael, Suzette and Kids,

I can't tell you how sad we were to hear of Paul's passing. I honestly believe he was the sweetest gentleman ever! -Always smiling and always kind. I can only imagine how greatly he will be missed by all of his family, friends and community. Do know, he will never be forgotten, he lives on in all of you and everyone he touched.

I am so sorry we are unable to attend his funeral to say goodbye. Val, I hope to see you back in Chicago soon -we'll toast that wonderful Dad of yours.

May your memories keep you warm. Jane, Tom, and George Nahabedian

Larry and Ginnie Record

November 27, 2004

These words by Ralph Waldo Emerson epitomize Paul: "To laugh often and love much, to win the respect of intelligent persons and the affection of children; to earn the respect of honest citizens and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to give of one's self; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to have played and laughed with enthusiasm and sung with exultation; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived....this is to have succeeded.".......

Our hearts reach out to the Sands family in this difficult time. You have our love and sympathy.

LtCol George P. Sweeney III, USMC (Ret.)

November 27, 2004

Ann and I send our deepest sympathy and prayers to all members of the Sands family at this time.

Narrah (Kansas) Palmquist

November 26, 2004

Dear Roxanne, Valerie and Michael, We are so saddened to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Narrah Kansas Palmquist and family

Clayt and Ginny Rein

November 26, 2004

Roxanne, Clayt and I are saddened to learn of Paul's death, and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Rachel Gifford

November 26, 2004

Paul Sands fit the definition of "gentleman" to a T. He was one of the kindest people I've ever had the pleasure of knowing; inclusive, genuine, loving, and very proud of his family and those he held close to his heart. He leaves a rich legacy in his wife, Roxanne, daughter Valerie (my dear best friend), son Michael and his children. Paul "Finn" Sands, the younger, has big shoes to fill, but I know that Paul Sr. will oversee the entire family, and they will shine on in his light. I love you all so much, and share in your grief. I am blessed to have known and loved Paul Sands. Godspeed.

Don and Carolyn DeCoster

November 26, 2004

Roxanne, We are saddened at the death of such a good guy, way too early. We send our regards to you and your family, Don and Carolyn

Chuck and Mary Tambornino

November 26, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Roxanne and your family.

We have fond memories of the Sands family that go back many years.

Moe & Lorraine Bisson

November 26, 2004

Roxanne:

We are fortunate to have extended our MFR family by knowing you and Paul. Our lives are richer for this experience. Our memories of Paul are filled with joy.

Shelly Davies

November 25, 2004

Roxanne, Valerie & Michael - I was so sorry to hear about Paul. He was a great boss and good friend and I appreciate everything he did for me. I learned a lot from him! He will be greatly missed!!!

Jim Murphy

November 25, 2004

Roxanne, and loving family, My deepest sympathy on the loss of my true friend. Paul will be missed. For me he will always have a special place in my heart that will not be filled. You and his loving family will be remembered in my prayers. We are in Phoenix for thanksgiving and will be in touch as soon as we get back. Love Jim and Joanne

Gary & Debbie Scherer

November 25, 2004

Roxanne and Family,

We are looking at your picture on last year's Christmas card with fond memories of the good times over the past 20 years. Our lives, like so many others, have been deeply enriched by knowing Paul. We love you, Rox. You are in our hearts.

Gary & Debbie

Jim Toner

November 25, 2004

Roxanne,

I was saddened to learn of Paul's death. As you well know, he was a good and decent man. I am proud to have been a member of the Cretin class of '57 with him.

david cordes

November 25, 2004

Roxanne:

MaryJo and I are truly sorry we can't get back for the funeral. We loved Paul and you. If there is any thing we can do-we'll be back on tuesday.

Dave

doe stowell

November 25, 2004

roxanne, i'll pray and think about you. fond wishes from my home in mexico

Cath, Liz and Robin

November 25, 2004

O, Beloveds, amidst our shock and tears, we grieve the loss of Himself and celebrate his wonderful life and family with so much love, your devoted cousins

P.S. Wouldenchaknow, he'd start celebrating his birthday early!

Lorraine and Harold Klane

November 25, 2004

Our deepest sympathy on your great loss. May your fond memories help to sustain you in this time of grief. His presence will be missed by all who knew him. May he rest in peace.

Greg Culligan

November 25, 2004

Dear Roxanne, Valerie, Michael and Suzette -

Courtney and I express our deepest sympathies for the Sands' Family. Paul was an incredible man and the best neighbor a family could ever imagine. Paul always treated us with utmost kindness, friendliness, and enthusiasm. I have fond memories of Paul asking "Gregory Joseph how are you doing?" It was always a pleasure to be around Paul and the entire Sands' Family.

Rest in Peace Paul! Have a Scotch in Heaven with Dr. Dave for us.

Peace and God Bless,

Greg , Courtney, & Connor Culligan