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Sandra Neugent Obituary

ASHAWAY - Sandra Lee (Sitzai) Neugent of Ashaway was called home to be with the Lord on October 12, 2025, at the age of 71, after a three-year battle with cancer.

She was born in Florida while her father was serving in the Navy. A daughter of the late Andrew and Ruth Sitzai, she is survived by two sons, Steven and Michael Neugent; a sister Mary; nephews, Adam and Kyle Lillibridge of Ashaway, Matthew Neugent and many dear friends.

'Sam', as she was known to her friends, will be remembered for her kind spirit and loyal friendship.

She will also be remembered for her many talents. As a young girl, she spent many happy hours at her grandmother's side, the late Margaret (Caffrey) Collings, learning to cook and bake. She became a phenomenal cook. She was well known for her beautifully decorated wedding cakes and specialty birthday cakes.

She enjoyed singing Karaoke at area establishments and met many new friends while doing so.

Sam's hobbies were knitting and crocheting. Her friends were the recipients of beautifully crafted gifts given to them by her hand. She entered her handmade items at area fairs and won many blue ribbons for her skills.

Her father Andy taught her to sew her own clothes from simple patterns but she took sewing to the next level, creating beautiful outfits for special occasions and everyday wear.

Sam loved spending time with her beloved nephews, Adam and Kyle, helping to guide them into becoming the fine young men they are today.

The sewing machine and the knitting needles are now still, but the memories she made with those who knew her will live in their hearts forever.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Graveside Funeral Service at 10am on Friday, November 7th at First Hopkinton Cemetery, Chase Hill Road, Ashaway. Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly is in charge of the arrangements. For online condolences please visit www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com Please consider donating to St. Jude’s Children's Cancer Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105 in Sandra's memory.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Westerly Sun on Nov. 4, 2025.

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Don and Donna Black

November 7, 2025

Sandy we will miss you. You came to alot of our Christmas eve get to gathers. WE have known you for many years. Don rembers ice skateing on your pond. WE knew your mon and dad and your sister Mary. We know you fort your health problem for a few years. You tried to do it your way.You visited us often and enjoyed your company. Sandy in heaven teach them all to knit and sew and cook because you was the best. love and miss you Don and Donna Black

Thedra, Tye and Anna Lane

November 7, 2025

We are sorry for your loss. We met Grammy Sam 18 years ago, and have remained close all these years. Words can't express the love we have for her. She will forever remain in our hearts and memories.

Heather Harwood

November 6, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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Matthew Neugent

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Steve and Lea Rockholz

November 4, 2025

Sincere sympathy to the family

Mary Margaret Schlais

November 4, 2025

Condolences to Sam´s entire family. I met her many years ago square dancing, then years after that she began driving school bus in Stonington where I worked. We had many good times together. I am sorry to hear of her passing.

Kathy Smith Kammer

November 4, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Tom Maine

November 4, 2025

I only knew Sam for a few years, but her personality and sense of humor made her a fun person to be around.
Condolences and prayers.

Raymond (Rope) Laspee

November 4, 2025

My condolences to the family rip sandy

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First Hopkinton Cemetery

Chase Hill Road, Ashaway, RI

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