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Sandra Abrahamson Obituary
May 19, 1940 - May 16, 2018
Sandi Abrahamson passed away after a long illness on May 16, 2018 at the age of 77 in the company of a friend.
She is survived by numerous friends and former students. Her parents, Walter E. Abrahamson and Grace E. Babcock Abrahamson, preceded her in death. She was born in San Francisco, CA May 19, 1940. She was raised in Eureka, CA where she attended Worthington Elementary School, Eureka Junior High School, and Eureka High School. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Humboldt State in June 1962. Sandi was a physical education teacher, badminton coach and later athletic director at Edison High until she retired in 2000. Stockton Unified School District named the award given to its top female sports coach after Miss Abrahamson. (Affectionately called "Miss A" by her students.) In 1967 Sandi received the Outstanding Coachmanship award to the 1967-1968 Cross Country Team. She received Sac-San Joaquin Section Athletic Director of the Year in 1997-98. In 2000 she received the Golden Key Award from the Stockton Teachers Association. In October 2010, Sandi was inducted into the first Sac-San Joaquin Hall of Fame. Those closest to Sandi would like to thank the doctors, nurses and caregivers at St. Joseph's Hospital, Plymouth Square, Lincoln Square and Rio Las Palmas for their efforts and care of Sandi during her last months.
A memorial service is scheduled for 10:00 am, Saturday, June 9, 2018 at DeYoung Funeral Home on California Street. Following the memorial service, refreshments will be served. In lieu of flowers, friends are asked to donate to Sandi's favorite local charity, The Delta Humane Society.
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Memories and Condolences
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Gwen Gee
June 9, 2018
Best coach I ever had. And great human being. She was inspirational and supportive in my high school years. Many fond memories of volleyball and badminton will be remembered. She not only made us champions in these sports but in life itself. When I look at my trophies and medals, I will thank her for coaching me to these achievements.
Soul Vikes will always remain surpreme in our lives.
Class of 77
Juanita Souza Bague
June 9, 2018
Dearest Ms. A,
You were one of my most favorite teachers. You held usin the palm of your hand and nutured your athletes with discipline and knowledge. I am luckier than most because I had you in my high school years and my children's years of high school. Your friendship remained intact and I enjoyed remembering with you all our Soul
Vike stories and good times. Thank you for the influence you gave to my life. I love you and wish you Rest in Peace eternally.
Helen Jenney
June 8, 2018
You made me love the game of volleyball, even though l was slower than molasses'. You coached my sister Daisy to become a #1 badminton player. You will always be our beloved Ms. A' in our hearts.
Helen Pastrana Jenney 79
Daisy Pastrana Yim 81
She
June 7, 2018
My condolences to the family and friends of Sandi. She was a well respected and popular colleague at Edison High School. It was my privilege to share some time touring and reminiscing when she visited Alaska several years ago. Fond memories. Ramona Waddle Holmes, Haines, Alaska
June 7, 2018
Please accept my deep expressions of sympathy, May the memories you've shared continue to warm your heart. Psalms 116:15
June 6, 2018
I'm so sorry to hear of your loved and deepest condolences are extended to you. Something that's helped me through the death of loved ones is to reflect on 1 Corinthians 15:26.
Kathy Young
June 5, 2018
I taught with Sandi for many years at Edison High School. She always dressed in "coaching clothes," and her students just loved her. So sorry to read of her passing.
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