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Sandra Short Obituary
Sandra & John moved their family to Long Island, NY from the UK in 1975 for a job opportunity and then to Stratford CT in 1980. Adjusting to a new culture & driving on the wrong side of the road, with two small children while leaving her entire family behind wasn't easy for Sandra. However, she grew stronger from the adversity.
In 1985 she bought her first business, Memorabilia Card & Gift in Stratford. Eventually opening up 3 additional locations. Sandra employed many and found great joy in seeing her staff grow professionally as well as get married and start families of their own. The CardSmart/Memorabilia family was near and dear to her heart.
Even working long hours, she still made time to attend all her grandchildren's events.
After retiring, Sandra was active at Mary Taylor United Methodist Church. She knitted prayer shawls, attended UMW & prime timers events. She enjoyed visiting her family back in England and the trips to France (especially the champagne region), with Ni & Val. She loved Hallmark movies, watching tennis, book club and eating out. Her favorite pastime was sitting on her front porch and watching the waves along Anchor Beach.
She leaves behind her daughter, Caroline Schumacher and her husband Rich, her son, Timothy Short and his partner Kelly. Her beloved grandchildren, Megan, Hannah, Jake, James & Summer and their partners, Blake, Darric & Melia. Her bonus grandchildren, Riley and Casey. Her dear brother & sister-in-law, Nigel and Valerie Durnford. Her daughter-in-law, Monica. Many nieces and nephews and dear friends.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Sandra's memory to Mary Taylor Methodist United Church - https://mtm-umc.org/give.
Friends may call on Wednesday, 11/12 from 4-7PM at Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 North Broad St., Milford, Connecticut 06460.
Services will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, 11/13 at Mary Taylor Methodist United Church, 168-176 S Broad St, Milford, CT
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