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Sandra Marricle Obituary

Sandra S. Marricle, 61, of Las Cruces, died Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2012. Sandy, as she was fondly known, was born March 26, 1951 in Middleburgh, N.Y. to Vernon and Betty Rienhart Schanz Jr. Sandy had been an elementary school teacher and a test co-coordinator with the Las Cruces Public School System with many years of faithful service. She was a member of Mesilla Park Community Church, enjoyed the outdoors, hiking, reading, music and dancing but her passion was for her family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Sandy is survived by her loving husband of 28 years C.O. Marricle of the family home; sons Joel Philo (wife) Susan of Frisco, Texas, Travis Marricle (Ari) of Denver, Colo. and Michael Marricle of Fort Collins, Colo.; daughters Christa Graham and Charli Marricle (Chris) all of Colorado Springs, Colo., Randi Marricle of Denver, Colo. and Stephanie "Sam" Marricle of Las Cruces; father Vernon Schanz Jr. of Las Cruces and her six grandsons Dorian, Isaac, Dylan, Garrett, Toby and Xander. Sandy was preceded in death by her mother Betty Schanz, her stillborn son David Christian Philo and her brother Gordon. A visitation will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012 at Getz Funeral Home where funeral services to celebrate her life will follow at 10 a.m. with Rev. Dennis Diaz of Mesilla Park Community Church officiating. At Sandy's request cremation will take place after services. The honor of being an honorary pallbearer will go to her family and friends. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Cowboys for Cancer Research, PO Box 202, Doña Ana, NM 88032. (575) 524-0475. (cowboysforcancerresearch.org) Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home and Getz Family Crematory corner of Solano and Bowman Ave., Las Cruces, NM. 526-2419. To sign our local online guest book go to www.GetzCares.com.

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Published by The Record-Journal on Nov. 1, 2012.

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Lisa Brain

November 15, 2012

Mr. Marricle's Donald just told me. I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this time.

Lisa Brain

November 15, 2012

I'm sorry to hear about your loss Mr. Marricle...Donald just told me. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this time.

November 8, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you C O and your children. May God with His infinite love grant you peace and strength. Lalo and Margaret Torres and family.

Michelle From SWSS

November 7, 2012

Stephanie,Family and Friends sorry for your los.I will keep you in thought and pray God gives you the strength you need at this time....Stephanie stay strong.

November 7, 2012

Dear C.O. and Family,

We are very sad for your loss.

Maggie & Keith Clayshulte

Vanessa Cordova

November 5, 2012

My deepest condolences go out to her family during this difficult time. I'm very saddened to hear of her passing, I had the privilege of working with Sandy at MacArthur Elem. May you find comfort in knowing she is resting in the arms of our dear Lord, and may God be with you during this time of grief.. All my prayers are with you and the entire family....

Emily Paredes

November 3, 2012

Co and Family,

Our heartfelt prayers go out to you and your family. And the Good Shepherd said, "Sandy, your job is done on earth, Your table is ready"! Cherish your memories and know she lives in your hearts forever.

Your in our thoughts and Prayers
Chris Emily Paredes-Maurer

Sandy Clifford

November 3, 2012

Dear C.O. and Family,
I am sorry for your loss. Sandy holds a special place in my heart. May memories of loving and happy times bring you comfort.
Always, Sandy Clifford

Lourdes Mendez-Rodriguez

November 3, 2012

Mr Marricle and family my deepest condolonces to you at this difficult time. Sandy will be missed and getting to know her was a pleasure. I will always carry her kind words in my heart. May you all be comforted by our great god.

Vicki Garcia, Dana Nichols, Tatum and Jasmin

November 2, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to C.O. and the family. May God be with you during this difficult time.

Cathy Boeker

November 2, 2012

CO, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I hope you will find some comfort in knowing how many share your grief and are sending prayers of strength and hope for you and the family. God Bless you all.

Shanna and Gladys Aragon

November 2, 2012

C.O and Family...I am so sad to hear of Sandy's passing. My grandmother and I were rooting for her recovery through her battle and hoping for the very best outcome possible. Loss is still such a fresh wound in our family but slowly with prayer and strong faith the lord will give you strength to make it through. All our Love and prayers during your difficult time.

November 2, 2012

C. O. and Family,
My heart aches for your loss. I hope you take comfort in knowing how loved and admired Sandy was by so many. Whatever Sandy took on, whether it was teaching, professional development, testing coordinator for the school district, or her love and dedication to her family, she always put her heart and soul into every endeavor and left a legacy of excellence. Know that she is dearly missed.
Georgia Larson

The Steele - Jurus Family

November 1, 2012

Dear C.O. and family,
Just want you to know that you are in our thoughts and that we are so sorry for your loss. Sandy was a wonderful person who made a difference in the lives of many... she will be missed. May you find comfort in your happy memories. Corinne, Cara and Bryan

Marilyn Mayben

November 1, 2012

C.O. and family, I am trusting that the Lord will bring you comfort in this difficult time of grief for you and all of us. I was honored to work with Sandy at Sunrise Elem. and MacArthur Elem. where she spread her own personal sunshine.

November 1, 2012

C.O. I am trusting that the Lord will grant you comfort at this time of grief. I was honored to work with Sandy at Sunrise Elem. and MacArthur Elem.

Coby Cherry

November 1, 2012

Sandy was an amazing person that touched so many lives. She will be forever loved and missed. I am truely sorry for you loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.

Lupe Robles

November 1, 2012

CO I was saddened to hear of your loss. I pray the good Lord will give you and your family the strength to get you through these hard times. She may be gone..but she will never be forgotten.

Joe Marquez

November 1, 2012

C.O. I am sorry for your loss and pray that the Lord give you strength during this time of grief.

Jamie Cowger

November 1, 2012

She will be remembered in our school and in our hearts forever. My prayers go out to the family.

Irene Enriquez

November 1, 2012

To the family of Sandy, it was a pleasure to work with Sandy at MacArthur Elementary and was very sadden to hear of her passing. My prayers will be with all of you. God Bless You All.

Cheryl Fox

November 1, 2012

CO, you and the kids are all in my prayers, I am so sorry for your loss. I know there are no words to make this easier, but know that if there is anything I can do - I will be there. God Bless you and yours...

Veva Rivera

November 1, 2012

My condolences to the family of Sandy Marricle. I had the pleasure to work with her at MacArthur Elem. I will surely miss Sandy and her great smile. My prayers are with all of you. That all of you find comfort and peace at this time.

Charlotte Peterson

November 1, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of Sandy's passing. I met her when I was a new teacher at Sunrise Elementary. She always had a smile and words of encouragement for those around her. She has touched the lives of many and her influence will continue through her loved ones. My prayers are with C.O. and the family.

Edward and Frances Alvarez

November 1, 2012

CO,

Our heartfelt and deepest condolences go out to you and your family in the loss of your precious Sandy! Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones during this very difficult time!

Eddie and Frances Alvarez

November 1, 2012

C.O. and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and our hearts are deeply saddened as we mourn Sandy's passing. We hope you can find some comfort in knowing that she is no longer suffering at the hands of this dreadful disease. Even in the last few months, Sandy was still stoic and smiling whenever we met, sharing updates regarding our kids and thankful for how they had turned out.
C. O., my friend, please let us know if there is anything we can do for you or your family during this difficult time.

Erminio, Nadine, Edward and Vanessa Vasquez

Kelly & Michael Gonzales

November 1, 2012

CO, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I didn't have the pleasure of getting to know Sandy as well as I have you over the years, but from the way you would speak of her, I know she must have been a very special person. My heart goes out to you and your kids. May you all find comfort in the happy memories you created together.

Patti Cannon

November 1, 2012

I had the privelege to work a few years with Sandy at Sunrise Elementary. She loved the kiads and shared her golden spirit with everyone. She will be truly missed by so many with LCPS. My thoughts and prayers of comfort go to her family.
Patti Cannon

Elizabeth Comparin

November 1, 2012

Dear C.O. and family, my deep heartfelt sympathy is extended to you and yours. I will never forget meeting you and Sandi, You were the welcome wagon in the neighborhood, you had Randi in a stroller, her pig-tails bouncing.I am glad that your lives touched mine and my family.Our children still have ties,I am sure that You and Sandi instilled a respect for Family and Friends,again my condolences, Elizabeth Kiehne Comparin

Roy & Terrie Williams

October 31, 2012

Dear CO, Sam and family,

The passing of Sandy deeply saddens our hearts. She was a special friend and we are blessed for having had her, and all of you, in our lives. We pray earnestly for the peace and healing of Jesus to fill you in the coming weeks. Sandy was a special lady; we will greatly miss her, but rejoice that she is in the arms of Jesus. Do not hesitate to call on us, if we can do anything for you.

We love you dearly!

Roy & Terrie Williams

October 31, 2012

Pauline & Sonny Mercer and families send their thoughts and prayers to Sandy and her family especially her father, Vernon. Many of us here in Middleburgh are thinking of you all. We will all miss her, but think fondly of the time we shared with her. God Bless.

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