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Shari, I was so sorry to hear about the death of you Father. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Faye Oglesby
February 08, 2008 | Eupora, MS


Wallis 'Wally' R. Sanford, 81, of Duluth, passed away on Feb. 3, 2008 at St. Luke's Hospice. His parents were Rosella and Wallace Sanford. Wally served in the Marine Corp. during World War II and was a member of the Brotherhood of Electrical Workers for 56 years. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Dorothy Hanson. He is survived by his children, Shari (Tracy) Williams, Memphis, Tenn., Wally Sanford, Stockton, Calif., Debbie (Hans) Sobanja, Fairbanks, Alaska, Steve Sanford, Minneapolis, Michelle Sanford, Duluth; three grandchildren, Brad, Jada and Cody; great-grandson, Bradley; former wife, Marilyn Bero; brother, William 'Bill' Sanford; many nieces and nephews; and his coffee club at the Twig Bakery. Wally and his sense of humor will be greatly missed by all. MEMORIAL SERVICE:10 a.m., Friday, Feb. 8, 2008 in Cremation Society of Minnesota, 4100 Grand Ave, Duluth. Services entrusted to Cremation Society of Minnesota, 218-624-5200.
This obituary was originally published in the Duluth News Tribune.
Shari, I was so sorry to hear about the death of you Father. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Faye Oglesby
February 08, 2008 | Eupora, MS
You have our deepest thoughts and prayers. May God support and confort you as only He can.
Scott, Kitty, Bri, Cathey, Rodger Hawkins
February 08, 2008 | Mason
To the family of Wally - we send our heartfelt sympathy. We have very fond memories of Wally through the years.
Joanna & Herluf (Chris) Christensen
February 05, 2008 | Apache Junction, AZ., AZ
Michelle and family, You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. May the love of friends and family surround you and help make this difficult time bearable.
Lisa Blumer
February 05, 2008 | Duluth, MN
Mickey, I was so sorry to hear of your Dads passing. May your memories and time spent together help to ease your pain. In all you did for your dad, you meant the world to him and he was always so proud of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Margie
Margie Brady
February 05, 2008 | Duluth, MN
Dear Family,
I am so glad that I was able to serve as Wally's doctor. His joy for life and especially his love for his children was always prominent.
Peace to you all.
Paul Sanford
February 05, 2008