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Sandra Stella Obituary
Sandra Rosemary (Akerley) Stella, 44, of Madison CT, beloved wife of Christopher Stella, passed away after a long illness with Breast Cancer with her loving family by her side. She was born in Caribou, ME, grew up in Bristol, CT and later residing in Madison, CT with her family. Sandra attended St. Paul Catholic High School in Bristol, CT, then studied and graduated from CCSU here in CT. She was a passionate parishioner at The North Madison Congregational Church. Sandra loved arts and crafts, shopping, she loved animals, and most of all, traveling with her beloved family on vacations. She will be most remembered for her kind, gentle heart, and her love for her children. Sandra is survived by her husband, Christopher and her four children, Dylan, Isabel, Caroline, and Makayla. She is also survived by her parents, Roger Akerley and Jill Akerley. Her brother Dale Akerley and his wife, Robin, her sister Stacey Messier and her husband Steve. Sandra also leaves behind many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces and Nephews. Calling hours will be on Tues 11/4 from 4-7pm at The Swan Funeral Home, 825 Boston Post Rd. in Madison, CT and the funeral service will be held at The North Madison Congregational Church on Wed 11/5 at 11 am, with burial to follow at Rockland Cemetery in North Madison, CT. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Stella Children's Camp Fund, c/o North Madison Congregational Church, 1271 Durham Road, Madison, CT 06443. To leave an online condolence visit www.swanfuneralhomemadison.com
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Jeanne Mercier-St Hilaire
October 28, 2020
I remember she was babysitting my two child Éric and Audrey Mercier. She was a verry good friend of mine and always smiling.
December 15, 2019
Lol lots of love
Maureen Thompson
November 7, 2014
Chris I am so sorry to learn of your loss. God bless you and family during this difficult time. You are in my prayers.
Karen Michaud Renner
November 5, 2014
Sandra and I were frienat Ste. Anne's school and we only recently reconnected on social media. She told me of her battle with cancer, which broke my heart, but she was so brave and her family was her focus. Many prayers to you all. She is a wonderful soul, now with her Savior.
Crystal Riedel
November 5, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am very sorry for your loss.
Ashlee Ferguson-Cavallo
November 5, 2014
Jill & the rest of Sandra family & friends.
I am so sorry for your loss. God has gained another angel above. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Jennifer Welteroth
November 5, 2014
Distance may keep us far apart..but you will always stay here in my heart? I live you Sandra?Rest in peace?
Sandra and Mommy
Jill akerley
November 5, 2014
Sandra always called me Mommy. She didn't want to grow up by calling me mom. This made you one of the most precious gift, I have ever been given. Mommy will always love you.
Making Strdes 2012
Judi Orlando
November 5, 2014
Rita Thibeault
November 4, 2014
To Roger & Jill -
Although I've only known Sandra approximately two years, you are both to be commended for the wonderful woman, wife and mother she turned out to be. She was a caring, loving and 'beautiful' person, in and out. Please be assured that her legacy will live on in her beautiful children. My deepest sympathy, prayers and LOVE go out to you both.
Rita Thibeault (Bristol, CT)
Sue Winchell
November 4, 2014
Chris, I cannot find the words to express how sorry I am for the loss of your beautiful wife and mother of your children. You and she built so many beautiful memories with the children and those memories will stay with them forever. She lives on through them. God Bless.
Janet Stache
November 4, 2014
Stacey Steve Jill, Roger and Chris - our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult of times. We are with you in spirit. Love Roger and Janet
Eric Beebe
November 4, 2014
Dale, Robin & family, we are sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Eric & Sheila Beebe
Maggie Walden
November 4, 2014
I am so sorry to learn of Sandra's passing. She fought an incredible battle for the sake of her family but is now finally at peace and without pain. Her love for all of you will continue from another place but be just as strong.
Elizabeth Hawes
November 3, 2014
Chris I am very sad to learn of your wife's passing I wish I could be there for you in person but know that I am there in spirit, Prayer's to you and your family in this sad time.
Laurelynn Browder
November 3, 2014
Chris, I am truly saddened learning of the loss of your wife Sandra. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
November 3, 2014
We are very sad at Sandra's passing. The Stella family, especially Caroline who is friend to Maryclaire and Larkin, are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Pantanos--Beth, Ed, Larkin, Maryclaire, Eamon, and Elizabeth
Rita Thibeault
November 3, 2014
Dale & Robin and Stacey & Steve - I want to personally send you my heartfelt sympathy on Sandra's passing. She certainly put up a good fight, despite all her pain and suffering. May the precious memories of her be a source of comfort to you all. God Bless! Love, Rita Thibeault
November 3, 2014
Dear Roger and Jill,
I have only known Sandra two short years and I can't imagine how it feels to lose a daughter. I know that Sandra was a good and loving mother and it was so heartbreaking to see her suffer so much. May it somewhat help you to know that she is not suffering anymore and is finally at peace. It is reassuring to know that her 'joie de vivre' will live on in her four children. As Roger always used to say...When your parents die, your past goes with them. But, when your children die, the 'future' goes with them!
With deepest, heartfelt sympathy, LOVE and affection, Rita Thibeault
November 3, 2014
To Chris, Dylan, Isabel, Caroline and Makayla. Roger and I would like to extend our deepest, heatfelt sympathy, LOVE and prayers to ALL of you and to let you know that we will ALWAYS be there for you.
Love,
Pepere Roger and Rita
November 3, 2014
All of us knew and loved Sandy and admired her strength are so very sad. And our thoughts and prayers are with her devoted husband, Chris, and the children she loved so dearly!!
Barb Francese, Madison CT
November 3, 2014
Jill, Roger, Dale and Stacy je vous envoie mes condoleances de la part de Jeanne ST-Hilaire Éric Mercier and Audrey Mercier with love
November 3, 2014
Chris, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful family. Take good care, Robin Jackson
Marion Krasney
November 3, 2014
My heart hurts for you and your family, Chris. God bless all of you and keep you strong at this sad, sad time in your lives.
Marion Krasney
November 3, 2014
My heart is broken for Chris and all of Sandra's family. God be with you at this sad, sad time in your lives and going forward. Much love and blessings, Chris.
Liz Wojtkiewicz
November 3, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss Chris, and sorry I can't attend any of the services. You and your family are in our prayers.
Michael Picard
November 3, 2014
Sandra has finished one journey so that she may now begin another. My thoughts and prayers are with all of her family and friends.
November 3, 2014
I am shocked that Sandra left so early in life.
Please know that I'm praying for you the family.
My sympathy and love.
Tante Colette Akerley
annette bilodeau
November 3, 2014
Sandra was such a kind person. She touched everyone she met. I am so sorry for your loss. She fought as long as she could. She is at peace now.
Lisa Thibodeau
November 2, 2014
So very sorry for your loss, Sandra was a kind woman that took pride in everything she did! I never met her husband Chris and children but please be comforted in knowing she is now at peace.
Sharon Wallace
November 2, 2014
I never met Sandra, but I used to work with Chris a few years ago, and I know how much he loves her. Even with his posts to keep us informed how she was doing, he had so many of us reply to him and let him know we were praying for Sandy, Chris and their four children.
Chris. my heart got out to you and your family. Please know you are not alone, your friends are right here with/for you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Heidi Ulrich
November 2, 2014
Sandra, you were a great person, kind to everyone and supportive of everyone. You fought so hard and my heart breaks that you lost your fight. Be at peace. We all love you.
Jenn and John Washburne
November 2, 2014
So sorry for ur lose. Our thoughts and prayers are with u all
Stacey Messier
November 2, 2014
I love you my dear sister! You will always be in my heart!
Stacey Messier
November 2, 2014
My dear sister! I love you forever and you are forever in our hearts!
lucille Marino
November 2, 2014
Sandra was our sweet niece although we live far we can't be there she is in thoughts and prayers we love you xxoo
Sharon Wallace
November 2, 2014
Sandy,
We never met, but I know when I worked with Chris how much he was in love with you. He will always love you and make sure your children will always know how strong you were and how much you love them.
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