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Sandra Antonich Obituary
Services are 2 p.m. Friday at the Christ's Church On The Hill. Croxford Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
Sandra died peacefully at home on June 20, 2009, surrounded by her family.
Sandi was born Nov. 16, 1940, in Stockton, Calif., the daughter of William and Doris Skelton. As a young child, she moved with her family to Montana, and it has been her home since then. She graduated from White Sulphur Springs High School in 1958, and she attended Montana State University in Bozeman.
In June of 1960, she married Larry J. Antonich, and together they had four children: Sue, Dan, John, and Terry.
Sandi was a talented artist. She explored ceramics, china painting, watercolor and pastel painting, and her latest interests included quilting. She was accepted in the Russell Art Auction and was a quick draw artist there and at several other art shows. For 20 years, she showed at the Russell Art Show, sharing a room with many artists including her daughter Sue, her uncle, Clifford Rumford and her good friend JoAnn Flesch. In recent years she participated in local auctions such as Ducks Unlimited, Pheasants Forever, Trout Unlimited, etc. Her favorite subjects were flowers, birds and old buildings.
Since retiring, Sandi spent at least half a year at her cabin in the Seeley-Swan Valley area. It will be her final resting place.
She is survived by her children, Sue Antonich of Boise, Idaho, Dan Antonich and Terry Antonich of Great Falls, John Antonich of Englewood, Colo., and her special dog, Lucy; her sister, Nina Barfuss (Dell) of White Sulphur Springs; her brother, William Dewey Skelton (Rosana) of White Sulphur Springs; her aunt, Barbara Rumford of Cascade; granddaughters Sadie and Nikoletta of Boise, Idaho; nieces Shannon Skelton, Dawn Watkins (Dennis) and Darolyn Skelton; and nephews Eddie Roatch Jr. (Maggie) and Clifford Roatch (Marla). Other relatives include Bill and Virginia Tonkovich, Lee and Lois Borgan, Betty Biddle, Margie and Al Lombardi, Judy Slavich; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, William (Bill) Skelton; and her mother, Doris Skelton.
Sandi will be remembered as a devoted mother, sister, and friend. She was kind and loving soul, and will be missed by everyone who knew her.
Condolences may be posted online at www.croxfordfuneralhome.com and/or www.gftribune.com/obituaries.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sandra Antonich
Regina
February 7, 2024
I have a small painting of Sandi Antoncich.
I think that it would mean more to the family than me. I will gladly give it to them if they want it. My name is Regina Houston. Please let me know if they want the painting. Thanks
Bruce Ramsburg
July 3, 2009
I had the privelege to work with Sandy at First Nationwide Mortgage in Great Falls. She always had a smile on her face and the room would light up when she was around. I am sorry to hear of the loss of such a wonderful person! She will be greatly missed.
Bruce Slavich
June 29, 2009
Today I was playing in a park, the grass had many patches of flowering clover. I was teaching my daughter Paige the patients and skill of seeking out a 4 leaf clover, then I reflected on how Aunt Sandy was the one who taught me this. I remember finding my first 4 leaf clover, I rushed to Aunt Sandy's home and gave it to her which gave her great joy!
I have only great memories of my Aunt Sandy, she is in my thoughts and my prayers, I will miss her. Peace in your hearts and understanding in this sad time to all my cousins and her family.
June 26, 2009
Dear Sue and Family, we were so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing, our prayers are with you all...
Joe and MaryJane Shoen(Boise,Id.)
Pamela Seidlitz
June 25, 2009
Dear Sandi's family: Your Mom was the Best, she was a loving friend, honest wonderful woman, she loved you kids. I always enjoyed my times with her and looked forward to them, as she had a wisdom and compassion about her, that just made one Listen. Always remember the love she had for each one of you, Sue,Dan,John and Terry. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Love, Pam the Barber
Sonny Siebert
June 25, 2009
John and Family,
I am very saddened to hear of your mothers passing. She was a wonderful person very hospitable to me during my short time in Montana and I am forever indebted to her for that. She will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dona Sonnemaker
June 25, 2009
Was very sad to see that Sandi passed away. I regret not stopping in & visiting her! I'm sure she is up in heaven spending her time by the lake that she loved so much!
June 25, 2009
Dear Sandi's Family,
We have you in our thoughts and prayers since learning of her passing. What a loss of a wonderful, caring, talented person. Her family & friends were so special to her, as she was to us! We are fortunate to have a number of her framed artwork and other pieces of her craftwork which we have enjoyed throughout the years. Our memories shall keep her with us. She will remain in our hearts forever. May Peace be with you!
Our love,
Uncle Lee & Aunt Lois
Betty Ohlson
June 25, 2009
Terry and family;
Otto and I are so very sorry for the loss of your Mom. She was a good friend and will be missed by all who knew her and loved her.
Kristy Lavallee
June 25, 2009
John & Family:
We are so sorry to hear about your Mother...she was such a caring and loving person. Please know we are thinking about you and hoping you feel comfort.
Cindy (Slavich) Robledo
June 25, 2009
To my cousins, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I know what it is like to lose a parent and the great saddness you feel. Maybe Aunt Sandi is dancing with my Dad in heaven. She touched many people with her love and her art. I have very fond memories of the cabin and boat house and how peaceful it made her. What an awesome resting place. God Bless
MaryAnn Domingcil
June 24, 2009
John and Family:
My most deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May the Lord bless you all with the strength and wisdom to get through this trying time. God bless you all.
Kim Boyken
June 24, 2009
Our hearts and thoughts are with the family. Sandy was a Awesome lady with alot of class. I worked with her for many years at the mortgage company and she always had a smile that just couldnt help brighten your day. She could take anything and make it into a work of art. She will be very missed and always loved in many hearts..
Kim Boyken
LAUREN CASTEEL FRONSEE
June 24, 2009
DAN AND FAMILY SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOM THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
Kathy Meadors
June 23, 2009
Sandi was a good friend and art colleaque. We enjoyed our ceramic times and judging very much. Your mother was an amazing artist. I have several paintings of hers that I have always treasured and will they will continue to be special to my family. Sandi painted several small paintings for my Real Estate customers. I used them as closing gifts. Everyone was special and enjoyed by those who received them. I wish you all Peace and the Blessings of many wonderful memories. I know you all have so many of the good ones.
I will be out of the state on the day of funeral, but my prayers and thoughts are with all of you and Sandi.
Lori Bachyrycz
June 23, 2009
Dan I'm sorry to hear about your mother. May God be with you and your family during this time.
Lee & Lois Borgen
June 23, 2009
Dear Sandi's Family,
We have all of you in our thoughts since learning of Sandi's passing. What a loss of a wonderful, caring and talented person. Her familly & friends were so special to her. We are so fortunate to have a number of her framed artwork and other pieces of her craft work which we have enjoyed throughout the years. We will miss her. She will remain in our hearts forever.
Our love, prayers & condoences,
Uncle Lee & Aunt Lois
June 22, 2009
Sue and family
I am so sorry to here about Sandys passing. Sadie loved her grandmother so much. My thoughts and prayers will be with you in your time of grief.
Steve Bledsoe
June 22, 2009
Sue,Dan,John & Terry, I am thinking of all of youu during this sad time. My love and prayers to you.I will always remeber the great times when we both live in our condos and all the fun times at the Lake. She was a good friend and sister-in-law.Love,Aunt Judy
June 22, 2009
SUE,JOHN,TERRY AND DAN,MY LOVE AND PRAYERS TO ALL OF YOU. I'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE GREAT TIMES WE HAD LIVING IN OUR CONDOS AND THE FUN TIMES AT THE LAKE. SHE WAS A SPECIAL LADY AND SISTER-IN-LAW.LOVE,AUNT JUDY & FAMILY
June 22, 2009
Spent many years working with your mom in the mortgage business, and what a wonderful person she was. Our hearts and prayers are with you all today. George and Becky Atchison, Tucson Az
June 22, 2009
John and Family :
I am so sad to learn of your Mothers passing. I never met her but felt like I knew her through you. She raised a wonderful son. I am so happy to have one of her paintings she was so talented ..I so understand how hard it is to lose someone so Special. You are in my thoughts and prayers..
Joyce Howell
Susan Evans
June 22, 2009
To Sandi's family. I am so sorry to hear about your mother. Sandi and I were in school at WSS. She was a very talented artist and I will miss her emails. she loved her cabin. Sue Evans
Margie Lombardi
June 22, 2009
Dear John, Sue, Terry, and Dan:
Your mother was such a wonderful, giving and caring person. She will truly be missed, but she is in a better place. She was the best sister-in-law anyone could ever have, and I loved her dearly.
Love, Margie
Brian Dunning
June 22, 2009
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
June 22, 2009
john,terry,susie,dan, our hearts were broken to hear of mothers passing..she was a sweet wonderful woman, and she will be missed by all of those who were lucky enough to know her. Our hearts go out to you...love you always.. Al,Margie,Tony, Angela Lombardi
Darlene Travis
June 22, 2009
Sue and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. I know that she will always live on through you...she has brought great mentoring, a lot of laughts and has been a great source of pride in your daily life. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Darlene Travis
Leslie Black
June 22, 2009
Sue, I'm so sorry to learn of the passing of your beloved mom. You know you have many friends here in Boise. Please also know that you can call on any of us at any time. Our thoughts and many prayers are with you and your family.
June 22, 2009
I am so, so sorry for your loss. I know how much she dearly loved all her kids, family and friends, and she was always so good to me, in good times and bad. I will miss her greatly, but her love will always be felt.
Lou Rust Halmes
June 22, 2009
Sandi's family.
Was so sorry to learn of Sandi's passing. I have known her for over 45 yrs. We had been good friends since we work together many years ago. She will be deeply missed as she was a super lady. It is a comfort to know that she is in a better place now without pain. Please know you are in my prayers.
-Sis
Jennifer Gast
June 22, 2009
Dear John and family,
I am so saddened by this news. John, thank you so much for calling to tell me of her passing. She was such a great woman and truly loved all of your friends. She was always so kind and welcoming to me and it meant a lot that even though it has been years since I've seen her, that she still talked about me or asked you about me. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
June 22, 2009
Celebrate her life and peace will always be with you. Sandi will be greatly missed. We love you.
Laura, Grant, Tracy and Carol Duggan
June 22, 2009
I'am so sorry to hear of Sandra's passing. She was my first watercolor teacher. I hadn't seen her in a few years but always considered her a friend. My thoughts and prayrers are with you all.
Victoria Wavra
Shawna and Darrell Karjala
June 22, 2009
Terry and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your mother (Sandy) what a great lady she was.We feel so blessed to have known her. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Terry you are truely a great friend of ours and please let us know if you need anything.
Kim Haney Prevett
June 22, 2009
Dan, John,,,,Saddened to hear about your mother. She was such a nice lady.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Nikki Green
June 22, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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