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Sandra Girouard Gary

Sandra Girouard Gary obituary, Lafayette, LA

Sandra Gary Obituary

"What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we deeply love becomes part of us." Helen Keller. Sandra Girouard Gary came into this world November 11, 1941 and was called home while surrounded by family on June 28, 2015 after a brief illness. She was blessed with the gift of exceptional beauty inside and out and lived sharing that gift with others. Whomever she met went away feeling loved and uniquely beautiful. This gift also extended to the physical world. She had a flawless eye for details and the artistry to create exquisite surroundings in the home, delicious meals, and unforgettable celebrations. She was an impeccable homemaker, an avid sports fan, a certified tennis teaching professional. Her passions included family, fashion, the arts, the beach, and dancing. She embodied strength, grace, and compassion. Animals could sense that kindness. Throughout her lifetime she enjoyed her own many dear pets and those of her neighbors as well as every stray she encountered. She even cared for the critters, geckos and hummingbirds in her garden. Most called her "Sugar" because of her undeniable sweetness. Sandra was the beloved daughter of Rustum "Mott" Girouard (who preceded her in death) and Frances Tyson Broussard. She was the cherished sister of Dr. Rustum Ernest Girouard married to Alice Faye Simon; Boyd David Girouard married to Betty Jane Dartez; Phyllis Therese Girouard married to Hubert Joseph Lormand; Theodore Charles Girouard married to Deborah Romero; Leah Ann Girouard married to Brad Mosing; and Gregory Girouard married to Tracey Ann LeNoir. She was aunt to 13 nieces or nephews. Sandra married her childhood sweetheart, Dr. Dexter A. Gary, who adored her. They were married 52 years. Their marriage produced three children. Their daughter Angela Gary Guidry married to Mickey Guidry, and their children Therese Lynn Guidry, Gabrielle Marie Guidry, and Rhett Joseph Guidry. Their son Dexter Anthony Gary married to Roslyn Olivier Gary, and four children Dexter Andrew Gary, Jordan Robert Gary, Christian Patrick Gary, Tysen Alexandra Gary ( children of Terri Lyle Monson); and Rowan Whitehurst, and Arden Whitehurst (daughters of Roslyn Olivier). Their son Roland Allen Gary II married to Jennifer Leigh Gary and their children Kayleigh Lynn Gary and Roland Allen Gary III. Her life can be summarized as a beloved daughter, a cherished sister, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and a true friend and confidant. In accordance with Sandra's wishes, she will be cremated and her life celebrated in a private ceremony with her family under the oak trees of her childhood home. The family certainly intends to respect her wishes, but we also feel the need to make a request of those who cared for Sandra. She wanted to always bring light into the lives of each person she met whether through a kind gesture or smile or through a lifetime of devotion. As such we cannot let her noble passing go unnoticed. So we ask all that knew her to light a candle as a pledge to bring joy to others in memory of a life well spent. A single life produces so much radiance when it is spent serving others and loving unconditionally. Sandra did just that. The world is a better place for her having lived. Though her time may have ended way too soon, it was a beautiful life complete in so many ways. She was a truly remarkable woman.

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Published by The Acadiana Advocate from Jul. 2 to Jul. 5, 2015.

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Patrick

June 26, 2024

Will forever remember our great times on the court.
Your kindness and friendship meant a lot
To a wonderful person and family

Boyd and Betty Girouard

July 28, 2023

Forever on our minds and in our hearts. Still Love them dearly.

Boyd and Betty Girouard

July 28, 2023

We were lucky to have gone to LSU football games and horse races with them. Those memories are constantly on my mind! We miss her and Dexter so much, but we have GREAT memories of the times we stayed at their house and went to events with them. Love them dearly!!!

Patrick Hebert

August 28, 2015

Sandra was a wonderful person and dear friend. So sorry for your loss.

Sadie & Dutz Comeaux

August 4, 2015

I'm so sorry to hear about Sandra. We had some fantastic times playing tennis. She was a great woman. My condolences to all of you.

With love,

Sadie and Dutz Comeaux

July 9, 2015

Angela, Dexter, and Family,
Nothing we could possibly say could describe what you're going through. Sugar was a loving and caring person. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Earl and Ronnie Guidry and Family

July 9, 2015

I'm really sorry for the lost of Sandra, as I read she was an extraordinary person, you may find hope on this promise those who had die will live again, John 5:21,25.

Gretchen Bergeron

July 6, 2015

She was a beautiful person, inside and out. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

July 6, 2015

We are so sorry to hear about your beautiful wife. Just reading about her made us feel that we knew her. I know her legacy will live on forever, not only with her family, but with everyone she ever touched, loved and cared for. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Chris and Jeri Lynn Rainey

Durwood Keller

July 5, 2015

To Roslyn & Dexter, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Durwood, Janie, Andrew & Carrie Keller.

Durwood Keller

July 5, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

July 5, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Sandra very fondly from years ago at Bissonet Maned Downes through tennis. What a kind and beautiful soul. Our thoughts and prayers are with all.

Susan Groetsch and the Groetsch family

July 5, 2015

Our love and prayers go out to the Gary and Girouard Family. We love you Phylliis, Hubert and Catherine. May your families find peace in this time of sorrow. Sandra was a sweet lady. Charles and Velma Cade

MAURICE Bercier

July 5, 2015

Shocked! Sincere Condolences Dexter and to the whole Family. RIP!!!

Don and Jane Harrington

July 5, 2015

Dexter, Our prayers go out for you and your family. A beautiful woman, both inside and out, has left this world for a better one. We are so sorry for everyone's loss.

July 5, 2015

prayers goes out to the family ------RIP SANDRA

Nelda Broussard Faulk

July 5, 2015

We were so sadden to hear about Sandra passing. I remember her to be such a sweet child. I selected her to be in the junior court for a carnival at Kaplan High. She will be sadly missed.

Kathy Perrin

July 5, 2015

So sorry to hear about Sandra's passing. Prayers for all the family.

Raenell Frederick

July 5, 2015

So sorry to hear about Sandra's passing. My heart goes out to all of you at this difficult time. I will be praying for the whole family, for God's blessings.

Jackie Herpin Maggio

July 4, 2015

I was so sorry to hear of this great loss to your family. I will always remember Sandra as the lovely young lady from my youth. May the peace and comfort of Our Lord help you all at this time.
Jackie Herpin Maggio

Elizabeth Adam Langlinais

July 4, 2015

So many warm memories of Sandra growing up just miles from each other. Her "little light" will certainly shine forever!! Prayers for Dexter, the children, and extended family.

July 4, 2015

I will miss her dearly..

Billy Matthews

July 4, 2015

Dear Girouard and Gary families,
So sorry to read about Sandra's passing. I have so many fond memories of her from my childhood. What a beautiful soul, inside and out! Praying and thinking of all of you during these difficult days.
Jill Romero Smitherman

Steve Vincent

July 4, 2015

Sympathies to the family. love and peace always.

Johnny & Sherry Gary

July 4, 2015

Long ago friend, whom we lost touch with through the years. So sorry to see her go before we could meet again.

July 4, 2015

She will always be in our hearts, her kindness and love. We miss you Sandra. Oliva, Boyd, Betty

Mark Maier

July 4, 2015

Dr. Dexter, Roland, Dexter, and Angela,

Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. You are in my heart, thoughts and prayers.

'May the Lord bless you, and keep you; May the Lord make His face shine on you, and be gracious to you; May the Lord lift up His countenance on you, and give you peace.'

Numbers 6:24-26

Camille, Rusty and Nicholas Girouard

July 3, 2015

Such a beautiful person inside and out. I always admired her. Such a loving person. She will be missed by many. RIP Aunt Sandra. We love you.

SMDC Homecoming. November 2013

Eulice Matherne-Sparks

July 3, 2015

Sandra was such a love. My love and prayers go out to the Gary/Girouard families From our college days at Dominican, mommy days in Houma, and our last visit at SMDC homecoming, Sandra always added such fun when she was around. Special memories of a very dear friend!

Blair Monroe

July 3, 2015

My heart goes out to Dr Gary, Angela, Dexter, Roland, and everyone else who knew Miss Sandra. She was truly wonderful, personable, and amazing. Heaven is now a better place with her, and we'll all see her again there. Blair

July 3, 2015

Gary Family, may God's promise, "I will not leave you bereaved. I am coming to you." (John 14:18) be a source of comfort to you during this difficult time. ~ AR

Lori Layman

July 2, 2015

I was broken hearted when I heard that Sugar had passed away. I know how much she meant to all of you and all whose lives she touched. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Sugar will be missed by many, but she will live on through all of you. May you find comfort and peace knowing that one day all of you will be united again in heaven. God bless.

Karen Robichaux

July 2, 2015

She was a beautiful woman. I was blessed to meet her. So sorry for your loss.

Greg Boudreaux

July 2, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss.

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