Sandy was born on February 19th, 1946 in Muskegon, MI. Sandy graduated from the Mercy Central School of Nursing in 1970, where she received an Associates Degree in Nursing. Sandra worked at Mercy Hospital (Downtown), Heritage Hospital, Hackley Hospital, Bronson Memorial, and Muskegon General Hospital where she stayed until she retired in April of 2002.
Sandy Married Darrell Derby on March 3, 1973, they were married for 47 years, and had 2 wonderful children together. Sandy enjoyed spending quality time with her family, reading books by Wanda Brunsttetter, coloring, doing crossword puzzles, cooking, and crocheting. Sandy also enjoyed spending quiet moments praying with her rosary and spending time in reflection praying to the Blessed Mother. Sandy was a member of St. Thomas Church of Muskegon. Sandy always had a smile on her face.
Sandy was preceded in death by Both of her Parents, and one Brother.
Sandy is survived by her Husband Darrell Derby, Son Adam (Rachel) Derby, Daughter Jackie (Jeff) McElrath, Grandchildren Hannah and Parker, 5 Brothers, 5 Sisters, and their families, many Nieces and Nephews, including Great Nieces and Nephews, and several Great Great Nieces and Nephews. Along with many other relatives and special friends.
There will be a Catholic Mass of Christian Burial at St Thomas the Apostle Church, 3252 E Apple Ave, 49442, on Friday, July 9 at 4pm. Visitation will be on hour prior.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial contribution to The Breast Cancer Foundation, or The University of Michigan - Michigan Medicine - Gastroparesis Studies in honor of Sandys memory.
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