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Sandra Andersen Obituary
Born: December 5, 1942 in Amboy, IL
Died: September 5, 2025 in Garden Prairie, IL
Sandra Jean Andersen of Genoa, IL, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025 at her home in Garden Prairie surrounded by her loved ones and hospice aids.
Sandra was born on December 5, 1942 in Amboy, IL the daughter of Robert and Marion Herrmann (Butler). She married the love of her life, John Paul Andersen on April 25, 1964, at St. James Church, Belvidere, IL. They were members of St. Catherine's Church in Genoa.
Sandra was a devoted registered nurse, dedicating 45 years of her life to her profession. In her free time, she loved to sew, read and do all sorts of crafts. She dearly loved her family and friends.
Sandra is survived by her children, Janine Andersen-Misener (Howard) and Eric John of Madison, WI, several nieces and nephews, two granddaughters and two great-grandchildren.
She is predeceased by her husband; parents; and her sister Jane.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorials in her name to any veteran organization or Kishwaukee Valley Heritage Society in Genoa.
The family extends special thanks to her caregivers at Northern Illinois Hospice, Assisting Hands, all of her dear friends, Doctors/Nurses at UW Health, OSF St. Anthony and Loyola.
Burial will be private at St. Catherine Cemetery, Genoa.
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Sandra Syfert
September 9, 2025
I will miss her dearly, I love visiting with her and color and cutting her hair !
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