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Sandra McPhail Obituary
Sandra Jean McPhail, 79, of Quincy, passed away at 4:47 am Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL.
Sandra was born July 27, 1945, in Geneva, IL to Albert and Alma (Tomey) Porter.
Sandra attended Quincy Senior High. After completing her education, she was a housewife for many years. When she joined the workforce she worked in the service industry, where she dedicated many years of hard work before retiring in 2024. She enjoyed shopping, going out to eat, and spending time with friends.
Survivors include her two daughters, Tammy Hudson (Dale) and Katherine "Kathy" Clifford (Dave), both of Quincy; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
Sandra was preceded in death by one sister, Joanne Gordon; her parents; and one infant daughter, Christine Coulson.
Arrangements for cremation are under the direction of O'Donnell-Cookson Life Celebration Home. A private celebration of her life will be arranged at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family to help with final expenses.
Online condolences may be shared, and video tribute may be viewed at www.ODonnellCookson.com.
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Vani
March 15, 2025
I would like to make a Memorial contribution to help with final expenses. I could not find a link for this. Can you share this with me please
Vani Kola
March 15, 2025
Dear Sandra, you were an anchor in my life for many years. You were particular about being punctual. And you never took a day off without informing prior, for 10 years. I have admired that and I valued your purity and relationship with me. You made a difference for me to continue working and building my career because you took care of the home so well. We never express our feelings even when we mean to. But you ended our conversations with "I Love you". You were more than a service provider for me. I never got to say enough of, Thank You, to you. Thank you dear Sandra. I appreciate everything you did for me. May you rest in peace. And I love you. I am sorry we never got to meet again after you left California. Vani.
Tara, Sandya and Srini sending their love too.
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