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Sandra Matz Obituary
(Smead) Matz
(1940 to 2013)
Sandra Sue Matz passed away on February 11, 2013 at Houston Hospice after a long battle with cancer with family by her side. She is survived by her daughter Dawne Jordan, sister Donna Castelli, son-in-law John, grand-daughters Nicole Marie and Jacquleyn Amanda, and her beloved cat Lilly. Sandra was born in 1940 and lived in the Detroit, Michigan area until she moved to Houston in 2000 to be closer to her daughter and family. She earned an associate's degree in accounting and later worked in the insurance business. In Houston, she retired from McGriff, Seibels & Williams Insurance in 2005. She had a great love of all animals and had a Golden Retriever, two Newfoundlands, and four beautiful cats during her lifetime. Lilly was her constant companion during the last few years when she was home bound much of the time.
There will be a memorial service on Saturday February 16 at 1 pm located at West University United Methodist Church, 3611 University Blvd., Houston 77005. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Houston Hospice or the animal protection agency of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
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Memorie Huelett
February 15, 2013
Sandra befriended me at McGriff. She would talk about her family with so much pride
She was a hoot, creating so many memories for me to cherish. She is dear to my heart.
I'm unable to attend her memorial but my heart goes out to you
Take special care of her dear Lily and cherish your memories of my spunky friend
May God provide the comfort & peace to you that only He can.
Maggie Rivers
February 14, 2013
My heart go out to the Matz family. May the family cherish the wonderful memories and look forward to the time when our heavenly Father promise to eliminate all causes of sickness and death. May this thought bring you much comfort and peace.
Sheila Sanford
February 14, 2013
I worked with Sandra at McGriff and she was such a nice person. My sincere condolences to Sandra's family in these hard times.
Amy Rivera
February 14, 2013
Sandra was a sweet, sweet woman. I had the pleasure of knowing/working with her a few years at McGriff. My deepest condolences to her loved ones.
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