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Sandra J. Finke

September 20, 1942 - December 18, 2014
Visitation
St. John Ev. Lutheran Church
450 Bridge St
Mayville, WI 53050
Monday 12/22, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Service
St. John Ev. Lutheran Church
450 Bridge St
Mayville, WI 53050
Monday 12/22, 1:00 pm

Sandra J. Finke, 72, Mayville, passed peacefully into her Savior’s loving arms on Thursday, December 18, 2014 with her husband at her side. Her unending faith, strength, and passion for life were an inspiration to all those who were blessed to have known her. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Sandi will be deeply missed by David, her beloved husband of 48 years, her two children, Troy and Stacie and their spouses Elaine and Gene, and the five grandchildren she called some of God’s greatest blessings: Kylie, Josie, Cass, Josh, and Holly. Sandi was born September 20, 1942 in Bremen, Kansas, to Clifford and Ethel (Duever) Prell. She attended Immanuel Lutheran Grade School in Bremen, graduated high school in Hanover, Kansas in 1959, and Concordia Lutheran College in 1963. She began her teaching career at St. John’s Lutheran School in West Bend, WI in 1964, married David in Bremen, Kansas in 1966, moved to Mayville and continued teaching grade school at St. John’s Lutheran School in Mayville until 1984.Spending time with her children and “Grammy Time” with her grandkids were two of Sandi’s greatest joys. She was also an avid gardener, quilter, seamstress, and cook, and could often be found tending her plants, sewing her next project, making another batch of homemade soup, or spending time chatting with her sisters and the many friends and neighbors she cared for deeply. She was also a devoted member of St. John’s Church, where she served on Altar Guild and as Prayer Chain Coordinator for many years. In addition to her husband, children, and grandchildren, Sandi is survived by her Aunt Bernice Stohs of Wichita, 4 sisters: Jan (Bob) Kelleher of N. Babylon, NY, Jean (Dick) Ballou of Mikana, WI, Christine Suprenand of Fond du Lac, WI, and Diane Prell of Derby, KS, 20 nieces, nephews, & spouses, 20 great nieces & nephews, and many, cherished friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Clifford & Ethel Prell, parents-in-law Arthur & Irma Finke, brother-in-law Arthur Finke, Jr., five uncles and three aunts. Sandi’s funeral service will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 450 Bridge Street, Mayville, on Monday, December 22 at 1:00 pm, with Rev. Sean Willman officiating. A visitation will be held at the church from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, with the service immediately following. Burial will follow at St. John’s Cemetery in Mayville.In lieu of flowers, memorials in Sandi’s name may be directed to St. John’s Lutheran Church in Mayville.

Visitation
St. John Ev. Lutheran Church
450 Bridge St
Mayville, WI 53050
Map
Monday 12/22, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Service
St. John Ev. Lutheran Church
450 Bridge St
Mayville, WI 53050
Map
Monday 12/22, 1:00 pm

Sandra J. Finke, 72, Mayville, passed peacefully into her Savior’s loving arms on Thursday, December 18, 2014 with her husband at her side. Her unending faith, strength, and passion for life were an inspiration to all those who were blessed to have known her. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Sandi will be deeply missedContinue Reading

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Jim Sokoly left a message on December 29, 2014:
Sorry for your loss.
Helen Schaumberg left a message on December 24, 2014:
"David, Troy, Stacie and families. Deepest sympathy at this difficult time.
Eldor Quandt left a message on December 24, 2014:
Dave and children. I am sorry to hear of Sandi's passing. You spent a long and blessed life with her. Her church service was so important to her. We can all be blessed by it. While I have not spent much time in the Mayville area in recent years I have not met Troy and Stacie, but Dave you and I went through confirmation at St John's together. God's blessings to you in the loss of your partner.
Duane Dahm left a message on December 22, 2014:
My deepest sympathy, you are in my prayers.
Dawn Dethardt left a message on December 22, 2014:
I am sad to hear of Sandra's passing. She had such enthusiasm for life and was always so comical.. I have a plant that she gave me last time I visited when she was working in her flower garden and it will always remind me of her wonderful smile. Sandra was such a special person. I know you will all miss her greatly. Dawn Dethardt
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Krista and Matt Beale left a message on December 20, 2014:
A gentler soul we may never know. We hang Christmas ornaments every year made by her loving hands. She is forever in our hearts and our family. Thank you Sandi for teaching everyone who knew you the importance of love. Our deepest sympathy.
peg steffeck left a message on December 20, 2014:
So sorry to hear about Sandy's passing. It seems I just saw her at the Pig and we caught up on our families. So sorry for all of you. She will be missed.
Sheryl Kern left a message on December 20, 2014:
Stacie my deepest sympathies to you, Troy, your father and your families. I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Jill Zuelsdorf Borgardt left a message on December 20, 2014:
My sympathy to the family. I remember Sandi when she first started teaching at St. John's. She was one of my teachers.
Lois Laabs left a message on December 20, 2014:
I have many special memories of working with Sandi at St. John's in Mayville. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Tom and Bonnie Beale left a message on December 20, 2014:
My Dearest Cherished Friend. You were the wisest, most loving and selfless person on this earth. You always gave me heartwarming thoughts and words to live by. I still remember your words. Feelings aren’t wrong. It’s what you do with them. At a time in my life you gave me reason to live. I have so many happy memories of fun times. We shared many interesting moments raising our teenage children together. Your many talents were enjoyed by many. I think of you whenever I make caramel corn. At Christmas you made the best. My sympathy goes out to David, Troy and Stacie. You were a friend from a distant away but we were always in each other’s hearts. Sandi, you will be missed beyond words.
Jan & Wally left a message on December 20, 2014:
Sandy wasn't an inspiration to everyone who knew her - she was "inspiration" the moment you made eye contact with her without saying a word. She always knew without saying a word what you were feeling at that time - and knew how to hug. She will be so missed but what joy in knowing that she will that angel in heaven that we can still talk to anytime. Blessings to all.
Marie Buchta left a message on December 20, 2014:
Deepest sympathy, love, and prayers.
Rick Breitkreutz left a message on December 19, 2014:
To the nicest women who was likemy second mother as I was growing up. My deepest condolences to Dave, Troy and Stacie.
Roxi (Wendorff) Williams left a message on December 19, 2014:
Many, many great memories from my childhood. My thougts and prayers are with Dave, Troy and Stacie and your families.
Brian & Denise left a message on December 19, 2014:
Our Deepest Sympathies to David, Troy and family, Stacie and family. You are in our thoughts & prayers. May God wrap his arms around you during this very difficult time. We will greatly miss our neighbor and friend. Brian & Denise Vorlob
Tracey Feucht left a message on December 19, 2014:
Sandi was one of the greatest women I've ever known. Her faith, strength and intuition was like no one else's. As I struggle to find the right words to say, I am reminded of her incredible gift of words. She always knew exactly what to say and when. She, without a doubt, left a lasting impression on anyone lucky enough to have known her. She truly was an angel. My heart pours out to David, Stacie, Troy and families.
Koepsell Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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