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Sandra Coorough Obituary
- - Sandra Coorough beloved spouse of Susan passed away on May 7, 2019 surrounded by family and friends. She was born in La Crosse, Wisconsin. As a master's level social worker Sandra devoted herself to improving the lives of others. Her career path took her into hospice, hospitals and a private therapy practice. In these areas she touched and changed many lives. She was a member and held numerous positions within the National Kidney Foundation. Her colleagues have said, "Sandra was such a force of energy we have to carryon her legacy." She received a lifetime achievement award and she was named Pediatric Social Worker of the Year in 2013 from the foundation. She helped establish the Nephrology Social Worker Certification Program through the foundation. Sandra was a woman ahead of her time. She received an MSW when many women were not pursuing advanced degrees. Sandra was an incredible spouse and partner in life. She enriched the lives of her friends and family. Sandra appreciated the diversity of life. She was able to see the best in people and helped them realize their potential. She was especially good at welcoming and embracing others. She knew the importance of living life and having fun. It is impossible to put down in words how special Sandra is and was to all those whose lives she touched. May we all keep her spirit in our hearts and minds. Her memory will always be a blessing. A Memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2019 @ 6:00pm at Messinger Indian School Mortuary, 7601 E. Indian School Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251.
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Sarah Sorem
May 26, 2019
It was sudden & sustained sadness when I stumbled across Sandra's obituary. My husband & I had a one time consultation with Sandra probably around 2001. She made an amazing long lasting impression. I was very proud that she shared my profession of MSW & LCSW, ret (CA).
Sandra was a very beautiful woman inside & out and I took pride that she represented our MSW profession so elegantly in her helpfulness to many. Her death is a major loss to the community. I will mourn her loss for some time, I know.
Sarah Sorem, Sun City West
Julie LaMantia
May 15, 2019
A heavenly thank you for all you did for others and all the families at PCH. It was an honor to know Sandra.
Rita Timmerman
May 15, 2019
My thoughts and prayers to a special friend who made such a generous, loving impact on everyone she knew. I will keep her close in thought as we cherish and honor Sandra.
May 15, 2019
I am sorry for the immeasurable loss of your loved one. May God strengthen and sustain you with everlasting comfort and good hope and comfort your hearts during this deeply sad and different time. (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17
Anne Host
May 13, 2019
A life well lived.
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