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Sandra Hutchins Obituary

Sandra Lee Hutchins passed away on August 9, 2010 in Gardnerville, Nevada. Prior to her retirement from Ben's Fine Wine and Spirits as co-owner, she resided in Reno, Nevada, for forty years. Sandra was born January 17, 1937, in North Manchester, Indiana, to parents Clarence and Phyllis Westafer. Sandra is survived by husband L. "Hugh" Hutchins, of Genoa, Nevada. They engaged in the most loving marriage on July 3, 1969 in Virginia City, Nevada.
Sandra dedicated her life to her family and business. She touched the lives of many through her acts of kindness, She was forever giving support. advice, wisdom and thoughtfulness as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother. and employer. She was the elegant lady behind the doors at Ben's for more than thirty years. She will be dearly missed by all who were touched by her comfort.
She left on earth to carry her special traits, son and daughter in law, Jack and Kathy Rupley of North Manchester , Indiana, son, John Rupley, Palm Bay, Florida, daughter and son in law, Jennifer and Randy Roget, Valley Swings, California. step son and wife. Michael and Michele Hutchins. Missoula, Montana, and step daughter Cindy Hutchins, Reno, Nevada. Eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren were her most cherished.
Sandra left the request of her family ec have a private service among family members to spread her ashes among the angels. Sandra also requested that in lieu of flowers that donations be sent to the Alzheimer's Association Northern Nevada Chapter, 705 South Wells Avenue, Reno, Nevada 89502-0969. Arrangements in Care of FitzHenry's Carson Valley Funeral Home.

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Published by The Reno Gazette Journal and Lyon County News Leader on Aug. 17, 2010.

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Bret Hart

March 22, 2017

Sandy was my mother's friend and Hugh gave me the nickname "Maverick" that stuck with me forever..R.I.P. Sandy

August 29, 2010

August 29, 2010

Sandy and Hugh were our next door neighbors in Hidden Valley. We always remember how friendly she was and when our kids would bug her to swim in their pool, she never said no. We were sorry to hear of her passing, as we also recently lost Karen's mother to alzheimer. Our condolences to Hugh and family.

Brand and Karen Duc

Georgia Baker

August 19, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the family. I met Sandy through Soroptimist and loved her friendship, her commitment and caring for others. I will never forget her donations to our fundraisers so that our Spring Fling Wine Tastings and Silent Auction were the talk of Reno.

BRY

August 19, 2010

Deepest condolences to the family,May you you be comforted during this time of loss and thereafter (2Cor 1:3&4).

August 18, 2010

My deepest sympathy to Hugh and family. Sandra was a lovely person and she will be missed. "Edmund Hampton" (Reno, NV)

Terrie Elgin

August 17, 2010

Sandy will be missed by everyone she touched. I will forever remember her wonderful laugh. She was such a beautiful person. RIP Sandy, It was an honor to know you.

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