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EDWARD SANDFORD Obituary

SANDFORD, Edward M. Age 95, of Winchester, October 25, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Patricia "Pat" (Fairclough) Sandford and former Boston Bruins player and Captain. Loving father of Michael Sandford, Jr. and his wife, Donna of Saugus, Peter J. Sandford and his wife, Cindy of Monroe, WA, Helen Doornbos and her husband, Denny of Salem, SC, Bubba Sandford and his wife, Mandi of Hamilton, MA and Bernard G. Sandford and his wife, Monica of Brighton. Dear brother of Frederick Sandford of Toronto, Canada and the late Sr. M. Bonaventure, CSJ, formerly Gertrude Sandford and the late Loretto Sandford. Devoted grandfather of Megan, Sarah, Blaik, Darik, Olivia, Ary, Louis, Kendra, Brett, Kelly, Brooke and Sabrina. Great-grandfather of Lylah and Quinn. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to gather for Visiting Hours at the Costello Funeral Home, 177 Washington St., WINCHESTER, on Wednesday, November 1, from 4 to 8 PM, and again on Thursday, November 2, at 9AM. A Funeral Mass will be held in St. Mary's Church, 155 Washington St. on Thursday, November 2 at 10AM. Burial is private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ed's memory may be made to the Mission of Deeds, 6 Chapin Ave., Reading, MA 01867. www.missionofdeeds.org www.costellofuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 27 to Oct. 29, 2023.

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Maureen Barsony

December 21, 2023

I am sorry for your loss. My dad Ed Harrison (Eddies´cousin) played hockey with him in Boston.
They gre up together in Toronto. My husband and I met Eddie in Boston quite a few years ago and we have written to each other over the last few years. He will be missed.
Sincerely, Maureen Barsony

Andrew Miga

October 31, 2023

Dear Michael, Peter and your families,
I'm so deeply sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Please know that I am eternally grateful to have had him touch my life as a coach, mentor and friend. He had a profound impact on my life, offering advice and encouragement on the rink and off.
He was so kind, humble, gracious and generous with his time to countless kids like me growing up playing hockey in Winchester.
He was truly beloved, and respected by anyone who met him.
My parents, too, thought the world of your dad.
And I was especially touched with your dad's kind and thoughtful words to my mom at my dad's funeral several years ago.
Here's wishing that you find great peace in your grief, and you can hold close those loving memories of your dad.
Sending all of your families love and our most heartfelt sympathies.
God bless you all,
Andy Miga and the Miga Family

Eternal Friendship Remembrance Bouquet - VASE INCLUDED

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Lisa A Varotsis

October 30, 2023

Dear Michael and family,
I am sincerely sorry to hear of this monumental loss. I remember your dad as being larger than life. A man of integrity and character.
Losing a dad is like losing a piece of your spirit.
I am sure his loving memories will remain with you forever.
Sincerely..
Lisa Varotsis
Goooo Bruins.

Brian Egan & Family

October 29, 2023

Mike and Sandford Family, sorry to hear of Dads passing last week. He was a humble and kind man, and epitomized a positive father figure for a family.
My parents Pat and Sally Egan cherished their lifetime friendship with Ed & Patty and your family. God Bless the Sandford Family

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177 Washington St, Winchester, MA 01890

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