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1939
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2019
Sandra Ihly Obituary
March 1, 1939 - August 11, 2019
Pittsboro
Sandra Harrison Ihly, 80 of Pittsboro passed away at her home on August 11, 2019. She was a wonderful daughter, sister, wife, mother, caregiver, friend and artist.
Sandy is preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Richard L. Ihly. She is survived by 2 brothers D. Wayne Harrison (Anne) of Charlotte,and John R. Harrison (Leslie) of Hattiesburg, MS; daughter Kim LaFreniere of Weld Maine, Son Kurt Ihly (Lisa) of Raleigh; 4 grandchildren Trish Ihly Wilson (Micah) of Mebane, Bo Ramsay of Cary, Kaitlyn Marie Ihly of Raleigh, and Lake Ihly of Raleigh; 1 great grandchild Roman Ihly Wilson of Mebane. Lastly, but most importantly, she is survived by her loyal companion "Murphy".
In keeping with Sandy's wishes, the family will hold a private gathering. Those wanting to celebrate her life can make a gift in her memory to Habitat for Humanity 467 West St, Pittsboro, NC 27312
Donaldson Funeral Home & Cremation is honored to serve the Ihly family.
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August 14, 2019
Sandy was a very special neighbor when she lived in Tangle Oaks. I admired her artistic talent and her straightforward manner of speaking. She had an inner strength. Will keep her in my prayers.
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