Sandra Backon

Sandra Backon

Sandra Backon Obituary

Visit the Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service - Hancock website to view the full obituary.
Sandra was born on September 3, 1948 and passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2016. Sandra was a resident of Houghton, Michigan at the time of her passing. Sandra was a graduate of the Hancock High School with the class of 1966 and attended Suomi College. She was married to Robert. Friends may call on Monday June 13 2016 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Hancock and on Tuesday from 11 a.m. until time of services at the church.With visitation beginning at 11 a.m. a memorial service for Sandra will be held at 12 p.m. Tuesday June 14 2016 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church of Hancock with Rev. DJ Rasner to officiate. Lunch will follow at the church.

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