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Jan Sandgren Obituary

SANDGREN, JAN, 69, of 237 Sixth St., Providence, a retired mechanical engineer, died September 14, 2007. He was the husband of Renate (Bud) Sandgren.

Born in Sweden, the son of the late Erik and Hildur (Blom) Sandgren, he had been a resident of Providence since 1978. The love of his family was foremost in his life.

Mr. Sandgren was a member of Temple Beth El. He was an avid traveler who loved exploring foreign cities.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his children; Eva Merrill of Hollywood, FL, Miriam Stoecker of East Williston, NY, and Michael Sandgren of Mill Valley, CA, and his grandchildren; Daniel, Sarah, Matthew, Justin, Brian, Samuel and Amelia.

The funeral service will be held Tuesday, September 18th at 1:00 PM at Temple Beth El, 70 Orchard Ave., Providence, with burial in Swan Point Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Shiva will be observed at his late residence, Tues 7-9, and Wed & Thur 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Arrangements by SUGARMAN-SINAI MEMORIAL CHAPEL.

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

Published by The Providence Journal on Sep. 17, 2007.

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Heather Feiring-Delaney

September 17, 2007

Dear Sandgren Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Ellie Zexter

September 17, 2007

Dear Renate,

Ron and I were shocked and saddened to read of your beloved Jan's untimely death. Please accept our deepest condolences.

Jan was a special person, a wonderful husband and father and a good friend. Everyone will deeply miss him.

Please extend our sincerest sympathy to Michael, Eva, Mirjam and their families. May the love of your beautiful children, grandchildren and friends help you through this difficult time.

Love,

Ron and Ellie Zexter

Diane and Andy Moul

September 17, 2007

Dear Renate,

We are saddened beyond words to hear of your loss. We always loved bumping into the two of you around the East Side because you both are such warm and reassuring people. Jan will be very much missed.

Sheryl Kopel

September 17, 2007

Dear Sandgren family,
I am so sorry for your family's loss and wish you comfort and strength during this difficult time.

Todd and Jacqueline Reilly

September 17, 2007

Jacquie and I will miss Jan's friendly smile and cheery hello from across the street. Our prayers are with you and your family. May God strengthen and sustain you during this difficult time.

Gail Kushnir

September 17, 2007

Dear Renate and family,

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. Please know that you are all in my thoughts. Peace and blessings to you.
In Sympathy, Gail Kushnir, HHCRI

Gaby and Sheldon Cohen

September 17, 2007

Dear Renate, Eva, Miriam and Michael,
Our hears are broken and our tears are shed, we miss Jan already and mourn a loss of a good friend.
May his memory stay in our lives forever.
Love Gaby and Sheldon

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