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Sandra Marvel Obituary

SANDRA M. MARVEL (NEE HOMRICH) ST. JOHN, IN Sandra "Sandy" M. Marvel, (nee Homrich), age 66, of St. John, IN formerly of Hammond passed away Saturday September 15, 2012. She is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, 10 months and 15 days, Bill Marvel, Sr.; children: Lisa (Jamie) Stevens, Bill (Carol) Marvel, Jr., and Tim Marvel; grandchildren: Bill III, Ryan, Nathan, Ally, and Angie; sister, Judy (Allan) Sawyer; lifelong friend, Yvonne (Jerry) Skorupa; and numerous brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Preceded in death by her parents: Raymond and Violet Homrich and sisters Delores Brasel and Pat Morris. Sandy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend and will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her. She was retired from Strack and Van Til and was employed at Amore Home Health Care Services. She was a member of St. John Evangelist Church and was an avid Weight Watcher. Family and friends may gather at Fagen-Miller Funeral Home, 8580 Wicker Ave., St. John, IN on Wednesday Sept. 19, 2012 from 2:00 - 8:00 p.m. with a prayer service at 5:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 20, 2012 starting with prayers at the funeral home at 9:45 a.m. Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. at the new St. John Evangelist Church, 10711 Olcott Ave., St. John, IN with Rev. Sammie Maletta and Rev. Thomas Tibbs officiating. Cremation will follow. Memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society. www.fagenmiller.com
Published by The Times from Sep. 18 to Sep. 19, 2012.

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Jean (WIlson) Lake

June 8, 2013

I just heard about Sandy and I am so very very sorry. I really enjoyed having lunch with her and Yvonne a while back.

September 21, 2012

Bill, Lisa and family,
I cannot even find the right words for you . May Sandy live in your hearts. She herself had such a BIG heart and I have fond memories of her Smile.
Maryann Holtcamp
(John Connelly's daughter)

Mike Poynter

September 21, 2012

Bill, I never met your wife...but behind every good man is an even better woman, or so I've been told. She must have been wonderful. I'm so very sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

Donald DeBusk

September 20, 2012

Bill, Lisa, Bill and Tim, may Gods healing grace touch each one of you to heal your broken hearts. Sandy will be forever in our memories. She lives thru our thoughts and all of the people she touched thru out her life. She was taken to soon but now watches over each and everyone she loves. May God heal each one of you with all of his blessing.
Your Family will stay in our prayers and thoughts. God bless

Love Donald and Jennifer DeBusk

Ken & Sasa Dianda

September 20, 2012

Bill, Tim, and the rest of the Marvel Family, We are so sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you all, our deepest sympathies.

Candy Lieber-friend of Kim Marvel-Lee

September 19, 2012

To the entire Marvel family...thoughts and prayers are with you all...

Dave Kitko

September 19, 2012

Sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers

Catherine and Rosemary Pavlina

September 19, 2012

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers ... St. John the Evangelist Parishioners

Doug & Cindi Pointer-Robinson

September 19, 2012

Our deepest sympathies to all of you. You're in our thoughts during this difficult time.

Bill & Judy Fea

September 19, 2012

Bill, Lisa, Bill and Tim, How sad we are to hear of your loss. We are remembering so many happy times with all of you. We were talking with Tom and he still remembers me taking them to the house when you were building the
Patterson house. Bill and I remember the swim parties and when you came back from Michigan for the New Years Eve party. We had so many good times, to many to mention. All of our children are also so sad as we spoke to each of them. Our Dyanne passed away last February but we remember that she babysat your grown children years ago. So we met you through Dyanne. We pray GOD's blessing on your family. Bill and Judy [email protected]

Carol Lowe

September 19, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for your family and that you all find comfort in Jesus and the heavenly home He promises to his children.

Dana Conroy

September 19, 2012

Bill - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Bernadette Duda

September 19, 2012

I never worked at "Key Markets" but had the pleasure to meet Sandy because of my sisters working there. What a nice lady. Always had a kind word and a kind smile. Rest in peace Sandy. My prayers to your family.

Karen Anastasi

September 19, 2012

Bill & family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Sandy's passing. She was a WW friend and walking companion. Sandy was truly an inspiration to others. May God Bless you during this difficult time.

Joe Krieter

September 19, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

Kerry Adams

September 19, 2012

So very sorry for your loss, may God walk a long her side to the gates of heaven, where she can fine peace. Kerry Adams

Cindy

September 18, 2012

I had recently just met Sandy at Weight Watchers. She was always idling amd encouraging. Deepest sympathies for your tragic loss

Kenny Doll

September 18, 2012

Bill, Tim & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart, prayers and thoughts go your entire family.

Mike & Carol Peterson

September 18, 2012

Bill and family,We are so very sorry for your loss.Sandy was such a fun loving person,always had a smile when I saw her in the store.She will be dearly missed by so many people. May God strengthen you and your family through this difficult time.

Janine Samson

September 18, 2012

My deepest sympathies to the entire Marvel Family. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Amy Copps

September 18, 2012

Lisa,
My heart breaks for your loss. Your Mom was such an upbeat person. She will never be forgotten.

Larry and Sue and entire family Steinkraus

September 18, 2012

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Teresa (Gaura) Poliquin

September 18, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Mrs. Marvel was a very kind and sweet woman and will be deeply missed by all who had the joy of knowing her.

Kim Clark

September 18, 2012

Bill- I am so sorry to hear about your mom. My mom called me at work to let me know what happen. Again my heart breaks for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones!

Joann Vaughan

September 18, 2012

I am so very sorry for your loss. I knew Sandy from Weight Watchers, and it was pleasure to know her. She will be greatly missed at our saturday meeting. May God Bless the family.

September 18, 2012

Sandy was an inspiration and will be missed at Weight Watchers.

Mary Duda

September 18, 2012

To the Marvel Family, I am so sorry to hear of Sandys passing.She was a wonderful woman.As I remember working with her she always had a reason to smile . She will be truly missed.My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.

Connie Bernardi

September 18, 2012

I am so very sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Sandy will be greatly missed.

Steve Meyer

September 18, 2012

Bill,
I'm so sorry to read about the tragic loss of your mother. She and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

September 17, 2012

Thoughts and prayers are with you and yours, GOD bless!

Cathy Halle

September 17, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss, may God help your family finds comfort in his arms.Praying for you.

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